One Direction fans sad Zayn Malik silent on 10-year anniversary

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One Direction fans have vented their disappointment that Zayn Malik did not acknowledge the band’s 10th anniversary.

The popular boy band formed on the X Factor in 2010 and other members Harry Styles, 26, Liam Payne, 26, Louis Tomlinson, 28, and Niall Horan, 26, each posted about the special day on Thursday.

But Zayn, 27, who left the band in 2015 after struggling with stress, did not share anything on social media.

Silent: One Direction fans have vented their disappointment that Zayn Malik did not acknowledge the band’s 10th anniversary on Thursday

Many fans who were hoping to see the former band member post a heartfelt message were left disappointed.

They begged the expecting father to say something, with many sharing memes about staying up to see if he made reference to the anniversary.

One fan said: ‘Zayn, just a little ‘thank you’ would mean a lot to us please.’ 

A decade on: There was an outpouring of love on social media on Thursday for the boyband who formed in the X Factor in 2010

A decade on: There was an outpouring of love on social media on Thursday for the boyband who formed in the X Factor in 2010

Another wrote: ‘Zayn… say something… please.’

The star is currently expecting his first child with on-off supermodel girlfriend Gigi Hadid 

Zayn’s departure from the band in 2015 appeared acrimonious, despite the Bradford-born star denying any rift with the remaining members.

The other four continued briefly but announced they would be taking a hiatus later that year.

Story of their life: Throughout the anniversary on Thursday, fans were begging Zayn to acknowledge the special day

Story of their life: Throughout the anniversary on Thursday, fans were begging Zayn to acknowledge the special day

Each of the other four members posted heartfelt tributes to each other and their fans on the emotional day. 

And Simon Cowell, who formed the band, shared a sweet message on Twitter. 

He wrote: ‘Today is a very special day. I was lucky enough to meet five guys. Who were so much fun. So talented. It feels like 10 minutes ago. And you made it happen.’

Harry Styles admitted he had been ‘struggling’ to put into words how grateful he is to the band, fans and The X Factor, where their career started in 2010. 

Touching tribute: Simon Cowell, who formed the band on his show in 2010, shared a heartfelt message to the five singers and their fans

Touching tribute: Simon Cowell, who formed the band on his show in 2010, shared a heartfelt message to the five singers and their fans

Looking back: Harry celebrated One Direction's 10th anniversary by sharing a heartfelt post to his Instagram (pictured in February)

Looking back: Harry celebrated One Direction’s 10th anniversary by sharing a heartfelt post to his Instagram (pictured in February) 

Posting a throwback picture of the fivesome one stage, he penned: ‘I’ve been struggling to put into words how grateful I am for everything that’s happened over the last ten years.

‘I’ve seen things and places that I’d only ever dreamt of when I was growing up. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and working with some of the most incredible people, and gained friendships that I know I will treasure for the rest of my life. 

‘None of this would be possible without the support you’ve given along the way. And for that, I will be forever thankful. I just can’t believe it’s been ten years. Thank you to our crew, our team, and everyone else who helped us along the way. 

‘To all the fans, I love you, and I thank you with all my heart. You did it all, and you changed everything. And finally.. to the boys, I love you so much, and I couldn’t be prouder of everything we achieved together. Here’s to ten. H.’

Way back when: The band - originally made up of Harry, 26, Liam Payne, 26, Louis Tomlinson, 28, Niall Horan, 26, and Zayn, 27 - posted a fun video to their official social media looking back at their best bits (pictured in 2010)

Way back when: The band – originally made up of Harry, 26, Liam Payne, 26, Louis Tomlinson, 28, Niall Horan, 26, and Zayn, 27 – posted a fun video to their official social media looking back at their best bits (pictured in 2010)

Sweet: In Harry's post, the singer admitted that he had been 'struggling' to put into words how grateful he is to the band, fans and The X Factor, where their career started

Sweet: In Harry’s post, the singer admitted that he had been ‘struggling’ to put into words how grateful he is to the band, fans and The X Factor, where their career started

