Liam Payne’s son Bear to land dad’s £21m fortune – however grieving girlfriend may get nothing
Liam Payne’s son Bear is set to inherit his late dad’s entire £21 million fortune, with the money reportedly to be placed in trust until he becomes reaches adulthood
Liam Payne’s son Bear is poised to receive a massive £21 million inheritance from his late father(Image: Instagram)
Liam Payne’s son Bear is poised to receive a massive £21 million inheritance from his late father once he becomes an adult. The nine-year-old is understood to be the sole heir to the One Direction star’s entire wealth.
However, it’s believed the funds will be held in trust until he becomes an adult. His mum Cheryl Tweedy and entertainment lawyer Richard Bray, who has previously worked with artists including Ed Sheeran, are reported to have been awarded administrative powers in legal paperwork concerning Liam’s estate.
According to the Daily Mail, recently published probate documents filed with the High Court reveal that Liam’s estate may be used immediately to “benefit” his and Cheryl’s son, whose full name is Bear Grey Payne.
Sources close to Cheryl informed the publication that the Girls Aloud singer will “always do the right thing by her beloved son.”
Discussing Bear’s inheritance, the source added: “It’s a small consolation that Bear will never want for anything, that he will at least benefit from that.
“Liam had some very sensible people around him for a time and he adored Bear so much. He always wanted to do the right thing by him financially.”
The Sun reports that court documentation, including new letters of administration, indicates that portions of the estate could potentially be used to support Bear immediately, while the remaining fortune will be secured in trust for him until he reaches 18 years of age.
But Kate Cassidy – Liam’s partner at the time of his heartbreaking death aged just 31 – might not receive anything as they weren’t wed or in a civil partnership, reports the Mirror.
She revealed that they had intended to tie the knot before he plunged to his death from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires in October 2024.
In a heartfelt tribute to Liam following his passing, Kate disclosed how the pair were “manifesting their lives together” during the weeks leading up to his death. He’s even reported to have penned her a message expressing his desire to wed her within twelve months.
Describing him as the “love of her life”, Kate wrote on Instagram: “Liam, you had the kindest soul and the most fun-loving spirit. It feels like I’ve lost the best part of myself. I can’t imagine a day without your laughter and love. You brought so much light into my life.”
She added: “A few weeks ago, we sat outside on a beautiful evening manifesting our lives together. I keep your note close, even though you told me not to look at it.
“It said, ‘Me and Kate to marry within a year/engaged and together forever 444.’ Liam, I know we’ll be together forever, but not in the way we had planned. You’ll always be with me. I’ve gained a guardian angel.”
Ending her devastating message, Katie said: “I will love you for the rest of my life and beyond, carrying our dreams and memories with me everywhere I go. Forever yours, Katelyn 444.”
The angel number, 444, represents a message of love and support, as well as guidance from your angels.
