STUNNED Robbie Williams revealed he was groped by a fan while performing to a sold out 65,000-strong crowd.
The pop star, 50, put on a masterclass at BST Hyde Park, London, on Saturday with a career-spanning set.
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Robbie Williams delivered a classic concert in Hyde Park on SaturdayCredit: Getty
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Robbie revealed a surprise unexpected interaction with the crowdCredit: GETTY
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‘I’m not kidding you, that happened’, he told the crowdCredit: GETTY
While Robbie described the concert as “absolutely sensational” and one of his “favourite shows ever”, there was an unexpected surprise part-way through.
Showing off his toned tattooed arms in a white vest and wearing baggy matching trousers, the singer revealed how an audience member got a bit handsy with his privates.
Speaking from the stage runway, he said: “It’s not like the 90s. It’s very mumsy over here.
“One of them checked my temperature, one of them supported my back, but whoever that was over there is a magician because, I am not kidding you, this actually happened, somebody got their fingers like this [make pinching motion] and went right on my b***end.
“I’m not kidding you, that happened. They zoned in and went boom, like that. Thank you, you made an old man happy.”
Early on in the show, which was a celebration of his 25 year solo career, Robbie told the crowd he’d be vulnerable, sharing the “highest highs and lowest lows”.
The singer recounted his growing upset with Gary Barlow “singing all the songs” in his Take That years which fuelled his desire to break free from the group and experience the limelight himself.
After revealing how he partied with Oasis at Glastonbury in the mid 90s, Robbie sang a rendition of the band’s hit Don’t Look Back in Anger.
He was joined on stage by his good friend and Supergrass frontman Gaz Coombes for a version of that band’s anthem Alright, and they were backed by a vibrant backdrop celebrating the British seaside.
Ex-EastEnders star Danny Dyer, who watched England’s Euros win backstage with Robbie before the gig, stepped into Phil Daniels shoes for Park Life, with the Coldstream Guards providing some added pomp to Blur’s Britpop classic.
Watch the moment Robbie Williams shocks fans as he invites EastEnders legend Danny Dyer onto the stage for duet at BST Hyde Park gig
Robbie then performed Take That song Back For Good, and went on to get the crowd to cheer for each of his former bandmates – Gary, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange – proving any animosity has long since died.
There were tear-jerking scenes when Robbie paid tribute to his wife Ayda Field and four kids – Teddy, 11, Charlie, 9, Coco, 5 and Beau, 3 – before singing I Love My Life as they watched on from an exclusive turret in the golden circle.
And another emotional moment came in the encore when Robbie laid bare his battle with self doubt, anxiety and addiction during the height of his fame, before leading into set closer Angels.
His family joined him on stage for the finale and they embraced in front of the huge sparkling screens as golden fireworks were launched into the sky from behind the stage.
Hoarse from a non-stop 20 song singalong, fans had just enough voice left to belt out Dirty Dancing anthem The Time of My Life as it fittingly fizzed out of the speakers as they left the park.
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The pop star sang tracks from every era of his careerCredit: Getty
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His family joined him on stage for set closer AngelsCredit: Robbie Williams/Instagram
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Robbie credited his 18 year marriage with keeping him soberCredit: Getty
PHOTO: Raiders’ New Starting RB Looks Absolutely Shredded & Ready For Monster Year In Viral Pic That Should Frighten NFL Defenses
If his work in the gym is an indication of anything, Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White is about to go off in his first year as the team’s RB1.
The Raiders allowed 2022 rushing champion Josh Jacobs to walk to free agency, and he wound up signing with the Green Bay Packers. That opened the door for Zamir White, the Raiders’ 2022 fourth-round pick, to slot in as the new starting running back.
On his Instagram story, White shared a selfie in the gym. And let’s just say this man looks more built to be a linebacker or defensive end than a running back, a thought that should terrify the rest of the league:
Zamir White is listed at 215 pounds on the Raiders’ official team website. But let’s assume that it hasn’t been updated, because he looks a lot closer to 247-pound beast Derrick Henry in this photo.
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The Georgia product was drafted 122nd overall by the Raiders in 2022. After seeing just 17 carries for 40 yards in his rookie year, Zamir White got extended playing time as Jacobs’ understudy.
The 24-year-old White had 451 rushing yards, one touchdown and 15 receptions for 98 yards in 17 games last season. The No. 2 RB on the depth chart is Alexander Mattison, whom the Raiders signed following his release from the Minnesota Vikings.
A Monster Season Awaits Zamir White
If the Raiders didn’t believe in Zamir White, they would have either re-signed Josh Jacobs or brought in additional running back help via free agency or the draft.
Las Vegas will once again look to pound the rock in 2024 as they maneuver around a questionable quarterback situation with Aidan O’Connell and Gardner Minshew II. Playing behind one of the league’s top run-blocking units, White should have a nice breakout campaign in Sin City.
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RUMOR: Two Of The Biggest Names In Football Are Being Linked To The Dallas Cowboys Head Coaching Job Once Mike McCarthy Is Fired
Two NFL legends have been floated as possible replacements for Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, who’s surely fighting for his job here in 2024.
Many were stunned when Dallas owner Jerry Jones decided to bring back Mike McCarthy following yet another postseason meltdown, this time a 48-32 home loss to the seventh-seeded Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card Round.
McCarthy is entering the final season of a five-year contract he signed in 2020. Jones rarely “fires” a coach, so he could move on from McCarthy nice and neatly if the Cowboys fall well short of expectations again.
The Marca newspaper suggested two marquee names as targets for the Cowboys if they do indeed part ways with Mike McCarthy: Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and Colorado Buffaloes HC and Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders:
“Bill Belichick is one of the most successful coaches in the NFL. Deion Sanders is testing his talents as a head coach with the Colorado Buffaloes. For many, there is no point of comparison between one and the other, even so, both could be on the shortlist for one of the most desired positions in the league, that of the helmsman of the Dallas Cowboys…
It’s no secret that team owner Jerry Jones is not satisfied with the team’s performance under McCarthy. Although they have entered the postseason three consecutive years, they have lost twice in the wild-card round and once reached the divisional round.
The numbers don’t help McCarthy, and Jones isn’t known for his patience. The search for the new Cowboys head coach is about to begin, and Belichick could face unexpected competition from Coach Prime for the job.”
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.@MattVerderame continues SI’s examination of all 32 NFL teams with the Cowboys, who are on an uncertain path after Jerry Jones decided to not extend Mike McCarthy, Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons:https://t.co/6E4FeUrvq6
— The MMQB (@theMMQB) July 8, 2024
Belichick and the New England Patriots parted ways after a disappointing 4-13 season. He left Foxborough as the greatest coach in NFL history, having led the organization to nine AFC title banners and six Super Bowl championships.
As for “Prime Time”, he’s only entering the second season of a five-year deal with the Buffaloes. Even if he wanted to jump to the NFL (and there’s no indicator of that right now), Sanders would need to build a winning culture in Colorado before garnering consideration for a head coaching job in the pros.
So if one of these two men were a candidate to replace Mike McCarthy, it’s by far Bill Belichick. The greatest head coach in NFL history would be an enticing fit for America’s Team, too.
Last Chance For Mike McCarthy In Dallas
At this rate, it’s not a stretch to say that the Cowboys have to reach the NFC Championship Game if McCarthy is to save his job. At some point, Jerry has to stop being okay with only regular season success and the odd Wild Card Round victory.
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