Charli XCX Dominates 2025 Brit Awards with Five Wins
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The 2025 Brit Awards took place at the O2 Arena in London, with Charli XCX being the biggest winner of the night, taking home five awards including best artist, album, and song of the year for her album Brat and song Guess. The album, which was re-released as a remix album, topped the UK charts in October 2024 and has been praised for its experimental sound and relatable lyrics. Charli XCX's wins mark a significant milestone in her career, solidifying her position as a leading figure in the music industry.
Other notable winners of the night included Ezra Collective, who won the award for best group, and Sam Fender, who won the award for best alternative/rock act. Stormzy also took home the award for best hip-hop/rap/grime act, while Chappell Roan won the award for best international artist. The ceremony also featured performances from Sabrina Carpenter, Jade, and Teddy Swims, among others. The night was hosted by Jack Whitehall, who returned to hosting duties after a four-year absence and brought his signature humor to the stage.
The Brit Awards also paid tribute to the late Liam Payne, who passed away in October 2024. The ceremony included a moving video tribute to the singer, which was introduced by Jack Whitehall. The tribute featured footage of Payne's career, including his time as a member of One Direction, as well as quotes from him and his bandmates. The ceremony also included a number of other memorable moments, including a performance by Sabrina Carpenter, who opened the show with a mash-up of her hits Espresso and Bed Chem.
The winners of the night were chosen through a combination of public voting and critic selection. The awards ceremony was broadcast live on ITV and featured a number of high-profile presenters, including Lenny Kravitz, Naomie Harris, and Jason Isaacs. The ceremony also included a number of notable moments, including a speech by Myles Smith, who won the rising star award and called on the government to fund the arts. The night was a celebration of British music and featured a diverse range of performers and winners.
The list of winners included:
- Charli XCX - best artist, album, song of the year, best dance act, and songwriter of the year
- Ezra Collective - best group
- Sam Fender - best alternative/rock act
- Stormzy - best hip-hop/rap/grime act
- Chappell Roan - best international artist
- Jade - best pop act
- Myles Smith - rising star award
- Fontaines DC - international group of the year
- The Last Dinner Party - best new act
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