Infinite Infinity: One Direction

ONE DIRECTION

One Direction are an English-Irish pop boy band based in London, consisting of Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson. They signed with Simon Cowell's record label Syco Records after being formed and finishing third in the seventh series of the British televised singing competition The X Factor in 2010. Propelled to international success by the power of social media, One Direction's two albums Up All Night and Take Me Home, released in 2011 and 2012 respectively, broke several records, topped the charts of most major markets, and generated hit singles, including "What Makes You Beautiful" and "Live While We're Young".

Often described as forming part of a new "British Invasion" in the United States, the group have sold 19 million singles and 10 million albums, according to the band's management company, Modest! Management. Their achievementsinclude two BRIT Awards and three MTV Video Music Awards. According to Nick Gatfield, the chairman and chief executive of Sony Music Entertainment UK, One Direction represented a $50 million business empire by June 2012. They were proclaimed 2012's "Top New Artist" by Billboard.

One Direction are 5 lads from the United Kingdom, comprising of Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Louis Tomlinson. They were discovered on the 2010 series of The X Factor (UK), and formed a group through the advice of Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh and Nicole Scherzinger.

They released their first single, “What Makes You Beautiful” in the UK in August 2011, and it became one of the fastest selling songs of the year, breaking a Sony Music record for the most pre-sales ever, and went on to hit number one in the charts.

In February 2012, the song received a Brit Award for “Best British Single”, and was also released in the USA & Canada. Since this they’ve won a huge amount of other awards, including three at the MTV VMA’s in August 2012.

“Up All Night” is the boys first album, and has received rave reviews from critics, reaching the top of the album charts in countries all across the world.

One Direction took to the stage in December 2011 for their very first UK tour which sold out in minutes, before also touring the US along with Big Time Rush in February & March 2012. They then announced a new UK & Ireland tour for March 2013, as well as further dates for Europe, North America, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and Japan!

The band launched their second album ‘Take Me Home’ in November 2012, and it was an even bigger smash that ‘Up All Night’ was.

2013 was another mammoth year for the boys, with singles ‘One Way or Another’, ‘Best Song Ever’, and a huge 2014 stadium tour announced. It’s also the year that ‘This Is Us’ – the 3D movie documentary about the band hits our cinema screens.

Oh and how about a THIRD ALBUM coming later in the year!

The impact that 1D are having is truly amazing, and thousands if not millions of fans across the globe have now got the “One Direction Infection”. These fans help make the band who they are, and together are know as the “Directioners”.

THE BOYS

1. Harry Styles

Full name	Harry Edward Styles
Born	February 1, 1994
Hometown	Holmes Chapel, Cheshire England, United Kingdom
Nickname	Hazza, Haz, Barry
Family	Des Styles, father Anne Cox, mother Robin Twist, stepfather Gemma Styles, sister

Harry’s early years

Harry was born in Evesham, Worcestershire, England to father Des Styles and mother Anne Cox. He has an older sister, Gemma. Harry was seven years old when his parents divorced, and his mother later remarried to Robin Twist. As a child Harry loved singing. He’s listed Elvis Presley as one of his influences.

Growing up Harry lived in Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, England and attended Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School, a state comprehensive school.

Harry Styles Facts

Did you know Harry had a problem with stage-fright early on in his career? It’s true! He would often be overcome with nerves before a big performance, and often forgot words to songs whilst performing with the rest of the band. Sometimes he even vomited!

His star sign is Aquarius
He has four nipples!
He finds swearing a big turn-off
Harry’s favourite song is “Free Falling” by John Mayer
He has a cat called Dusty
He said he would pose naked for a hundred quid
Harry once had a hamster, called Hamster!
He doesn’t wear anything in bed
Harry said he would date a fan “because if you like someone, you like someone. If they’re a fan it shouldn’t make a difference”
When Harry got his latest tattoo (a star), Zayn held his hand
For his 18th birthday, the rest of the One Direction boys threw four buckets of water over him!
His idea of a perfect first date would be the class dinner and a movie
When he was younger, he went ice skating and spent the whole time hanging onto the side of the rink!
He shaved a “H” into Zayn’s leg hair whilst Zayn was sleeping
On his 18th birthday, there were over 50 trending topics on Twitter!
He was in a relationship with Caroline Flack, who was 15 years older than him!
If Harry could be any piece of furniture he would be a bed, because people could have fun times on him!
Harry described himself in an interview as “cheeky, curly, and cheeky again”
He was in a band called White Eskimo at school
Harry makes a 2 second appearance in Ed Sheeran’s video for “Drunk”

