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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 10, 2020 • ISSUE 2007

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his is my last Ed’s letter for OK! as the mag’s actual Editor, Shari, comes back from maternity leave this week.

I’m sad to be leaving the great team and the wonderful magazine, and I’m devastated to be going without the celeb-filled delights of a day in the office! Better go out with a bang then, right?

How about Nicole Kidman’s best body ever (p16), Duchess

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Meghan revealing how she feels about moving on from the royal family (p18) and the news Kate Hudson could be expecting again (p64)?

Add in some shocking Bieber news (p66) and a look at the incredible cast for Survivor: All Stars (p74), and I’d say this is an issue anyone would be proud to go out on!

See you around!

CLAIRE ISAAC ACTING EDITOR

MAKE STYLING THIS SUMMER A BREEZE

COUPLE GOALS! They may have skipped the red carpet at the Grammys, but Beyoncé and Jay-Z were serving up some serious poses at Roc Nation’s The Brunch celebration in Los Angeles.

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NEWS

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Fans mourn the loss of NBA star Kobe How Nicole got her best body ever!

Meghan finally breaks her silence Angelina’s revenge on Brad and Jen Have Sandra and Bryan secretly tied the knot?

Kate’s expecting again with baby daddy Danny Selena admits to being emotionally abused

STAR STYLE

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Fashion: Make styling this summer a breeze The hottest looks from celebrities this week Beauty: Natural hair texture is back!

Health: Are you snaccident prone?

Wellness: Meditations for any mood Food: Kate Hudson’s crowd faves Travel: Hidden Aussie swim stars

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Home: We’re crushing on these red hues…

FEATURES

most quirky 68 The celebrity baby names Why Renée is one of 70 Hollywood’s chameleons

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Hot pics: Behind-thescenes photos of the stars This week: The celebrity news you need to know Puzzles: Fun celebrity crosswords Horoscopes: Your week in the stars

ENTERTAINMENT

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Survivor’s top contenders dish on their tactics Colin reveals why his MKR team is set to win

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0 SLAY QUEEN! Ariana Grande made a, a er, grand entrance in ore Giambattista Valli, befo taking to the stage to om perform a few f tracks fro d the album that earned her five nods.

Get your fix of all the frocks, shocks and goss from this year’s Grammy Awards…

Sophie Turner looked lovely in Louis Vuitton while on hand to cheer on hubby Joe Jonas

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He just went public with his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis, but that didn’t stop Ozzy Osbourne from attending with daughter Kelly

BILLIE’S BIG NIGHT Her Grammys debut was nothing short of incredible, with Billie taking out five awards, including the night’s four biggest prizes. ‘FIVE ARE YOU KIDDING,’ she said of her wins.

Lil Nas X didn’t go unnoticed in vibrant Versace and his signature cowboy hat

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he Grammy Awards always up the style ante and 2020’s music night of nights was certainly no exception!

The event kicked off with a bang, with stars donning their most daring and wildest outfits on the red carpet to get people talking. Could you be any more extra, Ariana Grande?!

Meanwhile, Grammy first-timer Lizzo amped up the crowd with a medley of her hits Cuz I Love You and Truth Hurts.

Although many thought it was the singer’s night to shine, having scored eight nominations, Billie Eilish reigned supreme. The 18-year-old won five awards including Best New Artist, Album of the Year and Song of the Year for Bad Guy. Amazing!

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Dua Lipa went ’90s chic, complete with blue eyeshadow

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Alessandra Ambrosio stunned in Balmain

‘Thank you for all the love,’ said an emotional Demi Lovato after performing Anyone

Chrissy Teigen rocked Yanina while hubby John Legend wore a statement Alexander McQueen suit

Priyanka Chopra and her hubby Nick Jonas brought a whole lot of glam to the red carpet Usher and FKA Twigs honoured Prince’s legacy during the show

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GRAMMYS 2020

Gwen Stefani and her beau Blake Shelton brought their romance to the stage with their performance of Nobody But You

‘Beautiful, sexy,’ gushed a fan of Heidi Klum’s Dundas gown. We agree!

DATE NIGHT She walked the red carpet alone, but Camila Cabello and beau Shawn Mendes rocked the afterparty by singing One Direction’s Steal My Girl together.

Camila’s Versace dress transformed into a mini later on 7

The make-up mogul’s backyard was completely transformed into a butterfly sanctuary

STORMI’S

Kylie Jenner treats her little one to the most epic butterfly bash

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THIS WEEK

BEST WISHES ‘Each day is a blessing with you,’ gushed proud mama Kylie on Insta of Stormi’s cute celebration.

‘Thank you God for these moments.’

The toddler donned a dress fit for a princess!

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ylie Jenner’s daughter Stormi Webster is two years old! And in typical Kardashian fashion, the make-up mogul couldn’t resist letting the occasion go without a party to trump all other parties!

The 22-year-old reality star transformed her Hidden Hills mansion’s backyard into a stunning butterfly oasis for her little one’s second birthday party– complete with a fairy-dust station, butterfly swing, personalised ball pit, butterfly-shaped food and a stunning purple and cream floral display.

Kylie’s ex-beau and baby daddy Travis Scott, 27, was also on hand to help the toddler celebrate, with the reality star

sharing a picture of Stormi and the rapper playing on the swing together.

Kylie’s sister Khloé Kardashian also joined in on the fun alongside her 21-month-old daughter True, niece Dream, three, and sister Kim’s two-year-old daughter Chicago.

And no expenses were spared for the extravagant fairytale event, with the billionaire reportedly forking out over $150,000 on her little girl’s big day.

Stormi, who actually turns two on February 1, couldn’t hide her joy as she twirled around in her pink fairy dress, with her cousin True coordinating in her own purple tutu. Seriously Stormi, you’re too cute to even handle!

BIRTHDAY!

Kylie shared this sweet snap of Stormi getting pushed on a swing by her dad

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FINAL PRAYERS Kobe and Gigi attended a Catholic mass at a church near their Newport Beach home hours before they died in the tragic helicopter crash.

The Sikorsky S-76 crashed into a Calabasas hillside after flying in fog

KOBE BRYANT

DEATH OF A LEGEND Celebrities and fans grieve the loss of a star

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he sports world was in mourning this week as former professional basketballer Kobe Bryant was tragically killed in a helicopter crash along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna (‘Gigi’).

The pair were on their way to the LA Lakers star’s Mamba Academy for Gigi’s basketball game on January 26 when the

CELEBS SPEAK OUT Former US president Barack Obama, Justin Bieber, Alicia Keys, Ellen DeGeneres, Gigi Hadid and Lizzo were among many who flooded social media with tributes to the basketball legend.

chopper came down not far from Kourtney Kardashian’s Calabasas home, after flying in thick fog. Six others as well as the pilot also perished.

Kobe, 41, leaves behind wife Vanessa, 37, and daughters Natalia, 17, Bianka, three, and Capri, seven months.

Other players and A-listers paid tribute to the much-loved star. ‘He was a fierce competitor, one of the greats of the game and a creative force,’ said Michael Jordan, while Reese Witherspoon shared on Twitter, ‘Just devastated.’

Friends say Kobe and Vanessa had a pact ‘never to fly together’

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CHANNING HITS BACK! ‘Ain’t (nobody) more stunning and beautiful to look at… than Jess,’ the actor wrote.

CHANNING&JESSIE

BACK ON! Kobe won five NBA championships in his 20year career before retiring in 2016

Well, that was fast! Just weeks after calling time on their relationship, Channing Tatum and Jessie J have found their way back into each other’s arms. Yay! ‘They took a few weeks apart but ultimately decided they really care about each other,’ tells an insider of the couple. ‘[They] seem very happy to be spending time together again.’

Channing, 39, and Jessie, 31 – who called

it quits back in November after dating for over a year – confirmed their reconciliation by hitting the red carpet together at Clive Davis’ preGrammys bash, and sharing a series of social media posts.

The actor was later forced to clapback at a troll, who implied he was better off with his ex-wife Jenna Dewan, 39, than Jessie. ‘It’s hurtful and I ain’t about it,’ the Magic Mike star said.

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THIS WEEK

AN OPEN BOOK The star says she also touches on her parents’ divorce, past relationships and her life with husband Eric Johnson and their three kids – Maxwell, seven, Ace, six, and Birdie, 10 months.

JESSICA SIMPSON

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The star reveals her addiction issues, past traumas and what saved her

he’s lived most of her life in the spotlight, thanks to an impressive catalogue of music, movies, TV shows and side hustles. But there’s plenty of things fans don’t yet know about Jessica Simpson, and that’s why her new memoir Open Book is so powerful – with the star lifting the lid for the first time on her struggles with addiction and trauma.

In extracts from her book – which will hit shelves on February 4 – the 39-year-old opens up about turning to alcohol and prescription medication to cope with the sexual abuse she suffered as a child. ‘I was killing myself with all the drinking and pills,’ Jessica admits in her memoir.

The abuse started when she was just six years old, while sharing a bed with the daughter of a family friend.

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‘It would start with tickling my back and then go into things that were extremely uncomfortable,’ she writes.

This led to Jess’ reliance on booze and pills, with the star hitting rock bottom in 2017 after not being able to help her kids get ready for a Halloween party due to her being so inebriated.

‘I was terrified of letting them see me in that shape,’ Jess admits.

But the star has since turned her life around, giving birth to her third child, Birdie Mae, last year. ‘Giving up the alcohol was easy,’ she recalls. ‘I was mad at the bottle.’ How brave, Jess!

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MICHELLE BRIDGES

‘I’M SO EMBARRASSED’ Michelle Bridges has expressed her shame over being caught drink driving with her fiveyear-old son Axel in the car.

The 49-year-old was breath tested by police on January 26. She later explained she’s been going through a ‘difficult time’ following her split from Steve ‘Commando’ Willis, 43.

‘This behaviour is inexcusable, and I’m absolutely devastated and embarrassed to find myself in this position.

It’s been a very difficult

time for me the last few weeks dealing with the break-up of my longterm relationship,’ the former Biggest Loser trainer said. Michelle is due to appear in court on February 18.

Michelle and Steve began dating in 2013

Michelle says she ‘deeply regrets’ breaking the law

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AMY SCHUMER

THREESOME WITH HER EX! Amy Schumer and hubby Chris Fischer have got themselves a new roommate… her ex-beau!

