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Liam Payne had multiple drugs in his body when he died: Sources

The former One Direction singer fell to his death from his Buenos Aires hotel room balcony on Oct. 16. Toxicology results showed "pink cocaine" and other drugs in his system, authorities said.
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Liam Payne had multiple drugs in his body when he died: Sources
October 18, 2024 at 8:07 PM

Cheryl Cole asks for 'dignity' for ex Liam Payne in the wake of his death

Cheryl Cole asks for "dignity" for ex Liam Payne in the wake of his death
October 18, 2024 at 8:07 PM
Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole attend The BRIT Awards 2018 held at The O2 Arena on Feb. 21, 2018 in London.
October 18, 2024 at 7:06 PM

Kate Cassidy speaks out following the death of boyfriend Liam Payne

Kate Cassidy, the girlfriend of Liam Payne, is speaking out after Payne died on Oct. 16.
October 18, 2024 at 7:06 PM
In this March 16, 2023 file photo, Liam Payne and Kate Cassidy arrive at the "All Of Those Voices" UK Premiere at Cineworld Leicester Square in London.
October 18, 2024 at 5:16 PM

One Direction pays tribute to Liam Payne: 'We will miss him terribly'

Former One Direction star Liam Payne died Oct. 16 at age 31.
October 18, 2024 at 5:16 PM
Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson and Harry Styles of One Direction arriving at the BBC Music Awards at Earls Court Arena in London, Dec. 11, 2014.
October 18, 2024 at 10:07 AM

Mitzi Gaynor, ‘South Pacific’ star, dead at 93

Mitzi Gaynor, known for her roles in Golden Age musicals like “South Pacific” and “Les Girls,” as well as several Emmy-winning TV specials, has died at 93.
October 18, 2024 at 10:07 AM
VIDEO: Mitzi Gaynor, ‘South Pacific’ star, dead at 93
October 18, 2024 at 1:58 AM

Mitzi Gaynor, star of ‘South Pacific,’ dies at 93

Actor-dancer Mitzi Gaynor has died at age 93
October 18, 2024 at 1:58 AM
FILE - Mitzi Gaynor arrives at The Paley Center For Media Los Angeles Benefit Gala on Wednesday, Nov 12, 2014, in Los Angeles. Gaynor, among the last survivors of the so-called golden age of the Hollywood musical, died of natural causes in Los Angeles on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. She was 93. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)
October 18, 2024 at 12:05 AM

'We are heartbroken': Liam Payne's family issues statement after singer's death

Liam Payne's family has issued a statement following the singer's death as many are remembering him and paying tribute.
October 18, 2024 at 12:05 AM
Liam Payne attends The BRIT Awards 2019 held at The O2 Arena, Feb. 20, 2019, in London.
October 17, 2024 at 11:06 PM

Watch Rita Ora's emotional tribute to Liam Payne

Rita Ora held back tears performing "For You" at her concert in Japan, a song she recorded with Liam Payne.
October 17, 2024 at 11:06 PM
VIDEO: Watch Rita Ora's emotional tribute to Liam Payne
October 17, 2024 at 7:09 PM

Liam Payne died of internal and external bleeding: Preliminary autopsy report

A preliminary autopsy report from the Argentinian Public Prosecutor's Office reveals new details about Liam Payne's death, stating that he died from multiple traumas.
October 17, 2024 at 7:09 PM
Liam Payne attends the Grand Reveal Weekend for Atlantis The Royal, Dubai's new ultra-luxury hotel, Jan. 21, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
October 17, 2024 at 6:38 PM

In 2013 'Nightline' interview with One Direction, Liam Payne opens up about new fame

"It's such a big thing to live up to," the then-19-year-old singer shared with ABC's Cynthia McFadden.
October 17, 2024 at 6:38 PM
"It's such a big thing to live up to," the then-19-year-old singer shared with ABC's Cynthia McFadden.
October 17, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Liam Payne’s pop music legacy

