Former One Direction star Liam Payne will be laid to rest in an intimate funeral on Wednesday 20 November in the Home Counties.
The private funeral is set to be attended by the singer’s family and friends including his parents Geoff and Karen, his two sisters Nicola and Ruth and his ex-partner, Cheryl.
Liam’s former One Direction bandmates Harry Styles, 30, Niall Horan, 31, Zayn Malik, 31, and Louis Tomlinson, 32, were all in attendance.
Wolverhampton-born Liam tragically passed away on 16 October aged 31 after he fell from a third-floor balcony at Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He died from multiple injuries as well as internal and external bleeding after his body was found in the hotel’s internal courtyard, a post-mortem examination said.
An investigation has been launched into his death by prosecutors, and three people have been charged in connection with the incident.
See photos from the poignant event below…
© Andrew Matthews – PA ImagesTouching floral tributes
White floral tributes were arranged outside the church in the Home Counties.
© Andrew Matthews – PA ImagesPreparations took place this morning ahead of the service.
© BackgridThe singer’s funeral is set to take place today.
© GettyKate Cassidy and Damian Hurley
Liam Payne’s girlfriend, influencer Kate Cassidy, attended the star’s funeral alongside Elizabeth Hurley’s son, Damian.
Kate had been in a relationship with Liam for two years before his tragic death.
At the time of Liam’s death, Kate paid tribute to her late boyfriend, writing: “Thank you for all of the kind words and love that has been sent my way. I have been at a complete loss. Nothing about the past few days have felt real. I ask and pray that you’ll give me the grace and space to navigate this in private.”
© GettySimon Cowell and Lauren Silverman
Simon, 65, attended with his fiancee Lauren Silverman. Simon worked with Liam on The X Factor.
The singer had initially auditioned for the competition in 2008 when he was 14, and returned in 2010 when he was placed into a group with Harry, Niall, Louis and Zayn, who would later become his One Direction bandmates.
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Girls Aloud singer Kimberley Walsh was also in attendance.
© GettyJamie Scott
Singer and songwriter Jamie Scott, who penned songs for One Direction, joined mourners.
© GettyRochelle and Marvin Humes
Rochelle and her husband Marvin Humes mingled with guests ahead of the service.
© GettyJames Corden
Actor and comedian James Corden was also present, dressed in a smart suit.
© GettyOne Direction stars
Also bidding farewell to the singer were Liam’s former One Direction bandmates: Louis, Zayn, Harry and Niall.
© JUSTIN TALLISHarry Styles
Harry looked sombre in a smart suit and black sunglasses.
© Getty ImagesNiall Horan
Niall wrapped up warm in a black coat.
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© GettyHorse-drawn carriage arrives
A horse-drawn carriage carried the coffin ahead of the funeral.
© GettyTouching floral tribute
The carriage was topped with a touching floral ‘son’ tribute crafted from red roses.
Liam’s tragic death sent shockwaves around the globe and prompted an outpouring of emotional tributes. Following the ‘Strip That Down’ hitmaker’s death, his family said they were “heartbroken” in a poignant tribute.”We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts, and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul,” they said via a spokesperson.
“We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space at this awful time.”
© Nti Media Ltd/ShutterstockElsewhere, his former One Direction bandmates released a joint statement which read: “In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say. But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly.
“The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever. For now, our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and the fans who loved him alongside us. We will miss him terribly. We love you Liam.”
© JMEnternationalLiam rose to fame in 2010 as one-fifth of the X-Factor boyband One Direction. Together, they became one of the biggest pop groups in the world with five albums and four world tours before embarking on an indefinite hiatus in 2016 and later pursuing solo careers.
In 2019, Liam released his debut album LP1 and enjoyed success with his single ‘Strip That Down’. His solo career also saw him collaborate with artists such as Quavo, Rita Ora and J Balvin.
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