In a revelation that's set to rock the music world, iconic DJ Fatboy Slim has finally opened up about one of the most memorable moments in Brit Awards history - that infamous on-stage snog with radio presenter Chris Moyles.
The legendary musician, whose real name is Norman Cook, confessed to the Mirror that the spontaneous 2000 Brits moment wasn't quite the passionate embrace it appeared to be from the audience.
The Truth Behind the Kiss
'It wasn't a full-on snog,' Cook revealed with a laugh during our exclusive interview. 'It was a bit of stagecraft that got slightly out of hand.'
The moment occurred during Cook's acceptance speech after winning Best British Male Solo Artist, when Moyles unexpectedly joined him on stage at London's Earls Court arena.
'Chris came up and gave me a congratulatory hug, and it just sort of... escalated,' the 'Praise You' hitmaker explained. 'Next thing I know, we're locked in what looked like a Hollywood embrace to millions of viewers.'
A Moment That Defined an Era
The kiss instantly became one of the most talked-about moments in Brit Awards history, capturing the irreverent spirit of late-90s British music culture.
'People still stop me in the street about it,' Cook admitted. 'It's become one of those cultural touchstones that everyone remembers from that period.'
The Brighton-based DJ, now 60, reflected on how the moment took on a life of its own in the media and public imagination.
Looking Back With Humour
Despite the passage of 24 years, Cook maintains his trademark sense of humour about the incident.
'It was a different time,' he mused. 'These days, everyone would be analysing it on social media for weeks. Back then, it was just a funny moment that gave people something to chat about in the pub.'
When asked if he'd recreate the moment for today's audiences, Cook was definitive: 'Some moments are best left in their era. I think one iconic Brits kiss is enough for any career!'
