Girl groups where are they now?
The Boswell Sisters and
the Andrews Sisters charted in the 1930s, but the popularity of
girl groups really started taking off
in the 1950s. Where are some of those trailblazing females today?
The SupremesDiana Ross & the Supremes stormed the pop charts in the '60s. Their story was said to inspire a hit
Broadway musical.
Diana Ross (
watch clips)
Wilson PhillipsTheir 1990 debut album spawned three No. 1 hits, but
Wilson Phillips decided to disband in 1992. While
Carnie Wilson has remained in the public eye, with
this live video and her appearance
on this show,
Chynna Phillips and
Wendy Wilson are both enjoying quiet married lives.
Destiny's ChildFormed in 1997,
Destiny's Child split in 2006 so its members could pursue solo projects. Though they're often compared to a modern-day Supremes, superstar front woman
Beyoncé is the only member currently enjoying solo success.
Spice GirlsWhile
reunion rumors have been rampant ever since the
Spice Girls disbanded in 2001, they've all embarked on solo careers.
The Bangles musicAfter scoring hits in the '80s,
the Bangles broke up in 1988, only to reunite in 2000. They are reportedly working on a new album.
KlymaxxFormed in 1979,
Klymaxx worked with these
well-known producers. They broke up in 1990, with five members reuniting in 2003 on
this TV show TLC bandFormed in 1991,
TLC disbanded for good in 2002, shortly after
one member's death.
Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas became known as the girl to whom
this artist is confessing on his hit album.
The Pointer SistersThe Pointer Sisters had the most success when it featured Ruth, June and Anita in the '80s.
The RunawaysThe Runaways are a major influence on female rock bands to this day. Original members
Lita Ford and
Joan Jett enjoyed commercial solo success and continue to perform.
Sister SledgeFormed by four siblings in 1972,
Sister Sledge hasn't had a charting single
since 1982, but their
most popular song is still heard everywhere.
The Go-Go'sFormed in 1978,
the Go-Go's broke up and reunited many times. They recently announced
an anniversary tour. Lead singer
Belinda Carlisle enjoyed solo success,
The RonettesProduced by
this music icon (and current convict),
the Ronettes formed in 1960 and broke up in 1966.
BananaramaFormed as a trio in the UK in 1979,
Bananarama continues to perform as a duo. One of their biggest hits was
this tune.
En Vogue
These darlings of the early '90s had several chart-topping hits,
including this tune with edgy lyrics.
En Vogue officially reunited in 2010 and is said to be working on a new album.
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