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january 15 2018
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4 Papped 6 Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan 8 Davina McCall, Katie Price and Lauren Goodger 10 Jonny Mitchell 12 Jess Impiazzi 13 Ashley James 14 Ferne McCann 16 Josie Gibson 17 Kerry Katona 18 Stephanie Waring 20 The Kardashians 22 Chloe Ferry, Marnie Simpson, Sophie Kasaei and Nathan Henry 25 Olivia Attwood and Chris Hughes 26 Olly Murs 28 Kevin Clifton and Louise Redknapp 30 Celebs soak up the sun! 33 Josh “JP” Patterson 34 Lowdown 37 Hot or not? 38 Lisa Riley 40 Meet the red carpet rescuers! 56 Amelia Lily 71 Mark Wahlberg Columnists
29 Peter Andre
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43 Style opener 44 Chic or eek! 46 Werk it! 50 Hit the slopes 51 Love it? Get it! 52 1 item 4 ways 53 Fashion hot list 54 Beauty
Amanda and Ann are bringing the lolz
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58 “Blogger Belle’s cancer lies betrayed her fans” 60 What’s all the fuss about fascia? 62 “We make billionaire babies’ dreams come true” 66 Celeb supplements: tried and tested every issue
57 Witness my fitness 64 Celebrity bites 68 Travel 70 Face facts 72 Zone 78 Letters 79 Horoscopes 80 Puzzles 82 Express your selfie
Couple in Crisis?
Kem and Amber called it a day shortly before Christmas, and as 2018 dawned, it looked like yet another Love Island couple, Chris and Olivia, were about to split. Luckily, as we reveal this week, the pair are doing their best to make their relationship work – even moving into a plush new pad together. Turn to page 25 for all their latest goss.
OMG! The OaPs are rOckinG cBB F Forget allll this hi ““year off the h woman”” andd A Ashley hl JJames might get some malarkey for a moment – for us, the latest male viewers in a lather by stripping series of CBB is all about the oldies or, to down to their scanties (yawn), but TV put it more politely, “senior” housemates. legend Amanda has wit, wisdom and For some bizarre reason, Big Brother six decades of salacious showbiz repeatedly makes the mistake of filling gossip on her side. And, love her or the house with young (and often rather loathe her, former MP Ann – who dumb) reality TV types. But as fans of seems in permanent danger of being the show know, the most jaw-dropping, dragged to the ground by her heaving laugh-out-loud moments bosom – makes for oddly usually stem from the compelling viewing. more seasoned stars’ Once dubbed a “toxic outrageous antics. Tory” due to her anti-abortion, Here at new!, we still anti-gay marriage views, have Corrie queen Julie we look forward to seeing Goodyear’s immortal how well she rubs along screech of, “Don’t with Amanda (gay, married Outspoken Rachel talk SHITE!” ringing to a woman – whoop!) and has her say in our ears, while Rachel Johnson (pro-abortion). last January’s series Come on, CBB bosses – how wouldn’t have been half as epic about an OAP-only series next time? You without the presence of Kim “you know it makes sense! little bitch” Woodburn. And who could forget a latex-clad Turn to page 10 for Lionel Blair gyrating inside a makeshift more on CBB sex dungeon back in 2014. Our eyes! So let’s thank the powers that be for signing up this series’ standout stars, Amanda Barrie and Ann lebby eyres, Widdecombe. Sure, Jess Impiazzi editor-in-chief
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ark Wright and Michelle Keegan looked like they were joined at the hip when they were pictured strolling around LA last week after spending a whopping eight months apart. And while the married couple are clearly enjoying every moment of being together again, we can’t help but suspect that ambitious Mark is hoping his love of the LA lifestyle will rub off on his wife soon. Since the Our Girl actress, 30, and her man landed in America at the end of December, she’s been pictured heading to the gym every day. Last week the couple even had a workout session together at Equinox gym – where you can do Pilates, cycling classes and yoga – in West Hollywood. This came just days after the pair enjoyed a hike up the Hollywood Hills and Mark uploaded a snap from their romantic trek to Instagram. Tellingly, the fitness fanatic captioned the shot, “Last sunset of 2017 stateside. Bring on 2018. Live, love, learn, grow, progress, stay healthy happy new year x.”* But while Mark – who’s made no secret of how much he loves living in LA, where he presents Extra – continues to be a poster boy for keeping fit, booze-loving Michelle has
Michelle shared videos of herself enjoying booze and doughnuts
been enjoying letting her hair down following her gruelling filming schedule for the BBC drama, which took her abroad for most of last year. Last week, the partyloving brunette posted a boomerang video of Mark posted a romantic herself downing a shot sunset snap with the caption “Going with his wife rogue”, while Mark looked on, shaking his head in disgust. The following day she uploaded an Instagram story of herself ogling plates of doughnuts and wrote next to it, “Hit me up.” Michelle recently admitted that she had relaxed her diet and gained weight. Speaking last October, the petite actress said, “I’ve put on a stone and feel it everywhere.” The former Corrie star fully embraced the Essex festive celebrations with her in-laws and was filmed singing karaoke with sister-in-law Jess Wright while clutching the pair wore a champagne glass at exercise gear out and about a family party. in hollywood And approving fans have noticed her frame is slightly curvier than it was, with one Michelle was writing, “She’s certainly slimmer in 2016 put a bit of weight on, but still looking beautiful,” co-ordinator Paul while another said, “She’s put on some Pieterse thinks she’s weight and looks loads better now.” got what it takes to However, as 30-year-old Mark embraces make it stateside, the healthy LA lifestyle, we doubt he’ll saying, “No doubt she Michelle and be letting Mich get away with any more can make it there, the Jess sang overindulgence, especially if she wants right part and she’s away!” karaoke together to work in the States like her hubby. We’re sure nobody would Michelle, who’s currently between acting be more pleased than Mark if this jobs, has made no secret of the fact she’d was the case! Julia Brooks love to work in Hollywood, and Our Girl stunt new-magazine.co.uk
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Dav i n a : ‘ i wa n t t o b e a p e r s o n a l t r a i n e r ! ’ The TV presenter turns to fitness in an effort to move on from her marriage…
ewly single Davina McCall is determined to put all her energy into exercising following her split from hubby Matthew Robertson in November – by becoming a personal trainer. Although she may be best known as a TV presenter, the star has released more than a dozen workout DVDs in 13 years and has built up a successful brand when it comes to fitness. And now, she has vowed to throw herself wholeheartedly into helping others battle the bulge.
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Last week, she took to Twitter to inform fans of her masterplan, tweeting, “Right… my goals in 2018 are all to qualify as fitness instructor … I neeeed a qualification in that area after all this time … #ownyourgoals.”* She also encouraged her followers to share their own aspirations, adding, “what are your fitness goals? Make a public pledge.” And when fitness guru Joe Wicks asked his Twitter followers about their goals for 2018, Davina, 50, reiterated her pledge, responding, “I’m going to get qualified…. I want to become a fitness instructor… after all this time!” Davina has thrown herself into her exercise regime following her split from former Pet Rescue presenter Matthew after 17 years of marriage. She has used social media to show off her toned abs and workout videos as she attempts to move on. In a recent post, she showcased her jaw-dropping six-pack, after telling new!,
“I don’t think I could lose it if I tried. It’s one of those physiological things that I just have.” And although she and Matthew, 49, reportedly spent Christmas together for the sake of their three children, Holly, 16, Tilly, 14, and Chester, 11, Davina hinted she was struggling with the break-up when she shared a video on Instagram dedicated to anyone feeling “lonely” over the holidays. Last year, psychologist Jo Hemmings told us that in the wake of her split Davina “could be using She split from extreme exercise as Matthew a coping mechanism last year to channel her pain”. Jo added, “This could be her way of getting some control back.” With her plans for world fitness domination in full swing, we wonder if Davina still has a lot of emotional healing to do…
J o r Da n : ‘ i n e e D a f r e s h s ta r t ! ’ K atie Price didn’t have the happiest 2017, given that she had to deal with her mum Amy’s terminal illness and husband Kieran Hayler’s latest cheating scandal. But the plucky mum of five, who will turn 40 in May, has vowed to remain positive throughout 2018, telling fans she’s “entering the new year for a fresh start”. The star admitted recently that her public breakdown on Loose Women last year, when she cried while talking about her mum’s lung condition, was the wake-up call she needed to get professional help. Speaking last week, she said, “When I watched that back, I was like, ‘Seriously, I probably need to Kieran admitted go to the doctors to talk about sleeping with the feelings.’ their nanny “It was the best thing I ever did. I sat there for two hours. Mum Amy has I got everything off my chest, weight off my shoulders. It feels a terminal Kieran, my mum, the so good.” illness court ou t ccase… [where her The star revealed she’s now step-dad Paul Price making time for herself following the advice was found not guilty from her doctor. “This year I’ve made a lot of of rape]. It feels like a changes. Spend more time with my friends…
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LAuReN’s bIg ReINveNtION! The former TOWIE star wants to take her life in a new direction – though she can’t seem to shake her ex, Joey Morrisson…
Katie Price is determined to put her “rollercoaster” year well and truly behind her… Do more stuff for yourself and it’s better for your head,” she said. And she’s already got a full diary of professional commitments for the year ahead, as she promised fans she couldn’t wait for them “to see what’s in store”. Not only is she due to perform the rescheduled dates of the one-woman show she cancelled last year, she’s also vowed to audition for the 2019 series of The Voice. She said, “If it’s on, I’m 100% going for it.” And there’s also set to be a new series of her reality show My Crazy Life, due to air later this year. The work commitments will be a welcome distraction as Katie continues to deal with the fall-out from Kieran’s indiscretion. In September, he admitted to sleeping with the family nanny, Nikki Brown, which she denies. Last week, defiant Katie referred to her new positive outlook when she posted a quote on Instagram, which read, “She is full of wounds, riddled with scars but she is still standing and she is still beautiful.” That’s the spirit, love!
auren Goodger has vowed to “rebrand” herself this year – starting off with a brand new chin! As new! revealed last week, Lauren flew to Turkey in December for her latest surgical procedure and she showed off the results – and some painful-looking bruising on her neck – last week. And it isn’t just Lauren’s face that’s changing, she’s also expanding her fake tan empire, Lauren’s Gold, to include make-up brushes as well as providing make-up tutorials. The 31 year old has also hinted at a reconciliation with her jailbird lover Joey Morrisson, who she split from last summer. Proving she hasn’t given up on her dream of marrying Joey and having his baby, she shared a photo of herself modelling a wedding dress on Instagram last week, suggesting she might be ready to walk down the aisle when Joey is released in March. And booze-loving Lozza has even ditched alcohol – perhaps in preparation for starting a family. She tweeted, “My first Christmas
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without touching a single drop of alcohol and i have had a calm quiet chilled time.. Thank you to everyone who was there for me another year and i promise im work hard make 2018 a good one #recovery.” She also revealed how she was going to “cut anything that doesn’t serve me any kindness, respect or love”. In a New Year message on Instagram, she added, “So much more to come from me so please no excuses #work #focus #love #kind #commitment #body #work #laurensgold #rebrand #me #peace #nonegativity #happiness.” Lauren’s hopes for a happier year came after she spent Boxing Day with Joey’s family. Posting a photo of herself, Joey’s brother Stephen and a female pal larking around on a sofa, she gushed, “Ended Xmas with a lovely Boxing Day #ThankYou #laughter #giggles #friends #chats #cuddles.” Joey and Stephen’s pregnant sister Charlotte showed her love for her potential future sister-in-law by commenting with a series of heart emojis. Lauren also shared a post of Stephen with a big teeth filter on. She’s got to get her kicks somehow now she’s given up booze! new-magazine.co.uk
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e were in two minds What would turn you against someone? when we first heard I don’t like people that over-exaggerate Love Island lothario and cause dramas. I don’t like Jonny Mitchell was attention-seekers. heading into the You may have picked the wrong show, Celebrity Big Brother then! What will you miss from the house. Yes, he could become the outside world? villain we all love to hate, but he I’m a big privacy man. I can go away could also become the villain we for months on end on my own and all just hate, like when he left Camilla have a really great time. That’s what I Thurlow for another girl during his struggled with a lot on Love Island. But time in the villa. I’m more prepared for it this time. But when we catch up with the What do you think you’ll struggle Essex lad, 48 hours before he was with this time? set to enter the house alongside the I think I’m going to love the tasks, but I likes of John Barnes, Dapper Laughs, think nominations are difficult because Shane Lynch, Ginuwine and Wayne I remember how difficult they were on Sleep, we have to admit he’s Love Island. a real laugh and very candid Do you think you’ve got a chance of Things are about his former relationship winning the show? frosty between with MIC star Steph Pratt. I’ll never say never. I’m forever the him and ex Steph Steph went on a Twitter optimist, but we’ll have to wait and rampage back in November, see. We’ll see if people change their claiming she had to call the What do you make of the perception of me first. That’s the main goal! Ashley’s a police after a row with Jonny, 26, line-up so far? Your relationship with Steph Pratt ended “nice girl” and accused him of cheating. Jonny I think it’s quite a cool mix in there. quite badly and she suggested the police strongly denies this to new! and says the I know Ashley James already. I met her were called. What happened? story only helped his fame grow bigger – once before and she’s a really nice girl. The police were never called. I contacted the and land him a spot on the Channel 5 show. Malika Haqq seems quite cool. I think they police myself to see if there is anything against Here, he talks to us about whether he’d all seem like pretty cool housemates. I think me. Not to mention I’m going on CBB and they have a romance in the house, what happened I’m going to get on all right with them. do a very thorough background and criminal with Steph and how he managed to lose a Is there anyone who takes your fancy? record check. It’s totally stone in just six weeks… It’s hard to say at this point. ludicrous and it’s a tactic Would you be open to having a romance to get people on her side. Hi Jonny! You’re going into Celebrity Big with someone in there? As for the cheating thing, Brother. How are you feeling about it? I’m quite fresh on the market. I wouldn’t I thought that was extra Very excited. I thought I’d be a lot more really go in there looking for a romance. hilarious! That picture nervous. At the same point when I was Sometimes when you’re in confined spaces that surfaced of me with He says this going into Love Island I was shitting myself. with people for a long time, you can’t really that girl – I was out with pic was totally I was so nervous! But I’m really chilled. predict these things. Marcel [Somerville] and innocent You got quite a bad reputation when these two girls jumped you were on Love Island. Do you want on our table to get a nice to change people’s perceptions of you? photo. It’s obviously cropped. I want to show the real me. I never watched What was the reason for the split, then? a lot of the Love Island stuff back because it The basis of it was a very pathetic argument cringes me out. What am I most disliked for? over something very stupid. I was dating Steph The Camilla thing, right? How many other Pratt. I was in awe of dating Steph Pratt. I was people did what I did? I think it’s because never stepping out of line. I thought I was a I happened to do it to the wrong person. model boyfriend – better than I was in the past! Is there anyone you think you might not get Has there been any contact since then? on with in there? No. No intention to at all. He dumped Cam I don’t think so. I’m pretty accommodating Have you ever cheated on anyone before? on Love Island to most people. I don’t think so, no. new-magazine.co.uk
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Jonny before taking on his FORZA fitness challenge
He’s toned up and lost a stone
What does Steph think of you doing CBB? She’ll hate it. I’m glad she hates it as well. Because she’s worried about what you might say? I’m a very mature person and an adult, and that’s why I didn’t sink to her level with this Twitter stuff. I’d never go on a show and start bad-mouthing her. I’ve got more respect – not for her, I haven’t got any respect for her – but in general. She’s done everything to try to drag me through the mud and all it’s done is get me on TV. She’s done CBB before. How would you feel if she came back into the house? I pray she comes into that house! You can’t run away from the truth. She can sit down on the keyboard, but when you’re in the same room as me it’s a very different story. Send her in. It will be hilarious! You’re looking great! How did you lose weight? My weight is up and down, I put it on quite easily and I lose it quite easily. So I teamed up with the guys down at FORZA. They gave me some cool workout and diet plans. I went to Budapest for two weeks, didn’t go out and got rid of some of the temptations. Were you body insecure before using FORZA? As much as anyone is. If I put on a load of weight I’d be more insecure. Will you strip off in the house now? Give me a couple of drinks and I’ll do it. Give me a couple of drinks and I’ll do anything! Gemma mcCartney Jonny lost a stone in six weeks using FORZA Shake It Slim, which can be bought at Forzasupplements.co.uk
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What were your first thoughts about Jess going into the house? I know Jessica felt it was a fantastic opportunity because there was a point to it as it’s the feminist Big Brother series. Do you worry the public won’t like Jess? I don’t at all and I’ve brought Jessica up to never be ashamed of herself and never judge anyone. She’s a very kindhearted and truly lovely person. Could Jess get pushed to the point where she’d walk? I hope not. They’d have to do something really bad. How close are you to Jess? We are very, very close. We speak four or five times a day. I lost my sight ten years ago and she’s been a great help to me. I couldn’t have asked for a better daughter. I’m an extremely lucky mummy.
