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Scottish Sun
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
X Factor star Sam Callahan reveals shocking new job and it's worlds away from music
The singer is a jack of all trades and even races Porsches game man X Factor star Sam Callahan reveals shocking new job and it's worlds away from music Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SAM Callahan's new career is a huge pivot from his rise to fame as a pop star on X Factor. Essex singer Sam appeared on the reality singing series in 2013 and since then has moved into a number of different careers, including a racing car driver. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 The X-Factor's Sam Callahan has an interesting new job Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 He works as a marksman for a pest control and wildlife management company Credit: Instagram / @itssamcallahan 5 The singer posed with an air rifle to promote his company Credit: Instagram / @itssamcallahan But a recent post on his Instagram revealed that the 31-year-old now works as a marksman for his own company which offers pest control and wildlife management in Essex. Sam modeled some of the gear he wears and uses, including a 12ft/lbs air rifle sub. "Putting the @jack_pyke gear to the test, with some great shooting out on the farm today. Good quality 'get up' breeds good performance if you ask me," Sam captioned the post where he posed in camouflage gear while holding the large rifle. The business is described as "professional and ethical pest control and UK wild game management, carried out using precision rifle methods and "ideal for rural properties across Essex." Along with modelling some of his favourite hunting clothes, Sam also revealed he'd recently partnered with a local butcher to process small game, such as rabbit, pigeon or partridge among others, that he captures through his work. "Proud to be turning pest control into a real food resource and reducing waste whilst helping landowners manage their properties," Sam wrote on the business' Facebook page. Sam also runs another business where he offers mobile car retuning around Essex. But the X Factor alum has not given up on singing entirely and last week performed a set at Bournemouth Pride, where he sang a number of cover songs, including Prince's Purple Rain and Robbie Williams' Rock DJ. Sam has also worked as a personal trainer and a racing car driver, including behind the wheel of a sporty Porsche, on the GT4 Supercup series. As if that all wasn't enough, Sam regularly stars in Christmas pantomimes. Sam Callahan sings You're Beautiful by James Blunt in his X Factor audtion The singer still has a legion of fans thanks to his X Factor fame, as proven by the fact he's able to knock out calendars of himself topless year after year. Sam was mentored by Louis Walsh on X Factor, but he didn't quite make it to the final on X Factor with a performance of Iris by the Goo Goo Dolls seeing him bow out of the contest. Last year, Sam popped the question to girlfriend, Charlie, a veterinary nurse and the pair will soon tie the knot. 5 Sam appeared on the 2013 series of The X Factor Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Metro
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Robbie Williams gives devastating update on parents' 'precarious' health
Robbie Williams has revealed more details after sharing a sad update on his mum and dad's health. At a recent concert, the Angels singer – son of Peter and Janet Williams – revealed that his mother had been battling dementia and no longer knew who he was. The 51-year-old also said that his dad had been diagnosed with Parkinson's and was unable to leave the house. Now, Robbie has admitted his parents' health is 'precarious' and he juggles caring for them with his pop star duties. Taking to his Instagram Story, he wrote earnestly: 'Things at home with my parents? VERY precarious right now'. 'It's real world stuff that deeply affects me and my wife. And if my wife is affected, you can bet I am. So the maths are: Virus + ill parents + stadium tour'. He continued: 'Every single moment of every single day is in preparation for those 2+ hours on stage. Outside of that? I have nothing'. 'There is nothing to offer. I don't mind stating to those around me, I need protecting. And in return I protect them', concluded Robbie. Peter and Janet divorced in the 70s when he was just three years old, and his relationship with his entertainer father, who became known as Pete Conway, grew complicated. However, the star has always been close with his parents, hailing his dad as one of the most 'influential' figures in his life as he supported him throughout his rise to stardom. Meanwhile, Janet, 84, raised Robbie on her own after her marriage ended, playing a pivotal part in shaping him as a man and an artist. Now, though, the tables have turned, and Robbie is looking after his family instead, having recently opened up about the upsetting impact of Janet's dementia. Speaking to fans at a concert in Germany, the Rock DJ singer said: 'My mother has dementia, and she doesn't know who I am anymore. 