Feb 9 • 14:52 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Mirror

How old were Take That when they started?

Take That reflects on their career journey in a new Netflix documentary series.

In a new Netflix documentary series titled 'Take That', members Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, and Howard Donald recount the highs and lows of their music career, including their formation and subsequent challenges. The three-part series offers an in-depth look at the band's history, featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews, alongside archives that include insights from former members Robbie Williams and Jason Orange, who departed at different points in the band's journey.

Take That was established in 1990 as a five-member boy band, modeled after the American group New Kids on the Block. The group's manager, Nigel Martin-Smith, had a vision to create a British vocal group and discovered Gary Barlow, who had been performing since he was 15. Barlow's songwriting talent impressed Martin-Smith, leading to the formation of the band centered around his musical capabilities.

The documentary series not only captures the band's rise to fame but also discusses the challenges they faced, including lineup changes and personal struggles. As they share their stories, Take That aims to resonate with fans both old and new, offering a retrospective that highlights their influence on pop music in the UK and beyond.

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