One Direction's Liam Payne Dies at 31 After Tragic Hotel Fall in Argentina
October 18, 2024Liam Payne tragically died on October 16 at the age of 31 after falling from the third-floor balcony of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Argentina.
Emergency services responded promptly but were unable to save him due to severe injuries, including internal and external hemorrhage.
The circumstances surrounding Payne's fall remain unclear, with police confirming he 'fell' but not specifying whether it was a jump or an accident.
Just two weeks before his death, Payne was seen attending a concert for his former bandmate Niall Horan in Argentina.
He is survived by his parents, two older sisters, and his 7-year-old son, Bear.
Payne and Perrie Edwards, who canceled her BBC Live Lounge performance scheduled for October 17 following his death, were both contestants on 'The X Factor', though they appeared on the show in different seasons.
In memory of Payne, a vigil was held by One Direction fans outside the hotel where they sang the band's songs.
The news of Edwards' cancellation was announced by Radio 1 hosts on October 17, reflecting the impact of Payne's passing on the music community.
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