The sudden death of former One Direction member Liam Payne shocked the entertainment world, leaving fellow stars devastated, including an artist he once collaborated with on a major project.
Tributes from fellow stars continue to pour in as the entertainment world mourns the loss of Liam Payne, who tragically died at 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on October 16.
Music producer Zedd was heartbroken and shared his grief on X (formerly Twitter) even though he couldn’t believe the news.
TV personality and DJ Paris Hilton also expressed sadness as she ended her tweet with “RIP my friendš„ŗ.”
More musicians honored Payne with heartfelt condolences. Rapper Flavor Flav kept his message short but heartfelt acknowledging that the musician was too young to die.
British DJ and songwriter Jonas Blue also said farewell on the same platform as he posted a picture of himself and Payne.
Anne Twist, Harry Styles’ mother, reacted to Payne’s death with a heartbroken emoji on a black background on Instagram. In her caption, she wrote, “Just a boy ā¦ š.”
Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth shared his heartbreak on his Instagram (IG) Story as he reminisced about the kind of person Payne was to him.
In another IG Story, an upset Puth shared an old photo of him and Payne smiling at each other.
Just weeks before his passing, the late English musician supported Niall Horan by attending the Irish singer and songwriter’s concert on October 3.
Payne was excited to go to the concert and shared a Snapchat photo of Horan performing, captured from the large screen.
In another picture he shared, he captured the audience with their phones held up and the purple-lit stage as he was proud of his friend.
He also shared a backstage photo with Horan, where Payne wore a dark-colored jacket over a light-colored t-shirt while his famous pal sported a striped shirt. Both looked in good spirits.
Before attending Horan’s concert, Payne had celebrated his 31st birthday on August 29. He wrote about his simple wish for the day in a post as he walked alone on the street in a gray hoodie.
While tributes continue to pour in, authorities are still investigating the circumstances of Payne’s tragic death. According to TMZ, Payne fell from the third-floor balcony of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel.
Earlier that day, hotel staff called emergency services after he was reportedly acting erratically in the lobby, smashing a laptop and needing to be carried back to his room.
Alberto Crescenti, the director of Buenos Aires Emergency Medical Services, told ABC News that emergency services arrived at 5:11 p.m., just a few minutes after the hotel’s call. Unfortunately, there was no possibility of saving Payne, whose identity was only confirmed after he was pronounced dead.
Crescenti added that Payne’s body was found in the hotel’s inner courtyard. He further explained to the local media outlet TN that the singer fell from a height of 13 to 14 meters (42 to 45 feet) and described his injuries as “very serious” and “incompatible with life.”
Before the incident, Payne traveled to Argentina with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, for a vacation besides attending Horan’s concert. However, his girlfriend reportedly left on October 14, while Payne remained behind.
With his recent death, Payne is survived by his son, Bear, whom he shares with singer Cheryl Cole. The couple confirmed they were expecting their first child in November 2016, with Bear born in 2017.
In a 2018 interview, Payne discussed the joys and challenges of fatherhood. He said, “I always wanted to be a young dad, but I didn’t really expect that I’d ever be in this place.”
Payne also humorously referred to himself as “Dada Montana” as he balanced his music career with being a parent. Before becoming a dad, he gained fame at 16 when he joined the One Direction boy band.
The group was launched on “The X Factor,” alongside Niall Horan, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik. Payne played a key role in their global success until the band disbanded in 2015.
The entertainment industry continues to mourn the loss of a beloved artist, with fellow stars remembering his talent and kindness. Our prayers go out to his family and all the fans who loved him.
Elderly Woman Quits Job after Quarrel with Director, He Appears on Her Doorstep a Month Later ā Story of the Day
Linda worked her entire life as an accountant for a major firm, and she was still the best employee at her age. But she wanted to retire, something the director refused. She asked for an extended vacation, which was denied, and thatās when she finally decided to quit. However, the director showed up at her doorstep with a shocking suggestion.
āMr. Salinger, Iāve been working for over 40 years. I think I have earned my retirement by now,ā Linda told her boss in the accountant firm she had dedicated her life to.
āNo, Linda. We canāt do that yet. You canāt do that to us. You canāt leave the company without a proper replacement for you. Itās just not possible,ā Mr. Salinger replied, shaking his head at her suggestion.
