Rita Ora honors Liam Payne with emotional tribute at MTV Europe Music Awards
Rita Ora paid tribute to Liam Payne during the MTV Europe Music Awards on November 10, 2024. She became emotional while remembering the late One Direction star, who passed away on October 16. Ora described Payne as "one of the kindest people" she knew and highlighted his generous spirit. She encouraged the audience to remember him as MTV aired a video tribute featuring black and white photos of Payne. Liam Payne gained fame as a member of One Direction, formed on The X Factor in 2010. The band became one of the best-selling music acts, and Payne later pursued a solo career.