Plaistow rapper Ghetts might not have walked away with a MOBO last night but he wowed the crowds with a winning performance of his single, Rebel.

Newham Recorder: Idris Elba with his Mobo Inspiration AwardIdris Elba with his Mobo Inspiration Award (Image: PA Wire/Press Association Images)

The grime artist - who was nominated for three awards - performed the track from his debut album Rebel With A Cause.

Tinchy Stryder and Labrinth were among the stars who congratulated him on his impressive performance on Twitter.

Nicole Scherzinger, Jessie J, Prefessor Green and Jess Glynne were among the other performers at Wembley’s SSE Arena.

Sam Smith was the big winner on the night, picking up four awards.

Actor Idris Elba, who grew up in East Ham, became the first ever recipient of a MOBO Inspiration award at the nominations launch last month.

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