Mel B Arrives at St Paul’s Cathedral Wedding in Pearl-Adorned White Gown; Emma Bunton Sole Spice Girl in Attendance

Mel B Ties the Knot with Rory McPhee in St. Paul’s Cathedral Wedding

Mel B, the 50-year-old Spice Girl, married fiancé Rory McPhee, 37, in a stunning ceremony at London’s St. Paul’s Cathedral on Saturday. Ditching her iconic leopard print for tradition, Mel radiated as a “blushing bride” in a pearl-adorned white gown with a sheer illusion bodice, flowing veil, and intricate train. Rory honored his Scottish roots in a red and green tartan kilt, flashing a nervous smile ahead of the vows.

Mel B’s pearl-detailed gown and veil at St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Celebrity Guests and Spice Girls Presence
Emma Bunton (Baby Spice) was the sole Spice Girl in attendance, channeling her ‘90s style in a pink mini dress and platform heels. Her husband Jade Jones and son Beau joined her. Notably absent were Victoria Beckham, Geri Halliwell, and Melanie Chisholm, with Victoria sharing a nostalgic Instagram tribute instead. Geri’s absence followed years of tension after Mel’s 2019 revelation about their past relationship.

Emma Bunton in baby pink, echoing her Spice Girls era.

Family Highlights
Mel’s children—Phoenix, 26, Madison, 13, and Angel, 18—beamed at the ceremony. Phoenix wore a blue silk dress, Madison opted for bright pink, and Angel sported a sharp black suit. Mel’s sister Danielle Brown and nieces also joined, while her Yorkshire Terrier, Cookie, served as the ring bearer.

Lavish Reception at The Shard
Post-ceremony, guests were whisked to London’s Shard for a £28,000 celebration. The 95th-floor venue offered panoramic views, live music, and dancing. A source called it a “party in the sky,” with vintage Routemaster buses ferrying attendees, nodding to the Spice World film.

The Shard hosted Mel and Rory’s glamorous reception.

Behind the Scenes
Mel secured St. Paul’s for her wedding due to her 2022 MBE for charity work. Rory’s brother Jordan was best man, while family friend James Steen walked her down the aisle. Despite RSVPing, Simon Cowell skipped the event, avoiding a clash with rival Simon Fuller, the Spice Girls’ former manager.

Mel’s Journey to “I Do”
This marks Mel’s third marriage, following unions with Jimmy Gulzar (1998–2000) and Stephen Belafonte (2007–2017). She credits Rory, a longtime family friend and hairstylist, for rebuilding her trust after past turmoil. The couple began dating in 2018, with Rory proposing in 2022 using a ring honoring her late father.

Mel and Rory announced their engagement in 2022.

A Fresh Start
Mel has called Rory her “rock,” praising his loyalty and normalcy amid fame. Guests included comedian Katherine Ryan, presenter Gaby Roslin, and model Daisy Lowe, who defied dress codes in a black lace gown. As the newlyweds danced into the night, Mel’s wedding symbolized both grandeur and heartfelt renewal.

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