Robbie Williams Beats Elvis Presley Record After Announcing Netflix Documentary on Addiction Battle

Robbie Williams has surpassed a previous chart record held by Elvis Presley. The 48-year-old pop icon released his greatest hits album 'XXV' on Friday (09.09.22), and when it debuted at number one a week later, he surpassed the late King of Rock 'n' Roll Elvis as the artist with the most number one solo albums, with a total of 14.

After his victory, Robbie declared: "Thank you to everyone who's supported the album: everyone who's bought it, streamed it, downloaded it and reviewed it. I'm so pleased that it's gone to Number 1, and whilst it feels strange to be receiving an award during these sombre times, I wanted to thank you all for your support and dedicate this to the fans, who I never take for granted. I really appreciate it, thank you so much!"

The "Angels" hitmaker initially found fame as a member of boy band Take That before breaking out as a solo artist but also racked up a further four number one albums during his time with the boy band.

The 'Hound Dog' legend, who died in 1977 at the age of 42, scored his 13th number one with the posthumous release of 'ELV1S: 30 No. 1 Hits' in 2002. John Lennon, a former member of the Beatles, holds the record for the most number-one albums throughout the course of a lifetime, with a total of 18 chart-topping recordings made during his solo career and stint with the 'Hey Jude' hitmakers.

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This new album is obviously a "high point" in Williams' career. However, he has his lows. Soon, fans will be able to watch both.

Netflix has launched a documentary series chronicling the highs and lows of Robbie Williams' career, while a senior UK official of the streaming service has confirmed the company's commitment to developing British content.

The announcement was made during the Edinburgh TV Festival, when Netflix previewed a trailer of the series featuring the 48-year-old former Take That singer describing his singing voice as a "gift from God."

Directed by Joe Pearlman, who also directed the Bros documentary After The Screaming Stops, the film will contain 25 years of never-before-seen archival footage and close shots of Williams.

The documentary series offers a "unfiltered" look at the award-winning career highlights and low points of the artist. The multi-part series will premiere in 2023 with never-before-seen video and uncensored access to the former Take That member.