The ex-members of the English boy band pay tribute one by one to Liam Payne, who died on Wednesday October 16 at the age of 31.
“A brother.” After a joint press release from the group One Direction, its ex-members pay tribute one by one to Liam Payne, who died on Wednesday October 16 at the age of 31, after falling from the 3rd floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires.
Louis Tomlinson, the oldest member of the boys bandwas the first to post a long message on Instagram in tribute to his “brother” whom he “lost”. “Liam was someone I looked up to every day, such a positive, fun and kind soul,” he wrote, before adding that he was “an incredible songwriter with a great sense of melody.” .
“In my opinion, Liam has been the most vital member of One Direction. His experience since childhood, his perfect tone, his stage presence, his gift for writing… The list goes on and on. Thank you for us having helped us to be who we are,” continued the 32-year-old singer.
The artist finally stressed wanting to be there for Bear Grey, Liam Payne’s son, “if he ever needs him”. Before concluding: “I will be the uncle he needs in his life and I will tell him stories to tell him what an extraordinary man his father was.”
“Liam was the most qualified in music”
Zayn Malik, the first member of One Direction to leave the group in 2015, also posted a tribute on Instagram, alongside a photograph of the two boys sleeping and cuddling.
“I couldn’t thank you for your support during the most difficult times of my life. When I missed my family, at 17, you were always there with a positive outlook and a reassuring smile, telling me that you were my friend and that I was loved,” he began.
The artist, aged 31, remembered having “sometimes argued” with his friend, nevertheless emphasizing having “always secretly respected” him, praising, like Louis Tomlinson, the musical qualities of Liam Payne:
“When it comes to music, Liam was the most qualified in every aspect. I knew nothing compared to him, I was a young novice with no experience and you were already a professional.”
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“I lost a brother when you left us. I can’t tell you how much I would give to hug you again, say goodbye properly and convey all my love and respect. I will cherish all the memories I have with you in my heart forever,” concluded Zayn Malik, speaking directly to his friend.
Clement Boutin Journalist BFMTV
