British pop music icon Robbie Williams has added his voice to the ongoing debate over the Parthenon Marbles, strongly advocating for their return to Greece. In a recent interview with a Greek journalist, when asked, Williams did not hold back, stating emphatically, “Absof*ckinglutely, the Parthenon Marbles must be returned.”
He further elaborated, highlighting the current global movement to address past wrong
“In an era where we’re reassessing historical injustices—whether in racial issues, gender relations, or beyond—why shouldn’t we also rethink our past and return what isn’t ours? The Parthenon Marbles belong in Greece. No question about it.”
The pop superstar emphatically supports the return of the Acropolis sculptures taken by Lord Elgin, urging Britain to “reassess” its past. Williams’ stance aligns with a growing sentiment among public figures advocating for the reunification of the Parthenon Marbles with their original home in Athens.
Ahead of Robbie Williams concert at the Panathenaic Stadium, he shares his love for Greece and reminisces about an unforgettable live performance in Athens.
The Parthenon Marbles, also known as the Elgin Marbles, were removed from the Acropolis in the early 19th century by Lord Elgin and are currently housed in the British Museum. Greece has been seeking their return for decades, arguing that they are an integral part of the country’s cultural and historical identity. While the British Museum has resisted returning them, citing legal ownership and conservation concerns, momentum has been shifting, with increasing public figures and institutions backing Greece’s claim.
Williams joins a growing list of celebrities, politicians, and cultural figures who have expressed support for their repatriation. His stance aligns with other high-profile voices, including actor George Clooney, his wife and human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, and acclaimed author Stephen Fry.
Williams, the only artist to match The Beatles’ record of 15 No.1 albums on the UK charts, expressed his happiness about returning to Greece for the third time in a decade. He described his admiration and respect for a country that has given so much to the world.
