LONDON: The funeral for Liam Payne, former One Direction star, is set to take place on Wednesday (Nov 20), British media reported. Payne, who died last month at the age of 31 after falling from the balcony of a Buenos Aires hotel room, left fans and loved ones mourning worldwide. His death has also raised questions about the circumstances leading to the tragedy, with three individuals charged in connection to the incident.

Payne, who rose to global fame as part of the boy band One Direction, was found to have traces of alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant in his system, according to an autopsy report. On the day of his death, a 911 call from a hotel employee warned that Payne was behaving aggressively and might have been under the influence of substances.

Media outlets, reported that Payne’s funeral will be a private ceremony attended by family and close friends. All four of Payne’s former One Direction bandmates, including Harry Styles, are expected to be present to pay their respects. Payne’s body, which had been held in Argentina during the investigation, was released to his father earlier this month and flown back to England. The private ceremony will mark a solemn farewell to a global icon whose music touched millions.

Authorities in Buenos Aires have charged three individuals in connection with Payne’s death. While details of the charges remain undisclosed, the incident has prompted scrutiny into Payne’s final hours at the hotel. His death shocked fans, many of whom have since flooded social media with tributes and memories of his career. As investigations continue, Payne’s family and friends prepare to bid a final farewell, reflecting on the legacy of an artist who defined a generation of pop music.

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