UPDATE 10/17/24 7:00 P.M. PST: As of Thursday evening, more celebrity tributes have been added.
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Hollywood is mourning the loss of Liam Payne.
According to TMZ, the former One Direction member passed away at the age of 31 on Wednesday night. Multiple witnesses told the outlet he fell from his room on the 4th story of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires shortly after 5:00 p.m. So tragic.
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Since the shocking news of his death broke, fans and celebrities have taken to social media to express their devastation and offer condolences to his family — including Camila Cabello. She wrote on her Instagram Story:
“thank you Liam for all the joy you brought my friends and i. it really made an impression on me as a young girl to meet a member of a group i loved and have him be so kind. it’s a tragedy to have him gone way too soon..”
On Thursday, Halsey posted a poignant post to Liam on Tumblr to express how “it hurts deeply to mourn someone” she and so many looked up to over the years:
“i loved one direction with an all-consuming force when i was younger. it hurts deeply to mourn someone you were a massive fan of as teenager, and became a peer of as an adult. i know people change and grief is unsure or complicated when it’s attached to a fond memory or the feeling a person gave you and not tangibly the person themself. i can see many of you on here are struggling with that right now and i understand.”
She continued:
“a few years ago i purchased a home that Liam previously owned. there were rumors the house was haunted. He assured me it was not, and i believed him. because i know the ghosts that haunt us aren’t tethered to buildings. They live in parts of us that are harder to reach and they go wherever we do. as a parent, a fellow artist, and a fan, i simply cannot fathom this untimely loss. my heart goes out to his family, friends, and the fans.”
Beautifully said. Paris Hilton was one of the first to react, writing on X (Twitter):
“So upsetting to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing
Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones.
Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. 
RIP my friend. 
”Rapper Juicy J, who collaborated on the 2016 song You with Liam and Wiz Khalifa, expressed his disbelief over the news on the platform, saying:
“R.I.P. Liam Payne wow I can’t believe it prayers up for the family
Zedd shared similar sentiments in a post that read:
“RIP Liam… I can’t believe this is real… absolutely heartbreaking …
“Zayn Malik‘s sister Doniya wrote that she was “heartbroken” over the news. And there’s more. Charlie Puth took to Instagram Stories to share several photos and videos of him and Payne along with this emotional note:
“I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone … I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace.”
He also posted this throwback pic on his grid:
Alongside a red carpet picture of them together, singer Mabel paid tribute to her longtime friend on Instagram:
“Liam For so many years I always knew I could call you for support and big brotherly advice but now you’re gone… My thoughts and prayers are with Liams family friends during this time. You’ll be so missed.
“So, so sad…
Check out more celebs’ reactions and tributes to Liam (below):
We are heartbroken by the sad passing of Liam Payne.
He was immensely talented and, as part of One Direction, Liam will leave a lasting legacy on the music industry and fans around the world.
Our thoughts are with his friends, family and all who loved him. pic.twitter.com/wOXUTKPUiR— The X Factor (@TheXFactor) October 17, 2024
Such incredibly sad news about Liam Payne. Didn’t know him as well as I know some of the other One Direction lads, but when we all did this interview together a few years ago in LA, he was charming, cheeky & great fun.
Fame can be as deadly a drug as any narcotic.
RIP Liam. ???? pic.twitter.com/0uvYMMn49h— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) October 17, 2024
I am shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Liam Payne. It was a pleasure to work with him on our X Factor performance. God bless Liam, thinking of all his loved ones. He will be dearly missed.???? pic.twitter.com/S8y3RiJWrz
— Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) October 17, 2024
Words can not express the emotions we are collectively feeling right now, and it seems like the rest of the world is in the same boat.
Our hearts go out to Liam’s family, friends, and Directioners around the world.
Rest in peace brother.
— Backstreet Boys (@backstreetboys) October 17, 2024
Devastated.
Liam was an unbelievably supportive during one of the most difficult times in my life. I will never forget that.
My thoughts are with his family, friends and fans at this horrendous time.
Rest in peace Liam
Max x pic.twitter.com/hXJD1vOW1A
— Max George (@MaxGeorge) October 16, 2024
Life is precious kids and you only get to do it ONCE go easy LG x
— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) October 17, 2024
Beyond sad to hear this news. Rest well my friend @LiamPayne ???????? pic.twitter.com/mtBig10CTM
— Jonas Blue (@JonasBlue) October 16, 2024
RIP to Liam Payne,,, much too young ????????
— FLAVOR FLAV (@FlavorFlav) October 16, 2024
Sending strength to Cheryl and his son Bear ❤️ and all the One direction Family
RIP @LiamPayne— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) October 16, 2024
if this Liam Payne news is true that shit is honestly so gut wrenching… was such a nice guy the few times me and G ran into him, fuck the Internet for being so ruthless over the past few months… forreal such a toxic environment on here mannnn that’s so sad
— J (@JVCKJ) October 16, 2024
I cannot believe the news about @LiamPayne … such a cool talented dude. Absolutely heartbreaking. Rest in Paradise ????????????
— WESLEY (@wesleystromberg) October 16, 2024
damn this liam payne news got me speechless… looked up to 1D so much during the wdw days. you really never know when it’s your time to go. remind your friends/family that you love them today and every day pic.twitter.com/rArPVaeVhu
— corbyn (@corbynbesson) October 16, 2024
Extremely sad news. V tragic and so young. RIP Liam x
— R Y L A N (@Rylan) October 16, 2024
Good grief.. what a shocking tragedy. https://t.co/ZoL55QSRHD
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) October 16, 2024
Sending you all so much love ❤️????
— Lou Teasdale (@louteasdale) October 16, 2024
Life is short and fragile…
You never know what people are going through.
We live in times where being rude, divisive and mean is normal; sometimes even celebrated. It doesn’t have to be this way.
We should do our best to be kind, supportive and mindful.— Zedd (@Zedd) October 16, 2024
we take care of each other ????♥️
— Shawn Mendes (@ShawnMendes) October 16, 2024
I am heartbroken to hear of the tragic passing of Liam Payne. I can barely believe it. Sincere condolences to his family. ???? https://t.co/A1Q3li6bXt
— E L James ???? (@E_L_James) October 16, 2024
Without a doubt, Liam will be so missed…
This is truly a shocking time for everyone right now, especially his friends, family, and band members. Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Harry Styles have since spoken out about Liam’s death, saying how they are “completely devastated” and “will miss him terribly.” Our hearts go out to them as they mourn his sudden loss. What are your reactions to his death, Perezcious readers? Let us know in the comments below.
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