Liam Payne’s Family Issue Statement After Singer’s Shocking Death: “We Are Heartbroken”

Liam Payne‘s family has issued an emotional statement in the wake of the singer’s shocking death last night (October 16).

As reported, tragedy struck when the One Direction singer fell from the third-floor balcony at his hotel in Buenos, Argentina. The circumstances of which have yet to definitively be confirmed.

He was just 31.

With an outpouring of emotion from fans and Pop peers alike, Payne’s family has broken their silence.

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The Paynes’ statement read:

“We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul.

We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space at this awful time.”

Payne is survived by his seven-year-old son, Bear, who he shares with UK singer Cheryl Cole.

He is also mourned by his father, mother, and two older sisters.