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
Liam Payne Tribute Special editions
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe news of Liam Payne's death sent shockwaves across the world. Liam was a talented young man who took the world by storm as a member of One Direction.
In our exclusive tribute magazines, we look back at how much the global icon packed into his 31 years. From the 14 year old from wolverhampton who auditioned for the X-Factor to the One Direction super star.
His talent, drive and charisma wowing fans as part of supergroup One Direction or as a solo artist. There are tributes from around the showbiz world, fan reflections, and a host of pictures from throughout his career.
Our special editions will be available to buy at participating retailers from Wednesday October 23, or you can buy them online here.
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