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`Robbie Williams' past battles with booze and drugs are well known. But how did his career begin? What drives him? Well researched and insightful' --Best Books of 2010, The Sun 17/12
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Robert Peter Williams was a sixteen-year-old selling double glazing when he auditioned for a new boy band which became Take That. Twenty years later he is one of the most popular entertainers Britain has ever produced: he has recorded eight number one albums in the UK and he sold 1.6 million tickets for his 2006 world tour in a day. The most successful artist in the history of The Brits, Robbie was given a Lifetime Achievement Award one day before his 36th birthday in 2010. The UK's leading celebrity biographer Sean Smith has followed Robbie's remarkable journey from the unpromising streets of Stoke-on-Trent to the millionaire's playground of Beverly Hills and discovered a vulnerable, funny, gifted and deeply complex man. Using new research and interviews, Sean Smith reveals there is far more to being Rob than just being Robbie Williams, superstar. Robbie's roller coaster story will astonish you. Sean Smith's heart-warming account of his life is the unmissable show business book of the year.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I didn't have a good feeling about this book. Robbie gets terrible press these days an the papers always seem so negative about him. Seemingly ignoring the fact that he's still about the biggest star we have got! My fears were not realised. This book is a delight from start to finish.
Everything is covered - the drink, the drugs, the sex and the music. It has been sympathetically written, without being sickly-sweet. Smith writes in a nice, non-judgmental sort of way. It's as if Smith, had a smile on his face when he wrote it. How refreshing to find a writer who actually seems to like Robbie!
My favourite part is the childhood stories. Robbie is a mix betweeen 'Jack the Lad' and perhaps surprisngly, the sensitive flower. I found myself laughing and crying at the same time! At times the story is very moving. Being a fan of Take That, I was pleased to find all the Take That stuff is here and when you read it you want to go and give Gary and co a big telling off for being so mean to Robbie! He was a lot younger than them, which is something I never thought about at the time.
I didn't know much about his new wife, Ayda Field, so that's a big insight and nice to read something new about Robbie. I also found the story of this year's Brit Awards where Robbie performed a real eye-opener.
All in all, it was a pleasure to read from beginning to end and I would say that if you thought that you knew everything there is to know about Robbie then think again!
Everything is covered - the drink, the drugs, the sex and the music. It has been sympathetically written, without being sickly-sweet. Smith writes in a nice, non-judgmental sort of way. It's as if Smith, had a smile on his face when he wrote it. How refreshing to find a writer who actually seems to like Robbie!
My favourite part is the childhood stories. Robbie is a mix betweeen 'Jack the Lad' and perhaps surprisngly, the sensitive flower. I found myself laughing and crying at the same time! At times the story is very moving. Being a fan of Take That, I was pleased to find all the Take That stuff is here and when you read it you want to go and give Gary and co a big telling off for being so mean to Robbie! He was a lot younger than them, which is something I never thought about at the time.
I didn't know much about his new wife, Ayda Field, so that's a big insight and nice to read something new about Robbie. I also found the story of this year's Brit Awards where Robbie performed a real eye-opener.
All in all, it was a pleasure to read from beginning to end and I would say that if you thought that you knew everything there is to know about Robbie then think again!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I read Sean Smith's last book on Cheryl Cole and really enjoyed it so decided to give this a go although I am not much of a fan of Robbie Williams. I found myself fascinated by his life. A great story, well told.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The attention to detail of Rob's life, plus his friends & family is astounding. Sean Smith's done another cracking biography!
One thing I look forward to in a biography is the early days. A time before fame & fortune, and inevitably, being door-stepped by the media. I've read two of the author's other biographies recently, and they are terrific. Once again, Sean Smith doesn't disappoint on his take of Robbie. The highs and lows are well written, and each part of Rob's life, and each chapter, flows seamlessly to the next part. Whether it's the stage, the band, the solo act, the relationships, or the rehab, it's interesting to read about it from an almost personal viewpoint. Many things and more about Rob's journey are clearly written, and great to read. I can't really say much more without all my reviews sounding strangely similar in some way. I don't think much is missed out. The photos compliment the chapters well, and I particular like the summarised milestones at the rear of the book. As well, there are a few facts & figures in places showing Rob's ups and down, whether in the chart positions, the sales, on tours, or in the contracts. The book isn't full of statistics by any means; I've only mentioned it because some biographies don't include them.
From cover to cover, it's filled with enough information to dispel some uncertainties, tie up loose ends, and provides a decent look at the man who's had his adult life in the limelight; however it's portrayed.
One thing I look forward to in a biography is the early days. A time before fame & fortune, and inevitably, being door-stepped by the media. I've read two of the author's other biographies recently, and they are terrific. Once again, Sean Smith doesn't disappoint on his take of Robbie. The highs and lows are well written, and each part of Rob's life, and each chapter, flows seamlessly to the next part. Whether it's the stage, the band, the solo act, the relationships, or the rehab, it's interesting to read about it from an almost personal viewpoint. Many things and more about Rob's journey are clearly written, and great to read. I can't really say much more without all my reviews sounding strangely similar in some way. I don't think much is missed out. The photos compliment the chapters well, and I particular like the summarised milestones at the rear of the book. As well, there are a few facts & figures in places showing Rob's ups and down, whether in the chart positions, the sales, on tours, or in the contracts. The book isn't full of statistics by any means; I've only mentioned it because some biographies don't include them.
From cover to cover, it's filled with enough information to dispel some uncertainties, tie up loose ends, and provides a decent look at the man who's had his adult life in the limelight; however it's portrayed.
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Fantastic gift for my friend
I purchased Robbie as a birthday gift for my friend and she was absolutely delighted with it and advised that it is a fantastic read.
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Pauline in Glasgow
Published 16 months ago by Pauline in Glasgow
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