Before Melanie “Mel B” Brown filed her divorce from estranged husband Stephen Belafonte amidst allegations he beat, threatened and exploited her throughout their nearly 10-year marriage, the couple’s relationship played out on reality TV.
In 2010, Mel B and Belafonte starred in the docu-series Mel B: It’s a Scary World — where they let the cameras in on their family life as they prepped Mel B’s solo career comeback.
The show only ran for one season on the Style Network, and though the 10-episodes showed plenty of romance between the two, there were tense times — many during their...
In 2010, Mel B and Belafonte starred in the docu-series Mel B: It’s a Scary World — where they let the cameras in on their family life as they prepped Mel B’s solo career comeback.
The show only ran for one season on the Style Network, and though the 10-episodes showed plenty of romance between the two, there were tense times — many during their...
- 4/7/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Mel's B's estranged husband is expected to get just £5 million in their divorce.
The former Spice Girls singer filed for divorce from Stephen Belafonte earlier this week and it has now emerged he won't be getting an equal share of her estimated £48 million fortune because they signed a pre-nuptial agreement before they tied the knot in June 2007.
A source told The Sun Online: "Mel is a canny Yorkshire lass and was advised to protect her assets and estate before the wedding.
"This wasn't an act of preparing for the marriage to fail but was an act of a hard-nosed business woman who knew the pitfalls that can lie ahead in any relationship."
It isn't known how much was stated in the documents, but legal expert Harold Walker admitted Stephen, 41, could get more than their pre-agreed sum if he could prove he had turned down work in order to support the 41-year-old star's business endeavours.
The former Spice Girls singer filed for divorce from Stephen Belafonte earlier this week and it has now emerged he won't be getting an equal share of her estimated £48 million fortune because they signed a pre-nuptial agreement before they tied the knot in June 2007.
A source told The Sun Online: "Mel is a canny Yorkshire lass and was advised to protect her assets and estate before the wedding.
"This wasn't an act of preparing for the marriage to fail but was an act of a hard-nosed business woman who knew the pitfalls that can lie ahead in any relationship."
It isn't known how much was stated in the documents, but legal expert Harold Walker admitted Stephen, 41, could get more than their pre-agreed sum if he could prove he had turned down work in order to support the 41-year-old star's business endeavours.
- 3/24/2017
- GossipCenter
Mel B and Stephen Belafonte took an enormous step Wednesday to ratchet down the anger in their divorce ... we've learned the 2 of them along with their kids went for a family therapy session. Sources connected with Mel B and Stephen tell TMZ, they drove separately to Mulholland Estates to the home of Dr. Charles Sophy, Mel's longtime psychiatrist. They each drove separately and their 3 kids -- ages 5, 9 and 18 -- drove in a third car with the nanny.
- 3/23/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Denise Richards and Brooke Mueller are meeting right now with their business managers and a psychologist for one of the twins to make a case for more child support, because they say the children are at serious risk. As we reported, Charlie had his monthly support reduced from $55k he paid to both Brooke and Denise. Charlie claimed he could no longer afford that amount, and the judge reduced the support payments to $10k each.
- 4/28/2016
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Washington, November 12: TV producers are reportedly planning to start a series on Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller, and have asked the director of L.A. County Dept. of Children and Family Services to participate in it.
Charles Sophy, the Medical Director of the L.A. County Dept. of Children and Family Services, who lives in the same gated community as Sheen, Denise Richards and Mueller, was asked to help in the series, TMZ.com reported.
However, Sophy has declined the offer saying that he was not interested. (Ani)...
Charles Sophy, the Medical Director of the L.A. County Dept. of Children and Family Services, who lives in the same gated community as Sheen, Denise Richards and Mueller, was asked to help in the series, TMZ.com reported.
However, Sophy has declined the offer saying that he was not interested. (Ani)...
