Former One Direction singer Liam Payne has tragically died in Buenos Aires, Argentina, after reportedly falling from the third floor of a hotel. He was 31 years old.
Local newspaper La Nacion first reported the incident on Wednesday, citing emergency services who were called to the scene.
According to the media outlet, Payne was discovered unresponsive outside the CasaSur hotel, a luxury establishment in Buenos Aires’ upscale Palermo neighborhood.
Paramedics who arrived at the scene attempted to revive him but tragically pronounced him dead upon arrival.
Details surrounding the fall remain unclear, and an investigation is currently underway.
Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the circumstances, but sources close to the investigation suggest that no foul play is suspected at this stage.
Payne was in Buenos Aires as part of a planned trip, though it is uncertain if he had any work-related engagements at the time.
The news has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world, with fans and former colleagues mourning the sudden loss of the talented musician.
Payne rose to global fame as a member of the boy band One Direction, which formed during the British talent show The X Factor in 2010.
Alongside Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik, Payne contributed to the band’s immense success, producing chart-topping hits and selling millions of records worldwide before the group went on hiatus in 2016.
Following the band’s break, Payne pursued a solo career, releasing several singles and an album, LP1, in 2019.
He continued to be active in the music scene and was known for his philanthropic efforts.
Fans and fellow celebrities have taken to social media to express their grief and pay tribute to Payne, praising his artistic contributions and remembering him as a beloved figure in the music industry.
More updates are expected as the investigation into Payne’s death continues.
