For me, Liam deserves the number one spot on this list.

During One Direction's first year and their debut album era, I honestly think Liam was the face of the group. He was their Shane Filan, Brian Littrell, Ronan Keating or Gary Barlow — the member who represented that classic boy band image and helped hold everything together.

He had the charm and masculinity that reminded me of the boy bands of the 90s, along with a distinctive voice and a more serious, responsible personality. He always came across as someone who genuinely cared about the group and wanted to keep it together.

Even after One Direction went on hiatus, Liam still seemed loyal to the band and was, in my opinion, one of the members who showed the most appreciation for the fans. I can't say I feel the same way about Harry and Zayn. Personally, I never got the impression that they were particularly interested in keeping the One Direction connection alive, as their solo careers seemed to be their main focus.

Beyond the music, Liam's struggles with mental health and his tragic, unexpected death broke the hearts of so many people. I can relate to a lot of the difficulties he spoke about, particularly his struggles with depression and mental health. In that sense, his story also reminds me of Paul Cattermole, another loss that hit fans hard.

Liam deserved more appreciation for what he brought to One Direction, and I wish things had turned out differently.

Rest in peace, Liam. ❤️

Former One Direction star Liam Payne has died after falling from the third floor of his hotel in Argentina, according to state police.

This is so sad!

From 5 to 4 to another 4 to 3 to 5 again

Full line-up ❤️🙏🏻

In almost every boy band, there's this guy

He doesn't have to be the lead singer or the frontman, but he has the coolest one that sometimes steal the show

In some boy bands there is this one guy who doesn't seem to fit in, A little too quiet or sometimes lack charisma

I haven't cackled like this in a long time.

Thoughts?