PUSSYCAT DOLLS: BAND IN TALKS TO REFORM

Rumours of a long-awaited comeback are swirling once again as The Pussycat Dolls are reportedly in talks to reunite, and this time, insiders say the discussions are further along than fans might think. The chart-topping girl group, who dominated the mid-2000s with hits like Don’t Cha, Buttons, and When I Grow Up, could finally be preparing to return to the stage after more than a decade apart.

The latest spark came from Kimberly Wyatt, one of the group’s most recognisable members, who is said to have told friends that the Dolls have “ironed out their differences” and are ready to give their reunion another try. According to The Sun, Kimberly has been open about the group being in a much better place emotionally and professionally than in previous years, suggesting that any lingering tensions have now been resolved. This marks a significant shift from the internal conflicts that halted their 2020 comeback plans.

A source revealed: “Kimberly has been open about the fact the girls have sorted out their issues.” The insider added that the group have been speaking more openly about the possibility of hitting the road once again, saying: “She also told pals they’ve been discussing a tour.” While talks remain ongoing, excitement is quietly building behind the scenes.

Formed in 2003, The Pussycat Dolls originally started as a burlesque-inspired performance troupe before evolving into one of the biggest girl groups of the 2000s. The lineup, Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts, Kimberly Wyatt, Carmit Bachar, Jessica Sutta, and Melody Thornton, quickly found international success. Their slick choreography, polished pop-R&B sound, and fierce image helped them sell millions of records and become a defining act of the era.

A source said: ‘Kimberly has been open about the fact the girls have sorted out their issues’ - Credit: instagram.com/pussycatdolls

However, success also brought tension. Internal disagreements, creative frustrations, and the pressures of the industry ultimately led to the group’s separation in 2010. Although a long-overdue reunion was announced in late 2019, complete with a performance on The X Factor, their planned 2020 world tour was abandoned as the COVID-19 pandemic brought the live music industry to a standstill. Legal and personal disputes that surfaced in the aftermath stalled any hopes for an immediate regrouping.

Now, with time passed and emotions settled, the prospect of a full comeback feels more realistic than at any point in recent years. For fans, many of whom followed the group through their chart-topping rise in the early 2000s, the idea of seeing the Dolls perform together again is a nostalgic treat that could draw massive interest.

Industry insiders believe a reunion tour would be hugely successful, especially given the resurgence of 00s nostalgia and the current trend of major pop acts reuniting for anniversary shows. With demand for live concerts still high and a loyal fan base spanning multiple generations, the timing couldn’t be better.

While no official announcement has been made, early signs appear promising. If the group can finalise their discussions and align their schedules, The Pussycat Dolls may soon be preparing for one of the most anticipated comeback tours of the decade. For now, fans are keeping their fingers crossed, and watching closely.