Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, was found dead after falling from a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Local media reported that police are investigating the incident.
The 31-year-old gained worldwide fame as part of the British boy band One Direction, which formed during the 2010 season of The X Factor UK. The group, which included Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson, disbanded in 2016 as its members pursued solo careers.
In addition, TMZ and other Media outlets have noted that Payne exhibited erratic behavior in the hotel before his death. Witnesses said he smashed his laptop and had to be escorted to his room. His struggles with addiction and mental health have been well-documented, with Payne openly discussing his past challenges, including suicidal thoughts during the height of One Direction’s fame.