Mel B’s husband has released a statement following allegations made about him

He's had his say.

Last month Mel B announced her split from husband of ten years, Stephen Belafonte. The couple who have one child together confirmed they were filing for divorce after separating in Decemeber. Since then, Mel has made numerous accusations against Stephen, claiming that he abused her during the relationship. Stephen has released a statement saying that the allegations are "outrageous and unfounded" and that Mel is using them "in an effort to unfairly gain leverage both financially and with respect to custody of the children". He released the statement to TMZ which reads in full:

"It’s a shame that Ms. Brown elected not to proceed in a respectful and amicable fashion in this very private matter. In due course, Mr. Belafonte will be filing his response to the outrageous and unfounded allegations made by Ms. Brown, which allegations he vehemently denies.

When the Court determines the truth, it will become clear that this entire charade was nothing more than a smear campaign intended to cover up Ms. Brown’s own conduct during the marriage in light of her current involvement with a family television show, and in an effort to unfairly gain leverage both financially and with respect to custody of the children.

When the degree to which Ms. Brown has gone to create a false depiction of her marriage to Mr. Belafonte is uncovered, real victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse will be understandably offended, angry and upset.

Mr. Belafonte is confident that the truth will come out when he has his day in court at which time he looks forward to being reunited with his children.

What matters most to Mr. Belafonte is the safety and well-being of his daughters and step-daughters."