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Spice Girls icon Mel B and Rory McPhee recently tied the knot at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London on Saturday afternoon, but three of the singer’s former bandmates weren’t in attendance

Melanie Brown, better known as Mel B, recently tied the knot with long-term partner, Rory McPhee, at an intimate ceremony at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London this weekend. They said their ‘I dos’ at the venue after their three-year engagement. Mel and family friend Rory, 37, have known each other for years, and he has worked as her hairstylist.

Things are thought to have turned romantic between the pair in 2018 and Rory proposed to Mel back in 2022. While fans were eager to spot fellow Spice Girls in attendance, only Emma Bunton, 49, was photographed at the event. As Mel C couldn’t attend, she took to her Instagram page to pay tribute to her pal.

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Meanwhile, Geri Horner was noticeably absent as Mel tied the knot with fiancé Rory. Geri also chose not to post any well wishes to Mel B on social media, adding further fuel to the fire on their rift.

It’s said Mel B and her new husband, along with their guests, enjoyed a lavish reception at the Shangri-La at The Shard for drinks, food, followed by an evening filled with dancing.

Although the couple already enjoyed a ceremony, it has been revealed there will be a second ceremony abroad this summer, which Mel B says will be “more informal, sexy and beautiful”. It will act as a second chance for Mel’s former bandmates to celebrate her marriage.

She told The Sun: “In one incredible afternoon I found two perfect dresses. One beautiful classic dress by Josephine Scott, a British designer, and one stunning dramatic dress by a US designer, Justin Alexander. ”

Meanwhile, Victoria Beckham, who was notably absent, took a moment to acknowledge Mel’s special day via Instagram. Posting a glamorous throwback of the two bandmates, Victoria captioned it with: “Sending love to you @officialmelb! @rorymcphee is a very lucky man! xx. ”

Mel C, who was also unable to attend, shared her congratulations online. Posting a happy photo of the bride and groom, she wrote: “So so happy for you both and beyond gutted I couldn’t be there. Excited to celebrate with you really soon. Yipee! ”

Scary Spice recently took to Instagram to share a behind-the-scenes image from her special day. Captured from behind in her gown, Mel stood with her back to the camera, revealing the words “Just Married” delicately embroidered on her dress.

Her bridal look featured a gorgeous long veil and pearl embellishments at the collar and cuffs, giving the ensemble a timeless and regal finish.

Her husband Rory, 37, opted for a nod to his heritage, wearing a traditional Scottish kilt.

The happy couple shared a smooch on the steps of the cathedral before leaving the venue in a white, horse-drawn carriage – a fairy-tale moment for the newlyweds.

Guests followed in true British style, riding to the reception in classic red double-decker Routemaster buses.

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Sabrina Carpenter brought out British band Duran Duran for an amazing duet at BST Hyde Park which thrilled fans

Music star Sabrina Carpenter performed an amazing duet with Duran Duran during her second sold-out BST Hyde Park show.

The band were brought on for their hit Hungry Like the Wolf. Their performance had been a closely-guarded secret all weekend. There was no special guest for the first show. A source said: “Sabrina is a huge Duran Duran fan and wanted to mix things up. “

The Mirror told today how the US singer pulled out all the stops this weekend.

The star, 26, came prepared with the team to ensure she was in tip-top shape for the energy-sapping shows on Saturday and Sunday night, and even had her own ambulance as backstage was locked down.

Security was also “unprecedented” backstage, say insiders, and “unlike anything they’ve ever seen before”, for the over 65,000 strong crowd.

The show went down a storm with Sabrina saying she has been constantly checking the weather app as she was worried about British weather.

“The first thing I did was look at the weather app because you guys are shady here,” said the Pennsylvania-born singer, who followed on from Noah Kahan’s performance on Friday night, which featured a special appearance from Lewis Capaldi.

And as the crowd sang along to a string of hits from her recent single releases, Sabrina couldn’t help but swoon over the crystal clear vocals. “Hearing you sing in these accents is just …. ”, she laughed.

Rounding off the show with what’s arguably the hit that catapulted her to household name-status, Sabrina belted out Espresso with the help of the lively crowd.

Sharing pictures from Saturday night in London to Instagram, Sabrina – who wore an embellished red romper with her name emblazoned on the front at one point in the show – wrote: “NIGHT 1 HYDE PARK magical and unbelievable. 65,000 of your beautiful faces and we get the privilege of doing it all again tonight! ! See you soon i love you”.

