Liam Gallagher has ignited fresh rumours that he will make a surprise appearance at the BRIT Awards this weekend, following a series of cryptic social media posts. The Oasis frontman stated he "can't wait to see old faces," fuelling fan speculation amid his brother Noel's confirmed attendance to receive the Songwriter of the Year prize.
Social Media Back-and-Forth Adds to Mystery
Earlier this week, Liam appeared to dismiss the rumours, telling fans he wasn't going because he "can't be around those ITV c***s." However, on Saturday, he replied to a fan page with train times to Manchester, commenting, "I'm already there, drove up last night. Can't wait to see some old faces." This post was quickly deleted, adding to the intrigue.
Liam's Contradictory Statements
After deleting the initial post, Liam seemed to backtrack again when a fan asked if he was "winding us up." He responded, "I am I'm not going to the awards I’m just in the area keeping an eye on things." This contradictory behaviour has left fans guessing whether the siblings will reunite publicly after their record-breaking Oasis tour, which saw them put aside a years-long feud.
Noel Gallagher's Major Honour
Noel Gallagher, 58, is set to be honoured with the Songwriter of the Year award at the 2026 BRIT Awards. Stacey Tang, Chair of the BRIT Awards Committee, praised Noel, saying, "For more than three decades, Noel has crafted songs that have become part of our collective story - bold, brilliant, and always recognisable." A source added that a special visual tribute will showcase highlights of his work during the ceremony.
BRIT Awards Move to Manchester
The 46th BRIT Awards are launching at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena for the first time, marking a departure from London's O2 Arena, where it has been held since 2011. The event is expected to move around the UK in future years. Comedian Jack Whitehall returns to host for the sixth time, crediting Manchester for shaping his early comedy career.
Nominations and Diversity Changes
This year's nominations see a significant shift, with 70% of nominees being female or non-binary, addressing past backlash over low female representation. Lola Young and Olivia Dean lead with five nominations each, followed by Lily Allen with three. Olivia Dean made history by becoming the first woman since Adele in 2021 to claim the UK's No. 1 single and album in the same week.
Full List of Key Nominations
Artist of the Year: Includes Dave, Lily Allen, Lola Young, and Olivia Dean.
Group of the Year: Features The Last Dinner Party and Wolf Alice.
Mastercard Album of the Year: Nominees include Lily Allen's "West End Girl" and Olivia Dean's "The Art of Loving."
International Artist of the Year: Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga are among the contenders.
The BRIT Awards ceremony promises to be a night of surprises, with Liam Gallagher's potential appearance adding an extra layer of excitement for music fans worldwide.
