One Direction members pursue solo careers with mixed success after 2016 split

Since One Direction disbanded in 2016, all five members have pursued solo careers. Zayn Malik was the first to go solo in 2015, followed by Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, and Louis Tomlinson, each releasing albums and singles. Liam Payne passed away in October 2024, a month before a reunion of the remaining members at his funeral. The group expressed their devastation over his death, highlighting the cherished memories they shared. Each member has achieved varying levels of success. Harry Styles has won three Grammys, while Niall Horan and Zayn Malik have released multiple albums. Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson have also made notable contributions, though none have won Grammys.