Alessia Cara slams TMZ for publishing graphic photos of Liam Payne after his death

Singer Alessia Cara has publicly criticized TMZ for publishing graphic images of Liam Payne shortly before news of his death was made public.

Payne, a former member of One Direction, reportedly died after falling from a third-story balcony in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024. His sudden death has shocked fans and those close to him. Cara took to social media platform X, expressing her disgust, writing, “you’re gross @TMZ,” condemning the tabloid for its handling of the sensitive situation.

The publication of such graphic images has also sparked outrage on social media, with many users denouncing TMZ’s actions as disrespectful.

Many fans and individuals familiar with the deceased have expressed their anger and shock, calling for more ethical standards when reporting on tragic events.

Payne’s death is still under investigation, but the release of these images has sparked a larger conversation about respect for the deceased and the ethics of tabloid journalism.