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THE one show fans were stunned when they saw the dramatic transformation of a boyband heart-throb. Fans flocked to Twitter to comment on how different Take That's Mark Owen looked.

Robbie Williams fears his upcoming biopic may spoil his chances of reuniting with Take That as a five-piece. The singer's acrimonious departure from the band in 1996 sparked a dramatic breakup, only for Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Mark Owen, and Jason Orange to enjoy huge success after returning without him a decade later. Despite the history, in an interview with The Sunday Times, Williams shared that he hopes to reunite with the group - but a lot depends on how they view his forthcoming biopic Better Man's take on their shared past.

Naman Ramachandran Singer Robbie Williams is “sure” that there will be a second reunion of Take That, the band he was formerly with. In an interview with The Sunday Times, the singer said that the reunion would depend on how his former band members receive “Better Man,” a biopic on Williams being made by “The Greatest Showman” director Michael Gracey. Take That was formed in 1990 with band members including Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Mark Owen, Jason Orange and Williams. In 1995, Williams left the band for a solo career. In 1996, Take That disbanded. In 2006, Take That regrouped, without Williams. And in 2010, Williams rejoined the band for smash hit album “Progress.” In 2011, Williams left the band again, amicably.

Gary Barlow "hates" his name. The 51-year-old singer was the first of four people to be given the full moniker back in 1971 and admitted that even though he loathes the name, it is a "bit late" to change it now. He said: "There were four Gary Barlows born in 1971 and I am relieved to report that I was the first.

Queen Elizabeth II died aged 96 on Thursday (September 8) at her Balmoral estate in Scotland, bringing an end to her 70-year reign.Since the news broke, music events including the 2022 Mercury Prize and major sporting fixtures have been cancelled out of respect.Now, Radio 2 have shared a statement to confirm that their Live In Leeds event, which was due to take place across next weekend (September 17-18) at Temple Newsam Park and feature performances from The event was set to take place at Leeds’ Temple Newsam Park and be headlined by Robbie Williams, has now been cancelled.A statement said: “Following the very sad news of the death of Her Majesty The Queen, as a mark of respect, BBC Radio 2 Live in Leeds will now not take place on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September.“Ticket holders will be issued with refunds via the ticketing provider.”Some news regarding Radio 2 Live in Leeds. pic.twitter.com/Iv8jyIs8nb— BBC Radio 2 (@BBCRadio2) September 9, 2022Alongside Williams on the line-up at Live In Leeds were set to be George Ezra, Kaiser Chiefs, Nile Rodgers & Chic and more.Williams was set to top the bill on the Sunday (September 18) accompanied by the 56-piece BBC Concert Orchestra.

Gary Barlow has revealed the shocking moment he knew his musical career in America came crashing down.As hosts Alex Jones and Jermain Jenas welcomed the singer onto the panel on the latest episode of the BBC’s The One Show, Gary, 51, was asked about an episode where he travels to America and found himself singing infront of music icons Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston.Gary went on to say that a sudden change in song format left him performing on stage “not knowing what the hell” he was doing.READ NEXT: The One Show pulled off-air in schedule shake-up as Alex Jones addresses 'tricky' periodHe told viewers at home: “It was a funny one because about two hours before the big launch the record label said you’re gunna be performing to a remixed version of your song.“And it was all jumbled up so it was like the verse was jumbled up with the chorus and I walked on to the stage not knowing what the hell I was doing.”He added that the performance led to the demise of his career across the pond.“And of course it wall went completely wrong. And that was kind of farewell to America for me I’m afraid.”Alex Jones tried her best to reassure Gary, saying: “you don’t need America, you’ve got us,” as Gary chimed in: “I just go there on holiday now.”Gary also confirmed reports that Take That are set to embark on their highly anticipated world tour next year.

WITH a legion of fans and a string of hits, Gary Barlow rose to fame as the Nineties poster boy for chart-toppers Take That. But despite writing their biggest hits, including A Million Love Songs and Back For Good, he was “drowning in jealousy” as his ex-bandmate Robbie Williams carved out a hugely successful solo career after quitting the band in 1995.

The Masked Dancer judge Peter Crouch has revealed he found joining the show "surreal", as he also addressed his robot dance "stigma".Earlier this year, it was confirmed the retired footballer, 41, would join Oti Mabuse, Davina McCall and Jonathan Ross on the forthcoming series of the ITV reality programme.With his The Masked Dancer debut set to premiere this weekend, Peter has opened up about his thoughts on joining the judging panel.READ MORE: Peter Crouch joins The Masked Singer panel as 'spectacular' costumes announcedDescribing the experience as "surreal", the podcaster also revealed he felt slightly unprepared for the role as there is no "training" involved.Peter said: "Right from the start I was wondering why on earth I was there."When I'm sitting there on The Masked Dancer, next to Davina and Oti, yourself and Jonathan Ross, you've been doing this sort of thing for years and years and years and I'm looking at strawberry thinking what am I going to do? "There's no training for that."So I did find it quite surreal at times."Peter also addressed the "stigma" surrounding his legendary robot dance celebrations during his footballing years.Reflecting on the dance's notoriety, he added: "Let's be honest, it was 2006 and that's a long time ago when I did the robot, did I think I would be on stage with all of you and being a judge on The Masked Dancer."I do so much more than just the robot as well.

Gary Barlow has reflected on one of the most difficult chapters in his career as he discussed the highs and lows of Take That during a candid chat with Welsh comedian and actor Rob Brydon.MORE: Gary Barlow and wife Dawn look so in love in photos taken by son Daniel during family holidaySpeaking on the latest episode of Brydon &, a Spotify exclusive podcast, the musician opened up about his experience being in the 90s band.WATCH: Gary Barlow reveals surprising secret to healthy shakes following weight loss"Early on in your career you think, 'Wow we're the luckiest people in the world,' but you know it's not going to last forever," he said, adding: "When it came to an end, there were many upsides to being in a band."One of those upsides is when you're coming out of a period like I've been in. To sit alongside my bandmates and brothers again, I needed it so much.

