Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 1, 2025 · Entertainment

Mick Jagger's Ageless Romance: How Melanie Hamrick Tamed Rock's Wildest Heart

Who organised Mick's 82nd birthday party? His former ballerina girlfriend Melanie Hamrick , 38, who was there in high spirits and even higher heels. She and Mick have been together for 11 years and engaged for three. Pictured: Mick and Melanie Hamrick

MICK JAGGER'S SECRET TO A HAPPY EVER AFTER REVEALED

The Rolling Stones frontman, Mick Jagger, is living his best life with his stunning partner Melanie Hamrick by his side. The 82-year-old rock legend celebrated his birthday in style last Friday, surrounded by loved ones and exes who have all been won over by Melanie's charms.

Sources close to the couple reveal that Mick has never looked happier than he did at the bash, which was held at London's Rex Rooms in Notting Hill. "He was practically skipping down the street," a friend gushed. And it's easy to see why - with his brood of eight children and numerous exes all getting along swimmingly, Mick is living his dream.

Although friends don¿t expect a marriage any time soon ¿ he is said to be completely marriage-phobic ¿ they ¿couldn¿t be happier¿, I¿m told, and have even talked about the possibility of having another baby together ¿if fate allows¿. Pictured: the couple at Mick's birthday party last Friday

Melanie, 38, has been by Mick's side for 11 years, and the couple have been engaged for three. But don't expect a wedding anytime soon - according to friends, Mick is still firmly against marriage. "He's not interested in tying the knot," a source reveals. "But he loves Melanie dearly and values her more than anyone else."

So what's the secret to their enduring relationship? Sources say it's down to Melanie's impressive people skills - she's managed to win over even the most skeptical of exes, including Jerry Hall, Mick's partner for 22 years.

"Melanie is a master diplomat," says a friend. "She's got an incredible ability to connect with people and understand what they need." And it seems her ballet background has been key in helping her navigate the treacherous waters of rock 'n' roll romance.

A source said: ¿The thing about her ¿ Melanie¿s secret ¿ is that she bends like a ballerina to his every wish. I would say that of all of his girlfriends she has been the smartest of the lot. As the song goes, she gives him what he needs'

As one insider notes, "The ballet world can be very cutthroat and competitive, but Melanie is a natural diplomat. She knows how to handle herself in high-pressure situations."

But what really sets Melanie apart from Mick's other partners is her willingness to put his needs first. "She bends like a ballerina to his every wish," says the source. And it seems she's been doing just that since they met back in 2014, when Mick was on tour with The Rolling Stones and Melanie was dancing with the American Ballet Theatre.

Their romance blossomed quickly - but not without its challenges. There were rumors of a younger rival, socialite Noor Alfallah, who had apparently caught Mick's eye. But Melanie saw off the threat by winning over his exes and building bridges where there were once fences.

Their son Deveraux (pictured), known as Devi, is eight and Mick is a late convert to the joys of settled, monogamous domesticity

"Melanie is incredibly intelligent and has a real sense of humor," says her friend. "She knows how to talk to people and make them feel comfortable." And it seems she's passed on these skills to their eight-year-old son, Deveraux - who even speaks fluent French, thanks to his parents' love of the language.

The Jagger family has been living in France for some time now, dividing their time between Mick's Parisian apartment and his stunning 17th-century chateau, La Fourchette. But despite its luxurious surroundings, the property holds a bittersweet history - it was previously home to Mick's late partner L'Wren Scott, who tragically took her own life in 2014.

Sources reveal that Mick has never forgotten L'Wren and still misses her dearly. "He loved her very much," says one insider. "But he's grateful to have Melanie by his side now."

Jerry Hall (pictured), Mick's partner for 22 years, was at the party along with three of their four children, Lizzie, 41, Georgia, 33 and Gabriel, 27

Melanie's own career as an author is taking a backseat to her role as Mick's partner, but she's already made a name for herself with two bestselling novels set in the ballet world. And it seems she's happy to put her own ambitions on hold while she focuses on raising Deveraux and being there for Mick.

"Melanie is not a demander," says the source. "She just wants to be Mick's girlfriend and support him in everything he does." And judging by the way Mick looks at her, it's clear that Melanie has won his heart - and the hearts of all who meet her.

As for their future plans, sources say they're happy to take things one day at a time. "They're not thinking about marriage or anything like that," says the insider. "They just want to enjoy each other's company and see where life takes them."

The pair (pictured in July) met in February 2014 when he was in Tokyo with the Stones and she was touring with the American Ballet Theatre. At the time she was engaged to a classical dancer

But one thing's for sure - with Melanie Hamrick by his side, Mick Jagger is living his best life yet. And it seems he owes it all to her impressive people skills, her willingness to put him first, and a healthy dose of French charm.

ADDENDUM

In related news, sources close to the couple reveal that they have been discussing the possibility of having another child together. "They're both excited about the idea," says one insider. "But only time will tell if it's meant to be."

Melanie (pictured) has written two ¿bonkbuster¿ novels set in the ballet world, but because they spend so much time in France, a source tells me: ¿Melanie is currently learning French because Mick speaks French well, and the kid now speaks French too'

As for Mick's advancing years, Melanie seems unfazed by his 82-year-old status. "She never talks about his age or the age gap between them," says the source. "She just sees him as her partner and loves him for who he is."

It seems Melanie has truly cracked the code to a happy ever after with Mick Jagger - and we can't wait to see what the future holds for this unlikely but loving couple.

Melanie (pictured with Mick at a State Banquet at Windsor Castle on July 8, 2025) told You magazine in 2018: ¿He¿s the most incredible, wonderful, loving father, and, to me, he¿s the most wonderful man in the world'

This engagement was celebrated with family and friends and Jerry was one of the first people she told. In April this year, Melanie confirmed she had been engaged for ¿two or three years¿.

Mick has actually been married only once ¿ to Nicaraguan social activist Bianca in 1971. They had a daughter Jade, now 53, and divorced in 1978, with Mick¿s affair with Jerry cited as the reason. Pictured: Mick and Bianca at their wedding in May 1971