Zayn Malik Reschedules Tour Following Liam Payne's Death

Zayn Malik has announced the rescheduled dates for his Stairway to the Sky tour, which he postponed following the death of his former One Direction bandmate, Liam Payne. The U.S. leg will now start on January 21, 2024, in Washington, D.C., and will include stops in New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and conclude in San Francisco on February 3. Malik's original tour dates were set for October and November 2023 but were delayed due to the emotional impact of Payne's tragic passing on October 16. In a heartfelt message to fans, Malik expressed his grief over the loss and reassured them that tickets would remain valid for the new dates. The tour is part of Malik's promotional efforts for his fourth solo album, Room Under the Stairs, and he is also scheduled to perform in the U.K. starting November 20. Payne's death has prompted tributes from friends and fans, highlighting the profound impact he had on those close to him.