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HOLLY’S SEXY SECRETS COULD MAKE HER THE NEW GWYNETH! Gwyneth Paltrow’s Go op is worth £20 0m

A shock new move – in which she will open up about ‘sex and passion’ – is set to make Holly Willoughby the UK’s Gwyneth Paltrow... and earn her millions

fter two decades on TV, Holly Willoughby revealed a shock new career move last week by launching her own wellness brand – after going on a journey of self-discovery. The This Morning star revealed her new wellness website, Wylde Moon, on Instagram – which racked up 50k followers in the first day – and said, “The most important pillars of WYLDE MOON are about having a true sense of self, igniting your intuition, knowing your self worth, nourishing your body and soul through music, food, laughter, sex, passion, beautiful things, or all of the above.” The blog includes a podcast, as well as advice segments from Emma Lucy Knowles, Victoria Beckham’s clairvoyant and crystal healer, among other guests. Holly, 40, revealed she’d become interested in spirituality while filming I’m A Celebrity! in Australia in 2018 without her family – her husband, television producer Dan Baldwin, 46, and their children, Harry, 12, Belle, 10, and Chester, six – saying being alone allowed her 4

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to “start unlocking pieces of [herself]”. Speaking of her journey to self-discovery – insisting she has “changed a lot in the past few years” – she added, “Wylde Moon is the embodiment of me reaching a stage in my life where, although I have lots of experience, I still don’t know fully who I am. In a selfish way, I am putting this all together to help me [on the journey].” SEDUCTIVE

Fans have already been treated to a glimpse of the “new” Holly. The star posed in a seductive, tailored black dress for the promotional shots on the brand’s Instagram page. Understandably, her rebranding has drawn comparisons to Gwyneth Holly’s promotional pics for Wylde Moon

Paltrow’s wellness empire, Goop, which is worth £200m. The actress has made headlines for selling candles that smell “like my vagina”, steam baths for your bits, £15,000 sex toys, and herbal “sex dust”. Mum-of-three Holly was inundated with offers from sex toy brands when she launched

Gwyneth’s “vagina” smelling candle is controversial

her previous lifestyle brand, Truly, in 2018, and showed her saucy side on This Morning when she revealed that she breaks in her heels “in the bedroom”. She also tested out a “vagina-tightening” machine for TV show Christmas Shopping With Keith Lemon, With husband and suggestively ate Dan and their a banana on Celebrity three children, Juice in 2018. Harry, Belle and And, earlier this Chester year, fans went wild when she accidentally posted a picture of her naked reflection in the bathroom taps while taking a bubble bath. While Gwyneth is a huge fan of herbal

NEWS “I think Holly will offer a lot of great advice to women. I hope she’ll talk about important things that have often, wrongly, been considered taboo – like sexuality, sexual health, and the menopause – to break down those boundaries. “I think she’s creating a mini empire and this brand will be massively successful and earn her a fortune – she could easily start off earning £1m a year from this venture alone. “Everything Holly puts her name to – clothes, beauty brands – sells well, so she may as well do it herself with her own site. I would say she is in the top three female presenters in the UK and branching off could give her a wider appeal.”

medicine, breathing apps and meditation, Holly loves to use crystals and kinesiology, a type of massage aiming to correct imbalances causing disease in the body. Both women are also homebodies, with Gwyneth – mum to Apple, 17, and Moses, 15, with ex-husband Chris Martin, 44 – creating family feasts to show off on her website, while Holly posts snaps of her roast dinners on her socials. But PR guru Nick Ede says it’s

Holly’s latest move comes amid her bitter £10m feud with her former management company, YMU, which fuelled reports that their acrimonious split had led to Holly – who has since launched her own female-led agency, Roxy – questioning her future on This Morning, though she has denied the rumours. In April, Holly said, “I’m finally at a point in my life where I can see a little more clearly,” and an insider also revealed that Holly has shifted her priorities as she enters her forties. The source says, “Holly’s spent the last 20 years putting everything into her career. While she loves presenting, she’s also keen to shift the balance and be her own boss so she can have the freedom over her schedule. That will enable her to spend more time with Dan and the kids.” Tellingly, on her website, Holly also wrote last week, “There are so many ways in which we are controlled by social boundaries and I think that we could all do with being a bit more wild and seeing what our parameters and boundaries are on our own terms – not on anyone else’s.” By Daisy McLure

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the balance between being a wholesome family woman and not being scared to express her sexuality that will make Holly – who is already estimated to be worth £10m – her new fortune. Nick explains, “Holly has what it takes to be the British version of Gwyneth. She has the perfect balance, because she is wholesome and the epitome of the girl-next-door type, yet as we’ve seen with her opening up about sexy stuff in the past,

she isn’t scared to talk about sexuality and she has a fun side. People love her for her saucy confessions because they can relate to her. “Holly appeals to women, who want to be friends with her because she is so down to earth, and men, who want to be with her because she is a bit naughty yet is a loving, family woman.

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espite British movie legends including Dame Judi Dench and Guy Ritchie in attendance – alongside royalty with Sophie Wessex – Gemma Collins still managed to be the centre of attention at the Chelsea Flower Show last week when she made a very grand entrance. Wearing a pink ballgown complete with billowing yellow cape, all eyes were on her as she shrieked, “The GC’s here, everyone!” while quaffing a chilled glass of champagne. And when Closer settled down with her later for a chat, Gemma, 40, cackled, “You know how I love to make an entrance! I’ve been dressed by my designer friend Patrick McDowell from all sustainable materials. It’s all about being kind to the planet now, babes. “I’m cutting down on food waste and everything... we’ve got to all start thinking about the bigger picture! I’ve cut down on plastic, too. Luckily, I’m a natural beauty so I don’t need it in my face!” AGONISING

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this year, with the pair sharing photos of each other on social media and Gemma calling Rami The One in August. “Rami’s not with me today because he runs his own business and he’s busy with that,” smiles Gemma. “He’s not in my showbiz bubble – he has his own world and I like it that way. I’m the GC and I want a man to look after me! I like to be wined and dined, he’s my perfect man!” The former TOWIE star finally ended her tumultuous on/off relationship with Arg last July after he suggested they have an open relationship. Cruel messages later emerged where he had dubbed her a “hippo” and a “fat f**k.” Despite her rocky past and years of heartbreak, Gemma says she can’t wait She’s rekindled things with Rami

to marry Rami later on this year in a top-secret location. She adds, “I’m really looking forward to walking down the aisle. I’m having an intimate celebration with family and friends at a famous London hotel and then I’ll have a massive party later on. But one thing’s certain, I won’t be having any bridesmaids... it’s all about me, baby!” MOTHERHOOD DREAMS

Gemma has been vocal about her desire to have children, previously saying, “I will have a baby and I do want a baby. I want to feel motherhood… I’ve not had the physical experience of being a full-time mum. I don’t want that robbed from me in my life, that would be a travesty.” Gemma suffers from polycystic ovary syndrome and has tragically had two miscarriages in the past – her latest happened last year during the first lockdown while she was back together with Arg. The star opened up recently, saying, “It’s not so easy for me to get pregnant. But I am ready for it.” She now tells Closer that since her tour – The GC’s Big Night Out, which saw her travel around the UK performing to her fans – has been

INTERVIEW cancelled it means she now has time to focus on trying for a baby with Rami. She says, “I’ve just had to cancel my tour due to the pandemic, so I have a lot of time on my hands now! I’d love to have babies and I’m definitely not going to waste any time.” GREEN FINGERED

She moved into her “dream home” in February, relocating to a £1.35m fivebedroom Essex house, which she says will be perfect for a family. And having struggled with anxiety in the past, Gemma says the lavish and spacious grounds have done wonders for her mindset. She says, “I’ve absolutely loved settling in. I consider myself quite green-fingered, although obviously I don’t do the actual gardening myself. I have two old boys who come round once a week! “But getting out in nature definitely makes me feel good. I really love gardening and spending time outside. My garden’s the size of a football pitch and it could definitely give some of the stands here [at the Flower Show] a run for their money!” By Katie Banks

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He’s been looking healthy and happy over the last few months and has been keen to show off his 5.5st weight loss. But sources say, despite the attention he’s received for his new look, James “Arg” Argent is still pining for his ex Gemma Collins. Arg, 33, has totally transformed his figure since having a gastric band fitted in January after reaching 26st. And his slimmer frame has garnered praise from fans. On an Instagram photo he’d uploaded of himself in Marbella last month, one fan wrote, “Wow you look so handsome, Arg”. And pap pictures showed the former TOWIE star surrounded by women while out partying. Closer also previously reported how Arg was keen to get back on the dating scene, after splitting from on/off ex Gemma last summer. But now sources say that after trying out dating apps and flirting on Instagram and, despite getting attention for his new slimmer frame, Arg has realised he still holds a flame for his ex. The source says, “Arg is feeling confident and is in a great place right now. He’s worked hard on himself and he’s feeling good. Seeing his friends around him settle down with partners made him want to date again. But if anything, dating and

messaging women has made him miss Gemma. It doesn’t help that she’s moved on and is loved-up with Rami. “So now Arg has decided to put dating on the back-burner and just keep working on himself, until he feels fully ready to find someone new.”

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COLEEN’S NEW FEARS FOR ‘STRUGGLING’ WAYNE With Wayne Rooney facing yet more uncertainty amid his team’s ﬁght for survival, insiders say wife Coleen is worried her husband could buckle under the strain

t’s been a testing year for Wayne Rooney since taking over as manager of Derby County, and last week he faced yet another blow amid the news his team is entering administration. To make matters worse, Wayne, 35 – who was brought in as the team’s manager “to restore dignity at the club” after retiring from his playing career last August – revealed how he’d only found out about the threat hanging over the team after watching the news on TV, rather than directly from his bosses. Reacting to the news, the dad-of-four looked downbeat as he told a press conference, “I haven’t spoken with [owner] Mel [Morris]. I am sure he has got other things on his mind. The players had no information and they saw it on Sky as well.” A few days later, after the administration was confirmed, he seemed more angry as he blasted his boss as “disrespectful”, telling fans he’d had, “No phone call. No message.”

Now insiders say the latest bombshell – with reports the club has debts of £50m and is struggling to find a new owner – has rocked the Rooney household and left Coleen, 35, more worried than ever about her husband’s mental wellbeing. A source says, “This news has hit Wayne hard and he’s struggling with the doublewhammy of the club’s future hanging in the balance and being kept in the dark by his bosses. “His state of mind is quite dependent on his career going well and he was already finding the transition from star footballer to manager tough. So this has really pulled the rug from under him, which has left Coleen worrying he could spiral like he has done in the past.” TENSE ATMOSPHERE

The atmosphere at the club is said to be “tense”, as they could drop a league from Championship to League One, while the owners have reportedly told players their salaries will be delayed. Despite

his anger towards his bosses, Wayne last week told reporters he would stay at the club and not abandon his teammates, furiously insisting, “I grew up on a council estate in Liverpool. I know how tough life can be. What kind of person would I be if I went and laid on a beach for a few weeks?” It’s the latest bump after an already rocky start to his managerial career. The club has been plagued by financial troubles as well as off-pitch issues, including two players convicted for drink-driving in addition to scandal in Wayne’s own personal life – he had to apologise to his bosses and family after embarrassing snaps of him looking worse-for-wear in a hotel with three scantilyclad women went viral in July. After hanging up his boots last year following a 19-year career, insiders previously told Closer how mum-of-four Coleen was anxious about the effect his retirement could have on their marriage. At the time, a shocking statistic from XPRO – a charity set up to help former footballers

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– revealed that a third of players divorce within a year of ending their career, while research by FIFPro found a third of former footballers faced problems with depression and anxiety. ANGER ISSUES

Earlier this month, the former Man Utd player – who shares sons Kai, 11, Klay, eight, Kit, five, and Cass, three, with his childhood sweetheart – opened up on the Tony Bellew Is Angry podcast about how he’d suffered anger issues in the early days of his career. Recalling one incident, where he’d violently rowed with Coleen, he said, “I was in a rented house when I first signed with Man United, I was going on a night out with the lads. So, I phoned Coleen – she was in Liverpool at the time – told her I was going out and she is just constantly going on. So I’ve gone round to every door in the house and punched a hole in it, and the last one I’ve gotten to, I’ve booted it and my leg got stuck. I was standing on one leg, falling over, trying to get my leg out the door. Then [ex- teammate] Rio Ferdinand came round because he was picking me up and looks at every door with a fist in. I just thought to myself after, ‘What am I doing?’” Over the years, Wayne’s career has been blighted by scandal, which has at points left their 13-year marriage hanging by a thread – including reports he had sex with prostitutes in the early days, gambling issues and boozing. And problems in his career appear to correspond with issues in his personal life.

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Just a month after retiring from international football in August 2017, Wayne went on a boozy night out, ending in him being caught drink-driving party girl Laura Simpson’s car. Coleen took off her wedding ring and wrote a lengthy Facebook post, calling him “silly and selfish”, adding, “Yes, it has been a s**t time, and yes, time was spent apart and I thought my marriage might have been at an end... [but] I want to try and continue our marriage and live as a family.” And he’s previously admitted that “boredom” during away

games fuelled his gambling habit. He said, “With [national team] England you’re in a hotel for seven to 10 days. You get bored and do things to fill the time... gambling was one of them.” Meanwhile, Coleen is facing her own drama with her looming court battle against former pal Rebekah Vardy, 39, in their highprofile “WAGatha Christie” case, which has reportedly created tension between her and Wayne given his friendship with Rebekah’s husband, footballer Jamie, 34. And with the ongoing drama

continuing to unfold, in addition to Wayne’s woes, pals say Coleen feels an element of guilt. STRESS

The source says, “Part of Coleen feels a bit guilty about piling more stress onto Wayne’s plate with this case when he’s already at such a low ebb. “He tends to avoid a problem rather than face it head-on, which can lead to him doing something he later regrets, so she’s understandably concerned that he could slip up again and is trying to do whatever she can

to prevent that from happening. She’s desperately trying to keep up his spirits – even if it’s just cooking his favourite dinner.” Closer’s psychological therapist Emma Kenny says, “While it’s understandable Coleen is worried for Wayne, by him acknowledging their past violent row, plus his gambling and boozing, he is showing that he’s learning from his mistakes, is changing his behaviour and finding ways of handling tough situations better. All this should be a comfort for Coleen.” By Daisy McLure CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK

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Pregnant J Law hopes Adele will join the baby club! After announcing she was expecting last month, insiders say Adele’s BFF, Jennifer Lawrence, is encouraging the loved-up singer to jump on the baby train with her

ealed with a love heart emoji, Adele confirmed her relationship with new boyfriend, Rich Paul, last week – to the delight of her 40 million followers, who excitedly branded the post “hot celebrity couple alert!”

