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The Girl in the Band

Bardot – A Cautionary Tale

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The Girl in the Band

By: Belinda Chapple, Bianca Ross
Narrated by: Belinda Chapple
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This is the story Bardot’s Belinda Chapple has wanted to tell for twenty years—a cautionary tale of exploitation and heartbreak.

In 2000, millions of Australians tuned in to watch Popstars, one of the world’s first reality television competitions, in which five girls were selected from thousands to become members of a new band: Bardot. And Belinda Chapple signed a contract that would turn her life upside down.

Bardot shot straight to fame and Belinda spent the following three years relentlessly rehearsing, recording and touring. The band released two very successful albums, a slew of hit singles, and performed on world stages to thousands of adoring fans.

But Belinda discovered that the life of a popstar could be lonely, and it came with consequences she never saw coming. The impact on her body image was disastrous, and it was impossible to maintain romantic relationships, but at least she had her fellow band members to turn to for support … or so she thought.

The Girl in the Band is a behind-the-curtains look at the ruthlessness of the entertainment industry. Belinda Chapple’s story will resonate with anyone who’s given up everything for a dream, only to have it shatter around them.

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©2023 Belinda Chapple (P)2023 Simon & Schuster Audio Biographies & Memoirs Entertainment & Celebrities Celebrity Heartfelt
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Such a good memoir, giving, in great detail, the inner workings of the early days of reality TV and giving Belinda’s perspective on Bardot and Popstars and the dark side of the music industry. Could not stop listening.

Amazing memoir revealing the backstage world of reality TV

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Great listen. Sorry for your struggle. looks like you recovered well. Put your faith in Jesus. Contine to use your gifts, you deserve the best. Cheers

God bless Belinda

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Nothing really outstanding in this story, they worked hard and were ripped off. Nothing new. I expected much more

Boring As

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