Robbie Williams. Pic: EMI UK

By Stephen Stringer: Robbie Williams appeared on stage with former band mates, Take That, for the first time in nearly 15 years.

The Stoke-born singer was welcomed on stage by pal Gary Barlow during the recording of a charity gig to raise money for Children in Need.

However, the band did not perform together at the Royal Albert Hall as rumoured, although plans for the band reuniting are still strong.

Robbie told the BBC that the reunion plans are still going ahead and he’s very excited.

He added that he hopes people don’t get bored of the idea before it actually happens.

The Children in Need show, which also features Cheryl Cole and Snow Patrol, will be screened Thursday November 19.