Robbie Williams, the iconic pop star, has recently revealed the inner workings of his past relationship with Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, shedding light on the impact of fame-induced paranoia and a misunderstanding with a paparazzo. This revelation is part of a new four-part Netflix documentary in which Williams reflects on his personal struggles with addiction, mental health, and eating disorders during his stints with the pop group Take That and as a solo artist.
At 49 years old, Williams began seeing Geri Halliwell while he was receiving support from Alcoholics Anonymous.
Within the documentary, he shares a deeper perspective on their relationship, emphasizing that it was more profound than a mere fling, describing it as «magical.» The two embarked on an extended vacation to the picturesque south of France, joined by Williams' songwriting partner, Guy Chambers, and Chambers' wife, Emma.
Williams recalls those times with warmth, stating, «We got on really well; it was fun, and we were just a little gang that shared an exceptionally magical moment in an enchanting place.» The documentary features heartwarming footage of Williams and Halliwell, playfully enjoying the sunshine and singing together on a boat during one of their 2000 trips.
Reflecting on that period, Williams shares, «That was a very important holiday for me because I was genuinely happy; a state I hadn't experienced before and one that eluded me for a long time afterward,» as he confides in The Sun.
However, their relationship took an unfortunate turn when Williams became convinced that Geri Halliwell was tipping off the paparazzi about their whereabouts. In Williams' account, a photographer inaccurately informed him that she was responsible for their