Liam Payne, the former One Direction singer, passed away on October 16, 2024. His girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, has revealed that the couple had been planning to get married within a year before his untimely death. Cassidy shared an emotional tribute, calling Payne the 'love of my life' and expressing her heartbreak. She also mentioned that Payne had given her a note expressing his intention to marry her. The couple had recently welcomed a new addition to their family weeks before his death. Cassidy noted that Payne's erratic behavior had started ramping up when she left their vacation. Her statements provide a glimpse into their close relationship and future plans, which were tragically cut short.