Brit Awards move North as designer reveals new Manchester-themed trophy
Brit Awards trophy gets bee-inspired makeover
- Matthew Williamson, a Manchester-born designer, has crafted the trophy for the 2026 Brit Awards.
- The 2026 ceremony will be a historic event as it marks the first time the Brit Awards are held outside London, taking place in Williamson's home city of Manchester.
- Williamson's design features an amber figure atop a globe, referencing Manchester's iconic worker bee and symbolising the global reach of British music.
- He expressed immense pride and a deep personal connection to the project, acknowledging the legacy of previous iconic designers.
- The designer ensured his creation respected the established silhouette of the Brit Award trophy, comparing it to the enduring form of the Oscar statuette.