Conor McGregor became a father, Niall Horan saw his solo career take off, and Saoirse Ronan was an award-winning Ladybird. Those were some of the positives celebwise in 2017, writes Kelly O’Brien.

Here's your lunchtime news bulletin.

Mel B has wiped out her multimillion Spice Girls' fortune, a court was told, as the former pop star appeared at her bitter divorce battle for the first time.

Here's your morning bulletin.

‘And if we had to, we’d pee on any one of you’ - if you get that reference we are officially best friends.

Geri Horner has confirmed the Spice Girls have had "talks" about marking the 20th anniversary of their debut single 'Wannabe' and first album 'Spice'.

What's on telly?

Emma Bunton has cast doubt on reports that the Spice Girls are set to reunite next year.

The Spice Girls are reforming for a world tour - without Victoria Beckham.

Your guide to tonight's telly.

A war of words has erupted between Louis Walsh and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini after he branded the star “lazy”.

Mel B's management have rubbished claims she was axed from 'The X Factor' because of her husband Stephen Belafonte.

Apparently, the rapper has had a few chats with Simon Cowell.

Mel B thinks someone is trying to "wreck her marriage".

Mel B insists Stephen Belafonte "would never lay a hand" on her.

Simon Cowell has vowed to support Mel B through her marital troubles.

Also quick to show his support to Mel in the wake of her split from Stephen is her fellow 'X Factor' judge and show boss Simon Cowell.

Mel B’s husband Stephen Belafonte has said he feels he has been the victim of a “witch-hunt” amid reports the pair had split.

"Stephen is playing hard to get and hoping that by leaving the country Mel will give in and agree to have him back."

X Factor judge Mel B spoke of having a “big row” with her husband in an interview, as reports suggested that she had left him.

The onetime Scary Spice has been at the centre of gossip all week after she was rushed to hospital with a mystery illness as rumours about her marriage abound. Is it any of our business asks, Suzanne Harrington

Mel B has reportedly walked out on her husband Stephen Belafonte with their seven-year marriage on "life support".

X Factor judge Mel B’s husband has publicly denied hitting his wife after her return to The X Factor sparked speculation about the cause of her mystery illness.

Van driver Ben Haenow is on the road to music stardom tonight after he was named winner of The X Factor.

The X Factor final drew its lowest UK audience for a decade last night - trailing its BBC1 rival Strictly Come Dancing by more than a million viewers.

X-Factor final - here is what we know already

Fleur East ruled the X Factor stage in last night’s semi-final with Simon Cowell hailing her feisty performance as one of the top three in the show’s 10-year history.

Your spoiler free guide to tonight's TV.

We have all the love for this woman - a worthy winner.

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Mel B reportedly had a furious bust-up after the 'X Factor' results show on Sunday.

Mel B dated a woman for four years.

What's on the tellybox tonight? These gems, for starters.

Totes Awks

Call centre worker Stevi Ritchie was voted off X Factor tonight, leaving only five acts remaining.

Check out our spoiler-free guide to the best of tonight's TV.

Simon Cowell is reportedly sick of Louis Walsh winding people up.

Simon Cowell has apologised to Andrea Faustini and Lauren Platt for his harsh criticism.

Jay James has been eliminated from 'The X Factor' after the decision went to a public vote.

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini will choose between becoming a mother and returning as a judge on 'The X Factor' next year.

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini has been offered a new 'X Factor' contract worth at least £2m (€2.4m).

What to watch on telly tonight.

Former Spice Girls singer Mel B experimented with women "for a few years".

From X Factor to I'm a Celeb?

AMAL CLOONEY has been pitted against EMMA WATSON and CARA DELEVINGNE for a British Style Award.