Gary Barlow posts rare family snap – but everyone says same thing about 'scared' son

Gary Barlow has stunned fans with a rare photo of his family, which has left many confused.

The star, 53, does not often post photographs of his clan, but a recent picture has got people talking – with many pointing out the singer's very tall son. In the snap, the hitmaker could be seen posing with son Daniel Barlow, 24, as well as his daughters Emily, 22, and Daisy, 15, all of whom he shares with wife Dawn Andrews.

A screengrab of Barlow's recent photo has been shared by thousands of people on social media who were shocked to see just how tall Daniel Barlow is. X (formerly ) users observed Daniel – who stands at a staggering 6ft2in (1.88m) – towers over dad Gary, who measures a more modest 5ft8in (1.73m). One user joked: "'s massive son is the reason twitter was made for."

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Another wrote: "Many parents at some point see one or more of their offspring grow up to be taller than them – but few can have experienced this so viscerally as." A third, referencing Alan Partridge, joked: "Gary Barlow's son is scared, he doesn't know why he's so big."

In response, someone praised the quote as an "excellent Partridge reference." And Partridge wasn't the only pop culture reference made. "Gary Barlow's son is so big this photo is like the scene from Lord of the Rings when Gandalf is walking with the Hobbits," another follower wrote.

Some users have likened Daniel to a Viking warrior, with one user writing: "A vast Viking axeman – and to a songsmith born! Extraordinary. He may smite his musical father in one mighty blow and ride – laughing – to Valhalla to feast. But it may displease the gods. such is the way of war."

Others were less interested in Daniel's height and turned their attention to Gary's outfit choice. The musician had selected vibrant blue chinos and a cream-coloured button-up shirt, emblazoned with butterflies, for the snap – a decision frowned upon by some.

One person wrote: "That’s crazy, but that’s not the big story here IMO. There needs to be be some discussion on Gary’s trousers and shirt combo."

Meanwhile, others pointed out that while Daniel may tower above his dad, he is only around four inches taller than average, making him a pretty normal height. One person wrote: "Best part: his son is an entirely normal 6’2”." Another added: "All the tweets about Gary Barlow's massive son, have just confirmed to me how easily amused I am."