Dua Lipa Leads Star-Studded BRIT Awards Afterparty in Manchester
Dua Lipa captivated attendees at the Warner Music and Hennessy BRIT Awards afterparty held at Cut and Craft in Manchester on Saturday evening. The 30-year-old singer, who delivered a surprise performance earlier at the Co-op Live Arena, looked breathtaking in a sculpted black corset paired with a figure-hugging skirt. She enhanced her ensemble with diamond chandelier earrings and matching bracelets, completing the look with glamorous makeup that accentuated her features.
Olivia Dean Triumphs with Four BRIT Awards
The 46th edition of the BRIT Awards, hosted for the first time at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena, saw Olivia Dean achieve a remarkable sweep. The 26-year-old British singer and songwriter won in every category she was nominated for, securing Best Artist, Best Album, Best Song, and Best Pop Act. Notably, she became the first woman since Adele in 2021 to simultaneously hold the UK's number one single and album in the same week, with her track Man I Need and album The Art Of Loving, both released in 2025.
In the Song of the Year category, Olivia was nominated twice—for Man I Need and her collaboration with Sam Fender on Rein Me In, which ultimately claimed the prize. This victory underscored her dominance in the music scene, contrasting sharply with other nominees like Lily Allen, who failed to win any awards despite the success of her album West End Girl.
Other Notable Moments and Winners
While Dua Lipa and Olivia Dean stole the spotlight, other stars made their mark. Kim Turnbull, 24-year-old girlfriend of Romeo Beckham, turned heads in a plunging semi-sheer black gown, posing energetically before taking over the DJ booth at the afterparty. The event also celebrated various other winners across multiple categories.
Key winners included:
- Wolf Alice for Group of the Year
- Sam Fender with Olivia Dean for Song of the Year
- ROSALIA for International Artist of the Year
- Lola Young for Breakthrough Artist
- Dave for Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act
- Sault for R&B Act
- Fred Again, Skepta, and PlaqueBoyMax for Dance Act
- Noel Gallagher for Songwriter of the Year
- Mark Ronson for Outstanding Contribution to Music
- Geese for International Group of the Year
The ceremony highlighted a mix of established and emerging talents, with performances and awards reflecting the vibrant state of the UK music industry. Despite stiff competition, Olivia Dean's historic wins and Dua Lipa's glamorous presence made this year's BRIT Awards a memorable night for all involved.
