Liam Payne, former One Direction star, passed away on October 16 at age 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. New details have emerged through the IMPACT x Nightline documentary about his final hours at CasaSur Palermo Hotel.

According to hotel guests, Payne displayed concerning behavior throughout the night:

• Multiple disturbances in the lobby requiring staff intervention
• Erratic behavior and loud noises from his room
• Reports of smashing his laptop and passing out in the lobby
• Destruction of hotel room property, including furniture and TV

The hotel manager called 911 after growing concerned about Payne's safety, noting he appeared intoxicated and was "breaking everything in the room." Before help could arrive, Payne fell from his third-floor balcony.

Post-mortem reports revealed multiple drugs in his system, including "pink cocaine," suggesting substance use may have contributed to his behavior that night.

The tragedy prompted an outpouring of grief from:

• His One Direction bandmates, who released a joint statement
• Simon Cowell, who expressed being "heartbroken"
• Fellow artists, including Shawn Mendes and Rita Ora, who paid tribute through performances

The documentary raises important questions about the pressures facing celebrities while providing insight into the circumstances surrounding Payne's final hours. His death continues to be mourned by fans worldwide as investigations into the exact circumstances continue.

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