Emma Bunton, Mel B, Mel C and Geri Horner worked with the late choreographer Paul Roberts on their Spice Girls reunion tour in 2019, and the band have paid tribute to him this week
The Spice Girls have paid tribute to Paul Roberts following the news that the choreographer died, aged 52, last week. They have said that he “radiated happiness and positivity” in a post about him on social media today.
Paul worked on their reunion tour in 2019, which included Emma Bunton, Geri Horner, Mel B and Mel C, with Victoria Beckham not part of the line-up. It was their first tour in more than a decade and is their most recent to date.
The late choreographer also collaborated with acts like One Direction and Katy Perry over the course of his 20-year career, as reported by PA. His death was confirmed by his partner Phil Griffin at the weekend.
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In a post on Instagram, the Spice Girls said Paul was an “integral part” of the tour six years ago. The statement added: “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 [Phil Griffin] and all of Paul’s family and friends at this very difficult time. We will miss you Paul.”
The post included several photos from the tour. Fans paid tribute in the comments section, with one person reacting to the Spice Girls’ post today: “Thank you Paul for creating such amazing memories for all of us, you will be missed.”
Another said: “So sorry for your loss girls.” A third person commented: “RIP.” Sharing their thoughts, someone else wrote in their response: “So sorry to hear this sad news.”
Posting about the tour in 2019, Paul said that he was “honoured” to be involved. He wrote at the time: “Over the last few months a league of extraordinary humans have grafted & crafted a new world for these iconic and rather fabulous ladies to live in. Tonight we celebrate. To say I am honoured and proud to be a part of it all is an understatement.”
Paul spent five years with One Direction as the group’s staging director, designing their show tracks for works in film, stadium and television. He was recently working with The Who’s Pete Townshend on his Quadrophenia ballet.
In the post announcing his death, Phil said: “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.”
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Source: Mirror
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