Liam Payne’s Girlfriend Kate Cassidy Mourns Singer’s Death: “I Will Love You For The Rest Of My Life And Beyond”

Kate Cassidy, Liam Payne’s girlfriend, is mourning the singer’s death with a touching tribute.

In a new social media post, Cassidy shared that she and Payne had plans to marry within a year.

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“I don’t even know where to begin. My heart is shattered in ways I can’t put into words,” Cassidy started in a statement she shared on Instagram. “I wish you could see the huge impact you’ve had on the world, even as it feels so dark right now. You brought so much happiness and positivity to everyone-millions of fans, your family, friends, and especially me. You are so incredibly loved.”

She continued, “You are-because I can’t say were—my best friend, the love of my life, and everyone you touched felt just as special as I did. Your energy was contagious, lighting up every room you walked into.
None of this feels real, and I can’t wrap my head around this new reality of not having you here. I’m struggling to figure out how to live in a world without you by my side. Together, we got to be kids again, always finding joy in the smallest things.”

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Cassidy described Payne as having “the kindest soul and the most fun-loving spirit,” saying that his loss makes her feel “like I’ve lost the best part of myself,” and adding, “I can’t imagine a day without your laughter and love. You brought so much light into my life.”

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Payne’s girlfriend also recalled a note that the singer wrote to her that read, “Me and Kate to marry within a year/engaged & together forever 444.”

“Liam, I know we’ll be together forever, but not in the way we had planned. You’ll always be with me. I’ve gained a guardian angel,” she added. “I will love you for the rest of my life and beyond, carrying our dreams and memories with me everywhere I go.”

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