Liam Payne’s family breaks silence on former One Direction singer’s death

Liam Payne’s family breaks silence on his tragic death

“We are heartbroken. “Liam will always live in our hearts and we will remember him for his kind, funny and brave spirit,” Payne’s family said in a statement to CNN. “As a family we are supporting each other as best we can and are asking for privacy and space during this terrible time,” he said.

The Strip That Down singer was reportedly very close to his parents, who left their home at midnight on Thursday, just hours after the singer died after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

A neighbor said of her grieving parents, “They were seen leaving in a hurry last night around midnight, but I’m not sure whether they had bags or not.”

“You can’t imagine what they’re going through. I know Liam loved coming back here whenever he could. “They will break hearts if they get too close,” a local resident said, according to the Daily Mail.

Tributes are being paid to Liam Payne after his untimely death

Just hours after news of Payne’s death broke, the music community came together on social media to mourn the passing of a young singer. “I am in shock right now. Liam was always very kind to me. He was one of the first major actors with whom I got a chance to work. I can’t believe he’s gone,” Charlie Puth wrote.

Meanwhile, Paris Hilton wrote, “So sad to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing. Expressing my love and condolences to his family and loved ones. “Rip my friend apart.” Rapper Flavor Flav wrote, “Huge congratulations to Liam Payne.”