Liam Payne’s family have released a statement regarding the sudden passing of the 31-year-old.
Payne was reported dead on October 16 after he tragically fell from a third-floor balcony at the Hotel CasaSur in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Despite authorities being on the scene quickly, Payne’s injuries were so severe that he was unable to be revived.
It was reported that the hotel had called the police prior to the incident regarding an “aggressive man who may have been under the effects of drugs and alcohol.”
The manager reportedly told the call operator that the guest “has a balcony, and we are afraid they might do something to put their life at risk”.
There is currently no confirmation that this call was regarding Payne.
As fans grapple with the tragic news, the One Direction star’s family has released a statement, via Sky News.
“We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul,” they said.
“We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space at this awful time.”
Tributes have flooded in for the star, with fellow musician Charlie Puth taking to his Instagram story to pay his condolences.
“I am in shock right now. 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,” he said.
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The Backstreet Boys also released a statement saying: “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.”
Payne leaves behind a seven-year-old son, Bear, who he shares with singer Cheryl.
The star began his career on the X Factor in 2008 when he was 14.
Although he made it to the judge’s houses, he was advised by Simon Cowell to return two years later, which he did.
During his second stint on the show, he was grouped with Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik to form One Direction.
The band went on to become one of the biggest boy bands in the world before each member left to forge successful solo careers.
Our thoughts remain with Payne’s loved ones and fans during this time.
