The Pussycat Dolls began their 'PCD Forever' tour in Oslo on Thursday night, with members Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts taking the stage in embellished nude bodystockings. The trio, with ages ranging from 44 to 48, displayed a youthful appearance more than two decades after the band's initial disbandment.
Despite the tour's European launch, the group was compelled to cancel their planned U.S. and Canadian dates due to poor ticket sales, which reportedly left arenas 80 percent empty. Even after reducing ticket prices to $30, organizers could not salvage the North American leg of the tour, leading to the cancellation of 33 shows just a month before their scheduled start in California.
In response to lower-than-expected sales for the upcoming UK shows, ticket prices have been reduced to approximately £37. Ticketmaster is offering a group deal where four tickets can be purchased for £150. The band is scheduled to perform in various UK cities throughout September and October, concluding in London on October 13.
Kimberly Wyatt hinted that this tour might be the last reunion for the group, stating in an interview that performing with the knowledge that it could be their final shows together makes the experience special. She emphasized that the current focus is on embracing their past achievements and accepting who they have become as individuals.
The group's comeback has been accompanied by controversy, notably the exclusion of original members Carmit Bachar, Jessica Sutta, and Melody Thornton. Bachar and Sutta have expressed feeling blindsided by the reunion, with Sutta calling it a "cash grab" and stating she was not contacted about the plans.
For the Oslo performance, the Pussycat Dolls showcased various outfits, including the embellished nude bodystockings and sheer pink costumes. Scherzinger demonstrated flexibility with a standing side split during the show, as the group performed a selection of their hits.