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Pop singerBirth Name :
Robert Peter Maximillian WilliamsBirth Date :
February 13, 1974Birth Place :
Burslem, Staffordshire, UKClaim to fame :
Single "Angels" from album "Life Thru A Lens" (1997)
Planning to Quit Touring, Robbie Williams to Reject 1.5 Million Offer for a Gig
June 23, 2008 02:06:48It looks like Robbie Williams' fans won't be seeing the pop singer performing on the stage this year after the singer stated that he won't be touring anytime soon. According to reports, the British singer confirmed that news on his blog, stating, "The more time I'm spending away from public life, the more I like it. There definitely won't be a tour any time soon".
Moreover, on the blog the singer also wrote that he is planning to release a new album in 2009 and once again insisting that his fans won't be able to catch him on stage. "I might put the B-sides to the next album out first online. Then put an album out in 2009 which means you won't be seeing a lot of me on stage."
Robbie Williams' 'Journey to the Other Side' with UFO Radio Documentary
April 12, 2008 09:04:34Has made no secret lately of his obsession with aliens, Robbie Williams is attempting a career reinvention with that new hobby. The British singer is about to present a BBC Radio 4 program about aliens, it's been claimed.
Williams teams up with documentary maker Jon Ronson to host a 30-minutes radio special on UFO called "Journey to the Other Side." The twosome recorded it earlier this year near Williams' home in Los Angeles and at a UFO conference in Laughlin, Nevada.
Pop Star Robbie Williams Has the Urge to Launch His Own Cookery Show
March 27, 2008 02:03:38From singer to chef. It appears that Robbie Williams wants to reinvent himself as a celebrity chef as he reportedly has been keeping himself busy learning to cook, taking private lessons.
However, friends are apparently concerned that the former Take That star is only interested in cooking junk food, like chips and burgers, The Sun reported. Greater than that, he's planning to host his own cookery show.
Robbie Williams' 'Rudebox' to be Shipped and Crushed in China
January 17, 2008 01:01:34The relationship between EMI and its artist Robbie Williams is getting complicated. The label is now reportedly planning to ship Williams' 2006 album 'Rudebox' to China to be used as pavement and street lights.
The album that saw the singer's departure from pop to dance/electro, was deemed a flop in the market as being compared to his previous releases. It was speculated as a lack of promotion from EMI for the album received little ads, no supporting tour and little interviews.
Robbie Williams Threatens to Hold Up His Album
January 12, 2008 12:01:22Robbie Williams who earlier this week, has announced his break from touring and producing a new album in 2008, launches another move that will make him stays really low this year. The pop singer has threatened to pull the plug with EMI that suppose to release his new album this September.
"The question is, 'Should Robbie deliver the new album he is due to release to EMI?' We have to say the answer is 'No'," Williams' manager Tim Clark told The Times. "We have no idea how EMI will market and promote the album. They do not have anyone in the digital sphere capable of doing the job required. All we know is they are going to decimate their staff. EMI can sue or pay up his contract. Robbie needs to know what services EMI can provide to an artist of his standing."
Robbie Williams to Leave EMI Like Radiohead?
December 18, 2007 12:12:10Reports said that Robbie Williams will leave his label of 5 years, EMI, to follow the footsteps of Paul McCartney and Radiohead. His manager Tim Clark suggested that "all options" will be open once the contract is off.
"I would be very wary about signing him to any major label at the moment," Clark told the Daily Telegraph.
No More Place for Robbie Williams in Take That
December 15, 2007 01:12:39For once and for all, the four members of Take That have made it clear that Robbie Williams will never join them in the reunion. They may have offered him the chance in the past, but the door has been closed for the last time.
Speaking to The Big Issue, Gary Barlow said, "I think, when it comes down to it, he's just not going to be in the band again. I just don't think there's a place for him now here." Other member Mark Owen added that there were talks to include him in the reunion but "he had other commitments - he had to walk his dog that day".
