Danielle Peazer, Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend, revealed that he sent her a heartfelt message weeks before his death, expressing happiness for her new family life with partner Sonny Jay and their daughter Mia

Peazer and Payne met in 2010 during his time on The X Factor and dated for over two years before parting ways in 2013

Peazer and Payne met in 2010 during his time on The X Factor and dated for over two years before parting ways in 2013

Despite their breakup, Peazer emphasized that they maintained a unique connection over the years, understanding each other deeply

Liam Payne tragically passed away on October 16 at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires

Reports indicate that Payne struggled with mental health issues and substance use, which may have contributed to his distress leading up to his death

Just days before his death, Payne was reportedly dealing with legal troubles related to his ex-fiancée Maya Henry, who had issued a cease-and-desist letter against him

Witnesses described Payne as visibly upset in the days before his death, reacting angrily to emails and displaying erratic behavior at the hote

Following his passing, tributes from fans and former bandmates flooded social media, highlighting Payne's impact on those around him