On the 17th of October, One Direction members shared a joint statement, where they revealed the grief they were in after losing Liam Payne, their “brother,” and paid tribute to Liam Payne’s memory.
“We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing,” they shared in their joint statement.
“The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever.” @onedirection shared a statement on Liam’s passing. 🙏💔 pic.twitter.com/bbdWPSe90Q
— iHeartRadio (@iHeartRadio) October 17, 2024
The band members stated that they will talk about the matter in the coming days and that their only focus is now to support Payne’s family.
Louis Tomlison called Payne a “brother” while he praised his talent and kind soul. He talked about how they met while they were 16.
Tomlison said that Payne was a big name for One Direction, and that he will support Bear, Payne’s son, as his lifelong uncle.
Zayn Malil wrote that, “I never got to thank you for supporting me through some of the most difficult times in my life.”
“When I was missing home as a 17 yr old [sic] kid you would always be there with a positive outlook and reassuring smile and let me know you were my friend and that I was loved.”
Then Harry Styles shared his tribute to Payne, “His greatest joy was making other people happy, and it was an honour to be alongside him as he did it,” he wrote.
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