Stars get their BRITS out: Tearful Adele can barely contain herself (in more ways than one) after winning four awards while Rihanna twerks up a storm in one of the raunchiest ever BRIT shows
- The star-studded 2016 ceremony was one of raciest in the award show's history
- Rihanna stole the show at London's O2 Arena with a seriously seductive performance of new single Work
- Adele was the big winner on the night, breaking down in tears as she accepted four trophies
- Other notable winners included Coldplay, Justin Bieber and One Direction
- See our full coverage of the BRIT Awards at www.dailymail.co.uk/britsIt's one of the most exciting musical events of the year, and the 2016 BRIT Awards certainly didn't disappoint.
Viewers were treated to one of the raciest awards ceremonies to date as Rihanna twerked up against her ex-boyfriend Drake, tearful Adele swore live on air as she threatened to spill out of her dress, Little Mix put on an incredibly raunchy dance performance and event hosts Ant and Dec emerged in drag.
While Adele might have paved the way in the winners' category, taking home a whopping four trophies, it was undoubtedly Rihanna's raunchy performance and seductive dance moves that stole the show at London's O2 Arena on Wednesday night.
X-rated ceremont: The BRITS 2016 proved to be one of the raciest ceremonies of the night as Rihanna and Drake put on a very steamy display as they reunited to perform their new single Work on Wednesday night
Twerking up a storm: The pop princess and her ex didn't hold back as they re-enacted their raunchy Work video
Breakdown: Emotional Adele, who broke down in tears as she accepted her third of FOUR gongs, broke ITV's broadcasting rules by swearing live on air
Golden girl: Perrie, 22, rocked her usual fashion-forward style in a sheer lace top layered over a gold bra, a gold chain around her head
Fierce: The Little Mix girls (L-R, Jade Thirlwall, Perrie Edwards, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jesy Nelson) were drop-dead gorgeous as they rocked a glimmering array of funky outfits
Just call me Lady Ant! Co-hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly amused viewers with their special 'costume change'
Rihanna reunited with her ex - who she has dated on and off for the past few years - as they reunited to perform their new single Work.
Proving their chemistry is just as sizzling as ever, the pairr really got into their groove as they gyrated against one another in moves that were sure to raise a few eyebrows.
Rihanna, 28, looked incredible in a white crop top which showed off her toned abs as she bounded onto the stage.
She teamed the sexy number with a pair of white trousers which had fringed panels running throughout.
In awe: Proving their chemistry is just as sizzling as ever, the beautiful pair took to the stage at the London's 02 arena, with Drake bowing down to his former flame
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Seriously steamy: Complementing one another's looks: Rihanna, 28, looked incredible in a white crop top which showed off her toned abs as she bounded onto the stage
Crowd pleaser: Rihanna showed off her figure and flat stomach in a tiny white bralet and fringed trousers
Twerk, twerk, twerk: The Bajan beauty showed off her sexy dance moves, accompanied by Lycra clad dancers
Going for it: The pair really got into their groove as they gyrated against one another in moves that were sure to raise a few eyebrows
They look good together: Rihanna teased her steamy music video for Work this past Friday, giving fans a glimpse at her sexy dance moves as she twerked over ex Drake
Still feeling for her? Drake threw his arms around Rihanna at the end of the performance
Drake, 29, complemented her look dressed in an all white tracksuit which had a gold stripe running down the trouser leg. He bowed down to his former lover as she flashed a hint of her winged tattoo which sits on her breastplate.
Rihanna teased her steamy music video for Work this past Friday, giving fans a glimpse at her sexy dance moves as she twerked over ex Drake.
Drake and Rihanna - who have made music together before - have been linked from 2010 until 2014, and their relationship was reportedly the reason for the beef between Drake and Chris Brown which even ended in violence.
And they certainly make beautiful music together as Work is the first single off Rihanna’s platinum album ANTI and the single is already number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
On/off couple: The pair - who have made music together before - have been linked from 2010 until 2014, and their relationship was reportedly the reason for the beef between Drake and Chris Brown which even ended in violence
Statement: Rihanna conquered the stage in her fringed trousers and tiny top as she displayed her ultra seductive moves
Host(ess) with the mostest: Ant and Dec were on top form as they hosted the glittering music awards for their third - and final - time
Pulling out all the stops: Ant earned his fair share of laughs as he emerged in a purple ballgown
It marked be the fourth time Rihanna has performed at the BRITs: in 2008 she performed her massive hit Umbrella with The Klaxons, while at the 2011 ceremony viewers were treated to a medley of Only Girl in The World, S&M and What’s My Name.
