Kate Cassidy Reflects on Liam Payne's 'Tragic Accident' Death

Kate Cassidy, Liam Payne's girlfriend, expressed her devastation following the singer's tragic death at age 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. In her first interviews since the incident, Cassidy shared that she had left Argentina just days before his death to return to Florida for responsibilities, including caring for their dog, Nala. She emphasized that she never anticipated such a tragic outcome and believes his death was an accident, stating, "I had a responsibility, we had a responsibility." Cassidy revealed her ongoing heartache, mentioning how she frequently calls Liam's old phone number to hear his voicemail and struggles to listen to his music. Their relationship had been serious, with plans for engagement, and she shared a note from him that expressed their hopes for the future. Toxicology reports indicated the presence of alcohol and drugs in Payne's system at the time of his death, raising discussions about the music industry's duty of care for young artists.