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How The Spice Girls have been plagued by infighting and scandal – as its revealed two of Mel B’s bandmates will NOT attend her wedding on Saturday

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In the Nineties, they embodied the essence of Female Empowerment and are well-known for advocating for women standing together.

Although the Spice Girls sang about friendship being eternal, it appears they sometimes found it challenging to embody this message, as they had numerous disputes and fallouts among themselves.

The most recent predicament involving the group revolves around Mel B’s marriage to Rory McPhee on a Saturday, and it has been reported by The Mail this week that neither Victoria Beckham nor Geri Halliwell-Horner are expected to attend the wedding.

It’s possible that another band member, possibly Emma Bunton or Mel C, might choose not to attend the event at St Paul’s Cathedral.

Over time, assertive Mel has faced criticisms for clashing with her fellow musicians, frequently becoming a focal point in numerous heated disputes.

Currently, it appears the group has made a pointed statement by absenting themselves on her special occasion. Let’s delve into some of the most heated disputes and exclusions within the band throughout their history – from Geri’s departure to Mel B’s rather acerbic remarks.

Goodbye My Friend: The 90s

Geri quits the band

The cause of the disagreement among the Spice Girls dates back to the ’90s, a time when the group was experiencing immense popularity.

Approximately two years following the success of “Wannabe,” Geri made the decision to leave the band and officially announced it during their global tour in May 1998, halfway through that tour.

Her unexpected choice to depart during the pinnacle of their popularity, just prior to their U.S. concerts, was never likely to be met with approval, but her exit on Mel B’s birthday particularly struck a sensitive spot.

In a later TV chat, I couldn’t hide my feelings when I bluntly stated: “Things took a turn for the worse when Geri decided to depart from our group, on my birthday no less! She didn’t bother informing anyone about her decision. We were left high and dry, with the American leg of our tour still looming ahead.

Geri communicated through her legal representative that she had departed the group, citing exhaustion as the reason for her departure and her desire to rest. Nevertheless, whispers circulated that she may have had a disagreement with Mel B.

Later on, Jimmy Gulzar, Mel’s former spouse, mentioned that Scary Spice felt deeply hurt since they were extremely close.

He suggested they’d previously been involved romantically by mentioning, “Melanie displayed and shared with me the closeness she had with Geri. The relationship between Melanie and Geri was more profound than many might believe.

After Geri’s departure from the Spice Girls, her former bandmates didn’t hesitate to express their constructive feedback concerning her less polished singing skills.

During an episode of CD:UK in 2003, Sporty Spice (Melanie Chisholm) didn’t hesitate to label Geri Halliwell as ‘unskilled’ when asked about Geri’s comments on other pop groups, by presenter Cat Deeley.

‘Does she have the qualifications? What is your opinion?’ Cat asked.

Sporty expressed his viewpoint as follows: “I believe she isn’t gifted with talent in my opinion.

Better Give Up On The Good Times: The 2000s

A reunion causes tension

In 2007, I, along with countless other diehard fans, ecstatically erupted with joy upon hearing the long-awaited news that the Spice Girls were set to reassemble as a quintet! It was rumored that each girl was offered an astounding £10 million to be part of this momentous event.

Despite the substantial income, the tour was still shadowed by calamity, eventually ending prematurely due to these unfortunate events.

Initially, the group attributed their issues to ‘family matters and personal obligations.’ However, it was later uncovered that there were hidden conflicts unfolding backstage.

In the rehearsals of 2007, Emma found herself tearful due to feeling overwhelmed by everyone’s self-importance, being a novice amidst them, and, as a newly maternal figure to her baby Beau, utterly drained.

Meanwhile, Geri drove them all to distraction by stopping a video shoot so that she could meditate.

It’s reported that Victoria often angered them due to her frequent conversations on her phone, many of which were with David. However, there was a time when she explained, “I needed to take that call – it was Donatella.

She apparently behaved very much the superstar, with a retinue of bodyguards and assistants.

Later on, Mel C asserted that she had been pressured into joining the project. In her own words, “If I didn’t want to be a part of it, they would have done it regardless…” This suggests a strong sense of coercion or persuasion.

I didn’t wish to be the one responsible for making it less than perfect. I was concerned that my actions might make me appear as an antagonist.

Geri openly expressed her dislike for the environment and office politics, and mentioned that she was contemplating leaving the organization.

