As you may already know, tragedy has struck the world of entertainment.
Popular artist Liam Payne, best known for his work with the music group One Direction, died on October 16 after falling multiple stories from the Casasul Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
He leaves behind a son, Bear Gray, 7 years old.
Payne was 31 years old.
Liam Payne looks on from the grid at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix held at Silverstone Circuit in Northampton, England on July 9, 2023. ((Photo by Ryan Peers/Getty Images)
An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances of Payne’s death, and local authorities say an autopsy will be performed.
While police are investigating, many in Hollywood remain in a state of shock and sadness.
We record the many reactions to Payne’s death below and send our condolences to his friends, family and loved ones…
Liam Payne attends the Grand Reveal Weekend of Dubai’s new ultra-luxury hotel, Atlantis The Royal, on January 21, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Samir Hussain/Getty Images for Atlantis The Royal)
Charlie Puth:I’m in shock right now. Liam has always been very kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can’t believe he’s gone…I’m so upset right now, rest in peace. ”
paris hilton: “So upset to hear of the passing of @LiamPayne ????. Sending love and condolences to his family and loved ones. ????. Rest in peace my friend.”
Juicy J: “Rest in peace Liam Payne. Wow. I can’t believe you’re praying for the family.”
olly murs: “This news was shocking and I was speechless. Whenever we met each other, we always laughed out loud, and sometimes our games of catch were short and sweet, but mainly at that time, his hair was always annoying. It was great, we talked about Bex, our old XF days, and our love for touring.”
Zed: “Rest in peace Liam. I can’t believe this is real… it’s so heartbreaking.”
eudala sign: “I just talked to you two days ago, sweetheart. I miss you, Mr. Sucio.”
Mabel: “Throughout the years, I always knew I could call on you for support and big brother advice, but now you’re gone… While I miss you a lot during this time, My thoughts and prayers are with Liams family and friends.”
Ashley Iaconetti: “This is heartbreaking. He had one of my favorite boy band voices. In graduate school, a friend turned me into a fan of One Direction, and I remember singing ‘Gotta Be’ on The X Factor.” I’ll always remember when you showed me your performance of “You.” ”
Liam Payne attends the eBay and GBK Brand Bar Pre-Oscar Luxury Lounge held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on March 26, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. (GBK Brand Bar Photo: Jesse Grant/Getty Images)
corbin besson: “Damn, I’m speechless with this Liam Payne news… I really admired 1D back in my wdw days. I really don’t know when it’s time to leave. I want to tell my friends and family that you’re here today and every day. Remind them that you love them.”
Piers Morgan: “What a shame. What a shocking tragedy.”
jack johnson: “When G and I met a few times, he was a very nice person. That’s very sad.”
As of this writing, no former One Direction member has spoken out about Payne’s death, but that may change over time. RIP.
