October 19th 2024.
The news of Liam Payne's death has caused quite a stir, with many people criticizing GB News for their coverage of the tragic event. Fans and viewers alike have condemned one particular host's comments as "despicable".
At the young age of 31, the One Direction star passed away after falling from a third-floor balcony at a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The news of his untimely death has left fans devastated, with many taking to social media to share their tributes and memories of the singer. His loved ones and bandmates have also expressed their heartache over the loss.
While details surrounding Payne's final moments remain unclear, one hotel guest claimed to have seen him "passed out and convulsing" in the lobby earlier that afternoon. The singer had been open about his struggles with addiction, alcoholism, and mental health, and had reportedly checked into a rehabilitation center a few months prior.
In the aftermath of Payne's fatal fall, GB News presenter Ben Leo expressed his shock but shocked viewers with his insensitive comments, referring to the star as "drugged up". This sparked outrage among fans and prompted them to call for the channel to "do better".
Leo's remarks came just days after he had written a tribute to Payne on his social media, expressing his sadness at the news. However, during a segment on GB News, he asked his co-presenter Nana Akua, "What do you reckon of Liam Payne's sad passing in the week?" before going on to say, "I kind of thought, you know, what are you doing, getting drugged up?" Co-star Akua then reminded him that they didn't know for sure.
As fans revisited Leo's previous tweet, they accused him of backpedaling on his initial comments. They were not the only ones to criticize the channel, as many viewers also directed their anger towards Sky News for their insensitive remarks about Payne's son, Bear, whom he shares with ex-girlfriend Cheryl.
The singer's father has since arrived in Argentina to organize the repatriation of his son's body and attended a vigil outside the hotel with fans. In a statement, Payne's family shared their heartbreak and asked for privacy and space during this difficult time. Meanwhile, his former bandmates also issued a joint message, expressing their devastation and sharing their fond memories of their "brother".
As investigations into the circumstances surrounding Payne's death continue, police have revealed that a preliminary autopsy suggests he died from external and internal bleeding injuries. Despite all the criticism, GB News has not yet commented on the matter.
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In the midst of all this, let us not forget that Liam Payne was a vital part of One Direction and his loss is deeply felt by his fans, friends, and family. As his former bandmate Kerry Katona offers her support and advice to Cheryl in this difficult time, let us all remember that life is fragile and we should cherish those we love while we still can. Rest in peace, Liam. You will be dearly missed.
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