MOBO Awards 2024: Everything that happened at the UK's biggest celebration of Black music in Sheffield
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The UK’s biggest celebration of Black music and culture is taking centre stage in Sheffield tonight for the first time in its 28-year history.
The 2024 MOBO Awards is taking place at the sold-out Utilita Arena, with nominees including Bugzy Malone, AntsLive and ENNY in attendance.
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Hide AdStormzy and Little Simz are leading this year with four nominations each, closely followed by thrice-nominated artists Central Cee, J Hus, PinkPantheress and RAYE. Indiyah Polack, of Love Island fame, and comedian Babatúndé Aléshé are hosting.
MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Organisation has held a pivotal role in supporting the global growth of British black music, championing homegrown talent, and setting the standard across a range of genres.
Follow live as we keep you updated on tonight's red carpet, atmosphere, and star-studded show.
Key Events
- First big names arive on the red carpet - including Dami Hope and TSHA
- Last entries at 6pm before MOBOs 2024 is officially underway
- The highlight of an amazing week of fringe events celebrating all things MOBOs
IT'S ALMOST RED CARPET TIME
The MOBO Awards red carpet will get underway at 5pm, with last entries at 6.30
The Star's Chloe Aslett and Kirsty Hamilton are down at the Arena to bring all the latest updates as they happen.
Stay tuned folks
Bugzy Malone's MOBOs preview earlier today
UK rap superstar, Bugzy Malone, spoke with Alastair Ulke at the Winter Gardens earlier today.
There was a huge preview event in the Winter Gardens this morning
A big, event with music and all dominated the Winter Gardens earlier today ahead of tonight's big show
As the sun sets on Sheffield, the MOBO Awards are just beginning...


Sheffield is hosting the event for the first time since it began in 1996, at the sold-out Utilita Arena. Some attendees have links to the city, including Uni of Sheffield alumnus Munya Chawawa and Olympian Jessica Ennis-Hill.
First red carpet arrivals
Dami Hope, a microbiologist who rose to popularity when he came third place on Love Island alongside tonight's host Indiyah Polack, is first on the red carpet.


He was soon followed by TSHA, a producer and DJ who has been nominated in the Best Electronic/Dance category.


BLINDED BY YOUR GRACE
Did you see the incredible rendition of Stormzy's Blinded By Your Grace?
It was a truly touching video...
Watch it by clicking the link below
MOBOs Sheffield welcomes Chuckie Online
The podcaster, presenter and Radio 1 Xtra DJ hits the red carpet before heading into the Utilita Arena.


Our first host has arrived
Babatunde Aléshé, hosting alongside Indiyah tonight, has arrived on the carpet.


The comedian has become a household name from appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox and I'm a Celebrity.
Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill is in the building!
She's an Olympian for a reason! Dame Ennis-Hill was on the red carpet and off before you could blink, but she's here!
Hopefully a photo is incoming!
Ladies and Gentleman... Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill
The superstar Olympian has graced the red carpet as she arrived for the 2024 MOBO Awards.


Tonight, she will receive the Paving the Way Award, recognising not just her incredible sporting achievements but her influence as an 'inspirational' role model and a passionate advocate for local charities close to her heart
Munya is BACK in Sheffield
He's the super popular internet funny man and University of Sheffield graduate - Munya Chawawa is heading into Sheffield Arena.


Sugababes in the building!
The Sugababes will receive the MOBO Impact Award on the night, in recognition of their 'enduring legacy' and their influence on a new generation of artists including Little Mix and FLO.


Sugababes X Dame Ennis-Hill


No, Ennis-Hill has not become a Sugababes member - the four superstars are posing together as recipients of special MOBO Awards tonight. The MOBO Impact Award will go to the Sugababes in recognition of their 'enduring legacy', while Ennis-Hill will received the Paving the Way Award for her incredible sporting achievements and influence as an "inspirational" role model.
Remi Burgz!
Another Radio 1 Xtra DJ is in the HOUSE!


Aside from her amazing 1 Xtra show, Remi recently appeared on Celebrity Masterchef and her culinary skills impressed John and Greg
The crowd is growing
What a difference ten minutes makes! Along with the Sugababes and Jess Ennis-Hill, ticketholders have also started to appear at the barrier, no doubt looking forward to performances tonight from...
Ghetts, Sugababes, Cristale, Soul II Soul, DJ Spoony, Byron Messia, gavin Mills and King promise.


The red carpet is filling up
There are stars in ever direction now, with new artists stepping onto the carpet every minute surrounded by their team. More group acts have appeared with Blue Lab Beats, No Guidnce - in four matching blue suits - Soul II Soul, and Kindred all landing in the last 5 minutes.
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