Robbie Williams bids £20,000 for Eric Morecambe's glasses

Robbie Williams revealed he was the mystery bidder who purchased Eric Morecambe's iconic glasses and pipe for £20,000 at a recent auction, far exceeding the expected £2,000 to £4,000. Williams, who views Morecambe as an 'uncle of sorts,' expressed his emotional reaction to winning the items, stating he cried 'happy, childlike tears.' The auction was held in January and featured over 800 items from Morecambe's estate, following the death of his widow in March 2024. As he was about to board a plane in Los Angeles, Williams appointed a team member to be his 'chief bidder' and watched the auction live, relying on his wife's encouragement to continue bidding. He described the bidding experience as intense and competitive, humorously noting the financial implications for their children's inheritance. Ultimately, Williams reflected on the joy that Morecambe's legacy brings him and his desire to create similar joy for others.