Gary Barlow unable to perform on 'BBC Breakfast' because of technical blunder

Gary Barlow fans were left disappointed when he couldn't perform on BBC Breakfast because of technical issues.

The Take That heartthrob went on the programme on Friday (18 March) to talk about his one-man show, A Different Stage, and was going to perform live with his keyboard.

However, it turned out he didn't have a charger.

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Host Charlie Stayt told viewers: "Gary Barlow is here as you can see, man with keyboard arrives in the studio. You’ve brought your little keyboard with you but the sad thing is…”

"It doesn't work!" joked Barlow.

The star, 51, explained that he'd been given the keyboard when he was a child and that it was his "entry into music".

As his interview was wrapping up, Stayt said: "I'm so disappointed that we didn't have the correct charger for your keyboard."

"Next time, next time," Barlow replied, adding: "No-one said bring the charger."

Presenter Stayt said he'd assumed it would be battery operated and the singer replied that it was from 1980.

Naga Munchetty chimed in: "They did have batteries in the 1980s!"

"We'll work it out next time," Barlow promised.

Despite not getting to see him sing along to his keyboard, Barlow's fans were thrilled to see him on the show.

"Gary Barlow always comes across as such a gentleman and an all-round nice chap," one tweeted. "I love his music and his creativity."

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"I’m going to be late for work but I have good reason," said another person who'd tuned in.

Another posted: "Aww so loved watching you Gary."

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