James Arthur has stated that Liam Payne reached out to him after James won The X Factor and was “publicly struggling” with fame.
According to James Arthur, Liam Payne contacted him via a mutual friend to arrange a one-on-one chat. James noted that despite not being close friends, he was touched by Liam’s kindness and willingness to share his own experiences of navigating fame. James also mentioned that in any subsequent encounters with Liam, he always showed concern for his well-being.
Both James Arthur and the late Liam Payne had publicly spoken about their struggles with mental health and addiction. Liam Payne had discussed his issues with alcohol and suicidal thoughts, which were exacerbated by the pressures of fame during his time with One Direction. James Arthur has also been open about his battles with addiction and anxiety.
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