The late Liam Payne’s partner Kate Cassidy has shared a heartfelt post about experiencing grief at Christmas.

It comes two months on from the news that Liam had died, aged 31. Last month, Kate was among the loved ones who gathered at a funeral for the One Direction member. She’s now shared a post about grief ahead of Christmas Day. Kate, whom Liam had been dating since 2022, shared the post on her Instagram Story on Tuesday night.

The post included a few lines about the holiday season, reminding her followers that it can involve “sadness and grief”. The post read: “As the holidays are here, I realize it is a time for happiness and joy, but it is also a time of sadness and grief for so many. Be gentle with those around you this time of year, as the holidays can feel different for everyone.”

It continued: “Sending all my love to those carrying grief this holiday. I hope the seasons bring you comfort and peace.” The post that was shared by Kate concluded: “Wishing everyone a love-filled and healthy holiday season this year.”

Kate Cassidy shared a post this week about people experiencing grief at Christmas ( 
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Kate (right) has experienced the loss of her own late partner Liam Payne (left) recently ( 
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Just days ago, Kate appeared to unveil a tattoo tribute to Liam, which featured a pair of angel wings. She has made references to angels since his death, like mentioning the number 444, which is described as the “angel number”.

Kate paid tribute to Liam just days after his death in October. She wrote at the time: “Thank you for all of the kind words and love that has been sent my way. I have been at a complete loss. Nothing about the past few days have felt real. I ask and pray that you’ll give me the grace and space to navigate this in private. Liam, my angel. You are everything. I want you to know I loved you unconditionally and completely. I will continue to love you for the rest of my life. I love you Liam.”

She later told fans that Liam had planned to propose to her within the next year. As previously reported, she wrote in a post on social media: “Your energy was contagious, lighting up every room you walked into. […] You had the kindest soul and the most fun-loving spirit. It feels like I’ve lost the best part of myself. I can’t imagine a day without your laughter and love. You brought so much light into my life.”

Kate added: “A few weeks ago, we sat outside on a beautiful evening manifesting our lives together. I keep your note close, even though you told me not to look at it. It said ‘Me and Kate to marry within a year/engaged & together forever 444.’ Liam, I know we’ll be together forever, but not in the way we had planned. You’ll always be with me. I’ve gained a guardian angel.”