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Insiders told Closer that Adele, 32 – who shares eight-year-old son, Angelo, with ex-husband Simon Koneki – is keen to start a family with the 39-year-old sports agent,and now pals say her pregnant BFF, Jennifer Lawrence, known as J Law, has been quietly encouraging her to do it sooner rather than later. The Hello singer has been best friends with the 31-yearold actress – who last month announced she is expecting her first child with husband Cooke Maroney – since they met at the 2013 Oscars, where they both won a gong, and they now live very close to each other in Beverly Hills. A source says, “Adele has made no secret of how much she’s longing for another baby – even before meeting Rich – and she’s overjoyed to be in a happy relationship 10

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that she feels secure enough to go public with and can now think about a future that could include babies. “When Adele told Jen that her bump was making her even more broody, Jen couldn’t contain herself and excitedly started thinking about their ‘mini-mes’ becoming best friends too. “While Adele told her not to get too carried away, she admitted the idea of having children close in age made it even more enticing. She’s made it clear Rich is The One and she doesn’t want to waste any time, so Jen might not be waiting too long for her BFF joint baby dream to come true.” Last week, a report confirmed Adele was “very serious” about her new man, saying that she

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She posted this pic of Rich and her on Instagram

is thrilled to have found somebody who “really gets her” as they have had similar backgrounds – both were born to single, workingclass parents and have grafted to make their millions. They added that the pair are now LA’s top “power couple”. Since dropping 7st following the breakdown of her two-year marriage to old Etonian and businessman Simon in 2019, the notoriously private star has wowed fans with her image overhaul – wearing sexier clothes and displaying her newfound body confidence, most recently when showing off her twerking skills at a friend’s wedding alongside her boyfriend. COMPLIMENTS

The source says, “Being with Rich has given Adele a new lease of life and she’s feeling sexier and more confident than ever. Rich adores her and is constantly paying her compliments, telling her how gorgeous she is, but he says he would love her whatever size she is. “Adele completely changed her mindset to lose weight and her entire outlook when it comes to food has been overhauled, so she’s not worried

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about gaining weight when she has another baby as she has learned to control it.” In 2016, she told fans at a concert that she was longing to give Angelo a sibling, saying, “My womb is starting to ache a little bit.” On another occasion, she said, “I’m still making up for the lack of sleep [from having Angelo] but he’ll have a brother or sister at some point.” And after the Tottenham-born superstar snapped up her third mansion – worth £7.2m – next to her Beverly Hills compound earlier this year, insiders say she plans to move in her mum

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SID’S STAR-STUDDED WEDDING! ❛ADELE HAS A NEW LEASE OF LIFE AND IS FEELING SEXIER AND MORE CONFIDENT THAN EVER❜ Penny, who would be delighted to help her if she did have another baby. After giving birth to Angelo in 2012, the singer said, “No nannies. I’m going to be a hands-on mummy.” She already has a son with ex Simon, pictured here in 2016

The source adds, “Living so far away from many of her loved ones makes the prospect of having a baby more daunting, so her mum offering to temporarily move over there has given her peace of mind – especially given she is working on her big comeback. “She’ll still be flying back and forth as she shares custody of Angelo with Simon, but having that security of her mum’s presence and the added support of Jennifer to go through it together has made her really think about the idea of becoming a mum again.” By Daisy McLure

astEnders legend Sid Owen last week announced he is getting married – and Adele will be receiving an invite to the wedding. The 49 year old, who played Ricky Butcher, is engaged to sweetheart Victoria Shores, 42, and the pair are also expecting their first baby in January. Simon Koneki, Adele’s ex-husband, is a long-time friend of Sid’s and will be his best man, but the Chasing Pavements singer will also be Al Pacino and Sid in Revolution

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on the guest list. When asked if Adele would be included, Sid – who was best man at Simon and Adele’s wedding – said, “Well, she’s not with my best friend Simon any more but, of course, out of respect she will be invited. “They are actually still really good friends, they still get on well, so if she can make it, then definitely.” Also invited to the wedding is Hollywood icon Al Pacino, who Sid says once wanted to adopt him when they starred together in 1985 movie, Revolution. Sid revealed that Rocketman director Dexter Fletcher and Al had recently texted him to congratulate him.

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‘HARRY & MEGHAN ARE I VERY DANGEROUS TERRI As the Sussexes make a grand return to work, author Duncan Larcombe (left) says the Palace will be left anxious by their mini ‘royal tour’ and warns their feud is far from over

hey officially stepped away from royal life in April 2020, and have been on parental leave since the birth of their daughter Lilibet in June. But last week, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle marked their return to work with a visit to the One World Trade Center in New York City, to pay tribute during the 20th anniversary month of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. ENTOURAGE

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The couple posed and smiled for the cameras, before being greeted by the mayor of New York, Bill de Blasio, and the governor, Kathy Hochul, and shown around the memorial and museum. Later that day, Harry, 37, and Meghan, 40, met with the US ambassador at the UN headquarters, where they were said to have discussed “Covid, racial justice, and raising mental health Duncan says the royals w awareness.” ill be taken aba ck by the “to While the couple ur” – who were staying at the £1k-a-night Carlyle Hotel and were later seen out for drinks at an upmarket bar – stepped back from royal life last year, the visit, complete with photographers, security entourage and meetings with politicians, could easily have been mistaken for a royal tour. And royal expert and

biographer Duncan Larcombe – who wrote Prince Harry: The Inside Story – says that he was stunned by the scale of the couple’s visit. He says, “Harry and Meghan’s appearance at the World Trade Center really was a bombshell moment. I was totally baffled, and I suspect the royal family were, too. The event had all the hallmarks of a royal tour. Clearly, the couple are still planning on presenting themselves as people of importance. They seem to be doing the same type of work they did as royals, just on their own terms and without Harry’s family. It’s very dangerous territory. I imagine the royal family and their aides will be scratching their heads, but also fearful of what they’ll do next.” In January 2020, Harry and Meghan announced they wanted to leave the UK due to intense media scrutiny, press intrusion and “to live a more independent life as a family.” CRITICISM

But since moving to the US, the couple have started curating new high-profile careers for themselves, including multimillion pound deals with the likes of Netflix, Spotify, Apple TV and Penguin Random House. They’ve also lent their voices to social and political issues, with Harry speaking out at the Vax Live concert in June, where he urged people to get vaccinated, and Meghan launching an initiative on her 40th birthday to support women returning to the workplace following the pandemic. Meanwhile, over the past 18 months, their rumoured feud with the royal family has

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reached fever pitch – with the couple accusing Harry’s family of racism and mental health neglect in a shocking interview with TV host Oprah Winfrey in March this year. Harry also criticised his upbringing and father Prince Charles, saying in a podcast this summer that he felt “trapped”, and his upcoming memoir – said to be due for release next year – will no doubt include further bombshells. There was hope that a

reconciliation could be imminent, with Closer reporting last week that the pair were considering a trip to the UK this Christmas with Archie, two, and Lilibet, three months, to spend time with their family, including the Queen. FURY

But Duncan now says that this appearance – which he calls “a bold statement” – is yet another shot fired at the royals and is likely to leave

them furious. He adds, “Their steppingout last week will no doubt be the first of many similar appearances and visits. Harry and Meghan are setting a precedent for their new line of work, and what they have decided they will be. They essentially did a royal visit, like they used to in the UK – just on their own terms and in their own way. So it seems they have quit life in the UK to do exactly what they did here over in the States. Their visit to the memorial last week makes them the first two ‘royals’ – if they can still be considered that – to pay their respects at the 20th anniversary of 9/11. “There will no doubt be a lot of meetings at the Palace and talks over how they are going to approach Harry and Meghan’s plans. This visit was a huge two fingers up to the royal family and shows the royal feud is far from over.” By Lily Smith

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‘They had the air of a power couple, but Harry looked ill-at-ease’ Body language expert Judi James says, “It was very interesting seeing Meghan and Harry out on their first public outing since moving to America. It was a sombre occasion so it’s unsurprising there were only a few smiles for the cameras. But what struck me was, while they had the air of a power couple, Harry seemed ill-at-ease. He looked anxious and uncomfortable – which was odd because he is used to visits and appearances like this, more so than Meghan. He did anxiety

Harry fiddled with his jacket, suggesting he felt anxious

rituals, like fiddling with his jacket, and appeared to constantly turn to look at Meghan throughout the video footage. This could either have been because he was worried about Meghan, or that he was looking to her for guidance. Meghan appeared to be the one running the show, striding forward first wherever they walked. With her dark outfit, her hair pinned back and her stern expression, she looked almost like a political leader, with Harry just there to support her.”

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THE FAMILIES FACING CRISIS THIS WINTER

With soaring energy prices, cuts to Universal Credit and food shortages, many people are wondering how they’ll survive ﬁnancially this winter. Closer speaks to those already struggling, and ﬁnds out what you can do to stay out of the red...

s a single mum to two teenagers, money is tight for Kirsty Welch. But her situation is set to get even worse. The UK is currently in the grip of an energy crisis. As economies around the world reopen after Covid-19, the demand for wholesale gas has increased, causing prices to rise by a staggering 250 per cent since January, and some households could see their gas bills rise by 40 per cent.

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A shortage of HGV drivers also means there are issues with getting petrol to the pumps. The pandemic saw 40,000 driver tests cancelled, and 20,000 European drivers forced to leave the UK – and now BP and Tesco have been forced to close some stations. But despite MPs saying there is no shortage of actual fuel, last week saw people panic buying petrol, with long queues forming at stations. And other household outgoings could become more expensive, too. Two manufacturing plants that make fertiliser in the North of England have been forced to close as the gas costs to run them were too high, but these

plants also produced CO2, which is used in the production of a wide range of products, including meat, bread, fizzy drinks and beer. Tesco boss, John Allan, warned prices could go up by 5 per cent. For families like Kirsty’s, the extra costs could be catastrophic. Kirsty, 46, says, “I’m already cutting every corner I can, there’s nothing more I can shave off from my budget. I’m always in my overdraft and any price rises will cripple me.” The energy regulator, Ofgem, sets a price cap, which is reviewed every six months. As Closer goes to press, this cap is set to rise on 1 October by 12 per

Kirsty is worried how she’ll cope

pandemic payment amount. Imran Hussain, Director of Policy and Campaigns at Action for Children, told Closer, “This cut will affect six million households and 200,000 more children will be plunged into poverty – £20 is a huge amount when you’re on a low income and every penny is accounted for. And these rises in energy bills will make matters much worse. “Generally speaking, the people who are best at budgeting are those on low incomes – they manage it by shopping around. With food shortages, that isn’t an option, you have to take what’s left on the shelves. They’re going to have to rip up their carefully planned budgets and try to make the impossible possible.” Kirsty lives in Bradfield,

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cent. On top of that, as smaller energy firms collapse due to the spike in wholesale prices, their customers will be switched over to larger companies, who do not have to honour customers’ previous, cheaper deals. All this comes at the same time that Universal Credit benefits given to those who are on a low income or out of work, are set to be reduced by £20 a week – a return to the pre-

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in Essex, with Celtic, 17, and Conwy, 13, and works for a photography company. She says, “I used to be financially comfortable, but when my husband left five years ago, that changed. Now, if I’m the only one in the house, I’ll turn off the heating, and I’ll skip meals to make sure the kids can eat. “I have a maximum of £40 a week to spend on food. And there’s currently far less choice on the shelves so I’m having to be extra careful.” And with news of higher energy bills, Kirsty is trying to find new ways to cut back. She says, “I haven’t chased up my energy provider yet to find out what’s going on, as I’m so scared of what they might say. “I’m having sleepless nights about being able to pay my bills. I feel so hopeless.” UNEXPECTED

Senior nurse Lily Jones*, is also feeling the pinch. She’s a single mum to two daughters, aged 11 and eight. She lives in rented accommodation and has had to claim Universal Credit since splitting from her partner in 2018. She tells Closer, “Not a month goes by when I don’t have to ask my mum to borrow money just to put fuel in the car to get to work or meet an unexpected cost. Last month, I had to pay my nursing subscription of £120, which

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‘Be kind to yourself during these uncertain times’ Psychological therapist Emma Kenny says, “Life as we know it was turned upside down due to the pandemic, and many of us experienced either primary trauma – such as losing a loved one – or secondary trauma – regularly hearing about bad news, such as on TV. And now, when we see headlines full of doom and gloom, we become retraumatised, and it triggers feelings of depression, anger

you have to have to practice as a nurse. If it wasn’t for my parents giving me that emergency money, I don’t know what I’d do. “I’m in arrears for all my energy bills, despite always heating the home sensibly. If the girls are away with their dad, I’ll put on extra clothes.” And now Lily is facing the extra cut from her Universal Credit. She says, “When the £80 a month is taken away, I face the very real prospect that I’ll have to go to a food bank or skip meals to feed the girls. “As it is, there are days when I just have a bowl of cereal all day. But there are so many others like me in the caring profession who smile at their patients while secretly worrying about how they’ll pay their bills or when they might get a visit from the bailiffs.” By Mel Fallowfield and Kristina Beanland l For help and more information, go to actionforchildren.org.uk

and anxiety. But while we can’t control what goes on in the world, we can control how we react to it. Dedicate 20 minutes a day to read the news, so you can stay informed, but delete apps from your phone, and avoid watching 24-hour news channels. Take steps to reduce your anxiety – meditate, exercise and spend time with friends. Be kind to yourself during these uncertain times.”

