Melanie C, known as Sporty Spice, is reportedly set to marry her partner, model Chris Dingwall, this weekend. The couple, who have been together for several years, are said to be preparing for a low-key ceremony in the Lake District, according to sources cited by the Daily Mail.
Spice Girls Reunion at the Wedding
The 52-year-old singer has reportedly invited all her former Spice Girls bandmates to the event. However, Victoria Beckham is said to have declined due to prior commitments in the United States ahead of the World Cup final. The wedding falls on the eve of the FIFA World Cup final, which has raised eyebrows among insiders.
A source close to the couple told the Daily Star: "Everyone is quite confused that Sporty Spice is having her wedding on the eve of the FIFA World Cup final." The source added that there is speculation Mel C might move to Australia with Chris, as she already works on The Voice Australia and her daughter Scarlett, 17, will be heading to university soon.
Relationship Timeline
Mel C and Chris Dingwall met on the celebrity dating app Raya after her previous relationship with ex-manager Joe Marshall ended in 2015. They went public with their relationship in 2024. Speaking to the Telegraph in May, Mel C revealed that some tracks on her latest album Sweat were inspired by her new partner. "Not long into making the record, I met somebody new. I fell in love, and so I ended up having this wonderful arc of emotions throughout the album," she said. She described Chris as "very laid-back" and "loads of fun," adding that they share similar personalities and lifestyles.
The wedding is expected to be a relaxed affair with a focus on close family and friends, keeping the guest list A-lister free. Representatives for Mel C have been contacted for comment.
