Ruth Gibbins, the singer’s sister, paid an emotional tribute to the artist on social media
Ruth Gibbins, sister of Liam Payne, former member of One Direction, expressed her mourning this Saturday, 19th, for the death of the singer, who passed away last Wednesday, 16th, at the age of 31. The British artist died after jumping from the third floor of the hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he was staying.
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According to authorities, Liam Payne died from multiple traumas and bleeding after the fall. The investigation is still ongoing and Argentine authorities are treating the case with caution. The singer’s father is already in Argentina to deal with the paperwork following his son’s death.
In a social media rant, Ruth shared how she coped with the loss. “My brain is having a hard time understanding what’s going on, I can’t believe you’re gone. I just want to drive to your house and find you there writing a song or making art and sit with you while you draw or do some processing,” he wrote to her on Instagram.
Ruth also highlighted her brother’s infectious humor and multifaceted talent. “What I love most about you is your ability to make me laugh, I never laugh as much as when I’m with you. I’ve always admired your talent, it should be illegal and not only have the ability to be good at some things, but in everything you try to do, without even knowing you are killing it every time, I love your kindness and I am very proud to call you my brother and my best friend dinner,” he continued in his message.
He also reflected on the challenges Liam has faced in recent years. “I don’t think this world has been good or kind enough to you, and several times over the last few years you’ve tried really hard to overcome everything that was against you. You just wanted to be loved and make people happy with your music. never believed he was good enough, I hope he can now see the outpouring of love he never received when he was alive,” he said.
In her open letter, the sister also highlighted how close they were to each other. “Thank you for changing my life, thank you for the amazing memories, thank you for being the best friend and brother I could have. We will take care of Bear [filho de Liam] and he will always know how amazing his father was and how much you idolized him. I’m sorry I couldn’t save you. I love you and my heart misses you so much. For the last time, I must tell you that I am here if you need anything and that I would drive to the edge of the universe to bring you back.”
The beginning of fame
In the letter Ruth also recalled the early moments of Liam’s career. He distinguished himself in the United Kingdom when he participated in the music program The X Factor, which led him to join the band One Direction, achieving international fame.
“He left home when he was 17 to follow his dreams, that’s what got me through the driving test during The X Factor, because I couldn’t even think about not going to him. I used to go to him regularly after finishing work just have a cup of tea and talk,” he recalled.
She also mentioned how Liam shared his new music with her, during a period of intense growth for the singer. “I used to pick him up from work when it all started, especially after shows. Liam would put new songs for albums on his phone, he loved One Direction and he loved his brothers [os outros integrantes da banda]we talked about it a lot. He played one after another songs that were recorded but were not used. We sat and listened like it was a mini show,” he said fondly.
Ruth also highlighted Liam’s natural talent for music. “Liam was born with music in his veins, it was clear from an early age that he had a quality that would make him a star. I could sit and listen to him sing all day, which was hard work because he wouldn’t stop! I never got tired of it . of the look he gave me when he showed the new songs,” he wrote, fondly remembering his brother.
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