In the past few minutes, Paynes family have issued a statement saying they are heartbroken.
Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones.
I am in shock right now.
Liam Payne at BFI London Film Festival 2021John Phillips/Getty Images for BFI
Liam was always so kind to me.
He was one of the first major artists I got to work with.
I cannot believe he is gone… Puth wrote, also sharing a throwbackphotowith Payne.
Zedd, who collaborated with Payne on the 2017 single Get Low, wrote onX, RIP Liam…
He just loved to sing.
He was always a joy, had time for everyone, polite, grateful, and was always humble.
Sending love and prayers to his family.
Dx, wrote OLeary onInstagram.
The X FactorX account, meanwhile, described the star as immensely talented.
Our thoughts are with his friends, family and all who loved him.
Ty Dolla $ign shared a recent memory with Payne on his Instagram Story.
Just talked to you 2 days ago my guy.
Ima miss u frfr sucio, he wrote.
Im devastated He had the kindest soul, I will never forget.
This tragic news breaks my heart.
Sending all my love and prayers to his family and loved ones.
Our song For You takes on a whole new meaning for me now.
Longtime collaborator and friend Ed Sheeran posted a black and white picture of Payne to his Instagram.
At a loss for words.
X, he wrote.
So upsetting to hear the news of@LiamPaynepassing Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones.
RIP my friend
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RIP Liam…
