Robbie Williams, born on February 13, 1974 in Stoke on Trent, England, is a pop singer who rose to fame as a member of the boy band Take That. He attended Mill Hill Primary School where he showed a talent for performing at a young age. He played the role of the Artful Dodger in their production of Oliver! and it was clear that he had a gift for entertaining.
Williams officially joined Take That in 1990 and the group quickly became one of the UK's most popular boy bands. With hits like "Back for Good" and "Pray," Take That dominated the music charts throughout the 1990s. However, it was Williams' decision to leave the group in 1995 that truly set him on the path to superstardom.
After leaving Take That, Williams embarked on a successful solo career, releasing his debut album "Life Thru a Lens" in 1997. It was with his 1998 single "Millennium" that he scored his first number one hit in the UK, solidifying his status as a solo artist to be reckoned with.
In 2010, Williams married actress Ayda Field in a lavish ceremony. The couple has two children together, a son named Charlton and a daughter named Theodora. In 2018, they welcomed their third child, a daughter named Colette, affectionately known as Coco, via surrogacy.
Despite his success in the music industry, Williams has faced his fair share of challenges. He struggled with drug abuse and depression, a battle that his friend Elton John helped him confront by taking him to a clinic for treatment.
In 2006, Williams set a world record when his solo tour sold 1.6 million concert tickets in a single day, showcasing his enduring popularity and talent as a performer.
Throughout his career, Williams has proven himself to be a versatile and dynamic entertainer, capable of capturing the hearts of audiences around the world. His music continues to resonate with fans young and old, solidifying his status as one of the UK's most iconic pop stars.
With his charismatic personality, powerhouse vocals, and undeniable stage presence, Robbie Williams has left an indelible mark on the music industry and will forever be remembered as a true legend.