Liam Payne’s $32 Million Estate to Be Managed by Ex-Partner Cheryl Tweedy for Son Bear
Buenos Aires, Argentina – May 30, 2025 – Following the tragic death of former One Direction star Liam Payne on October 16, 2024, after a fall from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, his $32 million (£24.3 million) estate has become the subject of significant attention. Payne, who died at age 31 without a will, left behind a substantial fortune, including money, property, and possessions. According to probate documents, the gross value of his estate was £28.6 million, reduced to £24.3 million after debts and expenses.
A British court has appointed Payne’s ex-partner, Cheryl Tweedy (professionally known as Cheryl), and music industry lawyer Richard Bray as administrators of the estate. Cheryl, who dated Payne from 2016 to 2018 and shares their eight-year-old son, Bear, will manage the estate alongside Bray until a final court decision is made. Under intestacy rules, Payne’s fortune is set to be placed in a trust for Bear, to be accessed when he reaches adulthood, with Cheryl acting as guardian. The administrators have limited authority and cannot distribute funds until the court issues a general grant.
Speculation has arisen about Payne’s girlfriend at the time of his death, Kate Cassidy, potentially claiming a portion of the estate. Legal experts suggest Cassidy could pursue a claim based on a note Payne wrote expressing his intent to marry her within a year. However, such a note holds no legal standing, making her claim uncertain. Posts on X have reflected public interest, with users noting, “Liam Payne’s ex Cheryl… has been left with his $32.2 million estate,” emphasizing her role as administrator.
Concerns have also emerged about the security of Payne’s estate, with reports of a $60,000 Rolex watch allegedly linked to Payne surfacing on the black market. This has raised questions about the protection of assets intended for Bear.
The estate’s management remains ongoing, with Cheryl and Bray tasked with preserving Payne’s legacy for his son amidst legal and public scrutiny.
