Liam Payne's final TV project Building the Band will air on Netflix tomorrow (Wednesday July 9th).
Hosted by Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean, the show will see 50 singers select their potential bandmates based purely on vocal chemistry without ever seeing one another in isolated booths—think Love Is Blind meets The Voice.
Nicole Scherzinger will serve as a mentor and judge, and will be joined by guest judges Kelly Rowland and the late Liam Payne, who sadly passed away on October 16, 2024, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
As the new series airs on Netflix, here's how his family reacted to the show.
Liam's sister Nicola Payne
Following the trailer release, Nicola shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram Stories.
“Over the years I’ve shared many achievements and momentous occasions as a proud sister and I couldn’t be prouder of this show,” Nicola, 37, wrote. “And I know you are so proud too.”
She continued: “Watching this over the past few months has given me/us a way to still feel close to you and see you at your best and I’m so glad the world gets to see it all now too. You truly are a shining star, miss you more than words can say, love you more than that.”
Liam's sister Ruth Gibbons
Ruth also responded to the trailer, writing on her own Story: “I didn’t know whether to share this but it felt weird when I’ve raved about Liam’s work and achievements for the last 15 years. I’m heartbroken he never got to see how great he is in this show.
“He knew he had done a good job. We all told him this when we were at filming, but watching it back, wow!”
The 34-year-old continued: “You’re a star Liam, you always were and always will be. There are a range of emotions I felt watching this, but one of the main ones is immeasurable pride always. Miss you more everyday.”
The Payne family gave their “blessing” for show to air.
A statement from Netflix said: “Liam Payne's family reviewed the series and is supportive of his inclusion.”
A source added: “Netflix have gone out of their way to make sure his family are happy. Producers sent them the footage so they are fully aware of what to expect and they have given it their blessing.”
Building the Band starts on Netflix on Wednesday, July 9th.
