Glad they're still cool about it

As much as I think it was very wrong of her to say that on national TV without prior consent from Geri, I also don't think she would have done it if the two of them weren't cool about it.

 

It's still very wrong though, and the way the British press has acted on it is just incredibly homophobic.

Even though this is more about Geri, I'm posting it in this thread because it stems from Mel B/Piers Morgan/the tabloid reaction.

 

The Daily Mail ran an article yesterday claiming that Geri & Mel B actually had a year long relationship ( https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-68...overs-YEAR.html ), and Geri responded to this via a statement:

 

"It has been very disappointing to read about all these rumours again, especially on Mother’s Day of all days.

 

Geri is really grateful for your support and loyalty for so many years. She loves the Spice Girls: Emma, Melanie, Melanie and Victoria.

 

She would like you to know that what has been reported recently is simply not true and has been very hurtful to her family.

 

Moving forward, Geri can’t wait to see the girls and all the fans on the tour, have an amazing time with everyone, and make some new memories.

 

She wishes you a Happy Mother’s Day."

Daily Mail have framed Geri's official statement as being addressed towards Mel B, even though it's clearly about their salacious article above (see reference to Mother's Day). Unbelievable.

 

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/artic...Girls-tour.html

 

It's no wonder the general public can't tell truth from fiction anymore.

Still can't believe Mel B went there though it was really Piers Morgan who instigated it cannot stand him.

Daily Mail have framed Geri's official statement as being addressed towards Mel B, even though it's clearly about their salacious article above (see reference to Mother's Day). Unbelievable.

 

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/artic...Girls-tour.html

 

It's no wonder the general public can't tell truth from fiction anymore.

 

 

To be fair the statement does sound like she is saying that none of it is true... “what has been reported recently is not true” sounds more like the whole thing than just one article.

 

To be honest I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s not true and Mel is potentially talking bull, who knows either way Mel really should not have said anything, especially when they are due to work together again soon. :rolleyes:

I mean. It's Geri's personal life experience...so...she's ultimately entitled to react in whatever way she sees fit. Buuut.

 

If I were an advisor and confidant...I would have told her to just laugh it off with a "eh, we were young, and it was the 90s!"

 

I really do believe making light of the story would take away the tabloids' power. I get that the article isn't accurate with the one-year relationship thing. But. Releasing a fairly serious statement? It lets the tabloids know this is getting to her. I think it opens the door to a whole lot more shady articles...wildly speculating that there's bitterness within the group...or that the tour's in jeopardy...etc.

Edited April 2, 20196 yr by Piers

I completely agree, she's (probably inadvertently) fanned the flames :(

A leaked demo!

 

 

From a CD-R promo from May 1999

A leaked demo!

 

 

From a CD-R promo from May 1999

 

Oh wow! What a find! I remember Mel mentioning this song in an interview in 1999. This was the only unreleased song (that we're aware of) from the Hot recording era, right?

 

Anyway. I think it's okay. It's not a lost "single-that-should-have-been" situation. It very much sounds like a demo. But it's unique enough that I actually prefer it over something with less personality like, say, ABC 123 that did make the album. This might have slotted in after Step Inside or something.

 

Wonder who she was working with on this one. My guess is Stannard/Biffco?

 

 

Mel B talking to Lorraine this morning:

 

https://www.itv.com/hub/lorraine/1a9360a2407

 

She's on about half way through second part. She looks amazing and comes across very well.

 

No news as such. But there's an interesting video statement from Phoenix about living with Stephen.

Yesterday was Mel B's birthday, which was also the first night at Manchester!

 

 

:lol:

Did anyone watch her on Piers Morgan Life Stories last week? It was a really good episode, she came across incredibly well. She was warm & funny, but there were plenty of emotional moments. I'm so glad she's survived bad experiences and is now having the time of her life on tour. :wub:

 

I feel so happy for Mel & her family that they were able to reconcile. They'll never get back those many years of estrangement, but at least they're making up for it now. :heart:

Love Mel and how she has been so fabulously received in the UK again. I only saw clips of the Life Stories interview, as I cannot stand Piers Morgan. But she did come across really well. Good on her and all her success at the moment!

Mel B Is Back At It Again With The Spicy Lies :blink:

Lots of media outlets beginning to report that Paddy McGuinness has stepped down from Celebrity Juice as team captain due to "scheduling conflicts", with the reports saying Mel B is the replacement!! This is mega exciting news, I LOVE Celebrity Juice and Mel has always been absolutely hilarious when appearing on it before!

 

@1168233788251475970

 

Speaking about the announcement, Mel B said: “I am so happy that I’m going to be part of the Celebrity Juice family and thrilled to be a captain. My mission is to give Keith a run for his money. Watch out. Things are going to get even more crazy."

 

EDIT: and now on the Celeb Juice Twitter!

 

@1168239646129688577

Yay fabulous news I love that show, and it's a good gig for her. Am a bit shocked it's her and not Emma since Emma is such good friends with Holly and Leigh Francis...

 

Ps that gif I've never noticed Melanie C's facial expression in that scene before I always watch Mel B... hilarious :lol:

:wub: great news, can't wait to see these episodes!

Has anyone been watching? 2 episodes have been shown so far. She's a great fit for the show :lol: