The BRITs 2001

Robbie opened the show with Rock DJ, and the ceremony also featured performances from Destiny’s Child, Eminem, Coldplay, Westlife, Sonique and Craig David.

Ant and Dec were the main presenters, and were joined by co-presenters including supermodel Helena Christiansen, boxer Audley Harrison, Donny Osmond, Graham Norton and actress Jane Horrocks.

Madonna accepted her International Female Artist Award with the help of hubby Guy Ritchie via video message, Elton John presented Eminem with his International Male Solo Artist Award, while Robbie scooped another three awards bringing his total to eight as a solo artist. U2 picked up the Outstanding contribution To Music Award and celebrated by playing an incredible set.