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The BRIT Awards, held in London’s O2 arena, are the mainstream British music industry’s most prestigious awards ceremony, having been held every year since 1982. On the bill at this year’s bash were international stars Rihanna and Justin Bieber, as well as home-grown artists James Bay and Coldplay.

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Adele performs on stage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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Rihanna and Drake perform on stage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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Members of British singer David Bowie's band perform a tribute to the artist at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Justin Tallis/AFP / Getty Images

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Little Mix perform at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Stefan Wermuth/Reuters

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The Weeknd performs on stage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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Jess Glynne performs on stage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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Singer Justin Bieber performs onstage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Joel Ryan

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Jess Glynne performs at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Stefan Wermuth/Reuters

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James Bay and Justin Bieber perform on stage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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Chris Martin from Coldplay performs on stage at the BRIT Awards 2016 in London, England.Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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