Liam Payne wanted to be remembered as a 'nice guy than anything else', unearthed video reveals

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA: Liam Payne, 31, tragically died after falling from a third-floor balcony while on a holiday in Buenos Aires.

The singer, who was on vacation with his girlfriend Kate Cassidy, 25, had been alone at the time of the incident, which occurred two days after she returned to Florida.

Reports suggest the former 'One Direction' star was seen behaving "erratically" by hotel staff before falling to his death on Wednesday, October 16.

Liam Payne wanted to be known as a 'nice guy' in an emotional clip

In a recently unearthed video from two years ago, Liam Payne expressed his desire to be remembered as a "nice guy," a sentiment that has resonated with fans following his tragic death.

The unearthed clip shows Payne speaking candidly during a Q&A session.

When asked by the interviewer how he’d like to be remembered, the singer replied, "Honestly, just being a nice guy, I’d rather be known for being a nice guy than anything else."

He added, "You have to put time and effort into people because it comes back," Mirror noted.

Hotel guests describe Liam Payne's behavior before the tragic incident

Before his death, hotel staff at Casa Sur in Buenos Aires reported witnessing erratic behavior from Liam Payne.

Doug Jones, a hotel guest, recalled the strange noises coming from Liam's room.

"I thought they were doing construction, there was so much banging, doors slamming, most of the day. It was loud, bizarre," Jones told the Guardian.

He later heard sirens and a loud scream, thinking there might have been a fire.

Emergency services were called after hotel staff described an "aggressive man who could be under the effects of drugs and alcohol," as mentioned in reports and the 911 call transcript.

Fans react to 'nice guy' video of Liam Payne following his tragic death

This heartfelt video is gaining attention in light of his death, with fans sharing tributes and remembering Liam Payne for his kind nature.

One fan commented on Facebook, "Judging from all of the tributes today, this is exactly and hopefully what he will be remembered for... being a nice guy."

Another added, "Gosh, what a moment to capture in reflection of such a tragic incident."

"Liam Payne will be a forever young legend now! RIP Liam, you will be in our hearts forever," wrote one fan.

Another echoed the sentiment, adding, "Forever young and it's such a tragedy."

Others highlighted his legacy of kindness, with one fan stating, "THIS [heart emojis] because that he clearly was and not what some paint him out to be. REST IN PEACE Liam."

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