The return of the Pussycat Dolls seemed like an event tailored to thrill fans of the 2000s. However, behind the excitement generated by the announcement of a worldwide tour named PCD Forever Tour and a new song, Club Song, an unexpected controversy has tarnished the group’s image. While Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts, and Kimberly Wyatt confirmed their comeback as a trio, a key figure was missing – Carmit Bachar. Apparently, her absence was not a shared decision.
Carmit Bachar was sidelined by the Pussycat Dolls without being informed. She expressed her discontent on Instagram, stating that she was never informed about the group’s plans and learned about them at the same time as the public. She emphasized her role in the group’s creation and expressed a desire for direct communication.
In another post on Instagram, Bachar asserted her identity as a Pussycat Doll, seemingly in response to her exclusion. Despite the deep personal significance of the group to her, she is focusing on new musical projects and moving forward with positivity and determination.
Tensions within the Pussycat Dolls are not new, as highlighted on the Today show where the trio justified their new lineup, stating that formations evolve, and this is what it is in 2026. This attempt to deflect the discomfort does not erase the history of marginalization experienced by Carmit Bachar, dating back to previous incidents in 2022.
The recent history of the Pussycat Dolls has been far from smooth, with a failed reunion attempt in 2019 and subsequent challenges leading to the definitive abandonment in 2022. Behind the scenes, conflicts between members and legal disputes have marked the group’s journey, which was finally resolved through a confidential agreement in 2025.
