Early Life and Education of Liam Payne: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Liam Payne. A timeline of key moments.

Liam Payne is an English singer and songwriter best known as a member of the globally successful boy band One Direction. Formed on the British television series The X Factor in 2010, where Payne auditioned as a solo artist, One Direction achieved international fame and became one of the best-selling boy bands. Payne's career began with his X Factor auditions, leading to his inclusion in the group alongside Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, and Louis Tomlinson. The band secured third place on the show and went on to achieve significant commercial success.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

August 1993: Birth at New Cross Hospital

In August 1993, Liam James Payne was born at New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton.

August 1993: Liam Payne's birth

In August 1993, Liam James Payne was born.

2010: Started dating Danielle Peazer

In 2010, Liam Payne, then 17, began dating Danielle Peazer, a dancer on The X Factor.

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2013: Broke up with Danielle Peazer

In 2013, Liam Payne broke up with Danielle Peazer.

2013: Campaign with Trekstock raises $784,198

In 2013, Liam Payne's campaign with Trekstock, a youth cancer charity, raised $784,198.

2013: Comic Relief Support

In 2013, One Direction supported Comic Relief, raising over £2 million through a charity single and volunteering in Ghana.

2015: Started dating Sophia Smith

From 2013 to 2015, Liam Payne dated childhood friend Sophia Smith, until they broke up in 2015. In late 2015, he started dating singer Cheryl.

2015: Campaign with Trekstock raises an additional $211,237

In 2015, Liam Payne's campaign with Trekstock raised an additional $211,237. That year, he was also named an ambassador of Sustainable Development Goals and helped promote 'The Youth Zone' in Wolverhampton.

2015: Partnered with Action/2015

In 2015, One Direction, including Liam Payne, partnered with Action/2015 to launch the "Action 1D" campaign, raising awareness about global issues.

March 2017: Birth of son

On March 22, 2017, Liam Payne and Cheryl had a son.

2018: Charity ball and Gogglebox episode

In 2018, Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson co-hosted a charity ball in honour of Believe in Magic, donating over £5 million collectively. Also in 2018, they filmed an episode of Gogglebox in support of Stand Up to Cancer.

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2018: Relationship with Cheryl ended

In 2018, Liam Payne's relationship with Cheryl ended.

May 2019: Spoke out against anti-abortion legislation

In May 2019, Liam Payne spoke out against anti-abortion legislation passed in Alabama, stating it took away women's rights.

2019: Started dating Maya Henry

In 2019, Liam Payne began dating model Maya Henry.

May 2020: Expressed support for Black Lives Matter

In May 2020, Liam Payne expressed support for the Black Lives Matter movement and encouraged fans to educate themselves and donate. He also attended London Black Lives Matter protests.

August 2020: Engaged to Maya Henry

In August 2020, Liam Payne and Maya Henry became engaged.

2020: Donor to the Trussell Trust

In 2020, Liam Payne became a donor to the Trussell Trust, funding more than 360,000 meals during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also donated £80,000 and volunteered at Euston Food Bank and Food for All.

2020: Estimated net worth and move to Chalfont St Giles

In 2020, Liam Payne's net worth was estimated at £47 million. Also in 2020, he moved to Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire to be near his son.

June 2021: Separation from Maya Henry

By June 2021, Liam Payne and Maya Henry had separated.

2021: Listed Surrey home for sale

In 2021, Liam Payne listed his Surrey home for sale.

May 2022: Ended engagement with Maya Henry

In May 2022, Liam Payne and Maya Henry ended their engagement for a second time.

June 2022: Interview with Logan Paul

On June 1, 2022, Liam Payne was interviewed by Logan Paul for his podcast series while intoxicated, discussing One Direction's origins and his relationship with Zayn Malik. He later clarified his remarks on Malik and apologised.

October 2022: Began relationship with Kate Cassidy

From October 2022, Liam Payne was in a relationship with influencer Kate Cassidy.

2022: Participated in UNICEF's Soccer Aid

In 2022, Liam Payne captained the English team in UNICEF's Soccer Aid.

May 2023: Sober for over three months

In May 2023, Liam Payne mentioned being sober for over three months.

August 2023: Hospitalization for kidney infection

In August 2023, Liam Payne was hospitalized with a kidney infection, which led to the postponement of his Latin America tour scheduled for September.

2023: Participated in UNICEF's Soccer Aid

In 2023, Liam Payne returned for UNICEF's Soccer Aid event.

October 2024: Travels to Argentina

In early October 2024, Liam Payne and his girlfriend Kate Cassidy travelled to Argentina to renew his United States O visa and to attend Niall Horan's 'The Show: Live on Tour' concert at the Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires.