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Future of Liam Payne’s final TV show filmed months before his tragic death revealed
Show host and Backstreet Boys’ star AJ McLean has paid tribute to Liam Payne
TRAGIC Liam Payne’s family have backed plans to air his final TV show.
Talent contest Building The Band was filmed months before his death last October.
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Liam was a judge and mentor alongside singers Nicole Scherzinger and Kelly Rowland.
Speculation had been rife that the Netflix project would be axed, or Liam’s part would be cut out of respect, following his fatal balcony fall at the age of 31 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
A source said: “Liam was on great form at filming so everyone’s pleased fans will get to see the ‘real’ him one last time.
“It will be bittersweet when the show is released.
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"Netflix have gone out of their way to make sure his family are happy.
"Producers sent them the footage so they are fully aware of what to expect and they have given it their blessing.”
Much like the origins of Liam’s band One Direction, the show, filmed in Manchester, creates a group from strangers.
Host and Backstreet Boys’ star AJ McLean said: “Liam lit up the room any time we were on set.
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"We spent pretty much six weeks, 14-hour days locked in a sound stage together, sharing stories.
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"We were talking about music, about life, about sobriety.
“He was a light and we are dedicating the show to him.
“I’m glad people get to see this side of him. To remember him this way. Because this is really truly who he is. He’s now in a safer place.”
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Liam Payne's sad death
On October 16, 2024, Liam Payne sadly died, leaving family, friends and fans devastated.
Here we take you through the biggest stories to unfold since his tragic passing:
- Liam's death is announced.
- The star's family release a heartbreaking statement.
- Liam's cause of death revealed after he fell from a balcony.
- The singer's One Direction bandmates pay tribute.
- Cheryl Cole describes ‘earth shattering’ agony following the death of son's father.
- Mourners gather at vigils around the world to honour the late star.
- Liam's girlfriend Kate Cassidy makes an emotional tribute.
- Liam's body is flown back to the UK with his family.
- Zayn Malik reschedules his tour dates due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ following Liam's death.
- Liam's family announce his funeral.
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