Melanie Brown, popularly known as Mel B or Scary Spice, officially tied the knot with her longtime partner and hairstylist Rory McPhee in a beautiful ceremony held on July 5, 2025, at The Crypt, St Paul’s Cathedral in London.
Melanie Brown, popularly known as Mel B or Scary Spice, officially tied the knot with her longtime partner and hairstylist Rory McPhee in a beautiful ceremony held on July 5, 2025, at The Crypt, St Paul’s Cathedral in London.
The 50-year-old pop icon, who rose to global stardom as part of the iconic girl group Spice Girls, walked down the aisle in a stunning white gown, surrounded by close friends, family, and a few select celebrity guests. The historic venue, nestled beneath one of London’s most celebrated cathedrals, provided a dramatic and elegant backdrop to the star-studded affair.
However, what has caught fans and media outlets by surprise isn’t just the glitz and glam of the event—but the conspicuous absence of most of her Spice Girls bandmates.
Only Emma Bunton (a.k.a. Baby Spice) was present at the ceremony, showing support for her longtime friend in a chic pastel ensemble. Meanwhile, Victoria Beckham, Geri Halliwell, and Melanie Chisholm (Mel C) were notably absent, sparking renewed speculation about the state of their relationships and the possibility (or impossibility) of a full Spice Girls reunion.
The wedding reception was held at the ultra-luxurious Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, where guests were treated to panoramic views of the London skyline, a custom-designed wedding cake, and a musical celebration that paid subtle tribute to Mel B’s pop legacy. The couple reportedly shared their first dance to a reimagined version of “2 Become 1,” a nostalgic nod to Mel B’s past.
Sources close to the bride suggested that personal schedules and long-standing private tensions may have contributed to the limited Spice Girls turnout. Despite previous attempts at reunions—including a successful 2019 UK tour without Victoria Beckham—hopes for a full-fledged comeback have often met with mixed results.
Still, Mel B’s wedding marks a significant moment in her personal journey. The singer has spoken openly about past struggles and has described Rory McPhee as her “rock” and biggest supporter.
Fans across the globe have taken to social media to congratulate the couple while reigniting calls for a proper Spice Girls reunion, especially with the group nearing the 30th anniversary of their debut.
As the celebrations continue privately, one thing is clear: Mel B is stepping into a new chapter—fierce, fabulous, and forever Scary Spice.