Trigger Warning: This article mentions death.
The music world has been feeling devastated by the loss of Liam Payne at age 31 after he fell from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires on October 16. Taylor Swift is among the mourners.
The Cruel Summer singer, often referred to as a pop titan today, rose to fame alongside the five-piece band between 2010 and 2016. She is reportedly heartbroken over the news of Payne’s death, as the two were close friends, partly due to Swift’s dating history with his bandmate Harry Styles. According to sources, Swift is planning to honor Payne during the last leg of her Eras Tour, which opens today in Miami.
A source who spoke to the Daily Mail shared that Swift, who had a deep affection for Payne, is distraught. “She is really sad about this because she came up with those boys, and she had a lot of love for Liam,” the insider told the outlet. “He was always good to her,” they added.
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In its report, the British publication recalled how, in 2017, the former One Direction member gushed about receiving Reputation PR goodies from Swift. “She actually sent me a lovely little hamper of new Reputation gear,” Payne told On Demand Entertainment at the time, according to the Daily Mail.
The depth of their friendship was evident, as Payne did not hesitate to tease Swift about her handwriting, suggesting she could use the help of a professional calligraphy artist.
Payne’s untimely demise has shattered the hearts of millions of Directioners around the world. Fans in Argentina paid tribute to Payne by holding a vigil outside the CasaSura hotel in Palermo, where he was staying.
They lit candles and sang One Direction songs, such as Night Changes, in remembrance of the star, who reportedly died from a “cranial fracture and extremely serious injuries,” according to Alberto Crescenti, chief of Buenos Aires emergency services.
Payne leaves behind his 7-year-old son, Bear, whom he shared with ex-girlfriend Cheryl Cole, as well as his parents.
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**Taylor Swift Devastated by the Sudden Passing of Liam Payne: “His Last Call Will Haunt Me Forever”**
The music world was shaken today by the unexpected and tragic news of Liam Payne’s passing, leaving fans and close friends in profound shock. Taylor Swift, one of Liam’s closest friends, was reportedly devastated upon hearing the news. Sources say she broke down in tears, recounting the details of their last conversation—a call that would now be seared into her memory.
In her grief, Taylor shared that Liam had reached out to her just hours before his death, leaving her a message that was both haunting and heartfelt. “He called me to talk about life, and it felt different—he seemed vulnerable but determined, like he had something important to say,” she recounted. His voice, she said, carried a sadness that she couldn’t quite place at the time, and now that memory takes on a new, painful significance.
Swift’s emotional response highlights the deep friendship they shared—a bond formed through years in the public eye, navigating the pressures of fame together. Taylor spoke of how Liam had been a source of strength and a confidant, always supportive during difficult times. For her, his sudden loss feels like losing a part of her own journey, as they had shared dreams, laughs, and, sometimes, struggles.
As news of Liam’s passing circulates, fans and friends around the world join Taylor in mourning, honoring his legacy and the impact he made. In her tribute, Taylor vowed to keep his memory alive, describing him as a “gentle soul with an unmatched passion for life and music.”