Kyle Dunnigan – who Amy briefly dated, and who also appeared in her 2015 film Trainwreck – has revealed he’s moved into the couple’s New York home while they work on her new series Love, Beth.

Taylor’s doco also details her mum Andrea’s battle with cancer

‘[Her apartment] is beautiful. If you saw it, you’d stay,’ Kyle told radio host Howard Stern.

‘I’ve been there for a month and a half...

She’s been very cool.’

But Amy, 38, and Chris, 40, might want to watch out! ‘I’m supposed to leave in three weeks, but I don’t think I’m going to,’ Kyle joked. Awks!

With the couple’s eight-month-old baby boy Gene also taking residence, we’re sure it’s starting to feel like a full house!

TAYLOR SWIFT

SHOCK

TOO CLOSE? Despite dating Amy, Kyle says her hubby Chris is totally cool about the unusual living arrangement. ‘We bro out,’ he says.

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Taylor Swift gets candid about overcoming an eating disorder in her new documentary Miss Americana – which is set to premiere on Netflix on January 31.

In the ‘raw’ film, Taylor admits she struggled to not criticise her body after seeing pictures of her figure every day.

When her ‘tummy was too big, or... someone said that I looked pregnant’ would trigger the singer to ‘just starve a little bit’.

‘[I would] just stop eating,’ she explains.

The star also reveals her lack of eating got so bad that she would often feel faint while performing.

‘I thought that I was supposed to feel like I was going to pass out at the end of a show, or in the middle of it,’ Taylor divulges in the doco.

‘Now I realise, no, if you eat food, have energy, get stronger, you can do all these shows and not feel (exhausted).’

THIS WEEK

RIHANNA & DRAKE

BACK TOGETHER? PON DE REPLAY Just two years ago, Drake revealed he wanted to ‘start a family’ with Rihanna, with the singer responding by saying she was ‘flattered’.

Aww!

PAMELA ANDERSON

TIES THE KNOT Could the fifth time be the charm for serial bride Pamela Anderson?

The former Baywatch babe surprised fans by tying the knot with producer Jon Peters in a private ceremony in Malibu on January 20.

The 52-year-old first dated Jon, 74, after meeting at the Playboy Mansion in the ’80s.

And the couple decided to marry after reuniting in recent months.

‘There are beautiful girls everywhere. I could have my pick, but – for 35 years – I’ve only wanted Pamela,’ Jon shared in a statement.

‘She makes me wild – in a good way.’

The nuptials marks the fifth wedding for both parties. Pamela was previously married to rockers Tommy Lee and Kid Rock, and pro poker player Rick Salomon... twice!

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Rihanna didn’t waste any time finding a shoulder to lean on following her split from her billionaire beau Hassan Jameel.

The 31-year-old singer was spotted reconnecting with old flame Drake, 33, at a concert in New York.

Rihanna and Saudi businessman Hassan, 31, had been inseparable since hooking up in 2017, declaring their love with PDA-heavy vacations to Paris before their sudden break-up on January 17.

And it wasn’t long before she was being comforted by her ex-beau – with RiRi’s reunion with Drake taking place the very same day. Interesting!

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HOW NICOLE KI

GOT HER B BODY EV This inspirational A-lister is turning 53 this year – not that you’d know it!

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aws dropped when a bikiniclad Nicole Kidman hit the beach in Sydney with her family during her recent summer holiday in Australia.

‘She looked absolutely amazing!’ recalls an onlooker, adding that everyone was in awe of the 52-year old’s incredible physique. ‘She was toned and fit, and seemed so happy and confident.’ With good reason.

‘Nicole’s told friends she’s never looked or felt better in her life,’ a source tells OK!, adding that the Bombshell actress’ secret is surprisingly simple. ‘She’s never been a fan of extreme dieting, and admits that she doesn’t think twice before reaching for a treat. But thanks to exercise, like yoga, Pilates and an occasional spin class,’ the source explains, ‘she’s able to keep herself in top shape – and proudly rock a bikini in style.’

NICOLE: ‘EVERYTHING IN MODERATION’

‘I’m just not someone who believes in denial,’ says Nicole, adding that she doesn’t shy away from junk food on Keith’s tour bus when they’re on the road. But the rest of the time Nicole follows the 80/20 rule, filling up on oats or a smoothie for breakfast and lean protein, salads, vegies and fruit snacks for her other meals.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

At 180cm tall, Nicole is a size 6-8 and usually weighs 58kg

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When it comes to her meal plan, Nicole doesn’t stress. ‘I’m actually not that strict,’ confesses the star, who eats ‘pretty much anything’ she wants, but in moderation. ‘[My diet] walks a path that’s 80 per cent healthy, 20 per cent [indulgence].’

In addition to starting each morning with a nutritious breakfast – she loves oatmeal, bananas and protein smoothies – Nicole takes a daily multivitamin. ‘It fills any nutrition gaps I have when I’m on the road,’ she says, and also gives her ‘a lot of energy’.

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Nicole takes a more relaxed approach to diet and fitness when she’s on holiday

But Nicole doesn’t shy away from her favourite indulgences either. ‘I love warm bread with Reggiano [cheese],’ she admits.

‘And I really love a fresh seafood platter with Sydney rock oysters, tiger prawns, mud crab and lobster. I love my food.’

SHAPING UP

Her diet may be relaxed, but the same can’t be said for the Oscar winner’s lifestyle. ‘Nicole’s very active and athletic.

She enjoys taking vigorous walks on the beach and goes for hikes before dinner.

She also loves a good swim in the ocean,’ shares the source, adding that Nicole motivates everyone in the family – including husband Keith Urban, 52, and

I’M NOT ACTUALLY THAT STRICT – I REALLY LOVE MY FOOD their daughters Sunday, 11, and Faith, nine – to get moving. ‘I try to mix it up with sports, running and yoga,’ explains the Aussie star. ‘I also love spinning and try to get everyone to spin!’

Keith is always happy to join in. ‘They’ve told friends that couples workouts help to keep their marriage on track, both emotionally and physically,’ spills the source. ‘Nicole often giggles that nothing gets them in a better mood than yoga!’

Nicole also adds that she ‘loves’ to run.

‘Plus I do sit-ups.’

Despite her devotion to working out, Nicole’s all about loving her body. ‘I have a little bit of a belly, a tiny bit of pooch,’ she jokes. ‘I don’t want to lose it though, because I like to have some softness.’

Looking good, Nic!

BEACH BABE ‘She doesn’t usually rock a bikini on the beach, but Nicole looked stunning,’ a source says of the actress, who shed her normal rashie for a dip in the ocean.

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NEWS

MEGHAN BREAKS HER SILENCE The Duchess opens up about Megxit, life in Canada and her rivalry with Kate

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ollowing her move to Canada, Duchess Meghan is finally breaking her silence about what really pushed her and Prince Harry to flee with their eight-month-old son Archie. ‘Meghan was fed up with the lies at the palace and how she was being treated – especially by [Duchess] Kate,’ a source close to Meghan tells. ‘Kate made it very clear she just didn’t like her.’

WHOSE IDEA WAS IT?

Despite what many assume, it was

CONSTANT TENSION The awesome foursome no more! ‘Kate fuelled the drama for no good reason,’ claims the source close to the changed dramatically former senior royals. ahead of their 2018 wedding.

‘Meghan was Widespread reports reveal hurt.’

actually Harry, 35, not Meghan, 38, who brought up the plan to leave.

‘Early on, he admitted to Meghan he’d been unhappy for years,’ says the source. ‘He was a lost soul.

He was desperate to lead a more normal life, but his family’s strict rules prevented him. Of course Meghan wholeheartedly supported the plan.’

Harry’s deteriorating relationship with Prince William, 37, hastened things.

‘Harry was annoyed because he felt the royals and courtiers went out of their way to protect other members of the family and left Meghan to defend herself.’

WHAT DID KATE DO?

When Harry and Meghan got engaged in 2017, they were full of hope. But the mood

HAPPY ENDING Despite the ongoing drama that’s come from Harry and Meghan’s shock royal exit, the couple couldn’t be happier. ‘Meghan says she was vilified,’ tells a source.

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William – who dated Kate, 38, for about eight years before making her his bride – questioned if Harry and Meghan, who’d met less than two years earlier, were rushing things.

As for Kate? ‘It’s obvious they will never be friends,’ says the insider. ‘They tolerated each other until they couldn’t anymore.’

As Meghan was branded ‘Duchess Difficult’ by some, Kate was portrayed as a devoted wife and mother. ‘Meghan felt betrayed,’ says the source, ‘because she expected Kate to be an ally, but instead she froze her out.’

WHAT DOES MEGHAN KNOW?

Despite the ongoing drama between the Sussexes and Cambridges, and no matter how hurt Meghan feels, there’s one thing she refuses to divulge.

‘Meghan may know the truth about William’s cheating scandal,’ says the insider of reports the future king may have had an affair with Kate’s close friend Rose Hanbury, 35, when Kate was pregnant with Prince Louis. ‘Harry and Meghan were astonished the palace and the media glossed over the scandal. That was the beginning of the end for Harry.’

Now Meghan just wants to get on with their new life. ‘She’s excited about this new chapter,’ says the source. ‘She already feels so at peace in Canada.’

Meghan dressed down in a Suits-era sweater during a visit to a women’s shelter this month

MEGHAN’S

CASUAL CANADIAN REBOOT

Almost as soon as she returned to Canada, the Duchess retrieved her old casual wardrobe from storage. No more formal royal wear for her it seems!

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NEWS

THE TALK OF THE TOWN! ‘They were whispering in each other’s ears,’ recalls an eyewitness of Brad and Jen’s cosy backstage encounter in Los Angeles on January 19.

ANGE’S REVENGE

ON BRAD AND After the pair’s recent PDA, Brad’s ex plots her financial and emotional revenge

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ust like the good old days!

On January 19, pictures emerged of Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt warmly embracing backstage at the Screen Actors Guild Awards following their respective wins.

And the exes’ off-the-charts chemistry nearly broke the internet. Even Jen’s BFF Courteney Cox was caught ‘liking’ shots of the beaming pair on Instagram!