She didn’t dump Denny for the show
Of course Jess can win, says mum Debbie
How did losing your sight affect Jess growing up? It was very sad at the time because she was studying at the Italia Conti Academy Of Theatre Arts when I started to lose my sight and dropped out to help me. If I had to go anywhere, she’d take me. We also lost my grandson, Jess’s nephew, from meningitis at 13 months. There was lots of sadness in our family at this point and Jessica suffered. Jess is now single. Could she find love in the house? She takes her time. She’s not going to run off with anybody. Did Jess dump Denny to go on the show? No, they had rather a large falling out back in August and split up then. Did you like him? Yes, he’s a nice guy, but I wasn’t living with him. She was. Was there a reason she called time on the relationship? [Pause] I think she just got to the stage where she said, “I’ve had enough now.” I don’t know what the circumstances were. Are they still in touch? They communicate. They have two dogs together. Could they get back together again? From what I can see, it’s the end.
Is Jess broody and keen to settle down at all? She’s very optimistic for the future but I don’t think it’s on her radar at the moment. I wouldn’t think it’s a good idea because she’s just come out of one relationship. Have some time out and enjoy things and enjoy life. How difficult was it for you when Jess was getting trolled after briefly dating Charlie Sheen? It was probably hard for her, but it was just With actor a really innocent, Charlie Sheen lovely day out. What do you make of Jess’s career choices, doing shows like EOTB and TOWIE? They have been great for her. She’s worked hard to get where she’s got. How do you feel about her being known as a glamour model? It’s fine. I’m very happy with her and I’m happy with her choices. Jess has had a boob job. Has she had anything else done? [Pause] She wouldn’t do any more [laughs]. She’d speak openly if you ask her [laughs]. It’s not my place to say. Finally, can Jess win? I’m her mum, so of course I think she can [laughs]. She’s my winner. Olivia Adams
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cratch below the surface and Jess Impiazzi isn’t the typical reality star she may seem at first glance. The model turned CBB contestant may have appeared on Ex On The Beach in 2015 and 2016, following cameos on TOWIE in 2012, but in her spare time Jess’s life is a far cry from glitz and glamour. Instead, the budding actress, 28, dotes on her mum, Debbie, who’s been registered blind for ten years, and raises money for charity Guide Dogs. We get together with Debbie, 56, from Surrey, who tells us she’s had a big smile on her face since Jess went into the house. And here, the mum of two explains why her daughter called it quits with her rugby player fiancé Denny Solomona, 24, and why she isn’t worried about viewers not liking Jess…
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shley James has been typecast as a blonde bimbo for too long, and she’s on a mission to prove her intelligence and depth on this year’s Celebrity Big Brother. That’s the opinion of her close friend Charlotte de Carle, a model and DJ who’s lived with Ashley in north London for three years and who agrees to give new! the lowdown on her famous pal! Ashley, 30, rose to fame in 2012 starring on Made In Chelsea but bowed out after her romance with Ollie Locke crumbled. The star’s second high-profile relationship was with former Xtra Factor presenter Matt Richardson. They dated during 2014 but the stress from their break-up later that year caused Ashley – who was recently linked to Britain’s Got Talent judge David Walliams – to suffer from body dysmorphia and panic attacks. Obviously very loyal to her friend, Charlotte tells us why Ashley has rejected Big Brother in the past and is so against having surgery… With Ollie on MIC
Why has Ashley Does she exercise? signed up to the show? She had been going to Ash has had a lot of the gym and doing boxing struggles – people classes before going into think she’s not the house to look good in intelligent because a bikini and tone up. she’s blonde and Ashley said she’s open to stunning. They think love in the house – would India Willoughby and she’s just a girl with she kiss on screen? Ashley in the CBB house big boobs, but When you put alcohol into she’s not. the mix you never know She’s a lot that proves women [laughs]. I don’t think she’s deeper than need to support looking for anything but if someone that. She each other more. came along, then maybe. wanted to Nadia Essex said on Would she fancy Jonny Mitchell? put herself Bit On The Side that She knows Jonny. She met him out there and Ashley was “vile” to through his ex-girlfriend and she Ann has been show that. her in the past and she’ll doesn’t tread on other women’s causing a stir Has she been form an alliance with the toes, so I’d say that’s a no. asked to do CBB before? guys because there are prettier Is Ashley broody? Yes, but she never wanted to. girls in the house with more to We avoid topics of conversation Why? offer. What do you say to that? that involve growing up as it It didn’t have a purpose. She’s not I say Nadia is chatting shit! makes me feel old. But everyone hungry to be on television – she Ashley got into a bikini almost wants to get married, have a just wants to give women more straight away. How body family and live happily ever after. confidence. When she found out confident is she? Would Ashley go back on MIC? the theme of the show was Can you go above 100 per cent?! No, she had a tough time. female empowerment, she She’s had issues in the past but Will she get bored in the house? jumped at the chance. she’s very comfortable now. She’s hyper-intelligent but Who will Ashley clash with? Has she had any surgery? hopefully she’ll amuse Ann Widdecombe seems to No. She wants to herself by talking to people. want to argue with everyone. age gracefully She’ll be devastated not I don’t think she listens to what and doesn’t to have any books to anyone else says and that could believe in read because she lead to disagreements. changing the loves to learn. Nikki Grahame tweeted asking way you are. Can she win? who Ashley shagged to get She wants Of course. She’s on CBB. How will she feel to show a sweet person about that? people you and has an insane The star’s split from She’d be really disappointed, as should be sense of humour – Matt hit her hard the point of the show is women’s happy with I’m missing living empowerment. For her to make the way with her! Olivia Adams a snidey, pointless comment like you are.
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Ashley James’s flatmate Charlotte de Carle tells we’ll see lots of flesh-flashing from the star but she won’t fancy Jonny Mitchell…
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Fury over Ferne to support Arthu Friends tell that Ferne McCann isn’t ready to give up on jailed Arthur Collins just yet…
erne McCann equally as awful by mixing with has told pals someone of this creed!” she “is past But a source close to the 27 caring what year old told us that she doesn’t people think” seem bothered by the hate she of her after is getting online. “It really doesn’t she was outed for supporting look good on her that she’s been acid attack thug Arthur liking these pictures, especially Collins online. the one which basically said Ferne faced a he needs to be freed. huge backlash But she is past caring last week what people think of after she her,” we were told. was caught “She’s so liking an blinded by the Instagram whole thing, all she tribute thinks about is that to jailed he isn’t with her and Arthur was Arthur, which Sunday. Those close sentenced was posted by to Ferne have told her last month a relative called she needs to give up on her Tommy with a caption hopes for a future with Arthur, that read, “Free up my brother but she doesn’t seem to listen.” I miss him the most.”* Ferne has since unliked the One critic said, “People are picture that called for Arthur’s early scarred for life and she wants release, but a like on another snap an early release?” while remained online and she continued another wrote, “I knew she to follow Tommy on Instagram. would stand by him, she is Her apparent support for Arthur,
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who was jailed for 20 years plus a further five years on extended licence last month for throwing acid at innocent people in east London nightclub Mangle E8, comes after Ferne insisted she’d cut all ties with him. In November, she revealed how she had taken their newborn daughter Sunday to
HMP Belmarsh in south London where he is being held, to tell him he was out of their lives for good. “I went to see Arthur and I took Sunday with me,” she said. “I am very angry about what has happened and I needed to communicate that and wanted to hear what Arthur had to say. I thought it was important that Arthur see Sunday and see exactly what his actions have led to him missing out on.” She added, “I strongly feel for the innocent people hurt that night and I in no way condone violence as I have already made clear.” However, Ferne struggled to win sympathy for appearing to turn her back on Arthur when her reality TV show, First Time Mum, aired weeks later – and fans accused her of playing the victim. On the show she said, “I feel like I’m damned if I do and damned if I don’t. What I do next, whatever move I make, people are going to have an opinion on. I haven’t done anything. I shouldn’t care about all the negative comments but it’s hard not to read them and worry about what the future’s going to hold.”
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One fan fumed, “Ferne milking every last drop of airtime due to Arthur Collins for money Fans have accused Ferne – no such thing as bad of playing PR to this pond life!” the victim But not everyone was as harsh and some viewers were quick to praise the new mum. One tweeted, “Just caught up with @fernemccann #FirstTimeMum what a strong woman you are and so real! Sunday is so cute! #lovedit #hatsofftoyou.” Meanwhile, others have said they never believed Ferne would walk away from Arthur for good in the first place. “It’s obvious she hasn’t cut contact with him,” one critic said last week, while a former fan said, “She’s ruined any hope of a career as she clearly supports this evil vile creature. I used to like her but I’ve lost all respect for her now. She’s finished. She deserves to be scorned. I had hoped she’d put her baby first but she’s clearly putting herself first.” Ferne’s agent did not return our request for a comment. Julia Brooks
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Josie: ‘I thought that monster was going to kill me!’ Josie spoke out about the assault on social media
Josie Gibson chats exclusively to about her horrific New Year’s Eve assault and why she’s determined not to let her attacker get away with it…
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urious Josie Gibson has told new! she feared for her life after she was brutally attacked by a stranger in a taxi – and has vowed to bring the “monster” who did it to justice. Josie had been enjoying New Year’s Eve celebrations with her best friend Demi Hobbs when the pair befriended a man and offered him a lift home. But their kindness backfired when the man allegedly began “groping” her pal – and when they told him to get out of the taxi, he turned violent. She told us, “We told him we weren’t standing for that and to get the f**k out of our taxi! With that he started punching Demi. “I was doing everything in my power to make him stop. I got in the way and he hit me in the head. I got the black eye from where he punched me.”
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When their attacker showed no signs of stopping, Josie hit him with her shoe. She said, “I hit him with it about four times to try and stop him hitting Demi. Luckily I got him. But when we thought it was all over, he opened up the back of the taxi and started laying into Demi again. This girl is 8st 7lbs. He’s a woman-beating bully. I hate him so much.” The assault, which Josie has reported to the police, left her with a severely bruised face that “swelled up like elephant Josie tried to defend her friend Demi
woman”. Her friend Demi was so badly hurt that doctors were performing tests, including a CT scan, last Thursday. Josie continued, “I can’t believe we let a monster like that get in a taxi with us. I honestly thought he was going to kill us. He was punching Demi like he was in a boxing ring. I grew up in a violent household and I forgot how disgusting it was to see a man batter a woman like that.” Josie, 32, chose to go public with her story after learning her alleged attacker had a history of violent behaviour. But she was shocked by the reaction she got online, with some people even claiming she deserved to be attacked. Speaking to us just three days after the incident, she said, “I can’t believe how much hate I’ve got for outing him. I made it public because I found out who he was and I found
a video of him saying how much he likes prison. I thought, ‘If he likes prison, I’m going to shame this man and make him understand what he did was wrong.’ “It’s been awful. I’ve been told I deserved it, I should be drinking through a straw, I shouldn’t leave the house and – the best one – I drew my black eye on. I haven’t slept for two days. I’m so freaking angry about it.” She added, “He picked the wrong woman to do this to. I’m not frightened of a little womanbeating bully!” A spokesperson for Avon & Somerset Police told new!, “We can confirm we are investigating allegations of an assault by a man on a woman shortly after midnight on New Year’s Day. The victim – who is in her 30s – suffered facial injuries but did not require hospital treatment.”
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close, as Ampika’s been great for Kerry, especially with her divorce getting nasty.” Our source was referring to the incident just before Christmas, which saw police arrive at Ampika’s house as George came to collect his and Kerry’s three-year-old daughter Dylan-Jorge for the holidays. According to our mole, George had been sending Kerry “nasty” messages and Ampika was not happy when he turned up on her doorstep. We were told, “Ampika was disgusted. Kerry told George he wasn’t allowed to have DJ. He turned up and she still refused to hand her over. Poor DJ was crying and George called the police. Ampika had stern words with Kerry over George turning up, as not only were Kerry’s kids there, but Ampika’s son Jake was, too.” Our source continued, “Kerry did eventually let George see DJ over the holidays, but she made it clear he’s not to go to Ampika’s again.” But George took to Twitter with a very different take on things. He said, “I see the
press are writing their own version of events again. It’s very clear as to why the police attended. They came when I asked and did a good job. Please don’t try to make out they were there to watch me.”* It’s also been claimed that George has demanded £5,000 per week from Kerry as part of the pair’s divorce settlement, but she’s worried that she’ll struggle to pay it. Our source continued, “Kerry’s terribly upset. She can’t afford to pay George what he wants or go to court!” Hopefully, Kez will find solace (and cash) in a tour with Ampika, who revealed plans before Christmas to hit the road with her pal. She posted on Instagram, “Come and see us on tour next year. For a fun filled night with the fabulous @kerrykatona7 a night of truth, lies and fantasy watch this space tickets on sale in January.” Ampika’s agent told us the girls will start with a one-off show in Manchester in the spring, but as new! went to press, tickets were not yet available. Let’s hope the tour does materialise – and gives Kerry some much-needed focus for the new year.
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als have revealed fresh fears for Kerry Katona now she’ll no longer be living under the watchful eye of her “guardian angel” Ampika Pickston. According to sources, she “has no money coming in” now that her panto run has ended, and plans to move up north from her home in Sussex on a permanent basis while she figures out what to do next. Kerry, 37, was staying with the former Real Housewives Of Cheshire star for eight weeks, including over Christmas, during which time she’s transformed her body, losing a whopping two stone with Ampika’s weight-loss plan Skinny Revolution. And she’s been posting numerous positive messages on social media, proving she’s happier than ever following her split from estranged husband George Kay. But according to our insider, pals are now worried Kerry will go off the rails again once she leaves Ampika’s home. “Ampika’s taught Kerry to respect herself and has given her a huge confidence boost,” we were told. “Kerry’s starting the new year with no money and no work. She’s moving up north as it’s cheaper than Sussex, so she’ll still be looking to Ampika for support. We all hope they’ll be
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ou’ve got to be incredibly Would you say this is the most nervous brave (or a bit crazy!) to you’ve been in your career? take part in Dancing On Yeah. I mean, apart from when I used Ice, so it’s no surprise to audition. I used to get really nervous Stephanie Waring’s got because I think I’ve got a little bit of a serious case of the jitters low self-esteem. This is the biggest when we catch up with her just days before thing that’s ever happened to me. the first live show. Have you been in tears? But luckily for the Hollyoaks actress, she’s This morning! I’m going to be that girl that been partnered with long-standing cries on TV all the time. It’s like I just can’t professional ice dancer Sylvain control this water coming out of my Longchambon, 37, who she face. I’ve never cried so much tells us has “so much in my life. patience”. It also helps How has Sylvain prepared that Sylvain is married you for the live shows? to her fellow soap star I don’t think there’s much – and his former DOI you can do. Apart from partner – Samia – going through your who Stephanie, 39, routine and trying to Sylvain and wife reveals has been super polish it up, you’ve just got Samia fell in love supportive towards her. to relax. He says, “Just when they were Here Steph, who has no take your time” because partnered on DOI previous experience on the sometimes I go a bit fast, and ice, tells us what worries her because I’m not a dancer, I just most about the judges’ criticism, talks listen to the music and hope for the best! about the rumours of a romance with How are you getting on with Sylvain? a fellow DOI contestant, rugby player I’m really glad I got Sylvain because we work Max Evans, and admits she’s fallen in really easily together and he’s got so much love with skating… patience. But it’s tough love as well. When I’m doing something a bit wrong, he’ll tell me. Hi Steph! How are you feeling about the He’s made me a better skater and performer. first live DOI show? We just have a laugh. He’s got really good It’s so daunting, because I feel like I’m a bit banter for a Frenchman! hit-and-miss with my routines. Sometimes Has his wife Samia given you any advice? I do it great, other times, I don’t. I mess up, She’s been brilliant. She’s been at the other fall, or don’t quite hit the mark. end of the phone. We’ve been messaging like
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mad. She’s like, “Any time you need to vent…” But I’ve not needed to, which is good. How are you feeling about facing the judges and their criticism? I’m actually quite sensitive so I’m kind of hoping I won’t take it too much to heart if it’s bad criticism. I’ll hopefully use it constructively and just want to improve. My only problem is, if it was something personal. Like if the criticism was about your body or appearance. The costumes are really skimpy! Did you watch what you ate over Christmas? Not really. I had the best intentions, but it’s Christmas and a time to relax your diet a little bit and enjoy it. I knew once Christmas was done I’d be back training and working hard. Have you noticed a change in your body since you’ve been skating? Not much. I was hoping I’d have my new bum by now, but that’s not happened. I think it’s because I’m eating more to compensate for the training. I’ve not noticed differences. We heard you had an accident and hurt your hand… I’ve had a few falls… well, a lot of falls! But the natural instinct is to put your hands out to save yourself and I kept falling on my left hand. Every time it was healing, I’d fall on it again, and the last time it started swelling up. I keep it strapped up now, so that if I do fall I’ve got something to protect it. I’ve also landed on my knees a few times so I’ve got a lot of swelling and fluid on my knee as well. The last fall I had, I actually cracked my knee pad, so if I hadn’t had that knee pad on I would’ve been out of the competition! Have you bonded with the other contestants? Oh, we’re all so close. We’ve got a really lovely group of people. You know, you’re all in the same boat. It’s not competitive. I mean, obviously you’ll see people on the ice and think, “They’re doing really well,” and it might knock your confidence a little bit because you might think you’re not as good as them, but that just makes you
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push yourself even more. Everyone gets on really well. We’ve got a WhatsApp group, which is really funny. We chat a lot on that. Can you clear up the rumours that you’re dating fellow DOI contestant Max Evans after you were spotted kissing him? That wasn’t even a proper kiss! You know what, it’s so silly. We were just having a laugh. I don’t even fancy him. We knew the cameras were there and we were just messing around. Do you have a boyfriend at the moment? I’m seeing someone, but he’s not in the business. And I just want to keep that private. It’s been a while now. Has he been supportive? Oh yeah, he really has. But he’s not on any social media and I want to keep it that way. That’s why I just usually say I’m single. It’s easier. What’s been the hardest part about training for the show? Learning new moves and nailing it. The whole process has been really hard, but rewarding at the same time. I’ve fallen in love with ice skating. I’ve got the bug and I’d love to carry it on after I finish the show. GEmmA mcCArTnEY Dancing On Ice, ITV, Sunday, 6pm
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Kardashians und It’s a case of new year, new dramas for the famous reality TV family…
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It should be an exciting time for Kim Kardashian and her husband Kanye West as they eagerly await the arrival of baby number three. But the pair were left frantic with worry last week when their son, Saint, two, was hospitalised with pneumonia. Thankfully, Saint was released in time for New Year’s Eve and Kim, 37, and Kanye, 40, celebrated by posting a snap of themselves sharing a kiss as the clock struck midnight. Kim spoke publicly about the incident last week saying, “My precious baby boy is so strong! After three nights in the hospital & seeing my baby get multiple IV’s and hooked up to oxygen machines, our end of year was challenging. Pneumonia is so scary. I just want to thanks every nurse & doctor out there who works so hard around the clock. We’re so grateful for you all! He’s home and all better.”* The star also took to social media to address haters who accused her of partying on NYE while her son was in hospital. She said, “I did not leave my son for one minute during his hospital stay. We were there Wednesday night to Saturday. NYE WAS SUNDAY NIGHT. People came over when he was already asleep for the night! Don’t even try me when it comes to my kids.” Saint’s illness will have been a huge blow to Kim, who’s nervously awaiting the arrival of her daughter via a surrogate. As we recently reported, Kim’s been growing concerned about the huge media interest in their surrogate and has been worried about her safety. And Kim, who is also mum to daughter North, four, has admitted how hard it has been for another woman to carry her baby. “I think it’s so much harder… because you’re not really in control, ” she said. Let’s hope Kim’s stress levels return to normal when the baby arrives!
