Robbie Williams: What has been your biggest disappointment?

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Recorded Robbie Williams said elsewhere, not written here

Not having a 32-inch waist for most of my adult life.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 May 2017 source ↗

Others on this question

Not being a professional footballer.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 12 October 2024 source ↗

Never to have played at the National or the RSC.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 19 July 2025 source ↗

I didn’t get a part in a TV series for a writer that I’ve always wanted to work with, but I wasn’t right for it, if I’m truly honest.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 February 2026 source ↗

Rosanna Arquette American actress

People who have ghosted me for my politics.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 August 2021 source ↗

My wife. As someone who is forever bored, I’m never bored with or of her.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 May 2017 source ↗

A ring for my wife.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 May 2017 source ↗

I sold double glazing in Stoke when I was 16. That was for two weeks. Other than that, I’ve never really had a “job”.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 May 2017 source ↗

I’m not qualified to explain how it feels when my wife gives me a certain look.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 May 2017 source ↗

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