Kate Cassidy's Miami Fashion Statement
Kate Cassidy, the girlfriend of the late One Direction star Liam Payne, turned heads with her stylish appearance in Miami on Thursday. The American influencer showcased her impressive physique in a black halterneck sports bra and matching high-rise leggings, completing the look with white leg warmers and UGG boots.
She initially wore her long blonde hair loose, accessorising with sunglasses and carrying a white shoulder bag. Later, she transformed her style by sweeping her locks into a sleek ponytail for a stunning car selfie, captioning the post: '55 degrees in miami'.
Recent Challenges and Family Tensions
This fashionable outing follows a difficult period for Cassidy, who recently revealed she'd been involved in a car accident. Last month, she shared an Instagram clip showing her brand new Lamborghini Urus, valued at over £200,000, initially pristine then dramatically cut to footage showing the vehicle's front end severely damaged.
Alongside the post, she wrote: 'Lesson learned don't let your girlfriend drive your brand new car.'
More significantly, Cassidy appears to be navigating complex family dynamics following Payne's tragic death. The One Direction star died on October 16, 2024 in Buenos Aires after falling from a hotel balcony. A subsequent toxicology report revealed alcohol, cocaine and prescription antidepressants in his system.
Recently, Payne's sister Ruth seemingly criticised Cassidy in a heartfelt tribute, writing: 'Everyone only seems interested in the public side of this. Some sadly seem more interested in the fame they can gain off this...'
Cassidy later shared images from a paid luxury hotel trip during the anniversary of his death on October 16, including one where she raised her middle finger to the camera with her tongue out - interpreted by many as a response to the criticism.
Moving Forward After Tragedy
According to a friend speaking to the Daily Mail, Cassidy is now open to dating again a year after Payne's death. The source revealed she experienced severe depression following the tragedy, with months where she 'didn't even seem like herself' and became almost reclusive.
'There were months where I literally didn't see her smile, and I was seeing her every day,' the friend disclosed. 'It was so concerning.'
However, the friend confirms Cassidy is now in a better place: 'She's moving forward now. She knows it's what he would have wanted.' The influencer is reportedly ignoring gossip surrounding Payne's death, including allegations from his friends that she's tormenting his family, and focusing on rebuilding her life.