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Kendall’s selfie kicked off a weight debate
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Kendall Jenner was cruelly body shamed last week when trolls accused her of looking “round” and “pregnant”. The model was attacked after posting a snap of herself wearing a polka-dot dress on Instagram. “What’s happening to your stomach?” one follower asked, while another said, “Definitely pregnant!” A third mused, “The way her belly rounds it looks like she is pregnant.” But furious Kendall, 22, hit back, telling the trolls, “I just like bagels ok!!!” It’s little wonder she’s angry, as it isn’t the first time her size 8 body’s been slated. In 2014, she was left upset by “cruel and evil” trolls who pointed out she had cellulite on
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Khloé: ‘ExErcisE is good mum-to-be responds to f o r m y ba b y ! ’ The criticism over her workouts
Determined Khloé Kardashian is sticking to her New Year’s resolution of keeping “a positive mind frame”, and continuing with her exercise regime, despite criticism from fans. The mum-to-be, came under fire after posting a video of herself working out with her sister Kourtney on Snapchat. One critic said, “Doing exercise may be dangerous for the baby and her,” while another cruelly mocked Khloé’s pregnancy body and said, “Her butt just looks so ridiculous in those video’s. Like she stuck two bowling balls down the seat of her pants.”
Fans slated her gym videos with sister Kourtney
Her boyfriend Tristan cradles their baby bump
But feisty Khlo, 33, hit back and said that exercising during pregnancy is safe. She said, “For the ones who think they are physicians all of a sudden. But MY doctor and I communicate and my workouts are cleared and highly recommended. Thanks kiddos! Don’t make me stop sharing shit.” Thankfully, Khloé had some support, with one fan telling her, “Exercise is a good thing don’t listen to these foolish negative people who think they know it all.” And her exercise regime is clearly paying off as her boyfriend Tristan Thompson said last week that she looks “fine for six months, baby”. The star revealed on The Ellen DeGeneres Show last week that she doesn’t know the gender of her baby, but said if it’s a boy she’ll name him Tristan Jr and if it’s a girl her name will start with a K or T. She also described her man as “a dream” and says she feels “lucky” to be with him. Meanwhile, Khloé is missing her bezzie Malika Haqq after she entered the CBB house last week. Khloé tweeted, “I am so happy for @ForeverMalika being on CBB but I hate that I can’t watch. I have to know what’s going on in there!! Is she ok?” Let’s hope Malika doesn’t add to Khloé’s stress by spilling any of the star’s secrets while she’s in the house!
h i t s bac K at w E i g h t t r o l l s her thigh during a catwalk show. last-minute shoot and not At the time she said, “Let them be worried about it.” do what they want. Let them sit The criticism has not come behind a computer and write at a good time for Kendall, stupid things about a young girl who recently revealed she and make her feel bad about was scaling back her online herself. It’s cruel and it’s evil.” presence by deleting her But despite adding at the time lifestyle app. that she didn’t “feel the need” Last April she admitted to to respond to critics, Kendall suffering from anxiety. She said, She likes to dramatically lost weight, at one “I wake up in the middle of the keep a trim tum for photoshoots point dropping to a UK size 4. night freaking out. Full panic She also admitted to feeling attacks. They wake me up from self-conscious about her tummy my sleep, and I need to stand area and, in 2015, said, “I like to work out up and I pace and I’m freaking out and to feel better about myself. I do a lot of crying. I don’t feel normal and I like to photoshoots with my stomach showing, feel as normal as I can.” and it just feels better to know that I can Ignore the trolls, Kendall, we think wear a crop top – or nothing, lol – at a you look fab!
Khloé talked baby names on The Ellen DeGeneres Show last week
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Chloe says her figure “is not normal”
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ChlOe: ‘ I Wa N t mOre s u r g e ry tO lOOk perfeCt’ Since finding fame on Geordie Shore three years ago, Chloe Ferry has completely transformed her face and body. She’s spent a whopping £40,000 on cosmetic treatments, including a nose job, lip and cheek fillers and Botox. But the 22 year old still isn’t happy with her appearance and has told new! she plans to jet to Los Angeles this year in a desperate bid to look “perfect” like “the girls on Instagram”. She told us, “Me and Marnie are going to LA to gets loads of stuff done. I want to be perfect. I don’t like my nose. The bit at the end needs to be smaller. I want my tip to go up a bit more.”
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Surgery-obsessed Chloe shocked her fans when she appeared to do a DIY job on her lips before Christmas and uploaded a video of herself injecting filler. But her agent told us she “was just playing about” and “never would inject herself”. It’s not just her face she wants to alter – Chloe also wants to lose weight. “Everybody says I look skinny at the minute but I think I look big,” she told us. “I want to get down to an 8. My figure is not normal. I’ve got a tiny waist and massive hips. My jeans are a 14 because my arse is that big. My New Year’s resolution is to be really skinny.” We think you’re fine as you are, Chlo!
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theN Last year, Marnie Simpson admitted she had “ruined” her looks due to her obsession with surgery, particularly on her lips. But Marnie – who’s spent £20,000 on procedures – has since had a change of heart as she’s planning on having even more surgery. She now wants a third nose job, telling us, “I don’t like the tip.” And the 25 year old, who’s also had lipo, lip and cheek fillers and two breast uplifts, admitted she’s so insecure that she frets about what her boyfriend Casey Johnson thinks of her. She told new!, “I’m like 10st 3lbs and when I first started
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Geordie Shore I was 8st. I feel sorry for Casey sometimes because he has to look at me. I look like a tramp.” But despite insisting to us, “I’m not trying to be anyone else or the girls on Instagram,” and claiming, “I only tweak things that I think need tweaking,” last week she spoke of the pressure she feels to look “perfect” on social media. “You’re always trying to compete and have that perfect appearance,” she said.
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Sophie Kasaei had something of a make-under last year, dissolving her lip fillers and even ditching her trademark hair extensions after suffering from alopecia. The 28 year old – who has had a breast lift, implants and fillers in the past – previously said, “I don’t have an addiction because I know my limits and would never go too far. I’ve just recently had fillers removed on my top lip because they were getting bigger and bigger.” But her low-key transformation didn’t last long because she recently had filler injected into her jaw and chin during a trip to LA. “I went to the same guy who does Kim Kardashian,” she told us. “It gave us a contoured jaw.” However, one of the most noticeable changes about Sophie has been her shrinking waistline. And thanks to her significant weight loss, our former online columnist now reckons she’s hotter than her cousin, Marnie Simpson. She said, “I’m the prettier cousin and she’s the uglier one now. It took a while but I got there. I never thought I would.” But she added, “I’m joking! Marnie is naturally pretty.”
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Nathan Henry prefers to hang around with the girls in the house – and their love of surgery is clearly rubbing off on him! When we caught up with him, he was eager to show off his new lip filler, explaining, “I didn’t have a top lip. When I smiled it was just a line and my teeth.” And it isn’t just his lips he’s been tampering with. “I had my jaw done as well,” he told us. “Filler makes it more defined. I can cut glass with this bitch.” But the 26 year old has decided to give up Botox as it left him expressionless. He said, “I’ve learned to love my screw face. And it’s nice to be able to show emotion again. When I The star was mad, my boyfriend back in 2015 could never tell.” Geordie Shore series 16 is on Tuesdays at 10pm on MTV
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Liv and Chris: It’s make or break time! The Love Island stars move into a new pad and give things one last shot…
fter spending Christmas and New Year apart, it looked like Olivia Attwood and Chris Hughes had finally called time on their relationship. But we can reveal the feisty pair are giving their romance one last chance by moving into a plush new pad together! The Love Island stars led separate lives over the festive period, which was hardly surprising after we revealed how their latest row pushed them to breaking point. As we reported, Olivia, 26, thought Chris, 25, was “volatile and manipulative” for ringing her mum to say her partying was out of control. But an insider has exclusively told new! the couple are determined to have a happier year together and put the bust-ups behind them. “They are in the process of moving into
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their new place and getting all the She added, “I threw Chris a furniture in. Olivia is hoping things surprise birthday party on the 22nd and then the next day will be more calm between them he went to the Cotswolds as this year,” our mole said. “They planned, and I went to my family aren’t perfect for each other by in Surrey. We’d had quite a any means, but they love each stressful time for the last couple other so much and it always of weeks. It was a lovely break.” pulls them back to each other.” Olivia spent Christmas in a spa Our source added, “Chris and Olivia have had a really rough few hotel in Surrey with her family and celebrated New Year months and it’s no secret with Charlotte Crosby, they’ve been arguing. Sophie Kasaei and The row before In The Style owner Christmas where Adam Frisby, he got her mum posting a pic involved really with the caption, took its toll but he “A f**king apologised and good time never she forgave him. Chris visited hurt nobody.” They decided to Jamie in Meanwhile, Chris hospital spend Christmas went back to his family’s separately though, as they wanted to focus on their families. farm in Gloucestershire and took time out on Christmas Eve to It did them the world of good.” visit Made In Chelsea star Jamie Olivia told new! that the Laing, who had to undergo an decision to spend Christmas operation on his stomach, in apart from Chris was “mutual”.
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a Cheltenham hospital. Surprisingly, one person who Chris didn’t spend time with was former BFF and fellow Islander Kem Cetinay, and sources have told new! they are not as close. An insider told us that the boys, who starred in their own spin-off show, Straight Outta Love Island, as well as releasing a single together, are “not good friends at all. Time has passed and they are both so busy.” Sob! We thought that was the one relationship from the show that would last!
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hen Olly Murs popped on to our TV screens eight years ago, he proved he was more than just a pretty face, impressing us with his singing voice as well as his Essex charm. So it doesn’t surprise us that, after being in the game Olly with Sir Tom, for so long, not to mention Jennifer and Will bagging a place on The on The Voice UK Voice UK ’s coaching panel alongside Sir Tom Jones, Will.i.am and Jennifer Hudson, the singer has had his fair share In fact, it seems he’s even made time to have of luck with the ladies! a flirt with the The Voice’s contestants! You Not only has Olly, 33, recently been can take the boy out of Essex but you can’t linked to Love Island’s Amber Davies, he take Essex out of the boy, eh, Olly?! also shared a date with former Take Me Here, the cheeky chappy talks dating, Out contestant Emma Conybeare. What hanging out in the US with pal Mark Wright, a busy boy! and how he keeps in shape… But we were completely blown away last November when it was reported that Hey Olly! How’s it going on The Voice? the former X Factor host had been dating Tom, Jennifer, Will, Emma Willis and presenter Melanie Sykes, 47, for over the whole team are so easy to work with. a year. Mel, however, soon appeared to That’s one of the reasons I love the show. brush away the rumours by tweeting that We are all here to find talent, to she was “single”, leaving us wondering do great TV and to entertain what could be going on. people at home. So, when we sit down with Olly at a Is it tough judging someone screening of the first episode of the new without knowing what they series of The Voice, we’re eager to get to the look like? bottom of the hunk’s complicated love life. Yeah. I practised at And luckily, Olly is equally keen to explain, home by watching insisting he’s “single and ready to mingle”. the show from last
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year, then I would spin round. When I was sitting there it reminded me of listening to the radio. That’s how I envisioned myself – in the car on a long journey. Were you worried about doing live TV again after the flak you got presenting The X Factor? I’m not going to say it didn’t cross my mind because obviously that was a big moment in my career and of course it was a silly mistake. We all make mistakes at work and I made one. I had the least experience as a presenter on that show and I made a mistake, but whatever… How does The Voice compare to The X Factor? This show is completely different because I don’t feel the pressure at all. I was obviously nervous about taking the job but I wouldn’t have taken it if I didn’t think it was right. It was perfect Olly says Simon for me, perfect has been an positioning, and influence
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We had a brief little thing at the start of last year but we have not The star had been dating for a year, that’s for a brief fling sure. I am still single and still with Melanie looking to mingle. I’m really enjoying The Voice and just focusing on that for now. Do you find time to work out while you’re perfect for on The Voice? being able to I’m always working out. I have to train show me as an artist because if I don’t, I’ll get fat. I eat so much and not as a host. I think food and I’ve got my dad’s genes – and my this is a chance for me to dad is quite big. Two years ago I was off show people my opinions and work and I was 14½ st – I couldn’t even play give constructive criticism, not just be the with my nephew. I was out of breath and cheeky chappy nice guy. I had a tour coming up so I needed to get fit Will we see you lose your temper? and lose weight. No, but there are times when I am genuinely Are you into healthy eating? honest with the contestants and tell them that Yeah, I do that as well. I try to cut down it wasn’t good enough. I won’t lie. my sugar but I do have a cheat day on Will you be taking any tips from Sunday. Cheat day Sundays, I’m like, Simon Cowell? “Intake! Intake!” Once I get The coaching on The X Factor is a girlfriend, though, I’m not the same as what we do getting fat again! I’ll on The Voice. In life you be on the sofa eating have loads of role models Doritos and Maltesers. and people who have Has your pal Mark influenced you along Wright given you the way. I am this any telly tips? person and I am who Wrighty is doing I am, but these people fantastic stuff! have helped me coach, He’s a good mate definitely. I wouldn’t of mine now and be able to do what I went over to America I do otherwise. recently to see him. With good Will.i.am told us the We were sat in his house mate Mark female contestants easily in Beverly Hills and he gets distract you… a phone call, saying, “Extra Listen, there is obviously some attractive need you to go and interview Kim talent but I have to be strictly professional. Kardashian.” Wow! I am here to coach and to try and find a star. Could he set you up with someone? Jennifer has me under lock and key and I don’t know about that. told me it is not going to happen. I’ve had Who is wilder on a night out, Mark a flirt or two on the show – I can’t change or Michelle? the way I am! I’ve only ever really been out with Wrighty, What’s going on in your love life? so yeah. We are both as wild as each other I’ve not been dating Melanie Sykes for a – it’s good! year – that rumour’s 100 per cent not true. ReBeCCA CALDeRWOOD Although she is lovely and I think she is an amazing woman. We are still great friends. The Voice UK, Saturdays, 8pm, ITV
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Louise & Kevin: more than just friends? As she steps out for the first time without her wedding ring, Louise Redknapp fuels speculation about her relationship with Kevin Clifton…
ollowing the announcement of her divorce, Louise Redknapp and Kevin Clifton have sparked rumours that they could be more than friends. After spending time with each other over the festive period, Kevin has continued Kevin was by to be by Louise’s side as she Louise’s side reignites her solo career. to support her Instead of spending time at the gig with his wife Karen, Kevin, 35, supported Louise, 43, while she Kevin otherwise why would he be there. I don’t performed at London club G-A-Y on New much like his wife but I feel sorry for her.” Year’s Eve – when she was pictured for the But not everyone is convinced they’re a first time without her wedding ring. couple, and one fan pointed out, “They could And three days prior to the gig, Kevin kept be just friends – just because one is male and his distance from his pro-dancer wife Karen, the other is female doesn’t mean they’re also 35, when they attended the wedding of Strictly choreographer Jason Gilkison – where seeing each other.” former Eternal star Louise performed. According to sources, Jamie was worried “What was he doing at G A Y last night with about Louise’s close relationship with Kevin Louise Rednap?”* one fan asked, while another when she was on Strictly and phoned Karen at suggested they might be a couple, adding, the time to tell her he was concerned. Karen “Looks like the rumours are true about her and reportedly had similar fears and told Jamie to
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“try and keep Louise away from Kevin” as she was “ruining” her marriage. Lou and Jamie, 44, who have sons Charley, 13, and Beau, nine together, were granted a decree nisi on December 29, with court papers citing the former footballer’s “unreasonable behaviour” for causing the end of their marriage. The divorce will be final within six weeks. However, it’s since been claimed Louise filed divorce papers as early as last March, just days after she and Kevin had finished the Strictly tour. As new! reported last week, Kevin’s been a big supporter of Louise’s solo comeback and is even choreographing her Intimate Live UK tour, which restarts on January 20 in Manchester. Meanwhile, last Tuesday – just days after his divorce from Louise became a reality – Jamie jetted to the Bahamas with their son, Beau. And Karen, who was linked to accountant Stuart Wood, 27, last month, seemed to address her marital woes. On New Year’s Eve she said, “Self-destruction is not an option”, and made reference to “rebuilding yourself”, heavily hinting she and Kevin have split. Watch this space… Karmel Doughty
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This week, Pete takes the family skiing in France and introduces Junior to a film director
well done, J! So if all goes to plan, my first big work project this year will be in America. I had the pleasure of having my friend and movie director James Hickox come and spend the day with me and the family recently. We spent quality time together and talked all things script-related. We plan to start filming soon in Los Angeles. I’m very darn excited, I can tell you! While James was over, I got Junior to meet him and told James he’s a little star in the making. Speaking of J, he’s just won
a scholarship to go to a new school. I applied for him last November and I was so proud when they sent me a letter telling me he’d been accepted. The school specialises in drama and sport, and he starts there next year. I’d actually love to take J over to LA with me, but only on his school hols, of course.
