Little Mix's Jade hints at potential group reunion following Jesy Nelson's motherhood, years after their conflict.
Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall fuels reunion speculation with BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend performance
Amidst the rumors of a possible Little Mix reunion, Jade Thirlwall took the stage solo for the first time, setting hearts aflutter at the BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend in Liverpool. During her performance, Thirlwall subtly hinted at a reunion, altering the lyrics to Little Mix's "Wasabi" to "It's a hiatus!," further fueling hope for fans.
Thirlwall's set included a medley of the band's popular hits, such as "Shout Out to My Ex," "Sweet Melody," and "Touch," which ignited widespread excitement. Speaking to the audience, Thirlwall expressed her deep appreciation for the band, stating, "I love the Little Mix girls with all my heart. If it weren't for them, I wouldn't be here today on my own."
Officially, the band has been on hiatus since 2022, two years after Jesy Nelson departed due to mental health struggles. Nelson, who recently welcomed premature twin girls with partner Zion Foster, is not expected to join any potential reunion.
The band's split became charged in 2020, when Nelson was accused of blackfishing on her first solo single, "Boyz" featuring Nicki Minaj. Nelson vehemently denied the allegations, but the remaining members, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards, and Thirlwall, unfollowed her on social media.
Since then, Nelson and her former bandmates have reportedly stopped communicating, with Nelson confirming this in 2021. The complexities of Nelson's journey into motherhood will be explored in her upcoming Prime Video documentary, "Jesy Nelson: Life After Little Mix."
With Jade Thirlwall's recent performance and hints of a reunion, fans remain optimistic, although the details and timing are as yet uncertain.
Fans worldwide are eagerly waiting to see if Little Mix's hiatus will turn into a comeback, inspired by Jade Thirlwall's performance at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend. Despite Jesy Nelson's absence due to mental health struggles and her busy parenting life, rumors around a reunion have become increasingly prevalent. In the meantime, the intricate dynamics of Nelson's journey, including the blackfishing controversy and her strained relationships with her former bandmates, are set to be delved into through her upcoming Prime Video documentary.
