Liam James Payne (born 29 August 1993) is an English singer and songwriter.
He rose to fame as a member of the boy band One Direction.
Payne made his debut as a singer when he auditioned for the British television series The X Factor in 2008. After being eliminated as a solo performer, he auditioned again in 2010 and was put into a group with four other contestants to form One Direction
Former One Direction star Liam Payne postpones tour after being treated in hospital
manchestereveningnews.co.ukOne Direction singer Liam Payne has been forced to postpone his tour after being treated in hospital. The former band member posted a video on Instagram to explain to fans that the performances in South America could not continue as planned.
He told his followers he has been in hospital with a “serious kidney infection". The 29-year-old wrote in an Instagram post, alongside a video: “It’s with a heavy heart I have to tell you that we have no other choice but to postpone my upcoming tour of South America. “Over the past week I’ve been in hospital with a serious kidney infection, it’s something I wouldn’t wish on anyone, and doctors’ orders are that I now need to rest and recover. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features. “I was beyond excited to come play for you guys.
To all of you who have bought tickets: I’m so sorry. We’re working to re-schedule the tour as soon as we possibly can, but for now we will be refunding the tickets – so please look out for updates from your point of purchase. “Thanks as always for the love and support, and look forward to seeing you soon.” Fans and followers were quick to post messages of support soon after the video message was shared.
They spoke of their shock at learning of his illness and wished him a speedy and safe recovery. One follower on Instagram, annaslarry28, wrote: "No, Lee!
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