In addition to raising Harry Styles On one of their big nights in the music industry, the Brit Prize 2023 They had to face various controversies. The last, of a sexual nature and involving Tom Grennan and Ellie Goulding. 48 hours later, the British soloist tried to put aside a situation that did not please the audience of these prices too much.
It all came down to the awards ceremony which took place at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday 11th February. Ellie and Tom were responsible for taking the stage to present the award for best new artist of the year. The interpreter’s words were not very well received by a large part of the public.
“Don’t I look pretty next to Ellie Goulding? I love what you do…are your boobs real?” Tom Grennan asked, pointing to the black leather top the Englishwoman was wearing, which gave her torso an almost sculptural profile.
Ellie Goulding was uninterrupted and replied in full UK prime time: “No, they’re not mine. I’d love to. Mine are much further away.” It all felt like a joke, even if scripted or agreed between the two, but few understood the need to tell Brits of 2023 about the artist’s physique.
“Tom Grennan giving a master class on why some people shouldn’t drink #BRITs #Brits2023” or “Oh Tom Grennan WHY are you commenting on her appearance? Her boobs? UGh. FGS” were among the most engaged comments during the next few hours.
In the midst of controversy, Ellie Goulding wanted to put the matter aside by means of a message (it does not even become a press release) on her official profiles on social networks: “A few words on the BRIT Tit Gate (the scandal Brit tits) I was wearing a nice bib, thank you all for enjoying it 😉 My friend Tom Grennan is a 100% ally and we had a little fun.” No offense or prejudice intended, and no further interpretation necessary. “
Ellie herself tried to downplay the issue in her Instagram stories by showing photos with the protagonist: “I had a great time with this gentleman tonight. Thank you for being a great co-host”