Key Highlights
- Tony Hadley warns Martin Kemp to be himself on “intense” I’m A Celeb.
- The bandmates’ feud dates back to 2017, with Tony leaving Spandau Ballet.
- Both singers have expressed their reasons for not wanting a reunion and the behavior of other band members.
Tony Hadley Warns Martin Kemp on I’m A Celeb: A Feud Continues
Martin Kemp’s stint on “I’m A Celebrity” has reignited tensions with his former bandmate, Tony Hadley. During an appearance on “Loose Women,” Hadley gave a stern warning to Kemp, advising him to stay true to himself for the show.
“Don’t try to be anyone else,” he said, adding that it was “really intense in there.” This advice comes as Martin is currently competing on the reality TV show while Tony prepares for a Christmas tour.
Background of Spandau Ballet’s Split
The band’s split in 2017 marked a significant turning point. Tony announced his departure, stating that he had “no desire to play with them again.” He cited the behavior of other band members as a reason for his decision.
“The band’s behaviour wasn’t that of friends,” Hadley told The Guardian. “There was always one guy who took the brunt of the jokes, and it was mainly singer envy.”
Martin Kemp Reflects on the Band Dynamics
Reflecting on their past, Martin opened up about the dynamics within Spandau Ballet. He suggested that the other band members were jealous of Tony’s success:
“There is always going to be one guy who takes the brunt of the jokes. Now, I’m not saying that Tony was bullied as such but he took all the banter,” Kemp explained.
He expressed regret over how they treated Tony and acknowledged feeling guilty about it:
“I can look back at it now with space, and I don’t like the way we used to group up on Tony. If it was me, I think it would have been too much for me,” Kemp said.
No Reunion in Sight
Despite Martin’s reflections, a reunion seems unlikely given Tony’s firm stance. He previously told The Express that the idea of a reunion “came as news” to him and would not happen:
“They should have thought about things; they should have been a bit nicer,” Hadley said.
Both singers remain at odds, with Tony emphasizing his desire for an honest apology from the band members who left him behind in 1980s pop stardom:
“The only one I’m in touch with is Steve. There’s a very specific reason as to why I left and they’ve never been brave enough to say,” Hadley concluded.
The feud between Martin Kemp and Tony Hadley continues, highlighting the complexities of celebrity friendships and band dynamics even after decades apart.
