On October 16, 2024, the music world was shocked by the sudden passing of Liam Payne in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at just 31 years old. The former One Direction star reportedly fell from the third-floor balcony of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel, where he was staying, resulting in fatal injuries. Initially, details surrounding Payne’s death were scarce; however, authorities have since provided more information.
According to the Buenos Aires Police Department, Payne died from multiple injuries sustained in the fall, as reported by Page Six. Pablo Policicchio, a spokesperson for the Security Ministry in Buenos Aires, spoke with the Associated Press, stating that Payne may have jumped from the balcony of his hotel room.
On the fateful day, the hotel manager contacted the police, indicating that a guest was behaving aggressively, possibly under the influence of substances. Alberto Crescenti, head of the state emergency medical services, confirmed this during an interview with Todo Noticias, explaining that the situation required immediate attention.
The hotel manager reported that the guest was damaging the hotel room and needed police assistance right away. When officers arrived about seven minutes later, they heard a thud and discovered Liam Payne on the ground in the courtyard.
Crescenti detailed during his conversation with Todo Noticias that Payne fell an estimated 13 or 14 meters. He also mentioned that an autopsy is underway, and investigations are ongoing.
“Sadly, he sustained injuries that were incompatible with life due to the fall, and we had to confirm his death. There was no chance for resuscitation,”he stated.
Witnesses in the lobby of the hotel mentioned that Payne seemed to be acting out of character, even reportedly smashing his laptop, which led to him being taken back to his room.
Liam Payne’s Personal Struggles Before His Untimely Death
Liam Payne, hailing from Wolverhampton in the West Midlands, gained fame as a member of One Direction and later pursued a successful solo music career.
In the wake of his tragic passing, numerous tributes have poured in, but those close to him noted that he had been navigating various personal challenges. A source cited by People magazine revealed that the singer was feeling particularly stressed as he faced a legal dispute with his ex-fiancée, Maya Henry.
Just days before his death, Payne received a cease-and-desist letter from Henry’s legal team, instructing him to refrain from any contact. This came after he reportedly attempted to reach out to her, prompting a response from Henry in a TikTok video where she mentioned that he was bombarding her with messages.
“Since we broke up, he’s been messaging me constantly, using various phone numbers. I never know when to expect it,”she confessed.
An insider disclosed to Page Six that Payne’s behavior garnered attention for various reasons in recent years. While he was candid about his struggles, he often tried to downplay the severity, leading to concerns among those close to him that his issues were more serious than he acknowledged.
Notably, Payne openly confronted his battles with addiction and had entered a rehabilitation program in 2023. He shared his experiences upon leaving rehab after a hundred days in a YouTube video.
“I felt disconnected from the outside world, which was somewhat preparatory. The hardest part of leaving was turning my phone back on; it was really daunting,”Liam shared.
The investigation into Liam Payne’s death by Buenos Aires authorities is ongoing.
He is survived by his son Bear Grey Payne, his parents Geoff and Karen Payne, and his two sisters, Ruth and Nicola.
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