I was a vocal, “older” 1d fan (35 now) when they were huge and I’ve followed them all with interest ever since. I’ve had the worst feeling about Liam in recent weeks, with his erratic behaviour and the online commentary about him… I’m absolutely not saying that from a place of superiority as I fully indulged in consuming that content and laughing at it with friends etc. We can all be so guilty of watching celebrities’ lives like it’s entertainment and I don’t know what the solution is- it’s just sad. When I heard the news last night I had family round and I had to excuse myself because I couldn’t believe what I was reading somehow. What an awful, horrible way to go, whatever the circumstances. And I just cannot imagine how all those who loved him are feeling, especially his son.
By all all accounts he was a complex and deeply flawed human being, but beloved by many, and I think someone not suited for the fame and fortune he received at such a young age. Rest in peace, Liam.