Mel B is officially Mrs. McPhee as she wed stylist Rory McPhee in a glamorous star-studded ceremony in central London.
The ceremony is taking place in the OBE Chapel, also known as St. Faith's Chapel, a chapel located in the crypt of St. Paul's Cathedral in London. Huge arrangements of white flowers were seen being positioned at the cathedral entrance before guests arrived.
Staff worked to complete the elegant floral set-up before the bridal party arrived. The atmosphere outside was one of excitement as passersby gathered to catch a glimpse of the guests.
© GC ImagesA mini-Spice Girls reunion
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© Max MumbyFellow Spice Girl, Emma Bunton, 49, was among the invited guests. She looked lovely in a pink dress and matching pink hat.
Emma was the only fellow Spice Girl in attendance at Mel B's wedding, as Victoria Beckham, Geri Halliwell-Horner and Mel C all missed the service.
Earlier in the day, Mel was seen outside a luxury London hotel ahead of her big moment. Dressed in her signature leopard print, she paired a white top with casual sliders and oversized sunglasses.
She looked relaxed as she took a phone call and chatted with friends, keeping a low profile before the afternoon event.
Famous faces among the invited guests
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© Max MumbyComedian Tom Allen was also invited and looked delighted to be part of Mel B's happy day.
Victoria shared a message on Instagram instead, congratulating Mel and Rory on their big day. Alongside a glamorous photo of her and Mel together, she wrote: "Congratulations @officialmelb @rorymcphee on your special day! I couldn't be more excited for you both and wish you a lifetime of happiness! kisses xx."
She later added: "@rorymcphee is a very lucky man! xx."
Geri Horner absent amid tension rumours
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© GettyGeri is not attending the ceremony, reportedly due to ongoing tensions between her and Mel.
Neither party has addressed the reason publicly, but the absence has not gone unnoticed.
The Spice Girls last reunited publicly in 2019 for a UK tour. Since then, Mel has hinted in interviews that not all band members are in regular contact.
Grand setting for a celebrity wedding
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© Max MumbyLisa Snowdon, 53, looked resplendent in a flowing pink dress with her financé, George Smart.
St Paul's Cathedral is among the most prestigious venues in the UK. It famously hosted the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana in 1981.
Mel's decision to hold her wedding at the historic site marks a grand and traditional turn for the pop star, known for her bold and modern persona.
The ceremony is expected to be attended by close friends and family, though details of the guest list remain closely guarded.
Guests serenaded during emotional ceremony
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© GettyInside the ceremony at St Paul's Cathedral, emotions ran high as Mel and Rory exchanged vows. According to guests, the atmosphere was moving from the very beginning.
"Everybody was singing," said one attendee, describing the moment Emma Bunton performed Let Love Lead the Way during the service. The performance reportedly brought many to tears.
"It was beautiful," said another guest, while a third added: "Emotional."
Even after the couple had said their vows, the mood remained celebratory and heartfelt. Model Cara Delevingne, who was among the celebrity guests, shared her thoughts as she left the cathedral: "It was a very emotional celebration."
Spice Girls classics on the move
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Following the service, guests were invited to board a classic red London double-decker bus. The festive transport was fitted with a miniature red carpet at its entrance and played Spice Girls songs as it made its way through the city.
The joyful nod to Mel’s pop career kept spirits high as guests made their way to the next stage of the day. One onlooker said the bus was “a real moment” and brought smiles to everyone nearby.
Rory and Mel's relationship timeline
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© InstagramMel confirmed her engagement to Rory, 37, in 2022, revealing the news in an interview where she described him as "the love of her life."
The couple had reportedly been together for over three years before getting engaged. Mel praised Rory for his support, especially in the years following her public divorce from Stephen Belafonte.
Rory, a hair stylist from Leeds, is known to have worked with various celebrities. He and Mel reportedly bonded over mutual friends and a shared love of music and fashion.
Mel's new chapter
© InstagramMel has spoken openly about her hopes for the future and how this relationship has helped her heal from past trauma.
The pair have kept their relationship largely private, but Mel has shared occasional updates with fans, including glimpses into their travels and celebrations.
