One Direction pays heartfelt tribute to former band member Liam Payne, says 'we will miss him terribly'

Liam Payne tragically died at the age of 31 after falling from the balcony of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday, October 16
UPDATED OCT 18, 2024
Liam Payne's death has sent shockwaves in the entire music industry (Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for Atlantis The Royal)
Liam Payne's death has sent shockwaves in the entire music industry (Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for Atlantis The Royal)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Former One Direction band members came together to share a heartfelt tribute to Liam Payne following his tragic death at the age of 31.

On Thursday, October 17, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Harry Styles issued a joint statement on their official Instagram account.

What did the former members of One Direction say about Liam Payne's death?

Liam Payne's former bandmates released a statement on the One Direction singer's death on their social media account (@onedirection/Instagram)
Liam Payne's former bandmates released a statement on the One Direction singer's death on their social media account (@onedirection/Instagram)

"We're completely devastated by the news of Liam's passing. In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say. But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly," the post began. 

The statement continued, "The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever. For now, our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and the fans who loved him alongside us. We will miss him terribly."

(L-R) Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson,Zayn Malik, Harry Styles and Liam Payne of 'One Direction' attend the Royal Film Performance and World Premiere of 'The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Voyage Of The Dawn Treader' at Odeon Leicester Square on November 30, 2010 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
(L-R) Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, and Liam Payne of One Direction during a public event together (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

The four artists signed off by saying, "We love you Liam."

Payne tragically died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday, October 16.

Fans react to One Directon's joint statement on Liam Payne's death

Internet joined One Direction in remembering former member amid his tragic death. 

A user shared on their Instagram post, "Being apart of the 1D fandom has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. Directioner forever 🤍"

"Free at last. Free at last.💔 It's a cruel, cruel world," another user reacted. 

"I’m in a puddle of tears rn. take care of yourselves please </3 we love u so much guys," a fan shared.


 
 
 
 
 
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"We miss someone, something special that and to who we always listened to...Liam Payne, I love u and will miss u, hope that ur better now in whatever hurt state u were, Rest In Peace buddy🕊🩶" one said. 

Another felt, "I still can’t believe this. we are here for you, guys. we love you so much🫶🏻🤍"

"Seeing their names signed without liam holy f*ck broooo," an individual expressed shock. 

"Sending you boys all of the love in the world. We are so, so sorry," commented another.

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