One Direction bandmates reunite for Liam Payne’s funeral after 9 years
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The members of One Direction, Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan, have reunited after nine years to attend the funeral of their bandmate, Liam Payne, who tragically passed away on October 16, 2024. The ceremony is taking place in the Home Counties, where the four stars were seen arriving, visibly distressed, as they made their way to the church for the private service.
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Dressed in black, the former bandmates were photographed as they arrived to bid a final farewell to the beloved star. The funeral service, held today, November 20, 2024, is an emotional occasion for One Direction fans, marking the first time the band has gathered since Payne's passing.
In a statement shared after his death, the surviving members of One Direction expressed their devastation, saying, "We will forever cherish the unforgettable memories we shared with him." They also added, "We will miss him terribly. We love you, Liam," and acknowledged the deep sorrow they felt.
Payne, who gained global fame as part of One Direction, died after reportedly falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The post-mortem report attributed his death to multiple traumas and internal and external hemorrhaging.
As the bandmates reunited to pay their respects, fans expressed their grief and supported the band members online. The funeral marks a somber moment for the former group, who had not been publicly together for nearly a decade.