The Take That superfan who famously gave Robbie Williams her home telephone number in a nostalgic clip featured in the band's new Netflix documentary has been successfully located and has shared her amusing reaction to the unexpected spotlight.
Rediscovering a Teenage Moment
The three-part self-titled documentary series on Netflix delves into the remarkable 35-year journey of the iconic British boy band, showcasing extensive archive footage from their initial rise to fame in the early 1990s. Among these cherished historical clips is a memorable segment featuring a 14-year-old girl named Jemma Louise Williamson, who had eagerly queued outside the HMV store in Chester with hopes of meeting the band.
Take That had visited the store to promote their latest album at the time, but due to an overwhelming turnout of enthusiastic fans, not everyone could enter the premises. Jemma was among those who waited outside, where she was interviewed by a camera crew. In a moment of youthful exuberance, she boldly shared her home phone number, expressing a hope that Robbie Williams, then a young heartthrob and now aged 51, might give her a call.
A Blast from the Past
Jemma declared during the interview: 'I love Robbie because he has gorgeous thighs and a gorgeous body and he can have my phone number any day. Call me anytime.' Sitting down to watch the documentary 34 years later, Jemma was utterly shocked to see her teenage self appear on the screen, a moment she described as surreal and hilarious.
The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2 managed to track her down, and she appeared on the programme this Tuesday to discuss the unexpected clip. Jemma explained: 'I was on the Take That documentary that was on VHS in the 90s but then obviously didn't realise that they got clips of me talking. Then low and behold, I'm on Netflix!'
Robbie Williams' Playful Response
Robbie Williams himself shared a clip of him watching the documentary on his Instagram account, adding a playful twist by attempting to call the number Jemma had provided all those years ago. Unfortunately, the number was no longer in service, a detail that added to the comedic nature of the situation.
Reflecting on this interaction, Jemma remarked: 'The fact that he mentioned me on his Instagram is just unreal. If I had given out the area code, my dad would have gone mad if everyone had started ringing our house.' She also humorously noted that if she could have Robbie sing her one of his songs today, it would be his beloved 1998 hit She's The One.
A Chart-Topping Milestone
This lighthearted story coincides with a significant achievement for Robbie Williams. Last Friday, he made Official Albums Chart history by surpassing The Beatles to become the artist with the most UK Number One albums of all time. His latest release, BRITPOP, secured his 16th chart-topping LP, overtaking the legendary band to claim this prestigious record.
Speaking about this milestone, Robbie expressed: 'BRITPOP is the record I've always wanted to make, and seeing it become my 16th Number 1 album means everything to me. Thank you to all the fans who have been with me every step of the way. You've made my dreams come true.'
Robbie's first Number One album as a solo artist was his 1997 debut Life Thru a Lens. His impressive list of chart-toppers includes:
- I've Been Expecting You (1998)
- Sing When You're Winning (2000)
- Swing When You're Winning (2001)
- Escapology (2002)
- Greatest Hits (2004)
- Intensive Care (2005)
- Rudebox (2006)
- In and Out of Consciousness: Greatest Hits 1990-2010 (2010)
- Take The Crown (2012)
- Swings Both Ways (2013)
- The Heavy Entertainment Show (2016)
- The Christmas Present (2019)
- XXV (2022)
- Better Man (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2025)
- BRITPOP (2026)
Released last Friday via Columbia Records, BRITPOP marks Robbie's 13th studio album and features popular singles such as Rocket, Spies, Human, Pretty Face, and All My Life. This blend of nostalgic fan moments and contemporary musical success highlights the enduring appeal of Take That and Robbie Williams in British entertainment culture.