Aside from Rihanna's raunchy performance, the undeniable standout of Wednesday night's show was Adele's quadruple win; picking up Best British Single, Best British Female Solo Artist, Mastercard British Album Of The Year and the unexpected Global Success Award.
But Adele also hit the headlines for her X-rated antics - letting out a swear word live on air - the second time she has sworn during the BRITS after famously flicking her middle finger up at the 'suits' for cutting off her acceptance speech in 2014.
She was later forced to apologised, joking, 'I'm sorry I swore earlier!'
Though she narrowly missed out on a fifth gong in the British Artist Video of the Year category, the 27-year-old broke down in tears as she was presented the third, unexpected award remotely, from outer space, by British astronaut Tim Peake, which caught her completely off-guard.
Emotional: Adele experienced the full spectrum of emotions after a string of wins, even in one surprise category
Ground control: Adele was presented an award by British astronaut Tim Peake, which caught her completely off-guard
Welcome return: She thanked everyone for being 'so nice' when she had decided to return to the music industry
She said: 'I can't work out whether I'm crying because of this award or because Tim Peake said it, my kid's going to think I'm so cool!'
Adele, who returned to the music scene in late 2015 after a three-year hiatus, continued: 'I got really lost for a while and I didn't know if I was ever going to come back. For you all to be so kind to me, it’s so nice!
'Not bad for a girl from Tottenham who don’t like flying, Global Success!' she added: 'Tim Peake I hope you’re OK and not too hungry!'
The speech was laden with expletives, though hosts Ant & Dec were forced to apologise when the editing failed to cover up the F-word during her impromptu acceptance.
Giddy: Adele won three out of four nominated awards and then a surprise one at Wednesday night's BRIT Awards 2016
Tearful: The star's mascara trickled down her cheek as she got thanked her partner SImon Konecki and young son Angelo for their unconditional love and support
Heartfelt: The star dedicated her third trophy to her baby son, saying, 'This is for you peanut!'
Initially, Adele had accepted her awards with composure and, taking the very first award of the night, Adele dedicated Best British Female Solo Artist to fellow female solo artist Kesha.
She was making a show of solidarity to the US star who is signed to the same record label, Sony, but was recently ordered to remain in her contract despite an ongoing law suit against them.
The 27-year-old thanked her management in her acceptance speech for letting her 'embrace the fact that I am a woman.'
Just three gongs later, it was Adele's time to return to the stage again and she picked up Best British Single for Hello from Simon Le Bon and British model Suki Waterhouse.
Music's finest: Kylie Minogue (left), Rihanna (centre) and Adele (right) sported some of the standout looks on the red carpet as they made their grand arrival earlier in the evening
Super-sweet: Kylie looked enamoured with her man on the red carpet, days after revealing they became engaged
Mwah! Rihanna blew kisses to her many admirers on the red carpet as she lapped up the attention
Feeling mellow yellow? The 32-year-old's mullet-hemmed dress which showed off her slender frame flawlessly, and she teamed it with a silver choker and towering heels
Selections for the British Single category is limited to British singles from the Top 10 and based on overall sales success in the calendar year are automatically nominated. It is supported by Capital FM and Google Play.
Almost falling up the stairs before letting out a cackle before gushing 'Oh, it's getting out of hand already,' it was easy to see why the 27-year-old is the British public's firm favourite.
Finally, Adele was given Mastercard British Album Of The Year for 25 - released the end of 2015 - by the BRITs British Producer Of The Year Mark Ronson, an event for which she had changed into a second David Bowie-inspired star print dress.
In her speech, she gushed about her boyfriend Simon Konecki and her son Angelo, saying: 'I'm really sorry about swearing earlier and I'm really sorry for the ugly crying face.
Mums unite! The Little Mix ladies were thrilled to have their mothers along with them a their plus ones for the evening
Dressed to impress: Alesha Dixon oozed all kinds of sex appeal in her racy ensemble, comprised of a sheer top with a short skirt with a long trail down the back of the glitzy blazer
Off we go! Geri Horner (right), Laura Whitmore (centre) and Abbey Clancy (right) looked sensational in their eclectix mix of dresses
Cheeky! The 28-year-old flashed her enviably toned backside in her sheer lace dress in a beautiful pale gold shade
Legs for days: The 29-year-old's asymmetric dress was also cut in a daring slash across her chest and was held together on the back by a delicate strap, but it was her stunning set of stems that really caught the eye
'Thank you to the fans. I also want to give a massive thank you to my boyfriend, sorry I'm going to embarrass you. I'm so lucky to have you support me as you do.,, thank you for my lovely son, who is the love of my life. This is for you peanut!
