Liam Payne was known as a solo singer and member of One Direction. We’re honoring the late music artist by looking back at his best photos. Liam Payne rose to fame when competing on The X Factor.

He originally auditioned in 2008 when he was 14 but did not make it through. When he auditioned again, he was put in a group with Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan , and Zayn Malik to make up what would become One Direction. The group went on to get third place on the show but continued making music afterward, becoming a worldwide success.

Liam himself is credited with writing many of One Direction’s songs. After the band decided to go on an indefinite hiatus in 2015, Liam pursued a solo career, working with artists such as Rita Ora, Zedd, Quavo , and more. Unfortunately, Liam’s life was cut short when he tragically died in October 2024.

Scroll through to see more pics of Liam. Liam Payne at Wembley Liam looked dapper in a leather jacket, a button down shirt, and tailored pants at the WE Day UK event at Wembley Arena in London on March 6, 2019. Liam Payne And Kate Cassidy Make Out Liam Payne and Kate Cassidy locked lips after departing their luxury yacht in France on July 22, 2023.

The photos came mnths after they were reported to have broken up. Liam Payne & Kate Cassidy Enjoy Luxury Yacht Trip Liam Payne and his girlfriend Kate Cassidy were seen on a luxury yacht in Saint-Tropez, France on July 22, 2023. Liam’s fresh chest tattoo could be seen as Kate followed behi.