Emma Bunton Net Worth

What is Emma Bunton's Net Worth?

Emma Bunton is a British pop singer who has a net worth of $30 million. Emma Bunton rose to international fame in the mid-1990s as "Baby Spice," one-fifth of the iconic British girl group the Spice Girls. With her youthful image, blonde pigtails, and bubbly charm, she helped the group become a global pop phenomenon. The Spice Girls' 1996 debut single, "Wannabe," topped the charts in 37 countries and was followed by massive commercial success with albums like "Spice" and "Spiceworld," which sold tens of millions of copies worldwide. Bunton contributed vocals to many of the group's biggest hits, including "Say You'll Be There," "2 Become 1," and "Stop." Their brand of "girl power" and bold personalities made them cultural trailblazers of the late '90s.

After the Spice Girls disbanded in the early 2000s, Bunton pursued a solo music career. She released three solo albums: "A Girl Like Me" (2001), which featured the UK No. 1 single "What Took You So Long?"; "Free Me" (2004), which received praise for its retro-Motown vibe; and "Life in Mono" (2006). Though her solo career never reached the heights of her Spice Girls fame, she maintained a steady presence in British pop culture.

Outside of music, Bunton built a diverse media career. She has served as a radio presenter on Heart FM, a TV personality and judge on shows like "Dancing on Ice" and "Boy Band," and appeared in acting roles, including a part in the film "Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie." She also took part in several Spice Girls reunion tours, most notably in 2007–2008 and 2019, both of which were huge commercial successes.

In addition to her entertainment career, Bunton has launched a children's clothing line and co-founded the sustainable baby brand Kit & Kin. Throughout her career, she has remained a beloved pop culture figure in the UK and beyond.

Early Life

Emma Lee Bunton was born on January 21, 1976, in Finchley, London, England. Initially raised by a milkman and karate instructor, Emma watched her parents split up at the age of 11. From that point onwards, she lived with her mother and grew up alongside her younger brother. During her early years, she attended an art school and befriended actress and producer Keeley Hawes. Before getting into music, Bunton pursued a career as an actress, briefly appearing in shows like "EastEnders," "The Bill," and "To Play the King." She also appeared in a film published by the British government about firework safety.

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Spice Girls

Bunton's true entertainment career began in 1994 when she responded to an advertisement for a new musical group. Among the other 400 applicants were Melanie C, Mel B, Geri Halliwell, and Victoria Beckham. While these other women won places, Bunton was initially sidelined. The first choice was Michelle Stephenson, but she was replaced with a woman called Abigail Kis. Finally, Kis was replaced by Bunton, forming the group that we all know today.

Initially, the Spice Girls were represented by Heart Management, although they quickly parted ways with this organization due to contract disputes. They then connected with Simon Fuller, who signed them to a contract in 1995 through his company, 19 Entertainment. That year, the group also signed a record deal with Virgin Records. While touring the United States, the Spice Girls worked on their debut album.

In 1996, the Spice Girls released their debut single, "Wannabe." This instantly elevated Bunton and the rest of the group to worldwide fame, as it proved to be a chart-topping hit in 34 countries. It later became the most commercially successful single by an all-female group. The Spice Girls continued to release very popular hits over the next few years and released equally popular albums such as "Spice," "Spiceworld," and "Forever." Some of the most notable hits from these albums included "Who Do You Think You Are," "Spice Up Your Life," and "Stop."

During this time, Bunton also ventured into other musical pursuits. She recorded a song for a Pokémon film in 1998 and also contributed to Melanie B's single "Sophisticated Lady." After the release of "Forever" in 2000, the Spice Girls stopped recording new music and focused on advancing their solo careers.

In 2001, Emma Bunton released her debut solo album, "A Girl Like Me," through Virgin Records. It peaked at number four on the UK album charts. It also contained the hit single "What Took You So Long?," which debuted at number one on the UK singles charts. However, this success was short-lived, and Emma's album quickly descended down the rankings. Still, Bunton managed to receive gold certification for the album, selling more than 125,000 units in the UK alone. However, these numbers were not encouraging for Virgin Records, and the company terminated her contract in 2002.

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Simon Fuller then agreed to sign her to a new contract via his company, 19 Recordings. She then released her second album, "Free Me," in 2004. This was praised by critics for its Motown influences, and Bunton earned a gold certification once again. "Free Me" included singles like "Maybe" and "I'll Be There," which charted well and proved popular at dance clubs. During this period, Emma appeared in a Bollywood film called "Chocolate: Deep Dark Secrets."

By 2006, Emma had begun to veer more towards television opportunities. She competed in "Strictly Come Dancing," reaching the semi-final and placing third with her partner, Darren Bennett. She then re-emerged in the music scene, releasing the well-received charity single "Downtown" before coming out with her third studio album, "Life in Mono." Unfortunately, this latest effort failed to chart within the top 10 on the charts.

In 2007, the Spice Girls announced plans to tour once again, each receiving about 10 million pounds from the endeavor. They also released a greatest hits album during this period. Over the next few years, Bunton continued to perform with the Spice Girls in concerts, musicals, and Olympic ceremonies. She also continued to pursue her own solo career and entertainment career.

Real Estate

In 1999, Emma Bunton purchased a penthouse in Hampstead, London, for 1.6 million pounds. She later experienced issues with her neighbors, who accused her of creating excessive amounts of noise. Later, it was reported that she and her partner, Jade Jones, had purchased a home together in Barnet, London.

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