Robbie kicks off the Brits

The 25th Brit Awards kicked off tonight with Robbie Williams winning the gong for the Best Song of the past 25 years.

Some of the biggest stars of the showbiz world turned up for the awards, hosted by presenter Chris Evans at London’s Earls Court.

New York disco rockers the Scissors Sisters opened the show with the performance of their hit Take Your Mama.

The Best Song award was presented by Little Britain stars Matt Lucas and David Walliams.

Williams’ Angels beat songs by Will Young, Queen, Kate Bush and Joy Division in a vote by BBC Radio 2 listeners.