Later on, Mel B admitted that she also desired to end things. She revealed, “My marriage wasn’t going well, and I felt trapped in a false reality. I couldn’t continue living like that anymore.

I acknowledge that it was my mistake, and I’ve been committed to making things right between us. I remain hopeful that we’ll be a fivesome again someday.

Once again, they faced setbacks as their return single, “Headlines,” released in 2007, struggled to gain traction, barely making it to the 20th spot on the charts.

Say You’ll Be There?: The 2010s 

Victoria snubs the reunion  

In 2019, the Spice Girls revealed their intentions to reunite, showing that they apparently hadn’t taken lessons from the disappointing ending of their last tour.

This time around, not all members agreed; Victoria declined to be part of the group, which left her bandmates rather frustrated.

Or:

This occasion saw a disagreement among them, as Victoria opted out of the lineup, causing some frustration for her fellow musicians.

Both versions convey the same idea in a natural and easy-to-read manner.

By now, she had moved away from being known solely as a footballer’s wife or a Spice Girl, and instead, was striving to establish herself as a credible fashion designer by forging a new identity.

According to a reliable source who spoke to TopMob, there had been a bitter split among the last four Spice Girls, including Victoria, and their ex-manager, Simon Fuller.

The situation reached its peak when Mel B angrily texted Victoria following her decision to withdraw from the tour, suggesting that she had been completely committed beforehand.

Deepening the existing tension, it is reported that Victoria’s photoshoot for Vogue, featuring outfits reminiscent of the Spice Girls, occurred during the same year and triggered an angry outburst from Mel B, involving profane language.

At one point, a source stated that the girls were extremely upset with Victoria because she had agreed to reunite, and at some point, she even hinted at taking legal action if the other girls profited from the brand without her involvement.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I recently expressed my sentiments regarding this matter by channeling Victoria at a Halloween bash. Waving a sign to make my stance crystal clear, I declared that under no circumstances would I embark on a tour, not even if the fans earnestly pleaded. To clarify further, our bond is complex – it’s a blend of affection and frustration that we’ve come to call our ‘love-hate relationship’.

As a devoted admirer, I must admit that I found myself growing increasingly frustrated with Mel B, as she persistently discussed the Spice Girls reunion. To add fuel to the fire, it seemed she was portraying me in an unfavorable light.

Reports suggest that the designer flatly refused any plans for a reunion and felt annoyed because her bandmate portrayed her as the group’s party pooper.

According to the source, Victoria was open to meeting up and celebrating the band’s achievements. However, she never consented to going on tour for live performances.

Mel B and Geri go to war 

Before the tour began, Mel B created a stir when she disclosed on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories that she and Geri had a romantic involvement, which was of a lesbian nature, during the Spice Girls’ peak in the 90s.

People close to Geri, who is now wedded to millionaire Christian Horner and resides with him at their 16th-century Oxfordshire manor, stated that the singer was extremely upset after Mel B’s allegations.

Mel shared with Piers: “She won’t like me for this, given her refined lifestyle in the countryside with her spouse. However, it’s a reality that unfolded, and we simply found it amusing and moved on.

She mentioned that their encounter was a singular event, she said: ‘I’m afraid she and her husband will do me in. She no longer seems as refined, does she?’

Over the past seven days, I found myself on pins and needles, waiting for any word from Geri. And finally, my prayers were answered! Geri stepped up to address Mel B’s claims with a clear-cut statement refuting her account of the incidents.

It’s quite disheartening to come across such gossip once more, and it’s particularly distressing on a day like Mother’s Day, as reported by a representative. Geri holds the Spice Girls – Emma, Melanie C, Melanie B, and Victoria – in high regard.

She wants everyone to understand that the rumors circulating lately are false and have caused great pain to her loved ones. As we proceed, Geri is eagerly looking forward to reuniting with the girls, having a fantastic tour experience together, and creating fresh memories with all of you.

During discussions leading up to their reunion tour, Scary Spice faced criticism for allegedly employing “lesbianism as a public relations tactic.” Following Geri’s response, she later tried to retract the claims she had made in her story.

In recent years, there have been reports of disagreements among the women due to Geri’s recent high-class persona, which often clashes with Melanie’s working-class background from Leeds.

Mel B and Geri Halliwell were reportedly at odds due to disagreements about the design of their concert outfits.

