From Family Friend to Future Husband: Rory McPhee’s 20-Year Journey to Mel B’s Heart
Mel B is set to marry her longtime family friend, hairdresser Rory McPhee, this weekend at St Paul’s Cathedral—marking a whirlwind romance years in the making.
Who Is Rory McPhee?
✔ 37-year-old celebrity hairdresser
✔ Known Mel B since the 1990s (friend of her cousin, actor Christian Cooke)
✔ Won over her late father, Martin Brown, long before they dated
✔ Described as “normal, down-to-earth”—a stark contrast to Mel’s famous exes
How Their Love Story Began
💖 Reconnected post-divorce – Rory made his move after Mel’s 2017 split from Stephen Belafonte (who she accused of abuse—claims he denies).
💖 Built trust slowly – Mel admitted she struggled to trust men after her traumatic marriage.
💖 Wooed her with hair treatments – Fixed her “fried” curls, helping restore her confidence.
“As he was nurturing my curls back, I guess he was nurturing my trust and belief in a relationship.”
—Mel B on Rory’s unconventional courtship
Why This Relationship Works
✅ Family-approved – Rory was already close to Mel’s relatives.
✅ No fame-seeking motives – Unlike her exes, Rory avoids the spotlight.
✅ Helped her heal – Provided stability after years of turmoil.
The Wedding Details
📍 Venue: St Paul’s Cathedral, London
💍 Engagement: Announced in 2021 after three years of dating
🎉 Guest List: Expected to include Spice Girls and close family