Im absolutely devastated about the passing of my amazing friend, Liam, Horan wrote in an Instagram post.
It just doesnt feel real.
He continued, Liam had an energy for life and a passion for work that was infectious.
Liam Payne (L) and Niall Horan attend 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2017 presented by Capital One at The Forum on December 1, 2017 in Inglewood, California.Kevin Mazur/Getty Images
He was the brightest in every room and always made everyone feel happy and secure.
We got to live out our wildest dreams together and I will cherish every moment we had forever.
The bond and friendship we had doesnt happen often in a lifetime.
Horans statement comes just after the rest of One Direction shared individual tributes of their own as well.
Were completely devastated by the news of Liams passing, One Direction said.
In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say.
Paynes death shocked fans around the world given that he was only 31 years old.
