Rita Orais mourning the loss ofLiam Payneand broke down in tears during a live presentation.

The singer was performing a show in Japan following thenews that Payne had died.

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The singer shared a social media tribute following news of Paynes death.

Rita Ora and Liam Payne

Rita Ora and Liam PayneMike Marsland/WireImage

Im devastated, Oraposted on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.

He had the kindest soul, I will never forget.

This tragic news breaks my heart.

Liam Payne

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.

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.