Robbie Williams, Arctic Monkeys Support Banning of Ticket Re-Sale
December 05, 2007 05:12:13Robbie Williams, Arctic Monkeys and the music act that introduced a new way to release an album this year, Radiohead, are among many people in music industry to prevent scalpers from re-selling concert tickets in higher price.
This campaign would be the starting movement of banning fans who re-sell tickets on websites that have caused the revenue to reach an estimated 200 million pounds from re-sale only.
Robbie Williams to Record Inside Egypt's Pyramid
November 13, 2007 02:11:07Robbie Williams will record his eight studio album in an Egyptian pyramid. Choosing such an unusual place to record is explained as the attempt to get great acoustics.
A source says, "Robbie has heard the chamber of the Great Pyramid has the best acoustics in the world. He's going to go and sing a few notes in there to see if the sound is as impressive as expected."
Orlando Bloom Tops Cosmopolitan's Most Eligible List
August 15, 2007 03:08:02
When it comes to charm and eligibility, Orlando Bloom is the top. The Hollywood hottie and British actor has been chosen to top Cosmopolitan magazine's "Eligible Eleven" poll, after readers of the magazine chose him as the man they would most like to go on a date with.
Thanks to his handsome face and sex appeal that the 30-years-old actor could favorably earn a securing 21 percent of the vote, placing him on the 1st spot, besting fellow movie star Wentworth Miller who comes at 2nd.
Robbie Williams in Serious Talks to Rejoin Take That?
August 07, 2007 02:08:53
Many rumors have been pointed to Robbie Williams rejoining Take That to complete the reunion, this time another is sparked after three members including Robbie met for a serious conversation. Mark Owen reportedly arranged a dinner for him, Robbie and Gary Barlow to mend their falter relationship.
Taking place in a Los Angeles restaurant, the dinner saw the three of them sharing laughs and words. A fellow diner said, "There was no atmosphere between them. Robbie seemed really pleased they were there and gave them both a big hug. The three of them were then deep in conversation all night."
Robbie Williams Throws Money for Charity
July 03, 2007 12:07:12
Despite a report that his latest record was a market flop, singer Robbie Williams opened up his wallet and donated a huge sum of money for charity. He splashed £1.5m to a foundation that he set up with Comic Relief.
The money will proceed to Give It Sum that will later on use it to help groups of youngsters with alcohol and drug problems in his hometown Stoke-on-Trent. "I'm glad the little help I give can raise the profile of things like this," Robbie told The Mirror. "I want to be more active in and around Stoke-on-Trent - the place I love and where I'll eventually return to."
Robbie Williams Made Peace with Guy Chambers
May 29, 2007 11:05:54
Robbie Williams, whose latest effort received a mild reception, is in talks with Guy Chambers to make his career catapulted back. As a pair the two successfully put Robbie's name as an accomplished solo singer.
A source tells The Sun newspaper: "Rob's going back into the studio with Guy later in the year. They have been talking on the phone a lot and they are excited by it all." Robbie was not in good term with Guy after the "Rudebox" singer agreed to accept a $60 million song deal with EMI Records in 2002.
50 Cent Wants Robbie Williams for Duet
May 01, 2007 03:05:41
50 Cent sees that the possibility of him collaborating with British singer Robbie Williams is indeed very big. He particularly wants Robbie to taste hip-hop and get on the recording studio with him.
The rapper who is amazed by Robbie's voice said, "People should look forward to hearing 50 Cent and Robbie together. He's keen to explore hip-hop. He's got a very distinctive voice and with the right song we could work well together." A deal was already made between both representatives and they are currently in early planning of the collaboration.
The 52nd Ivor Novello Awards Reveals Early Nominees
April 24, 2007 12:04:40
The "Ivors" that appreciate the craft of songwriters and composers will be given out anytime soon as the list of nominees revealed. In the 52nd cycle, the Ivor Novello Awards is honoring not only the British but also international artists such as Madonna and Scissor Sisters.
