The relationship between Louis Tomlinson and Liam Payne has been complex and has evolved over time, especially after the disbandment of One Direction. After a period of being distant, they reunited as they did when they were teenagers.
The 31-year-old singer, who passed away this Wednesday, October 16, in Argentina after falling from the third floor of a hotel, used to support his former bandmate, such as when he released his documentary “All of Those Voices”.
Despite the ups and downs they have had in the past, both have shown affection and respect. In several interviews, Tomlinson has referred to Payne as a “brother” and has emphasized how important their friendship is to him.
Louis Tomlinson says goodbye to Liam Payne
Louis Tomlinson expressed his deep sadness following the tragic death of Liam Payne, whom he described as a brother. In an emotional tribute on Instagram, he recalled their friendship and the impact he had on his life.
There, he not only expressed gratitude for the closeness they developed after One Direction and lamented not having one last chance to say goodbye, but he also promised to be a support in Payne’s son’s life.
Check out the heartfelt farewell message his bandmate and friend wrote for the singer:
“I am beyond devastated to be writing this but yesterday I lost a brother. Liam was somebody I looked up to everyday, such a positive, funny, and kind soul. I first met Liam when he was 16 and I was 18, I was instantly amazed by his voice but more importantly as time went on I got a chance to see the kind brother I’d longed all my life for.
Liam was an incredible song writer with a great sense of melody, we often spoke of getting back in the studio together to try and recreate the writing chemistry we had built up in the band. And for the record, Liam was in my opinion the most vital part of One Direction. His experience from a young age, his perfect pitch, his stage presence, his gift for writing. The list goes on. Thank you for shaping us Liam.
A message to you Liam if you’re listening,
I feel beyond lucky to have had you in my life but I’m really struggling with the idea of saying goodbye. I’m so grateful that we got even closer since the band, speaking on the phone for hours , reminiscing about all the thousands of amazing memories we had together is a luxury I thought I’d have with you for life. I would have loved to share the stage with you again but it wasn’t to be.
I want you to know that if Bear ever needs me I will be the Uncle he needs in his life and tell him stories of how amazing his dad was. I wish I got chance to say goodbye and tell you one more time how much I loved you. Payno, my boy, one of my best friends, my brother, I love you mate. Sleep well X“.
