Liam Payne died on October 16, 2024 in Bueno Aires, Argentina after reportedly falling from his third floor hotel room at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel. His death was announced by the Buenos Aires police, with, Alberto Crescenti, head of the state emergency medical system, stating that the singer had "injuries incompatible with life" and nothing could be done for him.
The news of his passing has deeply affected both social media and the music industry, prompting heartfelt tributes from artists and fans, including Charlie Puth, Paris Hilton, and the Backstreet Boys.
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Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys pay tribute to the late Liam Payne
Charlie Puth paid tribute to the late Liam Payne in an Instagram story on October 16, 2024, as quoted in an ABC News article published the same day, which covered various tributes to Payne.
"Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone. I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace."
Backstreet Boys wrote on their X page regarding Liam Payne on October 17, 2024:
"Words can not express the emotions we are collectively feeling right now, and it seems like the rest of the world is in the same boat. Our hearts go out to Liam’s family, friends, and Directioners around the world. Rest in peace brother."
The official X page of The X Factor released a statement on the late singer:
"We are heartbroken by the sad passing of Liam Payne. He was immensely talented and, as part of One Direction, Liam will leave a lasting legacy on the music industry and fans around the world. Our thoughts are with his friends, family and all who loved him."
Ty Dolla $ign wrote on his Instagram story, here quoted via the Variety article covering tributes to Liam Payne on October 16, 2024:
"Just talked to you 2 days ago my guy. Ima miss u frfr,"
Zedd also paid tribute to Liam Payne in an X post on October 17, 2024:
"Life is short and fragile…You never know what people are going through. We live in times where being rude, divisive and mean is normal; sometimes even celebrated. It doesn’t have to be this way. We should do our best to be kind, supportive and mindful."
Other artists and acts who paid tribute to the late singer include the Irish duo Jedward, Paris Hilton, Dan Richards, E.L. James, as well as Liam Gallagher, Corbyn Besson and more.
A brief overview of Liam Payne's life and career
Liam Payne began his career as a member of the band One Direction, which released its debut album, Up All Night, on November 18, 2011. The album charted at number 2 on the UK album chart as well as at the top spot on charts such as the Canadian, Irish, Italian and Billboard 200 album chart.
The band released their second studio album, Take Me Home, on November 9, 2012. The album charted at the top spot on the UK and Billboard 200 album chart, among others. They would go on to release their third and fourth studio subsequently in 2013, and 2014. One Direction released their last studio album in 2015.
After the dissolution of One Direction, the late Liam Payne released his debut and now his sole studio album, LP1, on December 6, 2019. The album charted at number 17 on the UK album chart.
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