In pictures: The Brits

Pop superstar Robbie Williams and his TV presenter girlfriend Tania Strecker arrive for the show

Singer Jamiroquai accompanied Cozie - a new signing to his record label

Meanwhile Denise Van Outen kept the photographers entertained

DJ Zoe Ball and her award-nominated husband Fatboy Slim make their entrance

Superstar rapper Will Smith sent the crowd wild

Whilst pop sensation Ricky Martin provided some Latin grooves

Geri Halliwell's performance raised a few eyebrows

Not least for her interesting use of stage sets

Booyakasha: TV comic Ali G also got a huge welcome

An emotional appearance from the Spice Girls as they pick up their Outstanding Contribution award

Folk singer Beth Orton recieves her award for Best British female artist

Best British Dance Act The Chemical Brothers collect their prize

Pop group Steps were named Best Selling British live Act

But EastEnders actress-turned-singer Martine McCutcheon went home empty-handed