Liam Payne's X Factor competitor and fellow singer-songwriter Katie Waissel has a scathing message for Simon Cowell and other key players in the music industry after the shocking death of her "dear friend." The "Live and Learn" singer took to X after news broke of Payne's death, penning a heartfelt tribute in the wake of the "tragic loss."

After the tragic death of former One Direction member Liam Payne, former X Factor stars are slamming his ex-boss Simon Cowell.

Simon Cowell has come under fire by former X Factor star Katie Waissel following the death of One Direction star Liam Payne as she accuses him of only prioritising profit