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The Official Spice Girls Thread



The Spice Girls was a British pop girl group formed in 1994. They consisted of Victoria Beckham (formerly Adams), Melanie Brown, Emma Bunton, Melanie Chisholm, and Geri Halliwell. They are the best-selling girl group of all time.

They were signed to Virgin Records and released their debut single, "Wannabe", in 1996. The song hit number one in 31 countries and helped establish the group as a "global phenomenon". Credited for being the pioneers and pave the way for the commercial breakthrough of teen pop in the decade of the 1990s. Their first album, Spice, sold more than 23 million copies worldwide, becoming the best-selling album by a female group in music history. They have sold more than 60 million records worldwide with only four albums and twelve singles, the demand for their first two albums was unprecedented, making them the most successful British band since the Beatles, and compared with the Beatlemania. Measures of their success include international record sales, a 2007/2008 reunion tour, merchandising, record breaking achievements, iconic symbolism such as the Union Jack dress, "Girl Power", a movie called Spice World and their nicknames.

Under the guidance of their long time mentor and manager Simon Fuller, the group embraced merchandising and became a regular feature of the British press. Each member of the group was given an alias by Top of the Pops Magazine in 1996, which were adopted by the group and media alike. According to biographer David Sinclair, "Spooky, Baby, Ginger, Posh and Sporty were the most widely recognized group of individuals since John, Paul, George and Ringo."

In May 1998, Geri Halliwell left the group in the middle of numerous rumours. The four remaining members released the third album, but went their separate ways in late 2000 to focus on their solo careers. On 28 June 2007 all five re-formed before the launch of their Reunion Tour in December, alongside the release of their Greatest Hits album. In December, a new official documentary Giving You Everything aired on various television networks around the globe. In February 2008, the Spice Girls announced that they were ending their tour prematurely in Toronto on 26 February 2008.

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Victoria Beckham’s new ad campaign on swings



Victoria Beckham shot the new ad campaign for her A/W 2009-2010 dress collection on the street in London’s Notting Hill area on July 23rd, last week.


She was dressed in her own designed £2,095 ( $3,462) grey carmontelle cashmere-blend dress, £480 ($793) Christian Louboutin Bianca platform pumps and was very busy by directing the shooting.

The idea of the ad is very interesting - London street, and swings attached to the house.

The models was swaying on the swing in stylish outfits and making happy faces.

Posh, in spite of the pleasure one would ordinarily expect to get from riding a swing, kept her usual serious face and didn’t smile.

Among the designs being modelled was a strapless purple satin gown and a £1,190 ($1,966) ornamented wool jersey dress.

The new autumn/winter 2009-2010 season is the second range by Victoria Beckham, who launched her first fashion collection last year.

Her capsule dress line features figure-hugging and formal dresses which are matched to fit and flatter the woman’s figure.

Posh said her own label had been a long-time coming.

In an interview at the time, she told:

Do I draw? No. Then again, nor do lots of designers. But I put it all on myself and walk around in it, and I know what feels comfortable. I know how a dress should sit.

‘I’ve worn so many in the past and when I see the photographs I think, crikey, my boobs are up round my neck again because the corsets are too short and not cut high enough.’

Victoria’s dress collection is available for sale in Britain at Harrods, Selfridges and Net-A-Porter.com.

http://www.theinsider.com/news/26091...aign_on_swings

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Love the picture at the top! They all look so fresh faced! posh still looks too skinny tho!

[Novo]

LOL

Your about 12 years late harry

[Harry!]

Originally posted by .Andy.
LOL

Your about 12 years late harry

I posted this because the two Mels have new albums comming out and Emma is working with Timbaland so there wont be as many threads about.

[Novo]

They have albums coming out

[Harry!]

Originally posted by .Andy.
They have albums coming out

Mel C is very popular in Canada nowadays and is working on a worldwide album. Mel B is working on a album for 2 years now and Emma is working with a well known producer.

Geri is working on her kids books and looking after Bluebell and Victoria is doing waht she does best as being a model.

[Iceman]

Originally posted by .Andy.
They have albums coming out

My thoughts exactly.

[Harry!]

Noticed I tweaked the title to please you Andy...

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can't wait for more from Emma <3

[Harry!]