Rolling Stone writer Rob Sheffield discusses what the singer’s death means for his legacy and the hopes of a One Direction reunion.
October 17, 2024 at 4:31 PM
VIDEO: Liam Payne’s pop music legacy
October 17, 2024 at 2:43 PM

Singer Liam Payne dies after fall from hotel in Argentina: Police

Former One Direction star Liam Payne died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina, according to state police.
October 17, 2024 at 2:43 PM
Singer Liam Payne attends the World Premiere of "I Am Bolt" at Odeon Leicester Square on Nov. 28, 2016 in London.
October 17, 2024 at 2:13 PM

Liam Payne dies at 31

The pop star and former One Direction member was pronounced dead after falling roughly 40 feet from his third-floor hotel room in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
October 17, 2024 at 2:13 PM
VIDEO: Liam Payne dies at 31
October 17, 2024 at 3:56 AM

Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies in fall

Former One Direction star Liam Payne died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina, according to state police.
October 17, 2024 at 3:56 AM
Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies in fall
October 17, 2024 at 12:52 AM

Liam Payne, former One Direction star, dies aged 31

Liam Payne, the One Direction star, has died after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was 31 years old.
October 17, 2024 at 12:52 AM
VIDEO: Liam Payne, former One Direction star, dies aged 31
October 16, 2024 at 11:58 PM

Remembering One Direction star Liam Payne

Payne, 31, died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina on Oct. 16, 2024, according to state police.
October 16, 2024 at 11:58 PM
Payne, 31, died after falling from the third floor of his hotel room in Argentina on Oct. 16, 2024, according to state police.
October 10, 2024 at 11:51 PM

Ethel Kennedy, widow of Robert Kennedy and political family matriarch, dies at 96

Ethel Kennedy, a matriarch of America's most celebrated political family, has died at the age of 96.
October 10, 2024 at 11:51 PM
Ethel Kennedy poses for a portrait during the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, Jan. 22, 2012, in Park City, Utah.
October 10, 2024 at 7:35 PM

Ethel Kennedy, widow of RFK, dies at 96

Ethel Kennedy, a matriarch of America's most celebrated political family, has died at the age of 96.
October 10, 2024 at 7:35 PM
VIDEO: Ethel Kennedy, widow of RFK, dies at 96
October 9, 2024 at 11:58 AM

Luis Tiant, charismatic Red Sox pitching legend, dies at 83

Luis Tiant has died at the age of 83
October 9, 2024 at 11:58 AM
FILE - Luis Tiant of the Cleveland Indians pitches against the New York Yankees in the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium in 1968. (AP Photo/Marty Lederhandler, File)
October 7, 2024 at 9:18 PM

Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston's mother and Grammy-winning singer, dies at 91

Cissy Houston, a two-time Grammy-winning singer who performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin and the mother of Whitney Houston, has died
October 7, 2024 at 9:18 PM
FILE - Cissy Houston performs during McDonald's Gospelfest 2013 on May 11, 2013 in Newark, N.J. Houston, the mother of Whitney Houston and a two-time Grammy winner who performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin, died Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in her New Jersey home. She was 91. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)
October 7, 2024 at 2:16 PM

Madonna shares moving tribute for late brother Christopher Ciccone

Madonna shared a moving tribute for her brother Christopher Ciccone, who died earlier this month from cancer at 63.
October 7, 2024 at 2:16 PM
Madonna with her brother Christopher Ciccone at the Disney party following awards ceremony on Jan. 19, 1997.
October 1, 2024 at 10:09 PM

Pete Rose, MLB's all-time hits leader, dies at 83

MLB legend Pete Rose has died at the age of 83, the medical examiner in Clark County, Nevada, confirmed to ABC News on Monday.
October 1, 2024 at 10:09 PM
Outfielder Pete Rose #14 of the Cincinnati Reds salutes the crowd after surpassing Ty Cobb with his 4192 hit that came against San Diego Padres pitcher Eric Show on Sept. 11, 1985 at Riverfront Stadium in Cincinnati.
October 1, 2024 at 1:58 AM

