6 Headlines Everybody Talked About This Week: Liam Payne Found Dead, Taylor Swift Injured, MJ’s Son Spotted, & More
- Liam Payne’s cause of death was revealed after he was found dead at 31.
- Cher & her younger boyfriend sparked talks at the Victoria’s Secret fashion show.
- Meghan Markle’s “wrinkled” outfit became the center of attention at a solo outing.
- Brooklyn Beckham’s wife, Nicola Peltz, faced backlash for her pantless outfit.
- Taylor Swift ignited concerns after fans saw her “insane” injury.
- Michael Jackson’s son made a rare public appearance, causing discussion about his looks.
This week’s digest is packed with buzzworthy headlines! From the heartbreaking news of One Direction’s Liam Payne’s untimely passing to Cher turning heads with her younger beau at the Victoria’s Secret fashion show, and Meghan Markle stirring conversations with her latest outfit choice—there’s plenty to catch up on. Dive in for all the details and more!
What Did Official Reports Say after Liam Payne Was Found Dead in Argentina?
Liam Payne died after falling from the third floor of his hotel in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024. Medical professionals who attended to him on the scene have revealed the cause of his death.
Read more: Details of 911 call before Liam Payne fell to his death revealed, family pay tribute
Liam Payne attends the Grand Reveal Weekend for Atlantis The Royal, Dubai’s new ultra-luxury hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on January 21, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Payne died instantly after his fall due to multiple injuries, including a fractured skull. Buenos Aires emergency services chief, Alberto Crescenti shared that his team got to the scene as fast as possible to give him medical attention and resuscitate him but they couldn’t as he had died due to the severity of his state.
Liam Payne arrives at the “All Of Those Voices” UK Premiere at Cineworld Leicester Square in London, England, on March 16, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
“Based on what the team saw, there was apparently a cranial fracture and extremely serious injuries that led to his immediate death,” he explained.
Liam Payne attends the New Nobu Opening during the Atlantis, The Royal Grand Reveal Weekend, a new ultra-luxury resort in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on January 20, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Crescenti confirmed that Liam Payne had fallen into the hotel’s internal patio but did not address claims regarding his possible intoxication or drug use. He emphasized that authorities were still waiting for the autopsy results and advised against making premature conclusions.
Liam Payne attends Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball 2019 at The O2 Arena in London, England, on December 7, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
Just minutes before his death, Payne posted a Snapchat photo featuring himself and his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, as they looked into a mirror.
Liam Payne and Kate Cassidy attend the Grand Reveal Weekend for Atlantis The Royal, Dubai’s new ultra-luxury hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on January 21, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
After his death, his body stayed at the hotel for over three hours before it was taken away at 8:38 p.m. local time. He was transported to a city morgue on Viamonte Street last night (October 16), located about a 15-minute drive southwest of the boutique hotel.
Forensic workers take the body of British singer Liam Payne on a fire van from the hotel where he died in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Pathologists in Buenos Aires are scheduled to perform a post-mortem on October 17, 2024, to begin addressing questions about the singer’s untimely death. They will also test for signs of alcohol or drug use before the incident at the CasaSur Palermo hotel.
A man stands near the hotel where British singer Liam Payne died in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Although officials have not provided a timeline for the test results, local reports suggest it could take between 10 to 15 days. The prosecutor leading the investigation into Payne’s death has been identified as Andrés Esteban Madrea.
If it is confirmed that narcotics were found in the singer’s hotel room and contributed to his death, authorities are likely to investigate who provided the drugs, with a potential prosecution to follow.
Liam Payne of music group One Direction performs onstage in Los Angeles, California, on December 4, 2015 | Source: Getty Images
While many details remain unclear, several Argentinian newspapers have published photos from inside Payne’s deluxe suite. The images revealed a burnt fizzy drink can, traces of a white powder, and pieces of aluminum foil on the desk. A crumpled, burnt piece of aluminum foil was also found in the bathroom, and the TV screen in the room had been shattered.
More information about the tragic night has emerged, including the details of a distressing 911 call made by a panicked hotel manager requesting immediate assistance prior to Payne’s death.