BRITs 2019: Marvin Humes is first star to arrive on red carpet as glittering event gets underway By Kate Thomas for MailOnline Published: 16:16 GMT, 20 February 2019 | Updated: 16:16 GMT, 20 February 2019 Viewcomments The hottest stars in music headed to London's 02 arena in North Greenwich on Wednesday night in celebration of the 2019 Brit Awards. The evening, hosted by Jack Whitehall for the second year in a row, sees P!nk, 39, being honoured for her career with the Outstanding Contribution To Music prize. Leading the nominations are Dua Lipa, 23, and fellow singer, Anne-Marie, 27. Early arrival: Marvin Humes was the first star to grace the 2019 BRIT Awards red carpet at London's 02 arena in North Greenwich on Wednesday night The New Rules hitmaker has the most nods out of all the BRIT nominees for the second consecutive year after receiving five in 2018. Last year saw the pop princess take home two prizes; British Female and British Breakthrough Artist. This year, she's been nominated four times; British Single for hits IDGAF and One Kiss and British Video, also for the same songs, at the prestigious bash. Putting in an appearance: The presenter rocked a casual sportswear look as he arrived at the awards show Anne-Marie, 27, also has four nods, receiving two for her hit 2002 – and she's nominated in the prestigious categories of British Female and British Album. Rita Ora, Little Mix, Rudimental, Calvin Harris, Jess Glynne and Tom Walker all received two nominations each while other performers given recognition include Liam Payne, Ariana Grande, Camilla Cabello, Drake, Cardi B. and Eminem. Little Mix, Sam Smith, George Ezra, Calvin Harris, The 1975 and Rag 'N' Bone Man will all take to the stage on the biggest night in British music. The evening will kick off with a special performance from Hollywood star Hugh Jackman in celebration of The Greatest Showman. Jack Whitehall said of hosting the ceremony once again: 'What am I looking forward to most about hosting the BRITs? 'I know what it is now, I know the game, you need to be able to think on your feet, throw a few punches, and embrace the chaos. 'That’s what you need to do - embrace the chaos, not fight it.' Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility