Nicole Scherzinger was close with the late One Direction star Liam Payne up until the day he died, as revealed by composer Andrew Lloyd Webber in an interview. Scherzinger had mentored Payne from his days in One Direction, and even continued to text him the day he passed away. Despite hearing the tragic news, Scherzinger still performed in Sunset Blvd. that same night, showing her professionalism and strength as a performer. Lloyd Webber described Scherzinger as one of the finest performers he has ever worked with.
Scherzinger and Payne first met when he auditioned on The X Factor UK in 2010, where Scherzinger was a judge at the time. She supported him from the beginning of his career and the two remained in touch over the years. Recently, they worked together as judges on a talent competition show called Building the Band for Netflix, alongside Kelly Rowland and AJ McLean. With filming completed before Payne’s death, it is uncertain whether the show will still be aired as planned.
Liam Payne tragically passed away at the age of 31 after falling from his hotel room’s balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The autopsy report revealed that he died from “multiple traumas” with internal and external hemorrhages. Payne rose to fame on The X Factor UK as part of One Direction, who went on indefinite hiatus after member Zayn Malik left the group. The remaining bandmates shared a joint tribute on Instagram, expressing their devastation and love for Payne.
The members of One Direction shared their individual tributes to Liam Payne after his passing, expressing their deep sorrow and love for him. They cherished the memories they shared with Payne and extended their thoughts to his family, friends, and fans who mourned his loss. The group vowed to miss him terribly and expressed their love for Payne. The news of his sudden death was met with shock and sadness by fans and the music community, as Payne’s talent and contributions were appreciated.
The passing of Liam Payne has left a void in the music industry and among his fans, as many remember him as a talented and beloved performer. His collaborations and friendships with artists like Nicole Scherzinger showcase the impact he had on those around him. Despite his untimely death, Payne’s legacy will continue to live on through his music and the memories he created. The support and love shown by his friends, family, and colleagues reflect the positive influence he had on those he encountered.
