AceShowbiz - Liam Payne's family and fans are grappling with the shocking loss of the 31-year-old pop star, who tragically died after falling from the third story of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, October 16. "We are heartbroken," his family expressed in a statement shared with the BBC. "Liam will forever live in our hearts and we'll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul."

Authorities confirmed that Payne's fall resulted in "extremely serious injuries," leading to his immediate death despite emergency efforts. Alberto Crescenti, head of Buenos Aires' SAME public emergency medical services, noted that the singer landed in the hotel's internal courtyard, suffering a fatal cranial fracture among other injuries.

According to People, medical officials stated, "There was no resuscitation because it was confirmed that he had died."

The news has sent waves of grief across the globe, with numerous tributes pouring in. Producer Zedd tweeted, "RIP Liam… I can't believe this is real… absolutely heartbreaking,” while Anne Twist, mother of Payne's former bandmate Harry Styles, shared a poignant post on Instagram with a red broken-heart emoji. Former "The X Factor" host Dermot O'Leary also paid tribute, recalling Payne as "a joy, had time for everyone, polite, grateful, and was always humble."

Police reports revealed that Payne exhibited "erratic" behavior before his death, leading a hotel manager to call law enforcement. When authorities arrived, they found the musician's hotel room "trashed." An autopsy is underway to clarify the exact circumstances of his tragic demise.

Payne, who had been vacationing in Buenos Aires with his girlfriend Kate Cassidy, posted a mirror selfie together on Snapchat hours before his death. Though Cassidy left Argentina days prior, she expressed in a TikTok video that she was "just so ready to leave" and missing home.

Liam Payne, remembered fondly for his time with One Direction, is survived by his 7-year-old son Bear, whom he shared with ex-partner Cheryl Cole, and his parents, Geoff and Karen Payne. The musician's legacy includes numerous hits like "What Makes You Beautiful" and "Best Song Ever," which secured the group chart-topping success during their active years from 2010 to 2015.

The world mourns the loss of Liam Payne, whose contributions to music and kind-hearted spirit left an indelible mark on fans and colleagues alike. "We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space at this awful time," his family said. As investigations continue, loved ones and admirers across the world reflect on his remarkable legacy.