Robbie Williams says ‘the magic is gone’ from Noel Gallagher’s songwriting skills

Noel Gallagher is no longer a great songwriter, according to Robbie Williams, for whatever reason.

Robbie Williams has given a backhanded compliment to Noel Gallagher – saying his songwriting “magic had gone” after the first few Oasis albums.

Robbie and the Oasis brothers Liam and Noel were embroiled in one of the longest ever pop feuds after Noel branded him the “fat dancer from Take That ” and Robbie ended up challenging Liam to a £100,000 prize fight at the 2000 BRIT Awards.

After Definitely Maybe and (What’s The Story) Morning Glory, songwriter Noel has since lost his magic touch for hits, despite recent thawing between the trio. came out .

Robbie said on the Heretics podcast, “It’s very interesting about how, why, and when the magic leaves, and who gets the magic the longest.

“Like Noel Gallagher, right? ” Like the best on earth at the time, a three-year, extremely hot streak. And, you know, B-sides that everyone else would prefer to play on the last day of their lives instead of touring on their own.

“And he completely destroyed them,” he said. It was just gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, gold, The third album was still incredibly impressive, for whatever reason, you can see. That would be wonderful. But then, you’ll know, with respect, because he’s still a fantastic songwriter, magic, and gone.

When did Paul McCartney experience that ethereal quality, the magic, the magic, the magic? He seemed to have it for, you know, the longest period of time. Nobody, in my opinion, can ever be forever stuck in the pocket.

Noel might agree with Robbie’s assertion that only one song from the band’s fifth album, Heathen Chemistry, from the Oasis Live ’25 tour, which came out after 1997 and was included in the setlist, Little By Little, 2002.

Before their massive falling out, Robbie, 51, met Oasis at the 1995 Glastonbury Festival, and despite decades of feuding, he still admits he had a crush on rival Liam rather than form a boy band with Gary Barlow.

He said, “I’m like, I’m this,” when that euphoria of guitar music re-enters into the charts in 1994, 1995, and 1996.”

“I loved Oasis and I loved Pulp, and I loved Supergrass, and I loved Radiohead. I was like, ‘I don’t want to be Gary Barlow’s backing dancer. I want to sing like Tom Yorke and strut around like Liam Gallagher.’ “So I shook my fist at it and attempted it. And on that album, there was Let Me Entertain You and Angels, but there is, like you say, Lazy Days, South of the Border, and Life Through a Lens. Fortunately for me it worked.”

Robbie admits to having a similar writer’s block, and that’s why he tried to tackle it on his upcoming new album BRITPOP in 1995.

He said, “The creative process is this, in my opinion. I perused the first five or six albums, like a pool player reaching for the impossible table. and merely easing. I was completely unrestrained. It was exactly the same as next, next, next, next, next, next, next, next, next, next, next, next, etc.

I then released the album Rude Box in 2006. And that album is the one that I, a 14-year-old, would have wanted to create and be very proud of.

I knew a daft song was coming from me. I’m a rapper now, so I wasn’t sort of going. I was just going, “Wahey, I’m Freddie Starr and I’m rhyming s**t,” when I initially assumed I was grime or something. Simply put, it was enjoyable.

The record kind of skipped at that point. As someone who has a lot of anxiety, for me, in general. After that, I had to consider everything I had done.

Then it kind of resembles diminishing returns. On a roller coaster, you can only go this far before the loop to loop begins. I’ve been overly musical with everything, just sort of.

When I wrote those first five or six albums, there was no fear. And then, I guess I should have said, “Let’s just go back to the beginning with this new album.” It’s 1995, I’ve just left Take That. What album would I create knowing what I already know?

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That’s what I did with this album, exactly. And because I have stopped pursuing the hit in general, it is very liberating and liberating.

Olivia Attwood ‘fighting for her marriage’ as Bradley Dack ‘embarrassed’ by her behaviour

A source claims Olivia Attwood and her husband Bradley Dick still genuinely love each other and will “fight” to save their relationship after an undeniably difficult few months.

After what she’s admitted have been a tough few months, Olivia Attwood is refusing to give up on her marriage to Bradley Dack. The Bad Boyfriends star, 34, might have looked the picture of happiness when she tied the knot with the footballer in 2023, but behind the scenes cracks have started to show – and now friends say the couple are doing all they can to get back on track.

