Niall Horan honors late Liam Payne with new song

Niall Horan has spoken publicly about his grief and fond memories following the death of his former One Direction bandmate, Liam Payne. Payne died in October 2024 at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

In a recent interview, Horan reflected on having seen Payne in Argentina just weeks before his death, noting that he is thankful his final memory of his friend is a happy one. Horan said the loss still feels surreal and that their friendship remained a lasting bond. He described a grief that contains both sadness and joy, often finding himself laughing at random memories they shared, from silly moments in hotels to surfing trips in Australia.

Horan remains in contact with Payne's family, stating that all their families have stayed connected since the tragedy. He also acknowledged the shared sense of loss felt by fans.

As a tribute, Horan has included a song titled "End of an Era" on his upcoming solo album, "Dinner Party," which is scheduled for release. He believes the track is one Payne would have liked, citing his bandmate's taste for emotive music similar to that of Coldplay or the One Direction song "You & I."