Madonna runs for two categories PRS Most Performed Work and International Hit of The Year, thanks to the single "Sorry" that she co-wrote with Stuart Price. The single is competing with Scissor Sisters's hit "I Don't Feel Like Dancing" that is partly written by Sir Elton John in both categories. In the former their singles will be the competitors of Corinne Bailey Rae's "Put Your Records On" and in the latter against Robbie Williams' "Rudebox".
Robbie Williams, Back to Take That for Good?
April 09, 2007 10:04:17
Seeing the good prospects Take That has achieved in the early of their reunion, Robbie Williams is reportedly interested to make the band comes full circle. Williams see that it is inevitable that he will complete the line-up in near future.
On April 7 the singer's mother Jan Williams said that she believed her son would re-join the group. Jan told local newspaper Stoke Sentinel, "On the question of him doing something with them, I feel that will happen," she declared. "It would be something he wanted to do."
British Pop Star Robbie Williams Leaves Rehab
March 08, 2007 11:03:39
Freedom has come approaching Robbie Williams. The British pop singer has checked out of a US rehab clinic, where he went on February 13th this year, on the eve of his 33rd birthday, for dependency on prescription drugs.
A spokeswoman for the singer confirmed the news Wednesday March 7th, saying "Robbie Williams has completed his stay in Arizona and continues with an aftercare programme in" his new home town of Los Angeles.
Robbie Williams Admitted to A Rehabilitation Center in the US
February 14, 2007 10:02:04
Robbie Williams spent his Valentine and birthday, all at once, in rehab clinic. The British pop star, who turned 33 on Tuesday Feb 13th, has been admitted to a rehabilitation center in the United States where he will undergo treatment for prescription drug addiction, his agent confirmed.
"Robbie Williams has today been admitted into a treatment center in America for his dependency on prescription drugs," his public relations agent in London said Tuesday. "There will be no further comment on this matter."
Robbie Williams to Look "Through a Glass Brightly"
January 30, 2007 03:01:01
Appears to be quite determined in sparking an acting career, Robbie Williams is reportedly engaged in talks for a role of a recovering alcoholic named Nick Charles in a new movie from Roy Vernon entitled "Through a Glass Brightly: The Fall and Rise of an Alcoholic."
Based on Charles' own book of the same name, the project is likely to stay true to the original material which documents the real life events of the author, who lived on the street for twenty-five years after losing his home and family.
The Celebrities that People Want to Hear Sing A Christmas Carol
December 26, 2006 01:12:43
Regardless her decision to put her singing career on hold, Charlotte Church is still an item in the industry. According to a survey by chocolate shop, Chocolatier Thorntons, the singer is the No. 1 choice that people want to hear sing a Christmas carol.
There are of 2,000 Briton voters want Church. Come in a close second place is Robbie Williams who earns of the votes.
Most Women Fantasize About Daniel Craig While Making Love to Their Partners
December 07, 2006 09:12:45
His being the first blonde Bond in "Casino Royale" has resulted in many negative response. Nonetheless, that role has also helped launching Daniel Craig into the galaxy of superstardom. Thanks to the success of the flick that not only he has become a hot commodity in Hollywood, but also turned into a sought after movie star. On top of all, he has become the darling of many women.
In a recent Internet poll, Craig's name is on the top number one as man most women fantasize about while making love to their partners. His being on the top spot of the poll obviously leaving X Factor judge Simon Cowell on second place. Ranked 3rd on the poll of 1,000 adults is Jesse Metcalfe, followed after by David Beckham at 4th and Brad Pitt at No. 5.
Singing Star Robbie Williams Finds A New Love
November 20, 2006 10:11:24
Robbie Williams and Lisa D'Amato get it on. The twosome reportedly have been dating for a month.
It is said that the singer has been seeing Lisa since he met her at a party in Hollywood last month.
