Zayn Malik is leaving One Direction due to the stress of being on tour in the band.

Malkin says he wants to leave One Direction so he can relax and do what normal 22-year-olds do.

One Direction will move on as a four-member group after Malik’s departure.

“We’re really sad to see Zayn go, but we totally respect his decision and send him all our love for the future. The past five years have been beyond amazing, we’ve gone through so much together, so we will always be friends. The four of us will now continue. We’re looking forward to recording the new album and seeing all the fans on the next stage of the world tour.”

One Direction were found by Simon Cowell on the UK’s version of 'X-Factor'.

 

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