Born : February 23, 1971, Swindon, Wiltshire, England.
Worked 6 months as a flight attendant for Britannia Airlines.
She modeled for an ad campaign for a local double-glazing firm, Glevum Windows.
The posters caused a stir, and the Advertising Standards Authority banned the campaign.
Signed with modeling agent Yvonne Paul.
Became the "Face of Channel 5".
Later, she hosted her own show, "Melinda's Big Night In".