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clear to anyone who saw the photos that Brad and Jen are still mad about each other,’ says an insider, ‘and their happiness seems to have made everyone happy!’

Well, not everyone. The public return of Hollywood’s golden couple – who, as OK! previously revealed, have secretly wed – irked his second spouse, Angelina Jolie. And so did Brad’s SAGs acceptance speech, in which he quipped it was a ‘big stretch’ for him to portray ‘a guy who… doesn’t get on with his wife’ in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

Tired of being painted as the villain in Brad and Jen’s love story, says a source,

Ange wants revenge. ‘There’s no doubt she’ll strike back,’ shares the source of the 44-year-old, who is still working out the final financial details of her divorce from Brad.

‘It’s possible she’ll ask for millions extra just to get back at him. She holds all the cards in terms of the divorce, so it’s not good for Brad that she’s angry.

Angelina will either get what she wants, or she’ll make his life miserable.’

And there’s more than money at stake.

Brad, 56, famously fell in love with Ange on the set of Mr & Mrs Smith, when he and Jen were still very married – and his former other woman is holding on to secrets the actor doesn’t want to get out.

ANGE HOLDS ALL THE CARDS IN TERMS OF THE DIVORCE, SO IT’S NOT GOOD FOR BRAD THAT SHE’S ANGRY

D JEN ‘He confided in Angelina about his problems with Jen,’ reveals the source.

‘Now those vulnerable heart-to-heart conversations could easily come back to haunt him.’

They could also potentially destroy his renewed relationship with Jen, with whom he’s been spending more and more time ever since he made a surprise appearance at her 50th birthday party last February.

‘Brad made his amends for cheating,’ insists the source, ‘and things moved pretty quickly afterward, though they were sure to keep it private. That is, until the SAGs.’ As far as Angelina’s concerned, the loved-up pair should have remained discreet. ‘Everyone is warning Brad to stop pushing Angelina’s buttons,’ says the source. ‘Even Jen.’

A D V E R TO R I A L

ECO WARRIOR ECCO Leather’s ambitious journey to eliminate water from leather manufacturing

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CCO Leather’s design philosophy may put function before form, but that doesn’t make the shoes and accessories that are crafted from its leather any less stylish. In fact, the brand’s focus on sustainability and wearability is part of what makes these accessories so covetable.

ECCO Leather tans more than one million hides per year to supply thousands of international brands. Last year, the manufacturer took its first step towards waterfree leather manufacturing, unveiling a commemorative edition of its classic Soft 8 sneaker that had been made with the company’s new DriTan technology. This game-changing tech comes in at a key part of the leather tanning process to utilise the moisture that already exists in the hides, with a result that is indistinguishable from traditionally tanned leather.

“DriTan is just the first step in our ambitious scheme to make the entire leather manufacturing process waterfree,” says Thomas Gøgsig, head of applied research at ECCO. “Our starting point came down to one fundamental question: how can we tan in a world of increasing water scarcity?”

The history of tanning goes back 10,000 years, and it was thought to be impossible without the use of water. Now, DriTan saves huge amounts of it: 20 litres per hide, which is equal to 25 million litres of water saved annually, which is enough to keep more than 9000 people hydrated for one year.

DriTan is the result of five years of research and development, plus a “strong cocktail of science, know-how and traditional craft”, says Gøgsig. “You don’t need to invest in new equipment; you don’t have to look for new chemicals. You just use what is already available, only in a different way. Tanning is a very old and traditional industry, so people tend to forget to ask whether it can be done differently.”

Form, function and sustainability practices?

Now that’s a design philosophy to get behind.

DriTan sneaker available in Australia early 2020; au.ecco.com.

Clockwise from top left: a selection of dyed leathers; the classic Soft 8 sneaker; ‘Ella’ bag made from ECCO leather suede, $229.95; leather production in ECCO’s owned tanneries; the classic Soft 8 sneaker remade with DriTan; shoe manufacturing.

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he moment I fell in love with the handiwork of Max May is still fresh in my mind. Glued to an episode of Dancing with the Stars (glitter, jazz hands… come on, what’s not to love?!) in 2011, Lara Worthington glided onto my TV screen to perform the Viennese waltz.

But it wasn’t her twinkling toes or well-craned neck that stole my laserbeam focus. It was that expertly smeared bronze eye, a supremely skilful signature swipe that really helped put make-up guru Max on the map. His work even extended to the picture-perfect canvas of Kate Bosworth in recent years, which is why I sit up and listen when the beauty maestro offers his advice on application.

This week, as the silly season winds down and our bank balances make us want to cry, Max gives us his verdict on the best budget-friendly products to help pep up your face. Enjoy!

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SOMETHING BORROWED Millennials best kept secret of how they can afford a designer handbag has been revealed: renting. Yep, that’s right, it’s the savvy way to get that designer item without forking out thousands of dollars, then you replace it once the new Fendi Baguette or Chanel Boy comes out. Boss Ladies is leading the pack here, with an online luxury handbag renting service that allows customers to lease coveted brands at a fraction of the cost. bossladies.com.au

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Your need-to-know style goss of the week CULT BUY OF THE WEEK: CIT Y SARONGS

BELLA HADID

ZARA $69.95 ZARA.COM/AU

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CLOE CASSANDRO $181 NET-A-PORTER.COM

The resort wear-only piece is this season’s wrap skirt 2.0. Not just for the beach, they’re meant to be worn in the city with an open shirt or tee to work and then out in the evening. Easily paired with heels or flat sandals, it’ the perfect piece to extend those summer vibes.

WITCHERY $129.95 WITCHERY.COM.AU

ZARA $99 ZARA.COM/AU

Star Style FASHION AUSSIE GIRLS UNITE Everybody’s favourite resort wear brand Camilla has collaborated with another Aussie brand Valére Jewellery this summer. The new outback collection is designed around the concept, colours, patterns and textures used throughout Camilla’s Mother Collection. ‘The Camilla woman and the Valére woman are so similar in spirit, which is why I loved working on this collaboration, as I believe it brings together two Australian brands which have a core focus of empowering women to NECKLACE feel their most beautiful,’ $310 VALÉRE VALERE.COM.AU says Samantha Lowe, founder of Valére.

Oh Selena Gomez, we’re so happy to see you killing it in the style y stakes again. She nearly makes us wantt cool weather bacck, so we can wear a Canadian denim mon-denim suit.

EARRINGS $190 VALÉRE VALERE.COM.AU

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New season

Make styling this summer Here’s what you need to be

GAME CHANGE CHAIN BAG It’s time to supercharge your everyday handbag with some extra details.

A resin or plastic chain strap is a small design update that will make a huge style impact.

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TOPSHOP $41 TOPSHOP.COM

GU_DE $490 NET-A-PORTER

CHARLES & KEITH $99 CHARLESKEITH.COM

MILAN STREET STYLE SEED $59.95 SEEDHERITAGE.COM

ZARA $139 ZARA.COM/AU

ELKA COLLECTIVE $329 ELKACOLLECTIVE.COM

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MATERIEL $577 NET-A-PORTER.COM

BELTED BLAZER You’ve surely witnessed the ‘fash pack’ teaming blazers with bike shorts by now, but the rise of the lightweight linen belted option will continue into summer. It’s the perfect in-betweener for fluctuating temperatures and will see you through to autumn.

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CAVERLEY $189.95 CA AVERLEYSHOES.COM

NEON MULES While 2019 saw a surge of the barely there heel, we’re excited to see the revamp of traditional mules. Bold colour offerings will have you excited to be reacquainted with these old faithfuls.

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HAVAIANAS $30 HAVAIANASAUSTRALIA.COM.AU

IPANEMA $45 SHOPBOP.COM

THONGS Not convinced about this comeback?

A coloured pair of thongs paired with a printed maxi dress and a mini handbag is at the top of our to-wear list, and we guarantee it’ll be on yours very soon, too!

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These milkmaid-inspired styles will keep you cool and cute as the mercury rises. Everyone loves a throw-on dress option and this no doubt will be your new MVP. Have fun with playful accessories – silk headscarves, wicker bags and lace-up sandals will really complement this trend.

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ROBERTA EINER LONGCHAMP

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TAILORED SHORTS COPENHAGEN STREET STYLE

Pack your bike shorts away, there’s a new short story to be told. Loose Bermuda silhouettes and classic high-waisted midi shorts will replace your wide-leg jeans this season. Get your proportions right by ensuring the hem is knee-length and the fabric doesn’t chafe between the thighs.

LONGCHAMP SHONA JOY $220 SHONAJOY.COM.AU

OLIVIA PALERMO

ELKA COLLECTIVE $169 ELKACOLLECTIVE.COM

FOREVER NEW $79.99 FOREVERNEW.COM.AU

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Star Style FASHION TOP & SKIRT $47 EACH TOPSHOP TOPSHOP.COM BLAZER $945 & PANTS $470 MAGGIE MARILYN NET-A-PORTER.COM

SUMMER SEPAR ATES Shift away from heavy winter suits to the breathable linen variety, or opt for a sweet short or skirt two-piece. Remember, you’ll get extra wearability by mixing and matching individual separates with the rest of your wardrobe.

TOP $340 & SKIRT $365 MAGGIE MARILYN NET-A-PORTER.COM

BLAZER $650 & SKIRT $350 SCANLAN THEODORE SCANLANTHEODORE.COM

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

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JADE SWIM $80 JADESWIM.COM

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COPENHAGEN STREET STYLE

TUBE BANDEAU Meet the new bralette – it’s the perfect addition to the current sheer blouse trend and very ‘Copenhagen street style’ when paired with bike shorts and a boxy blazer. Look for the tube rectangle shape to nail this style of dressing.

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ZIMMERMANN $395 ZIMMERMANNWEAR.COM

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PARIS STREET STYLE

Give your staple shirt a pina colada in the style stakes with a tropical makeover. Palm prints, breathable fabrics and unexpected colouring will renew your love for those potentially stale wardrobe must-haves. Trust us when we say they’re no longer reserved for dads on vacay!

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SLIDES $129 EDWARD MELLER EDWARDMELLER.COM.AU

‘Linen pants are my go-to when I haven’t fake tanned my legs and it’s 30 degrees outside. They’re light, chic and give those resortwear vibes I’m after. I love to style mine with a one-piece swimsuit, slides and gold jewellery.’

