Charli XCX Turns BRIT Awards into ‘Brat’ Awards as Host Danny Dyer Slams Chappell Roan and Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Charli XCX Turns BRIT Awards into ‘Brat’ Awards as Host Danny Dyer Slams Chappell Roan and Prime Minister Keir Starmer

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 01: Charli XCX claimed five prestigious awards at the 2025 BRIT Awards, including Album of the Year for her critically acclaimed album Brat. The U.K. music industry’s biggest night was dominated by the singer-songwriter-producer, whose 2024 album swept the board and cemented her as one of the year's top artists.

Despite her huge success — and the widespread meme culture surrounding her Brat Summer — Charli's decision to forgo a live performance at the ceremony was a notable absence. She was present at the O2 Arena, having recently performed at the Grammys, but chose not to take the stage at her homecoming show. This decision left some fans and organizers wondering about her absence from the performance lineup.

Jack Whitehall, returning as the host for the evening, poked fun at Charli’s choice, quipping that her decision to skip the performance in favor of “getting drunk” was the most British thing ever. While her absence was a surprising moment, Charli's recognition for her work was more than enough to make the night hers.

The ceremony also had its share of controversy. Host Danny Dyer made headlines with scathing remarks aimed at Chappell Roan and Prime Minister Keir Starmer. His unexpected comments added an element of tension to the night, overshadowing some of the usual glitz and glamour of the awards.

With Charli XCX leading the charge and the evening filled with dramatic moments, the BRIT Awards 2025 certainly lived up to its reputation as a night of unforgettable surprises.