Sabrina is set to release her seventh studio album, titled Man’s Best Friend, in late August, following the monumental success of her previous 2024 effort, Short ‘n’ Sweet.

Talking of the new release online, Sabrina wrote to Instagram recently: “I wrote Manchild on a random Tuesday with Amy and Jack not too long after finishing Short n’ Sweet and it ended up being the best random Tuesday of my life.

“Not only was it so fun to write, but this song became something I can look back on that will score the mental montage to the very confusing and fun young adult years of life. It sounds like the song’s embodiment of a loving eye roll and it feels like a never-ending road trip in the summer. “

She concluded, “Hence why I wanted to give it to you now- so you can stick your head out the car window and scream it all summer long! thank you always and forever for listening and thank you men for testing me! “

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Geri Halliwell has stepped out at the F1 British Grand Prix with her family, just one day after she snubbed her former Spice Girl bandmate Mel B’s wedding to Rory McPhee

Spice Girl Geri Halliwell has made a public appearance at the F1 British Grand Prix, looking stunning in an all-white ensemble, just one day after missing her former bandmate Mel B’s wedding.

The 52-year-old Spice Girl was noticeably absent as Mel tied the knot with fiancé Rory McPhee at St Paul’s Cathedral in London on Saturday, surrounded by a host of A-list guests. Geri also chose not to post any well wishes to Mel B on social media, adding further fuel to the fire on their rift.

Her relationship with Mel B has famously been turbulent over the years, with tensions between the pair making it difficult for them to share the same space without conflict.

Geri, who is married to former racing driver Christian Horner, stepped back into the spotlight at the sporting event along with her two children, eight-year-old son, Monty, and 19-year-old daughter, Bluebell.

The race itself wasn’t short on drama due to the heavy rainfall, which caused a fair amount of chaos on the track.

Geri continued to snub Mel B online while many other celebrities rushed to send Mel B congratulatory messages on social media, including Heidi Klum, Paloma Faith and Kerry Katona.

Fans hoping for a full Spice Girls reunion were left disappointed, as only Emma Bunton, 49, was seen at the celebration. Baby Spice looked effortlessly chic in a blush pink dress, complemented by a matching hat and sparkling silver heels.

Victoria Beckham, who was noticeably absent from the celebrations, took to Instagram to mark Mel’s big day. Sharing a glamorous throwback photo of the pair, she wrote: “Sending love to you @officialmelb! @rorymcphee is a very lucky man! xx.”

Mel C, who was also unable to attend the wedding, sent her well-wishes on social media. Sharing a joyful photo of the newlyweds, she wrote: “So so happy for you both and beyond gutted I couldn’t be there. Excited to celebrate with you really soon. Yipee! ”

The beautiful wedding marks the third marriage for 50-year-old Mel B. She married 37-year-old hairstylist Rory McPhee, following her divorce from Jimmy Gulzar and Stephen Belafonte.

Last year she said of Rory: “When I went back to England, he would come over and give me hair treatments… and as he was nurturing my curls back, I guess he was nurturing my trust and belief in a relationship. ”

Rory popped the question in October 2022 at the Cliveden Hotel in Berkshire, after decking the room in flowers and going down on one knee. Being awarded an MBE in 2022 for her services to charitable causes and vulnerable women meant the star was able to tie the knot at St Paul’s.

Mirror audience editor Harry Rutter enjoyed a lavish, star-studded VIP experience at the British Grand Prix as Lando Norris scooped his first Silverstone win for McLaren, watching Glastonbury-like performances from Sam Fender and Raye

Lando Norris won his first British Grand Prix in front of thousands of soaked fans at Silverstone on Sunday – but the F1 isn’t all about the racing this year.

Behind-the-scenes there’s a lot more going on, and that’s exactly what Mirror man Harry Rutter found out during a days-long, celebrity-packed VIP experience at the famous racetrack nestled near its tiny Northamptonshire village.

With performances from Seventeen Going Under hitmaker Sam Fender, rockers Blossoms, Little Mix sensation Jade Thirlwall and recent Glastonbury sensation Raye, there’s clearly something for everyone over the Formula 1 weekend.

