Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, reportedly left Argentina two days before his tragic death on October 16. Cassidy, who had been dating Payne for two years, allegedly gave him an ultimatum during their extended stay: choose between her and drugs. After Payne chose to stay, Cassidy flew back to Los Angeles, reportedly telling friends she needed to go home after an extended two-week stay, despite initial plans to stay for only five days.
According to a source, Cassidy felt she had to distance herself due to Payne’s alleged drug use. Though Payne was reported to be clean in recent months, toxicology tests after his death revealed traces of alcohol, cocaine, and antidepressants in his system.
The circumstances of Payne’s death are still under investigation, with recent allegations from Braian Nahuel Paiz, who claims he was a friend of Payne and denies supplying him drugs. Meanwhile, Cassidy has reportedly been leaning on family and friends for support during this difficult time.
