Niall Horan, Last One Direction Member To See Liam Payne Before Death, Says, 'Didn't Know It Would Be Goodbye Forever'

Liam Payne, former One Direction member, died after falling to his death from the balcony of his hotel in Argentina. The singer was in the country to watch bandmate Niall Horan at his live show, which he had attended a few days back. That is when Liam and Niall met, backstage at the latter's concert. Niall was the last member from their boyband One Direction to meet Liam before his tragic death. In a heartfelt tribute t Liam, Niall talks about being devastated and heartbroken.

Niall says goodbye to LiamWith a throwback picture, Niall shared a note that read, "I am absolutely devastated about the passing of my amazing friend, Liam. It just doesn't feel real. Liam had an energy for life and a passion for work that was infectious. He was the brightest in every room and always made everyone feel happy and secure."The This Town singer also talked about their special bond and friendship by adding, "All the laughs we had over the years, sometimes about the simplest of things, keep coming to mind through the sadness. We got to live out our wildest dreams together and I will cherish every moment we had forever. The bond and friendship we had doesn't happen often in a lifetime."

Niall says he is heartbrokenNiall further added that he saw him last. "I feel so fortunate that I got to see him recently. I sadly didn't know that after saying goodbye and hugging him, I would be saying goodbye forever. It's heartbreaking. My love and condolences go out to Geoff, Karen, Ruth, Nicola and of course his son Bear. Thank you for everything, Payno. Love you, brother. Nialler", concluded the singer. ALSO READ: Zayn remembers 'brother' LiamEarlier, former One Direction member Zayn had shared a note and said, "I have found myself talking out loud to you, hoping you can hear me, I can't help but think selfishly that there was so many more conversations for us to have in our lives. Even though you were younger than me you were always more sensible than me, you were headstrong, opinionated, and gave no f****s about telling people when they were wrong. Even though we butted heads because of this a few times, I have always respected you for it."He then added, "I lost a brother when you left us and can't explain to you what I'd give to just give you a hug one last time and say goodbye to you properly and tell you that I loved and respected you dearly. I will cherish all the memories I have with you in my heart forever, there are no words that justify or explain how I feel right now other than beyond devastated. I hope that wherever you are right now you are good and are at peace and you know how loved you are. Love you, bro."