Pictures of Geri with her boyfriend Henry Beckwith at the 2009 Cartier International Polo Day









http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...itch-polo.html

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Emma is now a collomist for NOW magazine.

Mel B to present on Loose Women

Former Spice Girl Mel B is the latest star to be signed up by daytime chatshow Loose Women. The singer, who is known for being outspoken, will appear for a week on the programme in September, alongside new presenter Kate Thornton. Mel B follows in the footsteps of bandmate Emma Bunton, who has previously appeared on the show's panel.

http://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/cel...ose-women.aspx

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Geri Halliwell celebrates after taking her first helicopter lesson









http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...er-lesson.html

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Emma Bunton: "Beau Is My Number One Priority"



Baby Spice Emma Bunton shows off her new hair, new attitude and new path in the September issue of SHE magazine. The 33-year-old British pop star talks about her 2-year-old son Beau, her thoughts on marriage and the fear she once had of never having children.

On what she wants for Beau: "I want for Beau what my parents provided for me although they split up when I was 11. I still felt totally secure in their affection. My partner Jade, Beau and I all sit down to eat together as a family. We spend a lot of time together - in fact we do everything together, which is what I remember from my own childhood. But every so often it's nice to step outside of my 'mum' role. I love doing my radio show with Heart FM every Friday and Saturday, but, equally, I love going home to Beau and Jade afterwards. I genuinely feel that I get the best of both worlds."

On her fear of never having children after being diagnosed with endometriosis at 25: "Being told that my chances of having children were only 50/50 was almost more than I could bear. For a while I was a complete wreck; I just couldn't imagine a life without children. But my mum's belief, right from the start, was that I would have children, it would happen - and so I adopted that attitude too."

On if her pregnancy with Beau was a surprise: "To be honest, after my diagnosis I just tried not to think about it too much. Working hard on Strictly Come Dancing meant that I was so focused on my performance that it distracted me from any concerns about having children. When I discovered that I was pregnant, I cried and cried with joy. It was something I wanted so badly."

On marrying her long-term partner Jade Jones: "Marriage is something we talked about years ago but, to be honest, it's not something we've ever felt we've really needed."

On juggling career and family life: "I've decided that Beau is my number one priority, so I never struggle with guilt that I should be somewhere else when I'm with him, or vice versa. When work opportunities come along that don't fit in with what I've chosen, I turn them down. I'm doing the radio show twice a week, and I miss Beau like crazy, but I get a real fire in my belly from doing it. I'm as ambitious as ever, but it's all about timing. And, right now, I'm a mummy."

On wanting more children: "I definitely want more children, but not right now. I'm enjoying watching Beau grow up so much that I want to focus on what we have together - his little everyday milestones. And anyway, I'm only just starting to feel that I'm getting my body back."

To read the full interview, pick up a copy of the September issue of SHE magazine.

http://celebritybabyscoop.com/2009/0...s-she-magazine

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[b]Geri Halliwell shows her playful side as she recreates Titanic love scene with boyfriend Henry Beckwith.



More pictures and info here : http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...-Beckwith.html

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Victoria Beckham's Porsche breaks down - pics



You might think someone with as many flash motors as Victoria Beckham could pick one that was able to make it to the shops without conking out.

So you can probably forgive moneybags Posh for looking more than a little cheesed off when her slinky white Porsche 911 spluttered to a halt in Culver City, Los Angeles.

With her face a picture of misery, Victoria was forced to get on the blower for a tow-truck and continue the shopping trip in her bodyguard's far less stylish motor. Poor lamb.

http://www.mirror.co.uk/celebs/news/...5875-21651056/

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Mel B declines Playboy’s nude offer

Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown has revealed that Playboy has asked her five times to pose nude for the magazine but she has declined it.

"They're offering me a ridiculous amount of money but I''m just not ready to do it,” the News of the World quoted her as saying.

However, the hottie isn’t totally ignoring the opportunity to appear in the ultimate men’s magazine.

She added: "I'll consider it in the future when I feel the time's right."

Mel B, who is married to film producer Stephen Belafonte, is set to present ITV1 chat show Loose Women this month

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/e...ow/4977997.cms

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Spice Girl Mel C to take to West End stage

Ex Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm is set to take to the stage in London's illustrious West End theatre district in a leading role in tragic musical Blood Brothers.

