Alan Cumming had a memorable experience working with the Spice Girls on the set of Spice World in 1997. He credits Geri Halliwell, also known as Ginger Spice, for helping him land the role in the film. Cumming recalls how Halliwell connected with him after watching his performance in a production of Hamlet shortly after her father's passing. This connection led to Cumming being cast in the Spice Girls' movie.
Reflecting on his time on set, Cumming describes it as a fun and enjoyable experience. He fondly remembers learning the Spice Girls' dance moves between takes and forming strong friendships with the group. Despite the passage of time, Cumming has remained on good terms with Halliwell and the other Spice Girls.
Cumming acknowledges the impact of working with the Spice Girls at what he considers the peak of their success. He describes them as being at their prime during that period. The actor appreciates the diverse range of projects he has been involved in throughout his career, highlighting the excitement of exploring different mediums and genres.
Looking ahead, Cumming is set to star in a one-man show titled Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age after wrapping up his hosting duties on The Traitors. He expresses a preference for live performances, citing the immediate and primal connection with the audience as a significant draw for him.
As for The Traitors, new episodes are released on Peacock on Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET. Cumming addresses the interest in casting a Spice Girl on the show but emphasizes the importance of following proper channels for such opportunities, discouraging direct messages for casting inquiries.