Our source claims that Olivia and Bradley have recently experienced a lot of hardship. Olivia wants to show Bradley how much she wants things to work, and she hopes they can find a common ground.

Olivia and Bradley, 31, first dated shortly before she found fame on Love Island, but broke up after he was unfaithful – prompting Olivia to sign up for the ITV2 reality show that made her a star. After a brief relationship with villa hunk Chris Hughes, Olivia rekindled her romance with Brad and the pair got hitched in a lavish London wedding in June 2023.

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However, rumours of tension between the couple first started in August, when Olivia enjoyed a boozy holiday to Ibiza with close pal Pete Wicks and a group of mutual friends. During the trip, she and Pete were snapped looking cosy on a yacht, with the former Strictly star wrapping his arm around Olivia.

According to reports, Bradley was “fuming” over his wife’s antics in the White Isles, a rumor mill grew out of the pictures. He trusted Liv, but Pete’s hands werehed over his wife while she was wearing a bikini, according to a source at the time. He finds herself in awe of her for placing him in this position.

Olivia joked about her “feral” summer and even called herself a “bad wife” after the trip. She rebuffed the controversy last month, saying, “Many men get sucked into the idea of a woman, and when they date her, they think, “Actually, I don’t want her to go to a rave in a bikini.” But I’m like, “This is who I am. I’ll still be wearing a bikini to a rave in Ibiza.

Olivia makes attempts to stop the drama, but our source claims Bradley has been having trouble. Our source claims Bradley did feel embarrassed about all the headlines and that it hasn’t been easy for them over the past few months. It’s unfortunate to see it. Both of them are aware of how loving and loyal they are.

Olivia doesn’t see the benefit of leaving and getting papped, and Bradley feels like he’s not giving her that as a result.

Last week, Olivia admitted that she and Bradley have been having a tough time. After a follower asked why Bradley hasn’t been appearing on her social media recently, Olivia took to Instagram Stories to address the situation, saying, “He’s alive, I swear. 10 years of us. A lot has changed. Marriage is frikinnn hard (no one wants to say that part out loud) and I’m just not a faker.

If the pictures don’t accurately reflect our reality, I won’t post them. You’ll be the first to know if there are any more updates from us.

Olivia acknowledges that being in the spotlight requires talking about her personal life, but our source claims Bradley, who co-starred with his wife in the ITVX reality series Olivia Meets Her Match, doesn’t come naturally to this.

And while the pair have both spoken of their desire to become parents in the future, Loose Women panellist Olivia admitted last year that she was struggling to decide when to take the plunge due to being so focused on her career.

Olivia said, “I don’t want a day off to actually have the baby because I don’t want to sacrifice my body, mental health, and my house.” I’m a monster, man!

“But also we’re not getting any younger and we do want a family. Brad wants to have a baby tomorrow and I’m thinking of all the ‘what ifs’. I feel like if it happened, I’d be happy. People have this misconception that I hate children, but that’s not true at all – I wouldn’t mind owning one myself one day – but I’m just scared.”

Our source claims that the couple is unsure about their relationship’s next steps. All of Bradley’s football friends have young children, but Olivia believes there is still time to wait, according to them. She wants to concentrate on that and believes that children can follow her career, which is expanding.

Our source claims that the pair are determined to fight for their relationship despite there being a few flaws that need to be fixed. Olivia and Bradley are beginning a new chapter in their lives with marriage and fame, they say. It’s normal to encounter challenges after having known each other for so long. It was never going to be simple. But they never let go of their love for one another because they are so steadfast.

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Kristen Bell slammed over anniversary post on domestic violence awareness month

After posting a contentious wedding anniversary photo on her Instagram page, Kristen Bell was called “sad and insensitive.”

Kristen Bell was accused of making light of domestic violence after sharing a ‘sad and insensitive’ post on her anniversary to Dax Shepard. The Good Place actress, 45, and Dax, 50, celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary and Kristen took to her Instagram page to pay tribute to her man.

Kristen and he were seen embracing each other on their bed while he was seated on his lap in the photo. As he gave her a hug, he cradled her head. Happy 12th wedding anniversary to the man who once said, “I would never kill you,” she wrote in a controversial manner. Many men have once or twice murdered their wives. I never would, despite being heavily influenced to kill you.

One fan pointed out that she had posted the tribute on Domestic Violence Awareness Month and was shocked by the caption.

