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A waiter who is under scrutiny by prosecutors regarding Liam Payne‘s tragic death has openly admitted to having used cocaine alongside the singer. However, he strongly asserts that he did not receive any form of payment for this interaction and firmly denies any allegations of being a drug dealer. His testimony raises important questions about the circumstances surrounding the singer’s untimely demise.
Braian Paiz, the waiter in question, disclosed in our forthcoming documentary titled “TMZ Investigates: Liam Payne: Who’s to Blame?” — set to air on Monday night at 8 PM ET on FOX — that he engaged in partying with Liam inside the singer’s hotel room in Buenos Aires. This revelation adds a layer of complexity to the investigation surrounding Liam’s last moments.
According to Paiz, during these encounters, they indulged in whiskey and utilized the cocaine he had brought to the hotel. He claims that these events occurred on two separate occasions, with the second instance transpiring just two days prior to Liam’s fatal fall from the hotel balcony. This timeline raises serious concerns about the influences present during those critical moments leading up to the incident.
Paiz has revealed that during their time together, he observed drugs scattered throughout the hotel room, alongside the well-known Dove soap box and tin foil that were prominently featured in photographs taken after Liam’s tragic death. These details paint a disturbing picture of the environment in which the singer was found, further complicating the narrative surrounding his passing.
Braian emphasized that he never accepted any monetary compensation from the singer, going so far as to reject a Rolex watch offered by Payne as payment. This claim raises questions about the nature of their relationship and the circumstances that led to such a tragic event. Paiz’s statements may significantly impact the ongoing investigation into Liam’s death.
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Despite his claims of not accepting money, Paiz did receive one significant gift from Liam. The details of this keepsake are revealed in the clip, providing further insight into their interactions and the dynamics of their relationship during those final days.
Paiz is one of five men who are currently being pursued by prosecutors in connection with Liam’s tragic death. This ongoing investigation highlights the serious implications surrounding the circumstances of the incident and the accountability of those involved.
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In addition to Paiz, we have also interviewed Liam’s close friend Roger Nores, who is accused by prosecutors of abandonment and providing drugs to Liam. Furthermore, we spoke with eyewitness Bret Watson, who witnessed Liam’s fall to his tragic death. These interviews provide crucial insights into the events leading up to the incident.
“TMZ Investigates: Liam Payne: Who’s to Blame?” is scheduled to air on Monday at 8 PM ET on FOX. This documentary promises to delve deeper into the events surrounding Liam’s death and explore the various perspectives that contribute to the ongoing investigation.









