A Brief Introduction to Melissa Schuman
Melissa Schuman is a multi-talented actress and singer who first stepped into the limelight in 1997 with a minor role as Erica Barker in the film ‘Tiger.’ She then transitioned into a singing career, gaining fame as a member of the girl band ‘Dream.’ The teen band produced two platinum hits, ‘This is Me’ and ‘He Loves You Not.’ Besides her singing career, Schuman has also made a name for herself in the film industry and on television. Let’s dive into five lesser-known facts about Melissa Schuman.
1. Melissa Schuman’s Marriage to Brandon Henschel
Melissa Schuman has been married to dancer Brandon Henschel since June 7, 2006. The couple tied the knot at the Prado at Balboa Park in San Diego, California, and later enjoyed a honeymoon in Hawaii. They announced their pregnancy via Twitter and welcomed their son, Elin Elijah Henschel, into the world on July 18, 2010.
2. Schuman’s Rape Allegations Against Nick Carter
In November 2017, Melissa Schuman made headlines when she accused singer Nick Carter of raping her. The allegations stem from an alleged incident in 2002 when Schuman claims Carter invited her back to his apartment and attempted to perform oral sex. Schuman says she refused to reciprocate, which led to the alleged rape. Carter has vehemently denied these claims.
3. The Formation and Disbandment of Lady Phoenix
In 2008, Schuman and her former Dream bandmate, Ashley Poole, formed a new girl group called ‘Lady Phoenix.’ They announced their plans to audition for additional members through a reality show. However, by 2012, Schuman revealed that the group had disbanded for two reasons: Ashley Poole’s decision to leave and the lack of interest from television networks in picking up their reality show concept.
4. Schuman’s Participation in the Dream Reunion
In 2015, a mini-reunion of the teen band Dream took place, featuring all the original bandmates. The group posted a video online of them performing an a cappella version of their 2000 single ‘He Loves You Not.’ The video went viral, garnering over 23,000 views and attracting attention from Perez Hilton, MTV, Seventeen Magazine, and other media outlets. As part of their comeback, Dream also participated in the My2K Tour, performing in 39 states across the United States alongside Boyz II Men, Ryan Cabera, Paula Abdul, and 98 Degrees.
5. Schuman’s Unreleased Solo Single and Album
In 2002, Melissa Schuman announced her departure from Dream to focus on a solo singing career and pursue acting opportunities. She created a single called ‘Don’t’ and an album titled ‘Stereotyped.’ However, both the single and album were scrapped and later released on iTunes in 2010.
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