Gary Barlow has left fans in a state of bewildered after sharing a rare photo of his three children.

The 53-year-old Take That sensation doesn’t frequently share images of his family, but a recent snap has sparked conversation, particularly about his extraordinarily tall son.

In the picture, the chart-topping artist is seen posing with 24-year-old Daniel Barlow, as well as his daughters Emily, 22, and Daisy, 15, all of whom he shares with wife, Dawn Andrews.

A screenshot of Barlow’s latest photo has been shared by thousands on social media, who were taken aback by Daniel’s towering height.

Users of X (formerly Twitter) noted that Daniel, who stands at a staggering 6ft2in (1.88m), dwarfs his father Gary, who is a more modest 5ft8in (1.73m). One user quipped: “Gary Barlow’s massive son is the reason twitter was made for.”

Another penned: “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 lauded 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.

Fans drew comparisons between Daniel and a Viking warrior, with one commenting: “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.”

However, that wasn’t the only oddity fans focused on. Others shifted their focus to Gary’s fashion sense, with some criticising his choice of bright blue chinos and a cream-coloured shirt adorned with butterflies. One user remarked: “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.”

On the other hand, some pointed out that Daniel’s height is only around four inches above average, making him a relatively normal height – and his height difference with his dad eve funnier.

One person noted: “Best part: his son is an entirely normal 6’2”. Another user added: “All the tweets about Gary Barlow’s massive son, have just confirmed to me how easily amused I am.”