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Meet Melika Payne, Bobby Brown’s Ex-Girlfriend, and Carl Payne’s Wife

MeshackBy MeshackJune 2, 20234 Mins Read
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Melika Payne is one of those female media personalities who became famous because of their husband. She is also the mother of movie actor and director Landon Brown. Landon is her only son with R&B singer Bobby Brown whom she dated in the ’80s.

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  • Who Is Melika Payne?
  • Melika Payne’s Marriage With Carl Anthony Payne
  • Melika Payne’s Children

Here’s a look at Melika Payne’s life, past relationship, and marriage with Carl Anthony Payne. 

Who Is Melika Payne?

Melika Payne is an African-American media personality born on April 10, 1969, in Los Angeles, California. She is also known as Melika Williams. She has been married to Carl Anthony Payne for over 30 years. Melika had a romantic relationship with R&B singer Bobby Brown, with whom she shares her son Landon Brown. 

Melika and Carl Payne Jr. first crossed paths in 1992 during one of Martin Lawrence’s sitcom shows. After developing a connection, they married in December of that year. Their wedding ceremony was a beautiful celebration attended by their close friends and family.

Melika and Carl Anthony Payne. (Source: Instagram/@la_inspire)

Some would argue that Melika’s life is eclipsed by her relationships with her ex, Bobby Brown, and her marriage with Carl Anthony Payne, partly because both are famous and accomplished in their fields.

However, Melika has been determined and successful in carving a path for herself outside of her husband’s or ex’s shadows. Melika has found a footing in acting, earning a name for herself with her Bobby Brown Story TV series performance.

Melika Payne’s Marriage With Carl Anthony Payne

Following their wedding in 1992, Melika and Carl were blessed with two children, Carl Jr. and Malek, who became loving younger siblings to Melika’s son with Bobby Brown, Landon.

Landon Brown was merely five years old at their marriage, and Carl embraced him and became his stepfather. Coincidentally, in the same year, Landon Brown’s father married the iconic “Queen of Pop,” Whitney Houston.

Melika and Carl Anthony Payne. (Source: Instagram/@thecarlpayne)

Carl Anthony Payne, the husband of Melika Payne, is a multi-talented American actor, director, and producer. He has garnered recognition for his notable portrayals, including the iconic character Cole Brown on the FOX sitcom Martin, Walter “Cockroach” Bradley, and the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show.

Additionally, Carl has showcased his acting prowess through roles such as Carl on Rock Me Baby, Curtis on the sitcom George Lopez (2002–2003), and Myles Wilson on Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan. His versatile performances have solidified his presence in television and entertainment.

Melika’s marriage to Carl was, at a point, on the verge of collapse. In 2012 she initiated divorce proceedings by filing a petition in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The filing was based on irreconcilable differences, and Melika requested sole physical custody of their children, Carl Jr. and Malek. Some think that her husband’s transition to acting might have been the main trigger for the divorce.

Carl Anthony Payne. (Source: Pinterest)

However, fortunately for Carl, she reconsidered and withdrew the petition, and the couple pulled through. Following the withdrawal of the petition, Carl would base his comedy shows on love and marriage. His shows were spent teaching couples how to save their marriage with dice of comics and comedy.

Melika Payne’s Children

Malek, the youngest son of Melika and Carl, is carving his path in the entertainment industry, just like his father. He shared the screen with his father in the 2017 film Misguided Behavior, which sheds light on the harsh reality of bullying in American high schools and its impact on teenagers.

Melika Payne’s Sons, Carl Junior, and Landon Brown. (Source: Instagram/@la_inspire)

Meanwhile, Melika’s eldest son, Landon, has inherited his father Bobby Brown’s musical talent, proving to be a gifted singer-songwriter. Landon has a successful music career.

He has also ventured into acting, showcasing his acting skills in films like The Nightmare Pill. He has even appeared on the TV show Rock the Cradle. Landon continues to explore his talents in music and acting, and he is also a successful entrepreneur.

Melika Payne has been an inspirational figure in her family and Hollywood. She has raised fine children and taught them the value of family.

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