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“Kristen there’s no way you posted this during domestic violence awareness month,” one said and another pointed out: “That’s….a very weird thing to say.”

One user said, “Sexism is not a thing in the US,” and another said, “so what?” Every eight days, a woman’s (ex)partner kills her in the Netherlands. So it’s crazy to post this and call it sweet or a joke.

Given that it is domestic violence awareness month and that thousands of women have died as a result of the man they trusted, another wrote: “That’s a wildly sad and insensitive thing to say.”

Some thanked the two for being “you guys are the best” while another praised them for being “the most romantic thing I’ve ever heard!” Lol”.

Lincoln and Delta, Kristen and Dax’s two daughters, were married in 2013, respectively.

Dax celebrated the occasion by sharing a photo of his wife doing yoga in the nude to his millions of followers shortly after Kristen received an Emmy nomination for her role in Nobody Wants This.

The Frozen actress posed in a downward-dog pose while lowering her leg high into the air while donna’s knee-high blue socks. As their young dog joined Kristen in doing yoga in the carefree snap, it appeared as though she was doing something in their back yard.

Dax made a joke about how “people might not be aware of everything that happens in the background to produce an Emmy-nomineed performance like Kristen’s.” Although it may or may not have been a component of her training, it was appropriate. CONGRATULATIONS!!!! “!

The Mirror have reached out to her reps for comment.

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For confidential support, call the 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Freephone Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or visit womensaid.co.uk If you or your family have lost a friend or family member through fatal domestic abuse, AAFDA (Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse) can offer specialist and expert support and advocacy. For more info visit www.aafda.org.uk

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Freddy Brazier, 21, and pregnant girlfriend make red carpet debut at Pride of Britain 2025

Freddy Brazier, 21, and Holly Swinburn, 24, are expecting their first child together, and they are making their red carpet debut.

The late Big Brother legend’s son Jade Goody’s son, Jeff Brazier, and TV personality Jeff Brazier, both said they were expecting a child in August. Freddy and Holly looked very loved-up and very much together when they were posing together this evening outside the Grosvner Hotel in London.

Freddy looked dapper in a black top and matching gray pants and jacket while Holly flashed off her expanding baby bump in a bold, blackless yellow gown. Before entering the Pride of Britain Awards show venue, the two posed for photos before snapping their lives together.

Freddy Brazier
Freddy and his girlfriend (Alamy Live News) are expecting a child.
Freddy Brazier
On Monday, they made their official debut on the red carpet (Alamy Live News).

Freddy broke his silence in August by taking to Instagram to express his joy to followers informing them that Holly was pregnant.

He referred to a photo of the Canary Wharf skyline as “I’m actually a DILF to be!”. Since then, he has since called Holly his “baby mother” and shared some photos of her.

Meanwhile, his brother Bobby recently expressed his joy at turning into a “funcle.” He told The Sun that he had received the news from his father but that he initially “didn’t know what to believe.”

The baby will bring the family closer than ever before, according to Bobby’s continued statement.

Freddy Brazier with Jeff and Bobby Brazier
Freddy’s parents have been encouraging him (Freddy’s Instagram account: jeffbrazier).

He boasted that the project will involve a team effort. It undoubtedly brings us together. I’m hoping I can take some of my father’s support and give birth to a son together.

Recently, a friend of Freddy’s claimed that Jeff has also been a significant support to him and that the news has tenseened their relationship.

Freddy’s announcement as a baby comes after a difficult time for the 21-year-old. Due to his legal dispute with Jackiey Budden, Freddy’s grandmother, Freddy’s relationship with his father, recently deteriorated.

Jackiey recently expressed out in fury after Freddy claimed his maternal grandmother had “hooked” him with drugs when he was 12 years old. In light of Jeff’s legal battle to stop him from seeing the pensioner, he had stated in a podcast that he still hopes to have a positive relationship with Jackiey.

Jackie, whose daughter Jade passed away from cancer in 2009, has responded to the 21-year-old man’s remarks. She remarked, “I have read everything he’s said about me, and I just can’t believe he’s saying it.” I can’t believe it, because it just isn’t true at all.

Before he and I ever smoked together while we were traveling in Essex near Jeff’s house, Freddy said, “He had gotten into some bad crowds, but it wasn’t with me.”

