AceShowbiz - Dionne Bromfield, the goddaughter of the late music legend Amy Winehouse, has voiced strong objections over the way the BRITs 2026 paid tribute to her godmother. She claims the ceremony “insulted her legacy” by excluding her from the tribute segment honoring Winehouse’s enduring impact on music.

The 2026 BRIT Awards took place on Saturday, February 28, at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester. One of the highlights of the night was Grammy-winning producer and DJ Mark Ronson receiving the Outstanding Contribution Award for his two-decade-long career shaping major hits. His production work includes multi-platinum successes such as Winehouse’s iconic tracks "Back To Black" and "Valerie," alongside hits for artists like Bruno Mars, Dua Lipa, and Miley Cyrus.

During his acceptance speech, Ronson reflected poignantly on his relationship with Winehouse. He described the day they wrote "Back To Black" as one that “changed my life forever,” emphasizing how their collaboration was the foundation for his career recognition. To honor [strong]Amy Winehouse[/strong], Ronson performed a heartfelt rendition of "Back To Black" and invited the Dap-Kings, Winehouse’s live band, to join him onstage for "Valerie."

Although the tribute received praise from many attendees and viewers, some fans expressed disappointment on social media that Bromfield, a singer herself and Winehouse’s goddaughter, had not been invited to participate. One viewer remarked that the BRITs missed an opportunity by not having Bromfield take the lead in the tribute performance.

Responding to these criticisms with a shrugging emoji, Bromfield later clarified her feelings in a series of tweets. She revealed that her exclusion was not an isolated incident but part of a broader pattern of obstacles she has faced in the music industry since [strong]Amy Winehouse[/strong]'s passing.

"This was never about me being on a stage for the sake of being seen or 'the look'. This is much deeper than that," Bromfield wrote. She explained that key figures within the industry have deliberately hindered her career progress, closing doors that Amy had once helped open for her. She stated that Winehouse had been an advocate for her musical talents in ways that did not always align with those around her, and after Winehouse's death, those supportive opportunities diminished.

Bromfield shared a screenshot of her thoughts about the BRITs and the situation, emphasizing that the night felt like a painful reminder of the challenges she continues to endure. "To see so many of the people she loved musically included, while I wasn't, felt like an insult not just to me, but more importantly to Amy and her legacy," she added.

She also addressed responses to her tweets, asserting that her exclusion was definitely not an oversight. Bromfield acknowledged that she has not released music in some time, but said this was not due to a lack of effort on her part. She implied that behind-the-scenes forces have made it extremely difficult for her to maintain momentum in her career.

Bromfield’s connection to Winehouse’s legacy is well established. She performed alongside her godmother on an episode of Strictly Come Dancing in 2009 and paid tribute to her at V Festival following Winehouse’s death in 2011. Bromfield released two albums, "Introducing Dionne Bromfield" (2009) and "Good For The Soul" (2011), before a period of relative silence. She returned to music more recently with the 2021 single "Silly Love" and a new release titled "Green Light" in February 2026.

Meanwhile, the BRITs tribute also featured other notable performances. [strong]Dua Lipa[/strong] joined Ronson on stage to perform their collaboration "Dance The Night" from the Barbie soundtrack, as well as their hit "Electricity." Ronson’s Outstanding Contribution Award placed him among legendary past recipients such as David Bowie, Oasis, Sir Paul McCartney, Elton John, Queen, U2, Robbie Williams, and P!NK.

Other significant awardees included Noel Gallagher, who was named Songwriter of the Year; PinkPantheress, honored as Producer of the Year; and Ozzy Osbourne, who posthumously received the BRITs Lifetime Achievement Award. The latter tribute featured a performance by Robbie Williams alongside longtime members of Osbourne’s band, commemorating the late rock icon’s influence.

The most decorated artist of the night was Olivia Dean, who claimed four awards including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, dominating the ceremony’s major categories.

Despite the star-studded event and various tributes, [strong]Dionne Bromfield[/strong]'s public criticism highlights ongoing tensions about how [strong]Amy Winehouse[/strong]'s legacy is managed and celebrated within the music industry. Her comments bring attention to the challenges she has faced and the broader discussion about honoring the memory of a beloved artist in a way that respects those closest to her.