Liam Payne’s friends and family raise staggering amount at his funeral for groundbreaking children’s cancer unit
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LIAM PAYNE’s death is one of the most heartbreaking things to have happened in the music industry for some time. But I can reveal that amid the sadness, the One Direction singer’s kind-hearted friends and family have raised an incredible £31,303 for Great Ormond Street Hospital after attending his funeral in November.
A further £1,808 has been collected through online donations in Liam’s name, mainly from fans. The money will go towards building a new children’s cancer unit. A source said: “Everyone is still coming to terms with the tragic loss of Liam, but there is some comfort in knowing the legacy he leaves behind.
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“Everyone dug deep at the service and the amount raised is staggering — it will help change lives. “Aside from his love of music, Liam was passionate about helping others, especially children, due to his love of being a father to little Bear.”. Liz Tait, the director of fund- raising at Great Ormond Street Hospital, told Bizarre: “We’re extremely touched and grateful for all the donations in memory of Liam, which will go towards building a brand new children’s cancer centre at Great Ormond Street.
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“Our thoughts and sincere condolences continue to go out to Liam’s family and friends.”. Liam’s funeral took place at a tiny village church in Amersham, Bucks, in November, with mourners including Simon Cowell, James Corden and his ex-partner and mother of his son, Cheryl Tweedy.
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