BAG $59.95 PETA & JAIN PETAANDJAIN.COM

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WATCH $219 FOSSIL FOSSIL.COM/AU

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HEELS $189.95 ALIAS MAE ALIASMAE.COM.AU

‘I’m always looking for multitasking pants that are good enough for the summer holidays and the office. To make it 9-5 appropriate, I’m going for a chic black top and heeled sandals – black complements the latte hue.‘ 34 WWW.OKMAGAZINE.COM.AU

TOP $450 RACHEL GILBERT RACHELGILBERT.COM

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Star Style FASHION OK!’s lifestyle team put their own twist on a summer staple

TOP $49.95 SEED SEEDHERITAGE.COM

SUNGLASS CHAIN $26 SODA SHADES SODASHADES.COM

ELISE BEAUTY EDITOR HEELS $69.99 DAZIE THEICONIC.COM.AU

PANTS $99.95 SEED SEEDHERITAGE.COM

BAG $103 CHARLES & KEITH CHARLESKEITH.COM EARRINGS $49.95 WITCHERY WITCHERY.COM.AU

SUNGLASSES $316.80 SUNDAY SOMEWHERE AMAZON.COM.AU

‘I‘ love a bright outfit but more often than not, they’re synthetic, hot and sticky. This summer, I’ve discovered linen isn’t just all white and neutrals and that there are some really fun, bright options like these ones from Seed.’

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SUNNIES $96 LE SPECS NET-A-PORTER.COM

LATTITIA FASHION EDITOR

EARRINGS $19.95 SEED SEEDHERITAGE.COM

PANTS $179 COUNTRY ROAD COUNTRYROAD.COM.AU

BAG $333 RIXO NET-A-PORTER.COM

TANK $99 WITCHERY WITCHERY.COM.AU SLIDES $149.95 ALIAS MAE ALIASMAE.COM.AU

‘A linen suit is my vibe, especially when paired with slides, a summer tank and some ’90s sunglasses. My tip: wear it open and make sure the trousers skim the floor – no ankle chilling here.’

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How they

WORE IT

One outďŹ t, so many possibilities. These stars put their own take on designer threads

Akiima & Christina Aguilera Akiima rocked this work of art by Viktor & Rolf at the National Gallery of Victoria, and Christina made a bold statement for Paris Fashion Week.

Ellie Goulding & Rita Ora

Jaime King & Gwendoline Christie Jaime was radiant on the runway in this sheer embellished Miu Miu dress. Gwendoline topped the layered version with starlet locks in Hollywood.

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Black or white, this Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood dress is a winner! Ellie added emerald jewels, and Rita stepped out in fun feathered heels.

Hana Cross & Elizabeth Banks Hana dazzled in the floor-length sequinned David Koma dress, and Elizabeth showed off her Andrea Wazen stilettos at the Charlie’s Angels premiere.

Both stars took the plunge in this stunning Julien Macdonald gown.

Kate flaunted the look in platform sandals, while Nicole opted for sharp pointed pumps and sparkling diamonds.

Kristen Stewart & Marisa Tomei Kristen coordinated her Chanel ensemble with metallic ombré trousers in Paris, then Marisa paired the iconic blazer with classic black in NY. 39

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TOBI HENNEY Tobi has made up the faces of models such as Ashley Graham, Barbara Palvin and Shanina Shaik, and is a believer of investing in good skincare and sunscreen while saving on everyday make-up. ‘I definitely think spending money on skincare to suit your skin needs is key,’ says Tobi. ‘When you have beautiful skin, you don’t tend to want to wear as much make-up.’ With produ you replenish often – like mascara – i’s tip is to reach for the pharmacy br d, as they’re often the best performing nyway.

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‘Make haste with smudging [waterproof eyeliner] when you apply,’ says Max. ‘You have… a minute before it sets.’

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MAX MAY Max May counts Aussies Jodi Anasta and Olympia Valance as his regular clients, and even did Kate Bosworth during her last trip Down Under. Max has a range of cheap products he regularly uses instead of exxy buys. ‘I definitely have my favourite “dupes” that I’ve discovered over the years and often would prefer to use rather than some of the more expensive products,’ he says. ‘Having a career in the beauty industry, I’m buying twice or three times as much product as the usual person and so really appreciate having my cheaper go-tos.’

Star Style BEAUTY ‘I recently tried the Australis Fresh & Flawless Foundation. It’s super-lightweight yet has incredible, buildable coverage.

It reminds me of Estée Lauder’s Double Wear Foundation.’

‘Garnier’s BB Cream is a great dupe for [Sephora’s cult $60] It Cosmetics CC+ Cream.’

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‘Thi i cheaper h version of Marc J obs’ o Velvv Noir Mascara and a favourite yoncé’s make-up artist Sir John.’

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‘So many fun colours including some glitter shadows!’

‘I love having Nivea micellar water to remove make-up and Nivea body lotion to moisturise in my kit.’

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Apply lip balm after popping on lipstick, rather than before.

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‘I’vve been loving this lately. The texxture is a mixture of crushed lipstick and lip gloss.’

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‘This quad colour palette is my cheek palette of choice. It’s a four-pan palette of highlighters… to illuminate the skin. They offer high-impact shine, are super-soft on the skin, a cinch to blend and last a treat!’

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‘I love this liner for doing the waterline off the eyes or for smudgingg along the eyeline.

It sits beautifully in the waterline (being waterproof) and once it sets on the skin, it holds tight.’

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Want Aussie model Jess’ casually cool ’do? ‘Wash less!’ she advises. ‘Your hair will love you for it.’

WAVY

AT THE SALON A splash of free-hand colour will weave in your waves nicely. As for a cut, make sure they do it dry so you can see how your curls sit and bounce up.

STYLING Stay clear of irons because a diffuser is your new best friend. It gently dries and enhances your natural wave without too much heat. Work in circular movements until 80 per cent dry and let the rest dry naturally. Finish off with a little ssea salt spray. p y

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Swish, SWISH Natural texture is back which means less styling and more sleep!

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AT THE SALON You need a clever cut with a little texture, but not too much to make it unruly. As for colour, choose highlights over a blanket colour to avoid looking like you’re wearing a wig.

STYLING If your curls are long, you’ll love a cushion brush to smooth strands so they reflect the light. Creams can also help smooth thick, unruly locks while shine sprays are best for fine, shorter curls.

AT THE SALON Fine hair needs layers. Try a few shorter and lighter bits around the front to give lift and volume rather than one layer, which will only make strands appear finer. Colour wise, try highlights around the face to soften and distract.

STYLING Unless you have a natural bouncy wave, air drying will leave you flat at the roots ON THE RISE ROOT LIFTING so blow-drying MOUSSE $39 PUREOLOGY OZHAIRANDBEAUTY.COM is best for fine hair gals. Smooth through a soft to medium hold mousse before drying with a medium boar bristle round brush for some body. Add volume powders to finish for some SOFT TEXTURISING POWDER grit and boost at $27.95 SCHWARZKOPF OZHAIRANDBEAUTY.COM the roots.

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LONG HAIR Dense bristles make blowdrying easier, while varied bristle lengths give a shinier finish.

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Use rows 1-2 to lift, 1-4 to curl and all rows to straighten.

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Star Style HEALTH

Are you SNACCIDENT PR A Don’t let forgotten splurges undo your best eating intentions

TIPS FOR SMART SNACKING JULIANNE HOUGH

t first glance it’s been of them claim to be healthy (or, at the very going so well. You’ve been least, healthy-ish), it’s definitely raising going to the gym on the some confusing mixed messages. reg, eating three healthy So, is it OK to eat between meals? meals a day, and kicking Ultimately, the issue may not be so much those fit-girl goals like a about whether you snack or not, but how boss. OK, so there was also that piece of much and what kind of choices you’re toast you grabbed on the way to work, plus making. Things like fresh fruit and vegies the protein bar you had to beat the 3pm with hummus are often healthier (and slump. Oh, and the piece of brie you grazed cheaper) than pre-made stuff, so consider on while cooking dinner, along with that packing some for work to avoid making evening Tim Tam… yep, let’s face it, you’re impulse buys. ‘I always have healthy snaccident prone. snacks like fruit and vegetables with me,’ Amazingly, some studies suggest we’ve Jennifer Lopez says. quadrupled our snack consumption in A little bit of prep can also go a long as little as 10 years. Forget that apple or way. Jennifer Aniston keeps a supply of muesli bar you used to have at little hard-boiled eggs and raw vegies in lunch, these days there’s an entire Tupperware containers. Or try her fave industry of grab-and-go snack, and pop some red grapes in snacks lining supermarket the freezer. ‘They’re really easy and shelves. And while many delicious,’ she says.

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See snacking as an opportunity to catch up on missed nutrients. If lunch was a little low on vegies, consider grazing on some carrot and celery sticks with hummus for afternoon tea.

Going for long periods without eating can cause your blood sugar to drop, making you more likely to overindulge later. When Jennifer Aniston gets hungry, she’ll grab something more substantial like a cheese stick or a cup of soup.

Beware of supersizing. That ‘healthy’ wholegrain cookie that’s bigger than your hand? Let’s just say that if something looks too good to be true, it probably is.

A snack might claim to be healthy, but it’s still advisable to read the label. Vegie crisps might seem better than regular chips but they’ll often have similar kilojoules.

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Remember: one size doesn’t fit all.

While grazing may suit one person’s lifestyle, if you live for preparing elaborate dinners at home, it might be best to go light on afternoon tea.

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The rise of the

Why opting out of booze has suddenly become bang on trend

Spirit Co, says he’s noticed a definite shift in social attitudes towards drinking over the past few years. Here, Mark reveals why more people than ever are ditching the drink…

or many Australians, getting their first hangover is a rite of passage. And as the years roll by, it’s likely to be one of many to come. Yet for all of the headaches, booze bloat, cringe-worthy recollections (not to mention a serious burnout of cash), we keep telling ourselves the all too familiar cycle is worth it in the name of fun.

But that attitude is slowly changing.

Whether it’s taking a booze-free challenge, going fully teetotal or simply cutting back to a smaller number of drinks a week, a growing number of people are embracing a more sober curious way of living.

