Liam Payne, former member of One Direction, has died in Argentina aged 31.
He died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, police have revealed.
The 31-year-old was in Buenos Aires for Horan's tour when he tragically plunged from the third floor of his hotel balcony.
Liam came to prominence when he auditioned for The X Factor back in 2008. He later went on to have a son, Bear, in 2017 with Cheryl Cole who was on the judging panel.
Tributes are beginning to come in including from X Factor stars such as Rylan Clark who calls it "tragic"
Born on August 29, 1993, in Wolverhampton, England, Payne first captured the world’s attention on The X Factor in 2010, where his understated talent and quiet charm quickly made him a fan favourite. Despite not winning the competition, he went on to become an integral part of One Direction, whose meteoric rise redefined modern pop music.
As a solo artist, Payne's distinct voice continued to resonate with fans, blending pop, R&B, and dance influences. Beyond music, he was known for his philanthropy, his passion for mental health advocacy, and his dedication to family.
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