Mel C, the Spice Girl known as Sporty Spice, married her long-term partner Chris Dingwall in a small, intimate ceremony in the Lake District on July 18, 2026. The first details of the event have emerged, revealing that fellow Spice Girl Mel B gave a touching speech that left many guests in tears.
Wedding Details Emerge
The wedding took place at The Country House Cumbria, with only close friends and family in attendance. According to a source who spoke to The Sun, all of Mel C's Spice Girl bandmates were present except for Victoria Beckham, who was attending the World Cup but contributed by designing and making Mel C's wedding dress. Emma Bunton, Geri Horner, and Melanie Brown were all there to celebrate.
The source revealed that Geri and Mel B, who have had an ongoing rift since 2022, were civil and there was no awkwardness between them. The focus was entirely on celebrating Mel C and Chris's love.
Mel B's Emotional Speech
An insider described the wedding as "perfect" and "laid-back." They said: "Mel B gave a speech which got a lot of laughs, as well as some tears − it was really beautiful." The party continued into the early hours of Sunday morning.
Mel C's Vision for the Wedding
Speaking to British Vogue just before the wedding, Mel C said she wanted the event to be "relaxed, romantic and chic." She praised Victoria Beckham for her custom-made dress, noting that Victoria found vintage lace and dyed everything to the perfect shade. Mel C added: "It’s very flattering, open at the back. I'm so excited for the world to know he's my husband."
The couple, who have not officially announced an engagement prior to the ceremony, will have their official marriage in Chris's homeland of Australia.