MONEY EXPERT: ‘DON’T PANIC – THERE’S HELP OUT THERE!’ Financial journalist and money expert Jasmine Birtles shares her advice on navigating the rise in outgoings, and how you can save – and make – money. She says, “When it comes to gas bills, remember your supply will never be cut off. If your provider folds, you will automatically be switched to a larger company, and any credit on your account will be transferred over. It is likely that your bills will be higher, but higher gas prices are temporary – many experts predict this won’t last forever. “There are also ways to save on bills. Turn off the heating at night, and wear extra layers. You can also put foil behind radiators to help the heat reflect back into the room, and put cling film on windows to reduce heat loss. If you have any draughts, find something to seal them with – old towels

will do. When it comes to food, consider going veggie, and batch-cook from scratch. Bulk up meals with cheap lentils and pulses. “Remember, there are lots of ways to make money. Delivery companies, such as Amazon, are always in need of drivers, and the hours are flexible. You can also take part in focus groups, which can pay around £100 each. Mystery shopping is a great way to earn cash and get freebies, too. And if you have a special talent – perhaps you’re arty, or great at making clothes – set up an Etsy shop for free and sell your items online. “Ensure you’re getting all the benefits you’re entitled to. Turn2us.org has a benefits calculator that can help you with this. There are also lots of charitable grants across the country – many of which

are not well-known – that will give money to those who are eligible. Turn2Us also has a grants search that will show you available grants in your local area. “It’s always worth going to your local council’s social care department and explaining your situation, as some have welfare assistance programmes – providing vouchers for food and household appliances – as well as loans, and older people can contact charities such as Age UK. It’s important to remember not to panic. There is help out there.” ● For more information on how to save and make money visit moneymagpie.com. For information and advice on how to urgently improve your financial situation, visit stepchange.org and communitymoneyadvice.com.

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Ronaldo’s WAG Georgina ‘snubs’ being a Real Housewife Sources say footballer Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez prefers quiet nights in and takeaways to a life in the spotlight with the Cheshire WAG set – leaving TV bosses dismayed

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Cristiano, Georgina and their children

knit. Since Georgina arrived in Cheshire, the WAGs have invited her to lots of events and are ready to welcome her with open arms. She’s the richest and most highprofile WAG in the world so she’d be a great addition to their circle. NETFLIX & TAKEAWAYS

“But being part of the WAG set isn’t Georgina’s style and it never has been. If she does go out for a meal, it’ll be with Cristiano and the children, not at a fancy bar with girlfriends. Most of the time, she prefers Netflix and a takeaway to being in a posh restaurant. If she goes to a match, she normally keeps to herself, just focuses on watching Cristiano play, and meets up with him after.” Georgina’s lifestyle now is a world away from her childhood, having grown up in a workingclass family in the small village

of Jaca in Spain. She left home at 15, earning just £250 a week as a shop worker while sharing a cramped house with five people. LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT

After learning English in Spain, she moved to the UK to work as an au pair in Bristol, earning £9.50 an hour. She then moved back to Madrid and became a sales assistant at Gucci. In 2016, she met Cristiano, 36, when he walked into the shop. She said of their meeting, “Our first meeting was at Gucci... Days later, we saw each other again at another brand’s event. It was then that we could talk in a relaxed atmosphere, outside my work environment. It was love at first sight for both.” But despite dating a multimillionaire, Georgina has said she’s keen to stay grounded and

be financially stable in her own right. While Cristiano played for Italian team Juventus, she did a financial accounting course, saying she wanted a career. She said, “I loved earning money for myself and never let myself be helped. If I can buy something not too expensive, I do. If I can’t wear Chanel, I buy Zara.” And sources say that ITV was keen to snap Georgina up for hit show Real Housewives Of Cheshire – but she isn’t interested in a life in the spotlight. The source adds, “Georgina would be perfect for Real Housewives – she has an amazing lifestyle, is beautiful and has a fascinating rags-to-riches story. But she’s not interested. She likes keeping a low profile and staying true to herself, and doesn’t want to be a reality star.” By Lily Smith CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK

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ans were delighted when football legend Cristiano Ronaldo signed for Manchester United over the summer. And his transfer has meant that his partner, Georgina Rodriguez, and their family have moved from Turin, Italy, to start a new life in Cheshire. The couple – worth £300m – moved into a £6m mansion in Alderley Edge with their daughter Alana, two, and Cristiano’s three children from previous relationships, Cristiano Jr, 10, and twins Eva and Mateo, three. They have reportedly now moved to another property nearby due to privacy and noise issues. The arrival of Georgina, 27, will have no doubt excited the local WAG circle, including Real Housewives Of Cheshire stars Tanya Bardsley – married to Phil Bardsley, who plays for Burnley – and Dawn Ward, married to former Manchester United player, Ashley Ward. But sources tell Closer that the WAGs have been left disappointed as the family have kept to themselves and are preferring a quiet life rather than one in the spotlight. The source says, “The wives and girlfriends of the City and United players are very close

MEGAN:

‘I’m still looking for love – but no one’s slid into my DMs!’ After failing to ﬁnd her Mr Right on Married At First Sight, Megan Wolfe exclusively tells Closer she’s not giving up on romance

he was one of Married At First Sight UK’s most controversial figures, causing shockwaves with an illicit kiss with someone else’s “husband”. But now Megan Wolfe tells Closer that viewers weren’t shown the whole story. The wellness coach and budding actress, 26, was partnered with business protection specialist Bob Voysey. But after lamenting about her lack of attraction to him, she secretly shared a snog with personal trainer Jordon Mundell, who was “married” to model Alexis Conomou.

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The kiss caused chaos among the cast and many viewers expressed sympathy for Bob, who was seen breaking down at the subsequent commitment ceremony. Later in the series, other cast members expressed their shock and disapproval over how Megan had barely apologised and warned Bob “not to be a doormat”. But now Megan says that things weren’t quite as they seemed. She says, “It was just one drunken kiss – me and Jordon have not spoken since and I don’t plan to speak to him. “I definitely regret that situation – firstly, because Jordon and I wouldn’t have worked together anyway, and secondly, because of the pain it caused Alexis and Bob. I apologised a lot to Alexis, but that wasn’t shown. “There’s a lot that viewers didn’t see. Bob and I got on really well, although it didn’t seem that way. I spent a lot of time with him, working with him to improve his confidence – that’s part of what I do as a wellness coach. He came out a lot more confident than when he went in. I did 18

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Jordon “cheated” on Alexis with Megan

nothing but tell him how amazing he was, but no one saw that.” Megan says she applied for MAFS because she has never had a boyfriend and wanted to find the “absolute love” of her life, describing her type as “big and muscly”. However, she was disappointed as romance failed to blossom with extrovert Bob and the pair left the show as just friends. But Megan says that the show hasn’t put her off love – although she hasn’t had any date requests from fans so far. She says, “The experiment has taught me that I’m going to have to learn to compromise and that relationships aren’t easy. But I’m not put off – I’ll be a hopeless romantic for the rest of my life. The show has given me a much clearer vision of exactly what my life partner will look like. It’s someone similar to Bob, but who has down time and is a bit more like me.

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“I’m definitely looking for love, but I’ve had not one person slide into my DMs [direct messages]! My inbox has been as dry as the Sahara – it’s pretty sad, really.” Thanks to the success of MAFS, Megan’s Instagram following has skyrocketed from 534 followers when she started to 45,000 now. Stars of other reality shows like Love Island and TOWIE have gone on to have successful careers, as well as totally overhaul their looks with surgery and fillers. STAYING GROUNDED But Megan says she’s determined to stay grounded and isn’t keen to go under the knife any time soon. She says, “I’d consider surgery if something was making me miserable and if it would improve my mental wellbeing. In that case, I don’t see anything wrong with it, but at the minute there’s nothing I’d want to change. “My experience on Married At First Sight was crazy – there were so many highs and lows. But it hasn’t put me off wanting to work in television. I’d love to move into presenting. I couldn’t do Love Island – I can’t think of anything worse, as I think I’d be possessive over my man. I think I’ll steer clear of reality TV in the future.” By Yasmin Thomas

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‘WE’D OFTEN HAVE TO REPEAT THINGS’ If the camera operator didn’t get the right shot, we’d have to do it again. For example, I walked down the staircase in my wedding dress four times!

Megan and Bob at their wedding

‘IT WASN’T ALL DRAMA’ It appeared that Alexis and I hated each other, but we really didn’t. We got on really well – she spent so much time in my apartment with me. She’s a total queen!

‘I’ll steer clear of reality TV in future!’

‘IT TAKES HOURS TO FILM’ It was endless! Filming could go into the early hours of the morning. But there were lots of breaks throughout the day and it was really fun.

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WHY IT’S SO IMPORTANT JULIA HAS SPOKEN OUT Last week, TV presenter Julia Bradbury, 51, revealed the devastating news that she’s been diagnosed with breast cancer, and will undergo a mastectomy next month to remove a 6cm tumour from her left breast. The fit and active Countryfile presenter, who was diagnosed in July and has three young children, said, “We all live in hope of a peaceful end in our beds, having had children and grandchildren, or having fulfilled whatever mission in life we choose. But the word cancer is so ugly it makes you think of the most unimaginably horrible death. That’s the reality of it.” She first discovered a lump – which was later found to be a benign cluster of cysts – on her breast last year. A follow-up appointment and a mammogram shortly before she was due to go on a family holiday this year led to her frightening diagnosis. Breaking down in tears during an appearance on Women’s Hour last week, Julia said, “I felt sadness and fear because

everything changes so quickly. The first thing I thought about was my children.” Revealing how she and her partner Gerard shared the diagnosis with their children – Zeph, 10, and six-year-old twins Zena and Xanthe – Julia describes the heartbreaking moment as “the hardest conversation I’ve ever had to have in my life”. “One of my little girls said, ‘Can I still hug you Mummy?’ I said, ‘Of course you can, I’ll need your hugs more than ever’,” she shared. Celebrities including Victoria Derbyshire, Paddy McGuinness, Phillip Schofield, Julia’s co-star Matt Baker and TV host Lorraine Kelly, among many others, have offered their support to the much-loved presenter. Here, Loose Women presenter Carol McGiffin, 61 – who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014 and underwent a mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiotherapy – shares her own experience with Closer...

‘It’ll make others going through the same feel less alone’ V presenter Carol says, “When you get diagnosed with cancer, understandably the most prominent feeling is fear – even going to the doctor just in case it turns out to be dreaded cancer is terrifying. “But it’s important to

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remember that breast cancer is one of the most survivable cancers if it’s caught early enough. There are so many treatments out there, but that’s why it’s vital for women to check themselves regularly and not be put off from going to their doctor because of the fear. “I kind of thought cancer

wouldn’t happen to me. I never thought it wouldn’t be cancer when I found the lump – I knew it would be – but I also had always thought, ‘That’s something that other women go through’. WORRY

The other thing that hurt me was telling other people. I’m no good with sympathy so I only told a small amount of people what I was going through. I didn’t want to be out and about and someone give me that face that people give you when you have cancer – it’s a sad face. “I had a mastectomy and, for me personally at the time, I also didn’t see it as a big deal

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because at least it was getting rid of the cancer. I didn’t think about whether it would make me less of a woman. I might still only have one boob but I’ve learned to live with it, even though I hate it. The only thing that really bothers me about them now is the asymmetry. I know keep She wore hats to it sounds silly but, her hair arm after losing w in a way, I’d rather have the other one myself from the horror removed, too. of watching my hair fall out. “For a lot of women, losing I wore a hat most of the time their hair is a massive worry because, after losing my hair, because they feel they’ll lose my head was so cold. their femininity, sexuality and identity. When I knew it was going to happen to me, I said STAYING STRONG to my husband, Mark [Cassidy, For anyone suffering, like 37], ‘Right, we are going to get Julia and other women, I’d say this off – we’re not going to see humour is key to getting through this happen’. I wanted to save it and coming out strong the

Husband Mark kept her going with humour

other end. Mark used to make me laugh a lot by wearing my wigs. It’s a terrible thing but if you want to carry on, it helps so much keeping up your spirits. Don’t ever think, ‘Poor me, why me?’ Instead, change your mindset to think, ‘I will get through this’. “Everyone feels differently

about sharing their diagnosis. I didn’t want to speak about it and I know initially [late singer] Sarah Harding wanted to keep it private. But it’s so important when people in the public eye speak about it because it can help others so much, even if it just makes them feel they’re not alone and they have support. “I am sure Julia also feels it is important to speak out, because she couldn’t be healthier so, without scaremongering, it proves it could happen to anyone – even men get breast cancer. That’s why, although you can’t live your life in fear, it could save your life if you check at least once a month, if not once a week.” FOR DR C’S ADVICE AND MORE INFORMATION ON BREAST CANCER AWARENESS, TURN TO PAGE 48

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The couple attended a red carpet together

iam Payne and Maya Henry made their reunion official last week as they returned to the red carpet together at a London Fashion Week party – four months after their brief split. And despite the Texan-born model, 21, not wearing the £3m engagement ring that the 1D star, 28, proposed with last year, the couple reportedly have quietly set a date to marry in the south of France next summer. The source says, “Part of Liam and Maya’s reunion was based on Liam

proving his commitment to Maya and putting actions behind his words. “During their ‘make-or-break’ holiday to St Tropez earlier in August – two months after they ended their 10-month engagement – Liam popped the question again. They instantly decided it would be the perfect spot to get married, given it’s where their fresh start truly began. “They have fallen in love with a 19th-century ‘fairy-tale castle’, which will also give them enough privacy – something that is important to Maya.” One of the first people Liam broke the news to was his ex-girlfriend Cheryl – with whom he shares four-year-old son Bear – and insisted they wanted her at the ceremony, especially as they would like Bear to be page boy. The source adds, “While Cheryl

MEL’S HUNK ARRIVES IN TOWN! They enjoyed a six-day holiday romance in Venice last October, and Mel Sykes proved she is very much still with her gondolier toyboy as he visited her in London last week. The TV host, 51, and Italian Riccardo Simionato, 24, looked happy during an afternoon stroll in the capital, holding hands and stopping for a cuddle. The pair met last year when Melanie and a friend took a trip on Riccardo’s gondola. She tagged him in a post on Instagram and referred to him as her “amore”. Last year, Mel – who is mum to Roman, 18, and Valentino, 16, whom she shares with

ex-husband Daniel Caltagirone – slammed British men for having “limited vocabulary when talking about, and to, women”. She added, “I would love to find a good man to share my life with romantically. Sadly, in all realms of life, most, not all, but most men are pretty basic and disappointing.” After her divorce from Daniel in 2009, Mel married roofer Jack Cockings – whom she met on Twitter – in 2013, when he was 26. Seven months later, she filed for divorce, admitting she married “the wrong person”. Last year, she dated comedian Steve Coogan for six months.