- 11/12/2013
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
Ext. Mulholland Estates - DAYCharlie Sheen runs into his neighbor, Dcfs honcho Charles Sophy, who's incredulous Sheen trashed him on Twitter.SOPHYCharlie, you're such a jerk. This isn't gonna help your case with the twins.SHEENShut up you miscreant! You're as warped as Judge Anus Brain.[Scene]You could be watching this confrontation soon, because TMZ has learned a TV production company has contacted Dr. Charles Sophy, the Medical Director of the L.A. County Dept.
- 11/11/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Denise Richards told the L.A. County Dept. of Children and Family Services ... she cannot care for Bob and Max, the twins of Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller, because she claims her own kids are in danger and she feels Brooke is insane ... sources tell TMZ.TMZ broke the story ... Denise and Brooke had a sit-down Thursday with Dr. Charles Sophy, the Dcfs Medical Director. We're told Denise told Sophy what we reported ... that Bob...
- 11/8/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Brooke Mueller and Denise Richards were actually cordial with each other during a mandatory sit-down with a chief honcho from the L.A. County Dept. of Children and Family Services ... but the drama is far from over ... TMZ has learned.As we first reported ... Denise and Brooke showed up at an L.A. courthouse today and met with Dcfs Medical Director Dr. Charles Sophy. We're told Sophy also asked Charlie Sheen to attend the meeting,...
- 11/7/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Brooke Mueller and Denise Richards are locked in a conference room right now ... as officials from the L.A. County Dept. of Children and Family Services try to force a truce in their war over Bob and Max ... but Charlie Sheen was a no-show.Sources connected with the warring families tell TMZ -- Dr. Charles Sophy, the Medical Director for Dcfs -- called the meeting and wants Denise, Brooke and Charlie to come face-to-face to...
- 11/7/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Ronaiah Tuiasosopo got a visit from a world famous psychiatrist last night ... a guy who's worked with everyone from Michael Jackson to Paris Hilton ... TMZ has learned. The shrink to the stars is Dr. Charles Sophy -- a high-ranking official with the Los Angeles Dept. of Children and Family Services. Sophy was involved in the Michael Jackson child molestation case, the Paris Hilton jail saga (when she was suffering from panic attacks) and counseled Taylor Armstrong...
- 1/22/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
The rambunctious 7-year-old reached celebrity status nearly overnight thanks to her show 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,' but a psychiatrist claims she's not prepared to handle all the attention! Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson gained millions of viewers on her TLC show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, thanks in part to her outspoken personality and her family's wild antics. But the resulting celebrity phenomenon could be doing more harm than good. On her whirlwind press tour in Los Angeles, Alana could hardly pay attention during appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live and Access Hollywood. But it was her spot on Dr. Drew‘s Hln show that drew a major red flag. She avoided his questions, pretended to fall asleep, and only answered when coaxed by her mom Mama June Shannon -- and then said she "hates" being on TV because fans bother her. Some believe she is too young...
- 11/6/2012
- by Christina Stiehl
- HollywoodLife
Adrienne Maloof's estranged husband Paul Nassif will finally get to see his kids again ... because a judge just granted him two visits with them, before a massive custody hearing next month.The judge agreed to let Paul see his children during monitored visits on September 29th and October 6th.The whole matter will be settled on October 9th, when the judge has scheduled a custody hearing to decide once and for all whether Paul should get partial custody.
- 9/26/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Adrienne Maloof has accused Paul Nassif of brutalizing their 3 boys ... and even though the Department of Children and Family Services has determined the allegations are bogus, Paul still wants Adrienne to be a big part of the kids' lives.Paul's position is especially stunning, given that Adrienne got a court order last week prohibiting him from even seeing the boys. We broke the story ... Paul is going to court this morning to get that order lifted,...
- 9/26/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
TMZ has learned ... the Department of Children and Family Services has determined Adrienne Maloof's child abuse claims against estranged hubby Paul Nassif are unfounded, and Paul will go to court tomorrow to get his kids back.As we first reported, Adrienne went to court last week, claiming Paul choked one of their kids and struck another. Adrienne submitted declarations by several people, including Dr. Charles Sophy, who claims he interviewed the boys and they verified the abuse.
- 9/25/2012
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
HollywoodNews.com: ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star Taylor Armstrong has been working on her recovery from alleged abuse and her late husband’s suicide, and is apparently doing well according to her psychiatrist.