2. Liam Payne

Full name	Liam James Payne
Born	August 29, 1993
Hometown	Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Nickname	Paynee, Daddy Direction
Family	Geoff Payne, father Karen Payne, mother Nicola Payne, sister Ruth Payne, sister

Liam’s Early Years

Liam James Payne was born in Wolverhampton, England to Geoff and Karen payne. He’s got two older sisters called Nicola and Ruth.

Liam was born 3 weeks early and as a result had a few health issues. The first four years of his life were spent in and out of hospitals, getting regular tests done.

Doctors noticed that one of Liam’s kidneys was scarred and not functioning properly, however in 2012 Liam found out that his kidney had actually started functioning properly again!

From six years old, Liam noticed that he had a great ability to sing, and would often sing for relatives or at karaoke.

His heart however was set on becoming an Olympic runner, and he was a member of the Wolverhampton and Bilston Athletics Clubs. Each day Liam would get up at 5am to run five miles before school!

Lucky for us that he decided to concentrate on his singing!

Liam Payne Facts

Liam Payne Appeared on The X-Factor in 2008. He made it through to the judges houses.
He prefers showers over baths.
Liam has two pet turtles called Boris and Archimedes.
Liam’s favourite chocolate is Maltesers.
Liam used to sleepwalk as a child.
He has a strange fear of spoons.
His favourite aftershave is Paco Rabanne’s 1 Million.
Liam used to get bullied in school by his classmates.
Liam doesn’t drink alcohol.
Liam wants to teach Zayn how to swim.
His favourite sport is basketball.
His favourite films are the Toy Story films.
He loves cooking.
Liam would never go solo.
He is the most romantic out of the group.
Liam played Pokémon loads when he was younger.
Because of his fear of spoons, he eats ice-cream with a fork.
Liam sleeps naked.
Liam has size 8 feet.
He gave his phone number to a fan once.
Liam has a tattoo of the letter ‘D’ on his left hand.
According to Niall, Liam has a man-crush on Twilight star Taylor Lautner.

3. Louis Tomlinson

Full name	Louis William Tomlinson
Born	December 24, 1991
Hometown	Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Nickname	Lou, Tommo, Boobear
Resides	North London, England
Family	Troy Austin, father Jay Tomlinson, mother Mark Tomlinson, stepfather Georgia Austin, half-sister Charlotte Tomlinson, half-sister Félicité Tomlinson, half-sister Daisy Tomlinson, half-sister Phoebe Tomlinson, half-sister

Louis’ Early Years

Louis William Tomlinson was born in Doncaster, England to Troy and Johanna, however his parents split up when Louis was young. His mother remarried but Louis took on his stepdad Mark Tomlinsons name. He has four sisters, all of which are younger than him: Charlotte, Felicite and twins Daisy & Phoebe.

Louis was a sixth form student at Hall Cross School, and previously was a pupil at The Hayfield School. Whilst at school he starred in several musical theatre productions.

Louis Styles Facts

His star sign is Capricorn.
He is the oldest member in One Direction.
is eye colour is blue.
He has a dog named Ted.
He once pulled a moonie to his head teacher.
He doesn’t like tattoos.
He prefers a shower over a bath.
He can play the piano.
He dislikes baked beans.
He says he isn’t brave enough to get his nipples pierced.
His favourite month in the year is December.
He played ‘Danny’ in the film ‘Grease’.
If he were a fan, he would fancy Harry. <3
Favorite band is The Fray’.
Loves shopping, but won’t admit it.
His girlfriend cannot be tidy.
In 1D’s 53 minute and 14 second long album, he gets 1 minute and 29 seconds worth of solos.
If he could go anywhere in the world, it would be Narnia.
In Sugarscapes top 50 hottest males of 2011, he was #4.
Cries during Romantic Comedies.
Thinks Zayn has freakishly large hands.
Has no cousins.
Confronts his hate with humor.
Thinks girls who blush are to die for.
Has size 10 feet.
Once got dumped for being unattractive.
He has the biggest biceps of the group.