Baseball legend Pete Rose dies at the age of 83

Major League Baseball legend Pete Rose has died at the age of 83, the medical examiner in Clark County, Nevada, confirmed to ABC News on Monday.
October 1, 2024 at 1:58 AM
VIDEO: Baseball legend Pete Rose dies at the age of 83
October 1, 2024 at 12:47 AM

Kris Kristofferson, multi-talented performer, dead at 88 years old

Country music and film star Kris Kristofferson died over the weekend at age 88.
October 1, 2024 at 12:47 AM
VIDEO: Kris Kristofferson, multi-talented performer, dead at 88 years old
September 30, 2024 at 7:31 PM

Watch the sweet way Wizarding World of Harry Potter guests honor Dame Maggie Smith

Wands up for Professor McGonagall.
September 30, 2024 at 7:31 PM
Watch the sweet way Wizarding World of Harry Potter guests honor Dame Maggie Smith
September 29, 2024 at 6:23 PM

'Days of Our Lives' actor Drake Hogestyn dies at 70

Actor Drake Hogestyn of "Days of Our Lives" has died at 70, his family announced in a statement.
September 29, 2024 at 6:23 PM
 Drake Hogestyn appears as John Black on "Days of Our Lives," April 26, 2022.
September 28, 2024 at 2:42 PM

Celebrating the life of beloved actress Maggie Smith

The lauded actress earned Oscars for her unforgettable roles in the 1960s and 70s and won millions of new fans later on for her roles on “Downton Abbey” and the Harry Potter films.
September 28, 2024 at 2:42 PM
VIDEO: Celebrating the life of beloved actress Maggie Smith
September 28, 2024 at 2:17 AM

Beloved British actress Maggie Smith dies at 89

The actress appeared in more than 50 films over a 60-year career that spanned the stage and screen. She was most recently known for roles in the "Harry Potter" films and television's "Downton Abbey."
September 28, 2024 at 2:17 AM
VIDEO: Beloved British actress Maggie Smith dies at 89
September 27, 2024 at 8:21 PM

Award-winning stage and screen actress Maggie Smith dies at 89

From "Downton Abbey" to the "Harry Potter" series, Maggie Smith is considered one of Britain's most legendary actresses.
September 27, 2024 at 8:21 PM
From "Downton Abbey" to the "Harry Potter" series, Maggie Smith is considered one of Britain's most legendary actresses.
September 27, 2024 at 3:31 PM

Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89

The lauded British actress best known for her roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" has died, according to a statement from her sons to the Press Association.
September 27, 2024 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89
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The Reeve siblings open up about their father Christopher Reeve in new documentary

Will, Alexandra and Matthew Reeve share why they wanted to look back on their father's storied career in “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story,” ahead of the 20th anniversary of his death
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VIDEO: The Reeve siblings open up about their father Christopher Reeve in new documentary
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Children of Christopher Reeve speak on their losses after his death

Christopher Reeve's children, including ABC News' Will Reeve, share their journey through grief after the loss of their dad and Will's mom, Dana Reeve.
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VIDEO: Children of Christopher Reeve speak on their losses after his death
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Tito Jackson dead at 70

Tito Jackson -- a member of The Jackson 5 and brother to Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson -- died aged 70, his children confirmed on social media.
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VIDEO: Tito Jackson dead at 70
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Hans Zimmer dedicates 'Lion King' performance to the late James Earl Jones

During a tour stop in Raleigh, North Carolina, the award-winning composer paid tribute to the late James Earl Jones after a medley from "The Lion King."
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During a tour stop in Raleigh, North Carolina, the award-winning composer paid tribute to the late James Earl Jones after a medley from "The Lion King."
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Legendary soul singer Frankie Beverly dies at 77

His death was announced in a statement by his family posted to his Instagram account. A cause of death was not given.
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VIDEO: Legendary soul singer Frankie Beverly dies at 77
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Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93

