In one of the most unforgettable moments from The Crooner Sessions, Gary Barlow welcomed pop powerhouse Claire Richards (of Steps fame) for a spellbinding duet of “Shallow”, the Oscar-winning hit originally performed by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. And from the very first note, it was clear this wasn’t just another cover — it was a masterclass in harmony, control, and raw vocal emotion.

Gary kicked things off on piano, his smooth and steady vocals laying the foundation. But when Claire joined in… magic happened. Her voice, equal parts fire and silk, soared across the verses and melted into Gary’s harmonies with such ease, it left fans stunned. The chemistry between the two artists was undeniable — not just musically, but in their shared joy of performing.

“We had great fun picking songs for this,” Gary shared on social media. “Claire, you sound amazing as always ” His words echoed what thousands of fans were already thinking: this duet was pure gold.

Claire, known for her dynamic range and stage charisma, delivered a performance that was both vocally powerful and emotionally charged. As the song reached its spine-tingling final chorus, viewers flooded the comments with praise, some calling it “the best Crooner Session yet” and others urging the pair to record a full duet album.

With “Shallow,” Gary Barlow and Claire Richards didn’t just sing — they reminded us why music matters. Two beloved British voices, one unforgettable song, and a moment fans won’t soon forget.

 Watch the full performance now — and prepare to feel all the feels.