Liam Payne's girlfriend shares first post after singer's death: My heart is shattered

Singer Liam Payne's girlfriend shared her first post following his death on October 17. In a heartfelt tribute, she expressed her devastation, stating that she is struggling to cope with his loss.

In Short

• Kate Cassidy mourned Liam Payne's death on social media
• She revealed that they planned to be married or engaged within a year
• Liam Payne died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina

Singer Liam Payne's girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, shared a moving social media post on October 23, expressing her grief over his death. Accompanied by a collection of cherished photos of herself with the late singer, Cassidy revealed that they were planning to be married or engaged within a year and embark on their life together.

Kate, who is devastated by Liam Payne's untimely death, stated that she is 'struggling o figure out how to live in a world without him by her side'. Remembering the One Direction singer, Kate also mentioned the impact he had on "everyone — millions of fans, your family, friends, and especially me'.

Kate wrote, "I don't even know where to begin. My heart is shattered in ways I can't put into words. I wish you could see the huge impact you've had on the world, even as it feels so dark right now. You brought so much happiness and positivity to everyone—millions of fans, your family, friends, and especially me. You are so incredibly loved (sic)."

She added, "You are—because I can't say were—my best friend, the love of my life, and everyone you touched felt just as special as I did. Your energy was contagious, lighting up every room you walked into. None of this feels real, and I can't wrap my head around this new reality of not having you here. I'm struggling to figure out how to live in a world without you by my side. Together, we got to be kids again, always finding joy in the smallest things (sic)."

Speaking highly about the Strip That Down singer, Kate continued, "Liam, you had the kindest soul and the most fun-loving spirit. It feels like I've lost the best part of myself. I can't imagine a day without your laughter and love. You brought so much light into my life. A few weeks ago, we sat outside on a beautiful evening manifesting our lives together (sic)."

Reflecting on a memory with her late boyfriend, Kate concluded, "I keep your note close, even though you told me not to look at it. It said, "Me and Kate to marry within a year/engaged & together forever 444." Liam, I know we'll be together forever, but not in the way we had planned. You'll always be with me. I've gained a guardian angel. I will love you for the rest of my life and beyond, carrying our dreams and memories with me everywhere I go. Forever yours, Katelyn 444 (sic)."

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Liam Payne died in Buenos Aires after reportedly falling from the third floor of a hotel, as stated by Buenos Aires media. The news was announced on Wednesday, October 16. The 31-year-old British singer was found lifeless in the interior courtyard of the hotel in the Palermo district, according to the reports.

According to initial toxicology reports cited by US media on October 21, Liam had multiple drugs including crack cocaine and methamphetamine in his system when he fell to his death from the hotel balcony.

ABC News and TMZ said a cocktail of drugs called "pink cocaine" -- containing methamphetamine, ketamine and MDMA -- had been found during a partial autopsy, citing anonymous sources familiar with the preliminary tests.