Melanie Chisholm, the former Spice Girl known as Mel C or Sporty Spice, has married Australian model Chris Dingwall. The two tied their intimate wedding at a house in the northwest of England on Saturday afternoon.According to the Daily Mail, the guest list was girl-heavy, with Chisholm’s former friends Geri Horner, Mel B and Emma Bunton on hand to grace the occasion. Although Posh Spice Victoria Beckham was unable to attend due to her husband’s World Cup commitments in the United States, Beckham designed a white, backless wedding dress for Chisholm to wear underneath, according to the publication.
The singer met Chris Dingwall through a popular dating app before her time in Sydney. Photo credit (Instagram)
Melanie Chisholm and Chris Dingwall’s relationshipChisholm, 52, and Dingwall, believed to be in their 40s, first linked up through a high-profile affair in 2023 when Chisholm lived in London. They went on their first date while Chisholm was touring Australia as a DJ.Appearing on Australian podcast ‘Life Uncut,’ Chisholm opened up about her partner’s personality. “He’s a real gentle soul. He’s one of those people who doesn’t just mind your business, you know? He’s quietly on the sidelines being an uber supporter,” he told attendees.
Melanie Chisholm moved to Australia
Chisholm moved to Sydney in early 2025 where she acted as a teacher on a music television show, replacing another artist. His move to Australia marked a major change in his personal and professional life after living in the United Kingdom for many years.
The former Spice Girl married Australian actor Chris Dingwall in a private ceremony surrounded by close friends and family. Photo credit (Instagram)
Speaking to Sunday Life last year about his life with Dingwall in Australia, Chisholm revealed his transformation. “I am a workaholic. I decided last year, when I met my boyfriend, that I have an incredible life. My work allows me to travel, and I love what I do. It was all work and not a lot of play. I am changing,” he said.He also said that he is connected to the Australian beach life. “Bondi is the health capital of Australia, if not the world. And being Sporty Spice, it feels like I’ve found my spiritual home. It’s a very natural place to live,” he explained.
Biography of Chris Dingwall
Little is known publicly about Dingwall beyond his work as an artist and filmmaker in Bondi. She is signed by a major modeling agency and maintains a social media presence. His Instagram has several photos of the couple going to foreign music festivals, the world’s biggest auto race and Paris Fashion Week, documenting what they shared and walking together.
Australian actor Chris Dingwall tied the knot with Melanie Chisholm after the couple’s first meeting in 2023. Photo (Instagram)
Relationship with Melanie Chisholm’s familyThis marks Chisholm’s first marriage, although the star has been involved in several high-profile relationships throughout her life. He had a short, temporary relationship with the British star in 1997, and a long one with the manager from 2015 to 2022.The tradition of celebrating important events together was continued by Chisholm’s 17-year-old daughter, Scarlett, who was one of the spouses at the wedding, which she shared with a British real estate agent.