Liam Payne’s father, Geoff Payne, reportedly tried to have the troubled singer committed to a psychiatric treatment center months before his death at age 31. Geoff had grown increasingly concerned after Liam was hospitalized in April 2024 and later admitted to rehab in Spain. However, he left the program before completing treatment.
As his relapse worsened, Geoff allegedly intervened, urging his son to enter psychiatric care, but Liam refused. Concerns about his well-being mounted as he struggled with addiction, missing key promotional events and interviews for his final single, Teardrops.
Record label dropped Liam before his passing
By August, Universal Republic, his U.S. record label, decided to part ways with him, officially terminating his contract in September. A source revealed that the decision was due to missed commitments and growing health concerns.
Despite this, those close to him believed he was in a better place in his final months, living at a polo club in Florida, where he spent time songwriting, drawing, and playing polo.
Legal battle erupts over Liam Payne’s death
Following Liam’s death in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024, his father now faces legal trouble himself. American businessman Rogelio “Roger” Nores, who was among the last to see Liam alive, is suing Geoff for $10 million over alleged defamatory statements.
Nores was charged with manslaughter, accused of abandoning Liam despite knowing he was unable to care for himself. Along with Nores, four hotel staff members have also been charged in connection to the singer’s death.
Nores accuses Liam’s father of false statements
In his lawsuit, Nores claims Geoff’s sworn statements to police falsely implicated him, leading to his arrest. Nores’ legal team argues that Geoff inaccurately described Nores as a caretaker and lied about his involvement in Liam’s medical treatment.
The lawsuit demands Geoff retract his statements, arguing that his words directly resulted in Nores’ arrest and tarnished his reputation worldwide. Nores maintains that all proceeds from the lawsuit will be donated to Liam’s son, Bear.
The tragic downfall of a superstar
Liam’s death has left his family and fans devastated, with his father reportedly doing everything he could to save him. As legal battles unfold, the full truth of Liam Payne’s final months remains entangled in controversy and heartbreak.
