Liam Payne fans are recognizing the tragic connection between the One Direction song and the star’s heartbreaking death

Shocked fans, former colleagues, family and friends flooded social media with sad tributes to Liam Payne after news of his death broke.

Harry Styles’ mother Anne was one of the first from the One Direction camp to share her reaction, posting a photo of Liam and writing “Just a boy…” alongside a broken heart emoji.

Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden shared a picture of the couple with the words: “Such a terrible tragedy.”

“Sending love to his family and everyone who loved him.”

“X Factor” star Olly Murs told fans he was “devastated” and “lost for words.”

He wrote on social media: “Liam shared the same passions as me, the same dreams. It hits me hard to see his life end so young now. I am truly disappointed and devastated for his family and of course his son Bear who has lost a father x.” “.

Liam Gallagher said he was “very sad” and told his followers on X: “Life is precious children, you can only do it once, take it easy.”

Former X Factor presenter Dermot O’Leary has also expressed his shock and commented on This Morning.

He said: “I remember him turning up to audition for The X Factor as a 14-year-old and blowing us away with his Sinatra singing. He just loved to sing.

“He was always a joy, had time for everyone, was polite, grateful and always humble.”

BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball responded to the “devastating news” on her show, telling fans that she gave her own son Woody a big hug this morning.

JLS band member Marvin Humes reflected on his memories with the singer and shared: “I first met Liam in 2008 with the JLS boys when I was auditioning for X Factor. He was 14 years old.”

“We liked it straight away and looked at him like a little brother. That year it worked out for us, but not for him, and then two years later he went back to audition and One Direction was born. The rest is history.”

“Completely heartbroken by the tragic news. Liam, you wanted to be a global superstar and you made it, brother. I just can’t believe things ended like this. It’s shocking. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family and friends brother..RIP.”

Niall Horan’s brother Greg paid an emotional tribute to Liam, praising him as “a first class young man”.

He added: “You will be missed forever. Liam, words cannot describe how much I want to hold my brother and take care of him while the world shows its memories of you, him and the boys.”

“My condolences go out to the parents and sisters of your family, your son Bear and your 1D brothers.

“On October 10th we met and started that evening as 5 families into one big 1D family. Thanks for all the laughs, bro. Take care and take care of your whole family, lots of love, child xxx 1D 4 LIFE xxx”

German DJ Anton Zaslavskialso known as Zedd, has reached out to X with a devastating statement.

The producer, who worked with Liam on his 2017 hit “Get Low”, wrote: “RIP Liam… I can’t believe this is real… absolutely heartbreaking…”

American singer, Charlie Puthwho was friends with Liam and also collaborated with him on a song called “Bedroom Floor,” posted a series of Instagram stories dedicated to him.

Commenting on the photos of the two together when they were younger, Charlie wrote: “I’m in shock right now. Liam was always so nice to me.”

“He was one of the first great artists I had the opportunity to work with. I can’t believe he’s gone…

“I’m so upset right now, may he rest in peace. I am so sorry …”

The Irish singing duo Jedward also took to social media and said: “RIP Liam Payne. Condolences to friends and family.”

In another tweet, they added: “Sending strength to Cheryl and his son Bear. And to the entire One Direction family. RIP Liam Payne.”

American media personality Paris Hilton shared: “It is so disturbing to hear the news of Liam Payne’s death. I send love and condolences to his family and loved ones. RIP my friend.”

ITV weather presenter Alex Beresford shared a news video about Liam’s tragic death on Instagram, adding: “I can’t believe this! RIP Liam.”

In the meantime Love Island star Molly Marsh written: “I am so surprised, rest in peace.”

James Cordon He also paid his own tribute, describing the star as a “loving and kind soul.”

The Gavin and Stacey actor wrote on Instagram: “Talking about Liam in the past tense is absolutely heartbreaking.”

“I will cherish the moments I was able to spend with him. My thoughts are with his family today x.”

Payne previously appeared on Cordon’s The Late Late Show in America.

Former Little Mix star Jade Thirwall – who won the X Factor with her bandmates a year after One Direction took part – described him as “the first friend I made in this industry”.

She said: “We lost touch over the years, but in 2008 he was the first friend I made in this industry.”

“We are both so young, so ambitious and we both hoped we could make it. I hope you are at peace now.”

Camila Cabello described his death as a “tragedy” and said he “made an impression” on her when she was a young girl.