Farmer’s life I posted this pic of me and Theo at a friend’s farm in Somerset. It was Theo’s first time at a dairy farm and he absolutely loved all the animals. He’s a little trooper and getting so tall. In that respect, he clearly takes after his mum rather than his dad, ha ha! Before Christmas I told you how he’d started lifting himself up. Well, now he can stand up on his own for, like, 15 seconds. We’re still waiting for him to walk, but he’s made proper progress.
Unravelling my roots
Emily got me a great Christmas present – a DNA testing kit so I can investigate my family heritage. I mean, I presume because both my parents are from Cyprus that I’m of Cypriot descent, but I may be Russian – who knows? Not only does the kit tell you where you’re from DNA-wise, it also tells you what foods you should eat and which ones are likely to make you more susceptible to illnesses. You can find out everything, and it’s an absolutely brilliant present! When I first opened it, I didn’t realise how good it was, but as soon as I investigated what was involved, I loved it. I haven’t had a chance to use it yet, but when I do I’ll let you know what I found out.
Sugar crackdown It’s that time of year when everyone’s on a health My vie kick, so it’s quite fitting that a new scheme is urging on w t parents to limit their kids to just two snacks a day n e wh e s – each one coming in at under 100 calories. So that would rule out bags of crisps and most chocolate bars, then! J and P love chocolate, they get that from me, but it’s about finding a balance. So if they eat all their veggies up at dinner, they can have some chocolate. Public Health England has launched a new Change4Life campaign that gives you money-off coupons for low-sugar foods such as yoghurts and drinks. It’s a great initiative, but the coupons can only be used in certain supermarkets. Healthy food must cost less than junk food everywhere, otherwise it’ll be hard to get people on board. Personally, I believe that what our kids eat is just as important as making sure they’re active. I find that when I exercise I’m less likely to eat junk food, and I think leading a more active lifestyle might encourage people to generally eat healthier anyway.
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Fun on the slopes!
Emily, Amelia, Theo and I saw in the new year at the in-laws’ house in Somerset, which was really, really good. Great friends, great food, great fireworks and great music. We all had a fantastic Christmas, and all the children were in their element with their pressies. I did, however, go for a gadget-free Christmas for them. We had a wonderful day. Emily went back to work last Tuesday and I’ve loved my time back at home with the kids. As I’m writing my column we’re on a skiing holiday in France. We absolutely love our family skiing trips, and this year is extra special because Amelia is on the slopes for the first time. We’re also celebrating her fourth birthday here, so it’s a double bonus. We’re having a great time!
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Selena Gomez Cally Jane Beech It’s no surprise Cally looks so at home on the beach in Tenerife – it’s in her name after all! Despite putting on a stone during her pregnancy with daughter Vienna, it looks like the former Love Island star, 26, is back to her petite 7st 10lbs pre-baby weight!
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The 25 year old enjoyed a girls’ break in Cabo, Mexico, over the New Year, and despite having had a rough time during 2017 – which saw her have a life-saving kidney operation due to complications related to lupus – the star looked happier than ever! Following her op, Selena has a new-found respect for her body. She said, “I don’t have perfect abs, but I feel like I’m wonderfully made.”
Millie Mackintosh No wonder fiancé Hugo Taylor couldn’t wait to put a ring on it – just look at Millie’s bod! The star, 28, showed off the results of her five workouts a week – including two cardio sessions and three with weights – during a recent trip to Antigua. The hard work has paid off, Millie!
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ak up the sun! Alexandra Burke The Strictly star, 29, continues to keep us guessing about whether or not she’s engaged to her boyfriend, Josh Ginnelly, by keeping her ring finger on her left hand hidden. But she’s clearly not ashamed to show off the rest of her body! She looked amazing in Thailand and recently revealed she eats six small meals a day and also does an hour of circuit training “five or six times a week” to keep her size 8 figure. Impressive!
Georgia Harrison We think Love Island ’s Georgia, 23, looked great during a holiday in Tenerife, but it didn’t stop some fans from accusing her of putting them “under pressure to look as skinny”. Georgia – who does high-intensity workouts – hit back, saying, “There is nothing wrong with the way I look. I’ve always been slim.” Well said! PHOTOS: Backgrid, Eroteme.co.uk, Flynet-Splash, Matrix Pictures, Mega, Vantage News
Holly Willoughby Holly has kept the nation fascinated with her recent weight loss – and judging by this snap from her holiday in Barbados last week, the mum of three, 36, didn’t pile on any pounds over Christmas! Sadly, she isn’t keen to share any tips, saying, “I avoid talking about my diet and exercise regime because I have interviewed so many people affected by eating disorders.”
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Pregnant star Casey looked bloo min’ lovely when she hit the beach in Lan zarote last month! And despite her grow ing baby bump, the former CBB star, 33, has con tinued sharing her yoga stretches onli ne, telling fans it “eases pregnancy ach es and pains”. We’ll take your word for it!
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Lady Victoria Hervey She made a name for herself as a 90s It girl, but now the 41 year old leads a more lowkey lifestyle – and it’s clearly doing wonders for her figure, as we can see from this pic of her in Barbados. Speaking about her boozy past, she said, “I don’t know how we used to do it back then. I was out a week and a half ago and my tolerance is really low. I’d been on a two-hour hike that day. In the evening, I had two vodka tonics and was hungover the next day. Unless it‘s champagne, I can’t really handle it.”
Watt a stunner Naomi looks in her swimsuit! The actress looked younger than her 49 years as she was seen doing cartwheels and playing football with her family on an Australian beach. And the star has yoga to thank for her figure, admitting she now prefers “softer” workouts. Naomi said, “I did do a lot of aerobic and cardio workouts before, but now I’ve slowed down.”
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Stella McCartney The 46 year old looked in stellar (geddit?) shape when she hit the beach in St Barts, so it’s no surprise the fashion designer isn’t afraid of working up a sweat. She revealed she goes on runs, rides her bike and plays football with children Reiley, Beckett, Bailey and Miller. Sounds exhausting!
Lauren Silverman Mum Lauren, 40, certainly had the wow factor as she soaked up the sun in Barbados along with partner Simon Cowell and three-year-old son Eric. Lauren, who’s also mum to Adam, 11, spent much of the holiday paddle-boarding – perhaps that’s the secret to her toned tum…
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‘There’s no rush to get engaged’ Former Made In Chelsea star Josh “JP” Patterson tells he hasn’t spoken to Binky Felstead about getting hitched…
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How body confident would you say you are? [Pause] I’m proud of my physique because I’ve worked hard for it, but I would say I’m as insecure as the next person. I like to vocalise that because social media can portray confidence and perfection and, actually, it’s not the full story. Is Binky working hard to get her pre-baby figure back? She is. We don’t train together, though. She won’t let me. She’s so competitive and if I’m on the treadmill with her and I’m running a bit quicker, she’s not a fan! OLIvIA ADAMS The sportswear HIIT collection is available in selected Burton stores and online at Burton.co.uk from January 11 new-magazine.co.uk
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osh “JP” Patterson is genuinely of all with a child. There’s not a great one of the nicest stars new! has rush to say our vows. had the pleasure of talking to. Who are you still close to from MIC? He’s incredibly down to earth, I hang out with Sammy T [Sam chatty and honest about Thompson] and I keep in touch with how much his life has J [Jamie Laing], but the fact that Binks changed since he and girlfriend and I are a mum and dad now Binky Felstead had their means our priorities daughter India last June. aren’t to go out as And when we meet much. Your social JP, who found fame circles do change. on Made In Chelsea Would you go back in 2015, he can’t help to the show? but gush about what I’m so grateful for an “amazing” girl MIC, but now I have India is – although enough drama in the he does add that morning when India’s she’s got “a set of done a “poo-nami” – pipes on her!” Ha! let alone having to talk Here, Josh, 28, talks about who’s cheated. JP with Binky and living with Binky, 27, You and Binky had your India over Christmas having more kids and saving own MIC spin-off show, Born money for India’s education… In Chelsea – would you do more? There are discussions about potentially How is everything going with Binky? doing something like that again because of Great. Last year was unbelievable. The arrival the positive feedback. of our girl was such a change in our lives and What about doing other reality shows? when we work now, we work for a purpose. I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! is We’re ambitious to do well because if we want something I’d love to do as I’ve watched it to send India to a good nursery and school, it my entire life. It’s great Toff won because costs. We’re starting to save the pennies. it’s broken the stigma of MIC’s posh people. How is little India? Tell us about fronting Burton’s first She’s such a character. We have been gifted sportswear collection… the most amazing little girl. She sleeps 12 It’s been amazing. Not a lot of males hours a night and she took to the boob invest in sportswear – I still have straightaway. The only thing is she has friends who wear their rugby socks a set of pipes on her, so if she wants to from 12 years ago – and it’s nice vocalise something, near enough the to look the part. You feel more whole country can hear [laughs]. part of the gym if you wear How is living with Binky going? the attire for it. I think Binky would say I’m really Why did you get into fitness? messy. If I haven’t washed the It was the only thing I was dishes “appropriately”, there very good at during school. will be a few comments. I was a bit of a let-down. My Would you like more kids? parents dreaded parents’ Of course, but we’re both so evening because my grades young. The most important tended to vary from a U to a D, Exercising keeps thing is to have as much so to go to sports day and win the him mentally fit too time with India as possible. 100m was an A* for them. Fitness Will you pop the question soon? has also been an instrumental We haven’t even spoken about that part of my progression in and we have the biggest commitment dealing with mental health.
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lowdown Your bite-sized round-up of the week’s top celeb gossip
Jess kicked off 2018 with happy news
Following the devastating news that she recently suffered a miscarriage, former CBB star Jessica Cunningham, 30, delighted her followers on Instagram by announcing she is expecting a baby with boyfriend Alex Daw. Jess, who’s already mum to three girls from a previous relationship, uploaded a snap of six pictures – including a drawing of a pregnant belly – and captioned it, “We have a little rainbow baby on the way.” What a great start to the year!
Amy’S picS leAked online!
Amy Childs became the latest celeb to have intimate snaps leaked online last week. The former TOWIE star and mum of one, 27, joined a long list of famous names who’ve had nude pictures end up in the wrong hands. A pal close to the reality star revealed last week that Amy had sent the snaps to a group of friends because she was “lacking confidence at the time” and “was planning to tighten up her body”. Another insider told new!, “The pictures of Amy are old. They were taken a few years ago, but she never expected them to become public property.” The news of Amy’s naked pics leak came just days after Corrie star Faye Brookes was left horrified when she discovered a sex tape – which showed her getting intimate with an unidentified man – had been Gareth’s viewed more than 100,000 times online. girlfriend Faye was The 30 year old, who is currently dating “devastated” Gareth Gates, is said to be “devastated” by the leak and has contacted the police.
The intimate pics of Amy appeared online
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After insisting she was “not estranged” from husband Ant McPartlin, Lisa Armstrong has given the strongest hint yet that all is not well between the two. Lisa – who is head of make-up and hair on Strictly Come Dancing – made it clear she wanted to leave her troubles behind her when she uploaded a cartoon version of herself holding a bin bag labelled “2017” on to Twitter on New Year’s Eve. Her post came after weeks of speculation about the state of their 12-year marriage. A source said that Ant “sees no way back for their marriage” – and Lisa “has been struggling to accept it”. They reportedly spent Christmas apart as Ant, 42, continues to live in a rented property instead of the home he shares with Lisa, 41. new-magazine.co.uk
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Heartbroken Sir Elton John posted an emotional tribute to his mum after attending her funeral last week. Sheila Farebrother, 92, passed away last month. The pair had recently patched things up following a nine-year feud. The 70-year-old singer wrote on Instagram, “Thank-you for bringing me into the world and for all that you have done for me. Love, Elton #RIP.” Sorry for your loss, Elton.
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Cait told piers about falling out with her family
Just when we thought the rift between Caitlyn Jenner and her estranged family couldn’t get any wider, the star ruffled even more feathers by announcing “it’s not the end of the world” that she’s become so distant from some of her children. Speaking on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories last week, Caitlyn said, “I just don’t communicate with them
Scott ’steals’ Adam’s role!
like I used to,” adding, ”It hurts but it’s not the end of the world. Fortunately, I have a lot of children.” Caitlyn’s relationship with Kourtney, Kim, Khloé and Rob Kardashian has been strained since she split from their mum, Kris Jenner, in 2013 and later transitioned. Cait, 68, also claimed she already “had boobs” when she and Kris first met!
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Caitlyn’s new snub to the Kardashians
the Wag, 31, announced she has welcomed her third child, a boy named Johnny. abbey told followers she and hubby, Peter Crouch, were “so in love” with the tot, who arrived on January 3. Jessica alba, 36, was also celebrating after giving birth to son hayes on new Year’s eve. aww!
Ruth & eamonn
the couple and presenting duo are tipped to land their own show, What A Week With Eamonn And Ruth, on Channel 5. It will focus on real-life stories and consumer issues. Sounds interesting!
Tom Fletcher
Swapping singing for writing has never looked so easy after the McFly star, 32, announced he’s set to release yet another children’s story. his latest offering, There’s A Dragon In Your Book, comes out in May. how exciting!
Adam’s twin Scott was unveiled as his replacement
Emmerdale hunk adam thomas’s final scenes only aired last week, yet producers have already re-cast his character – hiring his twin brother Scott, 29, to play the part! We’re joking, of course… It was all a cheeky prank to mark the actor’s exit from the show after eight years as troubled adam Barton. In a hilarious clip uploaded to Youtube, Love Island star Scott was unveiled as “the new adam Barton”, with cast mates including adam’s on-screen mum, actress natalie J Robb, and co-star danny Miller voicing
Who’S on the up and Who’S goIng down Jesy Nelson
the Little Mix singer had an eventful start to 2018 when her beau harry James got into a street fight on new Year’s eve. Jesy, 26, was pictured looking miserable as she left a nearby club soon after.
their approval at Scott stepping in. We wonder if the big-hearted joke made adam regret saying the best thing about Emmerdale was “leaving” just a week earlier?!
Professor green has given an insight into his failed marriage to Millie Mackintosh, admitting he had “nothing in common” pro and Millie with the Chelsea set. were married the rapper, 34 – who was married to for two years Millie for two years before their divorce in 2016 – compared their relationship to marrying “someone from a different Pro, now in a relationship with Millie and country”, adding, “You learn about their model Fae Williams, also appeared fiancé Hugo culture, their ways, their history.” to criticise his ex – who flaunted her he continued, “things that are normal to them engagement ring from fiancé hugo taylor on are completely foreign. I’ve been in places and felt Instagram last year – by saying, “If I were ever to ask a bit like a novelty. Meeting certain people’s family anyone to marry me again, I probably wouldn’t be as members and almost having to prove myself.” crass as to post it on Instagram.” over to you Millie!
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Paddy Mcguinness the funnyman, 44, was tricked out of more than £600 in a charity scam. a con artist posed as actor derek griffiths and tricked Paddy into thinking he was bidding for a dinner with the star.
Sam Bailey
the singer told her fans on twitter that she was having “headaches” after a ladder knocked her out. Sam, 40, had been getting a case from her loft and was rushed to hospital. She later reassured them that she was “on the mend”. new-magazine.co.uk
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The sTars hooking up, breaking up or simply geTTing Their flirT on! Juno actress Ellen, who publicly came out as gay in 2014, has married her long-term partner, Emma. In a series of cute photos, including one of the pair showing off their wedding rings and another of the couple sharing a kiss, the 30 year old told her 1.2million Instagram followers she had got hitched to the 23-year-old dancer. Ellen – who only confirmed she and Emma were in a relationship six months ago – wrote, “Can’t believe I get to call this extraordinary woman my wife. @emmaportner.” Aww!
