Hopes for a highly anticipated Little Mix reunion have been firmly dashed following Jesy Nelson's candid and heartbreaking revelations in her new documentary. Fans of the popular girl group had been optimistic after Nelson suggested the long-running feud with her former bandmates was over, but recent reports indicate her frank comments have reopened old wounds.
Fans' Optimism Turns to Disappointment
Little Mix enthusiasts had been eagerly anticipating a potential reunion after Jesy Nelson, 34, publicly acknowledged that the six-year feud with Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards, and Jade Thirlwall had ended. Nelson revealed that her former bandmates had reached out to her privately, sparking widespread speculation about a possible reconciliation and musical comeback.
Documentary Revelations Create New Tensions
Despite the initial positive developments, Nelson's new documentary series "Life After Little Mix" has reportedly created fresh tensions within the group. In the Prime Video production, Nelson speaks openly about her mental health struggles during her time with the band, including a secret suicide attempt shortly before her departure.
The singer described feeling "broken" and admitted to being a "miserable b****" to work with as the pressures of fame became overwhelming. She revealed feeling dismissed and alone when attempting to open up to her bandmates about her struggles, stating "I just felt like no one cared."
Bandmates Reportedly Saddened by Comments
According to sources speaking to The Sun, Nelson's candid revelations have left her former bandmates "saddened" and have "opened up a can of worms." The documentary and subsequent backlash have reportedly brought up difficult memories and bad feelings from the past.
A source explained: "Jesy's confession has obviously opened up a can of worms for the girls. The documentary itself and the backlash that has followed, has brought up a lot of bad feeling from the past. It's been upsetting for the girls, but they are focused on their solo careers and the future now."
Complicated Exit and Communication Breakdown
Nelson also addressed the circumstances surrounding her departure from Little Mix six years ago, revealing that lawyers informed the band of her decision before she could explain herself personally. "I didn't get my opportunity to explain why I couldn't do this anymore," she said in the documentary.
The singer acknowledged she could have handled her exit better, while also revealing that management had suggested the group would need a therapist present for any meeting about her departure. This communication breakdown has contributed to the lingering tensions between the former bandmates.
Personal Growth and Advocacy Work
Away from the music industry drama, Nelson has been focusing on personal growth and advocacy work. She recently started a petition on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) that has surpassed 100,000 signatures and will now be presented to Parliament.
In an emotional Instagram video celebrating this milestone, Nelson expressed her gratitude to supporters: "I cannot actually put into words how grateful I am that this moment has just happened right here. And it is all thanks to you guys. Thank you to every single person that took time out of their day to sign this petition."
The singer, who has been navigating the health issues of her twins, added that her children have "made me the person I always wanted to be" and expressed optimism about creating change for the SMA community.
Moving Forward Separately
While fans may have hoped for a Little Mix reunion, all indications suggest the former band members are now firmly focused on their separate paths. Nelson continues to work on her advocacy efforts and personal healing, while Pinnock, Edwards, and Thirlwall are reportedly concentrating on their solo careers.
The documentary revelations have made it clear that while the public feud may have ended, the emotional wounds and complex history between the former bandmates remain significant obstacles to any potential musical reunion in the foreseeable future.
