One Direction ‘Devastated’ After Liam Payne’s Death, as Autopsy Reveals Extent of Injuries

Published on October 18, 2024

The remaining members of One Direction have spoken out on the death of band mate Liam Payne at the age of 31, with the group revealing they have been left “devastated” by the singer’s sudden passing. Payne was found dead after falling off a balcony at the CasaSur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Oct. 16. Argentine authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death. “We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing,” One Direction members Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, and Niall Horan wrote in a joint statement published on social media. “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.”...