AceShowbiz - Danielle Peazer, a professional dancer who dated Liam Payne on and off from 2010 to 2013, took to Instagram to express her grief and share memories of her time with the One Direction singer. Payne, who died after falling from a third-floor balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, had contacted Peazer just weeks before his death to express his happiness for her newfound love with her husband, radio DJ Sonny Jay, and their daughter Mia.

"Receiving a message from you a couple of weeks ago expressing your happiness for the love I found with Sonny and Mia is something I'll cherish forever," Peazer wrote.

Her tribute emphasized the importance of remembering Payne beyond his public persona. "While he was adored by millions as a world-famous musician for the last decade, he was also someone's son and brother for more than 30 years, a friend to so many and more recently an uncle," she noted.

Throughout her tribute, Peazer highlighted the profound impact Payne had on her life, including the lessons he taught her about setting boundaries and protecting her heart. "Thank you for teaching me about the importance of setting boundaries, and that I should always protect my heart," she wrote.

Peazer's letter also reflected on the nature of their complex relationship, acknowledging both the good and challenging times. "At times, you were my favorite person in the whole world, but you could also wind me up so much and I probably annoyed the hell out of you sometimes too," she shared.

Despite the end of their romantic relationship in 2013, Peazer noted that their bond remained significant in her life. "Our relationship may have ended back in 2013, but that seemed to be just the start of our story," she wrote.

Aside from celebrating Payne's musical career, Peazer also focused on his most cherished role as a father to his son, Bear, with ex-girlfriend Cheryl Cole. "His most important role and something he was the most proud of out of all of his monumental successes was that he was a father. The thought that there is now a child growing up without one of their parents is heartbreaking and unfair," she lamented.

Peazer's tribute resonated deeply, offering condolences to Payne's family and loved ones, his parents, sisters, and especially his son. "To Liam's son Bear, as well as his parents and sisters, my love, thoughts and strength goes to you. The magnitude of this loss is incomprehensible and I will continue to support you in any way I am able to," she wrote.

As fans and loved ones grapple with the loss of Liam Payne, Peazer's touching words underscore the importance of acknowledging and remembering the many layers of his life and the lasting impact he had on those around him. "Rest easy my friend. Love, Danielle," she concluded her heartfelt tribute.