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Carol Vorderman turns heads in black gown as she arrives at Pride of Britain Awards

Carol Vorderman, the host of Prince of Britain, posed for photos on the red carpet ahead of the inspiring event. She was out of this world.

Carol Vorderman turned heads as she arrived at the Pride of Britain Awards on Monday evening. The Countdown icon walked the red carpet ahead of the annual ceremony that honours “unsung heroes” from across the United Kingdom who have shown bravery, courage, or have made a significant difference in their communities.

The 26th Awards will be a star-studded affair, hosted by Carol and Diversity star Ashley Banjo. The real stars of the show are, as always, the extraordinary winners, who represent everything that is British at their best.

The recipients are regular people of all ages and backgrounds whose actions are deemed extraordinary and inspiring, and they have received nominations from the public.

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Carol posed for photos while wearing a stunning form-fitting black gown prior to the special occasion. She kept things simple by wearing a plain long-sleeved dress, adding dazzling necklaces to the look in layers.

Her brown locks was styled in loose waves which flowed down her shoulders. Over on her Instagram page, Carol revealed she’s wearing two dresses tonight. The black gown was for the red carpet while fans will have to wait and see her second dress.

It follows Carol’s open discussion about her health issues. She left her LBC Sunday radio show last year after a “health scare.”

She exclusively reveals that she has been “very poorly” over the past year but has finally managed to come out the other side a year later.

Carol told OK! that Carol’s year has been a little hellish in terms of health. I’ve been very unwell, with nothing directly connected to burnout, but rather something entirely different.

I’m taking the right medications right now, but I only recently started feeling inspired. Watch out, world!

The mother-of-two, who is twice married and divorced, also revealed that she relied heavily on a circle of supportive friends to lift her spirits and enjoy her newfound independence.

“I’ve had a lot of mini-breaks and holidays with friends,” she says of gay friends and female friends I’ve known for ten years. She said, “I’ve been back to horse racing, I’ve traveled to the States, France, and literally everywhere.”

On Thursday, October 23 at 8 p.m. on ITV, watch the Daily Mirror’s Pride of Britain Awards.

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Amy Dowden wears £42 high street sparkly heels for Pride of Britain red carpet

Pride of Britain’s 2025 red carpet is underway, and Strictly Come Dancing pro Amy Dowden has stepped out in a pair of affordable high street heels you can still shop for £42

Although the Pride of Britain awards ceremony won’t be available to watch until later this week, the event is well underway in London right now, with stars already hitting the red carpet. One of the first to arrive was Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden, who paired her purple Maria Lucia Hohan gown with a pair of affordable high street heels.

Amy tagged her outfit details on Instagram, revealing that her sparkly stilettos were from River Island. A quick search reveals that they look to be the Gold Diamante Strappy Heeled Sandals which you can still shop in all sizes for a budget-friendly £42.

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The rhinestone-covered heels have multiple slim straps that wrap around the foot giving a barely-there illusion, with the gems adding a subtle bit of sparkle to any outfit. With the festive season coming up, we have no doubt these would be the perfect addition to any Christmas party outfit.

The open toe and strappy design of the Gold Diamante Strappy Heeled Sandals means you can wear them with jeans and a top to help elevate an otherwise more casual outfit to make it party-appropriate. Or you could follow in Amy’s footsteps (quite literally) by wearing them with a maxi-length dress.

The gold backdrop and sparkly diamantes on the Strappy Heeled Sandals also makes them easy to wear with just about any colour, and you can easily pick complementary jewellery and accessories to finish the look. They come in sizes ranging from a two to a nine, and you can also pick them up in a wide fit for those with broader feet.

You can also pick up similar styles elsewhere, with the Where’s That From ‘Summer’ Stiletto High Heels With Rhinestone Strap now on sale at Debenhams. Currently down from £65.99 to £27.99, they heels have a similar design to Amy’s, and you can choose from both gold and silver versions.

Meanwhile at ASOS, the Simmi London Yara Barely There Embellished Sandals are £35 and come in silver. The White Diamantè Embellished Triple Strap Stiletto Sandals are £23 down from £39.99 at New Look, on the other hand, are white with silver diamantes and adjustable buckles at the ankle.

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However Amy’s River Island Gold Diamante Strappy Heeled Sandals are the perfect combination of fun and party ready whilst still being wearable and easy to style all year round. And for £42, we’re ready to add them to our party season wardrobe immediately.