Melanie Janine Brown: British singer
Biography
Full Name: Melanie Janine Brown
Stage Name: Mel B, Scary Spice
Date of Birth: May 29, 1975
Place of Birth: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Nationality: British
Profession: Singer, Actress, Author, Television Personality
Height and Physical Stats
Height: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
Weight: Approximately 60 kg (132 lbs)
Eye Colour: Brown
Hair Colour: Dark Brown
Education
School: Intake High School, Leeds (Performing Arts School)
Training: Studied music, drama, and dance
Family
Father: Martin Brown (Deceased, from Saint Kitts and Nevis)
Mother: Andrea Brown (English)
Marital Status: Previously married to Jimmy Gulzar and Stephen Belafonte
Phoenix Chi Gulzar (with Jimmy Gulzar)
Angel Iris Murphy Brown (with Eddie Murphy)
Madison Brown Belafonte (with Stephen Belafonte)
Career
Mel B rose to international fame as Scary Spice, a member of the Spice Girls, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. The group promoted "Girl Power" and released hit songs such as:
I want to
Say You'll Be There
2 Become 1
Spice Up Your Life
She launched a solo career after the group's hiatus in 2000, releasing:
Hot (2000)
State of Mind (2005)
Beyond music, Mel B built a successful career in television, appearing on:
America's Got Talent (Judge)
The X Factor UK and Australia
Dancing with the Stars
Masked Singer Australia
Lip Sync Battle UK
She also acted on stage, including in Chicago (as Roxie Hart) in Broadway and West End productions.
Mel B is also an author. Her 2018 memoir "Brutally Honest" details her personal struggles and journey of resilience, including her experience with domestic abuse and recovery.
Net Worth
Estimated Net Worth:
Approx. $6 million (as of 2025)
Sources of Income:
Music, television appearances, book sales, endorsements
Awards & Recognition
MTV Europe Music Awards: Multiple (with Spice Girls)
Ivor Novello Award –
for International Achievement (with Spice Girls)
MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) – 2022, for services to charitable causes and vulnerable women
Summary
Mel B is a pop culture icon, known for her fearless energy and powerful voice as Scary Spice of the Spice Girls. She has evolved into a respected TV personality and advocate, using her platform to speak out on women's issues and empowerment.
