Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne’s tragic death aged 31 – four years after they briefly dated

Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated

As a seasoned music enthusiast and critic with decades of experience under my belt, I must say that Liam’s untimely demise has left an indelible void in the world of entertainment. Having had the privilege of witnessing some of the most extraordinary talents grace our stages, it is with a heavy heart that I write about this tragic loss.


Naomi Campbell finally speaks out regarding Liam Payne’s passing, a development that occurred four years following their brief four-month romance.

54-year-old supermodel once dated a 25-year-old Liam in the year 2014, however, their relationship naturally ended in April 2019.

On Friday, Naomi finally spoke up, leaving a remark on the photos that Nicole Scherzinger had shared earlier that day.

She shared dove emojis, a broken heart symbol and prayer hands in a heartfelt comment. 

Previously, The Mirror reported that Liam and Naomi parted ways on good terms. They shared many enjoyable moments, their personalities meshed well, and they often found themselves laughing together. However, fate seemed to have other plans for them.

Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated

Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated
Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated
Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated

‘They are going to stay friends – there are no hard feelings with either of them.’

The whispers of a budding romantic relationship started as they ringed in the New Year together in Ghana.

Ever since they were found enjoying an extraordinary spell in London and New York, they have been engaging in playful interactions on their social media platforms, often leaving flirtatious comments.

Initially, it started out as what appeared to be an innocent exchange of friendly gestures on Instagram – liking and adding thoughtful comments under each other’s intriguing content. I found myself drawn in by the connection.

Liam described her as ‘perfection in a person’, with her branding him ‘a beautiful soul’.

Naomi’s comment comes on the day that it was revealed that Nicole was texting Liam on the day he died, although it’s not clear what was said. 

The artist, aged 46, played a crucial role in forming One Direction when she served as a judge on The X Factor in 2010. She has expressed that she will always hold dear and value the moments they spent together.

Last week, Liam, aged 31, tragically passed away following a fall of approximately 45 feet from the third level onto the courtyard at Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires. This sad news has left music enthusiasts worldwide deeply saddened.

Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated
Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated
Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated

Sharing a joyful photo on Instagram with Liam and Kelly Rowland, Nicole wrote: “Dearest Liam, the moments we’ve spent together over the past fifteen years, since the beginning of One Direction, I will always hold dear and keep close to my heart, even up until just a few weeks ago.

The threesome had wrapped filming for new Netflix show Building The Band just two months before his tragic death in Argentina.

She continued in her post: ‘It was such a blessing to get to work with you recently. We shared the same love and passion for music and I will forever remember the meaningful and joyful conversations we had.

It’s been incredibly difficult to accept that you are gone, yet I am thankful for the opportunity to have known your compassionate spirit, gentle disposition, and remarkable personality.

Your presence was a beacon of happiness, cheerfulness, and warmth for those who were fortunate enough to know you well. I’ll deeply miss you as my friend, and you’ll remain forever in my heart. At this difficult time, my sympathies extend to your loved ones.

While Nicole was commended by theater legend Andrew Lloyd Webber for maintaining her poise and performing on the opening night of Sunset Blvd on Broadway in New York, despite learning only hours earlier that Liam had tragically fallen from his hotel balcony.

As a die-hard fan, let me share my thoughts echoing Andrew’s words: There’s just something extraordinary about Nicole. When she’s dedicated to a project, she stands out as an exceptional teammate and a remarkable leader among the performers I admire most.

Additionally, let me add a point that might be new: She did guide Liam, a member of One Direction, in his journey.

On the fateful Wednesday when he passed away, she was still exchanging texts with him during that very day. Later that same evening, while at Sunset, she learned of his untimely demise.

Not only was it astounding that she appeared on the show, but she truly is a remarkable, remarkable individual.

Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated
Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated

‘She is without any question one of the finest performers I’ve ever worked with.’

It remains undecided about the continuation of Liam’s latest series on Netflix, as speculation arises after news that production concluded with three live episodes recorded before a studio audience at Aviva Studios in Manchester towards the end of August.

The program searches for gifted vocalists nationwide, then assembles them into teams according to their musical harmony, rapport, and worthiness.

Throughout the competition, the contestants maintain full autonomy at each stage. However, Liam Nicole, Kelly, and the rest of the judges are excitedly anticipating how each performer handles the stress of performing under the glare of stage lights, in front of cameras, with choreographed routines, and a live audience.

On Wednesday, Liam plunged 45 feet from a balcony on the third floor of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Later that day, medical professionals declared his unfortunate passing.

On September 30, the star and his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, touched down in South America. Instead of leaving Argentina after just five days as initially planned, they decided to extend their stay for a further two weeks.

Law enforcement was dispatched to the hotel due to allegations about a man displaying aggressive behavior, potentially influenced by substance abuse (either drugs or alcohol).

Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated
Naomi Campbell, 54, breaks her silence on Liam Payne's tragic death aged 31 - four years after they briefly dated

Not long after that, employees noticed a loud noise echoing through the hotel’s courtyard. It wasn’t until around 5 pm local time that the deceased singer, hailing from Wolverhampton, was found.

Astonished spectators congregated outside as law enforcement officials roped off the scene, allowing forensics personnel dressed in white hazmat suits and blue gloves to enter and leave.

According to local news outlets, the celebrity behaved strangely in the hotel lobby and ended up breaking his laptop. Subsequently, it was reported that he needed assistance to return to his room.

On a mind-blowing discovery, I’ve learned that on Monday, a toxicology report unveiled the presence of various substances within Liam – among them, the infamous ‘pink cocaine’. As an ardent fan, this revelation has me in a state of stunned fascination.

The Argentine authorities handling the investigation view this event as an “unresolved death.” They are still pursuing the drug dealer who allegedly provided the substances that led to the incident, in their ongoing investigation.

Initial findings from the toxicology examination on Liam’s body revealed traces of cocaine, benzodiazepines, crack cocaine, and what is known as “pink cocaine” – a mix of methamphetamine, ketamine, and MDMA.

Meanwhile, the laboratory analysis of the substances discovered in his luxury hotel room, including white powder, chemical crystals, and prescribed medications, are ongoing. However, the autopsy report on his body has already been finalized.

The investigation concluded that the singer met an immediate death due to numerous injuries sustained upon a fall of 45 feet from the third floor.

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