While social pressure to drink can still be an issue, the rise of non-alcoholic beverages, support tools like the Daybreak app and books such as Ruby Warrington’s Sober Curious are reminding people they don’t have to do it alone.

Mark Livings, CEO & co-founder of non-alcoholic spirits business Lyre’s

What are some of the main reasons people are drinking less?

The obvious ones such as driving and pregnancy will always be relevant, but these days it could just be the pursuit of a health or fitness objective, or taking part in something like Dry July. It could even simply be just to avoid a hangover when there’s an important meeting the next day – we’ve all been there! It’s more about being able to choose and have the freedom to stay social, but have your drink, your way.

Are most people going totally alcoholfree or simply reducing their intake?

Both. Some people are cutting it out altogether or just for a specific period.

People are even having

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The percentage of Australians who have reduced their overall consumption of alcohol.

a ‘wedge drink’ when they go out – alternating between an alcoholic and a non-alcoholic drink through the night.

Any tips for going alcohol-free?

The best way to succeed is not to change your life just because you’re not having alcohol in your drink. Plan a few nights when you don’t have to drink, and if you normally enjoy a G&T when you go out, you can just make it a Lyre’s non-alcoholic G&T. Or start small by swapping out one of the spirits in your drink to make a low alcohol version. No-one will know unless you tell them.

Do you think there’s less pressure to drink when you go out?

There are still some longstanding social norms that insist having a drink in your hand is your only option, but it’s becoming less of an issue as more and more people are making the choice to reduce what they drink.

Lyre’s spirits are available now at Amazon and Dan Murphy’s online.

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The main reason people are drinking less is because they’re ‘opting for a healthier lifestyle’.

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The number of Aussies who have moderated or abstained from drinking on specific occasions during the past three months.

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MEDITATIONS for any mood

Whether you’re tired or wired, Dear Universe author Sarah Prout has a mantra for you

FOR WHEN YOU’RE STRESSED Harvard researchers estimate that 80 per cent of doctors’ visits are caused by stress. It’s also estimated that more than one in five American adults took medications for psychiatric disorders such as anxiety and depression in 2010.

Stress is a silent killer, and this is why it’s so important to create regular self-care rituals in order to calm down, chill out, and remember that we have the power to guide our emotions.

REMEMBER When you feel stressed, it’s a reminder that if you change your thoughts, you change your reality.

On a physical level, stress in your body will result in illness because you’re producing a hormone called cortisol. This leads to weight gain, poor sleep, low sex drive, and the

list goes on of things that you probably don’t want to manifest.

A gentle approach to guiding your thoughts and emotions is the best solution. Make the journey out of your head and into your heart.

Make yourself a cup of holy basil (tulsi) tea, which contains herbal adaptogens to relieve stress, and set aside time daily to meditate and connect with The Universe.

MANTRA Dear Universe, I now release this energy of stress and replace it with self-compassion and trust that everything is taken care of in my life. I am now grounded in my heart space and reminded of the importance of self-care each and every day.

So be it, so it is.

Edited extract from Dear Universe by Sarah U Prout (Hachette Australia, $29.99).

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Star Style WELLNESS FOR WHEN YOU’RE TIRED I didn’t sleep for the first five years of my son’s life. Thomas would wake up every two hours. When he finally did start sleeping through the night, I gave birth to my daughter and the cycle began again. I was so tired, so very, very tired.

We go through many different phases in our lives. In one phase we might feel very vibrant and energetic. In another, you could feel as exuberant as a flat tyre. The awareness of being tired is your soul calling you to get some rest.

REMEMBER

A power nap for 10 minutes can become

your best friend. Self-care is extremely important when you feel burned-out and tired. Don’t try to mask the problem with caffeinated drinks; allow yourself to get some rest. Ask The Universe to recharge you with a sleeping meditation.

MANTRA

Dear Universe, I ask that I now be placed into a deep and restorative sleep.

During that time I trust that my cells, my organs, my mind and my spirit are being energised and healed. May I wake up feeling fresh, revived and ready for the beauty of life. So be it, so it is.

RACHAEL FINCH

FOR WHEN YOU’RE DISTRACTED Do you get easily distracted from what you’re meant to be doing? The average American spends 2.6 hours a day on their phone [with Aussies reported to spend 3.15 hours]! Over the course of your lifetime that’s a total of more than five years! It’s more time than you will spend eating and drinking. Attention spans are getting shorter because social media gives us endless feeds to scroll through. We’re exposed to thousands of chunks of useless information on a daily basis. No wonder we’re easily distracted!

REMEMBER

Your point of power is in your ability to be still and aware in the present moment. Challenge yourself to unplug for a little while each day. One of the biggest ways I’ve found to not get distracted and remember to focus on what’s important is to get my phone out of the bedroom. I replaced it with an old-school alarm clock. This helps to cultivate presence and start the day off with intention. If you find it hard to focus and you get easily distracted, try this:

MANTRA

Dear Universe, my energy is present in this moment. I am showing up fully to participate in the task at hand. My energy is grounded and purposeful.

This is the essence of my soul’s mission.

So be it, so it is.

FOR WHEN YOU’RE WIRED

REMEMBER

Our breath is always a very helpful resource to check to see if we’re incredibly wired and hyper, or relaxing into the steady pace of each moment.

If all else fails, try taking a hot bath or pouring yourself a nice glass of red wine.

Try this meditation when you’re eager to defuse your haywire energy:

MANTRA

Dear Universe, may I now take a deep breath in and hold it. Upon exhaling, I release any frantic energy I am storing in my body. I inhale the energy of relaxation. I exhale wired energy and release it with love. Breathe in the full energy of awareness within the present moment. So be it, so it is.

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Can’t sleep? Feeling restless? Too much coffee? Too much screen time before bed? When you’re struggling to relax, unwind and unplug, then it’s time to slow down and focus on getting out of your head and into feeling grounded in your body. It’s super-important to focus on your breath.

VALENTINA ZELYAEVA

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QUEEN

Slay dinner party duties with star foodie S Kate Hudson’s crowd faves

PRETTY DAMN GOOD BURGER INGREDIENTS

•¼ cup dried onion flakes •1 tsp salt •1 tsp pepper •¼ tsp onion powder •¼ tsp parsley flakes •¼ tsp paprika •⅛ tsp celery seed •900g ground beef (80 per cent lean

and 20 per cent fat) •1 packed cup kale or spinach leaves, finely chopped •½ cup breadcrumbs

•1 egg •1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce •1 tbsp Bragg’s Liquid Aminos •Canola or vegetable oil •8 brioche hamburger buns or

12 slider buns, sliced in half •Vegies and condiments for serving

METHOD

1 Preheat your grill to high heat. Brush the grates with oil to keep the burgers from sticking. In a small bowl, combine the onion flakes, salt, pepper, onion powder, parsley flakes, celery seed, and paprika. Set aside. 2 In a large bowl, combine the beef, kale or spinach, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and Liquid Aminos. Use your hands to mix

until just combined – don’t overmix or you’ll end up with tough burgers.

If making large burgers, shape the meat into 8 patties, about 2cm thick. If making sliders, form the meat into 12 patties, about 5cm wide and 2cm thick. Grill the large patties for about 5 minutes, flip, then another 3 minutes for medium.

For sliders, cook for 4 minutes, flip and cook for another 4-6 minutes for medium.

Cook longer if you prefer them more well done. Transfer the burgers to a platter and cover with foil. 3 Lay the buns cutside down on the grill and toast until grill marks have just formed, about 1 minute. 4 Layer up the buns with a patty and your toppings of choice. Serve ‘em while they’re hot!

MAKES

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CHILAQUILES INGREDIENTS

•8 x 15cm wholewheat

or corn tortillas •Extra virgin olive oil •Kosher salt, to taste •3½ cups store-bought green tomatillo salsa (for green) or 2 ½ cups store-bought enchilada sauce plus 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (for red) •2-3 cups shredded chicken (optional) •1 cup shredded queso fresco •Unsalted butter, for cooking eggs (optional) •6-8 large eggs (1 per person) •½ cup sliced radishes, for serving •1 avocado, sliced, for serving •2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander, for serving •1 lime cut into wedges, for serving •Sour cream, for serving •Hot sauce, for serving

METHOD

1 Preheat the oven to 205°C. 2 Cut the tortillas into chip-sized triangles, about 8 per tortilla.

Lightly coat 2 large baking sheets with oil and scatter chips on sheet. Drizzle them with a bit more oil, sprinkle with salt and toss to coat. Arrange chips so they’re in a single layer and don’t

overlap. 3 Bake chips for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through and watching to make sure they don’t burn. They should be golden brown and crisp. Remove chips and set aside. Keep the oven on and decrease the heat to 175°C. 4 Combine chips in a large sided sheet pan or a cast-iron skillet.

Pour salsa or enchilada sauce plus tomatoes over the top and give everything a toss so chips are well coated. Spread chicken over the top and sprinkle cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes until sauce is warmed through and cheese is melty. Feel free to finish under the grill for about 20 seconds to get the cheese browned and bubbly.

5 Meanwhile, whisk eggs in a bowl and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When the oil begins to shimmer, pour the eggs into the pan and slowly stir with a spatula. When the eggs begin to set, reduce heat to low and continue stirring until the eggs are just set and fluffy, about 2 minutes. 6 To serve, remove the pan from the oven and top sauce with eggs, sliced avocado and radishes, plus coriander. Serve with lime wedges, sour cream and hot sauce.

SERVES

4-6

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH ROOT VEGETABLES INGREDIENTS

•1 x 1.5-1.8kg chicken •1 medium sweet potato •1 medium turnip, swede, large parsnip or other root vegetable •Olive oil •Kosher salt, to taste •Black pepper, to taste

METHOD

SERVES

6-8

1 Take the chicken out of the fridge 1 hour before cooking. 2 Preheat oven to 205°C. 3 Cut the sweet potato and the root vegetable into 2.5cm pieces.

Scatter them on the bottom of a cast-iron skillet or roasting pan, and toss with

just enough olive oil to coat and a generous pinch of salt. 4 Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel.

Season with salt and pepper and set the breast side up on top of the vegies. Roast for 20 minutes, then turn the chicken breast side down. Roast for another 20 minutes. Turn the bird breast side up once more and roast for a final 20 minutes. It should be golden brown and fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 75°C, and the vegies should be caramelised and tender.

