What Happened To the Spice Girls? | Where Are They Now (2025 Update)

I’ll never forget the moment I heard “Wannabe” and felt like the world got a little bigger, louder, brighter. The Spice Girls — Baby, Scary, Sporty, Ginger and Posh — weren’t just a pop-group in the mid-’90s; they were a cultural tsunami. A message of girl-power, fun, independence and blunt confidence. But even the biggest tidal waves recede. So: where are they now? And how did we get here?

The Boom: Girl Power Takes Over

Back in 1994 the Spice Girls — Victoria Beckham, Melanie B, Melanie C, Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell — formed in London and quickly exploded onto the global stage. Their debut single “Wannabe” hit No.1 in nearly 40 countries, and their first album Spice sold over 23 million copies. They weren’t just singing—they were happening. Their follow-up Spiceworld and film Spice World made them icons of 1990s pop.

What stood out? They weren’t manufactured glam-pop puppets—they had personality. You could pick one of them and say: “That’s me.”

“Wannabe” became the anthem of the era.

The Slowdown: Fame, Friction & Hiatus

By 1998, the heat was intense. Touring, promotion, global hype—all at warp speed. Then in May 1998, Geri Halliwell left the group amid exhaustion and creative differences. That missing link shifted the dynamic, and by 2000 the group went into a long “indefinite” break, each member branching out solo. Their record: more than 100 million records sold, making them the best-selling girl group of all time.

But even legends need breathing room—music tastes changed, the business shifted, and they paused to evolve.

Today: The Five Paths (And the Reunion Glow)

Here’s a fuller update on where each of the Spice Girls is right now—in a way that goes beyond “they’re doing this” and touches on who they are today.

Victoria Beckham (Posh Spice)

Victoria took the classic pop-star pivot—and landed somewhere truly high end. After the group days she focused on fashion, launching her eponymous label and becoming a serious businesswoman and style icon. Her life with husband David Beckham and their four children has been under the microscope, yet Victoria has carved a smart, curated career.

In October 2025 she appeared on the podcast Call Her Daddy, reflecting on the abrupt exit of Geri from the group and how that time was “confusing and intense.” (People.com)
Most recently she celebrated a major milestone: a docuseries on Netflix about her life and career — and her former bandmates turned up at the premiere (Oct 8 2025) in London. (E! Online)
Victoria didn’t join the 2019 tour, but remains influential, busy and core to any reunion talk given her role as brand-anchor of the group.

Geri Halliwell-Horner (Ginger Spice)

Geri’s path after the group has been dynamic and full of reinvention. She went into writing, TV, philanthropy (notably with UNICEF) and shifted away from constant pop-stardom into a more layered public profile. She’s also a mum of two (Bluebell and Montague) and in recent years has made music again, even if not full-tilt group tours. (People.com)
At the October 2025 premiere of Victoria’s docuseries, Geri turned up with husband Christian Horner and daughter Olivia, showing she’s part of the inner circle still. (E! Online)
And more to the point: Geri has repeatedly voiced that she’d love for the group to come back “as a collective.” Which means she’s ready.

Melanie “Mel C” Chisholm (Sporty Spice)

Mel C has remained consistent. Rather than blockbuster global reunion tours, she’s carved out an enduring music-career—that is quieter, focused, and artistically mature. She releases albums, tours smaller venues, and stays in the music world in a way that feels grounded. (People.com)
She also showed up at the 2025 documentary premiere (Oct 8) alongside Emma and Geri. (E! Online)
Sources suggest she’s actively recording new material and open to reunion ideas—a key piece of the “What’s next?” puzzle.

Emma Bunton (Baby Spice)

Emma trades big-stadium spectacle for heartfelt connection. She hosts radio shows, produces music, and balances family life with husband Jade Jones and two sons, Beau and Tate. (People.com)
She did not join the 2019 tour and admitted to feeling a bit “left out” when her bandmates were on stage without her. But she remains “a Spice Girl” at heart.
She attended Mel B’s wedding in July 2025, showing loyal friendship.

Melanie “Mel B” Brown (Scary Spice)

Mel B is living what I’d call “full throttle adult life.” She continues to entertain—judging on the US show America’s Got Talent since 2013. (New York Post)
In July 2025 she married longtime partner Rory McPhee at St Paul’s Cathedral in London. The ceremony drew only select bandmates (Emma attended; Victoria and Mel C sent well-wishes). (EW.com)
Mel B has also dropped hints about a possible reunion: ahead of the group’s 30th anniversary (2026) she said “anything can happen.” (New York Post)
Her readiness to turn up again makes the “What happens next?” question compelling.

The Reunion Question: Is It Really Coming Back?

The group hasn’t appeared all five in a full tour setting since 2012. Their last major gathering was their appearance at Victoria’s 50th birthday party in April 2024—where all five sang “Stop.” (The Guardian)
In October 2025 they reunited at Victoria’s documentary premiere (though missing Mel B publicly). (E! Online)
Mel B and Geri have both leaned into the idea that a full-scale reunion is possible—even if the details aren’t set yet. There’s talk of plans around the 30th anniversary of their debut, which lands in 2026. If it happens right, it could be one of the biggest nostalgia events.

Why We Still Care

Pop culture loves full-circle stories, and theirs is a textbook case: sudden rise → massive peak → breakup → quiet evolution → anticipated revival. For fans (myself included) the attraction isn’t just “where are they now?” but “could they do it again?”
On top of that: nostalgia is booming. Y2K and late-’90s aesthetic is back. The Spice Girls helped define that era. Their legacy isn’t just music; it’s moment.

From a media-site perspective this story hits all the sweet points: search traffic around “Spice Girls reunion,” “Spice Girls where are they now,” “30th anniversary” — all highly clickable. It’s evergreen because it blends history and future potential.

Final Thoughts

So where are the Spice Girls now? Each one’s doing interesting, authentic things—whether in fashion, TV, music, family life or business. None have faded away—they’ve just shifted. The fact that the talk of a reunion still excites means their story isn’t finished.

If all goes well, we might see a reunion that isn’t just nostalgic, but meaningful. And if you loved this flashback, explore more “What Happened To…” stories on WestCoastCOA.com.