Liam Payne Accused of Sending Explicit Photos

Liam Payne, former One Direction member, reportedly sent explicit photos of himself to his ex-fiancée, Maya Henry, and her family after their breakup, according to multiple reports. Henry accused Payne of attempting to distribute intimate images of her to third parties, prompting her to issue a cease and desist letter on October 9, shortly before Payne's death. The legal notice detailed Payne's alleged behaviors, including sending unsolicited and disturbing images and attempting to manipulate Henry using his addiction issues. Payne died at the age of 31 after a fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, with no foul play suspected but drugs believed to be a contributing factor. Henry and Payne's relationship, which began in 2018 and ended in 2022, reportedly involved ongoing harassment from Payne, with him using various methods to contact her post-breakup. The case has opened discussions around revenge porn and celebrity accountability.