This was Charli XCX’s big night. Best artist, best album, best song, and more.
The Brat singer took home five awards in total, including the songwriter of the year prize announced ahead of the ceremony.
Elsewhere, last year’s record-breaking Brits winner Raye took home the best RnB act prize, and there were also awards for Sam Fender, Fontaines DC and former Little Mix star Jade, who gave a shout-out to her bandmates in her acceptance speech.
As usual, there were several memorable moments throughout the ceremony. Starting with the opener…
Espresso/ Rule Britannia
Sabrina Carpenter understood the assignment. Think Geri Halliwell’s Union Jack tea towel dress in 1996, Dua Lipa’s tube arrival in 2021. The British stars know we love to see the United Kingdom celebrated, but US star Sabrina Carpenter could have been forgiven for going without the pomp and ceremony.