Geri sought to embody the maturity and motherhood of the group by adopting a cleaner, cream-toned style. On the other hand, Mel B aimed to reinvent her image as a seductive figure in the entertainment industry.

2019 saw a source disclose to The Sun that the concerts would take place regardless of circumstances, yet the two individuals are reportedly more at odds than ever, each viewing themselves as the leader. All parties concerned are preparing for potential heated disagreements upon their reunion.

Spice Up Your Insults: The 2020s  

Mel B reignites the feud 

It appears that tensions had eased slightly among the Spice Girls, but Mel B reignited a dispute with Geri when she accused the latter of lying about her age.

On her podcast “So Wrong It’s Right,” Mel shared with Olivia Attwood: ‘It’s unclear how old Geri is, as nobody has ever laid eyes on her passport.’

‘Despite having traveled all over the globe together, there’s one thing that still puzzles me – her age. To be honest, I find it hard to believe when she says she recently celebrated her 50th birthday.’

Instead of pouring more pain onto the situation as Geri celebrated her 52nd birthday, she chose to post an unattractive picture of them both on social media, extending her greetings with a joking “Happy 75th Birthday.

A frosty reunion at Victoria’s 50th

Not long after Mel made her playful remarks, the band got back together to celebrate Victoria’s 50th birthday in April of the previous year. They joined the extravagant celebration that took place at Oswald’s in London and even stood together for a commemorative group photo.

But behind the smiles The Sun claimed that Geri and Mel B were feeling tense.

According to a source, Mel attempted to reconcile with Geri during the party, but their conversation didn’t proceed as expected. Mel appeared to be joking about the matter, yet Geri seemed uninterested in listening to her and eventually left.

In a moment that seemed a bit uneasy to observe, I found myself consciously distancing myself from Mel during our group photo shoot.

Geri desired to join in on the festivities and share some hearty laughter with everyone, rather than discuss with Mel the awkward comments she made about Geri.

Following a group photo session as if they were still a band in 1997, a video later in the evening emerged, showing them performing their classic song “Stop” – this time caught on camera by David Beckham. However, once more, the duo found themselves standing at opposite ends of the stage.

Even though Victoria expressed her joy upon reconnecting with the band as “the best gift,” she also posted the video and added, “Best night ever! It’s my birthday, and I love you all so much! #SpiceUpYourLife.

Catty comments are exposed 

Following the party, it was reported that several members of the Spice Girls became angry when unpleasant details from a private conversation surfaced in legal records.

Mel B, Geri, and Emma found themselves blushing after their confidential discussion within the group became public knowledge during a lawsuit involving defamation.

In a lawsuit involving defamation, it was revealed that a private conversation among the group members was disclosed. During what seemed like a discussion about potentially performing together again, Mel B is said to have told Geri and Emma that earning money through charity wasn’t enough, as reported by The Sun.

The report stated that the disclosed messages, unveiled during a U.S. defamation trial, have enraged the celebrities.

Additionally, it appears there were a series of emails discussing Victoria’s behavior during the Viva Forever! West End musical debut on December 11, 2012, that were more like casual chatter.

The fashion designer held up the finale of the West End musical inspired by the Spice Girls’ greatest hits for 15 minutes due to being caught in a traffic jam.

Upon her arrival, she opted to distance herself slightly from the main group, sitting two rows ahead of where the other women with her husband David and their children were seated.

Based on what the insider from the publication shared, it was Mel B who took offense at Victoria’s dismissal, in particular.

Geri pulls the plug 

In the midst of their continuing disagreement, it was reported that Geri decided to cancel arrangements for a fresh Spice Girls concert tour.

Or,

During their ongoing dispute, Geri allegedly scrapped proposals for a new Spice Girls tour due to her disagreement with Mel B.

The team was considering scheduling more performances and had reached out to Victoria regarding a potential guest role. They were thrilled at the prospect of mirroring the achievements from their previous concerts.

However, it is reported that a deep disagreement between Geri and Mel was causing tension within the group, leading Geri to ultimately decide to leave permanently.

As an ardent admirer putting words to my feelings, I can say that, having witnessed the tumultuous situation involving Geri’s husband and his assistant, it’s been a rollercoaster ride of emotions. To add to this, she’s reached her breaking point due to Mel’s persistent barbs and jabs. It’s just become too much for her to bear.

She has left, and without Geri, the group’s plans seem unlikely to materialize. Historically, Geri played a crucial role in driving the group forward, but right now, she has no interest in interacting with Mel, let alone performing together.

