How the writer portrays Robbie Williams

In this section, we will help you focus on how the writer Alexis Petridis portrays Robbie Williams in his article “Robbie Williams: ‘My main talent is turning trauma into something showbizzy’ ”.

The writer achieves his intention of portraying Robbie Williams in two ways. First of all, by including many quotes, Petridis lets Williams portray himself and, consequently, encourages the readers to draw their own conclusions and form their own opinion on Williams. Second of all, the writer also includes his own opinions and observations in the article, often to clarify, offer a slight criticism, or give more details on Williams’ statements.

At the beginning of the article, Petridis alludes to the idea that Williams is a stereotypical celebrity: he ignores the no-smoking rule in the hotel, which suggests that he can afford the expensive fine or that he expects the no-smoking rule to not apply to him since he is a celebrity. Williams’ rebellious side is also suggested when Petridis mentions how Williams celebrated his victory over Jimmy Page by singing one of ...