TODAY’S PAPER | January 28, 2026 | EPAPER

Kate Cassidy remembers late Liam Payne in nostalgic social media post

Liam Payne passed away on Oct 16, 2024 after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina


Pop Culture & Art January 28, 2026 1 min read
Photo: Instagram @katecass

Actress Kate Cassidy took a moment to remember the late singer Liam Payne in a heartfelt social media post, sharing an old video of the pair performing a viral trend together. The clip, set to Funky Town by the Cartoon Band, shows Cassidy and Payne dancing along in a playful throwback moment.

In her caption, Cassidy wrote, “Miss doing trends like this,” reflecting on the fun memories the two shared. Fans quickly responded with heartfelt comments, expressing their continued admiration for Payne and sympathy for Cassidy.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Responses included, “He’s still watching you and loving you, Kate ❤️😘”, “We miss him too 😢”, and “He’s still there in heaven dancing with you, don’t worry ❤️.”

Other fans echoed the sentiment of loss and remembrance, writing, “I love you, he is looking down on you” and noting the passage of time, “468 days, I miss him too.”

Payne had died after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 16th, 2024. The One Direction member was in the country to support and attend a concert of his his friend, Niall Horan. Payne and Cassidy had been dating for almost two years at the time of his death. 

The post serves as a reminder of the enduring connection fans feel to the late singer and the joy he brought during his life. Cassidy’s nostalgic sharing highlights the ways social media allows celebrities to honor past friendships while connecting with fans over shared memories.

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