Liam James Payne was born on August 29, 1993, in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England. He is currently single and was previously in a relationship with model Maya Henry. They became engaged in August 2020 but later separated in June 2021. Liam has one child, Bear Grey Payne, born in March 2017, with his ex-girlfriend Cheryl Cole. 

Liam Payne rose to fame as a member of the globally successful boy band One Direction, formed on the British television series The X Factor in 2010. Following the band's hiatus in 2016, he embarked on a solo career, releasing his debut single "Strip That Down" featuring Quavo in 2017, which achieved significant commercial success. His debut album, LP1, was released in December 2019 and showcased his evolution as an artist. Over the years, he has collaborated with various artists including Rita Ora and J Balvin, contributing to numerous chart-topping hits. With over 23 million singles sold and extensive streaming success, Payne has established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary pop music.