Mel B’s father dies after 5 year battle with cancer

The Spice Girl paid tribute to her dad in a touching Instagram post.

Mel B announced today that her father Martin Brown passed away yesterday, surrounded by his family, at the age of 63. In a touching tribute, the mother of three thanked the nurses and doctors who helped care for him, in his final years. The post included a black and white photo of herself and her sister holding hands with their father and also appealed to the public to let them grieve privately as a family. Mel B ended the message “Be Free Dad.”  

It is with great sadness after a 5yr battle to multiple myeloma cancer our loving father Martin Brown passed away age 63 peacefully yesterday. Both of us his children were by his side and would like to say thank you to St Gemma's and all the doctors and nurses for there amazing care and support over the years. Please respect our privacy and let us as a united family grieve With love and respect. Melanie and Danielle Brown x Be Free Dad

A post shared by Mel B (@officialmelb) on Mar 5, 2017 at 7:23am PST