Liam Payne‘s relatives are expressing their sorrow following the tragic incident involving the One Direction star’s deadly tumble in Argentina.
The family of the deceased artist released a statement on Thursday, just a day after Liam suffered a fatal fall from his hotel room balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
In a message conveyed to the BBC, Liam’s family articulated their “heartbroken” feelings following his untimely death, as they take time to reflect on the singer’s vibrant personality and enduring impact.
The family stated, “Liam will always reside in our hearts; we will cherish him for his kind, humorous, and courageous spirit. We are here for one another as a family and request privacy during this tragic time.”
The poignant words from the Payne family resonate amid widespread grief among fans following Liam’s passing in South America, with numerous Directioners gathering in tribute outside the hotel where the tragedy occurred.
Images convey the emotional scene as mourners comfort each other, their tears evident while authorities continued their inquiries … probing into the circumstances of Liam’s tragic fall.
As previously reported by TMZ … Liam was declared deceased at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel situated in the Palermo district of Buenos Aires. Based on the information from the 911 call, it appears Liam had a distressing episode while under the influence in his third-floor hotel room before he fell from the balcony.
He had traveled to Argentina to support his former One Direction bandmate Niall Horan during a performance at the Movistar Arena. Liam’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, shared online that he had extended his stay to enjoy more time in Argentina.
Authorities are presently exploring whether Liam’s fatal plunge was deliberate or accidental.