Liam Payne, the former member of One Direction, recently shared a unique snapshot of his son, Bear, donning a mustard puffer jacket in London. The image, captioned with a bear emoji and heart emoji, illustrated Bear's aspiration to feature on a billboard.
Bear is the son of British pop star Cheryl, who Liam shared a romantic relationship with in 2016. The former couple welcomed Bear into the world in March 2017. However, they announced their separation just a year after their son's birth. Liam and Cheryl released a joint statement expressing their ongoing love for each other and their son, while requesting privacy during that period.
In the ensuing years, Liam expressed his gratitude for Cheryl's support during a challenging period in his life. In 2023, following a string of controversial podcast comments, Liam confessed that his son's birth had a negative impact on his relationship. He then voluntarily admitted himself into a detox center for recovery. During this time, he further expressed his appreciation for the time spent with Bear and his personal wellness journey.
Cheryl, known for her role as the former X Factor mentor to Liam and as a member of Girls Aloud, confirmed the group's reunion for a 2024 tour. This tour will serve as a tribute to the late bandmate, Sarah Harding. Cheryl, Kimberley Walsh, Nadine Coyle, and Nicola Roberts, the members of Girls Aloud, shared the news during a discussion with Zoe Ball on BBC Radio 2.
Excitingly, Cheryl confirmed that Bear would attend the reunion show. She enthusiastically pointed out Bear's growth, stating, “Bear is delicious and not a baby anymore.” This confirmation has undoubtedly added another layer of excitement to the much-anticipated reunion.
Bear is due to celebrate his seventh birthday on March 22, 2024. With his father's supportive journey and his mother's upcoming reunion tour, it seems that the coming year will be a significant one for this little celebrity.