Liam Payne’s dad pays tribute in Argentina after his tragic death as star’s sister speaks out

The dad of Liam Payne recently arrived in Argentina, following the shock death of his son. Liam’s sister Ruth has since also paid tribute to the singer.

Liam’s dad is reportedly trying to get his body back home to the UK as soon as possible.

One Direction star Liam died aged 31 this week after falling from his hotel balcony on October 16. He fell from a third-floor balcony at his hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A post-mortem examination report states that Liam sadly died of multiple traumas and “internal and external haemorrhage”.

Days after his death, Liam’s father headed to South America where it’s been reported he is organising the repatriation of his son.

Dad of Liam Payne arrives in Argentina

On Friday (October 18) Geoff Payne arrived in South America, following the news of Liam’s death. Geoff was pictured in a navy suit leaving the CasaSur Hotel in Buenos Aires.

The emotional dad bent down to read messages and tributes written to his pop star son from fans.

According to UniLad, Geoff, who was shielded by police and security, gazed around the crowd of his son’s fans. He told them “thank you” for being there while looking them in the eyes.

The singer’s dad has headed to Argentina (Credit: Shutterstock)

Liam Payne’s dad ‘trying to bring his son’s body home’

What’s more, reports claim that Liam’s body has been returned to his family. It was returned by the prosecutor looking into his death, according to a source with the Buenos Aires City police.

The Buenos Aires Herald was also told how they are currently attempting to have Liam’s body repatriated by finishing the essential paperwork.

Meanwhile, Argentine paper Clarin, has claimed that Liam’s heartbroken father wants to try to speed up the repatriation of Liam’s body in a bid to take it back home to the UK. However, a judge and prosecutor Marcelo Roma will make the final call.

He reportedly trying to bring Liam’s body back (Credit: Shutterstock)

Liam Payne’s sister pays tribute

On Saturday, Liam’s sister Ruth paid a heartbreaking tribute to the singer.

She wrote: “I don’t believe this is happening. Many times have I poured my heart out publicly with pride about Liam but never much about life as his sister.

“Liam is my best friend, no one could ever make me laugh as much as him, doing his impressions always had me creasing and he loved seeing how much of a laugh he could get.”

She continued: “I used to love picking him up from work when it all started, especially after concerts, speeding us away from venues or appearances, Liam plugging in his phone to show me the new songs for albums.

“Liam. My brain is struggling to catch up with what’s happening and I don’t understand where you’ve gone.

“I just want to drive to your house and walk in to music blasting and find you sat there writing a song or walk in to your art phases and sit with you whilst you draw or craft.”

She added: “I don’t feel this world was good enough or kind enough to you, and quite often over the last few years, you’ve had to really try hard to overcome all that was being aimed at you.

“We’ll take care of Bear and he will always know how incredible his Dad is and how much you idolise him.

“I’m sorry I couldn’t save you. Love you, oh how my heart misses you.

“One last time I need you to know, I’m here if you need anything, I’d drive to the end of the universe to bring you back.”

Liam Payne’s family statement

On Thursday (October 17) Liam’s family issued a joint statement sharing their heartbreak over his death. It read: “We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul.”