Zayn Malik paid a heartfelt tribute to Liam Payne during the opening night of his “Stairway to the Sky” solo tour in Leeds, marking an emotional moment for the singer and fans. At the end of his performance, during his final song “Stardust,” a message appeared on the screen that read, “Liam Payne 1993-2024. Love you bro,” accompanied by a red heart. This tribute came just days after Zayn attended Payne’s funeral alongside former One Direction bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan.
The concert was Zayn’s first since Payne’s tragic passing in October and the start of his first solo tour since leaving One Direction. The loss had led to rescheduling several of his tour dates. Fans praised Zayn’s strength in performing while grieving, and many noted the deep emotional connection between the two artists​​​​.
