Dealing with the trauma of losing a close friend is often very stressful, but having a supportive partner by your side can make it a little easier to get through the ordeal and help heal. Zayn Malik, like his fellow One Direction bandmates, was deeply shaken by Liam Payne’s tragic passing in October this year. But amid the anguish, he found solace in his former partner, Gigi Hadid, who reportedly stood by his side and offered support during such a difficult time.

Zayn Malik attended Liam Payne’s funeral this week

Zayn Malik, along with his bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan, were in attendance at Payne’s funeral on Wednesday this week. The service was held just over a month after his death and took place in a church in the English countryside outside London.

The band also released a group statement on Instagram after hearing the news of Payne’s death. “We are absolutely devastated by the news of Liampasses by. In time, and when everyone can, there will be more to say,” the post read. “But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, whom we loved dearly.”

The post continued, “The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever. Today our thoughts go out to his family, his friends and the fans who loved him with us. We will miss him terribly. We love you Liam.”

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Gigi Hadid supported Zayn Malik after Liam Payne’s death

As reported by Page Six, Gigi Hadid “offered his support” to the English singer following Payne’s passing. A source exclusively told the outlet, “Gigi reached out to Zayn to offer her condolences following Liam’s passing.”

The insider further explained that the 29-year-old model “was there to listen and offered her support if Zayn needed anything at all or just wanted to talk.”

Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik are on ‘much better terms’

An insider told the outlet that “Gigi and Zayn have had their ups and downs over the years but they’ve come a long way and are on much better terms.” “Their main focus is co-parenting Khai and they’ve been able to get along,” the source added.

The former couple “also spend time together with their daughter, including her fourth birthday last September.” They had an on-and-off relationship for six years, starting in 2015, and later welcomed their daughter, Khai, in September 2020.

They officially separated a year later. Since then, the duo has had a cordial parental relationship. “Gigi and Zayn realize that they’re both going to be in each other’s lives and that they’re both very mature,” the insider said. “They just want what’s best for their daughter and they can put aside any differences that they’ve had in the past and come together on the same side.”

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