Chris Martin: Coldplay frontman Chris Martin had a memorable onstage mishap in Melbourne, Australia, as he unexpectedly fell through a trap door during the band’s “Music of the Spheres” world tour. The incident happened on Sunday, November 3, at Marvel Stadium, where Coldplay was wrapping up the last of their four Melbourne shows. While addressing the crowd, Martin stumbled backwards and plunged through an open trap door, momentarily alarming fans.

In videos shared across social media, Martin can be seen stepping backward on the runway while speaking to the audience when he suddenly disappears through the trap door. Fortunately, a quick-thinking crew member helped Martin regain his balance. Martin, visibly surprised but unhurt, immediately reassured fans, joking, “That’s not planned!” He added with a laugh, “Holy s—, that was nearly a YouTube moment!”

This unexpected moment adds to the already viral moments Coldplay’s tour has sparked. Known for surprise performances and guest appearances, the tour has drawn global attention and brought stars like Maggie Rogers, Michael J. Fox, and Burna Boy to the stage with Coldplay. The band’s international tour, which started in March 2022, is set to continue until September 2025, with stops across New Zealand, North America, and an extensive 10-day finale at London’s Wembley Stadium.

The fall hasn’t slowed down Coldplay’s momentum. After Melbourne, the band will continue their Australian leg with shows in Sydney. They also recently released “Moon Music,” their 10th studio album, as they work towards Martin’s previously revealed goal of producing 12 “proper albums” before scaling back on recording new music. The Music of the Spheres tour has been celebrated for its vibrant performances and Martin’s interactive approach, with countless fans sharing their own “magic moments” from Coldplay’s shows worldwide.