It is reported that Geri was angered by numerous hidden insults and remarks, as she faced a challenging year due to accusations against her Formula One executive husband, Christian, regarding inappropriate behavior towards a female colleague.

According to the source, their relationship has historically been complex, but it has become quite chaotic recently. No one has managed to resolve the issues, so it appears they have broken up once more.

Mel B doesn’t hold back  

Due to the disintegration of their reunion plans, Mel lashed out with biting words, calling her fellow band members “foolish” or “unintelligent.

In response to being questioned about her departure from TV’s Never Mind The Buzzcocks 90s special, Mel simply stated, “They were just rude and difficult.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d say, “When posed with the question about a potential reunion on the Sky Max panel show, I find myself in a state of uncertainty. Only time will tell.

She too asserted that she was removed from the WhatsApp group which included Victoria, Geri, Melanie, and Emma due to her excessive talkativeness.

Geri derails another deal 

In November, it was reported that Geri may have interrupted a potential Spice Girls agreement worth £5 million in total for the group’s five members.

As reported by The Sun, the entire five-member group was offered a chance to star in a drama series, which would have come with an impressive seven-digit salary.

It was reported that discussions were progressing smoothly until Geri chose to withdraw from participating in the project.

According to a source, it was planned for five actresses to portray the characters of Posh, Ginger, Scary, Sporty, and Baby.

The undertaking would have secured each of them approximately £1 million contracts, essentially without requiring much effort.

As the talks intensified, it was communicated that Geri had voiced her objections. In essence, the initial plans have been abandoned.

The source mentioned that achieving the project might prove challenging if Geri doesn’t agree with the terms.

Mel B’s birthday blowout 

By May, the strain within the band had yet to ease, as Mel B turned 50 and threw an unforgettable bash in Leeds. She was enveloped by her cherished friends and relatives during this joyous occasion.

In their absence, it was evident that Geri and Victoria were not present when their fellow Spice Girl took to the dance floor.

On a momentous evening, the ex-X Factor judge went all out, accompanied by her beau Rory and their offspring, Angel aged 18, and Phoenix at 26.

Alongside Mel, her fellow bandmates Melanie C and Emma joined me, donning leopard print attire to harmonize with my chosen style for this significant moment.

It was disclosed to The Sun by insiders that fashion designer Victoria apparently had an obligation at work which prevented her from attending, but Geri failed to provide a rationale for declining the invitation.

Mel B’s wedding snub 

The latest drama to hit the group is the lack of Spice Girls attending Mel B’s wedding. 

As a devoted fan, I find myself lamenting that neither Victoria nor Geri will grace the guest list at Scary Spice’s anticipated, high-profile event, which seems destined to be a gathering of celebrities.

It’s also speculated that another band member, potentially either Emma or Mel C, might not be attending as well.

It is reported that Victoria, who is 51 years old, has prearranged commitments taking her outside of the country, thus preventing her from being present at this time.

She has a strong affection for Mel, and they manage to maintain a great relationship, even though their life trajectories differ significantly. It’s truly unfortunate.

‘There is no issue between them, they haven’t fallen out. It’s just one of those things.’

For the third time, I, a devoted admirer, find myself saying, “She’s tying the knot again!” Mel, who first became Mrs. Jimmy Gulzar, a Dutch backup dancer, in 1998, is ready to utter those sacred words.

For her big day, Mel wore a Vegas showgirl-style feathered headdress with a white and gold dress.

In 2007, she secretly married Stephen Belafonte in Las Vegas. The next year, they had a vow renewal ceremony in Egypt.

In the year 2016, Mel and Stephen parted ways following her claims of both emotional and physical abuse against him, allegations he has consistently refuted.

His lawyers said that during the marriage they spent her £50million fortune.

Mel grew close to Rory after the breakdown of her marriage to Stephen. 

In the preceding year, I had the pleasure of mentioning that he is not only a cherished family acquaintance but also an exceptional hairdresser. Upon my return to England, he graciously offered his services, providing me with hair treatments whenever possible.

As he gently tended to my hair again, it seemed like he was also fostering my faith and confidence in our connection.

Due to receiving an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2022 for her outstanding work with charitable organizations and vulnerable women, particularly Woman’s Aid, she has the privilege to wed him at St. Paul’s Cathedral.

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