music
March 29, 2026
Nicole and Natalie Appleton look back: ‘She was my home away from home during the craziness of All Saints’
The singers and sisters on growing up in west London, finding fame in the 90s and relaunching their music as a duo
TL;DR
- Nicole and Natalie Appleton, formerly of All Saints, are discussing their lives and careers.
- They grew up in London, sharing childhood memories of playing outside and riding bikes.
- Both sisters attended Sylvia Young Theatre School, where they met other future stars like Emma Bunton.
- Nicole was scouted for a band, which eventually led to the formation of All Saints with Natalie, Shaznay Lewis, and Melanie Blatt.
- All Saints achieved significant success in the late 90s with hits like 'Never Ever' and 'Pure Shores'.
- The band split in 2001, and the sisters briefly pursued music as the duo Appleton.
- They have since reunited with All Saints for multiple albums.
- Their new single as Appleton, 'Falling Into You', is now available.
- The sisters maintain a very close relationship, speaking daily and supporting each other.
- Nicole's son encouraged her and Natalie to make music together again.