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90s Girlbands Unveil Dark Truths in New BBC Documentary

10/30/2025

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The BBC Two two-part documentary Girlbands Forever reveals confessions from 90s female popstars, including Melanie Blatt and Kerry Katona, with release date November 1.
The series examines pressures faced by girlbands, such as fat-shaming and mental health neglect.
Melanie Blatt claims she was pressured into an abortion during her band's peak.
Kéllé Bryan recalls strict weight control.
Natasha Hamilton discusses the intense pressures of maintaining body image.

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The BBC Two two-part documentary Girlbands Forever reveals confessions from 90s female popstars, including Melanie Blatt and Kerry Katona, with release date November 1.
The series examines pressures faced by girlbands, such as fat-shaming and mental health neglect.
Melanie Blatt claims she was pressured into an abortion during her band's peak.
Kéllé Bryan recalls strict weight control.
Natasha Hamilton discusses the intense pressures of maintaining body image.