The Girls Aloud sisterhood reunited in style over Easter weekend as they came together to celebrate Nicola Roberts’ upcoming arrival — but while the event looked picture-perfect, fans were quick to notice that not everyone was there.
Nicola, 40, hosted a stunning Bridgerton-themed baby shower, transforming the occasion into a Regency-inspired celebration filled with elegance and charm. Dressed in a gorgeous navy gown, the mum-to-be proudly cradled her growing baby bump as she posed alongside close friend and bandmate Kimberley Walsh.
Kimberley, 44, later shared a series of intimate moments from the day on Instagram, offering fans a glimpse inside the beautifully curated event. In one touching photo, she gently placed her hand on Nicola’s bump as they stood in front of a fireplace, highlighting the deep bond between the two.
Every detail reflected the lavish theme. A place card reading “Lady Kimberley” sat beside an exquisite afternoon tea spread of finger sandwiches and delicate pastries, while a baby grow displayed next to fine china teacups added a playful but fitting nod to the Bridgerton aesthetic.
Kimberley also posted a relaxed mirror selfie from the bathroom, showing off her chic look in a frilled cream top and jeans — a modern contrast to the vintage-inspired celebration.
However, the absence of Cheryl and Nadine Coyle did not go unnoticed. Neither appeared in any of the photos or shared posts about the event, leaving fans questioning whether they attended the special day at all.
The celebration comes just days after Nicola shared an emotional “bump-date” update, revealing she is now safely in her third trimester. She said it had been a little while but confirmed that both she and her baby are doing really well, adding that she feels more excited with each passing day and sending love to other mums-to-be, especially those expecting for the first time.
At around 28 to 29 weeks pregnant, Nicola is now entering the final stages of her pregnancy and is expected to welcome her baby before the summer.
She first announced her pregnancy on Christmas Day, revealing that she and her fiancé Mitch had shared the news with their families. Nicola said it had been the most magical Christmas, explaining they had been keeping a secret and were already five months pregnant, adding that they couldn’t wait to meet their little one in the spring.
Nicola has been dating businessman and semi-professional footballer Mitch since 2022, and the couple got engaged two years later.
The reunion also follows Girls Aloud’s hugely successful 2024 comeback tour, where Nicola, Kimberley, Cheryl and Nadine returned to the stage to celebrate their legacy and honour their late bandmate Sarah Harding, who passed away in 2021 after battling breast cancer.
While the group’s bond still appears strong, this latest reunion has left fans wondering whether everything is as united as it seems — or if some distance may be quietly growing behind the scenes.
