Take That fans wanted him back for good, and now Robbie Williams has announced plans to rejoin the group for a virtual charity concert.
The singer will rejoin the three current members, Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald, for a lockdown show later this month, on May 29.
The performance will raise money for music therapy charity Nordoff Robbins and Crew Nation, who are helping to support concert crew during the coronavirus outbreak.
The gig is being hosted on the Compare the Meerkat YouTube and Facebook channels.
Williams co-formed Take That more than 30 years ago, before leaving to launch a hugely successful solo career in 1995, though in 2010 he briefly rejoined the group for their sixth album, Progress.
Jason Orange, who left the group in 2014, hasn’t been announced as taking part in the concert.
“This is a world first for us! Reuniting with our old friend online for a one-off performance!” Take That said. “It’s always great getting back together with Robbie and we are really excited to be part of this unique show that everyone can enjoy from home.
“We are also delighted to be supporting Nordoff Robbins and Crew Nation around this show, two charities very close to our hearts.”
Robbie added: “I am really looking forward to performing with the boys again — it’s always a pleasure."
