Before they announce what’s in store could it be a tour?

first onto the world stage.

What’s that sound you hear?

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Oh, it’s girl power.

Is it flag?

Is it a dress?

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No, it’s an iconic fashion moment.

At the 1997 Brit Awards, Geri Halliwell, a.k.a.

Ginger Spice, showed her love for her country by wearing a flag.

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It waseventually auctioned off for 41,320.

What we do know for sure is that even royalty was swept up in Spice mania.

In 1997, Prince Charles met the girls at a Princes Trust concert.

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‘Who Do You Think You Are?’

The name of the slightly more mature but just as dazzling girl group?

Nelson Mandela’s seal of approval

Sometimes in life, legends collide.

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On introduction, Mandela announced: These are my heroes.

This is one of the greatest moments in my life.

Ours too, sir.

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If only GIFs had been a thing 20 years ago!

Commercial success

No world domination was complete in the late 90s/early ’00s without a Pepsi spot.

Posh and Becks 4-eva

Has an iconic celebrity couple ever enjoyed such longevity?

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Sadly I would like to confirm that I have left the Spice Girls, she said in a statement.

This is because of differences between us.

I’m sure the group will continue to be successful and I wish them all the best."

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Hearts around the globe were broken as teens played Viva Forever on repeat and wept.

The performance was just the beginning of a revival.

The girls arrived on stage in Hackney taxis beforedancing on the carsand performing a medley of their hits.

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It was like 1997 all over again!

‘Viva Forever’?

‘Viva Forever’!

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We are always overwhelmed at how much interest there is across the whole world for the Spice Girls.

The time now feels right to explore some incredible new opportunities together.

PRAY TO THE SPICE GODS, MY PRETTIES.

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Viva Forever - Press Night - Backstage / Curtain Call

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