Night Changes! One Direction Has Grown Up So Much Since They Became a Band — See Photos

Harry Styles, 2010

This one is a lot to handle. In 2010, Harry was the mop-topped, chubby-cheeked class clown of 1D, who actually had some serious pipes. Though it would be a few years before his voice fully blossomed into the powerhouse it is today, he was fun, impressive and definitely the standout member onstage. And he was just the nicest boy.

Harry Styles, 2024

The “Golden” singer went on to become one of the most successful pop stars of his era. He released his self-titled solo album in 2017, following it up with 2019’s Fine Line. Harry’s third album, Harry’s House, spawned the hits “As It Was” and “Late Night Talking.”

Harry embarked on his Love on Tour world tour in 2021, which became the fifth-highest grossing tour of all time, raking in more than $600 million after wrapping up in 2023. Harry headlined the Coachella Music Festival’s Saturday night slot in 2022.

Harry’s House won the coveted Album of the Year award at the 2023 Grammys.

In addition to music, Harry has tried his hand at acting, starring in the WWII drama Dunkirk and the psychological thriller Don’t Worry Darling.

Niall Horan, 2010

Our favorite Irish boy. In 2010, Niall was the baby-faced bottle blond with braces — and the cutest accent. The token Irish member of the band, he was funny and fiercely underrated, always stirring up trouble with his wit and sarcasm. Definitely our vote for the Most Adorable Member of the band.

Niall Horan, 2024

Niall’s first solo album, Flicker, was released in 2017, and it topped charts globally upon debut. He toured the album with friend and country star Maren Morris and released his second album, Heartbreak Weather, in March 2020.

The singer released his third studio album, The Show, in February 2023. The Show: Live on Tour became Niall’s third world tour, selling out arenas and other large venues. The tour began in February 2024 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and concluded in Bogota Colombia, on October 9, 2024.

In addition to music, the “Slow Hands” crooner served as a judge on seasons 23 and 24 of NBC’s The Voice.

Liam Payne, 2010

The self-proclaimed “daddy” of One Direction, Liam was the voice of reason for the band in the early days. With a swooped hairdo to rival Justin Bieber‘s during his come-up, he brought a crooning sweetness to the group and definitely showed off his sensitive side. He always hyped up the rest of the boys on stage — in general, he was a joy to watch.

Liam Payne, 2024

Liam went on to develop a bit of a hip-hop and R&B sound and almost exclusively produced club tracks since the band’s hiatus. He had a radio hit with his first single, 2017’s “Strip That Down.” His first album, aptly named LP1, was released in December 2019, but it only debuted at No. 111 on the Billboard 200 chart.

The singer released the single “Teardrops” in March 2024 to little fanfare, and his second album was put on hold by his record company.

Liam welcomed a son, Bear, with ex-girlfriend Cheryl in 2017.

The former One Direction member died on October 16, 2024, after falling from the third-floor balcony of his hotel room Buenos Aires, Argentina. Liam had flown to the city two weeks earlier to see Niall’s October 2, 2024, concert at Movistar Arena and catch up with his old pal. He ended up remaining in the South American city for an extended stay until his death.

Zayn Malik, 2010

Ever the mysterious one, Zayn was pretty down to Earth — and you’d know that if you’d ever watched This Is Us, the seminal documentary of the group touring the world. He was always one to get in on the joke and he seemed to be a great friend, especially to Liam. Plus, he was a wildly talented singer for his age. The group always entrusted the highest and flashiest solo parts to him.

Zayn Malik, 2024

Zayn has gone on to release two solo albums, 2016’s Pillowtalk and 2018’s Icarus Falls. Neither were commercial successes as Zayn failed to tour in support of either album due to anxiety and stage fright.

The “I Don’t Want to Live Forever” singer announced his first tour in September 2024, telling fans in an Instagram post, “Appreciate your patience, love, and support. Can’t wait to enjoy great music together. This time I really mean soon see you in 35 days…”

Zayn’s will be playing five dates in the U.S. and six in the U.K, mostly in moderate sized venues.

In his personal life, Zayn and ex-girlfriend Gigi Hadid welcomed daughter Khai in September 2020. “Four years ago today my life changed forever, and I wouldn’t be the man I am today without you,” he wrote in a September 19, 2024, Instagram tribute to his daughter, calling her, “the most important person in my life.”

Louis Tomlinson, 2010

The eldest of the group, Louis was the unsung glue that held the band together. He was a jokester and a bit aloof, but it was always in good fun. And when they got on stage, he lit up and got to work. As many 1D fan accounts will show, he was usually the one singing the harmony that kept our favorite melodies alive. Without Lou, who knows what the band may have sounded like.

Louis Tomlinson, 2019

It took the Doncaster, England, native a little while to get his footing as a solo artist, but he finally released his first solo album, Walls, in January 2020 — four years after 1D went on hiatus. Since the group split, Louis released a host of singles that all did fairly well on the charts. He released his second studio album, Faith in the Future, in 2022, which debuted at No. 1 in the U.K.

Louis embarked on his Faith in the Future world tour in May 2023, playing arenas across the globe for 13 months. Over the summer of 2024, Louis performed at a number of European music festivals.

Aside from his music, Louis became a father to son Freddie in early 2016.