Despite not working on new music or any signs of a One Direction reunion, sources say Liam was often in good spirits. In 2023, he had been candid about his sobriety journey, sharing a YouTube video detailing a 100-day stint in rehab and celebrating nearly six months of sobriety.
However, Argentinian authorities have painted a different picture following the singer's death. After Liam’s fatal fall from a hotel balcony on Wednesday, officials revealed they found clonazepam and a white powder in his room, which is currently being analyzed. A hotel staffer had made an emergency call, reporting that a guest was "overwhelmed" by drugs and alcohol, and staff had been unable to access the room for several days.
Photos from inside the room showed signs of chaos, including a smashed television and broken items scattered on the floor. A police official later confirmed that Liam had jumped from the balcony, though the investigation is still ongoing.
Liam is survived by his 7-year-old son, Bear, whom he shares with ex-partner Cheryl Cole.