Liam Payne flies out to Dubai on son Bear’s second birthday for work commitments

LIAM Payne was pictured flying to Dubai on Friday - the same day as his son Bear's second birthday.

The 25-year-old singer couldn't take his eyes off his phone as he walked through London Heathrow Airport before he boarded his flight to the United Arab Emirates to perform at The Global Teacher Prize Assembly concert on Saturday.

He will be joining Little Mix and Rita Ora at the event, held at Dubai Media City's Amphitheatre.

It's believed he flew out late on Friday, after spending the day with his son Bear.

A source told the : "Liam is due to take to the stage 7.30pm local time on Saturday, which is 3.30pm in the UK.

"Flights take seven hours so at best Liam could be in the England for some of Bear's birthday on Friday but logistically it is almost impossible for him to be there for the full day.

"Liam could to go straight from the airport to the venue but going from a long-haul flight to the stage would be draining."

Last year, Liam suffered a similar diary clash on his son's first birthday after he was booked to perform in Japan on March 24.

However, he did manage to spend the morning of that day with Bear.

And his ex, Cheryl, recently confirmed they spent Christmas as a family, too.

Speaking to The Sun, the 35-year-old said: "There's no animosity whatsoever between us. In fact, Liam spent Christmas Day with us."

Cheryl was said to be angered when Liam's shock romance with 48-year-old supermodel Naomi Campbell came to light recently.

However, earlier this month, the exes were seen greeting each other with a kiss at the Global Awards in London.

The Sun Online has contacted Liam's representative for comment.

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