Liam Payne participated as a guest judge and mentor on Netflix's show 'Building The Band' two months before his death at age 31. The series features bands formed without ever meeting, with Payne providing crucial guidance. In the opening episode, McLean dedicated the series to Payne, reflecting on his passion for music and support for aspiring artists. Ruth Gibbins, Payne's sister, expressed her grief about him not witnessing his last appearance. She shared feelings of pride about his work, emphasizing the lasting impact he had on those around him.
McLean dedicated the series to Payne, stating: "When we came together to film Building the Band, we never imagined we'd soon be saying goodbye to our friend Liam Payne."
Ruth Gibbins expressed: "I'm heartbroken he never got to see how great he is in this show. He knew he had done a good job... but watching it back, wow!"
In one scene from the series, Payne is shown telling band members: "I need to feel that connection between you guys."
Payne's dedication to mentorship was evident as he compared the competition to his own experience on The X Factor.
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