Monday, June 1, 1998 Published at 13:37 GMT 14:37 UK
Spice split 'could cost millions'
The five become four - in Oslo before Geri's split was confirmed
Legal experts are predicting that Geri Halliwell's decision to leave the Spice Girls will cost them millions of pounds.
Sponsorship deals featuring the former five some could now be in jeopardy and companies may sue to recover their money.
From pop group to brand name
At the peak of their success the Spice Girls appealed to almost everyone, from the very young who liked their catchy songs to older girls who identified with their girl power message. This is why they were so attractive to companies looking to make their image more attractive.
Mr Stephens said: "That is going to cost a lot of money and someone's going to have to pay for it. It sure as hell won't be the brands that have paid for the money for the endorsement."
Geri to buy her way out
Mr Stephens predicted that legal matters in the band would already have been sorted out, with Geri Halliwell relinquishing her share of the right to the Spice Girls name for a continuing share of any contracts that were signed when she was a member of the band.
The girl who found fame as Ginger Spice is also likely to continue to earn money from Spice Girl song royalties for many years to come.
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