Lovely: Harry's former bandmates Niall and Liam were quick to react to the post, with 'Love ya H' and a heart emoji

Lovely: Harry’s former bandmates Niall and Liam were quick to react to the post, with ‘Love ya H’ and a heart emoji

So young! The group have sold more than 200 million records worldwide and won almost 200 awards, including seven BRIT Awards

So young! The group have sold more than 200 million records worldwide and won almost 200 awards, including seven BRIT Awards

Harry’s former bandmates Niall and Liam were quick to react to the post, with ‘Love ya H’ and a heart emoji.  

The official One Direction Instagram page also posted a fun video looking back at the band’s best moments over the years.

It starts with the boys at the beginning of their career, as they excitedly gush over their first ever tour, song and album. 

The video takes a look at all of their accomplishments and awards with the boys thanking their fans for their support. It ends with their latest single, History.

Throwback! The official One Direction Instagram page also posted a fun video looking back at the band's best moments over the years

Throwback! The official One Direction Instagram page also posted a fun video looking back at the band’s best moments over the years

Sweet: It starts with the boys at the beginning of their career, as they excitedly gush over their first ever tour, song and album

Sweet: It starts with the boys at the beginning of their career, as they excitedly gush over their first ever tour, song and album

Amazing: The video takes a look at all of their accomplishments and awards with the boys thanking their fans for their support. It ends with their latest single, History

Amazing: The video takes a look at all of their accomplishments and awards with the boys thanking their fans for their support. It ends with their latest single, History

Fans: A special 10 Years of One Direction website was also launched, which is an immersive experience for fans, and crashed within minutes of launch

Fans: A special 10 Years of One Direction website was also launched, which is an immersive experience for fans, and crashed within minutes of launch

Break: One Direction have been on a hiatus since 2016 as the boys launch solo careers

Break: One Direction have been on a hiatus since 2016 as the boys launch solo careers 

A special 10 Years of One Direction website was also launched, which is an immersive experience for fans, and crashed within minutes of launch.   

Harry’s message came after Liam marked the milestone by sharing the text he sent his dad the day the band were put together.

He also revealed that he listens to the group’s back-catalogue of music when he’s been drinking.

Recalling the exact moment the band were assembled on The X Factor in 2010, Liam shared a screenshot of the message he sent to his father.

Looking back: Harry's message comes after Liam marked the milestone by sharing the text he sent his dad the day the band were put together (pictured in September)

Looking back: Harry’s message comes after Liam marked the milestone by sharing the text he sent his dad the day the band were put together (pictured in September) 

Memories: Recalling the exact moment the band were assembled on The X Factor in 2010, Liam shared a screenshot of the message he sent to his father

Memories: Recalling the exact moment the band were assembled on The X Factor in 2010, Liam shared a screenshot of the message he sent to his father

Nostalgic: Bandmate Louis also tweeted, notably claiming he 'misses One Direction every day' (pictured in March)

Nostalgic: Bandmate Louis also tweeted, notably claiming he ‘misses One Direction every day’ (pictured in March) 

 

Emotional: He penned: 'Feeling pretty emotional today. 10 years!! Spent the morning watching old interviews and performances.'

Emotional: He penned: ‘Feeling pretty emotional today. 10 years!! Spent the morning watching old interviews and performances.’ 

It was a text that read: ‘I’m in a boyband!’

Alongside the text and a throwback black white snap of the band, Liam tweeted: ‘What a journey… I had no idea what we were in for when I sent this text to my Dad ten years ago at this exact time the band was formed.

‘Thanks to everyone that’s supported us over the years and thanks to the boys for sharing this with me #10YearsOfOneDirection (sic).’

Bandmate Louis also tweeted, notably claiming he ‘misses One Direction every day’.