'She doesn't know where she is anymore.' He also spoke about his dad's health battles, as per The Sun. 'My dad has Parkinson's, and he can't leave the house,' Robbie shared. 'He used to sing with me every night on stage; he would come out, steal the show, and be charming and then wander backstage for a glass of red wine. 'Now he can't leave the house.' Unfortunately, the health woes don't end there for Robbie's loved ones, as he said his wife Ayda Field's mother, Gwen, is also poorly. Robbie, who has been married to the American actress since 2010, spoke highly of her, adding: 'My mother-in-law, who I absolutely worship and adore, has three illnesses. 'She's got lupus, Parkinson's, and cancer. She is the most courageous lady, and she is fighting, fighting, fighting.' Lupus is a condition that affects the immune system, causing problems with the skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs. The likes of Selena Gomez and Bella Hadid have spoken openly about living with it. Meanwhile, Parkinson's disease causes parts of the brain to become progressively damaged over many years. Gwen has faced breast cancer before, but Ayda confirmed last year that her mother's cervical cancer had returned, which she noted was 'a really tough thing' for her to speak about while on Loose Women. Family man Robbie, who has four children of his own, explained that it's taken a lot of adjusting for him to be the 'adult' now. 'It's a strange place to be, this place we find ourselves, 51 years old; it's very strange to be the grown-up,' he confessed. 'I'm not ready for it.' Robbie has long spoken about adoration for his mum and dad, stating last December that he 'didn't know' how to cope with their declining health. The ex-Take That member opened up to The Mirror about the tricky situation: 'The truth is that I'm very busy, and I'm not dealing with the situation as I should. I don't really know how to do it; it's an incredibly complicated thing. 'But I prefer not to go into details, you know, if I say something, they might read it, and then I would have to answer a lot of questions.' 'Let's put it this way: we are all human beings, with our difficulties, and I am trying to deal with mine,' Robbie concluded. Robbie's late grandmother also had dementia, which was depicted in his biopic Better Man. Asked last year what his parents thought of the film, Robbie told Hello! Magazine that he was in 'a different part of [his] life right now.' It comes after he spent much of the Covid-19 pandemic panicking about his parents while he and Ayda isolated in Los Angeles, thousands of miles away. At the time, Robbie called them 'daily' due to how 'vulnerable' they were. Despite going through a tough time behind closed doors, the star has continued giving it his all on stage, putting everything aside to appear at the Club World Cup final last Sunday. Ahead of the game at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey – in which Chelsea beat PSG to take home the trophy – he kicked off proceedings with an emotional performance of Desire alongside Laura Pausini. He kept his eyes closed as he belted out the poignant final lyrics, embracing Laura while singing: 'To the ones we lost and the souls they saved.' More Trending The 90s legend delighted the packed-out stadium at the beginning, setting high expectations for a star-studded halftime show. In a huge shock, Coldplay were met with screams from the crowd in a surprise performance alongside Doja Cat, J Balvin, and Tems. And in a further twist to normal performances like Robbie's – which are normally staged on the pitch – Global Citizen and Chris Martin crafted a special stage in the actual stands for the occasion. J Balvin opened the set with Mi Gente, followed by Tems' Love Me JeJe and Doja singing Woman – Coldplay then took to the stage for a special rendition of A Sky Full of Stars with Emmanuel Kelly and their fellow performers. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Robbie Williams releasing the album he actually wanted to after quitting Take That MORE: 'Hidden treasure' music biopic finally arrives on Amazon Prime Video MORE: Robbie Williams reveals his mum heartbreakingly 'doesn't know who I am anymore'
Metro
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Robbie Williams gives devastating update on his mum's health
