Simon Cowell returns to TV and makes emotional tribute after Liam Payne's tragic death
manchestereveningnews.co.ukSimon Cowell has made his television comeback following the tragic demise of Liam Payne. The former One Direction member, aged 31, tragically died last week after a fall from a hotel balcony.
Suffering multiple injuries, Liam's passing was attributed to "an internal and external haemorrhage". Simon, who first encountered Liam during his initial audition for the X Factor at just 14, paused BGT auditions in light of the devastating news.
He expressed his heartbreak through a statement, conveying he was "devastated" by Liam's death. Taking to Instagram with an emotional message, the renowned music impresario shared that he is "heartbroken" and feeling "empty" after the loss.
Simon returned to television screens on Thursday (October 24), making an appearance at the pre-recorded Pride of Britain Awards.
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