Liam Payne, former One Direction star, found dead in Buenos Aires, Argentinian police say
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Skip to timelineFormer One Direction band member Liam Payne has died, aged 31.
He was in Argentina's capital Buenos Aires, where he was found dead after falling from a hotel's third floor.
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UK Foreign Office is 'in contact' with Argentinian authorities, BBC says
Payne's last Snapchat video before his death
Early tributes trickle in
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ICMYI: Payne was reportedly in Argentina to attend Niall Horan concert
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By Caitlin Rawling
In case you missed it North America correspondent Jade Macmillan was on News Channel speaking on the singer's death.
Local media outlets in Argentina reported that Payne was there to attend the concert of former 1D member Niall Horan.
Watch her cross here:
Key EventUK Foreign Office is 'in contact' with Argentinian authorities, BBC says
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By Tessa Flemming
BBC has been in touch with the UK Foreign Office about Payne's death.
"We are in contact with the local authorities regarding reports of the death of a British man in Argentina," the office told the outlet in a one line statement.
Readers remember 'charismatic' Liam Payne
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By Tessa Flemming
We've already had a few heartfelt tributes coming in this morning from fans.
We thank you for sharing, and it goes to show the breadth of One Direction's legacy.
You can share your memories by hitting the comment button:
Anonymous
Very shocking to hear about Liam Payne's passing. My brother and I's first concert we ever went to was in 2015: it was One Direction at the Allianz Stadium in Sydney (before they knocked it down and renovated it!), and what an electrifying night it was. The very first night of the On the Road Again Tour. Very sad day, but I'm sure lots of people will forever be thankful to him for the memories made as a result of his music and the band's music!
Sobbing at work
I saw One Direction in 2012 and 2013, it has always been my favourite memory. I went with my mum, front row for their first tour; so baby faced and energetic! Today I am listening to Up All Night, quietly sobbing at my desk at work. Liam was so charismatic and attentive to the crowd; he really was the bigger brother of the group. He will forever be remembered, and we appreciate him for being such an important part of boy band history. He will forever live on in One Direction's fans memories.
Liv
Found out the news in my Year 12 maths class, the whole class was shocked and speechless, he was a defining part of our generation and will be missed. My friend is devastated that there will be no 1D reunion :'(
A meteoric rise to fame
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By Caitlin Rawling
Payne was part of the boy band One Direction which was formed on X Factor UK in 2010, by judge Simon Cowell.
The boy band was made up of members: Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Louis Tomlinson.
The singer was 16-years-old when he joined 1D.
One Direction was an extremely successful boy band with the band selling out arenas and making millions of dollars in record sales.
The band took an indefinite hiatus in January 2016 so the boys could focus on their solo careers.
Payne's fellow band members are yet to comment on his death.
In pictures: Vigil outside Buenos Aires hotel
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By Tessa Flemming
Grieving fans have congregated outside the CasaSur Hotel, with some starting a makeshift vigil.
Payne toured Australia three times
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By Tessa Flemming
One Direction and Liam Payne toured Australia three times — in 2012, 2013, and 2015.
The band played to sold-out venues and throngs of adoring fans.
If you attended any of those shows, we'd love to hear your fond memories, particularly those of Liam today.
You can submit a comment at the top of the blog.
Key EventPayne's last Snapchat video before his death
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By Caitlin Rawling
A video released from the singer's verified Snapchat account is believed to be the last bit of footage he posted on social media.
The video is captioned "Lovely day in Argentina."
In the video Payne says: "Today we ride, we are going to ride some horses."
Watch here:
Hotel 'requested police help for intoxicated guest'
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By Tessa Flemming
Hotel workers had called police asking for urgent help with an intoxicated guest, according to audio obtained from the Buenos Aires security ministry.
"When he is conscious he is destroying the entire room and we need you to send someone," the worker said.
The worker added that the guest's life was at risk because their room had a balcony.
Reporting with Reuters
Early tributes trickle in
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By Tessa Flemming
It's just after midnight in the UK so we're likely to hear more tributes a bit later, but we've already seen condolences from the Brit Awards and Paris Hilton.
Payne's death comes as an 'absolute tragedy,' says music writer
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By Tessa Flemming
Variety’s senior music writer Steven Horowitz says the loss of Payne came as a "massive shock".
"It's just an absolute tragedy for anybody who's been a fan of his or anybody who's been following his career, or who's been touched by his music," he tells ABC News Channel.
Horowitz says after One Direction disbanded, Payne was still "very dedicated" to his career while raising his young son, Bear.
Watch the full interview below.
Key EventWatch: Fans gather around CasaSur hotel
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By Tessa Flemming
A large group has congregated around the CasaSur hotel in Buenos Aires where Payne was found.
The hotel manager said he heard a loud noise at the back of the hotel, and when police arrived they found that a man had fallen over the balcony in his room, the statement said.
Emergency services confirm singer had 'serious injuries incompatible with life'
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By Caitlin Rawling
Head of the Buenos Aires public emergency medical services, Alberto Crescenti, said Payne fell around 14 metres, suffering "very serious injuries incompatible with life".
"At 17:04, local time, through 911, the integrated public security system, we were alerted about a person who was in an internal courtyard of the CasaSur hotel," Crescenti said.
"At 17:11, a team arrived and confirmed the man's death.
"We later learned that he was a singer in a musical group. Unfortunately, he had injuries incompatible with life as a result of his fall, so we had to confirm his death. There was no possibility of resuscitation."
In pictures: Police arrive at the scene
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By Caitlin Rawling
More police have arrived at the hotel in Buenos Aires where Liam Payne was found dead.
Here are some photos from the scene.
Payne fell into courtyard from balcony of hotel: authorities
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By Caitlin Rawling
Head of the state emergency medical system Alberto Crescenti says Liam Payne fell into a courtyard of the CasaSur Hotel.
The hotel is in Buenos Aires.
Crescenti has declined to comment on whether Payne jumped or fell by accident.
Welcome to our coverage
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By Caitlin Rawling
Good morning, former One Direction star Liam Payne has died.
The 31-year-old was found dead outside a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina police have confirmed.
Follow our live coverage as we bring you the latest.
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