Geri Halliwell Biography: Husband, Net Worth, Son, Height, Weight, Age, Instagram, Books, Movies, Songs
November 17, 2024Geri Halliwell, best known as “Ginger Spice” of the Spice Girls, is a singer and songwriter who became a pop culture icon in the 1990s with her bold style and advocacy for “girl power.”
She rose to fame alongside Victoria Beckham, Melanie Brown, Emma Bunton, and Melanie Chisholm in the global pop phenomenon, the Spice Girls.
Known for her energy, red hair, and Union Jack dress, Geri’s role in the band contributed to their massive success and lasting impact on pop culture. After leaving the group in 1998, she launched a solo career and continues to work in music, writing, and television.
Profile
- Full name: Geraldine Estelle Halliwell Horner
- Nickname: Ginger Spice
- Date of birth: August 6, 1972
- Age: 52 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Watford, Hertfordshire, England
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Singer, songwriter, author, actress
- Height: 5 feet 1 inch
- Parents: Laurence Francis Halliwell (father), Ana María Hidalgo (mother)
- Siblings: Max Halliwell, Natalie Halliwell-Jennings
- Spouse: Christian Horner
- Children: Bluebell Madonna Halliwell, Montague George Hector Horner
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: Mixed (English, Swedish, Spanish)
- Net worth: $40 million
Early Life and Education
Geraldine Estelle Halliwell was born on August 6, 1972, in Watford, England. She grew up on a council estate in North Watford and attended Watford Grammar School for Girls. Her father, Laurence, was of English and Swedish descent, while her mother, Ana María, hails from Spain.
After attending Camden School for Girls, Geri worked various jobs, including as a nightclub dancer in Majorca, a television presenter, and a glamour model. The death of her father during her twenties profoundly impacted her, fueling her determination to achieve fame.
Personal Life
Geri married Christian Horner, the Team Principal of the Red Bull Racing Formula One team, in May 2015. The couple, who began dating in 2014, has one son together, Montague George Hector Horner.
Geri’s first child, daughter Bluebell Madonna, was born in 2006 from a previous relationship with screenwriter Sacha Gervasi. She is also a stepmother to Christian’s daughter, Olivia, from a prior relationship. The Halliwell-Horner family resides in England, leading a private life focused on family, spirituality, and community involvement.
Career
Geri’s career skyrocketed in 1994 when she joined the Spice Girls. Their debut album, Spice (1996), sold over 30 million copies worldwide, becoming the best-selling album by a girl group. Singles like Wannabe and 2 Become 1 defined a new era of pop music. Geri’s “girl power” mantra became a symbol of female empowerment.
In 1998, she left the Spice Girls to pursue a solo career. Her debut solo album, Schizophonic (1999), included the hit single Look at Me. Subsequent albums, Scream If You Wanna Go Faster (2001) and Passion (2005), produced popular tracks like It’s Raining Men, which won International Song of the Year at the 2002 NRJ Music Awards.
In addition to music, Geri has authored books, acted in films, and worked as a UN goodwill ambassador, showcasing her versatility.
Awards
- NRJ Music Awards: International Song of the Year (2002) for It’s Raining Men
- Ivor Novello Awards: International Achievement Award (with the Spice Girls)
- Brit Awards: Various nominations as a member of the Spice Girls
Net Worth
Geri Halliwell’s net worth is estimated at $40 million, primarily from her music career with the Spice Girls and as a solo artist. Additional revenue comes from book sales, television appearances, and other ventures.
Social Media
- Instagram: @therealgerihalliwell
- Twitter: @GeriHalliwell
Filmography
- Spice World: The Movie (1997)
- Crank: High Voltage (2009)
- The Spice Girls Story: Viva Forever (2012)
- Guest appearances in Sex and the City, The X Factor, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK
Discography
- Schizophonic (1999)
- Scream If You Wanna Go Faster (2001)
- Passion (2005)
Books
- If Only (1999)
- Ugenia Lavender series (2008)
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