The Girls Aloud phenomenon began right back in the summer of 2002 when ITV launched Popstars: The Rivals in order to find a girl group and a boy band who would compete for the Christmas number one. Hit producer Pete Waterman, ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and Westlife manager Louis Walsh were recruited as judges, whilst Davina McCall became the shows main presenter. In a matter of weeks, thousands of young hopefuls auditioned to become part of one of the two groups. Unfortunately, only 100 could be taken to the next round of auditions, meaning many contestants' dreams came crashing down very early on. However, the ones that did make it continued to impress their way through dancing and singing rounds until just 10 remained and them public took control. But before then two of the female finalists were replaced. Hazel was too old for the show, whilst Nicola Ward refused to sign the contract and walked out. And it's a good thing they did, because that gave Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh a chance to impress the voters. One by one the final ten of each gender where voted off the show...Read the full biography »
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