English singer Cheryl Cole has publicly expressed her grief following the tragic death of her ex-boyfriend, Liam Payne, who passed away on October 16 after falling 45 feet from a third-floor balcony at the CasaSur Palmero Hotel in Argentina.
Cheryl and Liam, former members of One Direction, were in a relationship for two years and welcomed their son, Bear, in March 2017. The couple announced their split in July 2018, but they remained co-parents.
In an emotional Instagram post, Cheryl shared a touching tribute to Liam, reflecting on the profound loss. Accompanying a photo of Liam with their son, she wrote:
"As I try to navigate this earth-shattering event, and work through my own grief at this indescribably painful time, I'd like to kindly remind everyone that we have lost a human being. Liam was not only a pop star and celebrity; he was a son, a brother, an uncle, a dear friend, and a father to our seven-year-old son. A son that now has to face the reality of never seeing his father again."
Cheryl’s heartfelt message underscores the personal impact of Liam's death, emphasizing the need to remember him as more than just a celebrity but as a beloved family member and friend.