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ABC News
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Reserve Bank expected to cut interest rates
AJ McLean is sharing how Liam Payne will be honored on their upcoming show months after the One Direction alum's tragic death. Payne as well as Kelly Rowland and Nicole Scherzinger worked as judges alongside McLean as host on the new singing competition series Building the Band and got to know each other more on a personal level while filming the show. At 90s Con in March, the Backstreet Boys singer remembered his late co-worker and how they bonded over similar struggles they each faced throughout their lives, per People . "The very last thing Liam did was work on this amazing TV show for Netflix called Building the Band , which will be out this summer. And we're dedicating the show to him," he said at the time, adding, "I got to really know him on a personal level and we had a lot of very similar life experiences, both in sobriety and out of sobriety." Payne died October 16, 2024, after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, while under the influence. After his death, it was unclear how Building the Band would move forward in Payne's absence. However, Netflix confirmed last week that he will still appear as a judge when the show airs later this summer, People reports. A source told the outlet that Payne was "fulfilled" by his time on Building the Band and was looking forward to working with the bands after the show ended. A premiere date for Building the Band has not been announced.
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Tom Cruise is all praise for Ana de Armas-starrer Ballerina amid romance rumours
Late singer Liam Payne will make his final appearance as a guest judge in Netflix's music competition show, "Building the Band," set to release this summer. The series, hosted by AJ McLean, features contestants mentored by Nicole Scherzinger and Kelly Rowland. The show was filmed before Payne's death in October 2022.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Liam Payne to Still Appear on Singing Competition Series 'Building the Band' After His Tragic Death, Confirms Netflix
Liam Payne will appear on Netflix's Building the Band following his tragic death at age 31 in October 2024, the streaming platform confirmed on May 14 Sources previously told PEOPLE the singing competition show's fate was unclear The series will premiere later this summerThe late Liam Payne will remain on Building the Band. After the "Strip That Down" singer's tragic death at age 31 in October 2024, sources told PEOPLE the fate of Netflix's Building the Band — which features Payne as a judge — was unclear. Now, the streaming platform has confirmed he will still appear on the singing competition series. According to an article published May 14 on Netflix's Tudum platform, footage of the One Direction alum serving as a judge will remain in the upcoming show, which premieres later this summer. The judging panel also includes Nicole Scherzinger and Kelly Rowland, while AJ McLean will host the program. Building the Band will follow contestants as they attempt to form a music group without ever meeting face-to-face. Prior to Payne's death, Rowland told PEOPLE he was "absolutely hilarious" during their time working on the show. "I didn't know how funny he was, so I'm getting to know him, and he is so cool," she said in August 2024. The "For You" artist died in October 2024 after falling from the CasaSur Palermo Hotel's balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A preliminary autopsy revealed that he died of multiple injuries and 'internal and external' hemorrhages. According to his toxicology report, which was released in November, Payne had "alcohol, cocaine and prescription antidepressants" in his body. Earlier this year, Payne's cause of death was confirmed by an inquest in the UK as "polytrauma," according to a hearing in December at Buckinghamshire Coroner's Court, per the BBC. Following his death, Scherzinger — who is credited alongside Simon Cowell with creating One Direction when Payne was a contestant on The X Factor in 2010 — paid tribute to him on Instagram. 'Dear Liam, I will forever cherish and treasure the time we shared together, from fifteen years ago when One Direction was born, right up until just a few weeks ago,' she wrote. 'It was such a blessing to get to work with you recently. We shared the same love and passion for music and I will forever remember the meaningful and joyful conversations we had.' 'It's been so hard to process that you're no longer here, but I am grateful to have known your kind heart, sweet soul and character,' the former Pussycat Dolls star continued. 'You brought so much joy, light, and laughter to the lives of those that truly knew you,' she wrote before concluding with, "I will 'miss you' my friend and carry you in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. 🙏🏽♥️.' Read the original article on People
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Future of Liam Payne's final TV show filmed months before his tragic death revealed
