One Direction at the BRITs

One Direction at the BRITs

One Direction picked up the Global Success Award for the second year in a row, as well as the Best Video prize for 'Best Song Ever' at last night's ceremony, and their 'X Factor' mentor Simon Cowell couldn't be happier about their success.

He wrote: "Congratulations One D! Global success of the year. So happy for you."

Simon  went on to thank the group's loyal fans for their support.

He added: "A huge thank you to everyone who helped them achieve this. The greatest fans.

"Thank you everyone for voting for best video. It is a brilliant video. Congrats to the boys and Ben who made it."

The group - Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson and Liam Payne - also used social media to thank their fans before heading to the Sony after party, where they celebrated with BRITs host James Cordon.

Harry Styles wrote: "Thank you to everyone who voted.. BRITs are ace."

Niall Horan couldn't contain his excitement as he thanked his supporters, writing: "Thank you for all the votes! U guys are incredible ! #BRITs2014 #BRITsOneDirection. (sic)

"What a night! You guys are f****n' incredible ! love you so much! (sic)"