Robbie Williams has shared a sad update on his mum Janet's health. The Angels hitmaker, 51, is the son of Peter and Janet Williams. They divorced in the 70s when Robbie was just three years old, and Robbie's relationship with his entertainer father, who became known as Pete Conway, grew complicated. However, the pop star has always been close with his parents, hailing his dad as one of the most 'influential' figures in his life as he supported him throughout his rise to stardom. Meanwhile, Janet, 84, raised Robbie on her own after her marriage ended, playing a pivotal part in shaping him as a man and an artist. Now, though, the tables have turned, and Robbie is looking after his family instead, having revealed recently that Janet is unable to recognise him due to dementia. Speaking to fans at a concert in Germany, the Rock DJ singer said: 'My mother has dementia, and she doesn't know who I am anymore. 'She doesn't know where she is anymore.' He also spoke about his dad's health battles, as per The Sun. 'My dad has Parkinson's, and he can't leave the house,' Robbie shared. 'He used to sing with me every night on stage; he would come out, steal the show, and be charming and then wander backstage for a glass of red wine. 'Now he can't leave the house.' Unfortunately, the health woes don't end there for Robbie's loved ones, as he said his wife Ayda Field's mother, Gwen, is also poorly. Robbie, who has been married to the American actress since 2010, spoke highly of her, adding: 'My mother-in-law, who I absolutely worship and adore, has three illnesses. 'She's got lupus, Parkinson's, and cancer. She is the most courageous lady, and she is fighting, fighting, fighting.' Lupus is a condition that affects the immune system, causing problems with the skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs. The likes of Selena Gomez and Bella Hadid have spoken openly about living with it. Meanwhile, Parkinson's disease causes parts of the brain to become progressively damaged over many years. Gwen has faced breast cancer before, but Ayda confirmed last year that her mother's cervical cancer had returned, which she noted was 'a really tough thing' for her to speak about while on Loose Women. Family man Robbie, who has four children of his own, explained that it's taken a lot of adjusting for him to be the 'adult' now. 'It's a strange place to be, this place we find ourselves, 51 years old; it's very strange to be the grown-up,' he confessed. 'I'm not ready for it.' Robbie has long spoken about adoration for his mum and dad, stating last December that he 'didn't know' how to cope with their declining health. The ex-Take That member opened up to The Mirror about the tricky situation: 'The truth is that I'm very busy, and I'm not dealing with the situation as I should. I don't really know how to do it; it's an incredibly complicated thing. 'But I prefer not to go into details, you know, if I say something, they might read it, and then I would have to answer a lot of questions.' 'Let's put it this way: we are all human beings, with our difficulties, and I am trying to deal with mine,' Robbie concluded. Robbie's late grandmother also had dementia, which was depicted in his biopic Better Man. More Trending Asked last year what his parents thought of the film, Robbie told Hello! Magazine that he was in 'a different part of [his] life right now.' It comes after he spent much of the Covid-19 pandemic panicking about his parents while he and Ayda isolated in Los Angeles, thousands of miles away. At the time, Robbie called them 'daily' due to how 'vulnerable' they were. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Oasis, Lewis Capaldi, Lady Gaga and more: 2025's most anticipated upcoming tours MORE: 90s music icon 'finally on his way to being knighted' after raising millions for charity MORE: Robbie Williams drops major hint he's making surprise Glastonbury appearance
Wales Online
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Pop star Robbie Williams named as new Fifa Music Ambassador
Pop star Robbie Williams named as new Fifa Music Ambassador The singer, best known for songs such as Rock DJ, Angels and Candy, has been appointed to the role to "deepen fan connection" and "elevate" the emotion of the game by bringing music and football together on the world stage. Robbie Williams after Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2025 at Old Trafford, Manchester (Image: PA ) Pop star Robbie Williams has been named as the new Fifa Music Ambassador and has co-written the first official anthem of the international football governing body. The singer, best known for songs such as Rock DJ, Angels and Candy, has been appointed to the role to "deepen fan connection" and "elevate" the emotion of the game by bringing music and football together on the world stage. He has co-written a new song, Desire, which will be played before Fifa tournaments and matches worldwide to accompany players as they walk on to the pitch. The song will debut at the Club World Cup's opening match being held in Miami on Saturday, before being used in all upcoming tournaments including the 2026 World Cup. Williams said: "Music and football bring people together like nothing else - each with their own universal language of connection, emotion, spirit and community. "When those worlds come together, there's nothing like it - and I'm beyond honoured to be the Fifa Music Ambassador. Article continues below "Football and music have both been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so this means a lot to me on a personal level. Williams provided the theme song for the Fifa 2000 video game, It's Only Us, on the condition that his favourite team Port Vale were included in the game. The new anthem, which was co-written with Karl Brazil, Owen