Overview
- Chisholm, which spoke on The Mitch Churi Chat Show on Tuesday, said people long assumed she was gay because of her sporty clothes and short hair but that such assumptions were wrong.
- She told host Mitch Churi she does not mind the LGBTQ+ support the Spice Girls received yet found it ‘‘a bit s–t’’ that people used appearance to declare someone’s sexuality.
- Chisholm reiterated the group’s deep ties to queer audiences, saying the rumours helped the Spice Girls build an ‘‘incredible following in the LGBTQ+ community’’ that became larger than the band itself.
- The remarks restate positions she made in a 2022 Attitude interview where she called the stereotype that looks equal sexual orientation ‘‘very rude’’ and ‘‘extremely offensive.’’
- Chisholm also referenced her personal life in recent interviews, noting her current relationship with Chris Dingwall and her history of performing at Pride events, which she has done repeatedly over the years.