Liam PayneHis family is sharing their grief following the One Direction alum’s fatal fall in Argentina.
The late singer’s loved ones released a statement on Thursday, one day after Liam fell from the balcony of his hotel room in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and died.
In a note shared with the BBCLiam’s family said they are “heartbroken” following the news of his passing and are taking time to remember the pop star’s personality and legacy.
They wrote… “Liam will forever live in our hearts and we will remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul. We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space at this terrible time.”
The Payne family’s words come amid fan devastation over Liam’s death in South America… with countless Directioners holding a vigil outside his hotel.
As you can see in the photos, mourners fought back tears and comforted each other as police remained at the scene… investigating the details of Liam’s fatal fall.
As TMZ previously reported… Liam was declared dead at the Hotel CasaSur Palermo located in the Palermo neighborhood, in Buenos Aires. According to the 911 callLiam allegedly collapsed while intoxicated in his 3rd floor hotel room… where he later fell off the balcony.
He was in Argentina supporting his former One Direction bandmate Niall Horan at his show at Movistar Arena. As Liam’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidyrevealed online… Payne extended his trip to spend more time in Argentina.
Police are investigating whether Liam’s fall was intentional or accidental.