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out of performing at Birmingham Pride at the weekend as she grieves for former bandmate Sarah Harding – had enjoyed a series of cosy sleepovers and movie nights with Liam in recent months. Liam’s brief split from Maya was said to be partly rooted in her insecurities over his close bond with Cheryl, after the Strip That Down singer gushed about how he was “closer than ever” to her.

PRINCESS BEATRICE WELCOMES A GIRL The royal family rushed to congratulate Princess Beatrice, 33, and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 38, on the birth of their first child together last week. The baby girl, whose name had not been made public as Closer went to press, will be given the Italian title of Nobile Donna, which translates to noble woman. The title comes from Edoardo – also father to Christopher Woolf, five, from a previous relationship – whose official title is Count. Beatrice’s younger sister Princess Eugenie, 31 – who also gave birth to her first child, son August, earlier this year with husband Jack Brooksbank, 35 – wrote on Instagram, “We’re going to have so much fun watching our children grow up. To my new niece... we’re going to have so much fun together.”

However, as Closer went to press, it’s believed Beatrice’s father Prince Andrew had yet to meet his granddaughter, as he remained in Balmoral with the Queen. Andrew, 61, retreated to the estate days before the first hearing into a US sexual assault claim brought against him by Virginia Roberts Giuffre.

DANI ‘VIOLATED’ BY SPYING EX Three months after Sammy Kimmence was sentenced to prison, Dani Dyer has reportedly moved on – but believes her ex has been spying on her. Sammy, 25, allegedly asked a friend to “keep an eye” on Dani, also 25, while he serves time behind bars for scamming pensioners out of £34,000, after he became “enraged” by her close friendship with West Ham player Jarrod Bowen. It’s alleged he told a friend over the phone that he was “not happy” about their closeness. The incident is said to have left the former Love Islander feeling “afraid”. Dani, 25, said of the ordeal, “After all the awful things he did came out in court and we split up, I thought I could start to move on with my life with little Santi. But this is just really horrible and scary. I have been left feeling furious, afraid and violated.”

The reality star, and daughter of EastEnders actor Danny, is currently raising their ninemonth-old son Santiago alone after cutting ties with Sammy following his sentencing to 42 months in prison in July . She claims she was blindsided by her thenboyfriend, who downplayed the severity of his crimes. She had been dating the conman prior to winning Love Island in 2018 alongside ex Jack Fincham, and rekindled their romance six months after the show ended. Dani and ex Sammy in 2019

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was a little taken aback – given how awkward that might be for Maya – he insisted it was only right and that she is welcome to bring a plus-one so she didn’t feel uncomfortable. Liam also joked that his mum and dad wouldn’t come if she wasn’t there, which made her chuckle, but the news left her feeling rattled and overcome with emotion.” As Closer previously reported, Cheryl – who pulled

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CHANELLE:

‘My weight loss is mind blowing!’

A year on from her gastric band surgery, Chanelle Hayes tells fans how she’s managed to stay motivated as she shows off her new body

he’s wowed fans with her amazing 8st weight loss and body transformation – and now, 12 months on, reality star Chanelle Hayes has revealed just how far she’s come. The mum-of-two proved she’s still thriving on her fitness journey and looked happier and healthier than ever as she posted a series of pictures to her Instagram, holding up the tracksuit bottoms she’d worn the day she got her life-changing gastric sleeve surgery to highlight her impressive weight loss. Chanelle, 34, vowed to take control of her weight once and for all last year when, having reached a size 18 after overeating during the first UK lockdown, she opted to have a gastric band – fitted through

Tonic Weight Loss Surgery – to reduce the capacity of her stomach, aiding her long-term shape-up. She’s since dropped to a size 8-10 and, alongside her recent post, admitted that she uses old clothes to keep her motivated, saying, “I kept [the trousers]

She was a size 18 at her largest

regularly pictured out walking with her kids during the second lockdown, keeping active through lowimpact and regular exercise. Chanelle’s transformation comes after years of battling her weight. She came into the spotlight as a tiny size 6 model on Big Brother in 2007, but her weight fluctuated to extremes over the following years, with her later admitting the Showing off how pressure to stay slim and far she’s come yo-yo diets contributed to a unhealthy relationship But later that year, doctors with food. warned that her weight gain She was a size 16 after giving could result in joint problems birth to first son Blakely, 11, with her ex, footballer Matthew or diabetes later down the line. It prompted the star to Bates. She then dropped four take action, and in 2019, she dress sizes and went from a size vowed to make 2020 her “year 16 to a size 8 in 2014 – but later of health” to take control of her revealed that her efforts were weight once and for all. unhealthy, saying she “starved” She said at the time, “My herself and was left with hair weight has always gone up and loss so bad that she had a hair down, but I want long-lasting transplant in 2019. results, not just a quick-fix.” Her weight then crept up After struggling with being to a size 18 in 2018, after she stuck at home in the first had second son Frankie, now lockdown last March, Chanelle three, whom she shares with said her weight-loss drive her ex-boyfriend, PE teacher had faltered due to “boredom Ryan Oates.

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to compare a year on and it is completely mind-blowing for me to actually see the difference.” GNAWING HUNGER

The former Big Brother star has kept fans updated on her health progress over the past year, sharing pictures of her meals, which include high-protein salads and lots of vegetables. She recently shared photos of her daily food intake, writing, “Before, I would have eaten all the above and so much more. But I feel satiated and full after such small amounts now, I never feel like I’m missing out because that gnawing hunger of being on a diet isn’t there.” Along with changing her diet, Chanelle has overhauled her exercise routine. She was

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Posing here with a pal on Instagram, Chantelle says she’s gained 3st

Leaving CBB in 2006

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baking” – posting regular pictures of unhealthy treats she’d made such as cookies, and admitting she just “sat on the sofa” all day. FINDING LOVE

So, last year, Chanelle opted for the surgery, which she’s now hailed as “the best decision [she’s] ever made.” As well as finding a new balance in her life and happiness with her health, Chanelle has also found love, after years of roller-coaster relationships. She’s now happily loved-

up with accountant Dan Bingham, who she began dating last December. And after numerous relationships lived in the public eye, Chanelle now keeps her romance with Dan private, only sharing snippets of their life together on social media. Expressing her contentment with life right now, Chanelle wrote on Instagram earlier this month, “I’m not happy every day, I have bad moods and negative days. But I am the most content with myself I have ever been in my life.” By Yasmin Thomas

he’s battled her weight over the years, fluctuating between a size 8 and a size 16. And now Chantelle Houghton has vowed to get back into shape after gaining 3st. The Celebrity Big Brother star, 37 – who is mum to Dolly, nine, with ex Alex Reid – said that eating unhealthy takeaways in lockdown meant she’d put on weight. She said in an interview, “I’ve put on about 3st since the start of the pandemic, mainly on my tummy. It just crept up and up and I’m now the heaviest I’ve ever been.” She later shared a photo of herself in workout gear on Instagram holding a healthy-looking meal plan box, telling her followers, “I can’t wait to take you all on this journey with me”. Chantelle – who rose to fame on CBB in 2006, where she met Ordinary Boys singer Preston, who she briefly married – also revealed

She’s split from fiancé Michael

last week that she and fiancé Michael Strutt have split after just over a year together. She said, “With lockdown, we moved in together really quickly. That put a lot of pressure on things.” Michael popped the question in April 2020 after three months of dating, however things quickly soured as Covid restrictions eased.

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‘We almost died on our first date – our baby is a blessing’ Chantal Monfort was thrilled to meet her dream man, Austin, at a Las Vegas music festival, until they were caught up in a bloodbath… hen Chantal Monfort looks at her threeweek-old baby, it confirms her belief that amazing things can still happen after tragedy. And that’s why she called her daughter Addison Hope, after she was born just days before the fourth anniversary of America’s worst mass shooting. The horror unfolded at a country music festival in Las Vegas on 1 October 2017, where Chantal and now husband Austin Monfort had been enjoying their first date. They were lucky to escape with their lives after crazed gunman Stephen Paddock began firing randomly into the

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Thousands of people were caught up in the horror

crowd, killing 60 people and wounding hundreds of others. Chantal, 31, who works in customer services and lives in San Diego with Austin, 26, a metal fabricator, says, “We always knew that when we had a baby, we’d use the name Hope as it ties in with our love story. “She’s proof that even if you go through a tragedy like we did, you can take a positive road and live a good life for the people who didn’t have a chance to. FLASHBACKS

“But being a mum has heightened my anxiety. I worry about anything bad happening to her. Although I don’t suffer from flashbacks or PTSD normally, when some fireworks

It was the worst shooting in America’s history

went off one evening when we’d just brought her home from hospital, it took me right back to that night.” Chantal and Austin had met the night before the horrific shooting while they were both attending the Route 91 Harvest three-day music festival on the Las Vegas strip in Nevada. She remembers, “We met in a bar inside the festival and clicked straight away. We talked for hours that night and there was a strong connection. I didn’t think anything would come of it because he lived in California and I lived in Canada, but it was fun and at the end of the night we swapped numbers.” The following day, Chantal’s friends wanted to go shopping Gunman Stephen Paddock killed 60 people

rather than to the festival, so she messaged Austin asking if he wanted to meet up that afternoon. She recalls, “We managed to get a good spot with a great view of the stage. The festival was set up in front of one of Vegas’ grandest hotels – the Mandalay Bay hotel. CHAOS

“As one of my favourite singers, Jason Aldean, finished his set, the sound of fireworks filled the air. But suddenly I realised that even though I could hear the fireworks, I couldn’t see them. Confused, I looked around and, to my horror, people around me started to fall to the ground. It dawned on me that it wasn’t fireworks but gun shots. “Austin grabbed my hand and pulled me to the ground. We stayed as flat as we could, but as bullets flew around me, I knew we had to move. People screamed as they tried to escape the chaos. Around me people were running for their lives, and I could hear bullets hitting the ground. “Whenever there was a break in the firing, we ran as far as

REAL LIFE e-week-old With their thre on Hope daughter, Addis

❛WHENEVER THERE WAS A BREAK IN FIRING, WE RAN AS FAR AS WE COULD BEFORE THE NEXT SHOTS❜ we could before the next shots were fired. I remember Austin saying, ‘We’re running until we get out of here.’ Then he kissed me, and we ran again. I followed Austin, trying not to look at the motionless bodies lying on the ground around us.” The couple had been caught up in the worst shooting in America’s history. Gunman Paddock, 64, had locked himself in his room on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort, before smashing a window and spraying the 22,000-strong festival crowd with more than 1,000 shots over a 15-minute period. He’d modified his weapons so they fired at machine gun speed and had such a long range that the dead and injured were spread across four miles. When security officers and police cornered Paddock in his hotel room, he turned the gun on himself. Horrified

officers found at least 23 weapons inside the hotel room as well as ammonium nitrate, a chemical component used in homemade bombs found in Paddock’s car nearby. Later, at his home, officers discovered explosives, another 19 guns and thousands of rounds of ammunition. But there was no explanation for his monstrous actions. TERRIFYING

After making their miraculous escape, Chantal and Austin managed to get onto a street and into a taxi with a badlyinjured woman. Chantal remembers, “It felt like forever running through the carnage, it was terrifying. We were about to get into a taxi when a woman ran towards us, covered in blood, clutching her stomach. She jumped in with us as I yelled at the driver to take us to the nearest hospital.

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“She was a nurse who’d been shot in the leg and stomach. When we arrived, we helped her into the emergency room and Austin and I sat together in the waiting room as we tried to work out what to do next. Then the hospital was placed on lockdown, which meant we couldn’t leave. Security officers explained it was because no one knew if there were more gunmen on the prowl. I felt like we were in the middle of a horror film. The hospital floor and the bathrooms were covered in blood. I’d never seen anything like it.” The following morning they were able to return to Chantal’s hotel. But then the couple had to part as she was going back to Canada on a pre-booked flight. She recalls, “It was heartbreaking to leave after such an intense 24 hours with Austin, but he promised to visit

me. We FaceTimed every day. He was the only person who understood the trauma I’d been through and we looked after each other. We didn’t have any counselling as we had each other.” Six weeks later Austin visited her, and the couple began a long-distance relationship. She says, “Despite the distance between us, I loved him and was willing to make it work.” Then, in March 2019, after 18 months together, Austin proposed to Chantal while they were on a trip to the beach. She says, “He got down on one knee, reached inside his cowboy boot for a ring and asked me to marry him. I said yes immediately and we celebrated with dinner and cocktails. I was overwhelmed that something so amazing had come out of that terrible night.” STRONGER

In October 2019, Chantal decided to move from Canada to San Diego to be with Austin and, a month later, they had a small civil wedding. Then, on 13 September this year, after an easy pregnancy and labour, Chantal gave birth to Addison Hope, weighing 7lbs 11oz. Chantal says, “We’re all doing amazingly well, Austin and I are so in love with her. And our relationship is stronger than ever. Austin saved my life and, since then, we’ve seen each other through the tragedy. Nearly dying on our first date has bonded us forever. We’re best friends. I feel so lucky to have him by our side. “Addison Hope is a blessing and a reminder to live our lives to the fullest, as Austin and I know only too well that it can be taken from you in a second.” By Kate Graham and By Mel Fallowfield ● Follow the couple of Instagram @ tragedytolove

