Liam Payne, the British songwriter who’s a part of the band One Direction, has had countless songs that impacted the globe, such as “What Makes You Beautiful,” “Story of My Life,” and “Best Song Ever.” Liam Payne’s death affected millions across the globe. When fans heard the news, hundreds of them gathered in London’s Hyde Park to pay tribute to his life, leaving flowers, artwork, and poster boards of his work. 

Memories of photos shared by the band members were plastered all over his memorial site as well. The news hit globally in different places, such as Sweden, where smaller memorials were held, and people shared their condolences. A quote shared with BBC by his family stated, “Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny, and brave soul.” 

Band members Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson shared their condolences on Instagram, claiming they will need some time to process the death of their beloved brother and that the memories of them together will be treasured forever. Liam Payne and his contributions to his band will forever be remembered and honored by his fans who mourn his death.