Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, is still struggling to come to terms with his tragic death almost five months later.
The One Direction singer passed away in October last year after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina. In a recent interview on ITV’s Lorraine, Cassidy opened up about how difficult it is for her to accept that he’s no longer with us.
She shared that it’s challenging for her to refer to Payne in the past tense, as it makes his absence feel more official.
Cassidy admitted that she often catches herself talking about him in the present tense, as she continues to work on processing his passing.
Despite the heartache, Cassidy is finding solace in helping to launch the March 4 campaign, which encourages people to take extra steps each week for better mental health.
She revealed that Payne was vocal about his mental health struggles and believes he guided her towards this campaign to continue helping people.
Cassidy emphasized the importance of getting out and staying active, even on the toughest days.
She acknowledged the support system around her that has been instrumental in helping her navigate this difficult time. Cassidy described Payne as a unique and uplifting presence, whose sense of humor could brighten any room.
While Payne was honored at the recent Brit Awards for his musical achievements, his family called for privacy amidst ongoing media attention and speculation surrounding his death. A court in Argentina also dropped charges of criminal negligence against three individuals connected to the incident.
