Former One Direction member Liam Payne’s ex-girlfriend Cheryl Cole has spoken out about the grief she is feeling following his tragic death. Payne passed away on October 16 after falling from a balcony in a hotel in Buenos Aires at the age of 31. The couple first met in 2008 when Payne auditioned for “The X Factor” and Cole was a judge on the show. They started dating in 2016 and welcomed their son Bear in 2017 before breaking up in 2018. Despite their split, they maintained a good co-parenting relationship.
In a heartfelt statement on Instagram, Cole described the pain of losing someone who was not only a pop star but also a son, brother, uncle, friend, and father to their son. She expressed concerns about media exploitation and asked for respect and grace during this difficult time. Cole shared a black-and-white photo of Payne with their son, highlighting the devastating loss their family is experiencing.
Fans have flooded social media with messages of support for Cole and her son, expressing condolences and sympathy for their loss. Payne’s death has left a void in the music industry and in the hearts of those who knew him, and Cole’s emotional tribute serves as a reminder of the impact of his passing on those closest to him.
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