Taylor’s psychiatrist, Dr. Charles Sophy, who appeared on the show last season, recently spoke out about her strength to carry on these days, states RadarOnline.com. “I’m so unbelievably proud of Taylor for the strength to keep going, and for still doing the hard work while still mourning the loss of her late husband,” Dr. Sophy commented.
He also spoke about her recent book signings and how she has touched many people who have also suffered abuse.
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Taylor’s psychiatrist, Dr. Charles Sophy, who appeared on the show last season, recently spoke out about her strength to carry on these days, states RadarOnline.com. “I’m so unbelievably proud of Taylor for the strength to keep going, and for still doing the hard work while still mourning the loss of her late husband,” Dr. Sophy commented.
He also spoke about her recent book signings and how she has touched many people who have also suffered abuse.
What do you think about how she’s handling things these days?
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- 2/17/2012
- by Molly Sullivan
- Hollywoodnews.com
HollywoodNews.com: ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star Taylor Armstrong opened up this season about the abuse she allegedly suffered in her marriage with the late Russell Armstrong, and now her doctor is commenting on her struggles.
Her doctor, Dr. Charles Sophy, recently commented about what a good role model she is for getting through the situation, states RadarOnline.com. “Addressing the situation is a difficult process that involves self-discovery, thoughtful introspection and, ultimately, moving forward to become a much stronger person,” Sophy said about what Taylor went through.
He has also commented that this is still an ongoing process for the reality TV star.
Her doctor recently went with her to an event on the show where she addressed the other women and explained what she went through in the previous months.
What do you think about her? What about her doctor?
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Her doctor, Dr. Charles Sophy, recently commented about what a good role model she is for getting through the situation, states RadarOnline.com. “Addressing the situation is a difficult process that involves self-discovery, thoughtful introspection and, ultimately, moving forward to become a much stronger person,” Sophy said about what Taylor went through.
He has also commented that this is still an ongoing process for the reality TV star.
Her doctor recently went with her to an event on the show where she addressed the other women and explained what she went through in the previous months.
What do you think about her? What about her doctor?
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- 1/19/2012
- by Molly Sullivan
- Hollywoodnews.com
HollywoodNews.com: During the filming of the second season of ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,’ Taylor and Russell Armstrong were going through marriage counseling which was captured for the reality TV show.
Now, the marriage counselor who tried to help is commenting on Russell’s apparent suicide, states RadarOnline.com. “My condolences go to his family and loved ones. My immediate concern is for Taylor and her daughter to make sure they get the support they need to get through this difficult time,” Dr. Charles Sophy commented.
Dr. Sophy tried to help the two work through their marital problems with joint and individual sessions.
It is unknown at this time if Bravo will be showing these sessions during the new season in light of recent events.
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Now, the marriage counselor who tried to help is commenting on Russell’s apparent suicide, states RadarOnline.com. “My condolences go to his family and loved ones. My immediate concern is for Taylor and her daughter to make sure they get the support they need to get through this difficult time,” Dr. Charles Sophy commented.
Dr. Sophy tried to help the two work through their marital problems with joint and individual sessions.
It is unknown at this time if Bravo will be showing these sessions during the new season in light of recent events.
How do you think things will be handled with the new season?
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- 8/16/2011
- by Molly Sullivan
- Hollywoodnews.com
The kind of sudden popularity Winehouse achieved can be disorienting and paralyzing, experts say.
By Gil Kaufman
Amy Winehouse
Photo: Dave Hogan/ Getty Images
Some stars seem born to be in the spotlight, thriving in the attention and adulation of their adoring fans and finding a way to navigate the downsides of intense public scrutiny with seeming ease. Others, such as troubled singer Amy Winehouse, appear to have difficulty handling the harsh spotlight and retreat into a destructive cycle of substance abuse and self-harm from which they never return.
Winehouse died at age 27 on Saturday. And though her cause of death has not been determined, it would seem with her sadly short career, which saw her rocket from obscurity in 2006 to tragic demise just five years later, she is the latest example of an artist for whom fame was to be too much, too soon.
