Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, shared a look inside his mansion multi-million dollar rental in South Florida.
The mansion, where he lived with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, was featured in a playful video.
Tragically, this came just weeks before Payne’s death in Buenos Aires, which left fans devastated.
The $9,500-a-month retreat in Wellington
Payne rented a $1.73 million Spanish-style home in an exclusive gated community in Wellington, Florida. Known as “Horse Town USA,” the area is famous for equestrian sports.
The house was spacious, with a brilliant white frontage, reflecting a classic yet modern style. Payne introduced the mansion in a satirical Snapchat video, playfully mocking TV’s “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous”.
Wearing sunglasses, he gestured towards the home, saying, “Who lives in a house like this? Let’s go and find out.”
A tour of Payne’s quirky commentary
Inside, Payne continued his humorous narrative, dubbing the home “LJP Cribs.” He joked, “Built during the first revolution, original stone… they knocked a few walls through, and the ceiling was vaulted twice.”
His playful tone added a casual charm to the video as he strolled through the minimally furnished, white-walled interiors.
Payne shared more jokes throughout the tour. Passing two wicker baskets, he said, “This is where I keep my pet snakes, Sid and Alan.” Showing a recessed arch, he quipped, “This contained one of the most important paintings in the world, but it was stolen.”
Payne gave a glimpse inside the mansion in a playful walkthrough.
Moving through different parts of the house, Payne playfully questioned, “Why is a drawing room called a drawing room?”
He gave a lighthearted laugh but left the question unanswered. At a tiny closet, he said, “This is where we hide people,” continuing his tongue-in-cheek commentary.
On the upper level, he strutted down the hallway, declaring, “I’m a busy man. I need space to think.” In one of the bedrooms, he showcased a walk-in closet filled with shoes belonging to Kate Cassidy, stating, “This is where we hide a few more people.”
The video concluded with Payne walking down the staircase, saying, “Thanks for watching LJP Cribs.”
Kate Cassidy’ tour and return to Florida
Kate Cassidy, a 25-year-old influencer, shared her own tour of the mansion. In a casual outfit, she stood outside the house, introducing viewers to a mini house tour.
She showed off the living room with a mustard-colored sofa, saying, “Honestly, this is kinda fun… welcome to the house.” Clearly still moving in, Cassidy added, “We have this fun staircase, which is super fun,” as she ran up and down it.
Cassidy led viewers through a dining room with a dark table and a “nighttime vibe” living room.
She commented, “If you want sun and your cup of coffee in the morning, living room number one is your place to be.” In the kitchen, she highlighted the lunch setup and the tree-bordered, mosaic-tiled pool, saying, “What’s Florida without a pool? It’s way too hot every day.”
Cassidy’s transition from South America to Florida
Cassidy had planned to stay longer in South America, but before the tragedy, she expressed her desire to return home. “I was just like, I need to go home,” she shared in a video. Cassidy also mentioned how her planned five-day trip turned into two weeks, which she felt was too long.
She documented her return to the U.S., proudly showing her first-class ticket and expressing her anxiety about flying.
The influencer complained about the lack of food options at the airport lounge but was later seen enjoying a steak meal on the plane.
Upon arrival, she shared her relief, saying, “I landed at 6 am… I was so happy to be home, it’s just so relieving.”
The video concluded with Cassidy eating a bagel, stating, “First thing I did, ordered a bagel, obviously with cream cheese.”
Liam Payne’s video offered a lighthearted glimpse into his life before tragedy struck. His playful tour reflected his humor and laid-back attitude. Meanwhile, Kate Cassidy’s return from South America highlighted her desire for comfort at home.
These snapshots of their life together provide bittersweet memories for fans who mourn Payne’s loss.