Former One Direction member Liam Payne has died after reportedly falling from a balcony in Argentina, multiple outlets confirmed on Wednesday.
The Associated Press reported that Payne was found after falling from the third floor balcony and into a courtyard of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires. Officials at the scene declined to comment regarding whether they believed the fall had been intentional or accidental in nature.
Local authorities also confirmed that there would be an autopsy and a full investigation into the circumstances of Payne’s death. He was in Argentina to watch his former bandmate, Niall Horan, perform.
Shortly after the news broke, tributes began to flood X for the late singer.
“We are extremely shocked and heartbroken to hear this news. Sending our love to his family, friends and fans around the world,” I Heart Radio posted.
BREAKING: Liam Payne has died at the…