Our jam-packed schedule started on the Thursday, with a warm welcome at the official backstage provider for this year’s grand prix, Bluebird. With instant behind-the-scenes privileges came an exciting moment for our group as Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc casually cycled past as he prepared for Friday’s round of free practice events.

Leclerc, who was runner-up in the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship in 2022, acknowledged us and was shortly followed by Red Bull’s Liam Lawson, who now races for the Christian Horner-fronted team’s second unit, the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls.

Also dropping by Bluebird was F1 commentator and Sky Sports star David Croft, known to TV viewers as Crofty. Speaking to the Mirror he explained how nice it was to relax before being thrown into work over the weekend. He too was gearing up for a night of music before needing to jump on the microphone ahead of Sunday’s big race.

“It’s lights out… and away we Land-ooo,” he says in a personal video filmed for me, pre-emptively hinting at a big year for Norris, or maybe even predicting his win. Love Island’s season five-star Michael Griffiths was also spotted enjoying Bluebird’s amenities, getting an oiled hand massage from one of the staff before hitting the free bar.

All-inclusive offerings included pricey bottles of Moey and Chandon champagne, giving the exclusive guests the full Formula 1 experience. Unlimited free Red Bull was also on the cards, with Heineken beers available as well across the extensive menu.

Shuttle buses and black London taxis took us across the mammoth Silverstone site, taking us to Escapade for dinner. The lavish location boasts homes costing over £2million for the uberwealthy to enjoy the calendar of races from a private balcony.

With a £150 special F1 menu on offer from their main guest ‘club house’, we were treated to the ultimate meal that the stars tuck into before watching the cars go by.

We were transported to the paddock next where we experienced everything the rich and famous can, right behind the pit wall. But it wasn’t just celebrities walking around, it was the drivers too – shockingly.

We bumped right into Lewis Hamilton, sporting his Ferrari race suit following his transition from Mercedes. Moments later we saw Lando Norris doing some press interviews through the glass at McLaren’s hospitality.

Sky Sports were live on-air as we watched TV crews scramble to keep the programme running, along with dozens of international outlets reporting from the garages. Normal folk like me would never normally see this kind of behind-the-scenes action, without shelling out thousands on paddock passes of course.

Blossoms kicked off Thursday night’s entertainment with guitar-driven melodic hits, including Charlemagne, Your Girlfriend, and recent fan-favourite Gary. Sam Fender took to the stage and cranked things up a notch for the roaring crowd, performing a set of classic hits such as Seventeen Going Under, People Watching and Hypersonic Missiles to close out night one at Silverstone in style.

It was the next day’s tour of the paddock where we bumped into more famous faces, including Williams driver Carlos Sainz, followed by RB’s Liam Lawson – again. Also wondering around was Maura Higgins, as well as Gordon Ramsay. Joined by his wife and daughter, the TV chef was hosting his own VIP restaurant for paddock passers.

Friday night saw Raye take to the stage as the Mirror saw Hamilton once again appear – but this time he was side of stage, cheering on the singer amid swirling romance rumours. He watched her entire set, clapping from the sidelines and soaking up the atmosphere following the hitmaker’s impressive set at Glastonbury Festival.

She closed the show with an unforgettable performance, playing a catalogue of hits such as Prada and Escapism – finishing off two days of wild entertainment even before the racing had begun in a festival-like extravaganza for ticker holders.

Commenting on the action away from the track Silverstone’s chief commercial officer Nick Read told the Mirror: “This year, Silverstone is proud to showcase the best of British talent, bringing together iconic artists as we celebrate Formula 1’s 75th anniversary as we continue to up our game.

“Our all-British music lineup reflects our commitment to delivering world-class entertainment that resonates with fans both on and off the track. We are delighted to welcome JADE, Mabel, Blossoms Idris, Mike Skinner, Sub Focus, Eats Everything and DJ Luck & MC Neat to this year’s lineup.

“It’s a testament to the rich heritage of British motorsport and music that Silverstone has developed since hosting its first Formula 1 British Grand Prix 75 years ago, and we’re super excited to honour this milestone with an unforgettable festival experience. “

Liam and Noel Gallagher recently reunited after 16 years of feuding for an Oasis tour, with the first two nights being in Cardiff

Liam and Noel Gallagher’s children, Gene and Anais, were spotted belting out the lyrics to Oasis songs in a sweet moment shared online. The Gallagher brothers finally reunited after 16 years of feuding and performed their first two nights of their reunion tour at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium this weekend.

