Overview

• The 2025 Grammys opened their In Memoriam segment with a video tribute to Liam Payne, highlighting his journey with One Direction and reflecting on his legacy.
• Chris Martin performed Coldplay's ballad 'All My Love' accompanied by a string section and guitarist Grace Bowers, delivering an emotional tribute to the late musicians.
• Other artists honored during the segment included Marianne Faithfull, Toby Keith, Garth Hudson, and Rich Homie Quan, among many others.
• Liam Payne's cause of death was previously confirmed as a fatal fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, with toxicology reports revealing drugs in his system.
• The ceremony also included tributes to Quincy Jones and victims of recent Los Angeles wildfires, alongside efforts to raise funds for wildfire relief and prevention.