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Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge — Covered ABBA and Kate Bush in a Snow Patrol Jacket

Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge — Covered ABBA and Kate Bush in a Snow Patrol Jacket

August 19, 2022

Outfit:Red 'Snow Patrol' satin jacket (in character as Alan Partridge)
With:Coldplay (onstage), Jacob Collier on piano
Seats:Backstage / onstage (C-Stage)

What Happened: Steve Coogan at the Event

Steve Coogan appeared onstage at Wembley Night 5 IN CHARACTER as Alan Partridge, wearing a red 'Snow Patrol' satin jacket. He covered ABBA's 'Knowing Me, Knowing You' and Kate Bush's 'Running Up That Hill.' In character, Partridge told the crowd: 'Running up hills, up roads – it's all cardiovascular. Not sure about running up buildings, unless you're Spider-Man – excellent humour!' Coogan reprised the role at the 2025 Wembley finale.

Fan Reaction

Alan Partridge covering Kate Bush at Wembley became one of the most viral concert moments of 2022

What Did Steve Coogan Wear?

Red 'Snow Patrol' satin jacket (in character as Alan Partridge)

Who Was Steve Coogan With?

Coldplay (onstage), Jacob Collier on piano

Where Did Steve Coogan Sit?

Backstage / onstage (C-Stage)

Where Did Steve Coogan Eat?

Not publicly reported

Where Did Steve Coogan Stay?

London area

People Also Ask About Steve Coogan

Yes, Steve Coogan appeared as Alan Partridge at both the 2022 and 2025 Wembley residencies. In 2022, he covered ABBA's 'Knowing Me, Knowing You' and Kate Bush's 'Running Up That Hill' in a Snow Patrol jacket.