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The extraordinary comment Christian Horner’s mother made about his ‘appalling’ relationship with Geri – why some are saying the couple’s downfall is ‘karma’… and the surprising reaction of the Spice Girls: KATIE HIND

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Geri Halliwell developed a crush on the wealthy and attractive Christian Horner after they were introduced in 2009, with the help of Formula One mogul Bernie Ecclestone.

Unfortunately for her, it turned out that the head of Team Red Bull, at that time, was involved with Beverley Allen, and they both eagerly sought to welcome their first child into their family.

However, as those who are familiar with Geri attest, she is both incredibly ambitious and resolute in her pursuit of her goals. Five years later, she successfully secured her partner. Her companions shared with me that she was overjoyed to have captured the heart of the racing chief, eager for everyone to know about her new beau and their lavish lifestyle together.

To start with, Geri and Christian’s journey towards true love seemed complicated initially. For instance, Garry and Sara, Christian’s parents, were reportedly repulsed and shocked when they learned that their son had departed from Beverley less than six months after she had delivered their long-awaited daughter Olivia in October 2013.

When a reporter visited Christian’s mother, Beverley, at her residence in the Cotswolds some time later, they asked if she wished to speak about Geri allegedly stealing Christian’s partner. Beverley politely refused, and the journalist then departed.

Just a few moments after, a elderly woman, who turned out to be Christian’s mother, Sara, descended the driveway in pursuit. She scolded him for his actions at the wedding, making it clear that she and her husband were deeply upset. Moreover, they unequivocally declared their intention of not attending the wedding.

It’s quite rare for a celebrity’s parent to publicly criticize them so harshly, as her outburst did, leaving the journalist astonished.

As promised, I stood firm alongside Sara in our decision not to attend Geri and Christian’s wedding in May 2015 held at Woburn Abbey, outside Milton Keynes. Through thick and thin, we remained steadfast in our support for Beverley during her two-year battle with eye cancer, until her unfortunate passing eleven days ago at the age of 58.

According to one of Geri’s ex-colleagues, their rejection of Sara and Garry was harshly criticized. ‘Geri dislikes being perceived negatively,’ the source explains, ‘but when it came to her connection with Christian, she became oblivious to everything else.’

Although Christian has now reconciled with his parents, the impact on Geri’s reputation from his abrupt ending of the relationship with Beverley was said to be ‘overwhelming’.

In a different phrasing, during her Spice Girls era, Geri made a name for herself with her unique style and confidence. However, since then, she has put in considerable effort to move away from many of those aspects that initially brought her fame. Her unmatched self-assurance allowed her to rock the iconic Union Jack mini dress during their debut single Wannabe, which she did spectacularly; it was indeed Geri who declared the group’s arrival by singing the lyrics: ‘I’ll tell you what I want, what I really, really want.’

Today, there have been many transformations from those vibrant times, one of which is Geri’s wardrobe that now seems predominantly made up of garments in soft tones of cream and white. She has also adopted the addition of ‘Horner’ to her name as a nod to her husband of ten years, signifying their marital bond.

A past coworker of Geri’s shared their thoughts with me yesterday, stating: ‘She was known for embodying the powerful woman; now, it seems she accompanies her husband in all-white attire. It raises questions: has she perhaps relinquished some of her strength and individuality as a strong woman?’

This leads me to discuss the occurrences of this week and their implications for Ginger Spice’s persistent attempts at self-transformation over the past few years. On a notable Wednesday, Red Bull officials released a statement that has since gained notoriety, confirming speculations prevalent in the Formula One community: Christian had been severed from his 20-year-long employer.

According to a brief statement, Red Bull is relieving Christian Horner of his operational responsibilities starting today, and they’ve appointed Laurent Mekies as the new CEO for Red Bull Racing.

A while afterward, the 51-year-old man choked back tears as he shared the news of his termination with his coworkers, expressing his disbelief and astonishment. At a certain moment, his emotions overpowered him to such an extent that he couldn’t speak; employees at the racing team applauded him in sympathy.