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‘We’ve postponed our wedding – we’re taking our time’ Former TV presenter Anthea Turner tells Closer why her big day is on hold, and shares her secrets to looking young eeks after getting engaged last year, Anthea Turner, 61, told Closer she and fiancé Mark Armstrong, 56, were planning to tie the knot this September. But speaking at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show last week, Anthea now says she’s had to delay her wedding due to Covid complications. Anthea, 61, says, “We’ve postponed our wedding – we’ve decided we’re not getting married until everything’s sorted itself out. What’s the point? People have had to change their wedding dates twice or three times. We just thought we’d wait. We haven’t sorted bridesmaids or got anywhere near that sort of thing yet. We’re taking our time.” Anthea rose to fame in 1988 as host of Top Of The Pops in her twenties, and went on to host Blue Peter for two years. She presented GMTV during the ’90s, but left after reportedly falling out with co-presenter Eamonn Holmes. But it’s her personal life that has made headlines over the years. She left her partner of eight years, DJ Bruno Brookes, for her manager Peter Powell in the early ’90s, and they later married. Eight years later, she split with Peter and moved in with businessman Grant Bovey – who left his wife for her.

keeping active and disciplined. She says, “You get to an age where you say ‘no’ to things – saying ‘no’ is very important! Like, ‘No, I won’t have that extra portion or extra piece of chocolate’. I’m a size 8, sometimes a 10. I also don’t lay out in the sun without wearing factor 50. THE POWER OF WALKING

“Moving and exercise are also key. We’re built to move. I do the ‘Alexander technique’, it’s something I learned a few years ago. It’s about moving correctly. It says it’s more important how you move every day, rather than for two hours in a gym. If you walk a lot and with correct posture, you tone your body. I haven’t got the time to spend two hours in a gym – so I just walk, but properly.” Last year, fans cheered on Anthea during her time on Celeb SAS: Who Dares Wins – but when asked whether she’d be doing any more reality shows, she laughs. She says, “I won’t do any more – I’m A Celeb! and Strictly would frighten the life out of me, honestly! They just aren’t for me. But I’m really excited about Strictly coming back. I adore [journalist] Dan Walker – he’s a good friend and the loveliest guy. I’m backing him to win the glitterball!” By Katie Banks

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She became stepmum to his three daughters when they married in 2000, but the couple were unable to have children together despite several rounds of IVF. Grant and Anthea split in 2012 after Grant admitted to an extramarital affair, and divorced in 2015. She began dating Mark in 2020, after meeting him at a private members’ club in 2019. But despite her roller-coaster love life, Anthea looks just as youthful and radiant as she did when she was first thrown into the spotlight in her late twenties. And she says her secret to looking and feeling young is

Anthea reportedly fell out with Eamonn

She and fiancé Mark will wait to marry

She and Grant Bovey divorced in 2015

With first husband Peter Powell

LINDA’S HE ‘DEFORMED S

Linda modelling Ralph Lauren in 1996

Emma: ‘It’ll be hard, but she can move forward’

Closer’s psychological therapist Emma Kenny says, “A change in your outward appearance often not only has a physical impact, but a psychological one, too. For someone like Linda, a large part of her self-worth will have been based on her appearance. Her looks have been the source of major achievements and crucial to her business and identity, so for those looks to be distorted, changed or lost will cause massive trauma. It may seem difficult for Linda to no longer place so much value on appearance, but that’s what she must do. She has to let go of the past. She can celebrate her achievements and past, but ensure she doesn’t judge herself on how she used to look. It may be hard, but she can accept it, move forward, and learn to love herself again.”

he was one of the most iconic faces on the fashion scene in the ’80s and ’90s, gracing the covers of over 700 magazines around the world and spearheading the “supermodel” genre. But last week, Linda Evangelista revealed her life and career had been torn apart by a botched cosmetic procedure, which she says has left her “deformed”, “depressed” and feeling like a “recluse”. Linda, 56, posted an emotional statement to her Instagram – on which she has mainly posted throwback images – revealing her changed appearance and claiming it was the result of a botched fat-freezing procedure. Writing on social media, she posted, “To my followers who have wondered why I have not been working while my peers’ careers have been thriving, the reason is that I was brutally disfigured by Zeltig’s CoolSculpting procedure, which did the opposite of what it promised. It increased, not decreased, my fat cells and left me permanently deformed.” Linda then revealed she was suing Zeltig Aesthetics, who curated the treatment, with reports claiming she was seeking £36m in damages. As Closer went to press, Zeltig Aesthetics had not issued a public statement, nor responded to Closer’s requests for comment.

Linda was first scouted as a model at 16, and quickly became world famous, working with prestigious fashion brands including Chanel, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana. She’s previously revealed she’s had Botox, fillers and laser treatments and, in 2014, said, “While I am happy to get older, I still want to look good. I don’t want to look younger, just good.” She underwent CoolSculpting – also known as cryolipolysis – two years later. The procedure is a non-surgical fat reduction treatment that uses precisely controlled cooling to target and destroy stubborn fat cells. But Linda claims she developed paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH), a rare side effect which sees an overgrowth of fat cells rather than a reduction. After 2016, Linda made significantly fewer public appearances, stopped modelling, shunned showbiz events and only posted a few photos taken of herself since 2016 on Instagram. She said that was because PAH “not only destroyed my livelihood, it has sent me into a cycle of deep depression, profound sadness, and the lowest depths of self-loathing... I have become a recluse.” Her supermodel pals have rallied around her, with Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Helena Christensen and Cindy Crawford showing their support for Linda on her post. Closer takes a look at what the supermodels are up to now, and what cosmetic procedures they’ve had since their heyday...

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ARTACHE OVER HER ’ LOOKS Cindy at NYC Fashion Week in 1991...

Helena walking the runway in 1995...

...and at Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty show last week

CINDY CRAWFORD American beauty Cindy has been on the cover of Vogue over 50 times – recently with model daughter Kaia, 20. Cindy, 55 – also mum to son Presley, 22 – has always been transparent about the work she’s had, such as Botox and fillers. She said in 2006, “I’m not going to lie to myself. Past a certain age, creams work on the texture of your skin, but... I depend on nutrient infusions, Botox and collagen.”

...and posing in lingerie a few weeks ago

HELENA CHRISTENSEN Danish Helena is as busy today as she was in her 20s. She’s currently the face of luxury lingerie brand Coco du Mer, and as one fan commented, “She looks incredible – she could easily pass for 35!” But mum-of-one Helena, 52, has said she has shunned plastic surgery for a fear of ruining her looks. She said in 2013, “There’s a fine line between it looking all right and looking freaky. That’s what holds me back.”

Christy strutting her stuff in 1992...

Naomi modelling a Hermes swimsuit in 1996...

...and pictured this year

CHRISTY TURLINGTON Described by many as “the most beautiful woman in the world”, American Christy, 52, seems to have defied time. The model – who shares two kids with actor husband Edward Burns – says she has never had Botox or fillers and wants to age gracefully. She said in 2016, “It’s good that people close to me see I’m relaxed and OK about ageing, not neurotic or worried about it.”

...and posing on Instagram recently

NAOMI CAMPBELL She’s one of the most famous supermodels ever and, 30 years on from the peak of her career as one of the most in-demand models in the world, Naomi Campbell looks just as gorgeous at 51. The London-born star denounced plastic surgery, saying she’d only go under the knife if it was a “surgical emergency”, and, when asked what her secret was, she replied, “my green juice”.

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Strictly’s back, and there’s already drama! trictly Come Dancing has now kicked off, and I couldn’t be happier! I’m a huge fan. I love watching the show with my family – my husband David and my two sons Louis [12], and Max [10]. But the show has been hit with controversy after it emerged that a number of the professional dancers have refused to get the Covid-19 vaccine, putting the show into jeopardy as some of the celebrities aren’t happy with it. I think this is such a shame. Although I’ve had the vaccine, I’m not a vaccine pusher – but I think, if you want to work in the entertainment industry, be able to travel and not have to social distance, then you simply have to get the jab. That’s all there is to it! I hope they manage to sort it out. Seven million people tuned in to the launch show, which, although is still a huge amount of people, was a two million drop from last year’s launch. This surprised me, although I don’t think it’ll have any impact on the viewing figures for the rest of the

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her sons Harriet with ax Louis and M series. Strictly is a TV juggernaut and it’s still set to be a hit, like it is every year. This is the 19th series and it’s still just so brilliant. It helps that it’s a family show, so everyone can gather round the TV to watch. And I also think Claudia Winkleman and Tess

Daly are such great presenters – they work so well together and are just so likeable. This year, I’m rooting for Judi Love – she’s a fellow Magic FM presenter, and I think she’ll be great. I’m also excited that actor Greg Wise and McFly star Tom Fletcher are doing the show, mainly because I’m a big fan of their wives – actress Emma Thompson and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher! It’ll be fun to see them cheering them on in the crowd.

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Willie played Carrie’s close friend Stanford

Last week, Willie Garson – the actor who played Stanford Blatch in Sex And The City and the upcoming spin-off show And Just Like That... – passed away aged 57 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. My heart totally broke when I heard the news. It’s very sad – 57 is so young. SATC is a show that means so much to

me – it got me through many a break-up when I was in my thirties. I loved the show, but I particularly loved Willie’s character. It’ll make watching reruns and the new series – when it comes out later this year – bittersweet. ● Listen to Harriet on the Magic Radio Breakfast Show, Monday to Friday, with Ronan

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‘Our wedding day was tainted with fear – now I feel like the luckiest mum in the world’ October is Down’s Syndrome Awareness month. Each year approximately 750 babies in the UK are born with the condition – and Shannon Wemyss is determined that her daughter Gracey will be deﬁned by more than a diagnosis…

hannon Wemyss was three days from her wedding and 19 weeks pregnant when doctors revealed her baby daughter might have Down’s syndrome. A scan had shown two holes in her baby’s heart and she came away from the appointment feeling lost. As a young mum enjoying her first pregnancy, Shannon was overwhelmed by negative information about the limitations that were likely to affect her daughter’s life. She was also urged on several occasions to terminate the pregnancy. But now, after educating herself about the condition and connecting with other families with Down’s syndrome children, the 25 year old and her husband, Mikey, 24, are amazed by what their daughter Gracey, two, has achieved.

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Shannon, from Inverness, says, “The doctors didn’t think we’d cope. We were told we’d be carers for the rest of our lives and that we didn’t understand what was involved in raising a child with a learning disability. That just made me feel more protective. I realised there was no point in focusing on what Gracey might not be able to do. “She is learning all the time 34

and knowing what I do now, I wouldn’t change a thing.” Down’s syndrome is a genetic condition caused by an extra chromosome in the baby’s cells. Shannon – who has been with Mikey, a teaching assistant, since her teens – first learned about Gracey’s condition at her 20-week scan. She says, “There were problems with Gracey’s kidneys and her heart. The doctors explained this could be indicative of Down’s syndrome, but I needed more tests. It was terrifying. Our wedding was days away and there was a risk that she might not survive past birth.” Shannon and Mikey struggled through their big day in September 2018, telling only their parents about the potential complications. Shannon says, “It should have been a dream day – but I was full of fear for the future.” Afterwards, the couple researched Down’s syndrome on the internet, but this only fuelled their anxieties. She says, “I was so scared of having a child who was different and what that would mean.” A few days after their ceremony, Shannon had some tests at a specialist hospital in Glasgow to confirm that baby Gracey had Down’s. She says, “A consultant immediately offered to book me in for a termination. I was shocked. We hadn’t even

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had time to consider our options. The implication was that Mikey and I didn’t know what we were getting ourselves into.” Fortunately, they were able to connect with a family friend who also had a child with Down’s syndrome. A visit that gave the couple hope and helped them make the decision to continue the pregnancy. INSPIRED

Shannon says, “I knew the information we’d seen about Down’s was so outdated. People around us were saying how ‘sorry’ they were to learn about Gracey’s condition, but we were excited to meet our daughter and go on a different journey.” Gracey was born in January 2019 via Caesarean section. She weighed just 3lbs 15oz and spent five and a half weeks in hospital. She was three months old when she underwent kidney surgery and was eight months old when she had a nine-hour operation to mend the holes in her heart. Shannon says, “Gracey was still so tiny and she was tubefed until she was 19 months old. But she’s recovered brilliantly. We’re inspired by how much she’s overcome. “Gracey is nearly three now. She can use Makaton sign

s 19 Shannon wa ant n g weeks pre on with Gracey g day their weddin

language, and she can say a few words. She’s not walking yet, but she’s very speedy at shuffling around on her bum! “My daughter has helped me to see the world differently. I just hope that she knows being herself is more than enough. I just want her to be happy and to enjoy her life.” By Hadley Middleton & Kim Willis ● Follow the family on Instagram

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‘My brother is the heart of our family’ Emma Knight, 40, is a full-time carer to big brother Paul, 53, who has Down’s syndrome. They live in Carmarthenshire with her husband, Richard, and children Callum, 17, and Maya, 12. She says, “Growing up, me and my brother Jason never felt any different from our big brother Paul because our parents thought it was important to treat us all exactly the same. Paul just needed a bit more help with things, but to me he was just my brilliant and caring big brother. “When Paul was born in 1968, doctors warned Mum and Dad that Paul might never read, write, walk or even talk. But my parents were determined and he defied the doctors’ predictions. He flourished at reading and writing and his speech came

along so well. I was painfully shy as a child, but being around Paul helped bring me out of my shell. “At the age of 19, I moved out of the family home in Port Talbot, but remained close by. I went on to have two children – Callum and Maya – and Paul was incredibly close with them, as well as with my husband Richard. Paul was one of the first people to hold my children and he’d regularly help with bed and bath time. “In 2013, due to health reasons, Mum and Dad – now in their 60s – felt Paul would be better off with me. I always knew that I would take care of him when the time came. I’m a typical mother hen and Paul always had his own room at my house, so it felt like the natural choice. Richard and the kids were only too happy for Paul to move in and we’ve been a happy party-of-five ever since.

“During the week, Paul attends a day service where he helps out in technology workshops. He also volunteers at the local food bank and walks people’s dogs. He’s always doing something fun like bowling or quizzes – he’s got a better social life than me! But when lockdown came last year, it really turned his world upside down. He missed seeing his friends and family and he found the disruption to his routine really unsettling. Maya was fed up too, so to cheer themselves up, she and Paul began making song and dance routines together on TikTok. “They’ve since become superstars with over 166k followers – they even get stopped in the street now to sign autographs! Of course, Paul absolutely loves the attention. ‘I’ve always wanted to

Dancing with niece Maya

Emma’s brother Paul has become a TikTok sensation be famous,’ he laughs. I think Maya and Callum have gained a higher level of maturity and compassion than most kids their age – and that’s thanks to Paul. He’s taught me so much too and has made all of us better people. He really is the heart of our family.”

