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Louis Tomlinson, former member of One Direction - one of the most successful and era-defining bands in history, opens up about X Factor fame, the band’s split, the loss of Liam Payne, fatherhood, grief, and life after global superstardom for the first time, revealing the highs and lows that defined his journey.As a solo artist, Louis has released two chart-topping albums, amassed over 4.5 billion streams, and recently dropped his new single “Lemonade” ahead of his upcoming album “How Did I Get Here?”. Beyond music, he’s carved his own path as the founder of the self-curated Away From Home Festival and the unisex streetwear label 28 Clothing.In this powerful, candid conversation, he reveals:◼️How he finds strength through loss, following the deaths of his mother, younger sister, and former bandmate, Liam Payne.◼️How he rebuilt his self-worth after feeling like he wasn’t good enough◼️Why a promise to his mother still drives everything he does today◼️Why becoming a father changed how he sees life, pressure, and legacy◼️His journey re-defining success and identity after reaching the pinnacle of the music industry.◼️His upcoming album, 'How Did I Get Here', and his newfound happiness as inspiration.(00:00) Intro(03:40) Your Mother's Role in Your Life(04:27) Louis' Siblings(05:21) Do You Think Fame Changed You?(11:29) Boot Camp(13:16) Reflecting on One Direction(17:44) Having the Confidence to Push Back Against the Record Label(26:29) Relationship With Alcohol(28:12) What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self?(29:42) Feeling Like the Weak Link in the Band(33:23) Solo Record Label After the Band Split Up(34:34) The Impact of Your Success on Your Family(37:46) Zayn's Decision to Leave the Band(41:41) Grieving the End of One Direction(42:28) The Meeting That Ended the Band(45:10) Career Decline After One Direction(48:01) Dealing With Comparing the Past to Now(54:09) Ads(56:11) Balancing Career and Personal Life(57:22) Your Mother's Death(59:40) Finding Out Your Mum Was Sick(1:02:38) Going on Stage After Your Mum’s Death(1:06:45) Advice for People With Grief(1:09:15) Experience With Anxiety(1:10:47) Remembering Louis’ Sister(1:11:18) Moving Through Grief(1:18:31) Felicite's Struggles(1:20:42) Why He Doesn't Speak About These Tragedies Often(1:25:38) Your Relationship With Liam Payne(1:29:41) Liam's Death(1:39:43) Challenge With Having Children When Famous(1:44:08) Ads(1:45:16) Louis’ New Music(1:47:46) How Much Does Love Come Into Your Album?(1:50:01) Where Are You on Your Journey of Happiness?Follow Louis: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3KG2uDG X - https://bit.ly/435ovlC Facebook - https://bit.ly/47aMx14 TikTok - https://bit.ly/48lj1quYouTube - https://bit.ly/4q0bh3q You can listen to Louis’ new music, here:Lemonade Out Now - https://bit.ly/3KWsBX0 How Did I Get Here? - Album out 23rd January - https://bit.ly/3WpcAeH US + EU + UK Tour - On sale Friday 10th October - https://bit.ly/4o9psSd The Diary Of A CEO:◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: 1Password - Find out more at https://1password.com/doac
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