In a recent interview, Robbie Williams opened up about his past feud with Oasis and extended an olive branch to help mend the relationship.
The 51-year-old singer, who had a heated war of words with Liam and Noel Gallagher last year, now seems to be taking a more compassionate stance as he reflects on their upcoming reunion tour.
The Backstory of the Feud
The clash between Robbie and the Gallagher brothers dates back to the 2000 BRIT Awards when Noel infamously called Robbie “that fat dancer from Take That.”
Over the years, the feud only grew, particularly when Robbie took jabs at Oasis’ ticket prices at a private event.
This latest outburst was met with a sharp response from Noel, adding fuel to the fire.
However, despite their history, Robbie seems to have softened his tone, recognizing the potential for healing through the band’s highly anticipated reunion.
Robbie’s Praise for Oasis and Their Impact
During his interview, Robbie was full of praise for Liam Gallagher’s vocal talents, calling his voice “peerless” and acknowledging his iconic status as “the voice of a generation.”
Robbie believes that Oasis’ reunion will be a significant moment, especially for British audiences and the people of Manchester.
“Hopefully it’ll be healing for the lads too,” he added, indicating that the tour might offer a chance for the brothers to reconcile.
Robbie also discussed how his own concerts are meant to take people on a journey of liberation, helping fans momentarily forget about their lives.
He believes Oasis’ reunion will bring a similar kind of catharsis, offering a heavy dose of nostalgia that will remind fans of the band’s glory days.
He even called their songwriting “sensational,” referring to their early music as creating “decades worth of bangers.”
The Ongoing Feud and Public Dig
Despite Robbie’s attempts to heal the rift, the feud hasn’t entirely died down.
Back in December, Robbie took another shot at Oasis’ ticket prices during the launch of his biopic, Better Man.
Mimicking a Mancunian accent, he joked about how the band couldn’t possibly have had any influence on the price hikes. Noel responded in his own cheeky way, poking fun at Robbie’s own struggles with weight.
“Oh yeah? Well I’m glad he’s given up on dynamic eating!” Noel quipped, referencing Robbie’s past struggles with anorexia.
The two have a long history of exchanging barbs, with Noel even mocking Robbie’s weight when he called him “the fat dancer from Take That.”
In an interview on the Talent Takes Practice podcast in 2021, Robbie opened up about how tough the feud had been on his mental health.
He recalled feeling “unbearable” when he constantly saw media and public figures making cruel comments about him.
Robbie’s Health and Weight Loss Journey
In more personal news, Robbie also shared details about his health journey, which includes a notable two-stone weight loss.
In an October 2023 interview, he revealed that he used an appetite suppressant, something he described as similar to the medication Ozempic.
He joked that he was “on Ozempic” and called it a “Christmas miracle.” However, Robbie went deeper, explaining that his struggles with weight have been a major source of mental anguish for him.
Robbie confessed that being overweight has had a “shockingly catastrophic” effect on his mental health, and that his inner voice can be incredibly harsh.
“My inner voice talks to me like Katie Hopkins talks about fat people. It’s maddening,” he explained.
Despite the humor, it’s clear that Robbie’s weight issues have been a serious challenge for him over the years.
Looking Ahead to the Future
As both Robbie and Oasis continue their respective tours this summer, it seems there is a potential for both healing and further conflict.
While Robbie is offering an olive branch and acknowledging the importance of Oasis’ reunion for the fans and the Gallagher brothers, the history between them remains a complex web of personal and professional tensions.
Whether this newfound sense of reconciliation will last is yet to be seen, but for now, Robbie’s willingness to support Oasis’ reunion marks a significant shift in the dynamic of their long-running feud.