Legendary actor James Earl Jones, best known for voicing the character of Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" franchise, has died.
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James Earl Jones celebrates his 80th birthday by blowing the candles out on his cake at The Golden Theatre, Jan. 17, 2011, in New York.
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Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93

The distinguished actor was known for lending his deep, powerful voice to Darth Vader in "Star Wars" and Mufasa in "The Lion King." His stage and screen acting career began in the 1950s.
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VIDEO: Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93
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Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93

The Oscar nominee was known for voicing Darth Vader in "Star Wars."
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VIDEO: Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93
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Sergio Mendes, Grammy-winning Brazilian music legend, dies at 83

Sergio Mendes, the Grammy-winning Brazilian musician, has died after a battle with long COVID, attribution needs to be added. His 1966 hit "Mas Que Nada" propelled him to global stardom.
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VIDEO: Sergio Mendes, Grammy-winning Brazilian music legend, dies at 83
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Rich Homie Quan, platinum-selling Georgia rapper, dead at 34

Dequantes Devontay Lamar professionally known as Rich Homie Quan passed away in his hometown of Atlanta, Georgia Thursday.
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VIDEO: Rich Homie Quan, platinum-selling Georgia rapper, dead at 34
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James Darren, 'Gidget' star, dies at 88 after hospitalization

Actor and former teen idol James Darren, best known for his role in the "Gidget" franchise, has passed away at 88, according to reports.
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VIDEO: James Darren, 'Gidget' star, dies at 88 after hospitalization
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Rapper Fatman Scoop dies at 53 after suffering medical emergency on stage

The New York-born artist, whose real name is Isaac Freeman III, was headlining the "Green & Gold Party" in Hamden when he suffered a medical emergency Friday.
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In this Nov. 10, 2023, file photo, Fatman Scoop hosts Fridayz Live '23 at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia.
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Toby Keith was a dad of 3: Get to know the kids of the late country singer

Country music star Toby Keith was not only an award-winning singer-songwriter but also a father of three.
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Toby Keith performs in concert at the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, MA on Aug. 14, 2015.
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Maria Branyas Morera, world's oldest person, dies at age 117

Maria Branyas Morera, the world's oldest person, has died at the age of 117.
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In this image that was posted to social media, Maria Branyas is shown.
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What to know about ketamine therapy after arrests made in Matthew Perry's death

Here is a look at what ketamine is and how it is used in medical treatment.
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Matthew Perry attends the GQ Men of the Year Party 2022 at The West Hollywood EDITION on Nov. 17, 2022 in West Hollywood, Calif.
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Gena Rowland dies after battle with Alzheimer’s

The two-time Oscar nominee was known for her roles in “A Woman Under the Influence” and “The Notebook.”
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VIDEO: Gena Rowland dies after battle with Alzheimer’s
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Wallace Amos Jr., founder of Famous Amos cookies, dies at 88

Wallace "Wally" Amos Jr., the founder of Famous Amos cookies, has died, his family said Wednesday. He was 88.
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Wally Amos in his home office in the Lanikai section of Kailua, Hawaii. Amos, who in the 1980s lost ownership of his "Famous Amos" cookie company, is now selling his cookies at candy store Boardwalk Treats under the name, "The Cookie Kahuna," June 12, 2007.
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Former YouTube exec Susan Wojcicki dies at 56

Wojcicki, the former YouTube CEO and longtime Google executive, died from non-small cell lung cancer.
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VIDEO: Former YouTube exec Susan Wojcicki dies at 56
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Tori Spelling says she's 'grateful' for 'last conversation' with Shannen Doherty

Tori Spelling and Jennie Garth remember Tori Spelling on the latest episode of the "90210MG" podcast.
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Tori Spelling and Shannen Doherty at the 18th People's Choice Awards, Universal Studios Hollywood, March 17th 1992.
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Richard Simmons' staff shares social media post he drafted before death

Richard Simmons' staff shared a message from Simmons that he had pre-drafted before his death earlier this month.
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In this Aug. 10, 2013 file photo, Richard Simmons arrives at the Project Angel Food's 2013 Angel Awards in Los Angeles.