Liam Payne Delays Documentary Plans to Focus on Health and Music

The one direction star has to keep his plans on hold as health issues take over

Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, has reportedly postponed plans for a highly anticipated documentary about his life. The decision to shelve the project comes after the singer has faced significant health issues over the past year.

Originally, Payne, now 30, had been enthusiastic about a tell-all documentary that was expected to feature intimate home videos and cover various aspects of his life. Several production companies had shown interest in the project, and it was set to explore different moments from Payne's career and personal experiences. However, his health concerns have led him to put the documentary on hold.

 

 

A source revealed that Payne’s health had deteriorated, impacting his plans. “This time last year, Liam was all fired up about his comeback and teasing new music, but then his health deteriorated,” the source stated. Payne has been hospitalized twice in the past year, first in August due to a severe kidney infection, which forced him to postpone his South American tour. He was hospitalized again in September while on vacation in Italy with his partner, Kate Cassidy, due to intense kidney pain. He was reported to be in a "bad way" but has since recovered.

The documentary was initially slated to capture Payne’s journey and personal moments, but as the singer shifted focus towards his health and music career, the momentum for the project has waned. The source added that while Payne is now in better health, he is prioritizing his well-being and is expected to focus on his music in the near future.

Despite these challenges, Payne's music career continues to advance. His latest single, "Teardrops," released in March 2024, marked his first new music in nearly two years. Payne’s previous single, "Sunshine," was released in 2021. The source hinted at a potential new release within the next two months, suggesting that Payne’s comeback may be on the horizon.

As Payne navigates these changes, fans eagerly await both his return to music and any future updates on his personal projects.