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Olivia Dean & Sam Fender Triumph at 2026 Brit Awards
1 Mar
Summary
- Olivia Dean and Sam Fender were top winners at the 2026 Brit Awards.
- The 2026 Brit Awards ceremony was held in Manchester.
- Lola Young won Breakthrough Artist, Jacob Alon won Critics' Choice.

The 2026 Brit Awards ceremony, held in Manchester, celebrated a night of music with Olivia Dean and Sam Fender emerging as the leading artists. Olivia Dean was honored with the prestigious Artist of the Year award, alongside winning Album of the Year for her work "The Art of Loving." Her success was further highlighted by her shared win for Song of the Year for "Rein Me In" with Sam Fender.
Sam Fender also had a significant night, receiving the award for Best Alternative/Rock Act. His album "People Watching" was a nominee for Album of the Year. Adding to the night's recognition, Lola Young was awarded Breakthrough Artist, and Jacob Alon received the Critics' Choice award. The event showcased a diverse range of talent across various musical genres.




