Shawn MendeshonoredLiam Payneduring his performance at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in New York on Friday night.
The singer addressed the crowd and said that he had met Payne a couple of times.
He added, He was a beautiful soul and his eyes gleamed.
Shawn Mendes performs at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 11, 2024 in Elmont, NY.Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for MTV
It was beauty shining through his eyes.
Paynediedon Wednesday at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel room in Argentina.
I just want to take a second to send so much love to him wherever he is up there.
Liam, we love you.
The world is crying for you, brother, and were all praying for your son and your family.
In time, and when everyone is able to, there will be more to say.
