Now, attention turns to the singer’s fortune, approximately millions amassed from his boy band days and solo career. With questions lingering about who will inherit his wealth and mysteries surrounding his tragic final hours, one question remains — what truly happened in Liam’s final chapter?

Following Liam’s passing in October, sources revealed that the former One Direction star funded Kate’s lavish lifestyle, providing her a monthly allowance of $10,000 for living expenses.

On top of that, the influencer and model reportedly had access to the late singer’s credit card, which she frequently used for high-end clothing and other purchases totaling an estimated $25,000 each month.

However, she flew back to the couple’s home in America on October 14, which she documented in a TikTok video, while the late singer remained in South America. After the tragedy, Kate traveled to Britain to join Liam’s family and close friends at an emotional funeral service in Amersham, Buckinghamshire.

She also took to Instagram to share an emotional message that read in part, “Liam, I know we’ll be together forever, but not in the way we had planned. You’ll always be with me. I’ve gained a guardian angel. I will love you for the rest of my life and beyond, carrying our dreams and memories with me everywhere I go.”

Liam’s son Bear, from his relationship with Cheryl Tweedy, stands to inherit his father’s carefully secured fortune. Bear, now seven years old, will reportedly receive the estimated £30 million, around $38 million, the singer amassed during his successful career as part of One Direction and his solo ventures.

“He always wanted to do the right thing by him financially. It is a small consolation that Bear will never want for anything, that he will at least benefit from that,” they further noted.

Kate, on the other hand, has reportedly decided not to claim any part of her late boyfriend’s estate. “She says she’s not going to claim anything from his estate because they weren’t married and he has a son,” a friend shared.

However, as loved ones cope with the emotional toll of his passing, unanswered questions about the circumstances of Liam’s death continue to linger. Argentinian authorities are still investigating the events surrounding his fall from a third-floor balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel.

Both women gave sworn statements and allowed police to search their homes, but no sign of the missing Rolex was found. Authorities have yet to rule out foul play at the time of writing, and have stated that additional searches of Liam’s hotel suite are planned.

“We know from images that Liam had the watch on the day of his death,” a judicial source shared with Argentinian media, further fueling speculation.

Liam Payne’s life was one of immense talent, generosity, and love that ended under tragic and mysterious circumstances. As his son stands to inherit a secure future, fans and loved ones continue to remember the late star’s legacy.