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Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh fans praise man's reaction as Robbie Williams 'picks him out in the crowd'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp The moment Robbie Williams halted the show to have a conversation with an Edinburgh fan has been caught on camera. The Angels singer stopped to ask one man named Kevin a few questions during his anticipated gig at Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday night. Described as being a 'good sport' by other fans, the star commented on Kevin's tan and said he looked "f****ng beautiful". As the singer holds a conversation, the crowds erupts into applause and Kevin continues to smile throughout the sweet moment. Within the clip, Robbie says: "I'll tell you what, you look f*****ng beautiful. What's your name? Kevin? Kevin with a tan everybody - look at that. "Look at those f****ng eyebrows too, oh my god. Have you had the micro thing? Do you do eyebrows Kevin?" Kevin was not the only fan who was lucky enough to be spotted by the star. Earlier we reported Robbie kissed one woman while serenading her with his smash hit She's The One. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox The singer kicked off his Britpop tour at Murrayfield before heading to London, Manchester, Bath and then across Europe. On Saturday morning, Robbie shared a post on Instagram while performing with his band and wearing a Britpop T-shirt. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. He captioned the video: "See you tonight Edinburgh for BRITPOP Night 1."
Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Surprising moment Robbie Williams kisses Edinburgh fan at Murrayfield gig mid-song
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp One lucky Edinburgh fan shared a sweet moment with Robbie Williams after she was kissed by her idol on Saturday night. The Rock DJ star performed to around 70,000 fans at Murrayfield on May 31 as he kicked off his Britpop tour before heading to London, Manchester, Bath and then across Europe. However one fan was luckier than some as Robbie planted a kiss on her while serenading her with 'She's The One'. The sweet moment was shared on social media and shows the Angel singer down in the crowd performing to Debbie. The pair are hugging before Robbie quickly kisses her and walks back onto the stage to carry on performing the smash hit. As he's making his way back up, Debbie starts to cry after the moment in disbelief. Hundreds of fans in attendance loved watching the scene unfold and said they were 'so happy' for Debbie. The caption of the short clip reads: "Was so happy for. Like what do you mean THE Robbie Williams just kissed you?" Another fan said: "Awww I loved this for her". Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox A second added: "Lucky, Lucky girl. Go Debbie". "Omg this was so cute. So happy for Debbie", a third said. On Saturday morning, Robbie shared a post on Instagram while performing with his band and wearing a Britpop T-shirt. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. He captioned the video: "See you tonight Edinburgh for BRITPOP Night 1." On Friday we reported Robbie Williams and his wife Ayda have been spending some time in Gleneagles before he kicked off his UK stadium tour. Robbie's wife Ayda revealed they had been making the most of the drink offerings available at the £1600 a night five star hotel. Sharing some images online, Ayda enjoyed the whisky offering at the resort - a known favourite of Prince William and Princess Kate, John Travolta, Oasis and Sir Sean Connery.
Edinburgh Live
3 days ago
- Climate
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh fans left soaking as heavy downpours hit before Robbie Williams appearance
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Unfortunate Edinburgh Robbie Williams fans have been caught in torrential downpours while waiting for the star to take to the stage at Murrayfield. The singer is kicking off the first leg of his Britpop tour in the Scottish capital on Saturday and the weather has certainly not been in his and his fans' favour with showers starting as thousands flocked to the West End stadium. Following a brief period of sunshine the heavens well and truly opened as footage from inside the stadium shows hundreds of fans wearing waterproof ponchos and standing with their hoods up. Several also took to social media to say they were forced to chuck their own umbrellas in the bin ahead of the gig, with security enforcing strict rules. According to Met Office forecasters, showers are to be the theme of the evening with several spells of heavy downpours set to leave fans sodden by the time the gig concludes at around 11pm. For those dreading the journey home, ScotRail confirmed extra carriages and trains will be added wherever possible in a bid to help fans travel to and from the gig with ease. Additional late-night services are also set to run from Edinburgh to Glasgow, Dundee, Dunblane, & Perth. For those heading to Haymarket after the show, ScotRail added: "Seeing @robbiewilliams later today? Please note Haymarket station will be much busier than usual. When the show ends, walk quickly back to Haymarket station if you can, and join the holding area on Haymarket Terrace where you'll be directed to the appropriate queue." The Angels singer shared a message to his fans only hours before doors opened. On Saturday morning, the singer shared a post on Instagram while performing with his band and wearing a Britpop T-shirt. He captioned the video: "See you tonight Edinburgh for BRITPOP Night 1." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Over 600 comments were left on the short clip. One fan said: "Have a brilliant time tonight!!! Can't wait to hear Rocket live next week! I'm practising keeping up with the lyrics in the verse without passing out." Another wrote: "Sooo excited. Bringing my boy for his first ever concert."
