Robbie Williams to Headline Colossal Festival North East Alongside Other Huge Singers

The former Take That star will play at the huge outdoor festival at Herrington Country Park near Sunderland in June

Other artists confirmed for the previously announced BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend include Sam Fender, George Ezra, Becky Hill, The Kooks, LF System, RAYE, and Jax Jones

Robbie Williams has been announced as the latest headliner for BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in the North East.

The former Take That star will play at the huge outdoor festival at Herrington Country Park near Sunderland from Friday, 26th to Sunday 28th May 2023.

He joins a stellar line-up that already includes previously announced acts such as Sam Fender, George Ezra, Becky Hill, The Kooks, LF System, RAYE, and Jax Jones.

Williams, who has sold more than 85 million records worldwide, said: "Playing festivals is always a highlight of my year and I can't wait to play the North East for the first time. I'm bringing a huge show and I can't wait to see you all there."

BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend will be the biggest music event ever to be held on Wearside with more than 200,000 people expected to attend over the weekend.

Tickets for the festival go on sale on Thursday 9th March from 9.30 am via the BBC Radio 1 website.

Greg Parmley, SGP Live Event Director, said: "To have an artist of Robbie Williams’ stature topping the bill is testament to the ambition and scale of this event. He's one of the biggest stars in the world and to have him perform in Sunderland is a huge coup for us. We can't wait to welcome him to the North East."

Festival Director, Becky Baxter added: "Robbie is an iconic performer and we're thrilled that he has agreed to play Radio 1's Big Weekend in the North East. His addition to the line-up is a huge moment for us and we can't wait to see him live at Herrington Country Park."

BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend will broadcast live across the weekend on BBC Radio 1, BBC iPlayer, and BBC Sounds.