Robbie Williams in Serious Talk to Re-join Take That

Mon, 06 August 2007 12:00:00 ET

Robbie Williams reportedly met former bandmates Gary Barlow and Mark Owen for a dinner to discuss the possibility of him re-joining the group.

Robbie Williams is "seriously considering" reuniting with Take That. The 'Rudebox' singer met with ex-bandmates Mark Owen and Gary Barlow to discuss the possibility of him rejoining the group over dinner at Los Angeles' Chateau Marmont Hotel.

Mark instigated the meeting in an effort to get old rivals Robbie and Gary to put an end to their ongoing feud for the sake of the group. A fellow diner told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "There was no atmosphere between them. Robbie seemed really pleased they were there and gave them both a big hug. The three of them were then deep in conversation all night."

Robbie - who appeared as a hologram on stage for Take That's concerts last year - had previously snubbed the group's requests for him to join them. However, the 33-year-old star is now having second thoughts as his career continues to falter, while Take That are still riding high on the success of their reunion. Their 22-date 'Beautiful World Tour' kicks off in October.

A source said: "Since Take That split in 1995, Robbie enjoyed the lion's share of fame and success. But lately, things have taken a downward spiral for him, while Take That's star has risen again. Robbie will not take any decision lightly but all indications are that he's seriously considering their offer this time around. Rebuilding his relationship with Gary is an important step in making this happen. Mark was delighted that the two could come together around a table."

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