Edinburgh Live
3 days ago
- Climate
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh fans brave the rain for Robbie Williams as they flock to Murrayfield
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Thousands of fans are braving the rain as they head to Murrayfield for Robbie Williams. The former Take That singer is kicking off his Britpop tour here in the capital, and doors opened at 4pm. With support acts set to come on at 6pm, Robbie will be performing at 8.30pm. Many were looking to head into the stadium to find their spot on Saturday afternoon, just as the heavens opened over the city. Images from the queue show umbrellas up, and ponchos on. However, the Met Office predicts the rain will soon move on - with the sun making an appearance at around 6pm, just in time for Robbie. They said: "Showers will die out from the west this evening. "Then dry with clear periods but rain will spread to the southwest later in the night. Chilly in sheltered glens. "Minimum temperature 6C." (Image: Edinburgh Live) Edinburgh Council reminded fans and locals that the city centre, and Murrayfield, would be busy on Saturday night. They said: "Tomorrow Robbie Williams begins his BRITPOP tour. "We're expecting the city centre and the Murrayfield area to be very busy so please plan ahead, use public transport or walk where possible." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Queues on the Edinburgh Bypass were building from around 2pm. Traffic Scotland added: "Starting to look busy heading into Edinburgh as people head over for the Robbie Williams gig. "Make sure you have 'No Regrets' or that you 'Come Undone' with any queues. Keep your journey 'Supreme' by checking here for the latest delays." (Image: Edinburgh Live) The Angels singer shared a message to his fans only hours before doors opened. On Saturday morning, the singer shared a post on Instagram while performing with his band and wearing a Britpop T-shirt. He captioned the video: "See you tonight Edinburgh for BRITPOP Night 1." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Over 600 comments were left on the short clip. One fan said: "Have a brilliant time tonight!!! Can't wait to hear Rocket live next week! I'm practising keeping up with the lyrics in the verse without passing out." Another wrote: "Sooo excited. Bringing my boy for his first ever concert."
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Robbie Williams shares backstage clip hours before Edinburgh Murrayfield gig
Robbie Williams shared a message with his Edinburgh fans hours before he takes to the stage in the capital. The Rock DJ star is set to perform in front of a full crowd at Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday evening. With tens of thousands set to attend the concert, the star is kicking off his Britpop tour in the city before heading to London, Manchester, Bath and then across Europe. Doors open for the gig at 4pm, and it's expected to wrap up at around 11pm. READ MORE: Huge Edinburgh crowds gather as famous actor spotted filming in city centre READ MORE: Robbie Williams and wife Ayda's luxury Scottish resort stay before Edinburgh gig Robbie will take to the stage at 8.30pm, with Lottery Winners on at 6pm and Rag 'n' Bone Man following at 7pm. On Saturday morning, the singer shared a post on Instagram while performing with his band and wearing a Britpop T-shirt. He captioned the video: "See you tonight Edinburgh for BRITPOP Night 1." Over 600 comments were left on the short clip. One fan said: "Have a brilliant time tonight!!! Can't wait to hear Rocket live next week! I'm practising keeping up with the lyrics in the verse without passing out." Another wrote: "Sooo excited. Bringing my boy for his first ever concert." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox "I am SO READY! Been crying my eyes out all morning. I wasn't sure this would happen for us again." On Friday we reported Robbie Williams and his wife Ayda have been spending some time in Gleneagles before he kicks off his UK stadium tour. Robbie's wife Ayda revealed they had been making the most of the drink offerings available at the £1600 a night five star hotel. Sharing some images online, Ayda enjoyed the whisky offering at the resort - a known favourite of Prince William and Princess Kate, John Travolta, Oasis and Sir Sean Connery. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Fans have been urged to get to the venue 'as quickly as possible'. After the gig, those heading to Haymarket will join the holding area on Haymarket Terrace where they will be directed to the appropriate queue. Edinburgh Council said: "Robbie Williams begins his BRITPOP tour at Murrayfield Stadium. "We're expecting the city centre and the Murrayfield area to be very busy so please plan ahead, use public transport or walk where possible."
