Liam Payne's Friend Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Singer's Father

Roger Nores, a friend of the late Liam Payne, has filed a defamation lawsuit against the singer’s father, Geoff Payne, following the tragic death of the One Direction star. The complaint, made in Florida, claims that Geoff made false and misleading statements regarding Nores's relationship with Payne after his untimely fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Nores, who faces manslaughter charges in Argentina related to the incident, refutes that he had any legal duty of care towards the singer, asserting their bond was one of mutual friendship. He argues that the damaging remarks made by Payne's father led to significant harm to his reputation and seeks to donate any financial proceeds from the lawsuit to Payne's son, Bear. Meanwhile, a UK inquest into Payne’s death remains on hold until November 6 as investigations continue to unfold.

Nores alleges that Geoff Payne's claims to authorities in Argentina included misleading details concerning Liam's care and conditions prior to his death, asserting that those statements were not based on personal knowledge. He has vehemently rejected any accusations of neglect, framing the relationship as one devoid of legal obligations. The fallout from the tragic event saw multiple individuals charged in connection to Payne's demise, adding further complexity to the ongoing legal and emotional turmoil surrounding the case. As the investigation unfolds, fans and family continue to remember the star who left an indelible mark on the music world, with tributes and memorials ongoing.