Winners of the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards Latin America
October 20, 2006 01:10:32
A crowd of some 10,000 packed the Palacio de los Deportes Thursday night Oct 19th for the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards Latin America. Those handful people saw the winning of successful Mexican singer and songwriter Julieta Venegas who took home the Best Performer award.
The Grammy winning singer was actually nominated for five other categories, including Best Video, Artist of the Year and Song of the Year among others. Unfortunately she only won one. Aside, Colombian rock singer-songwriter Juanes won the Best Artist-Central award. Also there was the likes of Robbie Williams who nabbed the Best Pop International award, and My Chemical Romance who was handed the Best Rock International award.
Victoria to Host A Pre-World Cup Charity Auction
May 05, 2006 04:05:18
Some notable names have been listed to attend a pre-world cup charity auction, which is about to be hosted by Victoria Adams. The beauty reportedly has managed to gather numbers of items to be donated, including a pair of diamond encrusted his and hers watches, a diamond necklace and a limited edition Bentley car.
The auction, which will be held at the Beckham's Hertfordshire mansion, will be attended by the entire England football squad, Prince Charles, Sir Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley and Tom Cruise among others. All the attendance will be entertained by a duet of Robbie Williams and James Brown. Graham Norton has been slated to host the event, with Gordon Ramsay is to preparing the food.
List of Nominees at the 2006 Ivor Novello Awards
April 25, 2006 10:04:28
Once again set to hold Ivor Novello Awards this year, British Academy of Composers and Songwriters has announced the nominees of the prestigious event and it was Coldplay who turned out to lead the nominations. Receiving three nods, the band has been nominated through "Fix You" in the category of Best Song also "Speed of Sounds" which will challenge James Blunt's hit single of "You're Beautiful" in those of PRS Most Performed Work and International Hit of the Year.
Other nominees include notable names like Robbie Williams and Natalie Imbruglia who both obtained one nomination as well as Kaiser Chiefs and Athlete who compete in the same category of Best Contemporary Song. Winners will be revealed at a ceremony held on May 25 in London. For complete list if nominees, please go directly to http://www.britishacademy.com/awards/ivorsmenu/ivorshome.html.
Those Make the List of Britain's Favorite Lyric
April 17, 2006 01:04:03
In a poll conducted by music channel VH1, Irish rock band U2 has its 1992 song "One" credited as Britain's Favorite Lyric thanks to its line "One life, with each other, sisters, brothers". Elsewhere, chosen as the 2nd Britain's Favorite Lyric is The Smiths' "How Soon is Now" of which line reading "So you go and you stand on your own, and you leave on your own, and you go home, and you cry, and you want to die".
Debut at No. 3 on the poll is Nirvana's "I feel stupid and contagious, here we are now, entertain us" from its "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Take the 4th place is Bob Marley's "Redemption Song", while Coldplay's "Yellow" secures the 5th place. Rounding out the Top 10 on the poll is Robbie Williams' uplifting "Angels" and Radiohead's sour "Creep."
Global Top 10 Albums of 2005
April 03, 2006 09:04:40
British band Coldplay has topped the 2005's global charts with their album "X&Y" sold 8.3 million copies around the world, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) reports. Such attainment leads the music act to top some other famous musicians, like Mariah Carey whose album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold 7.7 million to be at 2nd position.
Top the 2005's global charts at No. 3 is 50 Cent's "The Massacre" which has been sold 7.5 million worldwide. The Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" (6.8m) is 4th, followed by "American Idiot" by Green Day which sold 6.4 million copies. Madonna's "Confessions on a Dance Floor" is next, just one place ahead of Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" at No. 7.
The 2006 NRJ Music Award Winners
January 23, 2006 02:01:55Robbie Williams, Shakira, and Madonna scored great at this year NRJ Music Awards held Saturday night Jan 21st, 2006.
