Isn't He Lovely: Stevie Wonder shocks Stalybridge cafe staff after popping in for seafood meal after gig - and leaving £1,000 tip!

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The 76-year-old singer (right) arrived at Cafe Continental in Stalybridge with his band and entourage after performing at the Co-op Live arena on Sunday.

Published: 09:50 GMT, 13 November 2026 | Updated: 10:08 GMT, 13 November 2026

Music legend Stevie Wonder shocked cafe staff in Greater Manchester by dropping in for a late-night meal and leaving them a £1,000 tip.

The 76-year-old singer arrived at Cafe Continental in Stalybridge with his band and entourage after performing at the Co-op Live arena on Sunday.

Owner Ryan Robinson said Wonder was 'a really nice guy and happy to chat to everybody'.

'It was a pleasure to welcome Mr Stevie Wonder to the restaurant to close off his tour.

'He is one of the all time greats - one of the most famous and recognisable people in the world. It was very special.'

The singer was joined by family members, including his daughter Aisha – the backing singer about whom he wrote his hit Isn't She Lovely?

The visit followed an 18-month connection between the restaurant and Wonder's touring musicians, who first called in while working with soul singer Toni Braxton.

Owners Lee Ferguson (left), Ryan Robinson (centre) and music legend Stevie Wonder at Cafe Continental in Stalybridge, Greater Manchester

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