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Simon Cowell 'Truly Devastated' Over Liam Payne's Death — As Pressure Mounts on 'X Factor' Boss After Show Is Slammed Over 'Exploitation and Abandonment' of Stars

Simon Cowell has responded to the death of former X Factor contestant Liam Payne's death amid backlash of his alleged harsh treatment of the show's stars.

“For years, the X Factor has been under scrutiny over its treatment of its stars and it’s repeatedly been hit with accusations it did not display any duty of care towards the youngsters who shot to fame after appearing on the show." The insider added: "Reality TV is brutal and claims are growing Liam was abandoned and thrown to the wolves before his death, after he was dumped by his record label and left feeling useless. Waissel raged: "If Simon Cowell dare put a statement out on the heart wrenching, tragic loss of my dear and darling friend Liam, he would be a fool.

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