NEWSLiam Payne's Girlfriend Kate Cassidy Shares Somber Post on 1-Year Anniversary of His Tragic Death: 'I Will Forever Hate Goodbyes'
Kate Cassidy honored late boyfriend Liam Payne one year after he tragically died at age 31.
Oct. 16 2025, Published 2:56 p.m. ET
Kate Cassidy honored late boyfriend Liam Payne one year after his tragic death.
On Thursday, October 16, the social media star uploaded a black and white photo that showed the two lying in bed together. The One Direction alum had one arm wrapped around Cassidy and was kissing her cheek as she smiled and snapped the cute picture.
Kate Cassidy Marks 1 Year Since Liam Payne's Death
Kate Cassidy posted a cozy photo alongside Liam Payne on the one-year anniversary of his death.
"Today marks a full year without you here. I will forever hate goodbyes," she captioned the post. "I miss you Liam."
Fans and friends left sweet comments, with one writing, "He is always with you Kate❤️ love you always."
"We miss him 😭❤️," one fan penned, with another sharing, "He loves you so much. always will❤️ sending u hugs."
On Cassidy's Instagram Story, she shared another black and white photo that showed them bundled up on a cold day in the snow.
The Influencer Celebrated the Singer's Birthday
The pair started dating in late 2022.
The blonde beauty paid tribute to the British star in August on what would have been his 32nd birthday.
"My dearest Liam, it breaks my heart being that I can’t hand you a physical birthday card today. That I can’t hear your laugh, or tell you all the things I wish I’d said a thousand more times," Cassidy gushed. "I’ve been struggling to find the right words, but I’ll start with the most obvious, happy birthday."
"Today, you would have been 32. In your 31 years here on this earth you brought so much joy, happiness and hope to so many — especially to me," she continued. "I hope you know how brightly you still shine, even from up there."
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The singer died in October 2024 at age 31 after falling off a hotel balcony. He had also been battling addiction for several years.
"I miss making memories with you. I miss having things to look forward to together. But today, my birthday gift to you is my strength," she expressed. "I promise you I will celebrate you extra today, honor your life, and cherish the beautiful times we’ve had. August 29th will be a date that sits in my heart for the rest of my life. I love you so much. Yours, Katelyn."
How Did Liam Payne Die?
The One Direction alum had alcohol and several drugs in his system when he died.
As OK! reported, Payne died after he fell off his hotel balcony while vacationing in Bueno Aires, Argentina.
The "Get Low" crooner had been struggling with addiction for years, with the toxicology report revealing he had alcohol, pink cocaine, benzodiazepines and more substances in his system when he died. His cause of death was listed as "polytrauma."
After an investigation, multiple people were charged in connection with his death, though his friend Roger Nores had the manslaughter charges dropped.
The father-of-one — who shared son Bear with ex Cheryl Cole — was laid to rest in in Amersham, England, on November 20.
