Liam Payne, former member of the boy band One Direction, has died at 31 after falling from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, police confirmed Wednesday. Payne fell from the third floor of the CasaSur hotel in the Palermo neighborhood, following reports of erratic behavior and possible intoxication.
The British singer, who struggled with mental health and substance use, rose to global fame with One Direction before pursuing a solo career. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans and fellow musicians, including American singer Charlie Puth.
Payne had been in Buenos Aires attending a concert and sharing updates with fans. His tragic passing comes as a shock to many, including those who saw him just weeks ago at a performance by former bandmate Niall Horan.
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