Liam Payne's girlfriend Kate Cassidy was overcome with emotion as she marked the painful anniversary of her close friend's tragic death this week. The 30-year-old former One Direction star was seen offering comfort to his distraught partner during the difficult period.
In a raw and emotional social media post that has since been deleted, Cassidy shared her grief with followers, writing: "3 years today and it still doesn't feel real." The heartfelt message was accompanied by several touching photographs capturing happier moments with her departed friend.
Support System
Payne, who has been dating Cassidy since earlier this year, appeared to be providing crucial emotional support during this challenging time. The couple were photographed together shortly after the anniversary, with Payne staying close to his emotional girlfriend.
The photographs shared by Cassidy showed her friend beaming with happiness in various settings, including what appeared to be holiday snaps and casual everyday moments. One particularly poignant image captured the pair smiling broadly while embracing, perfectly preserving their bond.
Moving Forward
This emotional tribute comes as Payne and Cassidy's relationship continues to grow stronger. The couple went public with their romance earlier this year and have since been spotted on multiple dates around London.
Friends close to the pair have noted how Payne has been particularly supportive of Cassidy during difficult moments, with this latest display of solidarity highlighting the depth of their connection.
While Cassidy chose to remove the emotional tribute from her social media profiles, the brief glimpse into her grieving process has touched many followers who praised her honesty about the continuing impact of loss.
