It’s not every day that the frontman of one of the world’s biggest rock bands pauses a sold-out concert to honor a conservative activist. But that’s exactly what happened Friday night at Wembley Stadium in London, where Coldplay’s Chris Martin urged his audience to “send love” to Charlie Kirk’s family in the wake of his assassination.

“For the final time for a few years in London, let’s raise our hands like this and send love anywhere you want to send it in the world,” Martin told the crowd. Then he got specific: “You can send this to your brother or your sister… You can send it to Charlie Kirk’s family.” He went even further, telling fans they could send love even to those they disagree with — a refreshing message in a world where far too many think disagreement justifies hatred.

Martin was reacting to the brutal murder of Kirk, who was gunned down Wednesday at Utah Valley University while hosting one of his signature “Prove Me Wrong” events — events built on respectful dialogue, something his killer clearly rejected.

Kirk’s death has shaken the nation and the world. Millions were horrified watching a young husband and father, a peaceful activist, cut down for daring to speak. For many, it’s no longer about right versus left — it’s about good versus evil.

Tributes have poured in from across the globe, and Martin’s heartfelt moment on stage showed just how far Charlie’s influence reached. But at the same time, the contrast couldn’t be sharper: while decent people around the world honored Kirk, others reveled in his death online — ghoulish celebrations so vile they’ve led to firings, suspensions, and investigations here in the U.S.

Chris Martin reminded thousands at Wembley of something simple but profound: love is stronger than hate. And when a British rock star takes time out of a concert to honor a conservative American patriot, you know Charlie Kirk’s life left an impact that no bullet can erase.