Their friends and family members, including Liam’s son Gene and Noel’s daughter Anais, were among the 70,000 fans attending the gigs each night.

While Oasis were performing Cigarettes & Alcohol, Gene and Anais went all out as they danced and sang along to the popular track. In a moment filmed for the camera, the two leaned towards each other as they screamed out the chorus.

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Fans were obsessed with the sweet moment, with one fan sharing the video online and writing: “Anaïs and gene you’re so real for this,” while another fan said: “Oh i love them so much. “

“Awe love this,” one user commented while another joked about the VIP section they were standing in: “Thought they’d be closer to the front! “

After Oasis’ first performance on Friday, Anais shared her review of the reunion gig as she shared a snap of herself, holding a pint while sporting an Oasis shirt as she watched her dad and uncle perform on stage.

Giving a review of the special night, Anais, 25, captioned the snap: “It’s good to be back. “

Responding to her post, many fans agreed as one replied, saying: “It was amazing, epic, hope you enjoyed it” while another simply declared: “EPIC! “

Anais’ mum Meg Mathews, who was married to Noel from 1997 until 2001, was also in the audience – but was seen walking out of the reunion gig ahead of the band playing Wonderwall.

The band were seen walking onto the stage with their song ‘F**king in the Bushes’ before they then started belting out ‘Hello’. The crowd welcomed them with cheers at the sold out gig, which kicks off a global tour for the Don’t Look Back In Anger stars.

In the audience on the first night was the likes of EastEnders star Danny Dyer as well as Line Of Duty actress Vicky McClure. Vernon Kay also posed for pictures outside the Principality Stadium.

Meanwhile, Sienna Miller admitted she attended both nights of the concert, joking to the Mirror: “It was alright,” before revealing she was there for both Cardiff gigs.

“It’s the greatest show I’ve ever seen. The love and the nostalgia and the joy, it’s like saving the world. “

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As Oasis took the stage for the first time in 16 years, Liam Gallagher gave a heartwarming tribute to his dog Buttons who he rescued from Thailand two years ago

As Liam Gallagher reunited with his brother Noel Gallagher on the stage for the first time in 16 years, he gave a heartwarming tribute to his dog during their first gig back. As they took the stage in Cardiff to open their iconic reunion tour, an image of the dog named Buttons was included in the visuals on the big screen behind the brothers.

Buttons has a wild life story of starting out homeless in Thailand to finding a home with one of the Oasis frontmen. Niall Harbison, who founded the Happy Doggo sanctuary in Thailand, explained the dog’s wonderful story online, which triggered a huge response from fans.

He explained that the dog Buttons was an abandoned puppy who walked into the sanctuary while it was being built and ended up getting adopted by none other than Liam Gallagher.

Naill wrote on X, formally known as Twitter, “Most people were probably looking at Liam Gallagher and Oasis on stage, Look a little closer and you’ll spot a dog called Buttons.

“Her’s is a remarkable story. Buttons was a little puppy who walked into our sanctuary in Thailand in the middle of the jungle just as it was getting built. She had been abandoned. She kept coming back daily for food and hoping for company.

“Day after day Buttons came back. I eventually took her in and put her up for adoption. Little did I know but Liam and his partner Debbie had been following. After a long process she was adopted to them in the UK. ”

The sweet dog could be seen in multicolours on the big screen with a button on either side of its adorable face while the brothers performed to a huge crowd.

Continuing the story, Naill added: “Buttons has grown into a beloved member of the family and landed on her paws. Liam has been a big supporter of We Are Happy Doggo, and donated his globe from the last tour to raise funds. ”

“I don’t think Buttons realises her dad is a rock star. She just loves her humans. So if you are wondering why there is a dog on the Oasis screens now you know. Well done Buttons. I think you can say you’ve made it when your dad has you on the big screen. ”

One person wrote in response: “She is a gorgeous dog! What a wonderful story! “, while another added: “Buttons is a rags-to-riches story, going from days of not knowing if a human would feed her, or kick her, to being queen of someone’s heart. She even looks regal. ”

In addition, Oasis delivered a touching tribute to the late footballer Diogo Jota. The Gallagher brothers performed their 1994 classic Live Forever in memory of Jota, who tragically passed away at the age of 28, along with his younger brother, following a devastating car crash on July 3.