"Phoenix Chi Shares Bullying Struggles as Mel B's Daughter and Embraces Her DJ Dreams"

Phoenix Chi, the daughter of Spice Girl Mel B, has shared her experiences with bullying during her school years, revealing that life as the daughter of a celebrity was far more challenging than it appeared. Despite her mother's fame, Phoenix struggled socially in school but has since found success in her career.

Phoenix Discusses the Bullies and Struggles of Growing Up

In an exclusive interview with The Mirror, Phoenix Chi, 25, recounted her difficult school experiences, explaining that being the daughter of a famous mother came with its own set of challenges. Despite Mel B's fame, school was a lonely place for Phoenix, who found it hard to make friends. At one point, the bullying escalated to the formation of a 'We Hate Phoenix' club at her school in the United States, demonstrating the intensity of her struggles.

Coping with Identity and Bullying in School

Phoenix reflected on her time in school, noting that the bullying was exacerbated by her race and personal attributes. She stated, "I was a coloured girl, I had big hair, I was loud. Some kids just don't like that and I was bullied all throughout schooling. It sucked." However, with time, she learned to develop a thicker skin and gained perspective on those formative experiences.

Mel B's Influence and Their Close Relationship

Phoenix is the firstborn child of Mel B, conceived during her brief marriage to Dutch dancer Jimmy Gulzar. The former Spice Girl, who has two other daughters, Angel Murphy Brown and Madison Brown Belafonte, has described Phoenix as 'very wise.' Their strong bond is evident, with Phoenix often dressing up as her mother from her iconic Scary Spice era.

Phoenix's New Documentary and the Impacts of Nepotism

In her upcoming Channel 4 documentary, Born In The Limelight: Nepo Babies UNTOLD, Phoenix addresses the realities of growing up as a child of a celebrity. Despite recognizing that her mother's fame has opened doors for her, she emphasizes that aspiring artists without such connections can face significant challenges. The documentary captures her journey as she investigates the creative industry, revealing the advantages she has unintentionally gained due to her last name.

Challenges Faced While Filming the Documentary

While attempting to highlight the disparities in the creative landscape, Phoenix invited 90 "nepo-babies" to participate in her documentary, but received limited participation, with only Jack Keating, son of Ronan Keating, agreeing to join. Phoenix expressed her frustration over the reluctance of others to share their experiences, noting, "The fact that people are kind of shying away from the fact I feel like it's a bit ridiculous."

Aiming for Greater Understanding of 'Nepo Babies'

Phoenix intends for her documentary to foster understanding of the challenges faced by those labeled as 'nepo-babies.' She commented, "Don't always be mad at nepotism babies because if you were in their shoes you might do the same thing." This initiative follows her recent appearance on Celebrity Gogglebox with her mother and reflects her ongoing efforts to navigate the complexities of fame and family.

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