Gary's a bit hampered
CURRENTLY-svelte Take That star Gary Barlow is facing a temptation-filled Christmas – because all his pals have bought him food hampers.
The recently slimmed-down singer, whose band will see in the New Year at London’s O2 venue, has been inundated with hampers – from the likes of Elton John and one from record company Universal – filled with gourmet cheeses and mouthwatering chocolates.
One is a limited edition £150 hamper made at singer Sting’s country pile and filled with treats such as beetroot chutney and pricey plonk.
Our source proffering the calorie counter says: “He’s said they’re all great hampers but he wishes he didn’t have so many. He joked his wife would have to keep them away from him.”
The source continues: “Gary makes no bones about the fact he’s struggled with keeping the weight off. But he’s looking fantastic right now. He wants to keep it that way.”