Red Bull hasn’t disclosed the exact cause behind Christian’s sudden exit yet, but many people are speculating that his recent ‘sexting’ scandal might have led to his termination. Last February, anonymous screenshots of supposed WhatsApp chats between Christian and a Red Bull colleague were leaked, following a three-week external investigation that found him not guilty of any accusations the very next day.

According to F1’s findings, it appears that no single event led to Christian’s leaving; rather, a combination of factors made his situation unworkable. Yet, others speculate that the rumors about his personal indiscretions may have been the primary cause for his departure.

In the end, did it prove beneficial for Geri, given that she was devastated and publicly shamed upon discovering those messages, only to be further embarrassed when they were widely circulated within the entertainment and sports sectors?

According to one ex-friend, she appears to have suffered greatly from associating with Christian. It seems she was determined to break away from her past, discarding the beloved ‘Ginger Spice’ persona to adopt a snobbish aristocratic demeanor. Once filled with pride as a Spice Girl, she is now known for being the woman who entered into a relationship with her husband just six months after his partner had given birth, and remained by his side throughout the embarrassing scandal of the leaked WhatsApp messages.

It’s hard to feel much compassion for Geri during her husband’s fall from grace, as some individuals who have collaborated with or been employed by her in the past have suggested that these recent events may be a form of ‘just desserts’.

And if she was hoping for support from her fellow ex-Spice Girls, she’s likely to be disappointed.

In May, Geri made her ex-bandmates upset by stating during a discussion: “The term ‘Girl Power’ was a pleasant representation of feminism. However, if you check the dictionary definition of feminism, it means ‘the promotion of equal rights and opportunities between men and women.’ Consequently, for me, one’s gender does not matter: I want everyone to embrace their personal strength. Let’s transform that phrase from ‘Girl Power’ to ‘Inner Strength.’

Geri’s brisk rejection of the band’s iconic motto stirred up some members into anger. A source shared with me: ‘What gives Geri the right to nullify “girl power”, a powerful anthem for many young women, when she’s lounging in her luxurious home clad in white? Does she believe herself superior?’

It’s reported that some members of the Spice Girls tease their ex-bandmate about her recent claims, while others accuse her of hindering a Spice Girls reunion because she doesn’t want to revisit those times, despite acknowledging that they were instrumental in her success and wealth.

One account states that Geri, who was once known for her rebellious humor, notably patting King Charles on the backside in 1997, is now perceived as ‘posh.’ Despite her humble beginnings on a council estate, her current demeanor seems to suggest she no longer embraces that part of her past.

In fact, Geri’s detractors argue that her efforts to emulate a style fitting her husband’s high-society rural lifestyle have at times appeared forced. Previously, she separated from her long-standing and devoted publicist Alan Edwards, whom she had known since the days of the Spice Girls. Instead, she switched to Pippa Beng, who manages celebrities like Jude Law, Matt Smith, and Lily James – individuals often associated with upper-class circles.

One associate remarks with a hint of disdain, ‘It seems Geri aims to elevate her image beyond her current status, opting for a professional PR who typically handles established actors, rather than choosing someone from her own Spice Girls background known for wearing the Union Jack dress to gain international recognition.’

Lately, Geri took a break from working with Pippa, which might have secretly pleased Pippa since Geri often asked her to criticize anything that wasn’t overly positive coverage.

Currently, Geri’s daily routine primarily revolves around horseback riding and caring for her diverse collection of animals such as goats and chickens, on her estates located in Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire. Moreover, she was invited to attend high-profile grand prix races where her photos were taken, and last year, she graced the Goodwood Revival car show. Notably, her eight-year-old son Monty, along with Christian, participated in a children’s race at the event.

It’s rumored that Geri might be involved in negotiations for a reality TV series akin to Meghan Markle’s Netflix project, ‘With Love, Meghan’. However, it seems she has been hesitant about bringing her endeavors in this field into the spotlight.

Regarding potential future actions, it’s being suggested by past associates that maybe she could have shown more kindness as she climbed the social or professional ladder.

According to a previous acquaintance, she’s discovering life’s difficulties firsthand, and even if she wears pure, symbolic white garments, it won’t change her current predicament.

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2025-07-11 03:55

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