Accepting the Best Male International Performer award at the prestigious event, Williams charmed fans with his performance on hit "Tripping."
Williams Tapped to Sing Casino Royale's Theme Song
December 14, 2005 09:12:34British great singer Robbie Williams has been tapped by producers of the upcoming James Bond movie "Casino Royale" to sing the film's theme song. Meanwhile, veteran singer Tony Christie thinks the song he has written for the film is just perfect for Williams.
"Robbie's voice would suit it down to the ground - plus he's current and hip so it would be absolutely great if he did it," explained Christie. "We tried to make it a typical Bond theme tune with a throbbing dramatic bassline filling the background." Record on the set reportedly due February next year.
UK Album Charts Top Holders
December 13, 2005 03:12:58Eminem is starting a brand new success in music industry. The rapper's greatest hits compilation "Curtain Call - The Hits" has stayed at number one for a second week in the UK album charts. The 2nd position is held by Robbie Williams' "Intensive Care," which soon followed by Westlife's "Face To Face" at No. 3.
The has just comeback music group Take That secures the 4th place with their "Never Forget - The Ultimate Collection." No. 5 is Madonna's "Confessions On A Dance Floor," one place ahead of Il Divo's "Ancora" at No. 6. No. 7 to No. 10 in a row is James Blunt's "Back To Bedlam," Sugababes' "Taller In More Ways," Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway," and The Pussycat Dolls' "PCD."
Robbie Williams Won Libel Case
December 08, 2005 09:12:59British pop singer Robbie Williams has on Tuesday Dec 6, accepted undisclosed libel damages and apologies from publishers retracted allegations they had made in newspapers and magazines that he was secretly homosexual. Not attending the London's High Court for the settlement of his action against publishing companies MGN and Northern and Shell, Williams' lawyer said "Mr Williams is not, and has never been, homosexual."
As for everybody to know, the case actually was provoked by stories published last year which centered on the publication of Williams' book entitled "Feel." It is said that the book, an autobiographical account of Williams' life, was claimed as deceptive because it only covered his sexual relations with women when in reality the 31-year-old was a homosexual. Moreover, Shields revealed that in August 2004, MGN published a story headlined "Robbie's secret gay lover" on the front page of weekly British tabloid The People.
Robbie Williams Breaks World Ticket Sale Record
November 26, 2005 11:11:48British pop star Robbie Williams scores another attainment in world music industry. The singer has entered the Guinness Book of World Records by selling more than 1.6 million tickets for his new tour in just one day.
Tickets for "Williams' 2006 World Tour," which closes at the new Wembley Stadium in September, went on sale last Saturday. Tour agent even has to add two more dates to meet fans demand, which by 2.30 pm all five nights had sold out.
Take That Is Back, But Without Robbie Williams
November 26, 2005 09:11:12The music group isn't disappearing just like that. Take That gets ready for a comeback. All members, Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Jason Orange and Mark Owen, minus Robbie Williams, held a press conference in London on Friday to announce details of a comeback tour - almost 10 years after they split up.
Take That has scheduled 11 dates beginning April 24 in Newcastle. Other dates include Birmingham on April 27-28, Glasgow April 30, Sheffield May 2, Manchester May 5-6, London May 8-9, Dublin May 12 and Belfast May 14. Will the boys back for good? Only time will tell.
Naomi Campbell Had an Affair with Robbie Williams
November 23, 2005 10:11:58"A lie has no legs." So the proverb says and it's true. You can't hide the truth for any longer so you better be an honest person. Learn from our supermodel Naomi Campbell and don't you ever dare to make the same mistake as hers. The beauty is reported to have had an affair with Robbie Williams. About this, Campbell's former personal assistant, Rebecca White, has revealed all.
White said that Campbell had a year-long affair with the singer at the time she was still dating Formula 1 team, Renault's boss, Flavio Briatore. Worse, White claimed to have seen both of them in bed which then made it obvious for her that they shared more than just a platonic friendship. "She would talk fondly about Robbie from time to time, so I knew they were acquainted. But the first time I actually met him was that day in February 2001 when I walked into Naomi's bedroom...and found them cuddled up in her bed," so White said.
