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Former Spice Girl Gets Married! Intimate Wedding Attended by All Group Members Except One
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Former Spice Girl Gets Married! Intimate Wedding Attended by All Group Members Except One

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm, known as Mel C, married Australian model Chris Dingwall in a private ceremony.
  • Fellow band members Geri Horner, Melanie Brown, and Emma Bunton attended, while Victoria Beckham designed the wedding dress.
  • The marriage marks a significant shift for Mel C, who previously viewed marriage as an outdated concept, after meeting Dingwall in late 2023.

Melanie Chisholm, globally recognized as Mel C or Sporty Spice, has exchanged vows with Australian model and screenwriter Chris Dingwall. The intimate and elegant ceremony took place at the luxurious Georgian estate, The Country House, in Cumbria, a property owned by her long-time friend, actor Ben Foster. The event was graced by the presence of her former bandmates Geri Horner, Melanie Brown, and Emma Bunton.

Notably absent was Victoria Beckham, Posh Spice, who was in the U.S. with her husband David, following the World Cup. However, Beckham played a crucial role, having designed the bride's elegant, open-backed white wedding gown. Mel C's 17-year-old daughter, Scarlett, also had a special role as a bridesmaid.

It was difficult to get a table at the restaurant, so I thought, 'I can't cancel on the man now.' And we've been together ever since.

โ€” Mel CMel C explained how she decided to go on a date with Chris Dingwall despite the distance.

This union represents a significant turn for the singer, who had long declared marriage wasn't for her, calling it an "outdated idea." Her perspective shifted after meeting Dingwall in November 2023 via the celebrity app Raya. Encouraged by a friend after a breakup, she decided to give him a chance despite the distance between London and Sydney, especially as she had a DJ tour scheduled in Australia.

A peculiar yet charming incident briefly interrupted the ceremony: a herd of cows from a nearby farm wandered onto the estate and approached the guests as the couple exchanged vows. The situation quickly diffused into a memorable anecdote. Mel C has previously spoken highly of her partner, describing him as "very laid-back and fun," with similar personalities and lifestyles, allowing them to "enjoy the life I have with someone I love."

He's very laid-back and fun. We have very similar personalities and lifestyles. It's lovely to be able to enjoy the life I have with someone I love.

โ€” Mel CMel C described her partner Chris Dingwall.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.