Let the chicken rest for 10-5 minutes before carving.

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Star Style TRAVEL

The all American

BUCKET LIST! Art Director Kylie Robertson ticks off the iconic San Fran and LA experiences you can’t miss

Get caught up in Alcatraz’s colourful criminal history like Sam Armytage

PLAY Grab yourself a beer and

O C S I C N A R F SAN GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE

Want that picture-perfect postcard shot?

Cross the bridge for astonishing views – and I didn’t even mind that I looked like a tourist! Whether you bike, walk or drive over, it’s definitely worth braving the elements no matter what time of year.

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of the best clam chowder bowls in the state, and take in an entertaining break at the West Marina watching the iconic sea lions pile on top of each other vying for top platform position.

ALCATRAZ

Jump on a ferry to America’s most notorious prison, Alcatraz (alcatraztickets. com). You can accomplish a lot in about three hours on this tour – a boat ride on the bay, breathtaking views of the city and the freedom to explore Alcatraz island at your own pace.

a foam finger to wave at a Golden State Warriors basketball game at the new Chase Centre (chasecenter. com/ticketinfo), or take in a spooky after-dark Haunted Ghost Tour. wildsftours.com/tour/haunted-sanfrancisco-ghost-tour

STAY Right in downtown SF, Hotel

Emblem has vibrant guestrooms as well as complimentary snacks and sips in the hallways of each floor. viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/ emblem

EAT You’ll want to arrive hungry at Chicago-style Italian cuisine Capo’s in North Beach! sfcapos.com

LOS ANGELES DOWNTOWN LA

Grab a bite at Grand Central Market, but get there early to beat the lines.

It’s hard to choose just one meal, but my hot tip is to head straight to Eggslut (eggslut.com). Next, jump on a bike for a guided tour around the historic core of Downtown, a great way to see the hidden neighbourhood gems. handlebarbiketours.com

SILVER LAKE

Check out one of America’s hippest neighbourhoods, Silver Lake, and enjoy an Aussie coffee and some fairy bread at Roo Coffee (roouniverse.com), an Instagram moment at the secret stairs and shopping at hip boutiques.

at The Spare Room in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel (spareroomhollywood.com), or head to the golf driving range at the mid-town Aroma Spa and Sports for some epic sunset views. aromaresort.com

STAY If you’re lucky, you’ll get

a great view of the Hollywood sign from your bed at Loews Hollywood (loewshotels.com/hollywoodhotel), or hit up one of the longest standing hotels, Hotel Figueroa, complete with a quirky coffinshaped pool. hotelfigueroa.com

SUNSET HIKE AT GRIFFITH PARK

I’m not a hiker, but the stunning views from multiple angles (including a fun Hollywood sign photo op) got me to the top of Mount Hollywood and back still smiling. Book a tour to get schooled on the area while you work up a sweat. bikesandhikesla.com

PLAY Book a bowling lane

EAT Grab brekkie at lifestyle hub Catch some culture at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown LA

ROW DTLA and check out all the funky little storefronts and restaurants popping up in the area (rowdtla.com). Or experience a Californian Asian fusion meal to die for at spectacular Yamashiro. yamashirohollywood.com

LEA MICHELE

FLY IN STYLE Getting to the States has never been easier, thanks to a newly launched route with United Airlines from Melbourne to San Francisco non-stop, connecting Aussie travellers to 70 destinations in America via its San Fran hub. Even better, treat yourself

with business class and you’ll get to experience Polaris Lounge at San Francisco National Airport, which was voted the Best Business Class Lounge in the World in 2019. Take in the mood lighting, laundry service, various lounges and seating areas, not to mention a sit-down dinner restaurant or buffet option. united.com/en/us 53

Star Style TRAVEL

DANGAR FALLS, NSW Set amid scenic agricultural farmland and featuring a stunning 30-metre drop, Dangar Falls is two kilometres north of Dorrigo and about an hour’s drive west of Coffs Harbour. While taking a dip at this spot is only recommended for strong swimmers due to its depth, it’s also a great place to enjoy a picnic.

STEPH MILLER

Hidden Aussie

SWIM STARS Splash out at the secret spots locals don’t want you to know about

CRYSTAL CASCADES,

LITTLE BLUE LAKE, SA

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APSLEY WATERHOLE, TAS A closely guarded secret with locals in north-east Tassie, the picturesque Apsley Waterhole is located in the DouglasApsley National Park, one of the few uncleared dry forests in the state. Cool off after a relaxing walk through the park’s diverse and stunning spots, which include eucalyptus forests, waterfalls, wet gullies and wildflower marshlands.

POLLY McQUINNS, VIC Located at Seven Creeks, three kilometres north-west of Strathbogie, this waterhole is named after a ghost that’s said to haunt it to this day. But there’s nothing spooky about the serene beauty of this pleasant swimming spot in the heart of Ned Kelly country, which features man-made waterfalls, rapids and a purposebuilt diving board.

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This secluded series of stunning waterfalls and swimming holes in tropical Far North Queensland is hidden in a beautiful rainforest.

It’s 14 kilometres outside of Cairns, but there’s no public transport, so it can only be accessed by car.

Like most swimming holes, it’s unmanned by lifeguards, so don’t go alone – and do stick to signposted areas.

Forged between two dormant volcanos, Little Blue Lake can be found at Mount Schank, 15 minutes from Mount Gambier. It’s a natural water-filled sinkhole with stairs and a floating pontoon installed to improve p public safety. The shallowest part of the lake is 25 metres deep, so it should only be d by experienced swimmers. used Th here’s also cave diving.

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SWIM STAR Forget gazing longingly at your neighbour’s lush pool or booking an exxy getaway just to beat the heat.

New app Swimply is here, and it’s just like Airbnb – but for pools. Book hourly stints at luxe private pools in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane listed on the app, with owners providing change rooms, bathrooms and extras ranging from BBQs to slides. All you need to do is bring your swimmers!

News TRAVEL

Hotspots, trends and #tripspo for your next vacay THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX Hate plane food or committed to your new year health kick?

A packed lunch has never looked so damn good thanks to the bento box trend, so invest in a Zoku Neat Bento ($59.95, zokuaustralia.com.au) for when you’re on the road or in the air. Paying exorbitant amounts for a limp and under-filled inflight sandwich? Never again!

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The yet-to-be constructed exhibition space is set to be finished in sleek wood and concrete

Star Style TRAVEL FEELIN’ FLASH Bored of the same old fests? Combine your Euro trip with a next-level music, food and wine celebration at the Flash Festival this May. Set in the gorgeous Tuscan town of Castiglion Fiorentino, this three-day gathering is organised by two Aussies and will have you pasta making with nonnas, finding your Zen with yoga sessions and chilling to soul, indie and house. Get in quick – tickets are capped at just 1000. Head to flashfestivaltuscany.com for more info.

CHRISSY TEIGEN & JOHN LEGEND

Tuscan eats combine with epic beats for this flash experience

Best be on guard if you’re deadset on travelling to Caracas…

SCULPTURE BY SEA TR AVELLERS BEWARE Paranoid of pickpockets and guilty of googling crime hotspots in your holiday destinations? You’d best pay heed to the Numbeo database’s recently released list of the most dangerous cities to visit.

Caracas in Venezuela tops the list, with Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea and Pietermaritzburg in South Africa rounding out the top three. Don’t think Aussie towns don’t get a look in either – Darwin came in at number 50, and Townsville at 65.

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Scandi architecture has reached peak cool with a brand-new museum set to open in the tiny coastal village of Andenes, Norway. Known for being an incredible vantage spot to watch migrating whales, the beautifully undulating building and viewing platform has already been dubbed ‘The Whale’ and is set to be a huge attraction when it opens in 2022.

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The curved entryway and white facade gives off Mediterranean vibes

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Stassi’s

SANCTUARY The Vanderpump Rules breakout star has snapped up her home sweet home!

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hey’ll tie the knot later this year, but in the meantime Stassi Schroeder and fiancé Beau Clark have just taken another major step in their relationship – they’re new homeowners!

The Vanderpump Rules star and her actor beau recently moved into the Mediterraneanstyle Hollywood Hills property, which they snapped up late last year for $2.5 million.

While she may not be serving up the goods in Lisa Vanderpump’s SUR anymore, the 31-year-old – who’s still a fan favourite on the reality show – will definitely want to entertain at her new pad.

The kitchen boasts a built-in pizza oven, while her guests will have the option of sitting in the

formal dining area, intimate balcony setting, or the spacious outdoor entertaining area.

With panoramic views of Hollywood, high ceilings and generous windows, the reality star has plenty to love about the historic 1920s property – which was marketed as one of the original homes in the Hollywoodland development.

But in true Stassi style, it was the air-conditioning that had her the most excited. ‘Finally have central AC. I’ve made it,’ she jokes.

And with season eight of Vanderpump Rules currently hitting screens and in full drama mode – you can catch the latest episodes (or binge watch all the previous seasons) on Hayu – our only hope is that we might see a bit more of Stassi’s gorgeous new pad.

The palatial property has plenty of room... for a growing family, perhaps?

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Amazing views can be seen from every corner of the couple’s new home

Stassi’s guests have quite the choice when it comes to where they’ll dine

The home boasts natural light from huge windows

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This little nook is perfect for the reality star to enjoy a glass of her former boss’ famous rosé!

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LOVE RULES ‘Privacy is the key to their success,’ a source says. ‘Sandra couldn’t have asked for a better partner, and he feels the same!’

The couple have tied the knot after four years together

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SANDRA

SECRETLY MARRIED?

token of her love and devotion?

Sandra Bullock’s boyfriend, photographer Bryan Randall, stepped out in Anaheim, California, on January 21 sporting a gold band on his wedding ring finger, sparking speculation the low-key couple has finally tied the knot after more than four years together.

‘Friends say Bryan wears a ring because in his eyes, he’s committed to the woman he loves,’ a source tells OK!. ‘Whether or not it’s official, he sees himself as married to Sandra.’ The 55-year-old actress, who has two children – son Louis, 10, and daughter Laila, eight – was previously married to Monster Garage star Jesse James. But their nearly five-year union ended in tears in 2010 when the Bird Box star discovered the motorcycle man, 50, had cheated on her.

