Is Chris Evans the right person to host the Brits?(The big question)

Chris Evans was last week announced as the Brits' surprise choice as host. But is he the right man to front next year's event?

Martel Maxwell, The Sun

"Chris Evans is an inspired choice to host the Brits. The crucial thing is that it will be talked about. After a five-year absence from screens, it's a gamble for show bosses, but who wants to play safe? He will do it his way, injecting humour and hopefully some controversy into the awards. I've no doubt Chris has started working on what is essentially his comeback script already. Last year it was Cat Deeley--top totty, yes. But belly laughs, no."

Phil Mount, Initial

"I'm slightly biased Oil this because I worked with Chris on TFI Friday for four or five years, but I think he's been sorely missed on TV. The last time he hosted the awards it was a really good show and Ant & Dec have come in since then and done a good job, but I'm looking forward to seeing Chris back. It's a choice that will be great for the Brits."

Guy Freeman, Celador Music & Events

"It's easy to criticise, but it's also incredibly hard to book a host for the Brits. Very few high-profile names are willing, contractually free or able to engage in the necessary promotion. Having done it before, ...