UK pop star Robbie Williams will be gifted a key to the City of Melbourne, in what the council says will be a gesture to honour the singer’s contribution to the city.
Williams is scheduled to appear at Fed Square in Melbourne’s CBD to receive the key, as well as perform for gathered fans.
It puts Williams in rare company, with only 40 keys to the city handed out previously.
The concert comes as part of a promotional push for Williams’s new biopic Better Man, which was partly filmed at Docklands Studio Melbourne.
The production was subsidised by the $60 million Victorian Screen Incentive, which offers major productions a taxpayer-funded rebate on money spent in the state.
The City of Melbourne said the production created 2,920 jobs and pumped $142 million into the state’s economy.
“There’s no better man to have a key to our city than legendary British pop singer Robbie Williams,” Lord Mayor Nicolas Reece said.
“From one Carlton tragic to another, I can’t wait to share the stage with Robbie and create yet another iconic Melbourne moment for all of us to cherish.”
Robbie Williams fans line up early
A handful of diehard Robbie Williams fans were up at dawn to camp out at Fed Square, in hopes of bagging a front row spot for the impromptu concert.
A handful of fans were front row for Robbie Williams, more than 10 hours before the show was scheduled to begin. (ABC News: Ashmitaa Thiruselvam)
Brisbane resident Deanne flew down from Queensland almost immediately after hearing about the event yesterday.
“This was a last minute trip for us to get here because we were camping on the Sunshine Coast,” she said.
“We often fly around to see Robbie concerts, so we’ve travelled all over the world to see him.”
Some fans came with their own Robbie Williams themed outfits. (ABC News)
Angie from Perth made a snap decision to head to Fed Square after seeing the concert mentioned on social media
“Had a heart attack, [I thought] oh my god, I have to be there,” Angie said.
With many hours still to go before his scheduled appearance, fans passed the time by singing songs and making signs for the concert.
Fans scrawled messages on signs in the hopes Williams would see it. (ABC News: Ashmitaa Thiruselvam)
Georgie is a Robbie Williams fan from Melbourne, and drove to the city early to get a spot.
“I love him so much it hurts, I’ve loved him since I was six,” she said.
She said her Robbie Williams fandom was so well known, her Year 5 primary school teacher had messaged her to ask about the concert.
“Whenever it comes to Rob, I just drop everything and go,” she said.
“I think the key to the city is very, very well deserved for him.”
Robbie Williams fans are buzzing with excitement as they line up early to secure a spot for a surprise concert in Melbourne. The iconic pop star announced the last-minute show, sending fans into a frenzy as they rushed to secure their tickets and secure a prime spot near the stage.
Fans have been camping out overnight, braving the cold and rain, just to make sure they don’t miss out on seeing their favorite performer up close and personal. The dedication and passion of Robbie Williams’ fans is truly remarkable, with many traveling from far and wide just to catch a glimpse of the superstar in action.
As the line continues to grow, the energy and anticipation are palpable. Excited chatter fills the air as fans swap stories and share their favorite Robbie Williams memories. From “Angels” to “Rock DJ,” everyone is eagerly awaiting the chance to sing along to their favorite hits and dance the night away.
The surprise concert is sure to be a night to remember, with Robbie Williams’ boundless energy and infectious charisma captivating the audience from start to finish. For these dedicated fans, the early morning wake-up call and hours spent waiting in line will all be worth it when they finally get to see their idol take the stage.
So here’s to the die-hard Robbie Williams fans who are braving the elements and lining up early to secure their spot for what promises to be an unforgettable night of music and memories. The countdown is on, and the excitement is building – it’s time to rock out with Robbie Williams in Melbourne!
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