The singer, who recently gave birth to her first child earlier this year, will step into the role of Mrs Johnstone. The announcement of her starring role has already resulted in a jump in bookings for the show, which begins its season on the stage at the end of October.

The Merseyside-born star will replace former contestant from The X Factor, Staffordshire singer Niki Evans and play at the Phoenix Theatre in London's famous West End.

Chisholm will take on the role following its portrayal by other actresses such as Barbara Dickson, Carole King and Kiki Dee, and is the first member of the 90s pop sensation the Spice Girls to step onto a West End stage. Former bandmate Melanie Brown, however, has appeared on stage in Broadway - New York's eminent theatre street - in a production of Rent.

Blood Brothers is one of the longest running productions in the history of musical theatre and has been present in the south east England city's West End district for over two decades. Both the book and musical version were written by Willy Russell, who was born in Liverpool and also penned such works as Educating Rita and Shirley Valentine.

Melanie Chisholm will debut in Blood Brothers on Monday October 26 at London's Phoenix Theatre.

[xDramatick]

Emma was always my favourite!
Her second album was really good! Her third was underrated, and the first was still pretty decent.

[Harry!]

Melanie Brown : Mel B pops out of cake at 10th anniversary of Ultimo

Former Spice girl Melanie Brown made her entry to the 10th anniversary of lingerie brand Ultimo by popping out of a cake.

The singer was wearing a sparkling corset for the celebration at Debenhams store in Oxford Street, London.

She met fans and signed autographs after making her stylish entry.

“It’s been fantastic to be the face and body of Ultimo and I am so happy to be here to celebrate its 10th birthday,” the Telegraph quoted her as saying.

The stunner praised Michelle Mone who launched the company in 1999 with a cleavage-enhancing bra.

She said: “It’s been great to work with Michelle and her team since being signed and I wish them all the best for the next 10 years.”

Mone said that she was “incredibly excited” and mentioned that Mel B was a “phenomenal ambassador” for the brand.

Mone said: “The fact that we’ve come so far in 10 years is testament to our commitment to designing and producing gorgeous, well-fitted and innovative lingerie and swimwear.”

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BROWN TO LOSE LUXURY LIFESTYLE FOR TV SHOW

Former SPICE GIRLS star MELANIE BROWN is to give up the trappings of her lavish lifestyle for a new U.K. reality show, which will see her move in with a low-income family.
The multi-millionairess currently lives in a swanky Los Angeles home with her husband, Stephen Belafonte, and her two daughters.
Brown has now decided to ditch her luxurious surroundings in the name of TV.
The singer is to move into the home of a low-income family in her native Britain and learn to live on their tight budget for the new series, which is titled Seven Days on the Breadline.

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Emma Bunton lost out on Lois Lane role in Superman Returns

Former Spice Girl Emma Bunton has revealed she had auditioned for the role of Lois Lane in the 2006 blockbuster Superman Returns before Kate Bosworth was signed in for the flick.

Bunton said she flew to Los Angeles for an audition before director Bryan Singer.

The Daily Express Bunton as telling Now magazine: "I was asked to go to a casting for Superman Returns. I met the director Bryan Singer and went to his house." However, the star’s disappointment of not being selected for the role was over when she encountered Hollywood hunk Brad Pitt during the trip.

"Yes, Brad's better in the flesh!" she said.

http://sify.com/movies/hollywood/ful...hp?id=14909321

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Geri Hints At Another Spice Girls Reunion

Geri Halliwell has hinted there may be another Spice Girls reunion after four of the five members met up in London last week.

In a TV appearance Ginger Spice was cryptic about the ladies’ plans. She told This Morning:

“Right - now, I'll be honest: We are gathering information about a possibility, but I don't like to... when you are evolving a plan, you don't want to share it with the world.”

Geri, Mel B, Mel C and Emma met up in London last week- with only Victoria Beckham missing from the band’s line up.

Halliwell explained: “We are friends first and foremost. Obviously a career and music evolved through that friendship I think. Whatever happens afterwards is a bonus. We always talk about creative plans.”

Intriguingly after the hook up Mel B hit Twitter to say: “Spice girls, stadiums?????????? Had dinner with the amazing melc emma and geri I love them so much.”

