‘He’s Clearly Suffering’: Liam Payne’s Bandmate, Niall Horan, Seen for the First Time After His Death at 31

A few days after the tragic death of his former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne, Niall Horan was seen in public, leaving netizens wondering how he is coping.

Niall Horan was photographed in London walking his dog alongside his girlfriend, Amelia Woolley. Social media users responded to the couple’s first public sighting, noting his appearance.

A netizen’s comment on Niall Horan’s appearance in London, posted on October 17, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/pagesix

In the photo, Niall wears a green jacket, gray pants, a green cap, and dark sunglasses while holding a blue leash. Amelia wears a beige coat and white pants, holding a red leash. Their dog, wearing a red bandana, walks alongside them.

The sighting of the couple in London has left many netizens concerned. “omg he’s clearly suffering [sic],” one user noted, capturing the somber mood. “The face of who cried a lot [sic],” one user observed.

Others echoed the sentiment, “He looks devastated😭 But please, live [sic] them alone now! He’s mourning.” Another commenter expressed, “They need to live their lives and do normal things still…”

Niall Horan at the 2015 American Music Awards in Los Angeles, on November 22, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

Another believed, “Definitely haven’t sinked in to him yet. Niall is heartbroken 😢 [sic].” Sympathy continues to pour in, as one commented, “Very sad news 😢,” while another remarked, “Poor Niall 😕.”

Someone else reflected, “You could imagine how Neil feels he was with him two days before his death [sic].” More netizens extended their thoughts, “😰😰💔thoughts are with you Niall so so sorry 😢 [sic],” while another empathized for Horan, suggesting that he likely feels terrible about the situation and offered a kind, supportive remark.

A netizen’s reaction to Niall Horan’s appearance in London, posted on October 17, 2024 | Source: Facebook.com/thesun

The two bandmates reportedly reunited when Payne traveled to Buenos Aires on October 2 to attend Horan’s concert while also vacationing with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy. This brief encounter, unfortunately, became their final reunion.

Liam Payne and Niall Horan at 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2017 on December 1, 2017 | Source: Getty Images

On October 16, Payne died after falling from the third floor of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires. He remained at the hotel after Cassidy reportedly left the country on October 14.

Earlier that day, witnesses described Payne’s behavior at the hotel as erratic. They reported seeing him smash a laptop in the lobby, prompting hotel staff to call emergency services about an aggressive guest.

Shortly after 5 p.m., he fell from his room’s balcony. Authorities continue to investigate whether the fall was accidental or intentional and are examining the circumstances leading up to the incident.

Liam Payne at the world premiere of “I Am Bolt” in London on November 28, 2016 | Source: Getty Images

Horan’s appearance in London has raised concern over his visible grief following Liam Payne‘s tragic death. As the investigation into his former bandmate’s passing continues, many express ongoing support for Horan.