Emma Bunton facts for kids
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Emma Bunton
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Bunton in 2014
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Emma Lee Bunton
21 January 1976 Finchley, Greater London, England
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| Other names | Baby Spice |
| Alma mater | Sylvia Young Theatre School |
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| Years active | 1992–present |
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| Children | 2 |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
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Emma Lee Bunton (born January 21, 1976) is an English singer, songwriter, and actress. She became famous in the 1990s as a member of the pop group the Spice Girls. Because she was the youngest member, she was given the nickname Baby Spice. The Spice Girls are the best-selling female group of all time, having sold over 100 million records around the world.
After the Spice Girls took a break in 2000, Emma started a successful solo career. Her first album, A Girl Like Me (2001), did well in the UK charts. She has released four solo albums in total. The Spice Girls have also reunited for special tours, including the Return of the Spice Girls tour in 2007 and the Spice World tour in 2019.
Besides singing, Emma has appeared on many television shows. She was a judge on Dancing on Ice and Boy Band. She also competed on the dancing show Strictly Come Dancing in 2006. From 2013 to 2018, she was a radio host on the Heart Breakfast show and currently has her own show on Heart Radio on Sunday evenings.
Early Life
Emma Lee Bunton was born in Finchley, London, England. Her mother, Pauline, was a karate instructor, and her father, Trevor, was a milkman. Her parents separated when she was 11, and she lived with her mother and younger brother, Paul.
From a young age, Emma was interested in performing. She attended the famous Sylvia Young Theatre School, where she trained in acting and singing. Before becoming a pop star, she had small acting roles in British TV shows like EastEnders and The Bill.
Music Career
1994–2000: Becoming Baby Spice
In 1994, a group was being formed that would later become the Spice Girls. Emma joined Melanie Chisholm, Melanie Brown, Geri Halliwell, and Victoria Adams to complete the group. As the youngest member, she was nicknamed "Baby Spice" by the media.
The group signed with Simon Fuller and Virgin Records. In 1996, they released their first single, "Wannabe". The song was a huge success, reaching number one in 35 countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States. It became the best-selling single ever by an all-female group.
The Spice Girls released many more hit songs, including "Say You'll Be There", "2 Become 1", and "Spice Up Your Life". They released three albums: Spice, Spiceworld, and Forever. In 2000, the group decided to take a break to focus on their own projects.
2001–2005: Solo Music Career
Emma Bunton released her first solo album, A Girl Like Me, in 2001. The album's first single, "What Took You So Long?", went straight to number one in the UK. The album also included the popular songs "Take My Breath Away" and "We're Not Gonna Sleep Tonight".
Her second album, Free Me, came out in 2004. It had a 1960s-inspired sound and was praised by critics. The album featured hit singles like "Free Me", "Maybe", and "I'll Be There".
2006–2008: Life in Mono and First Spice Girls Reunion
In 2006, Emma competed on the TV show Strictly Come Dancing and finished in third place. That same year, she released her third album, Life in Mono. The album's single "Downtown" was released to raise money for the Children in Need charity.
In 2007, the Spice Girls reunited for a world tour called The Return of the Spice Girls. They also released a Greatest Hits album. The tour was a huge success, and fans were excited to see the group perform together again.
2010–2014: Olympics and Viva Forever Musical
In 2012, Emma and the other Spice Girls were involved in creating Viva Forever!, a musical based on their songs.
One of their most memorable performances came in August 2012, when all five Spice Girls reunited to perform at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. They sang "Wannabe" and "Spice Up Your Life" in a performance that was watched by millions around the world.
2018–Present: Second Spice Girls Reunion and My Happy Place
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In 2018, the Spice Girls announced another reunion tour. The Spice World – 2019 Tour took place in 2019 across the UK and Ireland.
The same year, Emma released her fourth solo album, My Happy Place. The album included new songs and covers of some of her favorite tracks. It featured duets with her partner Jade Jones and singer Robbie Williams. In December 2019, she performed her own Christmas show at the famous Royal Albert Hall in London.
Other Work
Television and Radio
Emma has had a long career in television and radio. She has been a judge on talent shows like Dancing on Ice in the UK and Boy Band in the US. She has also appeared in TV shows like Absolutely Fabulous and was the voice of Mama Bear in the UK version of the animated movie Smallfoot.
From 2013 to 2018, she co-hosted the popular Heart Breakfast radio show in London. She continues to host her own show on Heart Radio every Sunday evening.
Charity Work
Emma is known for her work with charities. She has supported UNICEF and the BBC's Children in Need appeal. In 2014, she traveled to Africa with UNICEF to help with their work to protect mothers and babies from disease. She is also a patron of the Chickenshed theatre company, which works with people of all abilities.
Personal Life
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Emma Bunton has been in a relationship with singer Jade Jones since 2004. The couple got engaged in 2011 and married in July 2021. They have two sons, born in 2007 and 2011.
Emma is the godmother to fellow Spice Girl Geri Halliwell's daughter, Bluebell Madonna. She is also a fan of the Tottenham Hotspur football club.
Discography
- A Girl Like Me (2001)
- Free Me (2004)
- Life in Mono (2006)
- My Happy Place (2019)
Images for kids
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Bunton at a photoshoot for her Argos fashion line in 2014
See also
In Spanish: Emma Bunton para niños
