The girl group were a worldwide success and last toured in 2019
Spice Girls remembered Paul Roberts, their choreographer for the 2019 tour(Image: Instagram)
Spice Girls paid tribute to their late choreographer Paul Roberts who died aged 52 following a battle with cancer.
The hit English girl group formed in 1994 and consisted of members Mel B (“Scary Spice”), Melanie C (“Sporty Spice”), Emma Bunton (“Baby Spice”), Geri Halliwell (“Ginger Spice”), and Victoria Beckham (“Posh Spice”).
They sold over 100 million records worldwide and even released a feature film, Spice World, in 1997.
At the end of 2000, they decided to go on hiatus to focus on their solo careers but have reunited over the years for various tours.
This included the Spice World — 2019 UK Tour, where the rest of the group performed without Victoria Beckham.
Spice girls recently paid tribute to their late choreographer Paul Roberts, following his death aged 52.
They took to social media to praise the “incredibly talented” Paul, who worked with the girl group on their 2019 tour.
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Spice Girls posted: “@_paul_roberts was an integral part of our 2019 tour. His creativity, passion and joy for life was evident throughout our shows. As well as being incredibly talented, Paul was simply a wonderful person.
“He radiated happiness and positivity. We were all lucky to know him and share friendships beyond the tour.
“We are deeply saddened by his passing and are sending love to his husband @thephilgriffin and all of Paul’s family and friends at this very difficult time. We will miss you Paul [heart emoji]”
Paul’s husband Phil replied to the post: “Paul loved every moment with each of you and Loves you all from that other place still x thank you for always keeping him close
“This speaks from his heart, but in your words: Viva forever, I’ll be waiting everlasting, like the sun / Live forever, for the moment / Ever searching for the one’ (sic)”.
Phil had previously announced Paul’s death from cancer, as he took to his Instagram to confirm the news.
At the time, he penned: “On the evening of 26th September 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer, Paul passed away gently at home, surrounded by his family. His departure, much like his life, was filled with grace”.