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Robbie Williams clarifies drug use rumors after World Cup final show
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Robbie Williams clarifies drug use rumors after World Cup final show

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Robbie Williams addressed accusations of drug use after a video surfaced during the 2026 World Cup final pre-game show.
  • The singer explained the white substance seen falling near his microphone was a mint candy, not an illicit drug.
  • Williams, who has spoken about past addiction struggles, shared a video showing he had more candies, drawing a positive reaction from Michael Bublé.

Robbie Williams has responded to speculation that he was using drugs during the 2026 World Cup final pre-game show. A video circulating online appeared to show a white substance falling near the singer's microphone as he performed.

Williams, 52, initially posted a video on Instagram offering an "absolute unprofessionalism" apology for the "object" that fell. However, he then clarified that the substance was a mint candy. He joked about the online reactions, showing he had more mints in his mouth.

The British singer, known for hits like "Angels" and "Rock DJ," has been open about his past struggles with addiction. He has stated he has not consumed alcohol in 25 years and manages his anxiety without relapse. The clarification was met with amusement and support, including a comment from Michael Bublé calling Williams a "legend."

Williams celebrated his participation in the World Cup final, calling the experience in New York with his wife, Ayda Field, memorable. The incident occurred before the match between Spain and Argentina, which Spain won.

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— Michael BubléMichael Bublé commented on Robbie Williams' response video.
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Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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