Coldplay's Chris Martin Tumbles Through Trap Door in Melbourne Concert Incident
During Coldplay's concert in Melbourne, singer Chris Martin fell through an onstage trapdoor while interacting with the audience. Captured in fan footage, he humorously acknowledged the fall and expressed gratitude to a crew member who caught him. The incident caused a gasp among fans, but Martin's quick recovery included a tribute to his late friend, cricketer Shane Warne. This marks the second fall related to a trapdoor in Melbourne recently, following Olivia Rodrigo's similar mishap.
Coldplay's lead vocalist Chris Martin recently encountered a surprising incident during a live performance in Melbourne, becoming the second international artist to fall through an onstage trapdoor in recent weeks. This event unfolded as part of the band's ongoing Music of the Spheres tour.
Chris Martin's Fall During Performance
During the fourth show of their tour at Marvel Stadium, Martin took a unexpected spill while engaging with the crowd. Eyewitness footage shows him walking backwards, reading messages from fans, when he unexpectedly tumbled through a hole in the stage. The fall elicited gasps from the audience, prompting concern for the singer's safety.
Quick Reaction from the Crew
Fortunately, a member of the technical crew was alert and managed to catch Martin just in time, ensuring he did not suffer any injuries. A visibly surprised Martin quipped, "That's uh…not planned," expressing gratitude to the crew member for their swift action. This moment, which could have ended badly, instead brought some lightheartedness to the concert.
Martin's Heartfelt Tribute
In addition to the unexpected fall, Martin took a moment during the concert to honor his late friend, cricketer Shane Warne. He dedicated a song to Warne and his family, stating, "Let's play this for Shane and his family. Our brother, we miss you. Every time we come to Melbourne, it used to be fun to hang out with Shane and all the Warne family." His heartfelt words resonated with the audience.
A Recurring Issue with Trapdoors
This incident with Chris Martin is not isolated. Earlier this month, singer Olivia Rodrigo also experienced a similar mishap at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, falling through an open trapdoor during her performance. Thankfully, just like Martin, Rodrigo managed to recover without injuries. These recent events have sparked discussions about the need for improved safety measures regarding onstage trapdoors at major venues.
