Arrivals Red Carpet 1011 images Created 7 Feb 2023
The 43rd edition of the BRIT Awards took place on 11 February 2023 at The O2 Arena in London. Hosted by British comedian Mo Gilligan, who returned after hosting the 2022 edition, the ceremony featured coverage of the red carpet on ITV2, presented by Clara Amfo, Maya Jama, and Roman Kemp. The 2023 BRIT Award trophy was designed by Nigerian-born, London-based artist Olaolu Slawn.
Harry Styles was the night’s big winner, taking home four awards: British Album of the Year for “Harry’s House,” British Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for “As It Was,” and Best Pop/R&B Act. His wins were presented by Stanley Tucci, Lucien Laviscount & Camille Razat, Shania Twain, and Salma Hayek Pinault, respectively. Styles opened the show with a performance of “As It Was” and expressed his gratitude, naming women who missed out on artist of the year, including Mabel, Florence Welch, Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama, and Becky Hill.
Wet Leg won British Group and Best New Artist, with their awards presented by Chloe Kelly & Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Ellie Goulding & Tom Grennan. Their lead singer, Rhian Teasdale, highlighted the boys’ club nature of the industry and thanked the women who worked on their debut album. Beyoncé won International Artist of the Year and Best International Song for “Break My Soul,” with awards presented by Rhys Connah and Georgia May Jagger, and Naomi Ackie.
Other notable winners included Becky Hill, who won Best Dance Act, presented by Alex Scott & Emily Atack. The 1975 won Best Rock/Alternative Act, presented by Selin Hizli & Daisy May Cooper. Aitch won Best Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act, presented by Declan Rice & Jodie Turner-Smith, and emphasized his background and inspiration to his community. Billie Eilish won International Artist of the Year, presented by Jodie Whittaker and Vicky McClure. Fontaines D.C. won International Group of the Year, presented by Clara Amfo, Roman Kemp, and Maya Jama. David Guetta won Producer of the Year, presented by Fatboy Slim. Flo won the Rising Star Award, and Kid Harpoon was named Songwriter of the Year.
The night featured a series of remarkable performances, including Harry Styles with “As It Was,” Wet Leg with “Chaise Longue,” and Lewis Capaldi with House Gospel Choir performing “Forget Me.” Lizzo delivered a medley of “Special,” “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready),” and “About Damn Time.” Stormzy performed “Hide & Seek” and “I Got My Smile Back,” while Cat Burns captivated the audience with “Go.” Sam Smith and Kim Petras performed “Unholy,” and David Guetta featured Becky Hill, Ella Henderson, and Sam Ryder in a medley including “Remember,” “Crazy What Love Can Do,” and “I’m Good (Blue).”
Captured by official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.
Harry Styles was the night’s big winner, taking home four awards: British Album of the Year for “Harry’s House,” British Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for “As It Was,” and Best Pop/R&B Act. His wins were presented by Stanley Tucci, Lucien Laviscount & Camille Razat, Shania Twain, and Salma Hayek Pinault, respectively. Styles opened the show with a performance of “As It Was” and expressed his gratitude, naming women who missed out on artist of the year, including Mabel, Florence Welch, Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama, and Becky Hill.
Wet Leg won British Group and Best New Artist, with their awards presented by Chloe Kelly & Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Ellie Goulding & Tom Grennan. Their lead singer, Rhian Teasdale, highlighted the boys’ club nature of the industry and thanked the women who worked on their debut album. Beyoncé won International Artist of the Year and Best International Song for “Break My Soul,” with awards presented by Rhys Connah and Georgia May Jagger, and Naomi Ackie.
Other notable winners included Becky Hill, who won Best Dance Act, presented by Alex Scott & Emily Atack. The 1975 won Best Rock/Alternative Act, presented by Selin Hizli & Daisy May Cooper. Aitch won Best Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act, presented by Declan Rice & Jodie Turner-Smith, and emphasized his background and inspiration to his community. Billie Eilish won International Artist of the Year, presented by Jodie Whittaker and Vicky McClure. Fontaines D.C. won International Group of the Year, presented by Clara Amfo, Roman Kemp, and Maya Jama. David Guetta won Producer of the Year, presented by Fatboy Slim. Flo won the Rising Star Award, and Kid Harpoon was named Songwriter of the Year.
The night featured a series of remarkable performances, including Harry Styles with “As It Was,” Wet Leg with “Chaise Longue,” and Lewis Capaldi with House Gospel Choir performing “Forget Me.” Lizzo delivered a medley of “Special,” “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready),” and “About Damn Time.” Stormzy performed “Hide & Seek” and “I Got My Smile Back,” while Cat Burns captivated the audience with “Go.” Sam Smith and Kim Petras performed “Unholy,” and David Guetta featured Becky Hill, Ella Henderson, and Sam Ryder in a medley including “Remember,” “Crazy What Love Can Do,” and “I’m Good (Blue).”
Captured by official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.
