In the best British male category, he triumphed over Plan B, Olly Murs, Calvin Harris and Richard Hawley.

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Calvin Harris, Richard Hawley, Ben Howard, Olly Murs will compete with Plan B for the best British male title.

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Luckily, comedians Matt Lucas, better known as George Dawes, and David Lucas provided some humour when they dressed as Charlotte Church and Eminem to present the prize for best British male.

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Last year's winners included British conductor Antonio Pappano, named best male artist, and operatic quartet Il Divo, who were crowned artists of the decade.

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The film, based on the Stephanie Meyer book, is up for best movie and male breakthrough performance for its star, British actor Robert Pattinson.

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British conductor Antonio Pappano has also been shortlisted twice in the best male category and critics' award categories.

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