Former X Factor contestants Jedward were among the guests at the MTV EMAs 2024 on Sunday, where they spoke on the red carpet about the late One Direction member Liam Payne
Former X Factor contestants Jedward spoke about the late Liam Payne whilst at the MTV Europe Music Awards.
It was announced last month that Liam - known for having been in One Direction - passed away, aged 31, after falling from a balcony of hotel in Argentina. Rita Ora, 33 - who is hosting the MTV EMAs for the third consecutive year - had previously dueted with him on the song For You, released in 2018. Following the news of his passing, she was visibly emotional during a performance last month and remembered him as 'the kindest soul'.
READ MORE: Forget baking soda and vinegar to unblock drains - 1 natural item clears clogs 'quicker' Recalling their reaction to the news of his death, they said: "When we heard the news, everything dropped. We couldn't sleep that night. We met him in 2017. That was the last EMA's we were at and honestly, who would've thought?"
Manchester has welcomed a host of acts to the city for the MTV EMAs this weekend. The event has been described as one of the biggest TV broadcasts across Europe outside of the Eurovision Song Contest. It's set to feature performances from the likes of Raye, Pet Shop Boys, Le Sserafim, Shawn Mendes and Benson Boone. Meanwhile, a host of celebrities are expected to make appearances to present awards.
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