Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they ‘butted heads’ but praises him for ‘helping him through his darkest times’

Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'

As a follower of One Direction, I have always admired the camaraderie and friendship that the band members shared. However, hearing about the strained relationship between Liam and Zayn was quite shocking. It’s heartbreaking to see such talented individuals, who were once inseparable, drift apart.


Zayn Malik posted a heartfelt, candid message expressing gratitude towards his former bandmate Liam Payne, acknowledging the support Liam provided during his toughest periods, after Liam’s unexpected passing on Wednesday.

Sadly, the performer met an untimely end at the age of 31, on a Wednesday night, following his fall from a hotel balcony located in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Initially, Zayn Malik, a previous member of One Direction, acknowledged that they occasionally clashed, but he also expressed admiration for Liam and stated that with Liam’s passing, he felt like he had lost a brother, as he shared his thoughts following the singer’s demise.

2015 saw Zayn leaving the group, expressing concerns about stress and desiring to live as an ordinary 22-year-old. Over time, there have been moments when his views didn’t align with Liam’s.

On Thursday night, Zayn posted on Instagram: “I’ve been talking as if you could hear me, Liam, wishing we could’ve had more talks in our lifetimes. It seems there were just too many missed conversations between us.

Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'

Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'

‘I never got to thank you for supporting me through some of the most difficult times in my life.

As a 17-year-old, when I felt homesick, you were always there to offer encouragement with your optimistic demeanor and comforting grin. You made it clear that we were friends and that I was cherished.

Despite your youth, you consistently displayed a level of wisdom beyond your years, while I was often impulsive. You possessed a strong-willed, independent nature and weren’t afraid to challenge others when you believed they were mistaken.

‘Even though we butted heads because of this a few times, I always secretly respected you for it.

In terms of the music, Liam, your expertise far surpassed mine in every aspect. I was essentially a beginner, with minimal knowledge and no practical experience, while you had already established yourself as a seasoned professional.

I’ve always appreciated that, regardless of whatever unfolded on stage, I could count on you to navigate us through, showing us the right course every time.

As a lifestyle guide, I find myself reflecting on the profound impact of your departure. If only I could embrace you once more, offer a heartfelt farewell, and express my deep-seated love and admiration for you one last time. The value of such a moment is beyond measure.

I’ll hold dear every memory we shared, engraved deep within me for eternity. There simply aren’t words enough to express or convey what I’m feeling at this moment – it transcends mere sorrow; I am deeply and profoundly heartbroken.

Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'
Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'

I wish for your wellbeing and serenity no matter where you currently find yourself. May you always feel the warmth of love. Wishing you love, my friend.

Meanwhile someone close to Zayn revealed the star ‘in absolute bits’ following Liam’s shock death.

An American music producer, who is currently collaborating with Zayn Malik (formerly of One Direction), shared with DailyMail.com on an exclusive basis that Zayn was left stunned upon learning about Liam Payne’s unexpected demise.

At this point in time, they mentioned that Zayn’s close ones prefer he isn’t on his own. As a result, he currently has friends all around him.

‘Zayn was told in the early hours of this morning and has been in absolute bits,’ they said. 

He’s utterly shocked, and they’ve reached out to the family of Liam to express sympathy and lend a helping hand.

‘People close to Zayn don’t want him to be alone at the moment, so he is surrounded by friends.’

It’s been some time since Zayn and Liam last talked, as they’ve had disagreements between them in the past.

According to the source, they maintained mutual respect while keeping a safe distance. They didn’t hold malice towards one another, but their perspectives on various matters were fundamentally different.

‘But they both felt that they had been exploited in the music industry.’

DailyMail.com has reached out to Zayn for comment. 

In 2010, Zayn and Liam found themselves joining forces with Harry Styles, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson to form One Direction. This dynamic quintet had initially auditioned for The X Factor as individual artists.

Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'
Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'
Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but boast about how my beloved group skyrocketed to fame! They dropped an incredible five studio albums that had everyone hooked, ruling the music scene, shattering charts, setting new records left and right, and embarking on countless sold-out world tours. It’s been one epic ride!

Back in 2015, Zayn made headlines by departing from the band. In an interview the following year, he shared that he felt particularly close to Liam when asked about his relationships with his ex-bandmates.

As far as I’m concerned, Liam remains my closest friend. We often chat over the phone. He was kind enough to compliment me on my latest single, which meant a lot to me. Similarly, I had praised him for his Brit Award win when it happened.

By the year 2022, it felt like the bond between us was fraying. During a podcast interview, Liam candidly admitted, “I’ve got quite a few gripes with Zayn.

‘But there are many reasons why I’ll always always be on his side,’ he added.

At the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires’ Palermo district, it was confirmed that Liam had tragically passed away following his fall from the third floor, which measured approximately 45 feet, into the hotel courtyard.

Authorities said he died instantly from multiple injuries, including a fractured skull. 

Previously, there were warnings about a potentially violent individual at the hotel, suspected to be under the influence of either drugs or alcohol, leading to the involvement of law enforcement.

A hotel worker made two calls, saying in the first: ‘We have a guest who’s off his head on drugs and is destroying everything in his room. We need someone to come.’

Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'
Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'
Zayn Malik shares refreshingly honest tribute to bandmate Liam Payne as he admits they 'butted heads' but praises him for 'helping him through his darkest times'

Subsequently, he called back with this remark: “I’m uncertain whether the guest’s life could be at risk. The room includes a balcony, and we are worried he may take some harmful actions.

As a fervent admirer, I can’t help but share this intriguing tale. It seems that in an unprecedented moment, I found myself witnessing the extraordinary spectacle of Liam behaving uncharacteristically oddly within the hotel lobby. In what appeared to be a burst of frustration, he shattered his laptop! The local media then reported that he had to be gently guided back to his room, presumably due to this unexpected outburst. Quite a twist, isn’t it?

The singer’s family told DailyMail.com afterwards that they are ‘utterly devastated’ by his death.

They expressed deep sorrow. Liam’s memory will be cherished within us, not just for his kind-heartedness, humor, and bravery, but also for the warmth of his spirit. This was conveyed in their official announcement.

At present, our family is standing together, offering mutual aid during these challenging times. We kindly request that you respect our privacy and give us some room to process our feelings.

Earlier this month, Liam traveled to Argentina to watch his former bandmate, Niall, perform at a concert, accompanied by his partner, Kate Cassidy.

Two days back, she shared a TikTok video expressing that she had to return home, which left her on her own in the South American nation.

His shock passing comes days after his ex-fiancée Maya Henry started legal proceedings against him.

Last week, it’s said that she delivered legal documents, known as “cease and desist,” to Liam, following her claims that he had been persistently reaching out to her.

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