Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, speaks out on former One Direction singer’s death

Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, is has spoken out on the death of the former One Direction member.

“Thank you for all of the kind words and love that has been sent my way. I have been at a complete loss,” she posted on her Instagram Story Friday. “Nothing about the past few days have felt real.”

“I ask and pray that you’ll give me the grace and space to navigate this in private. Liam, my angel. You are everything. I want you to know I loved you unconditionally and completely. I will continue to love you for the rest of my life. I love you Liam. 

Cassidy — who was first linked to Payne in 2022 — was with the singer in Argentina days before he died in Buenos Aires on Oct. 16 after falling from his hotel balcony. He was 31.

Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, spoke out about the One Direction alum’s death. WireImage Cassidy was with the “Teardrops” singer in Argentina just days before his sudden death. Instagram/kateecass Payne fell to his death from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Oct. 16. Instagram/kateecass

Hours before he died, Payne posted several videos to his Snapchat.

In one of the since-deleted snaps, the UK-born singer-songwriter told fans he was having a “lovely day” while spending time with Cassidy.

The couple sat around a dining room table and enjoyed different breakfast foods as they discussed their plans for the rest of the day, which included polo and riding horses.

Hours before Payne died, he took to Snapchat to share videos with his girlfriend on their trip. In one post, he said he was he was having a “lovely day” with the influencer. Instagram/kateecass

In a separate clip, the musician said he and Cassidy were really “enjoying” their time on vacation.

He went on to post a video showing him and the influencer making silly faces, which he captioned, “Quality time 🥰.”

Cassidy left the country two days before his death, suggesting Payne was not posting the videos in real time.

She shared a TikTok video of her journey back to Florida on Oct. 14, noting that she was “soooo happpiii [sic]” to be home.

Local police said that Payne’s fall resulted in “extremely serious injuries.” Instagram/kateecass The father of one’s death was confirmed by medics upon their arrival. Instagram/kateecass

Payne’s girlfriend spent two weeks with him in Argentina and then was “so ready to leave” while he stayed behind.

At the time of the “Teardrops” singer’s death, local police told the Associated Press in a statement that Payne’s fall resulted in “extremely serious injuries.”

First responders were immediately at the scene and confirmed Payne’s death upon arrival.

A spokesperson for the Security Ministry of Buenos Aires municipality, also told the outlet that the musician “had thrown himself from the balcony of his room.”

A spokesperson for the Security Ministry of Buenos Aires municipality, also told the outlet that the musician “had thrown himself from the balcony of his room.” Kieran.Photo / SplashNews.com Cassidy and Payne were first linked to each other in October 2022. Instagram/kateecass

Soon after the news of the recording artist’s death, many fans and celebrities expressed their condolences on social media.

“So upsetting to hear the news of @LiamPayne passing😢 Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. 🙏 RIP my friend🥺,” Paris Hilton wrote via X that same day.

Charlie Puth also recalled spending time with Payne as he publicly mourned his friend.

“I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with,” Puth wrote via his Instagram Story. “I can not believe he is gone … I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace.”