Natasha Bedingfield said her mother inspired RAYE's success years ago.
Ray, 26, was nominated for a record-breaking seven Brit Awards at the ceremony held at the O2 on Saturday (February 24, London), while Natasha, whose mother is the founder of international children's charity Global Angels, Molly reveals that she told her about Ray. “Many years”.
she told red carpet hosts Leighton Williams and Harriet Rose. “My mom is friends with Ray and has known her since she was really young. She's been telling me about her for years. She's helped with Leighton's charity work. It's just amazing. I'm thrilled that she has been nominated for so many awards. ”
RAYE is a finalist in several categories, including two nominations in the song of the year category for “Prada” and “Escapism.”
The “Worth It” hitmaker won RnB Act, Best New Artist, Hip-Hop/Grime/Rap Act, Artist of the Year, and Album of the Year for his acclaimed record “My 21st Century Blues.” It was also selected as The Year.
RAYE, who released the album after parting ways with Polydor Records in 2021, said, “This is nothing short of a miracle.
“Eighteen months ago I was down, but now I've been nominated for seven BRIT Awards.”
Natasha also revealed that she was excited to see Global Icon winner Kylie Minogue perform at the ceremony, saying: “'Can't Get You Out of My Head' is the song. “Kylie is truly a national treasure and I'm so happy that she won this award.” To receive an award. ”
Also on the red carpet, dance act nominee Becky Hill, 30, opened up about Kylie's secret finale performance, revealing that Kylie will be performing a seven-minute medley.
She said: “Kylie is going to do a seven-minute medley. I can't wait. I love 'Out of My Head' and that iconic video. I was such a baby when that came out. So I wanted to be like Kylie.”
The BRIT Awards 2024 with Mastercard will be broadcast exclusively on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player from 8.30pm on Saturday.