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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jane Dalton

Mel B hails Tina Turner as inspiration for domestic abuse victims like her

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Former Spice Girl Mel B has revealed how Tina Turner’s domestic abuse story was an inspiration to her and other victims, and how the superstar prompted her own daughter to speak publicly about surviving it.

Melanie Brown became a campaigner for victims after leaving an “abusive” relationship after coming to see Turner as a role model. Her ex-husband Stephen Belafonte has vehemently denied causing her to suffer.

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