“I look forward to a time where awards shows can be reflective of the society we live in.”
Artists like Sam and Will Young had previously called for the change, saying the current system excludes non-binary artists.
Brit chair, Tom March, announced the removal of traditional categories saying it’s important for the award ceremony to “evolve and aim to be as inclusive as possible”.
The ceremony will return on February 8, 2022, with comedian Mo Gilligan as host – replacing Jack Whitehall who has helmed the event in recent years.
The Brit Awards 2022 will air on ITV on February 8 live from the O2 Arena in London.