New details have surfaced about Liam Payne’s turbulent relationship with his ex-fiancée Maya Henry, painting a troubling picture of the former One Direction star’s private life. Four months after his tragic death, a bombshell Rolling Stone cover story has brought forward shocking claims about Payne’s behaviour during his on-and-off romance with Henry between 2018 and 2022.
According to insiders, Payne struggled with his sexuality throughout their relationship. One source alleges that while he was dating Henry, he was also sexting other men, which she supposedly found out in a rather bizarre way—he “accidentally broadcast” his messages onto their TV.
But that’s not the only unsettling claim. The report also alleges that in 2020, Payne forced Henry to have an abortion. A source told Rolling Stone that the singer gave Henry a cruel ultimatum: terminate the pregnancy or raise the child alone, as he would disown both her and the baby. This was reportedly a massive blow to Henry, especially since Payne had previously spoken about wanting a family with her.
Despite the heartbreak, Henry allegedly went through with the abortion. She later referenced this painful chapter in her 2024 novel, Looking Forward, admitting that it was based on her real-life experiences with Payne. Though she didn’t confirm the exact details, she opened up about the emotional and physical struggles she endured afterward.
Perhaps the most disturbing part of the report involves allegations of physical abuse. Payne is accused of pushing Henry down a flight of stairs and even chasing her with an axe during their volatile relationship. In a statement, Henry admitted she still had a love for Payne but described his addiction struggles and destructive behaviour as deeply scarring. She confessed to ignoring red flags and staying in unsafe situations far too long.
Even after their final split, the drama wasn’t over. Two years later, Henry reportedly sent Payne a cease-and-desist letter, accusing him of harassing her and her family with unsolicited messages. By that time, Payne had moved on with influencer Kate Cassidy, whom he was seen within Argentina just days before his untimely passing.
Payne’s tragic death after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony remains under investigation, with five individuals charged in connection to the incident, according to court documents from December 2024.
These shocking revelations add a dark new layer to Payne’s legacy, leaving fans stunned and wondering about the full story behind the singer’s troubled final years.