TRAGIC Liam Payne's family have backed plans to air his final TV show. Talent contest Building The Band was filmed months before his death last October. 4 Liam was a judge and mentor alongside singers Nicole Scherzinger and Kelly Rowland. Speculation had been rife that the Netflix project would be axed, or Liam's part would be cut out of respect, following his fatal balcony fall at the age of 31 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A source said: 'Liam was on great form at filming so everyone's pleased fans will get to see the 'real' him one last time. 'It will be bittersweet when the show is released. "Netflix have gone out of their way to make sure his family are happy. "Producers sent them the footage so they are fully aware of what to expect and they have given it their blessing.' Much like the origins of Liam's band One Direction, the show, filmed in Manchester, creates a group from strangers. Host and Backstreet Boys' star AJ McLean said: 'Liam lit up the room any time we were on set. "We spent pretty much six weeks, 14-hour days locked in a sound stage together, sharing stories. Liam Payne revealed guilt over spending money on himself and determination to help family with debts as late star's staggering fortune revealed "We were talking about music, about life, about sobriety. 'He was a light and we are dedicating the show to him. 'I'm glad people get to see this side of him. To remember him this way. Because this is really truly who he is. He's now in a safer place.' 4 4 Liam Payne's sad death On October 16, 2024, Liam Payne sadly died, leaving family, friends and fans devastated. Here we take you through the biggest stories to unfold since his tragic passing: Liam's death is announced. The star's family release a heartbreaking statement. Liam's cause of death revealed after he fell from a balcony. The singer's One Direction bandmates pay tribute. Cheryl Cole describes 'earth shattering' agony following the death of son's father. Mourners gather at vigils around the world to honour the late star. Liam's girlfriend Kate Cassidy makes an emotional tribute. Liam's body is flown back to the UK with his family. Zayn Malik reschedules his tour dates due to 'unforeseen circumstances' following Liam's death. Liam's family announce his funeral.
Forbes
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Backstreet Boys Score Their First New Billboard Bestseller In Half A Decade
Rascal Flatts and the Backstreet Boys' reimagined 'What Hurts the Most' debuts at No. 6 on the ... More Country Digital Song Sales chart and lands on the all-genre Digital Song Sales list. TAMPA, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 16: (L-R) Brian Littrell, Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Kevin Richardson, and Howie Dorough of Backstreet Boys perform onstage during iHeartRadio 93.3 FLZ's Jingle Ball 2022 Presented by Capital One at Amalie Arena on December 16, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo byfor iHeartRadio) The Backstreet Boys are back — on the charts, that is. The boy band returns to multiple Billboard rankings this frame, alongside one of the most successful groups in country music, Rascal Flatts. While the two acts may seem like unlikely duet partners, they've teamed up to rework a classic and scored a win on a pair of tallies, earning the Backstreet Boys their first new bestseller in years. "What Hurts the Most" sees Rascal Flatts putting a new spin on one of its most familiar singles. The country group is preparing to release a collaborative album comprised of huge hits that have been reimagined as duets. That includes this tune with the Backstreet Boys, which quickly became a bestseller. The updated "What Hurts the Most" sold just over 2,050 copies in its first full tracking frame, according to Luminate. That sum was large enough to earn the group another chart hit — and it gives the Backstreet Boys their first appearance on the Digital Song Sales list in years. This frame, it opens at No. 21 on that all-style roster. With "What Hurts the Most," the Backstreet Boys earn their milestone tenth appearance on Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart. It's been nearly half a decade since the Grammy-nominated group last launched a cut on the tally. The Backstreet Boys most recently debuted on the ranking in December 2020 when Britney Spears released "Matches" — a throwaway bonus track that nearly cracked the top 10, as it entered at No. 11 and held there for one frame. Among the group's Digital Song Sales chart entries are just two top 10s. The Backstreet Boys climbed highest with "Incomplete," which rose to No. 4 back in 2005. In 2018, the band returned to the region with "Chances," which spent one week at No. 9. Of course, many of the Backstreet Boys' biggest hits came long before the introduction of this chart. Some, such as "I Just Want You to Know" and "Inconsolable," peaked below No. 25, where the tally currently ends after being shortened several years ago. Rascal Flatts now claims a milestone 25 wins on the Digital Song Sales chart. Two of those tracks, including the original version of "What Hurts the Most," peaked at No. 3, which still stands as the loftiest position the country band has climbed. The updated "What Hurts the Most" is also a major win on the Country Digital Song Sales chart, which is a more focused tally than the all-genre list. The duet brings both Rascal Flatts and the Backstreet Boys into the top 10 on that roster, as the song kicks off its time at No. 6.