In 2007 The Spice Girls reunited for a series of massive money spinning live shows, a greatest hits album and a one off single.

http://www.mtv.co.uk/artists/spice-g...-girls-reunion

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Mel B: It's great to be back in Britain after six years in Los Angeles

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/enterta...6908-21691731/

AS a singer with the Spice Girls, Mel B was never shy of showing off her sexy figure in a series of outlandish stage outfits.
But she admits she never thought she'd be modelling lingerie in her 30s, after giving birth to two children.
Her latest and final shoot for Ultimo proves though, that she's in the best shape of her life.
The pictures, taken in Las Vegas, coincided with her role as a burlesque dancer in the cabaret Peepshow. But her next jobs have been less glamour, more grit, as she returned to the UK to try TV work.
Last week, she joined the panel of ITV's Loose Women.
She's also just finished filming a reality TV show for the same channel which shows her going back to her roots in Leeds to try living on the poverty line.
"I've been so busy, but it's been great being back in the UK," said Mel, 34.
"I've been presenting Loose Women and I was up in Leeds doing my seven days on the bread line. It's been very busy, to say the least."
Her two-year contract with lingerie brand Ultimo comes to an end early next year. This month's campaign shoot, where she modelled the spring/ summer 2010 collection, will be her last for the Scots company, and Mel's loved every minute.
"It's always good fun, the underwear is great and I had a good day," she said. "It's been amazing doing this job. I never thought I'd be modelling underwear at 34 and with two kids, so it's definitely been eye-opening and an honour to have been asked."
The Spice Girl with the loudest voice and the biggest laugh, is these days more sophisticated and sexy than Scary Spice.
Originally from Leeds, Mel moved to London and found fame with the girl group, who had huge success all around the world.
For the past six years, she's been living in Los Angeles and has slipped easily into the healthy Californian lifestyle, as well as taking on a more glossy and glamorous appearance.
"I work out for an hour, every other day, so yes I work at my body," she said. "I don't just wake up and look like this. I eat healthily too.
"I've been in Vegas working for the last six months but I've made working out part of my lifestyle and I really enjoy it."
Her husband of two years, Hollywood film producer Stephen Belafonte, joined her in the UK last week while her two children - Phoenix Chi, aged 10, by first husband Jimmy Gulzar and Angel, aged two, whose father is actor Eddie Murphy - stayed at home in LA.
She's loving married life, but made time for her old friends and held a special dinner to catch up with fellow Spice Girls Melanie Chisholm, Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell.
Victoria Beckham, who now also lives in LA, was unable to make it. She and Mel B haven't seen much of each other in the States, but Mel rang her up so she could join in with the reunion.
"Everything is lovely, married life is great," said Mel. "I had dinner with the girls while I was back. We're best friends. We've known each other for 15 years so it was nice to for us all to be together again.
"Because I've been in Vegas for the last six months,Victoria and I keep on missing each other. But we got her on the phone so she didn't feel left out. It was lovely."
Now all five of the "Girls" are mums, but Mel says it's just like the old days when they get back together.
"Us girls like to have fun. Whether you can call that rowdy, I don't know, but we do always have fun.
"I work hard and I enjoy myself," she added.
She flew back to the States at the weekend and has more work ahead of her, this time a return to her first love - music. A new solo album is rumoured to be in the pipeline for next year.
"Music is my passion. I love writing, I love singing," she said. "I've written about seven new songs, so we'll see how that develops."
Ultimo Autumn/ Winter collection is available from Debenhams & www.ultimo.co.uk

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Mel B: 'No Spice Girls reunion for World Cup'

Spice Girls star Mel B has dismissed reports that the girlband are planning to reunite for a performance at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

The five-piece re-formed for a final world tour in 2007, but rumours of a second reunion were triggered by singer Geri Halliwell earlier this week.

Halliwell suggested that she was in talks with former bandmates Brown, Victoria Beckham, Emma Bunton and Melanie Chisholm over plans for another comeback jaunt, saying: "We are gathering information about a possibility."

However, Brown has since laughed off the "silly" claims via a post on her Twitter page.

She wrote: "World cup! wow the press are soo silly. no I am not getting the girls together for the world cup!!! (sic)"

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