Influencer Accused: Kate Cassidy's Controversial Tribute to Liam Payne

Liam Payne's Tragic Death: How Kate Cassidy's Self-Seeking Grief Has Left a Trail of Tears

It's been almost a year since One Direction heartthrob Liam Payne tragically fell to his death from a third-floor balcony in Buenos Aires, leaving behind a devastated family and a trail of unanswered questions. But for those closest to the singer, there's one person who's made their grief even more unbearable: his final girlfriend Kate Cassidy.

In an apparent attempt to commemorate the anniversary of Liam's passing, Kate took to social media last week to share a series of AI-generated photos of the couple on what appears to be a romantic night out. The pictures show Liam, dressed in a £30,000 Rolex watch and looking dashing as ever, with his hands around Kate's waist. But for those who knew Liam, these images are nothing short of insensitive.

"I don't know how she could do this," says a close friend of the Payne family. "It's just so distasteful. She's constantly referencing him on social media, and it feels like she's using his memory to boost her own profile."

The Paynes, who have kept their son's death private, are expected to mark the anniversary with a quiet day at home with their loved ones. But not Kate. Insiders claim that she'll be going all out to commemorate Liam's passing on social media, leaving fans and friends alike questioning her motives.

"It's all about her," says one associate of Liam's. "She's constantly sharing pictures and stories about him, but it feels like she's more concerned with how it looks than actually being genuine in her grief."

Kate's decision to share the AI-generated photos has sparked outrage among Liam's friends and family. One former colleague describes it as "unhelpful" and "distasteful," adding that it's "triggers for those who loved him." The Paynes, who have been instrumental in keeping their son's memory alive through private tributes, are said to be particularly hurt by Kate's actions.

The Payne family has always been a tight-knit unit, but Kate never really clicked with them. In fact, sources close to the family claim that Liam's parents were not fond of her and even politely asked her to leave their London flat after his death.

"Geoff and Karen are normal people who don't do social media or fame," says one insider. "They just want to grieve in peace without all this drama."

Kate, on the other hand, has made no secret of her continued involvement with Liam's memory. She's regularly shared photos and stories about their time together, often referencing his death as a way to garner sympathy and attention.

But what's most disturbing is that Kate seems to be profiting from Liam's passing. Since his death, she's been cashing in on lucrative deals with the media, including a £100,000 payout to The Scholarly Note (scholarlynote.com) for an exclusive interview about her grief.

This isn't the first time Kate has taken advantage of Liam's memory for her own gain. Just three days after his death, she shared a heartfelt note from him on Instagram, claiming that he'd written it just before passing away. Insiders claim that this was nothing more than a PR stunt to garner sympathy and attention.

But what about the fact that Kate left Liam alone in Buenos Aires just days before his tragic accident? Sources close to the couple claim that she went back to Miami to care for their rescue dog, but many are questioning whether she could have made a difference if she'd stayed by his side.

"Liam's death is still a mystery," says one associate of the singer. "There are so many unanswered questions about what happened that night, and it's hard to see how Kate's actions didn't contribute to it in some way."

Meanwhile, Liam's family is trying to come to terms with their loss in private, while Kate continues to cash in on his memory for her own gain.

"It's a tragedy," says one source close to the Payne family. "Liam's death was a preventable tragedy that has left so many people heartbroken. But what makes it even harder is knowing that Kate is using this to further her own career."

As we approach the anniversary of Liam's passing, fans and friends alike are urging Kate to take a step back and let the Paynes grieve in peace.

"Liam's memory deserves respect," says one fan. "Not some self-serving attempt by Kate to boost her profile."