Followers of Liam Payne have expressed their outrage over the actions of a particular media outlet following his recent demise in Argentina. The news of his death at a hotel during his South American trip has deeply affected his fans.
TMZ has come under fire for disclosing numerous alleged details surrounding the singer’s death, including purported photographs of his lifeless body. This reaction from the media outlet has sparked significant backlash from the public.
Numerous fans and close friends criticized the outlet for their insensitive coverage, and soon after, the controversial content was taken off the site. Some of the images featured detailed views of his tattoos, which confirmed his identity.
Celebrities also denounce the media outlet
The outrage was not limited to just fans; esteemed artist Alessia Cara also spoke out against the outlet, tweeting, “You’re gross @TMZ”.
Though TMZ is known for striving to deliver trending news swiftly, many believe this time they crossed a line with their reporting.
As of now, TMZ has not commented publicly on the situation regarding their initial post and subsequent removal; however, close sources suggest that the backlash influenced their decision to retract the material.