Taylor Swift’s handwritten letter to Liam Payne set for £10k auction - what does it say?

A 2017 handwritten note from Taylor Swift to Liam Payne is going up for auction, valued at £10,000

A handwritten letter from Taylor Swift to late One Direction star Liam Payne is heading to auction, valued at £10,000. The note, written in 2017, was a simple message of encouragement, sent to Payne ahead of their performances at the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball at London’s O2 Arena. Swift’s message, tucked inside an envelope sealed with a personalised wax ‘T’, offers a rare glimpse into their private friendship.

The note read, “Liam, Long time no see! I’m so excited for you, you’re crushing it out there. I’m obsessed with ‘Bedroom Floor’. It’s so cool to see you from afar, I’m always cheering you on. Good luck tonight! Taylor.” At the time, Payne was navigating life as a solo artist following One Direction’s hiatus, releasing tracks including ‘Strip That Down’ and ‘Bedroom Floor’.

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Payne, who tragically died in October 2024 at age 31 after a fall in Buenos Aires, reportedly gave the letter to a close associate shortly after receiving it. Its auction now coincides with the first anniversary of his death, which passed recently, sparking an emotional response from fans online. Collectors and music enthusiasts alike are expected to show strong interest in the piece, which has become a meaningful relic of the connection between two global stars.

Swift’s gesture highlights the quiet support artists sometimes give one another, away from the public eye. The auction underscores the enduring fascination with the private lives of celebrities and the lasting impact of their personal gestures. The handwritten note, preserved in Swift’s distinctive style, reflects both the early solo career of Payne and the thoughtful consideration of Swift, cementing the item as a valued piece of music history.