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The heiress has revealed she’s “so excited” after getting engaged to her boyfriend Chris. The actor, 32, who got a tattoo of Paris’s name in July last year, just five months after the couple announced they were dating, popped the question during a skiing holiday in Aspen, Colorado. Paris, 36, said, “I am so excited to be engaged to the love of my life and my best friend. I have never felt so happy, safe and loved. He is perfect for me in every way and showed me that fairy tales really do exist! “The ring was so gorgeous and sparkling. I was shaking as I put it on. It is the most beautiful ring I have ever seen!”
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Things are getting pretty serious between hunky singer, Harry, 23, and Victoria’s Secret model Camille, 27. According to insiders, the former 1D star has now introduced his girlfriend to his parents, family and friends, making them relationship-official! “Camille has also bonded with his sister Gemma and best pal Lou Teasdale, which is hugely important to Harry,” the source added. The lovebirds began dating last summer, with pals saying Camille is a great influence on Harry. “Camille’s come along at exactly the right point in Harry’s life,” the insider said. “He’s had plenty of fun, but seems content hanging out with her. They get on great.”
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The 39-year-old actor has enjoyed a romantic New Year break to South Africa with his rumoured new girlfriend, Lilah, 29. The pair sparked rumours of a romance when they shared separate pictures on social media from their Cape Town holiday. A source said, “They are besotted with one another and really loved-up on this holiday. “It’s a big step early on, but it was a no-brainer for Laurence that he wanted to spend the New Year soaking up the sun with his new girlfriend by his side. If things continue to go as well as they have, they’ll go from strength to strength in 2018.”
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Harry Styles & Camille Rowe
The former EastEnders actress and her solicitor beau Simon wed in a romantic ceremony just five months after getting engaged. The 34 year old met Simon through their mutual pal, TV judge Robert Rinder, and exchanged vows in front of family and friends, including Loose Women star Linda Robson. Brooke, who became an anti-knife crime campaigner following the murder of her brother Ben in 2008, wore an ivory gown and was described as “beautiful” by guests. Congrats!
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isa Riley’s new diet see me fail. Why would I ever go and fitness book back to any of my old habits?” is one of the few Here, Lisa, 41, who’s been in a celebrity weight-loss relationship for more than three plans we actually years but prefers to keep it private, believe in. Why? tells us why she chose to do the Because, unlike a host of stars book and why she’s not scared she who claim their diet programmes might put the weight back on… will instantly give you the body of your dreams, Lisa’s transformation Hi Lisa, congratulations on your was a marathon, not a sprint, and book! Since losing all the weight, resulted in a 12st weight loss in have you put any back on? 18 months. And, most importantly, Thank you. No, I’ve sustained she’s sustaining it! everything because I’m still doing So it’s no real surprise to everything I’ve done from the hear that the actress, start. The reflection I see Loose Woman and in the mirror is better former Strictly than any KitKat. contestant, who Do you feel like needed surgery you’re always to remove on a diet? excess skin No! That’s the thing. following her My plan isn’t a diet. Lisa danced weight loss, isn’t It’s sustainable. I’m on Strictly a fan of the likes of still in denial sometimes in 2012 Vicky Pattison and about how I look. Lauren Goodger, who both Why did you want to bring lost over 3st in less than six months out a book? but have yo-yo’d ever since. The main reason I did it is because “Those people who come out it works! The best thing about my of the jungle and they’re suddenly plan is it’s for always. It’s not doing an aerobic DVD and a book, something you do because you is bullshit in my world,” Lisa tells want to squeeze yourself into a us when we catch up with her. dress. There’s no BS. Nothing’s What we love most about talking forced or fake. to Lisa – and her book, which is What feedback have you had? called Lisa Riley’s Honesty Diet Gleaming, because it works and – is that she’s not preachy. And I’m evidence of that. I wanted real for once we actually believe a people who had real problems to celebrity who tells us, “You’ll never do my regime, and they’ve done it. There are ups and downs and times when it’s tough, but you keep going because the results are so brilliant and honest. Is that why you’ve never done a fitness DVD? Yes! I’m like, “What are you freaking doing a DVD for?” It’s not right She’s a regular on at all. It’s being truthful Loose Women to people who are purchasing stuff.
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What are the triggers that put your healthy eating at risk? Crisps are always going to be my vice but I’m like a preprogrammed computer, so I don’t see them any more. If I see them, I see obese me – and that person doesn’t exist any more. So you’re not scared of becoming “obese Lisa” again… No. I’ll never physically become that again because of the life I lead now and how happy I am. You’ll never see me fail! Why would I ever go back to any of my old habits? But do you ever have the urge to cheat? No. Why would I? What stops you from falling off the clean-living bandwagon? My reflection. Literally getting out of the bath in the morning and the towel dropping and me blowdrying my hair naked in the mirror. When was the last time you weighed yourself? I don’t – scales are evil. What matters is how healthy I am. I’m not doing this for anyone but myself. Have you kept any of your size 28 clothes? I was a bridesmaid at my brother Liam’s wedding and you could fit four of me in the dress. We call it our Glastonbury tent. I’m still in denial over how enormous I was, so onwards and upwards. You say in your book you’re now getting acting jobs you weren’t considered for before. Do you feel like you’re taken more seriously as an actress now? It’s not that I’m being taken more seriously, I’m just getting the
Lisa, also pictured in 2012 (left), insists her plan is sustainable
most phenomenal respect for my acting. I was always the fat, funny one. I’m still doing comedy but I’m also getting the serious, gritty roles. Does it annoy you that you’re only getting these kind of roles now? As an actor you’re portraying someone else, so if you’re obese, like I was, I was always portraying someone who was chronically obese. Now there are so many more roles for me to portray. You’ve said that when you were larger, you could see the dread in other people when you’d get on public transport. Do you get that now when you see obese people? No, I embrace sympathy. They’re lost and confused. They were in a place where I was and I want to help them.
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Have any of your larger friends stopped socialising with you since you lost weight? No. They’ve just realised the magic wand doesn’t exist. James Corden [who starred with Lisa in Fat Friends] is my oldest fat friend in the world and he started clean eating at the same time Sam Smith did. And when he had Sam on Carpool Karaoke he said he only had himself to blame, and I thought, “Good on you, James!” When you used to visualise how you’d look slimmer, was it how you look now? No, how I look now is even better! Everything’s She starred with neat now and James Corden looks how it’s in Fat Friends back in 2000 supposed to look. Are you still with your boyfriend? Yes, it’s been three and a half years now but I just don’t talk about it. That’s the reason we work so well. He must be very proud of you… Oh yeah, proud beyond words. Have things in the bedroom improved since you lost weight? They’ve always been brilliant [laughs]. I’m 41 and very happy! KArmEL DOuGHTY Lisa Riley’s Honesty Diet is out now, published by Michael Joseph, trade paperback, £16.99 new-magazine.co.uk
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We didn’t think it was possible for the actress to look any more beautiful, but her make-up artist is certainly giving it a good go!
CHrISSY TeIGeN The model proves that having tousled “just got out of bed” hair actually takes a huge amount of effort. And probably about ten bottles of hairspray.
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NAOmI CAmPbeLL If doing up the buttons on her dress makes the supermodel this angry, we dread to think how she’d react to an actual fashion crisis. Heads (in yellow hats) would roll!
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Does my train look good in this? Katy does her best impression of a bride at the VMAs. But we don’t think much of her bridesmaid’s outfit.
How many men does it take to help Mariah place her feet in cement? Let’s hope she didn’t tread on anyone’s fingers in those heels.
GERi HoRnER Poor little Christian hasn’t managed to do his bow tie properly, but not to worry. Mummy’s here! Oh, actually, that’s his wife. Soz, Geri. Our mistake.
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This week’s hottest fashion and beauty buys
United COlOrS Of BenettOn £34.97 eACh Jumpers in January are a must, so stay cosy and stylish in a classic, colourful print. Bring on the grey days, we say!
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Las Vegas, DeCeMBeR 29 The 39 year old looks her usual chic self in this brown polka-dot Ulla Johnson dress. With added ruffle detailing and an asymmetric hemline, the actress looks super comfortable. Swept-back hair and a full face of make-up add extra glamour to Katie’s look.
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sutton CoLDfieLD, DeCeMBeR 29 The 34 year old flaunts her post-baby body on the catwalk at the fashion show in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. She needs to tone down the hair extensions to complement this risqué number, though.
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PaLM sPRings, JanuaRY 2 The singer, 46, glams up in this Elie Saab gown. We like the Tiffany-blue shade, but the bow detail and diamond hoop earrings cheapen the look.
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LonDon, JanuaRY 3 The 41 year old looks gorgeous in this black Stella McCartney jumpsuit. We love the plunging neckline and the belt detailing, which showcases her fabulous figure. She gets a big thumbs up from us!
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BLAckpooL, dEcEMBER 31 This is an outfit clearly worn to get column inches, and it does so but for all the wrong reasons! The sheer Dolls House get-up looks tacky and has no redeeming features. Char, 25, should bin it and start again!
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pALM SpRingS, JAnUARY 2 The actress stuns in this green lace Gucci number. The material falls effortlessly over the 51 year old’s curves, and the pink sequin belt detail and straps are fab finishing touches!
London, JAnUARY 3 Someone didn’t think about the fact that poor Jennifer, 36, would blend into the background. Oops! This outfit is hurting our eyes – the lace and random pattern do not mix well at all. Thumbs down.
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GIGI hAdId The supermodel shows us how casual dressing can look stylish with these comfy Reebok trainers, £65 from lookagain.co.uk.
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Cinch in your waist and lengthen those legs with these chic trousers, £140 from Jigsaw.
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interview
‘I hit the gym like I’m training for a world title fight!’ Nicole Scherzinger reveals her beauty and fitness secrets exclusively to ’s beauty editor Madeline Crisp
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eeting up with Nicole Scherzinger is always a pleasure. And when she insists we wear our pyjamas, we’re more than happy to oblige! We cosy up with the X Factor star, 39, at her favourite London hotel, the Rosewood, to chat about all things beauty. And the glam singer’s on great form, despite battling a nasty cold…
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Did you overindulge over Christmas? I don’t drink much over Christmas and Thanksgiving. I’m partial to eggnog and my mum’s home cooking, She uses coconut oil which is my downfall, but it’s on her skin and hair nice to take a break from eating clean. When I’m in England, I love Sunday roasts titissue massage with Yorkshire puddings and with essential your fish and chips! oils afterwards is How do you look after an ultimate treat. your skin when you’ve Nicole with I also love to run been partying? new!’s Madeline and when I’m in I increase my water intake. London, I pound Sometimes I switch it up the sidewalk. No one bothers with coconut water. I always take Perfectil supplements daily anyway but if I need an extra me if I stick a cap on, although they probably can’t catch me! boost, I can glug down one of their collagen Any beauty buys you supplements – they don’t taste the greatest can recommend? but you can mix it with juice! Wellness shots Skincare-wise, I love a bit are also great if you’re run down. You look incredible. What’s your secret? of luxury. My favourite is La To get in shape before a video shoot or Prairie – it’s so rich and a during The X Factor, I hit the gym like a real treat [try La Prairie Skin demon. It’s like training for a world title Caviar Luxe Cream Sheer, £292]. But, equally, I like fight! To stop exercise being boring, I budget brands and I rate No7 mix it up with yoga and spin. A deep Foaming Cleanser [£9.50]. When I was doing Cats I wore such heavy make-up, I relied on French brand Avène to clean my skin. And I’ve used Olay all my life. Have you picked up any beauty secrets from all the experts you work with on set? Coconut oil is the one thing I can’t live new-magazine.co.uk
The star wears false lashes for instant glam
without. I use it everywhere – on my skin, hair and even as a deodorant. When I have to show off lots of skin, it gives my limbs and décolletage a sheen. I also love Scott Barnes Body Bling [£27.99], which make-up artists smooth all over my body. It adds a gorgeous glow. For instant glamour on my eyes, I wear false lashes [try Eylure Pro-Lash, £4.75]. I tried extensions but didn’t get on with them, so my make-up team apply individual lashes, which look amazing and don’t feel strange on. Nicole is the face of Vitabiotics Perfectil beauty supplements and collagen drinks. Visit Vitabiotics.com for info
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The former X Factor and CBB star, 23, dishes on her party girl lifestyle and love of home cooking… HeigHt 5FT 5in
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How is your diet in general? It’s healthy, but not lacking in calories. I like to make real food and try not to have too many takeaways or microwave meals. When I’m cooking I’ll make hearty meals like jacket potato with coleslaw or dumplings. Are you body confident? I’ve found confidence has come with age. There are parts of my body I’m really confident about. My bum is big, but I can thank the Kardashians for making that trendy. And I always get complimented on my feet! I’m not so confident with my legs, though. They’re quite muscular. How often do you exercise? I try to do an hour and a half of some sort of exercise every day, including working out with a trainer around five times a week. That’s really good for motivating me. I also like doing HIIT warm ups, so I’ll run on a cross trainer for 40 seconds, then walk for 20 seconds.
Do you enjoy working out? I love it. It makes me feel great. The only problem is finding the time to do it. Do you drink much alcohol? I’m diabetic so I have to watch my sugar intake. Thankfully, I don’t have much of a sweet tooth, but there can be loads of sugar in alcoholic drinks. I’m a bit of a party girl, so I try to stick to gin with slimline tonic. What’s your favourite takeaway? I’m a Middlesbrough girl, so I love a chicken parmo [a chicken escalope topped with white sauce and melted cheese] with garlic chips. The amelia Lily X Jane Norman Collection is available to buy from Janenorman.co.uk
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BreAKfASt “I had one slice of sourdough toast with half an avocado and two poached eggs. Oh, and a big glass of water!” NUTRITION CONSULTANT IAN MARBER SAYS, “Sourdough contains around 1.5g fibre per slice, while half an avocado has around 6.5g, so Amelia is having a high-fibre and, with the eggs, protein-rich breakfast. There are also monounsaturated fats in the avocado so it ticks all the boxes.”
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a chicken, broccoli and brown rice soup from Pret a Manger. It’s a really healthy option but so tasty and filling.” IAN SAYS, “This is a good lunch that offers an ideal mix of protein, fibre and complex carbs. Amelia might also get a small packet of nuts or seeds to add more crunch, fibre and healthy omega-3 fats to her lunch.”
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DiNNer “I was hungry so I had a jacket potato with a few tablespoons of coleslaw. It was so yummy and filled me up.” IAN SAYS, “This lacks protein, so Amelia should add a little salmon or tuna, which also contain omega-3 fats. These are w also found in follo rber a M n walnuts and a i er witt on t arber chia seeds.” M n @ia
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hat part of your body do you work on the most? I’m really focusing on my core because I feel I need to strengthen my stomach to improve my back. What is your main motivation to keep fit? My job, because it involves long hours and travel. It’s not necessarily about being thin, it’s just about having energy. Do you think it’s important to enjoy exercising? I think it is because if you dread it, you’re going to find every excuse not to do it. That’s why I stayed fit for so many years, because I was always dancing. Now I’m older I just want to get it over and done with, so I do sprinting. What advice would you give to anyone looking to get fit? The sooner you start, the sooner you’re going to see results. Literally get off your sofa right now and do it!
We like it! Is it important to balance eating and exercise? I think so. I’m just a normal girl – I love wine, I love chocolate, I love the odd burger. But I also love healthy meals. Everything in moderation. What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to staying fit? Being in a comfort zone. When I’m happy and everything’s going well at work, and everything’s going well in my relationships and my home life, I feel it’s hard to get motivated. I’m so happy in my life at the moment, but I had many years where I wasn’t and it was much easier to go to the gym because it was a way of switching off. Is there a new physical challenge you’d still love to try? I’d love to learn something like Cirque du Soleil acrobatics. See Kelly on Fit In 5 on Sky On Demand
ThE RACE Is On
January is the time budding runners plan their training for the year ahead, so if you’ve signed on the dotted line for a marathon in 2018 (gulp!), taking on a half marathon is a great way of getting a feel for race conditions before the big day. The Reading Half Marathon (£38) takes place on March 18, and the Great Manchester Run (£44) on May 20 is ideal to include in your training plan if you live further north. Good luck!
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Made In Chelsea hunk Ryan Libbey displays his chiselled abs as he hacks through the snow. He wrote, “Clearing a path to the hot tub in my @indleaders shorts.” Isn’t it a bit nippy to be topless, Ryan?!
Shock Absorber’s new range of bounce-control sports bras will help keep your boobs in place as you work up a sweat – whatever your cup size! The brand’s superstylish SS18 collection reduces breast movement by up to 78 per cent, eliminating mid-workout wobbles and making exercise a whole lot more comfortable. Choose from the Ultimate Fly Bra with non-slip adjustment straps and breathable fabric (£45), the Ultimate Run Bra with seam-free inner lining (£43) and the D+ Classic Support Bra for fuller-busted women (£36). See Shockabsorber.co.uk.
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‘Blogger Belle’s ca lies betrayed her With millions of us flocking to online gurus to help us reach our health and fitness goals, there’s no better time to read this cautionary tale…
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our years ago, Australian blogger Belle Gibson, now 26, had the world at her feet. With her tale of miraculously overcoming terminal brain cancer – allegedly through her diet alone – she amassed a huge following on social media. This enabled her to launch a nutrition app, The Whole Pantry, backed by Apple, while a recipe book with publishing giant Penguin soon followed. A large amount of the proceeds from her business went to charity, she claimed.
“Cancer scams have existed for years,” says writer Beau Donelly. “But Belle’s incredible reach was made possible by her online following. It’s a cautionary tale of our time.” How Belle Gibson wasn’t found out sooner is a mystery. Growing up in a dysfunctional family in her hometown of Brisbane, Australia, she was a known compulsive liar, making up medical dramas – from cardiac arrests to nearly dying on the operating table. “We all felt like none of her stories she sold us were true,” says Margaret Weier, who started at high school with Belle in 2004. “All of the friends we spoke to said she spun lie after lie,” confirms Beau. “But for them to physically call her out on not actually having cancer – it seemed unthinkable.” The internet gave her anonymity and power and, as a teen using chat rooms, she started to indulge her lies further. “As early as 2005, she was posting on forums about suffering from brain cancer,” said Jason Klemm, who’d chatted online with Belle.
BrAIn Tumour Belle met Nathan Corbett and fell pregnant aged 18 in 2010. They split shortly afterwards and she became a single parent to her son, Oli. Online parenting forums gave her another platform, where she’d detail juggling treatments for various forms of cancer with weaning and night feeds. And when she launched an Instagram account in 2010, sympathetic followers rushed to like her photos and her profile soon grew.
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But it was all a lie. Belle hadn’t been suffering from cancer, and she hadn’t donated much cash to noble causes. Incredibly, no one had checked out her story. In fact, it was only when journalists at Australia’s The Age newspaper were tipped off by Belle’s inner circle that her lies were eventually exposed. Here, new! recounts her unbelievable story of deception, speaking exclusively to Beau Donelly, one of the journalists who uncovered Belle’s web of lies…
“Healing Belle” became a brand, a series of stylised food, drink and lifestyle photos supposedly showing her treatments for medical conditions she claimed to have. These ailments included, shockingly, a brain tumour. Claiming she’d been diagnosed in 2009, Belle wrote about ditching chemotherapy for “a quest to heal naturally… through nutrition, patience, determination and love”.* She led people to believe the approach had completely cured her from once-terminal cancer. Incredibly, Belle amassed 200,000 followers by 2013 and began recruiting a team to launch a lifestyle app. “Instagram was in its infancy and wellness apps barely existed,” says Beau. “It was right product, right time. And her incredible story topped it off – people want to believe in miracles.” She’d met new partner Clive in 2012 and with his support, Belle grew in confidence. On August 5, 2013, The Whole Pantry app went live with Paleo, gluten-free and vegan recipes and a shopping-list function. It was downloaded 300,000 times. “This was big news,” says Beau. “By the end of 2013, it was named
Her The Whole Pantry app was a big success
Apple’s best food and drink app, and the second-best iPhone app in the world.” Soon, leading Journalist Beau publisher Penguin uncovered her lies agreed to a lucrative cookbook deal. Still, no one had thought to check out her story. “There were huge red flags – this gorgeous woman, oozing vitality, jetting across the world, who had cancer. But this became her selling point. It gave hope to anyone who had just received a heartbreaking diagnosis,” explains Beau. But in July 2014, she made a major mistake. Taking to social media she claimed the cancer had spread to her vital organs. “It hurts me to find space tonight to let you all know with love and strength that I’ve been diagnosed with a third and fourth cancer. One is secondary and the other is primary. I have cancer in my blood, spleen, brain, uterus, and liver. I am hurting,” she wrote. But while there was an outpouring of sympathy from fans, friends were confused. “It contradicted all of her claims for curing herself, and they’d seen no evidence of the drastic illness,” says Beau. Her partner Clive reportedly even referred to the cancer as “a f***ing joke”, while a close friend, Chanelle, went to her house a few weeks later to “stage an intervention”, asking for information on surgeons and specialists. “People who are sick are going to read that,” Chanelle remembers saying to Belle. “Do you really feel comfortable when you don’t even know if your diagnosis is correct?” “She didn’t give them a straight answer,” says Beau.
Still, her book came out in October that year and flew off the shelves. “Chanelle had just lost a family friend to cancer, someone she had offered dietary advice to, based on Belle’s claims. She felt betrayed and concerned. She came to us in early 2015 and told us everything, but wouldn’t go on record,” says Beau. Digging deeper, he and his team at the newspaper pulled up old newspaper articles, magazine write-ups, blog entries, social media posts and morning TV appearances. “It was always the same. Gibson was ‘an inspiration’ but the details were vague. There were no locations, no hospital names, no specialists,” he recalls. The team at The Age compiled a summary of her cancer claims and sent it around to experts. “A leading oncologist called it ‘totally implausible’ and another said he was
‘sceptical’. Before long we had five people in her inner circle telling us they suspected she was lying,” says Beau. “But our lawyers said we needed hard proof.”
lies exposed Luckily, there was something they could prove – her charitable donations. Or lack of. “She claimed to have donated at least £174,000 to various causes,” says Beau. They contacted the charities Belle had aligned herself with and most had nothing under her name. “There was our proof,” says Beau. They finally approached Belle in March 2015 with a series of questions on email. Ironically, she was on her way to the memorial service of a wellness blogger, Jess Ainscough, who’d shunned traditional medicine for cancer and had died.
“Her reply was 1,500 garbled words,” says Beau. “She didn’t really answer anything.” The Age published the story the following day. While at first fans rushed to her defence, the tide soon turned. “This is nothing short of common thievery and I look forward to seeing justice in due course. LIAR,” said one disgruntled follower. The next day, newspaper The Australian ran a full exposé on its front page under the headline: “Mega-blogger Belle Gibson casts doubt on her own cancer claims.” It included an interview with Belle from years earlier where she admitted her case could have been a “misdiagnosis” by a magnetic therapy team from Germany. “She went into meltdown – deleting posts and photos from The Whole Pantry’s social media accounts in a desperate attempt to erase history,” says Beau. People were distraught. They had fallen in love with Belle, they had trusted her. And those who had cancer, or relatives with cancer, were understandably fuming. “While we can’t prove her advice led to deaths directly, we spoke to many relatives of those who had died from cancer who followed Belle. They spent time trawling markets looking for rare ingredients Belle claimed to be cancerfighting – goji berries or beeswax – instead of cherishing the last moments with their loved ones. They were sold false hope,” adds Beau. Meanwhile, her book was withdrawn from publication and her app and social networks shut down. The closest Belle came to confessing was in a magazine article in April 2015, where she said she had “a problem with the truth”. “I am still jumping between what I think I know and what is reality,” she said. Even when she appeared on hard-hitting TV show 60 Minutes in the June of that year, she answered questions vaguely. When asked if a conventional doctor diagnosed her, she said, “It was a box, a machine with lights on the front.” The doctor, she said, was a man called Mark Johns. He has never been found. Belle was ordered to federal court last September but she didn’t show up. She was fined £240,000 for misleading her readers. It’s estimated she amassed around £580,000 from her success – 60 Minutes reportedly paid her £26,000 for her appearance alone, while Penguin has paid £17,000 in fines for publishing her book. “There are so many lessons to be learned here,” says Beau. “Belle rose through the ranks without the blessing of traditional media, which can be a good thing, but in this case it was dangerous. We should never be afraid to ask for evidence and be questioning things that seem too good to be true.” Belle now lives in the inner-city suburb of Northcote, in Melbourne’s north east. She keeps a low profile.
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What’s all the about fascia?
In the world of fitness, “fascia” is a hot new buzzword. But what exactly finds out… is it and why do we need to know about it?
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Our bodies are made up of many parts we’ve all heard of – bones, muscles, blood vessels and nerves – but there’s also a very important element that’s not so well known, our fascia. It’s a complex network of connective tissue mainly made up of two proteins, collagen and elastin. It surrounds and integrates every single part of our bodies to keep everything in place. “Fascia is a type of internal skin. It’s like a sausage casing – but tighter and not nearly as elastic – that wraps muscles, tissues and organs,” explains Georgios Tzenichristos, skincare specialist and director of LipoTherapeia.com. In fact, the fascial network is what connects every part of your body, and it isn’t just an inert tissue. “Fascia has ten times as many sensory receptors as muscle,” says fascia stretch therapist Katelyn Faison. “These receptors communicate directly with our brain and nervous system to inform emotion, motor control, pain intensity, imagined pain, anxiety and temperature.”
Why can it be problematic?
The stresses and strains of everyday life make fascia tight or stiff, and instead of encasing our muscles in a smooth, neat and ordered way, it can stick to other structures including muscles and skin. “Fascia is a web of interconnected tissue that looks a bit like the result of throwing a plate of spaghetti on to a sticky surface,” explains Suzanne Wylde, author of Moving Stretch: Work Your Fascia To Free Your Body. The areas where it sticks are called “adhesions” and can lead to movement restriction, poor circulation, pain and inflammation. “Areas of tightness tend to hide deeper in areas such as the pelvis, and they can pull your body out of alignment,” says Suzanne. “So if you have a pain in your shoulder, it might be referred pain from another area where the fascia is tight.” Worryingly, research has even shown that inflammation and connective tissue stiffness can contribute to the growth and spread of cancerous tumours.
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“Myofascial release” is a type of massage technique that is used to move and stretch the fascia to release tightness (“myo” meaning muscle and “fascial” referring to the fascia). “Imagine it as the equivalent of ironing a creased, crumpled shirt,” explains Georgios. Meanwhile, “Rolfing” (yes, really) is a form of hands-on bodywork and movement training that helps the fascia work more effectively, and fascial stretch therapy (FST) is another useful technique – where fascia is stretched in a specific way by a therapist. “Many professional sports leagues are using FST and now it’s hitting the mainstream,” says Katelyn. “It helps achieve greater range of motion (ROM) without pain, and optimises your posture, which influences how vibrant you look.”
Self-massage can help keep your fascia supple and problem-free, says personal trainer Nikki Clarke…
Pause and relax when you find any tight spots. You should feel the muscles relaxing and tenderness easing.
Avoid rolling your neck and lower back. These are two areas where it’s best to see a professional if you’re in discomfort.
If an area is extremely painful, stop immediately and seek advice from a professional. Foam rolling is meant to aid discomfort, not add to it.
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kate hudson “Lie face up on a foam roller with it perpendicular to your body. Roll up and down spine from top of shoulders to middle of back,” instructed Kate, when she shared her energising morning routine online.
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Alexa Mullane, 35, from London, is founder of health and wellness brand Potion London. She says:
famous fans of foam rolling Ryan gosling Asked how she got heart-throb Ryan into shape, celebrity trainer Ashley Borden replied, “We do what’s called ‘rolling out’. You roll out your whole body before you train with a foam roller.”
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khloé kaRdashian The mum to be has been pictured brandishing a foam roller. According to her Snapchat, Khloé favours a hi-tech vibrating version to help her muscles fully recover.
Reese witheRspoon “#FitnessFriday tip: I tried this @goop foam roller routine & feel much more limber!” tweeted fitness fan Reese.
Keeping our fascia fabulous!
“Fascia is a strong, useful, living structure. But if you’re sedentary, the fibres get tangly and dehydrated,” says Suzanne. “Instead we should be trying to move in a variety of ways – similar to how monkeys move – rather than in a prescribed, linear way like you would using weight machines in the gym.” As well as staying hydrated and eating a nutritious diet, Suzanne advises having fun and avoiding stress to help keep your fascia in tip-top condition. “Many of us are taking small sips of air from the top of our lungs, while we should be breathing much more deeply to get oxygen to our cells,” she says. “And we should stretch in the
way that animals do naturally. When a cat stretches it engages all its muscles, sinks its claws into the ground and sits back. That’s what we call ‘resistance stretching’, and when humans use this method, we engage our muscles and our fascia, meaning we work more effectively on releasing tension or adhesions.” Finally, it’s worth remembering that healthy fascia is vital for looking good from head to toe. Suzanne explains, “Experts think that when fascia frays it can cause wrinkles in your skin, so it could be that a healthy fascia keeps us looking more youthful!”
I’ve always been a fit, active person, but in February 2015, I gradually developed a pain on the underside of my right foot. It kept getting worse, until one day I woke up and found I couldn’t put my foot down and walk. I was convinced I must have fractured it. I hobbled to A&E in Hammersmith and doctors carried out an X-ray on my foot. “You have plantar fasciitis,” one told me straightaway. “It’s caused by inflammation in the plantar fascia, the flexible band of tissue that runs under the sole of the foot to act as a shock absorber.” I was doing a lot of running at the time, which I think was to blame, combined with high-intensity interval training (HIIT), workouts and weights. I was told to rest the foot, but that didn’t provide much relief. Then, chatting to my friend about it, he said he had suffered from the same thing. “Roll your foot over a tennis ball,” he advised. “It releases tension in the fascia.” So I started doing that two or three times every day and it immediately felt better. After a couple of weeks I was back to exercising again, although I cut back on running. My foot is much better now. I have the occasional flare-up where the underside of my foot starts to feel painful, but I roll it over a tennis ball for a couple of days and the pain disappears. I’m much more aware of fascia now, and I’ve since done myofascial release rolling workshops, which have been great for my tight shoulders and hamstrings. Looking after our fascia is so important for helping to prevent injuries – more people need to be aware of it.
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‘We make billionai dreams come true ‘JuStin BieBer LoveD my cAke creAtion’
Debbie Wingham, 36, has homes in London and Los Angeles. She started her professional life in fashion but moved on to high end baking. And we mean high end – her cakes are some of the most unusual and expensive edible creations on the planet. Here, she tells us how her spectacular bakes help celebrate everything from pop star’s tours to billionaire baby christenings… “No one eat it,” Justin Bieber warned his entourage at the 02 arena in 2016 as they admired the cake I’d created. It was made to look like a realistic snippet of his tour life – skateboard, shirt, magazine cover, sunglasses, hat the catwalk cake featured over 4,000 diamonds
and microphone all made of cake. He was so happy with it, he took it back to LA on his private jet. I still don’t know if he actually ate it! Sometimes I have to pinch myself when I’m in my London home whisking up the unthinkable simply from flour, eggs, sugar and milk. It’s a dream job, but I sort of fell into it. My mother was a seamstress and passed down her trade to me. When I was 18, I moved from Yorkshire to London to start making clothes. Soon I was selling dresses at Greenwich Market. It wasn’t long before the big fashion players noticed and celebrities began wearing my gowns on the red carpet. After I had my daughters Olivia, now 15, Grace, now 13, and Scarlett, now six, we spent a lot of time baking together. “You could create cakes like your dresses,” they’d say. “You’d be great at that,” agreed my husband Damian, 43. It got me thinking. I started making elaborate bakes for the girls’ birthdays, but it was only when a wealthy Arab client came over in 2015 to pick up a gown for his daughter’s engagement party that I was thrust into a baking career. He caught sight of the “bake room”, a place I go with my girls to create cakes.
the armchair cake took two weeks to make
“You must bake a cake for the party too,” he insisted. Soon, his staff were calling with a list of demands – it had to be 6ft long and have real diamonds dotted all over it. I designed a catwalk featuring fashionistas like US Vogue editor Anna Wintour, all made from cake. The icing included a 5.2-carat pink diamond, a 6.4-carat yellow diamond and 15 individual 5-carat white diamonds. Those 17 stones alone were worth £30million and there were another 4,000 stones, all a carat or more. I worked on the cake for 1,100 hours and the total cost was an eye-watering £48.5million. It became the world’s most expensive, and famous, cake after it appeared in the press. Since then I’ve made cakes for billionaire businessmen, pop stars, TV personalities and big
‘one oF my BABy SHoWerS coSt £20,000!’ chrystal De’Gale, 35, from west London, owns Before Baby – a baby shower party planner business. Her celebrity clients have included Billie Faiers and Stacey Solomon… PHOTOS: Shutterstock
It was 2010 and I was heavily pregnant with my son, Samson, now eight. My friend threw me a modest baby shower and, as I worked in events,
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Amanda is one of Debbie’s celebrity customers
I realised what an untapped market it was. In the US, baby showers were almost as important as weddings, but over here they were more low-key. So while on maternity leave I made plans for my baby shower business. I wanted gorgeous themes, a focus on the mum and an “anything goes” service. The first party I did in 2011 was for a lovely lady called Michelle. She had a pick-and-mix bar, non-alcoholic cocktails and a candy stripe fairground theme.
companies. Every week I buy 50 dozen eggs, 15kg of flour, 15kg of sugar and 10kg of Belgian chocolate for my work. One of my most lavish creations was for a baby girl’s christening last year. Her cake featured a Fabergé egg on top containing a diamond-encrusted bracelet. I can’t reveal the cost of that one – but it was a lot! Kids’ parties can be the most outlandish projects and I’m like Willy Wonka – more is more! One of my clients last year was a fouryear-old girl and she took all the calls from me herself, listing her demands for her extravaganza. “I have to have a giant Jelly Baby,” she said, matter of factly. “I want seven tiers too.” The cake was a real centrepiece – with a little edible device to dispense pieces of candy from the front, which I added as a last minute surprise.
I designed stationery – name tags, favour bags and seat planners, just like at a wedding – and got the best suppliers on board. I also thought up funny games, like team relays and maternity dress-making competitions. I got so many nice comments from her guests afterwards that it gave me the confidence to take things to the next level. I now plan around two baby showers a week, helped by six members of staff. It’s a 24-hour job, but I get so much out of it.
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Justin flew his tour cake back to LA on his private jet
I’ve had many celebrity clients. As well as Justin Bieber, I’ve baked for Drake, who wanted a bomber jacket and watch made out of cake. I created a macaroon tower cake for Rylan Clark-Neal’s wedding, and I’ve made cakes for Sharon Osbourne, Amanda Holden and the stars of Downton Abbey. There have been a few disasters, though. One company commissioned me to bake an armchair and it took me two solid weeks. Then Olivia came home from school, mistook it for a real chair, threw her bag down on it and made a hole in the middle! I had to start all over again. Sometimes, I have to manage expectations, too. Recently, I was
asked if I’d make a “smash” cake – a cake made for a ritual at children’s parties where the cake is destroyed and the kids are filmed doing so. But this one was to be covered in expensive jewels and it just didn’t seem right, so I refused. But all in all, I adore what I do and the people I deal with. Yes, the demands can be crazy, the hours are long and it’s a labour of love – but look at the beautiful things I get to create!
I have a real eye for detail, and sometimes I work all night to ensure everything runs smoothly. I’ve not had a disaster yet! Prices start at £30 a head, but my most luxurious party to date cost £20,000. The client, a wealthy
businesswoman, demanded a full size carousel, a sit-down meal for 400 guests, spa treatments, a popcorn stand and lots of cakes. It was like a wedding do, held at her parents’ country house. I’ve worked with many famous faces too. Stacey Solomon had quite a classic affair, with a blue theme because she knew she was having a boy. She even had her bump painted with red stripes and a cupcake by a professional artist, as she loves cakes! While pregnant with her first daughter, Ariana, Imogen Thomas
Chrystal arranged baby showers for Stacey and Billie
The Jelly Baby cake had its own sweet dispenser
had her baby shower at a restaurant and had a vintage theme with lots of little extras like a cookie buffet in vintage jars. Billie Faiers also used our services before she gave birth to Nelly in 2014. Her party was in a marquee at her home and she had a sherbert theme with lots of pink lemonade, little cups of strawberry milkshake with pink doughnuts on top, mini balloons and a hand-made ribbon wall with paper flowers. It was beautiful. The thing I love about my job is how artistic I get to be – I have a
vision and can run with it. I also find it fascinating seeing how themes catch on – last year it was all unicorns and rose gold! Some people turn their noses up at anyone spending so much on a party for an unborn child, but I think it’s important for the mum-to-be to feel special before the focus becomes all about the baby.
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Billionaire Babies: 24 Carat Kids airs on Sunday January 14 at 8pm on Channel 5
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he Mount Pleasant and Mr Selfridge actress, 29, tells new! about her popcorn-making disaster and reveals which TV star she’d love to cook for…
was making in my old flat and there was a fire. Then in walked my mortified estate agent with a potential buyer, because I was selling. Needless to say, she didn’t buy the flat… How would you rate Which celeb would Nic makes a your cookery skills? you love to cook for? mean Eton mess Good, I hope! I’m a Mary Berry. I love passionate cook. I have a her and wouldn’t feel book out called Milly’s Real Food, so it the pressure because of who she is. would be bad news if I was no good! And finally, do you have a What would you cook to impress favourite restaurant? someone? Blanchette, a French restaurant in Something hearty, like an oxtail ragu Soho, London, stands out. It does with truffle mash. Then for pudding, tapas-style dishes and it’s divine. my boozy Eton mess pavlova! Nicola is the first UK ambassador Have you ever had a cooking disaster? for Glenilen Farm natural fruitYes, I burned the sugar in the popcorn I
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If you can’t face going out in the cold during your lunch break, try popping one of oh My Good Nosh!’s fresh chilled meals in the microwave. The range includes ready meals, soups and meal kits, and each dish celebrates global flavours – think Italy, Jamaica and Thailand. Available in Sainsbury’s and Tesco, from £2.50.
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whaT does iT do? The Protein World brand is hugely popular with celebs, including former ambassador Khloé Kardashian. It claims to help users reach their weight-loss goals, gain muscle and tone up. The range includes protein powders, tablets, porridges and snack bars, so you can choose to introduce one or two products to your daily diet. For the best weight-loss results, opt for the The Slender Plan, a 30-day programme designed to help you lose up to 4lbs a week. The box includes a 1kg tub of vanilla protein powder, 1kg high-protein, glutenfree Slender porridge, hunger buster capsules filled with fibre to control appetite, fat metaboliser capsules containing caffeine and green tea, and a shaker. There are also 12 home workouts to help burn fat and a meal planner full of recipes. celeb fans: Mum-to-be Khloé – who has famously transformed her body in recent
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years – was last year's face of the supplement brand and gushed, “Alongside my busy lifestyle and my training regime, the shakes help me build strength and maintain a balanced diet.” ouR veRdicT: The porridge is both delicious and filling and we loved the vanilla protein powder shakes, too. They helped us avoid snacking throughout the day and, although we didn't weigh ourselves, we did feel slimmer in our clothes. One word of warning – if you don’t have a sweet tooth these products might not suit you. PRice: Products from £3.99 from Proteinworld.com
s: tried and tested M i n i V by V i c ky Pat t i s o n what does it do? The reality star's Mini V Nutrition range includes a mixture of supplements, protein shakes and teas to aid weight loss and assist your workout regime. The Burn tablets include caffeine, which can boost your metabolism and help burn extra calories, while the Tone tablets include BCAAs, which reportedly aid fat loss, accelerate muscle recovery and reduce post-workout soreness. Both the detox supplement and tea claim to remove toxins from the body, although they can’t be taken together. vicky says: “I think there’s been a lot of taboos and really terrible theories surrounding supplements and protein powders and stuff, the most common ones being if you drink protein shakes you’re going to
get muscly or if you lift weights you’re going to get muscly. It’s not rati ng designed to make us all look like Arnold Schwarzenegger. It’s for women who have a life, have high-profile jobs or buzzing social lives, or kids or husbands.” our verdict: After taking the tablets for a week, we found we had a sudden increase in energy, which gave us the extra push we needed during workouts. We also noticed our skin improved, becoming clearer and brighter. Even our nails seemed stronger – the best they’ve ever been! The standout product was the protein shake, which comes in chocolate, caramel and strawberries and cream flavours. Delicious! We loved that it comes in pre-measured bottles small enough for your gym bag or handbag. price: Products start at £2.99 from Minivnutrition.com
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Her beauty supplements claim to improve hair and nail strength, while Millennial Skin vitamins, including vitamin C and marine collagen, target ageing skin. stephanie says: “Healthy eating is incredibly important to me. However, just like most people, I have my good days with eating and not-sogood ones. I have always liked to
supplement my diet with vitamins, minerals and healthy botanical ingredients for extra support and the products in my range have been created around what I’ve always enjoyed.” our verdict: The best product was the shake. So often, vegan shakes can be bland, but this is not only high in protein and has no added sugar, its chocolate fudge flavour actually tastes good, too. It’s a perfect post-workout treat! price: Pro Vegan Shake £4.99 (down from £29.95) rati at Nutritionbysteph.com ng
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Winter escapes
Bea t the Jan uar y blu es wit h a lux ury we eke nd get aw ay…
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Southampton harbour hotel & Spa The hoTel: This gorgeous five-star hotel in Southampton’s Ocean Village marina has only been open for three months, so everything about it feels shiny and new, from the modern rooms to the superb spa. It’s designed to make the most of its surroundings, so you get incredible harbour views whether you’re relaxing in your room, tucking into a tasty meal at The Jetty restaurant or sipping a cocktail in the HarBAR On 6th rooftop bar. The heated lamps on the bar’s terrace mean you can enjoy an al fresco tipple year-round, while admiring all the super-yachts moored below. The hotel’s spa is fantastic, with a crystal steam room, sauna and hydrotherapy pool. We indulged in a 70-minute aromatherapy massage, which left us feeling totally relaxed before we hit the pool for a dip. Bliss!
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The hoTel: The Old Ship in Brighton combines period features with modern decor to give a cosy, stylish interior. The hotel is perfectly located just metres from the seafront and a short walk away from the famous Brighton Lanes, packed with boutiques and restaurants. We enjoyed a delicious three-course meal at the hotel restaurant, Steak On Sea, with fab coastal views and friendly staff who were more than happy to recommend dishes. ouT and abouT: Brighton’s seafront is perfect for a leisurely stroll, with wide flat footpaths for miles. Head to the pier, where you can treat yourself to traditional fish and chips, try your hand at the arcade games and test your nerve on the fairground rides. For a bird’s-eye view of the whole area, take
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The british airways i360 tower dominates the brighton skyline
a ride up the British Airways i360 tower. The rotating observation deck reaches a height of 138 metres, giving you panoramic views of the town, South Downs and English Channel. need To know: The Old Ship’s Ultimate Winter Break package includes three nights at the hotel with breakfast, dinner on your first night, tickets to the Sea Life Centre, a flight on the BA i360 and unlimited rides on Brighton Pier from just £150pp. Book at Thecairncollection.co.uk (terms and conditions apply).
the Spa hotel The hoTel: This country mansion in Royal Tunbridge Wells first opened its doors as a hotel back in 1880 and counts royalty among its early guests. The bedrooms are elegant and individually decorated, and we were really impressed by how huge and comfy our bed was. We had a balcony overlooking the picturesque grounds, too. At the more casual Zagatos Bar & Brasserie, we feasted on roast Norfolk chicken and wild mushrooms, which was delicious. There’s also fine dining on offer in The Chandelier Restaurant, or you can indulge in a swanky afternoon tea in The Orangery. When you’re ready to kick back and relax, head to the spa, which has a steam room, sauna, relaxation room and a pool area with loungers. We saw
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barnett hill hotel Out and abOut: The hotel offers a Culture Vulture experience, which includes a chauffeur-driven trip to the nearby medieval city of Winchester as well as two tickets to the theatre. There’s also a Nature, Culture & Cuisine package on offer, which includes a private day trip to the New Forest, where you can explore the national park and picturesque villages. need tO knOw: Visit Southamptonharbour-hotel.co.uk to book. Rooms start from £135 per night.
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the manor was built by travel agent thomas Cook’s grandson
the hOtel: This boutique manor house dates back to 1905 and was built by the grandson of travel agent Thomas Cook. But while it’s steeped in history, the grand building has been completely renovated, and the stylish decor and beautiful winding staircase make it feel like pure luxury. We stayed in the Thomas Cook suite, which has a breathtaking view of the hotel’s extensive grounds and the Surrey Hills beyond. While there isn’t a spa, there are treatment rooms that offer everything from manicures to specialist face and body therapies like Total Harmony, a body brushing experience with basalt lava stones. Our evening meal in the two AA Rosette Oak Room restaurant was delicious, and the
breakfast was impressive too, with great vegetarian options. Out and abOut: The hotel will provide you with a map for local walks or you can head into Guildford, just three miles away, where you can take a boat trip down the River Wey. If you’re in the mood for a more active afternoon, get your adrenaline pumping on the treetop Wild Wood Adventure course. need tO knOw: Book at Alexanderhotels.co. uk/barnett-hill. Standard rooms (B&B) are from £140 or £210 including dinner. Dinner, bed and breakfast in the Thomas Cook Master Suite costs from £410. (All prices based on two sharing.)
balmer lawn hotel & Spa the hOtel: With a fascinating history, gorgeous surroundings and the friendliest welcome you could wish for, this four-star hotel in the New Forest National Park really does have it all. It was built in the mid-1800s as a hunting lodge and Sir Winston Churchill is among the many esteemed guests who have passed through its doors over the years. These days, it’s a classic country house hotel, complete with comfortable rooms, a gorgeous spa, indoor and outdoor pools, a roaring log fire to huddle around in the lounge and a cosy bar. The restaurant, Beresfords, offers delicious seasonal food. All the bread is baked on-site and even the butter is homemade!
The hotel is dog-friendly, too, so you can take your pooch on holiday. Pawfect! Out and abOut: As it’s right in the heart of a national park, there are stunning walks to enjoy in every direction. The staff will furnish you with maps of the best routes and even lend you a pair of wellies if it’s muddy. They can also arrange bike hire if you fancy exploring the area on two wheels. One lovely nearby walk is the Tall Trees Trail, along which you’ll see some of the tallest, toughest trees in the UK. need tO knOw: Book at Balmerlawnhotel. com. Standard doubles from £129 per night (B&B). For more info on the area, see Newforestnpa.gov.uk.
explore the many shops and cafes along the Pantiles
off all the stresses and strains of daily life with a fabulous hot stone massage. Throughout the hotel, the service was second to none and we felt totally looked after and pampered. Out and abOut: It’s a short walk into the town centre, where you’ll find independent boutiques alongside high-street shops. Don’t miss The Pantiles – a picturesque stretch of specialist shops and cafes. History fans will love Hever Castle, a 25-minute drive away, where there’s family fun to be had on the boating lake and in the mazes. need tO knOw: Rooms cost from £75 per night. Book at Spahotel.co.uk.
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“Another area that may have benefitted from Botox is her eyebrows. They’ve been dramatically raised. Many people have the brows slightly raised, to open up the eyes. With Faryal, the brows have been elevated so high, her eyes look quite intense.”
“Faryal’s forehead looks completely wrinkle free, with some slight bumps, which could be down to use of Botox.”
“Her nose appears to be much slimmer. There was a slight bump, which has now been smoothed out. The tip and nostrils look like they’ve been slightly thinned down and lifted. Rhinoplasty would be the only way to achieve this look.”
“Her lips look like they’ve become overfilled. There isn’t any shape to them, which explains why she’s tried to over-line them.”
“On her left-hand side, the cheek looks pumped and somewhat sculpted. The other side looks much flatter. I imagine more dermal filler was put in her left cheek than her right.”
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regnant Faryal Makhdoom had a turbulent 2017. Her marriage to Amir Khan looked all but over in the summer when he accused her of having an affair with fellow boxer Anthony Joshua. But it wasn’t just the 26 year old’s relationship that got tongues wagging – the startling change in her appearance also caused confusion. The mum of one is almost unrecognisable compared to six years ago – and cosmetic expert Dr Vincent Wong believes it’s likely she’s had several procedures recently. “Faryal has had one of the most extreme transformations since Chloe new-magazine.co.uk
Khan,” he says. “Originally freshfaced, she now looks overdone and completely fake in my opinion, with blow-up doll features.” In the past, Faryal has been honest about the treatments she’s had and has spoken about visiting Beverly Hills cosmetic dermatologist Simon Ourian, who’s worked with Kim Kardashian. “Because of lack of sleep, genes and dehydration, I get bags under my eyes and I wanted to get them lightened,” she said. “So I went to my doctor, Simon – he’s Kim Kardashian’s doctor.” But Faryal is keen to make the distinction between cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery.
2012 “I like high cheekbones. I’ve never had plastic surgery. Fillers and plastic surgery are two different things,” she added. Dr Wong is a cosmetic doctor at Federation V, 64 Knightsbridge, London. Visit Drvincentwong.com
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In the spirit of staying happy, positive and generous in 2018, we’re treating you to this gloriously gratuitous pic of a shirtless Mr Wahlberg, sauntering across the sand showing off his abs-olutely perfect bod. Happy New Year! The actor joined the rest of the showbiz elite in Barbados over the holidays (for such a small island it sure packs in a hell of a lot of celebs!) and looked seriously sexy as he soaked up the Caribbean sun with his wife, Rhea Durham, and their four kids. Mark, 46, was recently named 2017’s most overpaid actor in Hollywood, having raked in £50million. Here at new!, we think he’s worth every penny…
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Danny O’Donoghue on “navigating the potholes” that split most bands up…
e’s largely considered (by us at new!, anyway) to be pop’s hottest Irishman since Shane Filan circa 2001, so you can only imagine our excitement at sitting down for an intimate chat with The Script’s frontman Danny O’Donoghue. The former Voice UK mentor is hitting the road with his bandmates
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Monday Jan 15, 8pm, W We’re starting to wonder if Rylan Clark-Neal ever rests. He currently seems to be everywhere we look, from CBB’s spin-off to repeats of his doomed ITV game show Babushka. And for those of you who are still not sick of the sight of him, he’s presenting a new beach-themed game show on UKTV’s W channel. The premise sees pairs of contestants compete for cash, which is located out in the sea. So, in other words, they have to swim for their loot. Olympic silver medallist and long-distance open swimmer Keri-anne Payne helps to oversee the safety of the contestants as they battle Mother Nature in a bid to win a few quid.
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think, “I love that band,” and then we come out and two albums later they’re gone and we’re still here. It’s weird. Well, you certainly have a devoted fan base! Did you expect Freedom Child to get such a good reaction? We’ll always get nervous, thinking, “Is this the album that doesn’t work?” In today’s climate, people are consuming things so fast and throwing them away so fast. I don’t believe there’s anything like an illustrious career. I just believe people have a string of comebacks! How do you know you’re going to produce a good album? You don’t. You just keep writing. But I’ve got faith in us as writers. The system obviously works… Well, to be honest, we don’t have a system and that’s why it works. Normally, if you have a system, it tends to break down.