‘Sandra doesn’t want all the scrutiny that comes with a big, splashy ceremony.

She’s been down that road before,’ shares the source. ‘At the end of the day, Sandra is happy, Bryan is committed, and she and the children adore him. That’s all that matters to her.’

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KATE HUDSON

PREGNANT AGAIN! S The actress hasn’t put her diaper days behind her just yet

tepping out with beau and baby daddy Danny Fujikawa, Kate Hudson couldn’t hide her glow.

Draped in a flowy maxi dress and oversized knit, it almost seemed as if she was trying to hide something – and fans were quick to guess what!

‘OMG she’s totally pregnant again,’ remarked one online. ‘Definitely looks like she’s attempting to cover up a bump,’ said another.

The 40-year-old did appear to be sporting a blossoming baby bump underneath her layers. And with her daughter Rani Rose almost in the

16-month bracket, friends say it’s only a matter of time before Kate adds another to her blended brood. ‘She’s always wanted a whole mini-van full of kids!’ tells a friend.

The busy mum-of-three has also shared her desire for a bigger family.

‘I always thought I’d have four to six kids,’ she divulged last year. ‘When you come from a big family… you either don’t want kids or you want

I ALWAYS THOUGHT I’D HAVE FOUR TO SIX KIDS

a lot of kids. So I always thought I’d have [more].’

After welcoming her sons – Ryder, 16, with ex-hubby Chris Robinson, and Bingham, eight, with former fiancé Matt Bellamy – Kate was sure her diaper days were behind her.

‘At one point I was like, “Oh, maybe I’m done,”’ the Bride Wars star explains. ‘And then I met Danny and I was like, “Alright, I got to pump them out for him.”’

Now that she and BABYDanny, 33, have MAKING welcomed Rani Rose into the world, Kate MACHINE says she’d love to ‘I’ve been having babies a long time, let’s put it that way,’ Kate’s give her musician beau a son as well. joked. ‘Even though it’s chaotic, ‘He needs a boy,’ the energy is calm and loving Kate insists. ‘He and peaceful right now and needs his own boy.’

I’m just in a great Fingers crossed! place.’

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KATE’S KEEPING BUSY THE STAR’S LOVING HER NEW VENTURE

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If three kids (and possibly one more on the way), a successful activewear line and a recently launched vodka brand weren’t enough to keep the actress busy, Kate’s also dipped her toes into the world of podcasting – alongside big bro Oliver, 43.

‘I have a good feeling about our little idea and I feel that people will really have fun listening and find it relatable,’ Kate shared of the podcast last year. ‘It explores the sibling bond, family dynamics, the human mind, body, and so much more.’

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SELENA GOMEZ

RISING ABOVE ABUSE

The singer admits to being ‘emotionally abused’ by her ex

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er new album Rare gives an insight into ‘emotional abuse’ she felt during her on-off relationship with ex Justin Bieber. And now Selena Gomez has opened up even more on difficult times in their eight-year relationship.

‘I do feel I was a victim to certain abuse,’ the singer divulged. ‘I had to find a way to understand it as an adult.’

The 27-year-old has hinted at the couple’s volatile relationship in the past, but says this album was a ‘way to say things that I wish I had

‘I felt I didn’t get a respectful closure,’ Sel says of the relationship

said’ to Justin. ‘I had something beautiful and I would never deny that it wasn’t that,’ she added. ‘[But] it was very difficult too and I’m happy it’s over.’

JUSTIN FIGHTS TO KEEP HAILEY Meanwhile, Justin’s relationship with wife Hailey, 23, doesn’t appear to be faring much better. The 25-year-old has revealed he’s been reading His Needs, Her Needs: Building An Affair-Proof Marriage – which helps couples learn how to avoid extramarital indiscretions.

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‘I feel the strongest I’ve ever felt and I’ve found a way to just walk through it with as much grace as possible,’ Selena shares

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ELSIE OTTER After deciding A o on a ‘classic’ first name for their n n now four-year-old girl, Zooey g Deeschanel and ex ob Pechenik opted Jaco for a m middle name that really make a splash. would reall ‘W We both found we had a mutual love for ottters,’ explains the New Girl star, 40.

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IN A NA R Raddix, Apple, Pilot? Find out the stories be behind these celeb kids’ quirky monikers…

KAL-EL Superman fans are familiar i i with the moniker Nicolas Cage and ex-wife Alice Kim gave their now 14-year-old son. ‘Kal-El was [Superman’s] original name on Krypton,’ explains the 56-year-old actor, who is (shocker!) a Man of Steel enthusiast. ‘I just thought it was a beautiful name, and it had kind of a magical ring to it.’

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RADDIX When it came ti time tto name th their little girl, Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden chose something that was quirky yet meaningful: Raddix. Friends say it’s a combination of one of their favourite words, rad, and a translation of the phrase ‘new beginning’. While it’s definitely original, friends insist the name suits the newborn ‘perfectly!’

PILOT INSPEKTOR F l ft hl h J Lee and actress Beth Riesgraf named their now 16-year-old son Pilot Inspektor. But the My Name Is Earl star later explained the moniker was inspired by the song He’s Simple, He’s Dumb, He’s the Pilot by indie rock band Grandaddy. ‘The track absolutely blew my mind when I first heard it,’ says Jason, 49. Right then...

SPOTLIGHT APPL LE Here’s some, er, food for thought: ‘W When we nant, her were first pregn daddy [Chris Martin] M said, “If it’s a girl, I think her namee should alls be Apple,”’ reca Gwyneth Paltro ow of the unusual moniker.

‘It sounded so ssweet, d such and it conjured a lovely picturee for me, you know. Apples are so sweet and th hey’re nd it’s wholesome, an biblical.’ Fifteeen years p founder, later, the Goop 47, says Apple ‘loves’ me just her unique nam as much as theey do.

AME? CRICKET B f B Phili and Marc Silverstein welcomed their youngest daughter in 2013, ‘we had all these names [picked out]. Then she came out. I looked at her, and she just couldn’t be one of those names,’ confesses Busy, 40, whose husband suggested Cricket. ‘A lot of times your name dictates the kind of personality you have, and [Marc’s] like, “Everyone likes Cricket, Cricket is just the greatest, happiest kid on the block, the coolest camp counsellor, she’s hot in college.” He had this whole narrative for what that name was.’ The rest is history!

NORTH It turns out Pharrell Williams, Anna Wintour and a little Hollywood gossip had a hand in convincing Kim Kardashian and Kanye West to call their now six-year-old North. ‘Kanye and I were having lunch, and Pharrell came over to us and said, “Oh my God, are you guys really going to call your daughter

North? That’s the best name.” I said, “No, we’re not. That’s just a rumour,”’ shares the 39-year-old reality star. ‘Then a little while later, Anna came over and told us, “North is a genius name.” Kanye and I looked at one another and just laughed.

I guess at that point it sort of stuck.’ Well, it’s clearly a crowd-pleaser!

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From Bridget Jones to Roxie Hart and now Judy Garland – the star completely transforms for every role she plays

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enée Zellweger is nothing if not versatile. The 50-year-old actress (yes, really!) has wowed on screen in a huge variety of roles across her three-decade career, including, of course, playing Chicago’s crim Roxie Hart and the loveable Bridget Jones.

But after taking a six-year break from acting, Renée returned to screens – in 2016 with Bridget Jones’ Baby – and hasn’t stopped working since.

In 2019, her starring role in Judy won the actress critical acclaim – and now the role has made Renée the hot favourite to win this year’s Best Actress Academy Award. She’s already bagged a Golden Globe, a Critics’ Choice Award and a

British Independent Film Award for the part. ‘This was a really big experience,’ Renée says. ‘I feel like I really found my voice in this.’

In the role, the actress portrays troubled movie queen Judy Garland.

‘I’ve always been a fan,’ Renée says of the actress, who famously starred in The Wizard of Oz – and battled depression, alcoholism and substance abuse issues.

‘She’s an icon.’

You play a screen legend in Judy.

When did you know you wanted to be an actress?

I was in college and I was on the set of a film that a student was making. There were RENÉE maybe four or five

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of us who were on her cast and crew and she needed some actors and I… got the bug. I didn’t understand why this felt very important to me, but I couldn’t wait for the next opportunity to act.

Then, not long afterwards, you landed a part in a horror film…

Yes, I was in The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre [in 1995] with Matthew McConaughey – and not long after that he moved to Los Angeles.

At the time, I wanted to stay [at home] in Texas. I was getting some work but there wasn’t a lot of film that came to town, so my opportunity to grow as an artist was a little stifled. But eventually I realised I would need to go where there were more opportunities.

How often do people say to you, Renée split with country ‘You had me at hello’? singer Doyle Bramhall II Not enough! I don’t go out much (left) in May 2019 after so, you know, it would be weird if seven years together. She’s I heard it a lot. I’ve heard it maybe also been linked to Jim a couple of times, but it still touches Carrey and Bradley me. What a cool thing when you get Cooper. a line like that!

How did Jerry Maguire and the three Bridget Jones movies change your life?

I guess in ways I didn’t really see at the time. After I was cast in Jerry Maguire [alongside Tom Cruise], it was announced in Variety mag the very next day and that’s when I knew it was kind of a big deal. My brother went out to buy the mag and came back with a whole stack – so sweet. I could cry just thinking about it even now. Then Bridget. I’ve done three Bridget films and I think she’s been so special to me because, you know, what’s not to love about a woman who has so

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PLAYING JUDY WAS A BIG EXPERIENCE FOR ME – SHE’S AN ICON

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Red carpet ruler

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COLD MOUNTAIN (2003) much joy, clearly, and fearlessly goes forward despite her self-doubt. And she finds self-acceptance at different spurts in her life, like we all do. I think we can all relate to a person who is imperfect but still has triumphs because that’s the truth in life.

How did you prepare for that role?

I worked as an intern at Picador Publishing in London – the firm that published Helen Fielding’s Bridget Jones books. I wanted to work for a publisher to understand what Bridget did workwise, so they pretended I was the cousin of the editor there so the nepotism made sense! And we pretended I’d been studying in America for 10 years, which explained my weird accent at the time.

