Liam Payne's sister praises his role in 'Building the Band', asserting he was 'destined' for the job.
In a heartfelt Instagram post on July 16, 2025, Nicola Payne, sister of the late Liam Payne, paid tribute to her brother who passed away nine months prior. The former member of the British boy band One Direction died tragically on October 16, 2024, at the age of 31, after falling from the third-floor balcony of the CasaSur Palermo hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Nicola's post moved Liam's fans to tears as she reminisced about her brother's shining stage presence and incredible personality. She shared two photos from Liam's final show, "Building the Band," a talent show he starred as a judge on. The programme, she stated, holds a special place in her heart as it was one of the last times she saw Liam before his passing.
Nicola praised Liam's passion and talent in "Building the Band," expressing pride in his performance. She also mentioned that the show's memories help her feel close to her brother. However, she admitted that processing Liam's death has been difficult.
Preliminary investigations by the National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor's Office No. 16 in Argentina revealed that Liam had suffered from polytrauma with both internal and external bleeding. Toxicology reports showed that he had consumed multiple drugs, including cocaine and antidepressants, and was also under the influence of alcohol. The circumstances surrounding his death are still under investigation, with both Argentine and British authorities working to clarify the details of the incident.
Liam is survived by his sister, Nicola, and his other sister, Ruth Payne. As we remember Liam, we honour his memory and the impact he had on the music industry and his fans.
[1] National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor's Office No. 16, Argentina. (2024). Preliminary Report on the Death of Liam Payne. [2] Buenos Aires Police Department. (2024). Incident Report: Death of Liam Payne. [3] Argentine Ministry of Health. (2024). Autopsy Report: Liam Payne.
- The world mourned the tragic death of Liam Payne, as his sister Nicola shared memories from his final show, "Building the Band," on Netflix, a project he was passionate about and that holds a special place in her heart.
- Despite the pain of his untimely demise, the show's fond memories help Nicola feel closer to her beloved brother, who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, celebrity culture, and pop-culture at large.
- Amidst the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Liam's death, which involved polytrauma, drug consumption, and alcohol, the US and Argentina cooperate to clarify the details of the incident, ensuring that Liam's memory is preserved with respect and dignity.
