Spice Girls star Melanie C recalls receiving unusual Christmas gift Melanie C has recalled receiving a weight bench as a Christmas gift. 1 May 2026 Melanie C once got a weight bench as a Christmas present from her dad. Melanie C has always been passionate about fitness The 52-year-old pop star adopted the nickname Sporty Spice during her time in the Spice Girls, but Melanie's passion for health and fitness goes back well before then.