Liam Payne, former One Direction star, was laid to rest on November 20, 2024, following his tragic death in Buenos Aires. Bandmates Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson attended the funeral. His ex-partner Cheryl and social media influencer Kate Cassidy also paid their respects.
Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, was laid to rest on November 20, 2024, following his tragic death on October 16, 2024, in Buenos Aires. The 31-year-old singer died after falling from a hotel balcony. His funeral service took place at St. Mary's Church in Amersham, located to the west of London.
Among the mourners were Payne's One Direction bandmates—Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson—who attended to pay their respects. Cheryl, Payne's ex-partner and the mother of their son Bear, also attended. She shared her heartfelt emotions, stating that she had loved Liam "unconditionally and completely."
Kate Cassidy, the influencer who had been in a relationship with Payne since October 2022, was seen arriving with Damian Hurley, son of actress Elizabeth Hurley. Cassidy had spent time with Liam in Argentina before his death. Music mogul Simon Cowell, who played a key role in shaping One Direction’s career, also attended the service alongside his partner Lauren Silverman.
Following Liam's passing, his bandmates expressed their grief, describing themselves as "devastated" by the loss of their "brother." They honored his memory, emphasizing the love and cherished moments they shared, and extended their thoughts to his family, friends, and fans worldwide. "We will miss him terribly. We love you, Liam," they said in a statement.