Former Spice Girl Emma Bunton is pregnant with her second child, she confirmed.

The singer, 33, told fans the news on micro-blogging website Twitter.

She wrote: “So our family grows, we are SO excited to announce we’re having our 2nd baby and Beau’s wish for a brother or sister has come true! Xxxxxxx”

The star, who gave birth to son Beau in August 2007, rose to fame as Baby Spice in the chart-topping girl group.

The band had nine number one singles before splitting up in 2000.

A musical based on the group’s songs, called Viva Forever, is being made by the people behind Mamma Mia!

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