Jarvis Cocker (from Pulp) invaded the stage at the 1996 BRIT Awards in a spur of the moment protest against Michael Jackson's performance. Jackson performed surrounded by children and a rabbi, while making 'Christ-like' poses and performing his then-recent hit, 'Earth Song'.

Jarvis Cocker performed an impromptu stage invasion in protest. In the ensuing confusion, as security attempted to eject Cocker from the stage, three child performers received minor injuries.

Cocker was later detained and interviewed by the police on suspicion of assault. He was subsequently released without charge.

Jarvis said: 'My actions were a form of protest at the way Michael Jackson sees himself as some kind of Christ-like figure with the power of healing...'