Universal Music dropped Liam Payne days before his death as he struggled as a solo artist: report
By Allie Griffin,
23 hours ago
Liam Payne was reportedly dropped by his music label just days before his death as he struggled to make it as a solo artist.
Payne was represented by Universal Records after first signing with its subsidiary Capitol Records in July 2016 — but was recently axed by the major label, multiple sources told the Daily Mail.
The former One Direction member struggled to make a name for himself as a solo artist. WireImage Payne was reportedly “on the wrong path musically” especially when compared to the success of Harry Styles and Zayn Malik. FilmMagic
“Liam’s advance was massive and he didn’t recoup [it],” one source told the outlet. “Out of all the One Direction boys, Liam was on the wrong path musically.”
It’s not clear if his death was intentional or accidental. NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images Liam Payne died in Argentina Wednesday when he fell from a third-floor hotel balcony. TripAdvisor
“We are devastated by the tragic passing of Liam Payne. His legacy will live on through his music and the countless fans he inspired and who adored him,” the company wrote. “We send our deepest condolences to Liam’s family and loved ones.”
Payne was reportedly “acting erratic” in the lobby of the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires before his death. Bystanders said he smashed his laptop and had to be carried back to his hotel room while the hotel manager frantically called 911 worried that the pop star — who he said was under the influence of drugs and alcohol — could hurt himself or worse.
The pop star died in the courtyard of the hotel. AFP via Getty Images
The hotel manager feared he was going to “put his life at risk” according to an emergency call that happened minutes before he died. AFP via Getty Images
“We need you to send someone urgently because, well, I don’t know if this guest’s life is at risk. They must be in a room that has a balcony,” the hotel manager told the emergency dispatcher. “And well, we’re a little bit worried he’ll do something, that he’ll put his life at risk.”
It’s not clear if Payne’s death was intentional or accidental, but Security Ministry of Buenos Aires representative Pablo Policicchio declared that the musician “ had thrown himself from the balcony of his room.”
Payne was reportedly “acting erratic” and trashed his hotel room before his death. . Payne posted a Snapchat video claiming it was a “lovely day in Argentina” ahead of his death.
The dad of one fractured his skull upon impact and is believed to have died instantly, according to medical officials. His body will soon undergo a complete autopsy.
Payne leaves behind his 7-year-old son Bear, with his ex Cheryl Cole.
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