Her boyfriend was then seen mouthing 'I love you' from the audience.
The first award to be given out by One Direction's Louis Tomlinson and Liam Payne, who hit the red carpet as a duo on Wednesday, in the absence of Harry Styles and Niall Horan - who join them in an extended hiatus - as well as former bandmate Zayn Malik.
Louis and Liam weren't there for no reason nonetheless as they took the award for British Artist Video of the Year for Drag Me Down, which is ironically the only award that stood between Adele and her history-making five BRITS in one night.
British Male Solo Artist: James Bay scooped his second BRIT Award, having previously won in
Best British Video: Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson picked up the gong on behalf of Harry Styles and Niall Horan
Celebrating in style: Syco boss Simon Cowell and his right hand woman Sinitta were seen jumping for joy
It's the British boyband's sixth Brit Award in their five-year history and their sixth time winning that particular accolade.
Kicking off the speech, Louis said: 'It really is times like these that prove to us we have the best fans in the world. This award is for you, while Liam added: 'We’ve been enjoying our break. Thank you, lots of love.'
British Artist Video of the Year, presented by Alan Carr and Lianne La Havas, was identified by YouTube views as well as a public vote which identified a shortlist of five. Eventually a winner was decided on a winner identified during live social vote during the show.
The group missed out on their second nomination for British Group, which was taken by Coldplay from actor Simon Pegg, who in fairness did accept their award in the style of their 20-something counterparts.
Taking the crowd: Justin Bieber delivered one of the most memorable performances of the night at the BRIT Awards 2016, held at London's O2 Arena on Wednesday night
Taking the O2 by storm: Bieber was one of the most anticipated acts of the night, racking up thousands of tweets about his long-awaited performance
Sizzling: Justin Bieber sent the crowd wild as he performed a medley of his current hits, Sorry and Love Yourself
Burning bright: The Canadian singer was given a campfire themed set for his star turn on stage
Popular choice: Bieber is the first ever artist to have held the first three UK chart positions at the same time
He's got skills: The singer showed off his fancy footwork alongside a troupe of scantily clad dancers
Blowing the competition out of the water and proving their long-standing stance in the market, Coldplay were scooping their ninth overall win with the accolade.
Having previously received 23 BRIT nominations since their first nod 15 years ago, the band's singer Chris Martin praised the competition - which included One Direction and Years & Years.
They weren't the only ones to add to their existing collection of gongs on the night because British Male Solo Artist was won by James Bay, who formerly won the Critics' Choice Award in 2015 - this year taken by fellow male artist Jack Garratt and announced before the event.
British Producer Of The Year, Charlie Andrew, was also decided ahead of the awards and presented previously at The MPG Awards.
Kicking things off: Coldplay's Chris Martin serenaded the crowd with a rendition of their new anthem, Hymn For The Weekend
Opening with a bang: The bestselling band's melodic number concluded with a flutter of colourful confetti
Big win: The band went on to win the Best British Group accolade, their ninth BRIT Award in total and their fourth in the same category
Humanitarian Chris Martin said upon collecting the award: 'We’d like to dedicate this to all the people in refugee camps around the world, they could be us and we could be them'
Newly-engaged Kylie Minogue was on stage to greet James and present the award after he beat nominees Calvin Harris, Jamie xx, Aphex Twin and Mark Ronson to the win.
British Breakthrough Act - presented by went to Catfish And The Bottlemen, leaving Jess Glynne, Wolf Alice and Years & Years in the dark.
The award's Top 5 is selected by Voting Academy, while the winner is identified by public vote promoted by brits.co.uk and BBC Radio 1 and it was presented on the night by Nick Grimshaw and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini.
Representing for the males in the solo department was Canadian musician Justin Bieber, who took Best International Male Artist from guest presenter Major Lazer on stage.
With his nerves showing through, Justin - who had earlier been brave enough to perform on the night - was shaking as he told the audience, 'Everyone has their journey' and expressed his deep gratitude.
Helping hand: Justin was joined by 2015 Critics’ Choice winner James Bay on guitar for an acoustic rendition of Love Yourself
Taking it slow: The controversial singer showed off his vocals thanks to the slow tempo song
He's got skills: The singer showed off his fancy footwork alongside a troupe of scantily clad dancers
Emotional: Bieber used his acceptance speech to reveal he'd been on a journey with many 'ups and downs'
Also accepting as an international artist at the British event, Bjork took International Female Solo Artist (presented by Craig David and Fleur East) and Australian band Tame Impala took their first ever BRIT Award (presented by Henry Cavill and Jourdan Dunn) for International Group, though they were elated enough for the invite to the London ceremony.