"Anyone who is thrust into...
By Gil Kaufman
Amy Winehouse
Photo: Dave Hogan/ Getty Images
Some stars seem born to be in the spotlight, thriving in the attention and adulation of their adoring fans and finding a way to navigate the downsides of intense public scrutiny with seeming ease. Others, such as troubled singer Amy Winehouse, appear to have difficulty handling the harsh spotlight and retreat into a destructive cycle of substance abuse and self-harm from which they never return.
Winehouse died at age 27 on Saturday. And though her cause of death has not been determined, it would seem with her sadly short career, which saw her rocket from obscurity in 2006 to tragic demise just five years later, she is the latest example of an artist for whom fame was to be too much, too soon.
"Anyone who is thrust into...
- 7/28/2011
- MTV Music News
Catherine Zeta Jones made headlines yesterday with a simple announcement that she was getting treated for Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar Disorder affects about 6 million Americans, and its primary characteristic is depression. Hollyscoop talked to famed psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy, and he shed some light on how Jones will receive treatment. "[Bipolar Disorder] is treated with a combination of a good diagnosis and medication and therapy," Dr. Sophy told Hollyscoop. He added that the goal of treatment is "getting it into remission, which translates to mood stability." Now that her husband has officially beaten cancer, we're hoping achieving that stability...
- 4/14/2011
- Hollyscoop.com
HollywoodNews.com: ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star Taylor Armstrong is apparently doing everything she can to make her marriage to Russell work.
The two are allegedly going through couple’s therapy to strengthen their marriage, states RadarOnline.com. The couple is reportedly seeing Dr. Charles Sophy as they have had more problems in their relationship.
It is even being reported that when Taylor meets with Sophy on her own, some of the sessions are being filmed for the next season of ‘Housewives.’
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The two are allegedly going through couple’s therapy to strengthen their marriage, states RadarOnline.com. The couple is reportedly seeing Dr. Charles Sophy as they have had more problems in their relationship.
It is even being reported that when Taylor meets with Sophy on her own, some of the sessions are being filmed for the next season of ‘Housewives.’
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- 3/25/2011
- by Molly Sullivan
- Hollywoodnews.com
Sorry, drama-mongers; Miley Cyrus won't be providing you with any ammo as her parents proceed with their divorce. A source close to the "Can't Be Tamed" songbird reveals to People magazine that Cyrus is remaining neutral in the wake of Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus' split, and doesn't plan on airing her family's dirty laundry in public: "Miley is not taking any sides on this...She's trying to keep everything private while her family works through this." The source does say, however, that the 17-year-old "has been upset recently." Cyrus' approach is a wise one, according to psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy. Contacted by Celebuzz...
- 11/3/2010
- by Celebuzz
- Celebuzz.com
Lindsay Lohan learned today that she will dodge more jail time and return to rehab. While tough Judge Elden Fox ordered Lohan, 24, to remain at the famed Betty Ford Center through January 3, bringing her latest rehab stint to a total of about 90 days, one expert tells Celebuzz that the troubled actress should continue her treatment for much longer – to the tune of six months. “Nothing seems to be working because she’s not being treated long enough,” psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy tells Celebuzz. “Someone with a disease of this severity needs extensive work and that doesn’t happen in...
- 10/22/2010
- by Celebuzz
- Celebuzz.com
momlogic's Vivian:
The fabulous Mel B is no stranger to the spotlight. She has toured the world as a Spice Girl, performed on Broadway, hosts "Dance Your Ass Off" and has a new gig starring on her own reality show, "Mel B: It's a Scary World." The ebullient mom of two juggles kid duties and career -- just like the rest of us. How does she do it? Read on!
momlogic: You're a dancer, singer, reality star and host. What do you like doing best?
Mel B: Singing is my first passion. I am working on an album now, and it feels great to be back in the studio. I love singing, and if it were up to me, I would sing all day long. Doing my reality show has also been a lot of fun as well, but it really just boils down to having cameras follow my life.
