Rogelio “Roger” Nores, a close friend of Liam Payne who was one of the last people to see the former One Direction singer alive, believes that Payne’s death was the result of an “extremely unfortunate” series of events.

After Liam Payne’s death, his close friend Roger Nores came forth stating that he had warned the singer’s family via email about the late artist’s addictions and the necessity of rehab.

"This is a time of tremendous grief and pain for those who knew and loved him," said the family of Payne's death in October 2024 in a statement

CNN’s Cecilia Domínguez speaks with Roger Nores, a close friend of the late singer Liam Payne and one of the last people to see him alive.

Liam Payne's tragic death in October last year left the music world reeling. Fans everywhere joined together in mourning the One Direction alum, and his family and friends are very grateful for the love they expressed for him.