Gary Barlow appeared noticeably fatigued as he was seen leaving a restaurant in Notting Hill this week, several months after completing Take That’s recent tour. The 55-year-old singer, casually dressed in a sweatshirt, loose trousers, and a black cap, seemed worn out, prompting attention from observers.

The tour in question was Take That’s Circus Live production, a 17-show revival of their 2009 Circus Live performances. Barlow, along with bandmates Howard Donald, 58, and Mark Owen, 54, toured with a large ensemble that featured approximately 260 performers, including trapeze artists and tight-rope walkers. The shows involved physically demanding stunts, with the trio actively participating.

Barlow concluded the tour on July 4 and reflected publicly on the challenges of performing the same high-energy show at 55 compared to when he was 38. He remarked that the physical demands had become more taxing with age and expressed doubt about undertaking the tour again in the future.

Despite recent photos of Barlow appearing tired, sources close to the singer have assured that he is well and that the images were simply unflattering.