The fabulous Mel B is no stranger to the spotlight. She has toured the world as a Spice Girl, performed on Broadway, hosts "Dance Your Ass Off" and has a new gig starring on her own reality show, "Mel B: It's a Scary World." The ebullient mom of two juggles kid duties and career -- just like the rest of us. How does she do it? Read on!
momlogic: You're a dancer, singer, reality star and host. What do you like doing best?
Mel B: Singing is my first passion. I am working on an album now, and it feels great to be back in the studio. I love singing, and if it were up to me, I would sing all day long. Doing my reality show has also been a lot of fun as well, but it really just boils down to having cameras follow my life.
- 10/5/2010
- Momlogic
The ugly battle between the families in the Bruce Beresford-Redman case just got uglier -- now Bbr is accusing his former sister-in-laws of trying to force his two children to see a shrink who does not shy away from the camera. Bbr, along with his mother and father, filed legal docs -- obtained by TMZ -- in which they object to a bid by his murdered wife's sisters to replace his children's therapist with Dr. Charles Sophy...
- 7/1/2010
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Sources say Charlie is “on board” with Brooke’s decision! Can you believe he’s giving up his sons so easily?
Brooke Mueller, 32, has officially flown the coop, RadarOnline.com is reporting. After learning that husband Charlie Sheen, 44, allegedly cheated on her (in their home!) with a woman named Angelina Tracy during his stint in rehab, she’s absolutely had it! Though Charlie denied the affair — he claimed the woman he was photographed with was “the sister of one of [his] campmates” — Brooke has apparently made up her mind. She packed up her things and moved out of her and Charlie’s home, taking one-year-old twin boys Bob and Max with her!
Brooke is reportedly getting help from her mom, who a source says is “going to help her with the move,” after flying to Los Angeles to meet her. Brooke has been keeping her distance from their home, allegedly only...
Brooke Mueller, 32, has officially flown the coop, RadarOnline.com is reporting. After learning that husband Charlie Sheen, 44, allegedly cheated on her (in their home!) with a woman named Angelina Tracy during his stint in rehab, she’s absolutely had it! Though Charlie denied the affair — he claimed the woman he was photographed with was “the sister of one of [his] campmates” — Brooke has apparently made up her mind. She packed up her things and moved out of her and Charlie’s home, taking one-year-old twin boys Bob and Max with her!
Brooke is reportedly getting help from her mom, who a source says is “going to help her with the move,” after flying to Los Angeles to meet her. Brooke has been keeping her distance from their home, allegedly only...
- 4/26/2010
- by Andy Swift
- HollywoodLife
Do you think Brooke Mueller and Charlie Sheen are better together — or apart?
Charlie Sheen and wife Brooke Mueller battled substance abuse addictions before their marriage two years ago, and relapsed most recently last Christmas. Although they love each other, is it healthy for two abusers to stay together? “If Charlie and Brooke are committed, then it’s better to work though it to become a tighter family and team,” Celebrity Rehab and Sober House psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy tells HollywoodLife.com, “It’s also important for them to look back and see they’ve had this pattern before. They have to get it together or they will continue like this.”
Brooke, 32, has checked out of Two rehab facilities in the last few months. After leaving both The Canyon rehab facility and Two Dreams Outer Banks, she’s now being monitored at her home in Los Angeles. Similarly, Charlie, 44, unwillingly...
Charlie Sheen and wife Brooke Mueller battled substance abuse addictions before their marriage two years ago, and relapsed most recently last Christmas. Although they love each other, is it healthy for two abusers to stay together? “If Charlie and Brooke are committed, then it’s better to work though it to become a tighter family and team,” Celebrity Rehab and Sober House psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy tells HollywoodLife.com, “It’s also important for them to look back and see they’ve had this pattern before. They have to get it together or they will continue like this.”
Brooke, 32, has checked out of Two rehab facilities in the last few months. After leaving both The Canyon rehab facility and Two Dreams Outer Banks, she’s now being monitored at her home in Los Angeles. Similarly, Charlie, 44, unwillingly...
- 3/1/2010
- by Chloe Melas
- HollywoodLife
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