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Although Linda was the best employee in the firm, she truly needed to retire now. It was harder for her to learn all the advanced computer programs coming out now, and focusing on a screen was damaging her eyesight. She had headaches all the time and tired quickly. It was time for her to rest, especially because she had missed so much of her life working there.
Her firm demanded the most out of everybody that worked there. Linda was a hugely ambitious woman who wanted the very best for her family. Therefore, she invested double the hours and worked to become the number one employee in the company. And she had kept that spot for decades.
But now, the director, Mr. Salinger, told her to stay, and she complied again with his orders.
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Unfortunately, Linda was overwhelmed with work and sad that Mr. Salinger had not supported her retirement. Her children and husband, Thomas, noticed this and decided to plan several weekend outings.
Linda spent time with her grandchildren at barbecues, the Richmond County fair in their hometown in Staten Island, and they even spent some time in New York visiting touristy spots.
One weekend, her husband surprised her with several tickets for a planned trip to Europe in the summer. They were interchangeable, so all she needed was to arrange her vacation time at work to enjoy it fully.
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That was the perfect solution. If Mr. Salinger wouldnāt let her retire, he had to give her a decent vacation time this year. After all, she had not taken a long break for many years. She was due.
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āAbsolutely not! Thatās too much time. We need you here, Linda. I thought we had already discussed this,ā Mr. Salinger stated, throwing some papers on his desk and looking at Linda in disappointment.
āMr. Salinger, Iām due for a long vacation after all my years of hard work. We talked about retiring and you told me you couldnāt allow it. A vacation is only a month. Thatās nothing,ā Linda countered, her hands together in a begging gesture.
āI already told you my answer. Itās final!ā her boss said and started typing on his computer, which was usually her cue to leave. But Linda had had enough. She looked at her bossās face and felt a deep sadness. After all these years, this was how he treated her.
āFine. I quit then. Effective immediately,ā Linda said in the calmest voice possible. She didnāt have time to enjoy watching Mr. Salingerās jaw hit the floor as she stormed out of his office. She went straight to her desk and picked up a few of her trinkets, photo frames, and purse. She was done.
āLinda! You canāt leave! You canāt quit!ā Mr. Salinger yelled as she approached the elevator. The entire office turned to look at them in curiosity.
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āGoodbye, everyone!ā Linda waved to her co-workers. āIām officially retiring today!ā
āFINE! GO THEN! WE CAN HIRE ANYONE TO DO YOUR JOB! ITāS THE EASIEST IN THE COMPANY! GO! YOU UNGRATEFUL OLD WOMAN!ā
Lindaās co-workers had started to applaud but stopped when Mr. Salinger began yelling. She paid him no mind. She got in that elevator and left with a smile. She was free.
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A month later, Linda was busy in her room trying to decide what to pack for Europe. She and her husband were leaving in a few days and would be traveling for at least two months. It was going to be amazing, but she needed to have wardrobe choices.
The doorbell rang. She walked to the door and was surprised to be greeted by Mr. Salingerās saddened eyes.
āMr. Salinger, what are you doing here?ā she asked, shocked by his visit.
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āLinda, Iām here because we need you. The company needs you. We hired a younger person, and she doesnāt know how to do anything. Weāre desperate without you,ā Mr. Salinger begged, his face showing his anguish.
āI thought anyone could do my job,ā Linda quipped.
āPlease! Donāt make me beg. We need you back. I can offer you a raise and that vacation time you asked for,ā Mr. Salinger insisted, looking like he was about to bend to his knees.
But Linda shook her head. āThereās no money in the world that will make me go back to work, Mr. Salinger. I asked for very little from you over these decades. I was the best employee, and you still treated me like trash. I wasted so much time and missed many milestones in my familyās life. Now, itās time to enjoy the fruits of my labor. I now know that work doesnāt matter. Spending time with your loved ones does. Goodbye, Mr. Salinger, and good luck,ā she added calmly.
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Mr. Salingerās shoulders hunched, and Linda closed the door on his face.
What can we learn from this story?
- Donāt waste your whole life on a job.Ā The truth is that a company will replace you easily if something happens, so donāt dedicate your life to it.
- Treat your employees well.Ā Some employers donāt learn how valuable their employees are until itās too late.
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