BRIT Awards 2026: Check the Full List of Winners & PinkPantheress Makes History

BRIT Awards 2026 Winners: It was the first year of the BRIT Awards 2026 to be held out of London since it was established in 1977, as it took place at Co-op Live arena, Manchester. The performance honored the best musical talent in the United Kingdom and the event was characterized by star performances, unexpected victories and breakthroughs. Top nominee Lola Young and Olivia Dean went into the night with five nominations each, then Sam Fender had four nominations.

What is the BRIT Awards?

The BRIT Awards are the most prestigious annual British music industry award, which celebrates the success of the recording, songwriting, and performance achievements. The event has been a British music cultural cornerstone since it was founded in 1977 and aired regularly since 1982, which has awarded both domestic and international artists of various genres, including pop and rock, R&B and hip-hop.

BRIT Awards 2026: Date & Schedule

The 2026 was held on Saturday, 24 February 2026 in Co-op live, Manchester. The shift to Manchester signified a significant change in the history of the awards, which were almost 50 years old, and the music celebration was the first to be held in the North.

BRIT Awards 2026: How to Watch Live Broadcast & Online on TV

The ceremony was broadcasted on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player between 8:15 pm and 10:50 pm. The event was streamed on a red carpet on Instagram since 5.30 pm and watched by international viewers on YouTube at a small delay of about 8.45 pm. The TV show included the performances by Harry Styles, Olivia Dean, Wolf Alice, Robbie Williams, etc.

Who is Hosting the BRIT Awards?

Jack Whitehall, an award winning comedian and presenter, was back to host after six years. Whitehall, who had attended Manchester, one of his students, commended the city as the one that influenced his initial career in comedy. The fact that he was a native of Manchester gave the show a personal touch when it moved out of London.

BRIT Awards 2026: Full Winners List

Producer of the Year:

• Winner: PinkPantheress

Songwriter of the Year:

• Winner: Noel Gallagher

Critics’ Choice Award:

• Winner: Jacob Alon
• Rose Gray
• Sienna Spiro

International Artist of the Year:

• Bad Bunny
• Chappell Roan
• CMAT
• Doechii
• Lady Gaga
• Rosalía
• Sabrina Carpenter
• Sombr
• Taylor Swift
• Tyler, The Creator

International Group of the Year:

• Geese
• Haim
• Huntr/x, Ejae / Audrey Nuna/ Rei Ami
• Tame Impala
• Turnstile

International Song of the Year:

• Alex Warren – Ordinary
• Chappell Roan – Pink Pony Club
• Disco Lines & Tinashe – No Broke Boys
• Gigi Perez – Sailor Song
• Gracie Abrams – That’s So True
• Huntr/x, Ejae / Audrey Nuna/ Rei Ami – Golden
• Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – Die With A Smile
• Ravyn Lenae – Love Me Not
• Rosé & Bruno Mars – APT.
• Sabrina Carpenter – Manchild
• Sombr – Undressed
• Taylor Swift – The Fate of Ophelia

Breakthrough Artist:

• Barry Can’t Swim
• EsDeeKid
• Jim Legxacy
• Lola Young
• Skye Newman

Best Alternative / Rock Act:

• Blood Orange
• Lola Young
• Sam Fender
• Wet Leg
• Wolf Alice

Best Pop Act:

• Jade
• Lily Allen
• Lola Young
• Olivia Dean
• Raye

Best Hip-Hop / Rap / Grime Act:

• Central Cee
• Dave
• Jim Legxacy
• Little Simz
• Loyle Carner

Best R&B Act:

• Jim Legxacy
• Kwn
• Mabel
• Sasha Keable
• Sault

Best Dance Act:

• Calvin Harris & Clementine Douglas
• FKA twigs
• Fred again.., Skepta & PlaqueBoyMax
• PinkPantheress
• Sammy Virji

Artist of the Year:

• Dave
• Fred again..
• Jade
• Lily Allen
• Little Simz
• Lola Young
• Olivia Dean
• PinkPantheress
• Sam Fender
• Self Esteem

Group of the Year:

• The Last Dinner Party
• Pulp
• Sleep Token
• Wet Leg
• Wolf Alice

Album of the Year:

• Dave – The Boy Who Played The Harp
• Lily Allen – West End Girl
• Olivia Dean – The Art of Loving
• Sam Fender – People Watching
• Wolf Alice – The Clearing

Song of the Year:

• Calvin Harris & Clementine Douglas – Blessings
• Chrystal & Notion – The Days (Notion Remix)
• Cynthia Erivo (feat. Ariana Grande) – Defying Gravity
• Ed Sheeran – Azizam
• Fred again.., Skepta & PlaqueBoyMax – Victory Lap
• Lewis Capaldi – Survive
• Lola Young – Messy
• Myles Smith – Nice To Meet You
• Olivia Dean – Man I Need
• Raye – Where Is My Husband!
• Winner: Sam Fender (with Olivia Dean) – Rein Me In
• Skye Newman – Family Matters

FAQ's – BRIT Awards 2026

1. When were the 2026 BRIT Awards held?

February 24, 2026, at Manchester’s Co-op Live.

2. Who hosted the 2026 BRIT Awards?

Comedian Jack Whitehall returned as host for his sixth year.

3. Where can I watch the BRIT Awards 2026?

Live on ITV1, ITVX, STV, STV Player and delayed international streaming on YouTube.

4. Who won Artist of the Year?

Dave, Fred again.., Jade, Lily Allen, Little Simz, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, PinkPantheress, Sam Fender, Self Esteem.

5. Who won Producer of the Year?

PinkPantheress, the first woman and youngest artist to receive the award.