The morning of 17th October has risen with deep grievances. The news of the passing of One Direction’s star Liam Payne has shocked fans. The 31-year-old singer fell off from the third-floor balcony of his hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. According to the Argentina media, Payne was in Buenos Aires to attend the concert of Niall Horan, his former One Direction bandmate.
Details about the incident are now emerging, speculating that the singer was under the influence of drugs and alcohol during his final moments. Investigations into his death are still underway.
Payne has been a loved member of One Direction. The singer’s last post was him enjoying his trip to Argentina. His sudden death has sent mournful waves to the whole entertainment industry globally.
The Tragic Death of Liam Payne
Reports from TMZ and other media suggest that Liam was under the influence of alcohol in the hours leading up to his death. The reports further speculate that he allegedly “smashed his laptop” and required assistance to return to his room.
According to Reuters, police were notified of an “aggressive man who could be under the influence of drugs and alcohol.” The hotel manager called 911, expressing “We have a guest who is on drugs and is destroying the whole room, so we need someone to come.” The audio recording of the conversation was broadcast on an Argentine news channel.
The statement from Buenos Aires police states that the hotel manager heard a loud noise at the back of the hotel. Upon their arrival, they discovered a man had fallen over the balcony in his room. Later the reports confirmed the deceased is the British singer, Liam Payne. Fans gathered outside the hotel, few hugging each other crying.
Liam Payne Ascendence: From X Factor to One Direction Stardom
Payne was born in Wolverhampton, England. He was inspired by singers such as Usher and Justin Timberlake.
At the age of 14, Liam auditioned for the X Factor (UK Talent Show) in 2008. He performed Frank Sinatra’s, Fly Me To The Moon. He successfully passed the initial stage of the audition, wowing the judges Simon Cowell, Cheryl Cole, Danni Minogue, and Louis Walsh. However, he got eliminated in the Boot Camp stage.
In 2010, he once again made his comeback on the show. During his return, he was placed in the group One Direction, alongside fellow contestants Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson. The band swiftly rose to fame, with great fan enthusiasm for 1D, soon overshadowing “X Factor.”
Despite their finishing off at third position, they were signed to Simon Cowell’s label, Syco Entertainment. Over the next six years, Payne and other One Direction members toured the globe, performing sold-out concerts for millions of loyal fans.
Payne’s Achievement as a Group
The band sold more than 50 million copies of its five albums. In total they got 177 awards, including 6 Billboard Music honors, 7 BRIT Awards, 7 American Music Awards, 5 ARIA Awards, and 28 Teen Choice Awards. Furthermore, they amassed over 3 billion views on YouTube.
With his contributions to almost half of the band’s songs, Payne cemented himself as One Direction’s standout vocalist and key songwriter. Regretfully, the group parted ways in 2015, which Payne later called a “scary” but necessary decision.
Liam Payne’s Solo Career
Payne was the second member of One Direction to pursue a solo career, following Zayn Malik’s exit. His biggest hit was his debut single, “Strip That Down.” The song peaked at number 3 on the UK charts and number 10 in the US. which featured a memorable line “I used to be in 1D, now I’m out free.”
In 2018, he co-wrote the song “For You” with Rita Ora, for the movie Fifty Shade Freed. In 2019, Payne released his LP1, his first and only solo album. The album achieved moderate success, standing at number 17 on the UK charts. During his hiatus, he also took on the role of producer for various projects under the moniker “Big Payno” or “Payno.”
Payne’s Comeback in 2024
In July 2023, Payne posted a YouTube video called “I’m Back.” He openly discussed his experience of spending 100 days at a Louisiana treatment facility. In March 2024, he made his musical comeback with the release of the track “Teardrops.”
In August 2024, he was announced as a judge on a new Netflix series called “Building the Brand” alongside Nicole Scherzinger and Kelly Rowland.
Did Fame Take Payne’s Life?
Liam has been transparent about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse. He revealed that he had “several suicidal thoughts” and engaged in significant drug usage, during his time with One Direction.
In a 2019 interview with Men’s Health Australia, he talked about the challenges of fame and often using alcohol as a coping method. He recalled seeing photos of himself on a boat and calling it his “pills-and-booze face”, referring to his appearance as “bloated.” He said, “My face was just like ten times more than it is now. I just didn’t like myself very much, and then I made a change.”
Talking about the current situation, the reports from media and police statements speculate that Liam was intoxicated, prior to his death. However, all the visuals raise questions like was Liam in depression? Was he really happy? Although investigations are ongoing, we expect for more updates and the clear reason behind this tragic death.
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Naina Jaggi is an author deeply rooted in Journalism, mainly writing on lifestyle, entertainment, travel, politics and financial markets. This diverse experience has allowed her to blend rich details with engaging narratives that capture the essence of various worlds. When she is not crafting tales, you’ll find her immersed in music and enjoying the company of dogs. She is also into K-dramas, thriller and horror movies that fuel her imagination, bringing the same spark to her stories.
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