Nicole Scherzinger Honors Liam Payne After Death

Nicole Scherzinger has publicly mourned the loss of Liam Payne, who died on October 16 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. In her heartfelt Instagram tribute, Scherzinger expressed her gratitude for the time they shared since the formation of One Direction, stating, 'I will forever cherish and treasure the time we shared together.' She revealed that she had been in contact with Payne on the day of his death, as noted by composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, who praised her for performing in her Broadway show shortly after learning of the tragedy. Scherzinger described Payne's 'kind heart, sweet soul, and character,' and emphasized the joy he brought to many lives. An autopsy indicated that Payne died from multiple traumas and bleeding, with ongoing investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death. Scherzinger concluded her tribute by expressing her deep sorrow and extending her thoughts and prayers to Payne's family.