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Sophie Ellis-Bextor Lights Up BAFTA Awards with 'Murder on the Dancefloor' Performance

The 2001 hit song's resurgence, fueled by its feature in the film 'Saltburn,' was a highlight of the star-studded ceremony.

  • Sophie Ellis-Bextor performed her 2001 hit 'Murder on the Dancefloor' at the BAFTA Film Awards 2024, accompanied by a group of dancers.
  • The song has seen a resurgence in popularity due to its feature in the BAFTA-nominated film 'Saltburn,' where it soundtracks a pivotal scene.
  • Ellis-Bextor's performance was part of a star-studded event hosted by David Tennant, with celebrities like David Beckham and Cate Blanchett presenting awards.
  • Despite 'Saltburn's' multiple nominations, including Outstanding British Film and Leading Actor for Barry Keoghan, it did not win any awards.
  • Ellis-Bextor's song 'Murder on the Dancefloor' reached Number Two in the U.K. charts, partly thanks to a viral trend on TikTok.
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