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‘Billie gets better with age, like her mum!’ Ahead of their new family show, Closer catches up with Billie Faiers, 31, and Greg Shepherd, 35, on their plans for baby number three, chaotic school runs, and why renovating their house could end in divorce…

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as anything changed in The Family Dairies without Samantha [Faiers, Billie’s sister] and Paul [Knightley, her partner, who they co-starred with on The Mummy Diaries]? Billie: Because we’ve been filmed a lot more, it feels more raw than before. There’s a lot of family time and time spent at home – just things like getting out of the door in the mornings for the school run – but there’s also a lot more humour in the show now. Fans get to see a lot more of my mum [Suzie Wells, 52] and dad [Dave], which is really good. They’re not together, but they have a really good relationship and they’re friends. There’s a lot of banter, and you just get to see more of the dynamics within the family.

Greg, Billie, Nelly and Arthur at their new home

Suzie, Billie’s mum, is a hit with fans

Greg: We are also renovating a house [a £1.4m home in Essex] and there’s an anniversary, holidays and camping. Are you missing Sam and Paul now that you’re not filming together? Billie: We still see each other all the time. We make weekends of it now and we stay at each other’s houses [Sam, 30, and Paul, 33, along with their children, Paul, five, and Rosie, three, live in Surrey] with the kids or we’ll do a dinner. It’s really nice. Greg: Nothing much has changed, outside of the pandemic. Who gets more fan mail – Greg or Suzie? Greg: I thought you were going to say Nelly! Nelly [the couple’s seven-year-old daughter] definitely gets more fan mail than me, but I hope I’ll get more than Suzie with my name in the show’s title. Your son Arthur [four], has just started school. Is he enjoying it? Billie: Arthur is settling into school really well. The only moan he had in his first week is that he couldn’t stay for school dinner. He’s such a little foodie! I heard Nelly and Arthur having a little chat the other day and she was saying, ‘Shall Nelly come and find you today? I’ll come and see you at break time, yeah?’ They’re so funny together.

Are you feeling a sense of freedom now that they are both at school, or are you broody for number three? Billie: I’m definitely feeling a sense of freedom, although we now just fill any free time with work commitments or doing up the house. I want to try to start working out a little bit more now, too. I think Sam and Paul are feeling the same now that Paul and Rosie are both at school. But me and Greg always talk about having baby number three as well. We’ll see what happens over the next few months. I think if we’re going to do it, it’ll be sooner rather than later, because we don’t want a huge gap. It is your 10-year anniversary this month. How are you celebrating? Greg: I don’t know how she survived it! She was 22 when I met her and she’s grown up so much. I honestly think Billie has got better looking with age – I’m slowly getting worse! I’m losing my barnet and getting more wrinkles and she’s just getting better and better. If she’s anything like her

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‘If we have baby number three it’ll be sooner rather than later’

mum, then she’ll be fine – they have good genes. Billie: It’s the same with you – you’ve blossomed, honey! Greg: I’m five years older than Billie but I’m the childish one of the two. She definitely tells me to grow up on occasions.

Sam and her family have quit the series

Billie, how do you stay so glamorous with two young children? Billie: It’s difficult for most mums to have time for themselves with kids. Just small things – like doing a face mask or a short workout, or even reading a book – when you put them to bed helps. In the last three months, I haven’t really trained as the kids have been off school and I’ve been filming, and I’ve felt really sluggish and tired because of it. I hadn’t taken that hour, a couple of times a week, to do exercise or do something that makes me feel good. But if I push myself to do it,

even when I feel tired, I know it’ll give me more energy in the long run. How are the house renovations going? Greg: I feel like building the house is a dream, until you actually do it, and then it’s not a dream any more – it’s like a nightmare! There’s so much decision making. What bathroom, what taps, what kitchen… Billie: It’s a lot of juggling and it’s timeconsuming. We find ourselves sorting out stuff at 9pm at night, but when it’s done, it’s going to be such an amazing feeling. Greg: We’ll either be super emotional – or super divorced! By Lauren Hill-Roger ● Billie & Greg: The Family Diaries is on ITVBe and ITV Hub from Weds 6 October at 9pm

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‘I embrace my body because it made my son’ Reality star Charlotte Dawson opens up about post-baby body conﬁdence, why she’s overhauled her diet, and how being a mum has changed her hen we speak on the phone, Charlotte Dawson has had a long morning promoting her new clothing range, she’s rocking her seven-monthold son with one arm and making up his baby food with the other, while the phone is wedged under her chin. “Life has been crazy, I’m non-stop at the moment,” says the reality star – who gave birth to son Noah in January. “I think because of my job people think I have a glamorous life, but I really don’t!” And in a world where social media is full of polished and preened images, Charlotte – who shares Noah with fiancé Matt Sarsfield – has never shied away from showing real life on her Instagram page, from the sleepless nights and the baby sick to her postnatal body. She is well loved for posting underwear shots embracing the changes her

body went through during pregnancy and afterwards, and for Charlotte, helping other people feel confident is one of her aims. “It’s good to show the realness of things, we’ve got lumps and bumps and bodies to be proud of, it’s important for young girls to see that,” she explains. “I’ve had so many girls message me about it and it’s so lovely for them to feel good and empowered after seeing my posts. Loads of my followers now embrace their stretch marks.” PROUD

Charlotte, 28, has become well-known on social media for proudly talking about her tiger stripes – her name for stretch marks – and her tummy “pouch” after giving birth. “When Noah was born, I did look in the mirror and think, ‘Oh my god’, but I looked at my baby and thought, ‘I want to embrace this body because it made Noah’,” she says.

She embraced her changing body during pregnancy

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“After we’ve given birth, we shouldn’t be ashamed of our bodies, we have created a beautiful little human. I absolutely love my belly and tiger strips!” She adds, “I started to use Bio-Oil when I was pregnant [to prevent stretch marks], but then I thought, ‘I just can’t be bothered, I can’t be bothered having an oily body every night getting into bed.’ I thought, ‘If I have them, I have them.’ And then I had them, and now I absolutely love them.” Before developing gestational diabetes in her pregnancy, Charlotte was known for her love of junk food, joking she lived on “chippies, Maccies and chocolate” – but during her pregnancy she had to completely overhaul her diet to manage the condition. She swapped white carbs and sugary snacks for plenty of fruit and vegetables, and meals like spinach and tomato omelettes and porridge with berries – and Charlotte says she’s kept up with the change since giving birth. “I couldn’t eat what I wanted when I was pregnant, so I had to give up my chippies

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‘I’D LOVE A LITTLE GIRL NEXT’ Despite how exhausting being a new parent is, Charlotte has really taken to motherhood and can’t wait to have another baby. “I would love more children. I’d love a little girl, a little mini me! But I’m not sure if that’s a good thing or a bad thing,” she laughs. “I’d be happy with another boy too, of course. Noah is just my best friend in the whole world and being a mum is the greatest thing. I miss Noah as soon as he’s asleep and watch videos of him. It’s so funny, we’re desperate for a break and then we miss them as soon as they’re asleep!”

and have things that wouldn’t spike my blood sugar,” she explains. “Then, when I had Noah, I went back to having my chippies and everything for a few months until I went back to the doctor and was told I could develop type two diabetes. So I’ve had to change my diet back again and cut out a lot of sugars.” STRONG BOND

‘I’ve had to give up my chippies – they’re not healthy’

Type two diabetes runs in Charlotte’s family – her dad, comedian Les Dawson, who sadly passed away when Charlotte was just eight months old following a heart attack, had the condition, and her mother Tracy has just been diagnosed with it. For Charlotte, the doctor’s appointment was the wake-up call she needed. “Type two diabetes is really, really in the family and obviously I want to be here for Noah and be healthy for him,” she says. “I knew I needed to sort out my diet anyway. All my friends and family would say, ‘Charlotte, you can’t eat chippies every day for the rest of your life’, it’s not really healthy. I still have the occasional one though!” And while Charlotte and Matt settle into life as new parents, she admits that despite the huge life change and lack of sleep, having Noah together has strengthened their bond. “Being parents has tough times of course, but having Noah has made us so much closer,” she admits. “I think we appreciate each other more, Matthew has seen how different I am now with Noah and how well I’ve done. And I love seeing Matthew and Noah together. As soon as Matthew comes in, Noah’s face lights up and he’s laughing, he absolutely idolises his dad. Noah’s at a lovely age now and I feel like it’s just going to get better and better.” By Annabelle Lee CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK

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‘These simple habits will change your life!’

She’s overcome true adversity throughout her life, so it’s little surprise Katie Piper has become a role model to many with her positive outlook. After surviving a devastating acid attack in 2008 that left her scarred for life and blind in one eye, the mum of two has gone from strength to strength in her career, becoming a TV presenter, charity campaigner and award-winning philanthropist. Now the 36-year-old star has released a new book, A Little Bit of Faith, which provides afﬁrmations and inspiration for every day of the year. “The reason I became known was because of one of the most awful things that’s ever happened to me, and it feels amazing to be able to take the ethos and mindset of how I got through that into a positive space that can beneﬁt other people who are at the beginning of their journey,” she says. Here are some of Katie’s tops tips for making life a little bit easier... BREATHE YOUR WAY TO A ZEN STATE We all feel nervous sometimes and it’s totally normal, especially if you’re doing something that is important to you. I would never say to my children that it’s wrong to feel nervous, because it’s natural and a part of being human. If I feel anxiety or nerves rising, I use the “two to one” breathing technique. Breathe in for two seconds then breathe out for four seconds, and increase it as your heart regulates – so then you breathe in for four seconds and breathe out for eight seconds. It helps with that fight or flight, stomach-lurching feeling when you get a spike in your cortisol levels [the stress hormone]. If you’re in public, it’s really discreet. I often use that technique when I have to do public speaking and it helps me to relax and collect my thoughts.

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TRY TALKING THERAPY Asking for help can be a sign of resilience and it’s certainly not a sign of failure. I’m happy to say I see a therapist and there’s no shame in that. For me, it’s no different to going to a dentist or a physiotherapist. Connection is essential for our wellbeing, and while much of that is about being with friends and family, sometimes you might need extra connection in the form of a therapist. For a long time, there was a stigma about seeking help. Maybe in the past, if a woman told someone she wasn’t coping, she would be afraid her children could be taken away from her. Or men may have had the thought, ‘Will I lose my job or not be seen as able to be in charge?’ But now, professional people and those in the public eye talk about it, and you realise that people from all walks of life, even those who outwardly seem to be coping, still need that additional support. It’s always worth speaking to your GP in the first instance to see what help might be available.

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CREATE A NIGHT-TIME SANCTUARY I go to bed at 10pm with intentions of having an early night, but then sometimes I’m on my phone until it drops on my forehead at 2am and wakes me up. I’m not doing productive stuff, either – I’ll casually be scrolling through Facebook looking at a stranger’s cat in Newcastle! I definitely need to break that habit and I have learned there are a few things that help. Using a weighted blanket has been scientifically proven to help with anxiety and depression. It also helps to regulate your breathing, which calms your central nervous system. I released a bedding range a couple of years ago that has affirmations embroidered onto the pillow cases so you can start and finish your day in a positive mindset, which I think is vital. Your bed is such a sanctuary and it’s essential it makes you feel safe and comfortable.

EMPOWER YOURSELF WITH ONE WORD Sometimes, my life becomes so busy I have no choice but to say “no” to things. I do that easily by prioritising what’s important and means the most to me. You’ve got to save your “yes” for the stuff you feel passionate about, so I mainly tend to go to events that are to do with causes I support. If you try to do everything and keep everyone happy, you’ll exhaust yourself. I’m a mum of two [to Belle, seven, and Penelope, four], and the kids always come first. My husband Richard and I are also very good at respecting each other’s downtime, because it’s needed. When you say “no” you’re protecting yourself, and when you do that there’s more of you to go around, so it’s actually a really positive thing. It’s about reframing your thoughts and knowing that it’s not a horrible thing to say “no” – it’s often the right thing.

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BARLEY BUTTERNUT RISOTTO

● TV chef Dean says,

serves 4

● 40g butter

● 680g butternut

● 1 large onion,

squash, peeled, deseeded and cut into large bite-sized pieces ● 1 bulb garlic, cloves separated but not peeled ● 1 handful fresh oregano or thyme sprigs ● 4 tbsp olive oil

finely chopped ● 1 red chilli, finely chopped, not deseeded ● 300g pearl barley, rinsed ● 200ml dry white wine or extra vegetable stock ● 800ml hot vegetable stock

“These ultimate umami burgers are immense. Make sure you cook them up for your family or friends.”

69 0 C 29 G AL S 9. 3G S FAT 4.4G UGAR SALT P ER S

578 C 21.1G ALS 11. 2G FAT S 2 .5G SUGAR ALT PE R S ERVIN

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serves 4

● 6 ripe plum

tomatoes , halv ed ● 3 tbsp soy sauce ● 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for brush ing ● 1 tbsp balsa mic vinegar ● 1 tsp sugar ● 50 0g lean steak mince ● 2 shallots , finely diced ● 1 egg yolk ● 20g Parmes an cheese, grated ● 60g matur e Cheddar cheese, grated ● 4 burger b uns, halved and toasted ● Handful wat ercress ● 2 gherkins, sliced

STEP 1 Heat the oven to 190°C/fan 170°C/gas 5. Toss the squash, garlic and 3 herb sprigs in half the oil in a baking tin. Roast for 20 mins. STEP 2 Remove the garlic and herbs, turn the squash and cook for 10-15 mins more until tender. Peel and roughly chop the garlic. STEP 3 Take the leaves off the leftover herbs, reserving 1 tsp. Mix with the remaining oil. STEP 4 Melt the butter in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and most of the chilli. Sauté for 8 mins. Stir in the barley to coat and cook for 2 mins. Add the wine if using, let it bubble away, then stir in the stock. Simmer on a low heat for 30-40 mins until the grains are tender with a bite. STEP 5 Season and stir in the herb oil, squash and garlic. Add stock or water, if needed. Serve with the remaining herbs and chilli. STORE-CUPBOARD

DEAN EDWARDS’ ULTIMATE BURGER STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 170°C/fan 150°C/gas mark 3. Place the tomatoes in a roasting tin and toss with 1 tbsp of the soy sauce and the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce and sugar. Roast for 1 hr. STEP 2 While the tomatoes are roasting, combine the mince, shallots, remaining soy sauce, egg yolk and Parmesan cheese in a bowl along with a twist of black pepper. Divide the mixture into four patties then chill in the fridge for 30 mins. STEP 3 Preheat a griddle pan, brush the burgers with a little oil, then cook for around 5-6 mins on each side. Top with the grated Cheddar and cook for a couple more mins. STEP 4 Place the burgers on the base of the toasted buns. Top with some watercress, the slow-roasted tomatoes and gherkins, then finish with the top part of the bun. ● Dean created this recipe exclusively for Kikkoman. For more recipes, visit kikkoman.co.uk.

