Kate Cassidy, the girlfriend of the late Liam Payne, recently posted a heartfelt tribute to the One Direction star on TikTok, only to later remove it. The emotional video featured a compilation of intimate moments shared between the couple during their two-year relationship, following Liam’s tragic death at 31.
The social media influencer, 25, shared clips that showed their joyful times together, set to the song “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star. These moments included lighthearted scenes of them laughing, hugging, and enjoying trips together. One touching video showed Liam lifting Kate in an affectionate gesture, while another captured the pair smiling during a cozy cabin retreat. Other clips highlighted their time on a ski trip and visits to a bowling alley, as well as quieter moments like cuddling in bed and dancing in a bathroom.
Kate and Liam started their relationship in October 2022. In the days before his untimely death, they had been in Argentina to attend a concert by Niall Horan. The tribute also revealed a deeply personal memory where Kate reflected on their dreams for the future. She shared a note Liam had written, expressing his hope that they would marry within the year and remain together forever. Kate poignantly stated, “I know we’ll be together forever, but not in the way that we planned.” She added that she would carry their memories and dreams with her always, as she now has a guardian angel in Liam.
Just days before Liam’s death, Kate had returned to their Miami home while he stayed behind in Argentina to renew his U.S. visa. She had shared her homesickness with her followers, revealing that a planned five-day trip had unexpectedly turned into a two-week stay. Shortly after, Liam tragically passed away following a fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Kate was present at his funeral in Buckinghamshire in November, where she was joined by close family and friends, including his One Direction bandmates.
The death of the singer has led to legal proceedings in Argentina, where three individuals have been charged in connection with the incident. The charges include abandonment and facilitating drug use, as it was reported that Liam was under the influence at the time of his fall. In addition, the prosecutors confirmed that Liam was in a state of diminished consciousness when the accident occurred. Fans have continued to mourn his loss, leaving tributes at the site of his passing, while his bandmates and loved ones express their grief.
In the wake of Liam’s death, his One Direction brothers—Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson—issued a heartfelt statement. They expressed their devastation, saying, “We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing… we will miss him terribly. We love you, Liam.” Their statement echoed the love and respect they shared for their late friend, whose memory they will cherish forever.
