The tragic loss of Liam Payne continues to resonate worldwide as his family prepares for a private funeral in Wolverhampton this week. The event, which marks the end of an international mourning period, has been overshadowed by tensions surrounding the attendance of Rogelio “Roger” Nores, a former associate of the late singer. According to reports, Nores will not be present at the ceremony due to his connection to the ongoing investigation into Liam’s untimely death.
Nores, an Argentinian businessman, was with Liam in the hours leading up to his passing at the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on October 16. While Nores has denied any involvement and stated that he provided a witness statement to authorities, sources suggest that his relationship with Liam had been contentious in recent years. Despite the pair reconnecting before the Argentina trip, Liam’s family reportedly felt uncomfortable inviting Nores to the service, citing strained opinions about his role in Liam’s life.
A source shared that the family wants the funeral to proceed peacefully without any distractions:
> “Liam’s family want his funeral to go off without a hitch and right now opinions are strained when it comes to Roger.”
The private service will be attended by close family and friends, including Liam’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, and his former One Direction bandmates Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson. This intimate gathering will honor Liam’s legacy as a global pop icon and beloved son of Wolverhampton.
While the investigation into Liam’s death continues in Argentina, with charges brought against three suspects, the family remains focused on celebrating his life and the joy he brought to millions. The exclusion of Nores from the funeral underscores the family’s desire for a respectful and harmonious tribute to their loved one.