Heartfelt: Niall also shared a sweet message and throwback snap to Instagram, he wrote: 'When I met these four gents there was no way I thought we would go on to do what we did. So many unbelievable memories we shared together.' (pictured in December)

Heartfelt: Niall also shared a sweet message and throwback snap to Instagram, he wrote: ‘When I met these four gents there was no way I thought we would go on to do what we did. So many unbelievable memories we shared together.’ (pictured in December) 

'Mind-blowing!': 'We felt the adoration of millions from around the planet on a daily basis and it was mind blowing. It's such a major part of our lives and always will be,' he added

‘Mind-blowing!’: ‘We felt the adoration of millions from around the planet on a daily basis and it was mind blowing. It’s such a major part of our lives and always will be,’ he added 

He penned: ‘Feeling pretty emotional today. 10 years!! Spent the morning watching old interviews and performances. Just wanted to send a massive thank you to ALL of my band mates. What we did together was incredible.

‘Too many incredible memories to mention but not a day goes by that I don’t think about how amazing it was.  @NiallOfficial @Harry_Styles @LiamPayne @zaynmalik. So proud of you all individually.

‘And to the fans. The people who gave us all these amazing opportunities. You are incredible, your unmatched level of loyality is something that makes me really really proud. Miss it every day (sic).’ 

He also posted a throwback snap of the band on The X Factor to Instagram, he captioned it: ‘Our first ever photo together. The memories we’ve shared together have been incredible. Can’t believe its been 10 years already. 

‘I look back incredibly proud. Thanks for everything lads and love to you the fans as always x.’ 

Silence: Zayn, who is expecting his first child with on-off supermodel girlfriend Gigi Hadid, is yet to post a statement about the band. He quit after five years.

Silence: Zayn, who is expecting his first child with on-off supermodel girlfriend Gigi Hadid, is yet to post a statement about the band. He quit after five years.

Statement: In 2015, he issued the following statement: 'My life with One Direction has been more than I could ever have imagined. But, after five years, I feel like it is now the right time for me to leave the band.'

Statement: In 2015, he issued the following statement: ‘My life with One Direction has been more than I could ever have imagined. But, after five years, I feel like it is now the right time for me to leave the band.’ 

Niall also shared a sweet message and throwback snap to Instagram, he wrote: ‘When I met these four gents there was no way I thought we would go on to do what we did. So many unbelievable memories we shared together. 

‘We felt the adoration of millions from around the planet on a daily basis and it was mind blowing. It’s such a major part of our lives and always will be. 

‘Cheers to US today boys and thank you to all you beautiful people who have supported us over the last 10 years. @liampayne @harrystyles @zayn @louist91 ❤️ #10yearsofonedirection.’

Zayn said when he left the band in 2015: ‘My life with One Direction has been more than I could ever have imagined. But, after five years, I feel like it is now the right time for me to leave the band.

Wow: The band have toured around the world to sold out crowds

Wow: The band have toured around the world to sold out crowds 

Dedicated: In the video, Harry say: 'It's important for us to give them [fans] new music'

Dedicated: In the video, Harry say: ‘It’s important for us to give them [fans] new music’ 

‘I’d like to apologise to the fans if I’ve let anyone down, but I have to do what feels right in my heart.

‘I am leaving because I want to be a normal 22-year-old who is able to relax and have some private time out of the spotlight. I know I have four friends for life in Louis, Liam, Harry and Niall. I know they will continue to be the best band in the world.’ 

One Direction finally broke their two-year silence on social media on Wednesday and posted a video soundtracked by the track History, containing archived footage of the group over the years.

In their first Twitter post since 2018, the band said: ‘Tomorrow! You and me got a whole lot of history #10YearsOf1D (sic).’

The group posted the same message on their Instagram account, which has more than 18 million followers. One Direction have been on a hiatus since 2016.

During their time, they sold more than 200 million records worldwide and won almost 200 awards, including seven BRIT Awards.

Amazing: During their time, they sold more than 200 million records worldwide and won almost 200 awards, including seven BRIT Awards (pictured in 2012)

Amazing: During their time, they sold more than 200 million records worldwide and won almost 200 awards, including seven BRIT Awards (pictured in 2012)