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VEGAN TWIST Replace the butter with a little more olive oil.

● Recipe from The Thrifty Veggie by Nicola Graimes (Nourish, £14.99). Available at bookshops and watkinspublishing.com.

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Fridge raider PRO SKATER ALEX MURPHY, 31, ON HER EATING HABITS

“I love eating eggs with cheese on top”

“Aside from mayo and hot sauce, I’m not a huge fan of condiments”

FOOD Alex How much do you spend? Usually £70-£100 a week for me and my boyfriend Paul [Klein, who stars on popular prankster YouTube channel Woody & Kleiny]. I do a big online order, then buy fresh bread and veg from our local grocers. I freeze as much as I can, too.

Describe your daily diet...

“I’m addicted to cucumbers”

As soon as I’m up, I’ll have a big glass of water. Then a Nespresso pod coffee with oat milk. I tend to postpone eating first thing as I don’t get hungry till around 11am and will have brunch, usually avocado on toast, or with eggs. Late afternoon, I’ll bake a sweet potato with sweetcorn, tuna and mayonnaise. For dinner, we love making spaghetti Bolognese using turkey mince as it’s lighter, and whole grain spaghetti.

What do you snack on? I’ll have a bar from Protein Works, or celery with really creamy houmous.

Is there anything you refuse to eat? I’m not a fan of cumin, it’s quite strong. Also, I once saw rabbit on a menu and there’s no way I could eat it!

What would you cook to impress? A good steak with all the trimmings. I’d roast veg, such as parsnips, carrots, sweet potatoes and onions, or I’d add apple, too.

INSIDE ALEX’S FRIDGE

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Eggs ● Protein bar ● Light mayo ● Tabasco sauce ● Gruyère cheese ● Lindt Dark Sea Salt ● Avocado ● Burrata cheese ● Houmous ● Tuna & sweetcorn deli filler ● Cheddar cheese ● Chicken breast ● Red onion ● Turkey mince ● Cucumber ● Kale ● Tomatoes ● Spinach ● Peppers ● Carrots ● Parsnips ● Sweet potatoes ● Celery ● Tomato purée ● Oat milk ● Bottled water

I’ll usually have an Emergen-C sachet [vitamin C supplement] first thing, and then I’ll start craving cheese. I’ll either have a cheese-based salad or a toastie. ● Follow Alex on Instagram and Twitter @ AlMurph18

VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS: “As a pro sportsperson, Alex’s meals are well-balanced, varied and include plenty of energy-giving starchy carbs, such as whole grain pasta, sweet potatoes and toast. Alex also eats plenty of fruit and vegetables – great for providing potassium for muscle function, and vitamin C and folate, which help reduce tiredness.”

FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 9/10

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‘ALWAYS CHECK FOR LUMPS & CHANGES’ After Julia Bradbury’s breast cancer diagnosis, Dr C advises that it’s a timely reminder for women to routinely check for any lumps, bumps or anything unusual

elevision presenter Julia Bradbury has sadly been diagnosed with breast cancer at 51. She’s urged women not to ignore warning signs like lumps and has talked about looking for changes in your breasts – including pain – and taking them seriously. It’s a very important reminder. STAY BODY AWARE

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Julia said she noticed a lump a year ago and spoke to her GP. A mammogram revealed harmless micro cysts and she was told to keep a close eye out for any further changes, and to come back regardless after a year. The lump became painful to the touch and, after more checks, a tiny shadow was seen on a scan and a biopsy revealed it was cancer. Julia’s story brings home that we all need to be aware of our bodies – and women must check their breasts regularly. UNDERSTAND RISKS

Tragically, singer Sarah Harding lost her life aged 39 to breast cancer recently. It was very upsetting news, but it’s important to say that dying from breast cancer is still very rare in young women. Just four per cent of breast cancer cases are in women aged under 40. The most cases are seen in women in their 80s. However, younger women are more likely to have higher 48

grade and hormone receptornegative breast cancers. Highergrade tumours divide quickly and are more likely to spread, and hormone receptor-negative cancers tend to grow quicker. KEEP AN EYE OUT

We don’t yet know why they are more common among young women, but we know to look out for it. Diagnosis of breast cancer can be more difficult in younger women as they have denser breast tissue. Both dense breast tissue and some abnormal breast changes appear as white areas in the mammogram, so it’s easier to miss. We do have other ways to scan younger breasts, like ultrasounds, so we can still check if necessary. It’s also easy to understand why younger women may not pick up the warning signs, like a lump or discharge, because they believe they are too young to get breast cancer – but all lumps should be checked. LOOK AT YOUR SKIN

As well as your breasts, you should also check under your armpits. A lump there could mean cancer in your lymph nodes, which can spread around the body more easily from there. You also need to look for visual changes in your breasts, so things like discharge, a sunken or puckered nipple, changes to a vein, or dimpling. Look in the mirror and raise your arms when you check, as this can alert you

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Julia is encouraging women to regularly check their breasts for changes

to visual changes. Print out the graphic from knowyourlemons. org (pictured, right) and put it somewhere obvious to remind you what to look out for. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

As breasts can be a little lumpy before your period, it’s best to check seven to 10 days after the start of your cycle. Take it seriously. Treat it like a monthly appointment and put a reminder in your phone. Post-menopausal women should check on the same day each month. Both Sarah and Julia mentioned pain – Julia felt it in her breast lump, while Sarah had chest pain. Again, that’s a reminder not to ignore pain that isn’t going away and doesn’t have an obvious cause. Tell your doctor and really describe it – is it a dull ache that’s always there, is it a sharp pain when you poke it, does it come

and go? The more you can tell us, the easier we can identify the problem. The same applies for anything worrying and with no obvious cause, like sudden and dramatic weight loss, bleeding, exhaustion, or lumps and bumps. Far more often than not, there will be an innocent and treatable cause, but let us medics work it out in case we need to send you for more tests. KNOW FAMILY HISTORY

If lots of your close female relatives have had breast or ovarian cancer, you are at an increased risk, especially if you’re younger. You can also ask to be checked for variant BRCA genes, which greatly increase your chance of developing breast and

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FOR DAILY STEPS, 7,000 IS THE MAGIC NUMBER! F

or years, we’ve been told to aim to take 10,000 steps a day, with lots of us checking via smart watches or our phones. Now, new research shows that 7,000 steps is all you need to reduce your risk of premature death by up to 70 per cent. Walking more than 10,000 steps – or walking faster – didn’t cut people’s risk any further. The 10,000 steps a day advice didn’t come from a scientific study, but a marketing campaign for a Japanese pedometer.

and now 78 per cent of people survive breast cancer for 10 or more years. Bearing in mind it is overwhelmingly diagnosed in older women, that’s reassuring. GO TO SCREENINGS

ovarian cancers. That’s not to say breast cancer is only hereditary, though – just because you have no family history doesn’t mean you shouldn’t check your breasts. BE REASSURED

If you are unlucky enough to be

diagnosed with cancer – at any age – doctors will choose the most effective treatment based on the type, stage and grade of your tumour. Be reassured that success rates are good. Breast cancer survival in the UK has doubled in the last 40 years

The very best way to protect yourself is to check your breasts regularly, know what’s normal for you, alert your GP as soon as you find something different, and to attend breast screenings if you’re called. They have continued through the pandemic, and were often moved to private hospitals that were drafted in to help the NHS during the crisis. They save 1,300 lives each year in the UK, so if you’re invited, please go.

This new study is still ongoing, and has involved more than 2,000 people aged between 38 and 50. They have all worn a device that measures their steps daily for the last 11 years. The results showed people enjoyed “substantial health benefits” when they walked between 7,000 and 10,000 steps a day. Not only that, anyone who manages to add steps – going from 4,000 steps to 5,000, say – will see real health benefits. So if you started taking daily walks at the beginning of the pandemic, keep it up!

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DON’T LET AGEISM GET YOU DOWN

With pressure on women to look eternally youthful, but also to ‘dress their age’, here’s how to avoid feeling self-conscious

recent survey found that people think ripped jeans are “unsuitable” for women over 35, and fashion trainers aren’t OK for women over 40. The concept of an appropriate age to wear certain clothes is ludicrous and damaging. I’m 45 and wear a mini-skirt occasionally because I like them and how I choose to

dress is nobody else’s business. These negative opinions impact girls and women, so we need to challenge them. Getting old is a privilege, but I genuinely think that we have forgotten this, replacing it with an obsession with idolising and maintaining youth at all costs. If you want

cosmetic surgery, fillers or Botox, that is your choice, as long as you are doing it for yourself, not because you feel pressure. For those who are ageing more naturally, recognise that in contrast to what social media suggests, your life isn’t over at 40. As you age, you grow in wisdom, skills and compassion. Every second that you worry what someone else thinks of your looks or your clothes is a second wasted. There will always be people who find you unattractive and who’ll judge you – don’t waste your energy on them! Focus on friends, family and colleagues who adore you. If you have kids, show them that you feel good about your body and clothes, and they are far more likely to feel positive about themselves. Remember, you get one life, and at the end of it, are you really going to give a toss what a stranger thought about your jeggings? I hope not.

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Closer’s dating expert, Rebecca Twomey, on the rigmarole of setting up dates and how it’s a miracle any of us ever manage to actually go on them!

often forget, or perhaps just block out, just how much admin is involved when you try to set up a date. The matching and messaging part is pretty easy, but when it comes to making plans to meet up, it suddenly all seems to get a bit complicated. Perhaps a lot of singles are jaded – I know I can be at times – after making a lot of effort with a particular person and even more so on the first date it can be demoralising

when it doesn’t go anywhere. And thanks to the odds of dating success, it has happened more times than not. I also find there’s a little laziness with dating too. Perhaps it’s all of the implied choice on apps, or how us singles learn to be more selfish to survive the brutal world of ghosting, catfishing etc. But it still makes me sad that there appears to be such little consideration for other people. Take, for example, the latest date I was trying to arrange. We

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CREATE AN ADVENTURE Even the most mundane activity can become an adventure if you bring the experience to life. Take shopping; ask younger children to point out as many colours as they can in the fruit section of the supermarket, and you will keep them interested and inspire their knowledge. Whenever you are playing with your child, be fully engaged

went back and forth for a few days, finding a day that worked and we agreed a time and place that was equidistant between the two of us. Then he asked if I could travel an extra hour to meet him on his side of town so that he could go to the gym, before telling me he could only meet for a “quick coffee” as he was so busy. It’s not a major drama, but it showed a lack of

consideration for my lifestyle (I commute for over two hours a day) and this just showed he wasn’t for me, so I suggested we didn’t meet up. One friend had her date cancel while she was on the bus to meet him, another bought the first drink for her date, then he left, while another was sent a bottle of conditioner after a first date as he didn’t like her hair – yes, that really did happen! While these experiences all sting and it can feel like a lot of wasted effort to set things up, I just tell myself it’s better to know sooner that a potential date isn’t kind or considerate – that way you can make more time and space for someone who is.

by removing distractions; turn off the TV and put your phone aside. As your kids form interests, connect with them. If you have a budding stuntman, say, watch TV shows and discuss how they made their moves look realistic, and research the training these people undergo. Do this throughout their childhood, because it gives them a clear message that you are interested, invested and it reinforces that you believe in them.

ASK QUESTIONS Communication is key, so spend quality time chatting with each of your children daily, on an individual basis if you can. Purposely create this space and throughout the years you will build a really good rapport. Ask little ones questions as they play,

like, “What colour do you think you’ll get if you mix yellow with red?” or, “How can you make your tower steadier?” If you have teens, spend 20 minutes each evening discussing their day and how they’re feeling.

TEACH THEM TO LOSE At times your children will fail, so help them identify what went wrong and how to improve the next time. Explain that you have to take risks to succeed and while it stings to lose, when you succeed, it is worth the bumps along the way. Finally, manifest a sense of joy by encouraging gratitude for small pleasures, like a hot chocolate or a hug. Helping your children notice small daily details can mean they find mini miracles everywhere they look and enjoy a happier, more fulfilling life.

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o matter how you bring up your kids, making sure that you inject fun, communication and learning opportunities into your time together is key. When you make the world around you into a playground of possibility, you really help strengthen your bond – and it’s easy to do.

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RADIO DJ NICK GRIMSHAW, 37, ON HOW HE LOOKS AFTER HIS BODY AND MIND TURN OFF PHONE NOTIFICATIONS FOR A CLEARER HEAD... I was becoming a slave to them. Now I can choose to look at my messages when I’ve got time to do it. YOU CAN DO SMALL THINGS TO BE MORE SUSTAINABLE... I’m walking as much as I can and taking public transport – I don’t have a car any more either. I’m a big fan of vintage and charity shops. They’re good for finding signature pieces for my house and great outfits. A GOOD MORNING ROUTINE IS IMPORTANT... The only thing that guarantees that I can motivate myself to wake up early is going to bed ridiculously early. The worst things to do are eat a late dinner and drink alcohol, but life is about balance. I try to have a juice every morning with lots greens and supplements in it. ● Nick is working with Gousto. Follow @GoustoCooking and visit gousto.co.uk

WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR CAREER PROSPECTS From ﬁnding your dream job to making sure you get paid on time, there are lots of apps and websites that can help you excel at work

hether you’re job hunting or have gone freelance, the world of work has changed. “We used to go to agencies to find a job or to seek others to help in our businesses”, says money expert Jasmine Birtles. “Now it can all be done online. There are apps for gig workers (contractors or temporary workers), apps and sites for networking and much more.” Here are Jasmine’s favourites...

