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BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira & More Perform at the First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show
Robbie Williams is kicking speculation to the curb.
The "Rock DJ" singer set the record straight after what appeared to be a white pill fell out of his mouth during an interview from the Spain vs. Argentina game at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final July 19.
"Just woke up and feeling…. Mint," Williams captioned a July 20 Instagram video, in which he shared from bed, "Just like to apologize for the object that fell onto the microphone yesterday. It was deeply unprofessional, and people worried about me."
"But it's okay," he added, before playfully sticking it tongue out to reveal two more lozenges, "because I had several more."
Indeed, one of those mints popped out from the 52-year-old's mouth and onto the top of his microphone while speaking to a German TV station from the sporting event, during which he performed at the closing ceremony alongside Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini.
As seen in footage circulating on social media, Williams kept his composure and subtly picked off the small tablet without breaking his speech. He then held it in his hand and casually rubbed on his forehead while continuing to answer questions.
But it's understandable why Williams said his on-air gaffe caused some concerns for people. After all, he has been open about his past struggles with addiction and drug abuse.
"I was a fully-fledged, fully-blown, self-medicating addict," the Take That alum recalled of his career in '90s during a 2022 interview with The Irish Times. "So unfortunately, it wasn’t a lot of fun—which is why I’m a sober person right now.”
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"It was just sad and depressing and tiring, and the heart ached," he continued. “And I was lost.”
And Williams credits his wife Ayda Field and their kids—Theodora, 13, Charlton, 11, Colette, 7, and Beau, 5—for helping him turn his life around.
"It just moved too fast for me to understand what it was," he said, calling his family his "nearest and dearest."
"There is a purpose now," Williams added. "I do a job, and daddy goes to work, and it all makes sense now."
To see Williams at work at the World Cup—as well as and more celebrity soccer fans—keep reading.
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Shakira
The Colombian singer had the crowd on their feet while performing her hit "Dai Dai" during the first-ever World Cup halftime show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19.
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BTS
The K-pop group hit the field for an electric performance of their song "Dynamite" during the World Cup final halftime show.
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Tom Cruise & The Beckhams
David Beckham and his wife Victoria Beckham watched the World Cup final match between Argentina and Spain with their children Romeo, 23, and Cruz, 21, along with Tom Cruise on July 19.
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Beyonce & Jay-Z
The couple was kickin' it in stylish shades while cheering on the teams during the World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium.
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Kevin Hart & Shakira
The Jumanji actor and the Grammy winner were all smiles as they hit the pitch at the final match.
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Ciara & Russell Wilson
The couple scored seats inside the Dove suite at the World Cup 2026 final July 19.
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Matt Damon & Luciana Damon
Ahead of the World Cup final, The Odyssey actor posed with his wife on the gold carpet.
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Kevin Hart & Eniko Hart
The comedian and his wife stepped out for the soccer game of the year, making an appearance at the World Cup final match at New York New Jersey stadium.
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Javier Bardem
The Dune star showed off his Spanish pride while posing on the FIFA Gold Carpet ahead of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.
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Timothée Chalamet & Kylie Jenner
The Dune actor and Kardashians star shared a kiss while attending the World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19.
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Robbie Williams
The Take That alum was kicking it during his performance at the closing ceremony on July 19.
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Teyana Taylor
One game after another. The actress attended a Tequila Don Julio 1942 Port of Champions x Palm Tree Crew and Mary Lou’s event presented by VISA CashApp.
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Giannina Gibelli & Blake Horstmann
The Bachelor Nation stars had a rosy time at Jameson's House of GOAL party in New York City July 18.
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Issa Ray
The Insecure alum was anything but as she spoke at the Tequila Don Julio 1942 Port of Champions x OffBall panel celebrating FIFA World Cup 2026 on July 17.
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Romeo Beckham & Starino
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham's son hung out with the designer at Tequila Don Julio 1942's Port of Champions party celebrating the final week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Rauw Alejandro
The "Tattoo" singer made his mark at Buchanan's Whisky's quarterfinals after-party in Miami.
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Timothée Chalamet
The Marty Supreme star had a smashing time during the France vs. Spain game at Dallas Stadium on July 14.
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Simone Ashley
From the Ton to the pitch. The Bridgerton actress caught the Spain vs. Belgium game from inside the SoFi suite at Los Angeles Stadium July 10.
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Big Sean
The "Bounce Back" rapper decided to hit up the Spain vs. Belgium game in his Nike tee.
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Ines de Ramon & Brad Pitt
The couple did date night at the July 10 match.
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Tinashe
The "Nasty" singer's got stamina as she watched the July 5 match with Marriott Bonvoy.
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Rosie DiMare & Kelsey Swanson
The Real Housewives of Rhode Island stars put aside their feud for a winning jersey swap at the FIFA World Cup 2026 match with Casamigos on July 5.
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Jay-Z
The rapper's got 99 problems but attending the Brazil vs. Norway match on July 5 ain't one.
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Joseph Sikora & Michael Rainey Jr.
The Power stars created the ultimate legacy at the Casamigos suite during the Brazil vs. Norway FIFA World Cup 2026 match on July 5.
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Nigel Sylvester
The BMX athlete toasted to the Brazil vs. Norway game from inside the Tequila Don Julio suite at New York New Jersey Stadium.
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Victoria Beckham & David Beckham
The couple spiced up the Argentina vs. Cabo Verde game at Miami Stadium July 3, bringing along their sons Romeo Beckham and Cruz Beckham.
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Samuel L. Jackson
The Pulp Fiction alum rocked head-to-toe Adidas as he caught the Australia vs. Egypt game at Dallas Stadium on July 3.
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Myles O'Neal
Shaquille O'Neal's son had a slam dunk time inside the Tequila Don Julio suite during the France vs. Sweden match on on June 30.
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Serayah & Joey Bada$$
Parents' night out. The model and the "Devastated" rapper caught the Panama vs. England game from the Tequila Don Julio suite at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 27.
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Travis Barker
The Blink-182 drummer rocked out during the World Cup Fan Zone festivities at Los Angeles' Union Station on June 27.
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