Damian Hurley Supports Liam Payne’s Girlfriend Kate Cassidy Through Tough Times

Liam Payne’s tragic passing has left a profound impact on those close to him, including his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy. In this difficult time, Cassidy has found solace in the company of Elizabeth Hurley’s son, Damian. The supportive bond between the two was on display as they attended Payne’s funeral together.

Damian, 22, and Cassidy, 25, forged a connection through social media prior to the tragedy, and their relationship has deepened in the wake of the shocking loss. A source revealed that they share “an incredible bond,” emphasizing that Cassidy felt the need for someone to lean on during this emotional day.

Damian, the only child of 59-year-old actress Elizabeth Hurley, expressed his grief on Instagram, paying tribute to Payne with a heartfelt message alongside a photo of the two of them embraced. He wrote, “One of the sweetest men I’ve ever met. A devastating loss. Thinking of and sending love to Liam’s family, especially my beautiful friend Kate.”

The funeral took place at St Mary’s Church in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, where Cassidy was seen dressed in a long black coat with fur details, walking closely beside Damian. After the service, Cassidy was photographed gazing at a large floral tribute, a nod to Payne’s fondness for ten-pin bowling—a sport he was known to enjoy.

In her own emotional tribute, Cassidy thanked everyone for their support, sharing, “I have been at a complete loss. Nothing about the past few days has felt real. I ask and pray that you’ll give me the grace and space to navigate this in private. Liam, my angel. You are everything.” Her love for Payne shone through as she promised to carry those feelings with her forever.

The 31-year-old singer’s death was ruled an accident after he fell from a third-story balcony on October 16 at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel. In the wake of this tragedy, Payne’s former One Direction bandmates—Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik—were all in attendance at the funeral. Malik even postponed his UK tour to be present, highlighting the deep connection they all shared.

Encouraged by this heartbreaking experience, the remaining band members have resolved to stay more connected moving forward, particularly focusing on Zayn, who has openly struggled with mental health issues. As one source noted, “Liam’s death has highlighted how crucial it is to keep in touch and be aware of one another’s well-being.”

Simon Cowell, who played a pivotal role in forming One Direction, expressed his sorrow with poignant reflections on their bond, declaring that he always saw the band members as brothers. The ripple effects of this loss continue to resonate throughout their community, mourning the departure of a beloved friend and companion.