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Brits TV schedule makes Adele give the finger

Adele found herself in the midst of delivering an emotional acceptance speech, expressing her pride in representing Britain.

Therefore, when she was interrupted by Brit Awards (Brits) host James Corden as he began to introduce Blur, Adele was not pleased.

The singer, who received the prestigious Album of the Year award that night, displayed her irritation by flipping the middle finger.

After earlier delivering a breathtaking performance of Rolling In The Deep, Adele remarked that her gesture was directed ‘to all the suits’ associated with the show.

During her acceptance of the night’s second award, after winning Best Female Artist from George Michael, the 23-year-old stated, ‘Thank you so much, thank you, thank you very, very much.

‘There’s nothing like returning home with six Grammys, and then coming to the Brits to win Album of the Year,’ she further commented.

‘I take immense pride in flying the British flag for all of you.’

James then made his appearance on stage, receiving a chorus of boos from the audience, and remarked, ‘I’m really sorry, can I just cut off?’

Adele responded: ‘Are you going to cut me off? If so, let me just say goodbye and I’ll see you next time.’

Following this, she made the gesture of flipping the bird, which was met with cheers from the crowd.

James introduced Blur, who took the stage to perform three songs. Earlier, the group received the Outstanding Contribution Award, and frontman Damon Albarn made a lengthy, rambling speech… the longest of the evening. Given Blur’s continuous music contributions since 1989 and their sustained popularity, it seems permissible. This entire chaotic awards night reflects poorly on the organizers of the Brits.

Every award winner should have been given the opportunity to express their thoughts. It’s utterly absurd that Adele, who has achieved so much in the past year, was denied a chance to finish her speech… it’s absolutely ridiculous. But… mmmmm……. let me ponder……. 20 years……..1 year……..decide for yourselves.

An ITV representative issued a statement saying: ‘The BRITs is a live event. Regrettably, the program was running over time, and we had to proceed. We sincerely apologize to Adele for the interruption.’

Adele commented afterward: ‘I was on the brink of thanking the British public for their ongoing support. They cut me off, and I apologize if I offended anyone, but I felt offended by the suits.’

She continued: ‘I was cut off mid-speech and flashed the middle finger. But that gesture was directed at the suits within the Brit Awards, not my fans.’

A representative from the BRITs followed up ITV’s statement with, ‘We regret that this occurred and extend our deepest apologies to Adele for having her significant moment truncated this evening due to the show’s delay.

‘We certainly don’t want this to detract from her outstanding accomplishment of securing the night’s top award. It caps off what has been an extraordinary year for her.’

Support for Adele surged on Twitter, with numerous celebrities voicing their opinions.

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver stated: ITV Brits executive producer, what prompted you to cut off Adele! Bloody“`html
How rude! It’s a shame, but respect to Adele; she truly deserves it.

Lily Allen remarked: Honestly, I would prefer to listen to Adele’s acceptance speech.’ But naturally… no one cares about what the talentless Shitty Allen, who only got signed thanks to her father’s fame, has to say.

James mentioned to Laura Whitmore, ‘I regret having to cut Adele off. I don’t see why I was instructed to do so.

‘I was enjoying the best night of my life, and then I was suddenly told to cut her off. She is the biggest star globally, and I admire her.

‘I just can’t grasp what happened; I’m genuinely upset.

Just two weeks prior, M.I.A was flipping the bird during a Super Bowl performance.

During a rap solo, she also cursed into the camera, flanked by Madonna and Nicki Minaj.

The 36-year-old’s camp asserted she experienced ‘a rush of adrenaline and nerves.’

‘She wasn’t in her right mind,’ said a source, wishing to remain anonymous but present with the artist at Lucas Oil Stadium. “It was not a deliberate act.

‘She was lost in the moment and feels incredibly sorry.’

Earlier that night, Adele was awarded Best Female Artist, being the first recipient of the night and surpassing Florence & The Machine, Jessie J, Kate Bush, and Laura Marling for the award.

Kylie Minogue, stunning in a blue dress with a daring front slit that showcased her enviable legs, presented the award.

Adele embraced the star and humorously remarked, ‘I feel like a drag queen beside you… I’m in heels.’

Regarding the accolade, she expressed: ”Oh my god. Thank you so much… I’m trembling.’

Adele, the first artist to sell three million records in a single year in the UK, expressed gratitude to her record label for allowing her to be the artist she aspired to be.

She added, ‘To all the fans, no one has made me feel pressured to be anyone other than myself.

Host James Cordon humorously quipped afterwards: ‘That’s one heck of a successful tranny’.

Last Sunday, Adele achieved six Grammy wins in the U.S., including the distinction of album of the year.

She made her live return following surgery for a throat hemorrhage last year, crediting her boyfriend Simon Konecki—who was at the event with her—for aiding her recovery from the significant procedure.

2012 BRIT AWARD WINNERS

British Female Solo Artist: Adele

International Male Solo Artist: Bruno Mars

Critics’ Choice: Emeli Sande

Best British Single: One Direction, What Makes You Beautiful

International Female Solo Artist: Rihanna

British Male Solo Artist: Ed Sheeran

British Group: Coldplay

Best International Group: Foo Fighters

British Breakthrough Act: Ed Sheeran

International Breakthrough Act: Lana Del Rey

Outstanding Contribution To Music: Blur

British Album of the Year: Adele

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