Is it true you’d gone to the bathroom when you won a Golden Globe for Nurse Betty in 2001?

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JUDY (2019) cool, but I also felt really awkward, too.

I was sitting there in my dress and I was like, ‘I’m just going to go and put on some lipstick,’ so I went to the bathroom.

While I’m there I hear my name, but I was also like, ‘I’m sure there are a lot of Renée’s at the Golden Globes.’ Then this young lady nudges me and says, ‘I think they’re calling you.’ I think the moment would’ve come and gone if sweet Hugh Grant hadn’t stretched it out on stage at the time!

You’ve already received some awards for Judy. What else have you gained or learnt from that role?

Yes! It’s a part that seems to have really touched people. I learnt a lot about myself through playing Judy. She had courage, tenacity and the ability to just carry on. Doing this role was a really big experience for me.

Were you a fan of Judy and did you ever dream of playing her one day?

It never occurred to me that it would be a good idea or that it would be something that someone would propose. I don’t

SPOTLIGHT ‘I don’t have the appetite for a decadent lifestyle,’ says Renée

CHICAGO (2002)

consider myself a performer like she was nor do I consider myself a singer like her.

But I was always a fan. Judy was a trailblazer in every respect. She went toe to toe with guys on television, she spoke her mind and she was a true original.

You’re back on screen after a six-year hiatus from acting. Why did you take that time away?

There were a lot of reasons I needed to step away. The first was that it was pretty obvious to me I needed to stop. The schedule had caught up with me and I wasn’t taking care of myself. I was really exhausted. There’s never a good time to step away from creative opportunities but I needed to be ignored.

Was it always a conscious decision for you to keep your private life out of the spotlight?

It’s not difficult. You don’t talk about it; you don’t post it. I like to keep it zipped.

It isn’t easy being an actor who disappears when you have no mystery.

I always think a little mystery never hurt a girl!

I ALWAYS THINK A LITTLE MYSTERY NEVER HURT A GIRL!

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ENTERTAINMENT LOCKY, 30 Bali-based Locky is a challenge beast who just missed out on the finale in 2017. ‘I’m going to spend more time on my social game this season,’ says the adventure guide, adding that he plans to be more strategic.

: r o v i v r u S All Stars

LYDIA, 38, VIC

MARK, 54, VIC

BROOKE, 26, VIC

This five-time Olympian is also ‘a physical beast’ who’ll eliminate ‘coasters’ in order to win.

‘They’re threats,’ the ex-aerial skier says.

He was dubbed ‘Tarzan’ and exited the game in 2017 after giving up an Idol.

‘I won’t make that mistake again,’ the lime grower tells.

After being blindsided

by Flick in 2016, the fitness fanatic is well aware ‘allies aren’t friends’. She wants revenge and is excited for a bit of rivalry.

BATTLE OF THE

The strongest contenders dish on why they can outwit, outlast and outplay

HENRY, 29, SA

PHOEBE, 31, VIC

MAT, 43, QLD

AK, 32, SA

FLICK, 27, QLD

He pretended to be a yoga instructor and was nicknamed ‘Zen Hen’ in 2017 – but it was a ruse. ‘I’m even sneakier now,’ the teacher shares.

This lawyer’s smarts and social skills are her strengths, but being ‘too trusting’ cost her in 2016. Her plan is to be fearless and adaptable.

As an ex-rugby league and union player, Mat’s a physical threat. ‘I’m The Godfather, too, so I know how to control the game,’ he tells.

‘I played hard, thought creatively and never gave up,’ this wedding DJ says of his time in camp in 2017. ‘I know how to play this.’

‘I’m not afraid to lie, and voting out Brooke – my best friend in 2016 – made me an all star,’ this travel agent shares. ‘I’ll have to watch my back.’

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SHANE, 63, TAS

NICK, 31, SA

She’s the ex-Olympic swimmer who won the game in 2018 – but says she’ll avoid trusting ‘lying bastards’ in order to grab a second crown.

‘I’m back because I’m a loud mouth,’ high school teacher Nick tells. ‘Plus, I’m a puzzle king.’ He admits his ‘dad bod’ might be a weakness, though.

BEST!

their rivals

JERICHO, 28, VIC

HARRY, 30, WA

The ‘Cookie Monster’s’ social game helped him win the title of sole survivor in 2017. ‘I’m a badass,’ the flight attendant admits.

‘I bring an abrasive, aggressive gameplay to Australian Survivor,’ ‘Dirty’ Harry says. The ice cream maker made the top three in 2019.

He was the ‘Golden God’ who went home in 2019 with an unplayed immunity idol. ‘I’ll play smarter and quieter this time,’ tells the model, who’s based in the US. ‘I’m going to avoid a blindside by creating my own spy network!’

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ENTERTAINMENT Can Colin’s team of challengers beat Manu’s champions?

MKR’S BACK

HO THAN Mentor and chef Colin Fassnidge says his team of fans will smash Manu Feildel’s faves

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leven seasons in, and My Kitchen Rules is having a refresh. ‘It’s five teams of ex-competitors lead by Manu versus my five teams of untried fans,’ explains Colin. ‘I hate to lose and there’s no way I want to lose to Manu!’

Pete Evans also returns as an impartial judge. ‘Make no mistake, this year it’s war between me and Manu,’ adds Colin, 45.

How do you feel about the new format of MKR? I honestly think this season of MKR is the one I’ve enjoyed doing the most. I’ve already seen all the episodes, and it’s very rare for me to sit down and watch it all the way through, but this time I’ve watched two or more episodes in a row!

It’s a lot funnier, too. I knew I would say it’s great, but the new format has definitely given the show a whole new

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Teams to watch

THESE KITCHEN STARS COULD WIN!

THE FAVES

OTTER EVER!

DAN & STEPH

JAKE & ELLE

flavour and I can’t see it going back to the old way.

THE FANS

Your teams haven’t cooked on TV before. Is that a disadvantage?

No, because I teach them. Honestly, I got the fans because I’m better than Manu. He gets the ones who can cook.

I got the ones who have to be taught, so obviously I’m the better mentor!

Has this competition affected your friendship with Manu?

We’re friends outside of the kitchen, but once we get in the kitchen we just want to do each other over. Chefs want bragging rights, so I have to beat him.

How’s the food this year?

I’ve eaten the best – and worst – food ever in my eight seasons. I’m serious!

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How involved is Pete?

He’s in the middle and is supposed to be the impartial judge, but he’s not.

He’s thrown me under the bus on the show a few times. I think he’s a bit of a grumpy bus driver this season.

KERRY & KAYLENE

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What gets you out of bed in the morning (besides the promise of coffee)? On Monday, cerebral planet Mercury lights up your astro zone of work and value, making you think about whether you actually care about what you do. If you’re just going through the motions at work, here’s your chance to make meaningful changes to your professional life.

TAURUS

APR 20-MAY 20

Love planet Venus is in your sign, and while that could mean you attract more romantic interest, it could also mean you’re more invested in loving yourself. No matter your relationship status, treat yo’self to a style refresh and pledge to speak more kindly to yourself.

From Monday, communication planet Mecury will help you express what you need to say.

GEMINI

MAY 21-JUN 21

MAR 21-APR 19

Feel like the universe is hitting the brakes on your energy levels? Don’t fight it. From Monday, cerebral Mercury is in your astro zone of rest and solitude, which may zap your enthusiasm for wild nights out.

Early nights and some time in nature may be just the ticket for your soul. Work wise, conditions are ripe for creative ideas to flow.

CANCER

JUN 22-JUL 22

Nobody puts Gemini in a corner.

If you’re being pigeon-holed at work, or underestimated in your squad, savvy Mercury, which is hanging in your zone of adventure until Sunday, will jolt you out of that rut. If you’re willing to take a risk, it could pay off big time. Meanwhile, love planet Venus is helping couples get serious about the future.

Sure, you have the same amount of hours in a day as Beyoncé, but you don’t have her staff or cashflow. So if you’re trying to do way too much, ease off the accelerator. Motivation planet Mars is in your astro zone of planning and detail, where it can be pretty extra. Instead of stressing, remember: you can’t change all the things, so focus on those you can change.

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Couples ready to get serious have got astrology on their side.

Love planet Venus is in your astro zone of commitment, meaning you could gain some ring-finger bling, combine addresses or rush out and buy a pregnancy test. Money wise, from Monday smart-thinking Mercury hits your zone of investments, helping you sort out your super and savings plan.

Breaking up is hard to do, but when it comes to your health, it’s part of adulting. With cerebral Mercury in your astro zone of wellness, this is a great time to ditch things that are sabotaging your health – think: cigarettes, energy drinks, crappy sleep habits etc. You’re one of the most disciplined signs of the zodiac so you’ve got the willpower.

You know that thing you’re avoiding? Well, if it’s relationship related, feisty planet Mars will help you and bae confront the elephant in the room. The only thing worse than having a difficult convo is not having one.

You’ll want to choose your words carefully, since Mars can be a little intense. If you’re single, this could give you the courage to do something bold.

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Hey, where’d that summer vibe go? If your holidays are a distant memory, some planetary action in your astro zone of fun should help you find your chill. No offence, Scorpio, but you can be a little intense sometimes… thankfully, cerebral Mercury is putting your focus on playtime from Monday until March. Life admin can wait – go blow off the cobwebs and get a little wild.

Who rule the world? Sagittarius, that’s who! At least, that’s how it’ll feel, thanks to bold Mars in your sign. You’ll have the courage of Greta Thunberg and the sass of Lizzo. It’s a powerful time to pitch for ambitious work projects, sell your best ever ideas and make a move on that super-sexy single on your radar.

The trick is to be assertive not aggressive – too much firepower could see your plans implode.

More often than not in relationships, it’s Capricorn wearing the pants. It’s not that you’re a control freak, it’s just you’re more efficient at getting shit done. That doesn’t always go down well, but thanks to love planet Venus in your astro zone of communications, you and bae will be more in sync. Productive or meaningful convos are likely – just make sure you listen more than you talk.

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Want to know one of the biggest relationship killers?

It’s not necessarily cheating but boredom. So if your sexual repertoire is somewhat predictable, passion planet Mars in your astro zone of intimacy will inspire you to get creative. Put your desires front and centre, Taurus (and BTW, you don’t need a partner for that).

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