Parker and Erik Jan Grob, features the Italian singer Laura Pausini. The track will be accompanied by a new video which will be shown for the first time at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. Williams added: "I've grown up watching the walk-outs, the anthems, the drama – so writing and recording the official Fifa anthem is a real privilege. "I wanted to create something that captures all of it - the passion, the nerves, the pride and the majesty of that feeling just before kick-off. "Football and music have always meant the world to me, and bringing them together on this kind of stage gives me goosebumps. "I know I'll get to perform this song at some of my favourite tournaments in the coming years, which fills me with excitement. It's a real honour that Laura Pausini accepted my invitation to feature on the song – she's an incredible artist with the perfect voice." Pausini, 51, rose to fame after winning the 1993 newcomer artists' section of the Sanremo Music Festival, one of the biggest and longest running song contests in Italy, with her song, La Solitudine. The singer, who has released Italian and Spanish albums, won a Grammy in 2006 for Best Latin Pop Album and was also nominated for an Oscar in 2020 for best original song with Io si/Seen. She added: "The song is amazing, really touching. It's a dream to be with him for the Fifa Club World Cup. Since I was a little girl growing up in Italy I remember the thrill and passion for football in my home country. "To be able to perform live with Robbie Williams in front of passionate football fans and to be heard by music fans around the world will be truly amazing." Article continues below It comes as Williams completes the UK leg of his tour which will then continue with concerts in Ireland, Spain and Italy. His new album Britpop is due to be released this autumn.
Powys County Times
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Pop star Robbie Williams named as new Fifa Music Ambassador
Pop star Robbie Williams has been named as the new Fifa Music Ambassador and has co-written the first official anthem of the international football governing body. The singer, best known for songs such as Rock DJ, Angels and Candy, has been appointed to the role to 'deepen fan connection' and 'elevate' the emotion of the game by bringing music and football together on the world stage. He has co-written a new song, Desire, which will be played before Fifa tournaments and matches worldwide to accompany players as they walk on to the pitch. The song will debut at the Club World Cup's opening match being held in Miami on Saturday, before being used in all upcoming tournaments including the 2026 World Cup. Williams said: 'Music and football bring people together like nothing else — each with their own universal language of connection, emotion, spirit and community. 'When those worlds come together, there's nothing like it — and I'm beyond honoured to be the Fifa Music Ambassador. 'Football and music have both been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so this means a lot to me on a personal level. Williams provided the theme song for the Fifa 2000 video game, It's Only Us, on the condition that his favourite team Port Vale were included in the game. The new anthem, which was co-written with Karl Brazil, Owen Parker and Erik Jan Grob, features the Italian singer Laura Pausini. The track will be accompanied by a new video which will be shown for the first time at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. Williams added: 'I've grown up watching the walk-outs, the anthems, the drama – so writing and recording the official Fifa anthem is a real privilege. 'I wanted to create something that captures all of it — the passion, the nerves, the pride and the majesty of that feeling just before kick-off. 'Football and music have always meant the world to me, and bringing them together on this kind of stage gives me goosebumps. 'I know I'll get to perform this song at some of my favourite tournaments in the coming years, which fills me with excitement. It's a real honour that Laura Pausini accepted my invitation to feature on the song – she's an incredible artist with the perfect voice.' Pausini, 51, rose to fame after winning the 1993 newcomer artists' section of the Sanremo Music Festival, one of the biggest and longest running song contests in Italy, with her song, La Solitudine. The singer, who has released Italian and Spanish albums, won a Grammy in 2006 for Best Latin Pop Album and was also nominated for an Oscar in 2020 for best original song with Io si/Seen. She added: 'The song is amazing, really touching. It's a dream to be with him for the Fifa Club World Cup. Since I was a little girl growing up in Italy I remember the thrill and passion for football in my home country. 'To be able to perform live with Robbie Williams in front of passionate football fans and to be heard by music fans around the world will be truly amazing.' It comes as Williams completes the UK leg of his tour which will then continue with concerts in Ireland, Spain and Italy.
