Liam Payne's 'Heartbroken' Family Speaks Out After Singer's Death at 31: 'Will Forever Live in Our Hearts'

Liam Payne’s family is “heartbroken” following the singer’s sudden death at age 31. In a statement to multiple outlets including theBBCandPA Media, the formerOne Directionmember’s family addressed their loss, saying “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,” they continued, per the BBC.

Liam Payne's 2 Siblings: All About His Sisters Nicola and Ruth

Liam Payne attends the World Premiere of ‘One Direction: This Is Us 3D’ at Empire Leicester Square on August 20, 2013 in London, England.Photo:Dave M. Benett/WireImage Dave M. Benett/WireImage Liam Paynehad two special fans in his life: his sisters, Nicola and Ruth. The formerOne Directionmember, who died on Oct. 16 afterfalling from a hotel balcony, grew up in Wolverhampton, England, with his two siblings. Born on Aug. 29, 1993, Liam was the youngest of the three, but they all grew up with a special bond.

Liam Payne's Dating History: All About the Late Singer's Past Girlfriends — and What They've Said Since His Shocking Death

English singer Liam Payne and US actor Katie Cassidy pose on the red carpet upon arrival at The 2022 Fashion Awards in London on December 5, 2022 ; Cheryl and Liam Payne attend The BRIT Awards 2018 Red Carpet, The O2, London.Photo:DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty; JMEnternational/Getty DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty; JMEnternational/Getty Liam Paynehad a number of famous relationships before hissudden death at 31 years old. TheOne Directionsinger died on Oct. 16 afterfalling from a hotel balconyin Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Liam Payne's Fear of Spoons, 1D's Red Nose Day Antics and More Memories Fans Are Sharing Following the Singer's Death

One Direction for Red Nose Day in 2015.Photo:Comic Relief/Getty Comic Relief/Getty As tributes pour in for the singer — who, along withHarry Styles,Zayn Malik,Niall HoranandLouis Tomlinson, rose to fame after joining together on the U.K.’sX Factorin 2010 — many Directioners have united on social media with nods to favorite songs, moments and lyrics that are bringing them comfort in a time of tragedy. Payne died on Oct. 16 after falling from the third floor of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Liam Payne's Former School Says Community Is 'Deeply Saddened' Over Death: 'His Contributions Will Be Remembered'

Liam Payne in London on Jan. 12, 2018.Photo:Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Liam Payne’s former secondary school is paying tribute to the singer following his death. In aFacebook postshared on their official page Thursday, Oct. 17, St Peter’s Collegiate Academy said that the school’s community is “deeply saddened to learn of the suddenpassing of our former student, Liam Payne.” The Wolverhampton, England-based school also included a Bible verse: “Above everything, love one another earnestly.