One Direction fans shocked by Liam Payne’s death at 31

One Direction fans are in shock following the news of Liam Payne’s death. TMZ reported that the singer fell from the balcony of his third-floor hotel in Argentina on Wednesday night after eyewitnesses claimed he was behaving erratically in the lobby and had to be taken to his room. The sudden news was hard to believe and still hard to believe, with many fans and celebrities sharing their reactions on social media.

While many fans are understandably shocked by the news, others are reminiscing about their days as Directioners and how much Payne impacted them. Considering Payne was at 1D bandmate Niall Horan’s concert in Buenos Aires earlier this month, it definitely sounds like a nightmare. And there are a lot of fans who just want to wake up from this.

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Chartdata1D on X wrote: “I am absolutely devastated. more than devastated. Liam James Payne, father of the band, extroverted, very talented, an incredible father. you mean a lot to me and others. Thank you for everything you did for the boys, for your family and especially for us fans. love you forever,” accompanied by four photos of Payne with One Direction.

Meanwhile, GALITZINEFOX looked at it from the point of view of a teenager at the height of One Direction’s fame, saying: “I feel like most of us are so shocked by the cause of Liam Payne’s death that the man was once part of something that our 13-year-old selves could never imagine living without it. Like, why am I really speechless right now. It’s so weird.”

Many people have pointed out that One Direction’s long-awaited reunion will likely be at Payne’s funeral, as cosmiccoraline shared. In response to the post, FleurDeCats said, “We want a reunion, but not that kind of reunion,” while kuroitsune said, “Instead of seeing them on stage, I’m going to see them at a funeral…. My 1D heart cannot comprehend this.”

Many celebrities and companies also shared their reactions and condolences. MTV shared: “We are deeply saddened to learn of Liam Payne’s tragic passing today. During this difficult time, our hearts remain with his family, loved ones and fans.” Charlie Puth shared on his Instagram Stories: “I’m in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first great artists I worked with. I can’t believe he’s gone…” He also shared a video of Payne gifting him a t-shirt with the caption: “I’m so upset right now, may he rest in peace.”