Mick Jagger’s girlfriend fires back at critics over age-gap romance.
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Mick Jagger’s girlfriend has one message for critics: “mind your own business.”
Mick and Melanie’s romance explained. 
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Their relationship started with a simple fist bump at a Tokyo concert—yes, seriously.
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At the time, Mick was still dating fashion designer L’Wren Scott.
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Just one month later, tragedy struck when L’Wren took her own life.
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Mick was heartbroken, and his grief was widely documented in the media.
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However, by that summer, rumors of his connection with Melanie began to swirl.
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It wasn’t long before the world saw the chemistry between the Rolling Stones frontman and the ballerina.
Melanie’s curiosity explained. 
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While some might have been dazzled by Mick’s rockstar status, Melanie wasn’t starstruck.
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In fact, she says the opposite: she was more intrigued by the person, not the fame.
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She explained that ballerinas often meet celebrities but don’t always recognize them.
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But Mick’s energy caught her attention—they connected through their shared love of performing.
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“Mick isn’t a ballet dancer, but he’s a dancer and performer, so we understand each other’s worlds,” she said.
Mick and Melanie’s bond highlighted. 
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The couple welcomed their son, Deveraux, in 2016, Mick’s eighth child and Melanie’s first.
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Deveraux—lovingly called Devi—has brought the pair even closer, with Melanie noting how much joy he brings them.
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The unconventional family dynamic hasn’t stopped tongues from wagging, especially considering Mick’s long list of romantic partners.
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But Hamrick’s response to the criticism is as graceful as her ballet moves—she simply doesn’t care.
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Melanie Hamrick, 37, didn’t hold back when addressing backlash about her relationship with the rock legend.
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With a 44-year age gap between the couple, some fans have raised eyebrows.
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But the ballerina says their age difference is the least of her concerns.
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She explained that people always have opinions, but they don’t faze her.
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“I don’t think about it,” she said in an interview with The Times.
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She added, “If you think about others’ opinions, you’ll analyze everything, and it’ll drive you crazy.”
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In her words: “People can mind their own business.”
Mick and Melanie thrive despite critics. 
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Despite the naysayers, Melanie and Mick have remained a solid couple.
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Jagger, known for his wild days as a rockstar, seems to have found peace in his relationship with the ballerina.
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And Melanie? She’s thriving in her own right as a world-class dancer.
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Her dedication to her craft keeps her focused on what matters—both on stage and off.
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As for their son, the 8-year-old has his father’s signature Jagger swagger, and Melanie couldn’t be prouder.
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The pair keep their relationship largely private, but Hamrick occasionally gives a glimpse into their personal life.
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And the recurring message? They’re happy, and that’s all that matters.
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So, if you’ve got something to say about their age gap—well, you know what Melanie would tell you.
