Mel B erupts after Zara McDermott's age comment during The Wheel

In a recent episode of the popular game show The Wheel, Love Island star Zara McDermott found herself in an awkward situation when she was asked about her feelings towards the iconic girl band, the Spice Girls. The incident took place during a taping of the show, where host Michael McIntyre posed the question to the 27-year-old, prompting her to respond by saying, 'I was a little bit young...' This casual remark implied a reference to her youth during the Spice Girls' height of fame, which did not sit well with Mel B, one of the band's original members. At the age of 49, Mel B was noticeably taken aback by the comment, feeling it was a slight at her age. In an immediate reaction, she shouted, 'Alright! Alright!' while throwing her hands in the air and rolling her eyes, much to the amusement of those present, including the studio audience. The comic relief provided by Michael McIntyre helped ease the tension after Mel B's outburst, as he referenced how much the exchange seemed to have upset her, maintaining a light and humorous atmosphere amidst the unfolding drama. Despite the unforeseen tension, Zara struggled to provide any assistance on the subsequent question, which was about the first line of a specific Spice Girls song. Zara, who was only four years old when the group disbanded in 2001, ultimately did not contribute to the contestant's success, though the contestant was fortunate enough to guess the correct answer. Meanwhile, this episode is part of the ongoing season of The Wheel, which recently faced changes in its broadcasting schedule, with no Christmas special planned for 2024, a significant alteration from previous years, further emphasizing how the show's format and presentations are evolving over time.