4. Niall Horan

Full name	Niall James Horan
Born	September 13, 1993
Hometown	Mullingar, County Westmeath Republic of Ireland
Nickname	Nialler
Family	Bobby Horan, father Maura Gallagher, mother Chris, stepfather Greg Horan, brother

Niall’s Early Years

Niall James Horan was born in Mullingar, County Westmeath in the Republic of Ireland. His father is Bobby Horan and his mother is Maura Gallagher. Niall has an older brother named Gred, and their parents divorced in 1998 when Niall was just 5 years old.

Niall lived at both parents homes before he decided to stay long-term with his dad, and he felt that living in Mullingar was the easiest thing to do back then because all of his friends were there.

Niall’s stepfather is from England and he’s also got family there.

He went to Colaiste Mhuire school and has been playing guitar since he was 11 years old. He’s performed across Ireland including one role as a support act for Lloyd Daniels in Dublin.

Niall Horan Facts

He has one brother called Greg.
Niall Skypes his family and close friends from their tour bus.
He has blue eyes.
He believes in no sex before marriage.
His star sign is Virgo.
Niall’s microphone has the colours of the Irish flag stuck to the bottom of it.
The only book Niall has ever read is ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’.
His guitar was the best Christmas present he ever received.
Loves green eyes.
Dream Valentine is Miranda Cosgrove.
Can’t live without his heart.
Niall cannot play the piano.
He likes girls with brown eyes.
Niall didn’t take his T-shirt off in the ‘What Makes You Beautiful’ video because he does not think he is slim enough.
Niall feels awkward talking about his body.
His favourite subject in school was geography.
Niall didn’t do his school exams.
He is left handed.
He talks in his sleep.
Niall sings in the shower.
Would rather lick a fat man’s armpit than drown in a sea of mayonnaise.
Loves sleeping almost as much as eating.
He likes to swear a lot, which is why he is normally quiet in interviews.
He never went to his school prom.
On the X-Factor, Katy Perry told Niall not to let her down. The day their album came out in the U.S. she tweeted Niall saying “Congratulations, you didn’t let me down”.
Niall had two fish called Tom and Jerry, but they both died because he over fed them!
Loves giraffes.
Would like to collaborate with Justin Bieber.
Is Catholic.
Is the butt of most of Louis’ practical jokes.
Has a statue of President Obama because he likes him.

5. Zayn Malik

Full name	Zain Javadd Malik
Born	January 12, 1993
Hometown	West Lane, Baildon, Bradford
Nickname	Zaynster, Wayne, Bradford Badboi
Family	Yaser Malik, father Patricia Malik, mother Doniya Malik, sister Waliyha Malik, sister Safaa Malik, sister

Zayn’s Early Years

Zayn Javadd Malik was born in West Lane, Baildon, Bradford, England to father Yaser Malik and English mother Patricia. He has one older sister, Doniya, and two younger sisters, Waliyha and Safaa.

Zayn grew up in East Bowling, located south of the Bradford city centre, and he was a student at Lower Fields Primary School in East Bowling. He later went to Tong High School, a state comprehensive school.

Zayn Malik Facts

Zayn has twelve tattoos as of August 2012.
Zayn dated fellow X Factor contestant Geneva Lane as well as Rebecca Ferguson!
If you meet Zayn and give him your twitter name, he will follow you back.
Zayn held Harry’s hand when Hazza got his first tat.
He got 5 minutes and 38 seconds of solo’s on their debut album.
LOVES himself some chicken.
Zayn has Acrophobia, which is a fear of heights!
Before 1D’s global domination, Zayn had never been on a plane or had a passport.
Zayns X Factor registration number was #165616.
Zayn is a Muslim.
His shoe size is 8½.
Zayn first appeared on X-Factor as a solo artist.
Zayn has his left ear pierced.
Zayn’s name is originally spelt ‘Zain’, however he prefers ‘Zayn’.
‘Zayn’ means ‘Beautiful’ in Arabic.
Zayn is a smoker.
One of his hobbies is drawing.
He can’t swim.
His favourite Pokémon is Oshawott.
He says he wants to get married before he reaches the age of thirty.
His favourite shark is a hammerhead!
He always brushes his teeth before going on stage.

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