A British Airways flight attendant is being criticized as “heartless” for an insensitive reveal about the late Liam Payne’s body on a flight home.
A crew member is alleged to have dishonored the privacy rules by disclosing that Liam’s remains were repatriated on a flight from Buenos Aires where, at 31 years of age, he had a fatal fall from his hotel balcony on October 16. Despite suffering multiple traumas that resulted in a devastating haemorrhage, it wasn’t until November 6 that his body was permitted to be flown back. The flight attendant reportedly informed her social media followers with a message stating, “Just been told we’re carrying a coffin with us today,” before revealing, “To then find out it’s Liam Payne’s body and his family are on our flight too, heart-breaking.”
Insiders have reported that after these claims surfaced, the individual involved has been suspended by British Airways.
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They alleged: “This stewardess cares more for her online social media following than her job. She has been brought to the attention of bosses due to previous posts. It is a serious data breach, not to mention a callous and heartless move to tell the world of Liam’s final journey for the good of her online following.”
A representative for the airline told The Mirror: “We are investigating this matter so it would be inappropriate to comment further.”
Wolverhampton-born Liam was laid to rest earlier this week, near his former home in Buckinghamshire. His grieving parents, Karen and Geoff, were joined by his sisters Ruth and Nicola, as well as his ex-girlfriend and mother of his young son, Cheryl Tweedy.
Insiders claimed that while everyone inside the beautiful church in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, remembered his kind gestures and lovable personality, they felt an “unfathomable loss”. After the funeral, a bystander told The Mirror: “Liam’s former One Direction bandmates stood shoulder to shoulder, their grief clear, as they exchanged quiet words and comforting embraces. Simon Cowell, his face still etched with sorrow, was seen consoling Liam’s friends and family, offering no doubt heartfelt words amid the shared pain.”
Liam’s family spared no detail in making the service a heartfelt tribute to the singer. The ceremony seamlessly blended traditional elements, such as flower arrangements and candles, with personal touches that celebrated Liam’s life.
Upon entering the Buckinghamshire church, mourners were greeted by a unique floral display featuring bowling pins being knocked down by a ball, crafted from fresh flowers. This poignant piece paid homage to Liam’s well-known passion for bowling, which he had celebrated with his family on his 31st birthday just this August 29th.
Additionally, many cars arriving at the church bore Batman stickers on their windshields, featuring the iconic black bat logo against a white background. Liam’s affection for Batman was no secret, with some fans even describing him as “obsessed” with the enigmatic superhero.