Pop star looks unrecognisable from her band days – but can you guess who it is?

Fans hardly recognized Jo O’Meara, the powerful voice of S Club 7, when she was spotted on a quiet dog walk recently. The glitzy outfits and bright blonde hair of her early 2000s fame were replaced with a simple coat, glasses, and a calm demeanor.

Now 43, Jo seems more grounded than ever, embracing a slower pace of life while gearing up for a long-awaited comeback. Her beloved group, S Club 7, is reuniting to celebrate 25 years since their debut, bringing back the feel-good pop energy fans adored.

“Those songs were pure joy,” said a source close to the band. “People of all ages are excited to relive that era.”

Jo’s return, however, comes after years of struggle. A severe back injury that began during her time in the group resurfaced, forcing her to undergo four major surgeries to repair a slipped disc.

“The pain was like being shot,” Jo recalled. “There were moments I truly believed I’d never perform again.”

Despite doctors warning she might never dance, Jo refused to surrender. Through daily therapy and persistence, she’s learned to appreciate life’s simplest moments. “Just walking my dogs feels like a blessing,” she shared.

For Jo, the reunion represents far more than nostalgia — it’s about recovery, resilience, and rediscovering happiness. “I’m taking each day as it comes,” she said. “Getting back on that stage will mean the world.”