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The Brit Awards (stylized as BRIT Awards) are the annual popular music awards of the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). The awards began in 1977 as part of the commemoration of the Queen's Silver Jubilee and have since become a significant event in the British music calendar.

History[edit | edit source]

The first Brit Awards were held in 1977 and were known as the "Britannia Awards". The event was not held again until 1982, when it became an annual event. The name "Brit Awards" was adopted in 1989. The awards are considered the highest honor in the British music industry and are often compared to the Grammy Awards in the United States.

Categories[edit | edit source]

The Brit Awards feature a variety of categories, including:

British Album of the Year
British Single of the Year
British Male Solo Artist
British Female Solo Artist
British Group
International Male Solo Artist
International Female Solo Artist
International Group
Rising Star Award (formerly known as the Critics' Choice Award)

Notable Moments[edit | edit source]

The Brit Awards have been known for their memorable and sometimes controversial moments. Some of the most notable include:

Jarvis Cocker's stage invasion during Michael Jackson's performance in 1996.
Geri Halliwell's iconic Union Jack dress in 1997.
Adele's speech being cut off in 2012, leading to her showing a middle finger to the producers.

Venues[edit | edit source]

The Brit Awards have been held at various venues over the years. The most notable venues include:

Trophy[edit | edit source]

The Brit Award trophy has undergone several redesigns over the years. The current design was introduced in 2011 and was created by Vivienne Westwood. Each year, a different designer is invited to create a new version of the trophy.

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