The tragic passing of the 31-year-old singer and former One Direction member has left millions grieving worldwide. From his former bandmates to the broader music community, tributes have poured in as everyone mourns the heartbreaking loss.
Among those expressing their sorrow is the professional dancer and his ex-girlfriend, Danielle Peazer, who recently shared her feelings about the loss of a dear friend.
Who is Liam Payne’s Ex-Girlfriend, Danielle Peazer?
Danielle Peazer is a professional dancer and fitness influencer who studied at the English National Ballet School before landing her big break as a backup dancer on The X Factor, the reality TV show that also brought Liam Payne into the spotlight as a member of One Direction.
As per her official website, she has established herself as one of London’s most sought-after dancers in the commercial sector. Peazer has also worked with renowned pop stars like Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, and Robbie Williams.
Transitioning into the role of an online fitness influencer, she has made a niche in creating outstanding content focused on cardio and body sculpting. Peazer actively shares content on her social media, boasting over 1 million followers on Instagram and more than 300,000 subscribers on her YouTube channel.
In addition to her content creation, Peazer launched the wellness app Pause by Danielle Peazer, with an aim to help users prioritize their physical and mental health with workout videos ranging from 5 to 30 minutes.
She has also collaborated with major brands like Victoria’s Secret, Nike, and Clinique, and served as a global ambassador for Reebok for three years. Furthermore, Peazer has appeared on the covers of Women’s Fitness and Debut magazines.
Liam Payne And Danielle Peazer’s Relationship
Danielle Peazer and Liam Payne met during the reality TV show The X Factor. Peazer performed as a backup dancer on the show while Payne competed alongside his bandmates Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson.
The former couple dated for three years, with their relationship ending in 2013. As per E! News, the pair was spotted together again years later, leading to speculation about a rekindled romance, but that was the last time they were romantically linked.
While details behind their split remain unclear, reports indicated that their busy work schedules put a strain on the relationship.A source told The Sun, as per Huffington Post,
They have been trying for months to make it work but it just hasn’t. They had a big chat last month and decided there wasn’t any point in dragging it out — Liam’s on tour until November and Danielle’s very busy so they basically never see each other.
As per Daily Mail, the Bedroom Floor singer later admitted that he was “devastated” after their separation. Despite their split after a three-year relationship, Peazer and Payne seemed to have remained close friends, as she revealed that the Teardrops singer had messaged her shortly before his passing.
Danielle Peazer’s Heartfelt Tribute to Liam Payne Following His Tragic Passing
After his former bandmates released a joint statement and paid tribute to the late singer, Danielle Peazer also took to Instagram to express her deep sorrow over his passing.
The singer tragically passed away after falling from a third-floor balcony of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In her heartfelt Instagram message, Peazer reflected on their 14-year relationship, sharing her profound grief.
In the Instagram post, Peazer also shared a message she received a couple of weeks before his passing, saying,
Receiving a message from you a couple of weeks ago expressing your happiness for the love I found with Sonny and Mia is something I’ll cherish forever.
In an Instagram story, she shared her shock and sadness over losing a dear friend. “I will be back soon when I’m ready, but until then, please take care of yourselves and each other,” she concluded, as per The Independent, suggesting she might take a break from social media for a while.
Who is Danielle Peazer Dating Now?
Following their split, both Danielle Peazer and Liam Payne moved on to new romantic relationships. Payne began dating Cheryl Cole, and the couple welcomed their son, Bear, in 2017, before they eventually split in 2018.
Most recently, he was known to be in a relationship with social media star Kate Cassidy, who was with him just days before his passing in Argentina.
Meanwhile, Danielle Peazer has been in a relationship with Sonny Jay, the host of The Capital Late Show and a former winner of Dancing on Ice, since 2021. In a previous Instagram clip, she opened up about her relationship with Sonny Jay, saying,
Without even realising that I’d evolved, I met [Sonny Jay] and I didn’t even need to express my morals, standards or desires in a relationship. He just gets it. He gets me, and I’ve never felt safety in a relationship like this.
The couple announced their pregnancy earlier this year and welcomed their daughter, Mia, in May 2024. Peazer has been sharing her pregnancy journey with her followers on Instagram and through vlogs on her YouTube channel.
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