BRIT Awards 2026: Olivia Dean and Lola Young go face to face as ceremony heads to Manchester for first time – stay updates

While Maya Jama was no doubt one of the best dressed, Olivia Dean and Harry Styles were also among the best dressed

In matching black and white looks, Sam and Pete took a break from presenting their Staying Relevant podcast to pose for snaps on the red carpet together

She rarely puts a foot wrong, so it was no surprise that Maya Jama put on another showstopping display on the red carpet…

Fresh from her stint hosting the Love Island: All Stars final, the presenter showed off her curves in a form-fitting white gown

Ella Thomas and Amber Gill were among many villa favourites enjoying their moment in the spotlight at the awards…

Ahead of the ceremony, some stars enjoyed a luxurious ride to Manchester on the British Pullman, a welcome upgrade from the jam-packed trains that were filled with fans heading into the city…

Two months after the birth of their son Ziggy, Jamie joked to Daily Mail on the red carpet he’s entered his ‘midlife crisis era’.

You can read our full interview with Jamie and Sophie here…

Over two years after wrapping his Love On Tour, Harry Styles is set to kick off the ceremony with a performance.

It will no doubt build even more excitement for fans eagerly waiting for the release of his fourth album KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO OCCASIONALLY on March 6.

In case you haven’t seen, here’s a full list of the stars up for one of the coveted gongs tonight…

Leading the pack are Olivia Dean and Lola Young with five nominations each, while Lily Allen is also up for three awards

Good evening! Welcome to the live blog for the 2026 BRIT Awards, which for the first time in its history is being held in Manchester.

Follow along for all the latest red carpet gossip, and winners when the ceremony kicks off at 8:15pm