The 2025 Brit Awards will be even more emotional for One Direction fans as the late singer Liam Payne is to be honored with a heartfelt tribute from his former bandmates. Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan are reportedly in talks to reunite for a performance at the event.
One Direction Tribute Sparks Speculation of Reunion
According to a music industry insider, discussions about a potential One Direction reunion are already underway. The source shared with The Sun, “The tribute to Liam at this year’s awards show has caused a real buzz and speculation that the remaining One Direction bandmates could finally come back together again on stage.”
The insider added, “It would be an entirely fitting way to honor Liam, and talks are already underway about how to make this segment of the Brits unforgettable. Liam loved the Brit Awards and attended and performed many times over the years, both with 1D and as a solo artist, and will forever be part of the show’s history.”
Tribute Plans Still in the Early Stages
Although the preparations are still at the “very early stages,” the tribute promised to be a memorable event. The source revealed that “the finer details are still being worked out, with official approaches to be made in the coming weeks, but there are set to be a mixture of performances, tasteful photo and video montages, and a live orchestra.
The insider also mentioned that other industry stars would join in honoring Liam on the night, adding, “As well as the possibility of the One Direction lads being involved, other stars from the industry will be on hand to remember Liam on the night.”
A Decade After the Split
If the reunion happens, that will be one of the few public performances of the band since their separation in 2016. The 45th Brit Awards are to be held on March 1, 2025, at London’s The O2 Arena.
Liam Payne dies after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony on October 16, 2024. He was only 31. Liam’s memorial was conducted in Buckinghamshire where some of his fellow bandmates at One Direction attended the service, some visibly emotional.