Mel B, also known as Scary Spice from the Spice Girls, rose to international fame in 1996 as part of the iconic girl group. While she has retreated somewhat from the spotlight since the 90s, Mel B has remained a subject of interest due to revelations about her personal life, particularly her tumultuous marriage and subsequent struggles.
In her 2018 memoir, “Brutally Honest,” Mel B opened up about her rocky marriage to Stephen Belafonte, a film and television producer, detailing emotional, physical, verbal, and financial abuse she endured during their 10-year marriage. The divorce settlement required her to pay Belafonte $350,000 plus $5,000 a month in child support for their daughter, which led to financial hardships for Mel B.
In 2019, Mel B was forced to move back into her mother’s home in Leeds, leaving California due to her financial situation. Despite these challenges, she has managed to save up enough money to buy her own home, a milestone she once thought was out of reach. She is also engaged to hairstylist Rory McPhee and is planning to get married at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London.
In addition to her personal life, Mel B has remained active in the entertainment industry, participating in a Spice Girls reunion tour, appearing on shows like “The Circle,” and making headlines for calling out James Corden. Despite the ups and downs, Mel B seems to be in a more positive place and is looking forward to the future.
