Former Manchester City and England defender, Micah Richards, recently shared a surprising story about his connection with Spice Girl Mel B. The revelation left his co-hosts on the podcast "The Rest Is Football," Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer, completely stunned. During an episode of the popular sports podcast, Richards revealed that Mel B used to babysit him during his childhood. This unexpected revelation caught both Lineker and Shearer off guard.
Micah Richards, Manchester City legend, said:
“Mel B used to babysit me when I was younger. Get her on the pod! My sister [still] does her hair now.”
Richards explained that this surprising connection dates back to his childhood days in Leeds. He mentioned that he has stayed in touch with Mel B over the years despite their divergent career paths.
Micah Richards added:
“This is way back, back in Leeds days. I spoke to her just a couple of months ago. It’s not known. You’ve always got to save something for the pod, haven’t you?”
While Richards admitted he doesn't remember much from those early years when Mel B was his babysitter, he confirmed there were "pictures back in the day."
Viral moment online
Lineker described it as an “unbelievable” story while Shearer was left in disbelief too; both hosts burst into laughter at this unexpected revelation from their fellow host. This exchange quickly became viral across social media platforms as fans reacted enthusiastically to Richard's unexpected disclosure about his past connection with pop star Mel B.
Listeners loved this humorous anecdote which has become a trademark of "The Rest Is Football" podcast - adding another memorable moment and further cementing Richards' reputation as one of the most entertaining voices in sports commentary.
Micah Richards' surprising revelation about his connection with Spice Girl Mel B has added a new layer to his public persona. It not only showcases his ability to engage audiences with unexpected and humorous anecdotes but also highlights the diverse and interesting experiences that shape our favorite sports personalities beyond their professional careers.