The One Show first launched on BBC One 16 years ago.Broadcast live on weeknights, the programme feature topical stories and studio guests and is currently co-hosted by Alex Jones, Jermaine Jenas and Ronan Keating.Launched with a pilot series in 2006, leading to a full series from 2007, it has had various previous permanent and temporary hosts. READ MORE: BBC The One Show's Jermaine Jenas swipes at Alex Jones as she questions his skillsAfter initial low ratings, it has since become a popular staple of British viewing.To mark the show's anniversary, Daily Star has taken a look back at some of the most memorable moments from famous green sofa from over the years.

Robbie Williams will play with the BBC Concert Orchestra as part of the BBC Radio 2 Live event in Leeds next month, it has been confirmed. The headline set at the BBC bash will follow the release of Williams’ new album ‘XXV’, which features new orchestral versions of his greatest hits.

Robbie Williams is set to perform a headline show as part of Radio 2 Live in Leeds next month.The event takes place across September 17 and September 18 at the city’s Temple Newsam Park. George Ezra, Kaiser Chiefs and Nile Rodgers & Chic are among those on the line-up.Today (August 2) it’s been confirmed that Williams will top the bill on the Sunday (September 18) accompanied by the 56-piece BBC Concert Orchestra.“I’m thrilled to be performing at Radio 2 Live at Leeds with my band and the legendary BBC Concert Orchestra in September.

Stockton venue, which had a capacity for 1,600 people, shut its doors for the final time in 2013 and has since been demolished to make way for a carpark. Before the club's permanent closure, in its heyday it saw the likes of Take That, PJ and Duncan (Ant & Dec) and X Factor stars step onto its stage. READ MORE: 76 amazing pictures from Stockton Riverside's massive pop concerts 20 years agoIn 1992, Take That’s Gary Barlow, Robbie Williams, Howard Donald, Mark Owen, and Jason Orange caused mass hysteria when they visited The Mall.

The Masked Dancer, spin-off to hit show The Masked Singer, is coming back for a second series, and it's now been revealed exactly what some of the celebrities taking part will be disguised as. The cast of characters has been announced, and they're as wacky and outlandish as you can expect. Everyone's favourite TV show they never expected to enjoy, The Masked Dancer has a rather simple premise.

Howard Donald proved to be one proud father on Thursday as his daughter, Grace, graduated from university.READ: Gary Barlow reveals his surprising royalties from Heartbeat cameo roleThe singer took to Twitter to share a photo of his grown-up daughter as she posed in her graduation gown outside the University of the Algarve. Grace was beaming in the black gown and cap, with her long brunette hair flowing down past her shoulders and curling at the ends.

Take That's Donald Howard has shared a rare snap of his daughter, Grace, after she graduated from university.The 23 year old attended University of the Arts London and celebrated her achievement with her family on Wednesday, July 13. Overcome with pride, Howard, 54, posted a photo of his daughter on Twitter where he told his followers he was "very proud".

Take That have revealed that they’re working on their first album in five years and that they’re planning a world tour.The last full-length release from the pop trio – comprising Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald – was their eighth studio LP, 2017’s ‘Wonderland’, which featured the singles ‘Giants’ and ‘New Day’.Speaking in a new interview with The Sun‘s Bizarre column, Barlow revealed that Take That have been working remotely on a new album and that they plan on releasing it in late 2023.“We’ve kind of started already,” he said of the group’s forthcoming release. “We’ve learnt to work remotely because we live in different parts of the world.

Pop heartthrob Mark Owen channeled Harry Styles as he embraced the summer sunshine by donning a pair of retro-style white sunglasses. The Babe singer cut a cool figure as he posed at Magic FM.

Mark Owen has teased a Take That reunion as he rocked a brand new look for a radio interview on Wednesday.The singer-songwriter, 50, posed with a pair of eye-catching white sunglasses, a black t-shirt, black leather trousers, and navy Converse. His look has been compared to that of former One Direction star Harry Styles, and comes after Mark teased a possible Take That reunion on the horizon. However, fans will have to wait a while, as he says the band want time to make the "right record." Speaking to Metro's Guilty Pleasures, Mark has opened up about potentially returning to the stage with former bandmates Gary Barlow and Howard Donald following their hiatus in 2019.

X Factor star, 28, was left devastated after his wife-to-be was found dead on the morning they were due to tie the knot in London.

Take That star Howard Donald has said he was "gutted" to hear about the death of his co-star.Danielle Hampson appeared as a dancer alongside the iconic nineties boy band on their Wonderland tour.Danielle – who was engaged to former X Factor star Tom Mann - tragically died on the morning of her wedding at the age of 34.READ MORE: Lewis Capaldi leads tributes to X Factor star's partner after wedding day deathPaying tribute, Howard shared a black and white picture of Danielle on Twitter."I'm gutted beyond words that one of our dancers on Wonderland has passed away," he wrote."What a beautiful and super talented dancer she was.""I'm happy to say I danced with her and the UK dance world will be shocked and saddened just like I am," Howard said, adding a string of broken heart emojis.Tom, who was on the X Factor with his band Stereo Kicks in 2014, had posted a moving message on Instagram saying that his fiancee had passed away."I can't believe I am writing these words but my darling Dani - my best friend, my everything and more, the love of my life - passed away in the early hours of Saturday morning, 18th June," he wrote."On what was supposed to be the happiest day of our lives ended in irreversible heartbreak. I feel like I have cried an ocean.