Still on Top of the Charts Is Westlife
November 08, 2005 11:11:31Irish boy band Westlife celebrates their winning, even double as their latest album entitled "Face To Face" has joined their single "You Raise Me Up" at the top of the charts. This is the second time that their single is number one, while the album attainment automatically pushes Robbie Williams' "Intensive Care" off the top spot to No. 2 as Rod Stewart's "Thanks for the Memory -- Great American Songbook Vol. 4" entering the charts at No. 3.
In the meantime, at number 4 in the album chart is "Living A Dream," which is another new entry by Katherine Jenkins. The Prodigy compilation album "Their Law - The Singles" falls three places to number five.
The Glorious Green Day
November 04, 2005 11:11:55This year is likely to still be the band era, particularly at the MTV Europe Music Awards as Green Day and Coldplay successfully grabbed two prizes each in this event which took place in the capital of Portuguese, Lisbon. The U.S. punk rock trio won the Best Rock Act and Best Album category for "American Idiot" while the British act brought home the awards for Best U.K. and Ireland Act as well as Best Song through "Speed of Sound."
Selected by music fans from across Europe and Africa who voted via MTV's website online, the other winners included Shakira, Robbie Williams, Snoop Dogg, and Alicia Keys. Congrats to you all.
Westlife Tops UK Singles Charts
November 01, 2005 12:11:14It's been six years since they scored their last number one hit, "Swear It Again." Now, the Irish boy band scores another record, their 13th number one hit, with their cover version of ballad "You Raise Me Up." With the single, Westlife successfully knocks the top of the British singles charts, sets aside last week's top track "I Bet You Look Good on the Dance floor" by rock band Arctic Monkeys to No. 2.
In the third slot of the charts is Sugababes' "Push The Button," which drops one place after previously spent three weeks at the top. British singer Kate Bush, in addition, makes her return to the charts with "King of the Mountain" from her first album to be released in 12 years at No. 4. Elsewhere, Robbie Williams' "Tripping" moves from number four to number five, though his album "Intensive Care" is still the king of the album chart.
The Life Story of Robbie Williams
October 13, 2005 09:10:08Robbie Williams is already famous and has everything he wants. But, he won't easily feel satisfy with what he is now. Wanting more, the popular singer reportedly will sell his life story to Hollywood movie company Paramount Pictures.
It is reported that Williams used to write during therapy for drink and drug problems, while staying in Los Angeles. He says "I started to write them as therapy while I was in Los Angeles, and a friend suggested I submit them. To my surprise they liked them and have optioned them, which is amazing. Would I like to act? No, not at all, but I like the idea of some of my work being up there on the big screen."
Madonna to Reveal Her First Confession at the EMAs
October 06, 2005 04:10:09Pop superstar Madonna has confirmed that she's about to perform at the 2005 MTV Europe Music Awards, which will take place in Portugal on November 3. She will at that event perform live her new single for her new album "Confessions on a Dance Floor."
The beauty will join other lineup that include Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Green Day, Black Eyed Peas and Robbie Williams, who will all perform live too. As of "Confessions on a Dance Floor," it is slated for a November 14 release date. See you there.
Williams In "Intensive Care"
August 25, 2005 12:08:43Singer Robbie Williams undergoes "Intensive Care" not in the exact meaning, instead it's the title of his upcoming album. It's his 6th solo album, which Williams has been recording in Los Angeles for the past two years.
"Intensive Care" (EMI) will be released in Europe on October 24, while North America release date remains undisclosed. Talking about his new task, Williams said in his website, the new album's first single, "Tripping," is "something like a mini-gangster opera" and will be issued to European radio outlets beginning September 5 ahead of its October 3 release at retail.
