The BRIT Awards 2003 Show 41 images Created 19 Aug 2011
The BRIT Awards 2003 took place on 20 February at Earls Court in London, hosted by Davina McCall.
Coldplay were among the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “A Rush of Blood to the Head,” presented by Justin Timberlake, and Best British Group, presented by Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson. During their acceptance speeches, Coldplay’s lead singer Chris Martin used the platform to criticise plans for a war in Iraq, particularly targeting US President George Bush.
Ms. Dynamite also had a standout night, winning Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Vernon Kay, and Best British Urban Act, presented by Trevor Nelson. She performed a rewritten version of George Michael’s track “Faith,” with the lyrics “I don’t want blood on my hands,” to protest against the impending war in Iraq.
Robbie Williams was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by David Walliams and Matt Lucas. Will Young received Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Sara Cox. Sugababes won Best British Dance Act, presented by Tess Daly, and Blue were recognised as Best British Pop Act, presented by Cat Deeley.
Liberty X won Best British Single for “Just a Little,” presented by Robin Gibb. Gibb paid tribute to his late brother Maurice, who had passed away the previous month, saying, “He was a great British musician and a great British singer and tonight I’m here in his honour.”
In the international categories, Eminem was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Natalie Imbruglia, and Best International Album for “The Eminem Show,” presented by Rob Brydon. Pink won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Ben Elton, and Red Hot Chili Peppers were awarded Best International Group, presented by Denise van Outen. Norah Jones was recognised as Best International Breakthrough Act, presented by Mis-Teeq. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Tom Jones.
The night featured several notable performances. Avril Lavigne performed “Sk8er Boi,” Blue delivered “Riders,” and Coldplay captivated the audience with “Clocks.” David Gray performed “The Other Side,” and George Michael joined Ms. Dynamite for a medley of hits. Ms. Dynamite also performed “Dy-Na-Mi-Tee.” Justin Timberlake entertained with “Cry Me a River,” “Like I Love You,” and “Rapture.” Liberty X performed “Just a Little,” and Pink delivered “Get the Party Started” and “Just Like a Pill.” Sugababes performed “Freak Like Me,” and Sir Tom Jones closed the show with a medley of his hits.
The BRIT Awards 2003 celebrated significant contributions to music, both in the UK and internationally. The event was marked by memorable performances, notable incidents, and a clear stance against the Iraq war, leaving a lasting legacy in the history of the BRIT Awards. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.
Coldplay were among the night’s biggest winners, taking home Best British Album for “A Rush of Blood to the Head,” presented by Justin Timberlake, and Best British Group, presented by Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson. During their acceptance speeches, Coldplay’s lead singer Chris Martin used the platform to criticise plans for a war in Iraq, particularly targeting US President George Bush.
Ms. Dynamite also had a standout night, winning Best British Female Solo Artist, presented by Vernon Kay, and Best British Urban Act, presented by Trevor Nelson. She performed a rewritten version of George Michael’s track “Faith,” with the lyrics “I don’t want blood on my hands,” to protest against the impending war in Iraq.
Robbie Williams was awarded Best British Male Solo Artist, presented by David Walliams and Matt Lucas. Will Young received Best British Breakthrough Act, presented by Sara Cox. Sugababes won Best British Dance Act, presented by Tess Daly, and Blue were recognised as Best British Pop Act, presented by Cat Deeley.
Liberty X won Best British Single for “Just a Little,” presented by Robin Gibb. Gibb paid tribute to his late brother Maurice, who had passed away the previous month, saying, “He was a great British musician and a great British singer and tonight I’m here in his honour.”
In the international categories, Eminem was named Best International Male Solo Artist, presented by Natalie Imbruglia, and Best International Album for “The Eminem Show,” presented by Rob Brydon. Pink won Best International Female Solo Artist, presented by Ben Elton, and Red Hot Chili Peppers were awarded Best International Group, presented by Denise van Outen. Norah Jones was recognised as Best International Breakthrough Act, presented by Mis-Teeq. The prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music award was presented to Tom Jones.
The night featured several notable performances. Avril Lavigne performed “Sk8er Boi,” Blue delivered “Riders,” and Coldplay captivated the audience with “Clocks.” David Gray performed “The Other Side,” and George Michael joined Ms. Dynamite for a medley of hits. Ms. Dynamite also performed “Dy-Na-Mi-Tee.” Justin Timberlake entertained with “Cry Me a River,” “Like I Love You,” and “Rapture.” Liberty X performed “Just a Little,” and Pink delivered “Get the Party Started” and “Just Like a Pill.” Sugababes performed “Freak Like Me,” and Sir Tom Jones closed the show with a medley of his hits.
The BRIT Awards 2003 celebrated significant contributions to music, both in the UK and internationally. The event was marked by memorable performances, notable incidents, and a clear stance against the Iraq war, leaving a lasting legacy in the history of the BRIT Awards. The event’s iconic moments were captured by Official BRIT Awards photographer John Marshall of JM Enternational.
