Geoff Payne Attempted Liam’s Psychiatric Commitment Before Death Amid Drug Relapse Struggles

Liam Payne’s Father Tried to Intervene Before Singer’s Tragic Death; Friend Sues for Defamation

Image 1: Liam Payne with parents Geoff and Karen
Liam’s father Geoff (center) reportedly sought psychiatric help for the singer months before his death.

Liam Payne’s father, Geoff, made desperate attempts to safeguard his troubled son before the One Direction star’s death at age 31, per Rolling Stone. Earlier in 2024, Liam entered rehab in Spain after being hospitalized in a “serious condition” but left prematurely. His struggles with substance abuse worsened, prompting Geoff to push for psychiatric treatment—efforts Liam reportedly refused.

By April 2024, Payne’s team canceled a planned South American tour, citing concerns over his health. His U.S. label, Universal Republic, later dropped him due to missed promotional commitments and growing worries about his well-being. A source stated, “It was decided… to terminate the working relationship rather than further release music.”

Image 2: Liam in October 2024
Liam released his final single, “Teardrops,” weeks before his death.

In his final months, Liam appeared to stabilize while staying at a polo club in Florida, engaging in horseback riding and songwriting. Geoff recalled in a legal statement, “Liam was playing polo and looked good.” However, tragedy struck in October 2024 when Liam fell from a third-floor balcony at a Buenos Aires hotel, where he was staying with friend Rogelio “Roger” Nores.

$10M Defamation Lawsuit Against Geoff Payne
Nores—charged with manslaughter alongside four hotel staff—claims Geoff’s sworn statements to Argentine authorities painted him as responsible for Liam’s death. The lawsuit, filed in Florida, seeks $10 million for “false and defamatory” accusations, with proceeds vowed to Liam’s son, Bear.

Image 3: Roger Nores with Liam and girlfriend Kate Cassidy
Nores (left) denies claims he neglected Liam before the fatal fall.

Geoff allegedly told investigators that Nores and Liam’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, acted as caretakers and misled doctors about Liam’s addictions. Nores refutes this, stating he “never agreed to be [Liam’s] caretaker” and that Geoff’s claims are “100% fiction.” He also denies Geoff’s assertion that Liam lacked a phone or independence.

Image 4: CasaSur Hotel balcony
The balcony from which Liam tragically fell.

Nores’ legal team demands Geoff retract his statements, blaming them for the criminal charges. Argentine prosecutors accused Nores of abandoning Liam despite knowing his vulnerabilities. Four hotel employees also face charges for alleged negligence.

Liam’s abrupt death marked a heartbreaking end to years of mental health and addiction battles. As legal battles unfold, Geoff and the Payne family continue mourning a son whose struggles were cut short too soon.

Image 5: Liam’s final Snapchat post
Liam’s last Snapchat post hours before his death.

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