Justin Bieber stole the show at the star-studded BRIT Awards 2016 ceremony on Wednesday night, sending the crowd wild at London’s O2 Arena as he delivered a highly-anticipated live performance.
The 21-year-old singer also picked up the Best International Male Solo Artist prize, beating Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Father John Misty and The Weeknd to the crown.
The visibly emotional star said as he collected his trophy: 'It just shows, life is a journey. Everyone has their own - and their ups and their downs. I want to thank my fans.
High-class style: The British beauty kept it simple for the night, allowing her decolletage to remain bare, her brunette cropped locks sitting above her shoulders
Lads lads lads! The 1D guys - who both looked sharp in their alternative takes on suits - larked about on the red carpet for the cameras
Quirky queen: Charli XCX opted for her signature quirky style for the evening. The Boom Clap hitmaker wowed in a vintage long dress - complete with a flowing train that fell behind her on the red carpet - and an off-shoulder corsted style to show off her trim waistline
Happy! Jumpsuit-clad Caroline, 36, couldn't take the smile off her face as she beamed, days after revealing she has bowed out of her X Factor presenting role
Style star: She showed off almost every inch of her toned, slender figure in the dazzling garment, which was cut very high on her thighs and finished with a feather-effect skirt
Loud and proud! BRIT nominee Jess Glynne made sure to catch the eye of everyone in the vicinity in her loud and lairy bottle green glittering suit, worn without a top underneath
'Man I'm shaking a little bit right now. I'm really appreciative, you guys are awesome.'
The crowd went wild for the Canadian pop star, who surprised fans with his acoustic rendition of Love Yourself featuring 2015 Critics’ Choice winner James Bay on guitar.
Bieber, the first ever artist to have held the first three UK chart positions at the same time, soon upped the tempo with a rendition of Sorry, pacing up and down in front of a wall of fire.
The night saw one of its best musical line-ups in recent years, with homegrown stars Adele, Little Mix, James Bay and Jess Glynne being joined on stage by international hitmakers Rihanna and The Weeknd.
The event kicked off in style with a performance from chart-topping band Coldplay, who serenaded the crowd with a rendition of their new anthem Hymn For The Weekend.
Killing it: Little Mix delivered one of the best vocals of the night alongside an energetic routine
Going for it: The girls showed off their moves as they belted out their hit single Black Magic
Killer vocals: Perrie showcased her deep and powerful voice during her solo segments of the track
Energetic: The girls proved they're one of the best acts to ever come out of The X Factor
All that glitters: The four-piece concluded their track as confetti fell from the ceiling
Skimpy: Perrie showed off her derriere in tiny black pants and over-the-knee socks
Muscular: The girls were joined by mask-clad dancers wearing hooded tops to reveal their abs
The band went on to win the Best British Group accolade, their ninth BRIT Award in total and their fourth in the same category.
Humanitarian Chris Martin said upon collecting the award: 'We’d like to dedicate this to all the people in refugee camps around the world, they could be us and we could be them.'
Little Mix treated the crowd to a stellar rendition of Black Magic against a theatrical backdrop.
Clad in sparkling green tops and tiny, high-waisted shorts, the girls proved they’re one of the best acts to have ever come out of the X Factor, delivering a flawless vocal.
Perrie Edwards, Jade Thirlwall, Jesy Nelson and Leigh-Anne Pinnock also put on one of the most energetic sets of the night.
Four time nominee: James Bay performed his breakout single Hold Back The River
Taking to the stage: Jess Glynne performed a mash-up of hits from her album, I Cry When I Laugh
Statement suit: Jess was dressed to impress in a patterned trouser suit and platform shoes
Other performances came from the likes of James Bay was up next, performing his hit song, Hold Back The River.
Nominated in a whopping four categories, the star has come a long way since he burst onto the music scene last year.
Hosts Ant and Dec joked that the 25-year-old musician was wearing the same hat as last year, poking fun of his favourite fashion accessory.
Jess Glynne also took to the stage to sing a collection of hits from her bestselling album, I Cry When I Laugh, including toe-tapping tune Hold My Hand.
The Weeknd also jetted in from the US for the occasion, serenading the audience with his powerful vocals.
Tribute: The most emotional moment of the night was a special tribute to the late David Bowie, who sadly passed away last month from cancer
Making a speech: Annie Lennox delivered a powerful message about her late friend's creative genius
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