We’re very fluid in that way. I swear it’s like looking for gold. You literally sift through. What does it feel like when you know you’ve written a good song? It’s honestly like seeing the person you love for the first time. When you hear a lyric, it’s this amazing feeling that no matter what is going on in my life at the time, I’m not doing shit until I finish the song. It literally wipes the whole world away and keeps me in that room. Tell us about your surgery… I’d got pretty far in life with the singing technique I had, but that last year of touring really did some damage to me. I was partying – smoking and drinking – as well as singing. I know the likes of Sam Smith and Adele had the same surgery as me, and they were quite young when they had it. I managed to get to about
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Emma Willis announces this year’s Brit nominations in a special live show, which will feature exclusive performances from the likes of Paloma Faith, Liam Payne and Clean Bandit. As everyone knows, when it comes to pop music the Brits are the gongs to get, so we’re already looking forward to seeing who was deemed good enough to make the final shortlist for their respective categories. Will Liam have a shot at British Male Solo Artist after his big year? And could Paloma nab her second British Female Solo Artist award? The actual awards show itself will be broadcast live on ITV on February 21, so we’ll have to wait and see…
Release The hounds Thursday January 18, 9pm, iTV2
Any reality show that scares the living daylights out of the D-list is all right by us, and Hounds is a total joy for that very reason. Not only does it place celebs in a series of terrifying situations and tasks (all in the name of lolz, of course), it culminates in having them run for their
lives while being chased by a pack of rabid dogs. What’s not to love? This week, it’s the turn of Emmerdale stars Danny Miller and Adam Thomas, plus Adam’s twin Scott, to encounter freaky children, a haunted ambulance and an art gallery from hell.
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ove her or loathe fiancé, David C Meyer, has finally her, Camille Grammer put the smile back on her face… kept us glued to the first two seasons of Hi, Camille! What can we The Real Housewives Of Beverly expect from the new season? Hills. From her catastrophic I’m happy that it’s not going to clashes with co-star Kyle be a take-down or horrible. It’s Richards, 48, to her going to be more of a lifestyle devastating divorce piece looking at women from Frasier actor interacting and how friendships Kelsey Grammer, can grow or go awry. And I the glam mum really enjoy the new housewife, of two certainly Teddi [Mellencamp Arroyave]. brought She really keeps the the drama! ladies accountable And while for what they say. she’s dipped in Beverly Hills is and out of the rich. Is there a series over the lot of pressure years, season to keep up with eight sees her each other? long-awaited Yes, on the show and Teddi’s a new return on in Beverly Hills, period. face in town a more Whose house is bigger permanent than theirs? Who has the basis, as she newer Rolls-Royce? There rejoins the cast is always that pressure to as a “friend” of keep up. I felt it the first two the housewives. seasons, even though my Here, Camille, husband at the time 48, spills the tea was very on the new season, successful. relives the public But I don’t breakdown of her feel that doomed marriage and pressure reveals how her new now.
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After her terrifying tumble from the Queen Vic roof at Christmas, Lauren has made a miraculous recovery and hobbled home, while her poor sister Abi remains in a critical condition. Unsurprisingly, guilty Max is struggling to come to terms with what’s happened. In fact, he’s still kidding himself
that his youngest daughter will pull through despite doctors explaining she’s only clinging on because of the life support machine. As depressing as it is, it might be time for the devastated dad to face facts. Elsewhere, Whitney turns detective in an effort to find out about elusive Tiffany’s home life…
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The star has had a bitter split from Kelsey
We also saw you go through a difficult divorce on camera… It was extremely difficult. [Kelsey confessed to having a six-month affair behind her back.] I wanted to bury my head in the sand and hide but I couldn’t. A divorce alone is difficult but it was so public. I felt shame, humility, embarrassment and pain, and I couldn’t suffer in silence. I had to deal with the public weighing in on how they felt about me as a person versus Kelsey, who people loved as Frasier. Are you in a better place with Kelsey now for the kids’ sake? No, any communication is between third parties. It’s unfortunate, but I’ve learned to accept that that is the way it is. It’s a shame that our divorce was so public because I think we would’ve been in a much better place if it wasn’t.
But you’re happily engaged to David now. Congratulations! Thanks! I’m very happy. He’s a wonderful man. He’s very supportive and we have a lot in common – we’ve both been through a divorce and we appreciate everything we have learned from previous relationships, so we can do better this time around. Will the housewives be invited to your wedding? Of course they will! Well, maybe not all of them. But you’ll have to watch what happens when I introduce him to everyone. Even though I’m a “friend”, I’m not immune to the drama. There’s a woman in particular that I clash with, but you’ll have to watch to see why! The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills is on Hayu, reality on demand
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Although initially a pop superstar, back in the midnoughties the ambitious Trousersnake slithered his way to the top of the acting tree – where he’s been ever since. But despite his attempts to become a latter-day Larry Olivier, JT knows his true talent lies in music. Which is why he’s wisely returned with brand-new material, his first in four years (if you discount his rather excellent contribution to the Trolls movie, Can’t Stop The Feeling!, that is). This, the teaser single from his forthcoming album Man Of The Woods, is classic Justin – a futuristic pop/ funk masterclass, with a seductive bass line and suggestive lyrics that make SexyBack sound like a nursery rhyme. We like.
Who would play you in a movie about your life? Tom Hardy! Absolutely no question. Have you ever binge-watched a box set and what was it? How long have you got? My favourite one was Sons Of Anarchy. It’s about motorcycle gangs. It’s unbelievable. When was the last time you Netflix and chilled? Very recently, ha ha! Is there a song that reminds you of an embarrassing moment? Ali G and Shaggy’s Me Julie, because I got kicked out of the pub I worked in by singing it on karaoke! It seems the DJ was completely weirded out by me singing it. What was the last book you finished? A book about the Kray twins but I can’t remember what it’s called. It’s from the perspective of someone who worked with them, a Cypriot guy. [It’s Inside The Firm by Tony Lambrianou, Zoners.] Are you much of a reader? I’m not, really. I’m more into films. Time is a limited factor in my life, so I always find other things to procrastinate with. I do enjoy a book on holiday, though. I can’t go away without taking a couple with me. Talking of films, have you ever left the cinema before the end of one? No, I haven’t – I think that’s weird. Once you’re in there, you have to follow it through because you never know what’s going to happen. Who do you think is on TV too much? I don’t know because all the ones that I can think of are really good and I enjoy them, like Holly Willoughby and Ant and Dec. Maybe Bradley Walsh? Who’s not on TV enough? David Attenborough. He’s such a proper top guy. He reminds me of a grandad figure – someone who’s dead warm and chilled and nice. If you could have your own X Factor-style panel to judge your life decisions, who would be on it? Morgan Freeman because he’s so philosophical, Henry VIII because I’d like to see how he judges someone after the kinds of things he did in his life, Ant and Dec – can they count as one and we’ll have Dec sitting on Ant’s knee? – and Keith Lemon because he’s just hilarious. Andrew can be found on Instagram and Twitter @itsandrewbrady
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He’s the TV hunk who’s taken the nation by storm – so in the interest of giving the people what they want, here’s everything you need to know about gorgeous McMafia star James Norton…
He Has a famous girlfriend (boo!) James has been dating actress Imogen Poots since they met on the set of the play Belleville last year. Which shouldn’t surprise his nearest and dearest, as he’s got form when it comes to wooing his co-stars. He also romanced I’d Do Anything runner-up Jessie Buckley when they appeared together in War And Peace, and actress Eleanor Wyld, after meeting during the filming of movie Bonobo. The cad.
He’s tipped to be tHe new 007 He’s related to david cameron! Don’t panic, he’s a very distant relative of the former PM turned villain – but a relative nonetheless! The actor is linked to Dave through ancient ancestry and is of English, Irish, Scottish and Cornish heritage.
He’s not afraid to bare all
He’s committed to His job
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So committed in fact, he learned the Russian martial art Systema for his role in McMafia, a “terrifying” (James’s word) exercise which involves someone punching you over and over. However, you learn to take the pain and relax through it.
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THai square Forget Dry January, Veganuary and all the other restrictive fads we’re supposed to put ourselves through this month. Instead, we suggest getting down to Thai Square for a delicious curry and a glass of well-earned vino. After all, we’ve been back at work for well over a week now. We owe it to ourselves. The chain, which has restaurants across the South East, is perfect for an affordable – but delish – Thai dish. We went to London’s Mansion House branch new-magazine.co.uk
Not-so-shy James has gone completely starkers on screen before, notably in the comedy-drama Bonobo in 2014. The naughty actor, who played Ralph, can be seen performing yoga poses in one sexy scene, before shocking a furious onlooker with his nudist ways. We, on the other hand, are not complaining.
and started with the aromatic duck for two (£16), before tucking into the chicken panang (£9.95). But if you’re feeling really brave, try the jungle curry (£9.95), one of the few Thai curries not to contain coconut milk. Disclaimer: it’s not for the faint-hearted! Finally, we guzzled it all down with a bottle of Shiraz (£24.95) and pretended we were still on holiday. Bliss. food n Thaisq.com
It’s hardly surprising that thanks to his suave turn as a gangster’s son in McMafia, fans have demanded James take the Bond baton from Daniel Craig. One fan even called the first episode of the BBC drama “James Norton’s audition for Bond” while another said, “Tuxedo? Check. Caviar? Check. Just need a shaken, not stirred Martini!”
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This Oscar-tipped movie is a black comedy from the director of In Bruges. A grieving mother, Mildred (McDormand), puts three billboards up in her local area, complaining about the police handling of her daughter’s murder case. It doesn’t sound particularly cheery, but there are laughs to be had.
What’s good?
It’s bitterly funny and beautifully performed. McDormand is hands-down brilliant as the scathing, sarcastic, foul-mouthed Mildred, who is never more hilarious than when taking the cops down a peg or two. Sam Rockwell also stands out as one of the dimmer and funnier policemen, while Woody Harrelson is basically one of the good guys.
What’s bad?
As you can tell by the subject matter, expect disturbing scenes, and a very cynical outlook on life that won’t appeal to everyone.
Verdict: a pretty uncoMFortable but Very entertaining Watch HHHH
darkesT hour starring: gary oldMan, kristin scott thoMas, lily JaMes rating: pg What’s it all about?
In this biopic, new Prime Minister Winston Churchill (Oldman) faces world-changing decisions as he rises to power as the Second World War begins.
What’s good?
A classy, well-shot period drama from the director of Atonement, this has an awards-worthy turn from a barely recognisable Oldman. Lily James is sweet as his new secretary, and their interactions bring humour and moving moments. And Kristin Scott Thomas is perfect as his wife.
What’s bad?
If you’ve seen other Churchill films in the past – and goodness knows there have been many – it might all seem a little bit familiar.
Verdict: a good-looking history lesson With a FeW stirring scenes HHH
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Expect arguments and tension this week. Avoid getting drawn into rows with other people as they will expect your support and blow things out of all proportion. A confrontation can be avoided by taking a gentle approach. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4111**
There’s harmony in your relationships now. Spending time alone with your partner will feel incredibly healing. Just being able to sit down and talk about your feelings will be therapeutic. Be honest in business or, better still, keep your own counsel. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4112** You will be more playful and loving as this week is all about fun and laughter. Be careful when playing romantic games. A little flirtation adds spice to your life but your partner may wonder if you’ve grown bored of them. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4101**
Your social life lights up. You feel spoiled for choice now with so many invitations. Mixing business with pleasure will work to your advantage. Someone shares useful information they would have kept to themselves in a formal meeting. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4102**
Domestic pursuits will take on an added significance as you will enjoy a month of domestic bliss. Your need for a greater sense of security and comfort grows even stronger. Creating a stable family life is your first priority at the moment. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4104** Meetings, texts and travel arrangements will lead to several lively get-togethers. Some invitations will be a surprise and few will be disappointing. If you have recently changed jobs or moved home, this is your chance to build a support network. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4105** This is the time for using your imagination. A change of scenery or a new project will get your creative juices flowing. In business, there’s a need to be practical. There’s a difference between a personal opinion and one that is informed. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4106**
Entertaining people in your home will be an exciting challenge. For guests staying overnight, splash out on some flowers. Visiting a friend who is recovering from an illness or offering them a helping hand will be well received. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4108**
Your confidence is boosted, meaning you can take part in a fundraising venture. It’s good to support a worthy cause while being able to focus on the big picture. If you’ve ever wanted to make money from your creative talent, start now. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4109**
It’s time to change direction. A painful and upsetting situation you’ve just been through is not going to hold you back now. Making a wrong choice can be a learning experience as it has helped you work out which path will now lead to success. Call my Starline to hear more: 0905 789 4110**
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Rearrange the letters in the shaded squares to find the name of an I’m A Celeb star… ACroSS
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1 Ben _, provides the voice of Paddington (7) 5 Ashton _, ex-husband of Demi Moore (7) 8 Former first lady of France, Carla _-Sarkozy (5) 9 Nicholas _, played Rodney Trotter in 2D (9) 10 _ Blackstock, Emmerdale beautician played by Samantha Giles (7) 14 Legendary actor and director, Laurence _ (7) 17 Fishy Pixar feature film from 2003 (7,4) 19 Secret singing star played by Miley Cyrus, Hannah _ (7) 22 _ Christie, former GB Olympic sprinter (7) 25 Hayden Panettiere’s musical drama set in Tennessee (9) 26 Lily _, recording artist behind Sheezus and Alright, Still (5) 27 Pop icon who sang Into The Groove (7) 28 Get Ur Freak On rapper, Missy _ (7)
2 Only Fools And _, long-running BBC sitcom (6) 3 Maiden name of Spencer Pratt’s reality colleague and wife (5,6) 4 Selena Gomez’s song, with help from Marshmello (6) 5 Classic movie about a gigantic ape, remade in 2005 (4,4) 6 David and Victoria Beckham’s youngest son (4) 7 She becomes Queen of Arendelle in Frozen (4) 11 Rugby player married to Zara Phillips (4,7) 12 _ Rimmer, TV chef and Strictly 2017 participant (5) 13 Stormzy was recently Blinded By Your _ (5) 15 Famous Essex inhabitant _ Collins (5) 16 Rhys _, portrays Mycroft Holmes in Elementary (5) 18 Lady Victoria Hervey’s socialite and model sister (8) 20 Comic genius behind Fawlty Towers, John _ (6) 21 Essex resident nicknamed “Arg”, James _ (6) 23 Sister of models Poppy and Chloe Delevingne (4) 24 _ James, actor who played Tobias “Four” Eaton in the films Divergent, Insurgent and Allegiant (4)
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Iggy Azalea
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Elizabeth Hurley
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Hailey Baldwin
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Issue 756’s solutions Crossword: Melanie Sykes Wordsearch: Jungle Celeb pals: 1:B; 2:C; 3:A Puzzles winner: Jenna Harden
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these ladies to Celeb bIKINIS Match their holiday bodies…
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The actors on the left associated with Father Christmas can all be found in the grid, except for one. Which is missing?
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e’ve got selfie envy as we scroll through former Love Island star Olivia Buckland’s Instagram. But behind every saucy shot of the blonde is an even saucier photographer, as she tells us fiancé Alex Bowen is the man in charge of the cam. Boyfriend goals! Here, Olivia, 24, talks wedding planning and why she loves a good filter… We’re loving this cute snap! What’s the story behind it? It was taken when me and Alex went out with his mum and stepdad. We went out for dinner and he told me we were going to Milan for my birthday. It was the perfect picture opportunity. We’re guessing you get along well with Alex’s family… Yes! It was just nice to spend time with them because they live so far away.
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how is wedding planning coming along? I got through quite a lot the other day. My wedding planner is one of my best friends, and she popped over to see the new house and we sat down and sorted a few things out. The guest list is all done and dusted and the Save The Dates are out. Would you say you’ve turned into a bridezilla? A little bit. You don’t realise how stressful it is until you go through it. There’s so much to organise. I think the bridezilla will make its way out fully eventually. has Alex been hands-on? He was hands-on when he tried the cakes, but he lets me get on with it because he knows I’m quite picky and he trusts my opinion. I think he’s trying to keep me calm about it at the minute. What are you most excited about? I’m really excited for the first dance – that will be amazing.
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catch up with what the stars have been saying online riTa Ora On insTagram
Thanks for helping me ring in 2018! WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3 rita looks cosy as she sees in the new Year on the slopes.
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We’re sure the day won’t be short of a good selfie! What are your thoughts on them? I’m a fan, as long as you’re doing it for yourself. I love a selfie and I’m always taking them in the car or taxis when I’m bored. Are you always pestering Alex to take snaps of you? Alex takes my outfit pics. He’s like, “Oh my God, Olivia,” because I’ll have my ring light set up. Are you into editing selfies? I use the VSCO app because it has the best filters ever – I love it. do you know anyone who takes too many selfies? You know what? Alex takes a lot of selfies, probably more than me. He’s the selfie king.
Olivia is the face of Cocoa Brown By Marissa Carter tan, available at Superdrug and Primark
January 2nd back at work here we go!!! TUESDAY, JANUARY 2 is that Kris or her daughter Kim K? We confess we did a double take!
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2018 means wedding planning is in full swing - disclaimer this is not the dress I will be wearing but deffo think this style suits me best TUESDAY, JANUARY 2 the prep is well under way!
Don’t go chasing.... MONDAY, JANUARY 1 over a decade on from that iconic bikini shower in the jungle, how does Myleene still look so good?
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have you ever taken a selfie and later regretted it? All the time! You know when you look at a photo for too long and you don’t know if it’s actually nice any more? What’s the highest number of likes you’ve received on a photo? I think one of me and Alex got 120,000 or something ridiculous like that. Who’s the best celeb you’ve ever had a selfie with? Abbey Clancy!
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former Love Island star olivia Buckland tells why her other half is the selfie king and how she edits her snaps…