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Students wanting to start their careers can get help with paid internships through Udrafter. com. “It offers paid, degreerelevant micro-internships”, says Jasmine. “It’s free to access and you earn an average hourly rate of £11, compared to the national living wage of £8.91. Before you sign the contract, though, check out the company on Glassdoor.com [where employees can anonymously review their employers]. You’ll soon find out if it’s the great environment you’ve been told about. You can also find out the real going rate for your job level.” This is useful for anyone – not just students starting out. TRY SHIFT WORK

Sick of not getting paid on time? Download TheJobApp. “This 52

app sources shift work and pays as soon as you clock off”, says Jasmine. “They have positions for shift-workers in hospitality, security, housekeeping, delivery, childcare and more.” Jasmine says you could also try the similarly named website AppJobs (appjobs.com). “This connects gig workers with jobs in their area, such as delivery work with Deliveroo, driving with Uber, market research, online testing and the like.” FIND FREELANCE GIGS

Are you a sole trader looking for new projects? Jasmine recommends Freelancer. com. “It offers opportunities for freelance web design, virtual assistants, writers, app developers, translators and more. Businesses that need services advertise on the site and workers bid for the job. If they take you on, the company pays the fee through Freelancer.com, which takes a cut.”

SEEK FLEXIBLE OPTIONS

If you have any family commitments at home, try Thatworksforme.co.uk. “It’s primarily for part-time, ongoing work and is aimed at small businesses that need some help on both short and long-term projects,” Jasmine says. You could also try JuggleJobs.com. “It’s a free platform that supports remote working for ‘flexperts’ – professionals who want a flexible working life”, says Jasmine. “Fees are only paid by the employer once they have hired someone. All the payments and taxes are dealt with by the platform, too.” Airtasker.com does something similar for hands-on workers like handypersons, office assistants and photographers, while Gigtogig.co.uk helps you get flexible work in hospitality, retail, warehouses, delivery and

LOOK FOR ACCESSIBLE EMPLOYERS

“People with disabilities often find it harder to get employment, but Evenbreak. co.uk offers relevant and accessible career support for people looking for new or better work”, says Jasmine. “You can access bespoke careers coaching, attend events and search for jobs on an inclusive job board.”

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more.” If you’re getting back into work after a break, check Rejoin (Resourcesolutions. com), which supports female workers. “It’s a pool of high-calibre, untapped talent”, Jasmine explains. “They help you develop skills and invite you to events to meet with organisations championing diversity, equality and inclusion.” BUILD YOUR NETWORK

“Networking improves your job prospects and expands your horizons”, says Jasmine. “LinkedIn still holds the top spot, but it’s now being challenged by the free Bizfluence app, which gives users more control over who they connect with and what content they see (users say it feels less like a social platform and more business-focused). The Guild app and website (guild.co) also help professionals connect and collaborate. It’s free and has a number of communities that can help to advance your career across industries.” CONNECT ABROAD

There is a dedicated website for those with disabilities

Thinking of working in another country? “Meeow.co matches you with three others in a similar position who you can chat to for an hour. You have the opportunity to meet people from around the world, simply to make new friends or for business connections”, says Jasmine.

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All freelancers know the pain of creating and chasing up invoices. “QuickBooks (free for a month, then £8 a month) helps you create invoices, chase them up, do your tax filing and make sure your income and outgoings are properly inputted”, Jasmine says.

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If an unexpected cost hits you, there’s help available. “Hastee. com and Borofree.com enable employees to get some of their pay early in the month if they need it”, says Jasmine. “They work with employers to free up some of your money, once you have done at least a week’s work that month. With Hasteepay you get an actual salary advance, with Borofree you can have up to £300 in the form of vouchers for the shops you use most regularly. They help you to avoid resorting to credit cards or payday loans.” Read the small print; with Hastee your first withdrawal each month (up

to £100) is free, then you’re charged 2.5 per cent for each further withdrawal. HONE YOUR SKILLS

One way to get a better job is to upskill. “Multiverse.io places people in apprenticeships with good companies and a dedicated coach”, says Jasmine. “Programmes last between one and two years and training can be in data analytics, software engineering, digital marketing, business administration, project management or leadership.” It’s also worth checking out LinkedIn. “They offer 1,000 hours of free learning courses at Opportunity.linkedin. com, including data analysis, graphic design, IT support, digital marketing and more,” Jasmine says. “The My Learning from Hays (hays. co.uk) offers free access to courses that help you to reskill and upskill. Courses include customer service, coding, and programming and communications – all of which are highly sought after.”

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enjoy a birthday bonanza of freebies! Many companies offer a treat or discount on your birthday, here’s our pick of the best goodies up for grabs... ● A FREE DOUGHNUT Download the Krispy Kreme Rewards app and register for the free loyalty scheme to get a voucher for a free doughnut during your birthday month from a Krispy Kreme store. ● CHOCOLATE TREATS Get the Hotel Chocolat app, register for its VIP club and they’ll send a surprise gift – usually £5 off a £5+ spend. ● £5 AT BODY SHOP Sign up for a free Body Shop Love Your Body loyalty card, and on your birthday you’ll get £5 to spend either online or in-store. ● 25% OFF AT H&M Become a member via H&M’s app or website, and you’ll be emailed a code that gives you 25 per cent off one item online or in-store on your birthday, which is valid for two weeks. ● 20% OFF AT NEW LOOK Sign up to the free New Look newsletter, add your birthday to your account and you’ll receive a code for 20% off for the two weeks after your birthday. ● £5 OFF AT HOBBYCRAFT Register for the free Hobbycraft loyalty card online, and you’ll get £5 off online or in store ● 20% OFF TOYS Create an account with The Entertainer and register your child to “Jack’s Birthday Club”, to get a code for 20% off. Do it three weeks before their birthday, as that’s when the offer is sent, and use it quick – it expires at midnight on the big day.

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STACEY SOLOMON’S KIDS’ PRIMARK RANGE Stacey’s back with another adorable kids’ collection for Primark that includes clothing, accessories and lifestyle buys

Mum-to-be Millie supports the cause

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The Crown’s Gillian looked like fashion royalty in her cut-out dress by Chloe. Made with textured ivory silk with a raw hem, it featured metallic tassels, which draped over her torso beautifully. So chic!

Former Scandal star Kerry dazzled in a corseted dress from Etro. She paired her slinky look with timeless drop earrings and a red lip for an elegant combo.

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NEON COLOURS

Summer may be coming to an end, but shouty shades are still firmly in the spotlight as we have spotted a whole host of celebs rocking highlighter hues. Fear not, wearing brights doesn’t need to be scary and can be surprisingly easy to style. Dip your toes into the trend with a bold knit or go smart in a colour-pop suit just like Kris Jenner. Check out our budgetfriendly buys to instantly update a beige wardrobe with a neon flash!

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The Queen’s Gambit star looked simply stunning in a backless Dior gown that skimmed her frame. She finished the look with a dramatic yellow trailing opera coat, a sleek updo and classic make-up.

Actress Angela stood out from the crowd in a black gown with top-totail figure-framing pink ruffles. We love how her hair and accessories were kept simple to let the dress make the impact, bravo!

WandaVision star Elizabeth made her red-carpet appearance in an ethereal white gown from her own sisters’ label, The Row. Paired with dazzling earrings, and a modern sleek bob, she looked timeless.

Actress Kate’s figure-hugging floor-length gown featured a superflattering plunging neckline and fluted sleeves. Proving that you can never go wrong with a classic black dress, she looked phenomenal.

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TK Maxx is taking all of the hassle out of the big wardrobe clear-out you’ve been putting off with their annual “Give Up Clothes For Good” campaign. This year, they’ve teamed up with Millie Mackintosh to urge people to donate their preloved items to raise money for Cancer Research UK and minimise our collective environmental impact. You can get involved by dropping off your donations at your local TK Maxx store, where they’ll be passed on and sold in Cancer Research UK shops and given a second lease of life. It’s estimated that each bag donated could raise up to £25 to help more children and young people survive cancer – there’s never been a better excuse for a wardrobe cleanse.

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Don’t overspend on suits. Set a budget, buy a high-street version, and spend the extra cash on getting it tailored to your body shape. Start by finding the best-fitting trousers. I always size up – wide leg and high-waisted trousers suit my shape best, as I have a small middle but curvy hips.

Group home accessories for a styled look. Interior designer Nicki BamfordBowes taught me to stack books and place accessories on top, like these little gold bugs. You can also pair up vases in doubles or triples. BEETLES £14 FOR SET OF

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Don’t invest in staples. There’s always a chance that it goes in the wrong wash, the colour fades or it gets ruined. I always get my white T-shirts and vest tops from Zara and they’re just as good without being too pricey. Anything with a linen-mix material will keep you cool and tends to be better quality. T-SHIRT, ZARA £11.99

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To instantly boost your mood, you can always rely on a pair of heels. Every time you wear them, you instantly feel more confident and powerful. They never fail to make you feel good.

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HACK THE SCHOOL-RUN

A tailored camel cover-up is a school-run saviour. I always wear gym gear for dropoffs. As it gets colder, a smarter coat and decent trainers always help me look and feel more put together – even if I haven’t had a chance to have a wash! H&M £39.99

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Buy your favourite foundation in two shades. For the best match throughout the summer and winter when skin tone changes, mix them to create a perfect custom-made shade – that’s what the makeup artists do! Here’s my favourite...

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CHOOSE HIGH-TECH SKINCARE

For super-clear skin, I swear by an LED face mask. I know they’re pricey, but I really notice the difference when I’m not using it regularly. It is worth saving up for as a real investment. NO7 LABORATORIES AGE-DEFYING

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KEEP WALLS PLAIN

Paint your walls a neutral shade so you can play around with the décor in your home when you get bored. I save colour for removeable things like cushions. In one room, we did choose darker blue walls for a snug, cosy feel, but the rest of the house is completely neutral.

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Trophy blazer

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The shirt/jacket hybrid will take you through all seasons. Perfect for layering over knitwear or tees, this oversized piece has a recycled polyester lining.

One of this year’s key cover-ups, the printed trophy jacket will spruce up the simplest of looks. Try it with a floral midi dress and knee-high boots.

If you think puffers swamp your frame, a cropped jacket is a go-to. This fauxshearling lined aviator style is ideal for petites and goes with everything.

H&M, £34.99

PULL & BEAR, £49.99

STRADIVARIUS, £45.99

diamond duvet Swaddle up in Matalan’s neutral number that’ll go with all your newseason wears. The drawstring waist will nip you in to help the long-line style feel less bulky.

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Beat the British gales with this wind and water-resistant coat, with a fleece hood and stretch cuffs. Fab for the school run or dog walking.

You can’t beat a fulllength coat in this go-with-everything hue, and New Look has nailed it. The belt detail adds a fashionista edge.

Made from recycled plastic bottles, this hooded zipper coat is also shower-resistant, so you’re prepared for all forecasts. We love the glossy grey colour, too.

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NEW LOOK, £39.99

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Make layering fun with this quilted slogan jacket. Available in sizes 6-28, it’ll look great on all shapes and ages for a very-now ’90s edge.

Be prepared for wintry walks with this insulated coat. The water-repellent style with cute fluffy hood will easily fit in the washing machine, too.

RIVER ISLAND, £70

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Everyday winner A sleek – not too puffy – style is ideal for your daily look. This zip-up version with stretch cuffs and adjustable hood will look effortless with jeans and trainers.

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THE BOB IS BACK! Championed by the likes of Kim Kardashian, Olivia Bowen and J-Lo, the bob is the hottest hairstyle once again. A-list stylist Ben Cooke, who has worked his magic on stars like Victoria Beckham and Nicole Scherzinger, gives his take on the new must-have look... Blunt like Olivia Bowen

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WHAT TO ASK FOR: A blunt cut will give you the Olivia look – the shorter you go, the chunkier and thicker it will look and feel. HOW TO STYLE: To get loose, tousled waves, blast with a hairdryer to add texture from the root and use a large barrelled curling tong to define the curls once dry. Brush out to give your tresses a cool, messy feel. PRODUCTS TO USE: Use a texturising spray to get beachy locks no matter the time of year. Redken’s Fashion Waves sea salt spray can be spritzed onto damp or dry hair. It’ll help to keep your new do in place, too.

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WHAT TO ASK FOR: A classic one-length bob that sits below the jaw. Kim’s style is also slightly longer at the front – ask for texturising scissors at the salon to make the hair softer around the face and keep the look modern. HOW TO STYLE: Blow-drying is key to this sleek vibe. Section off and use a large, round brush to curl the ends under as you apply heat. PRODUCTS TO USE: Keep the style full bodied by using a thickening spray. Bumble And Bumble’s version can be used once you’ve sectioned wet, pre-blowdried hair and will create a voluminous, bouncy bob.

BABYLISS VOLUME WAVES £22, FEEL UNIQUE

WHAT TO ASK FOR: The J-Lo bob is a longer style with a lot of natural texture. Ask for a few layers around the face to give it some movement and keep it choppy. HOW TO STYLE: Depending on how much heat you like, this style can be achieved by leaving hair to dry naturally or with a diffuser on your hairdryer. Free-flowing natural waves are the goal. PRODUCTS TO USE: Define your natural curls with a lightweight cream. Add a few drops of Living Proof’s curl enhancer to wet hair and scrunch before you dry for a frizz-free feel.

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PEEL AND REVEAL Dry skin can creep up as soon as temperatures drop, but fear not, we have the answer. A thin layer of this acid peel from Pixi – which isn’t tested on animals – works wonders in just two minutes. The mix of face-friendly acids and naturally exfoliating bamboo stem powder will remove daily dirt to reveal a clear, healthylooking complexion. Add this step into your beauty routine twice a week to give your face an instant refresh – no matter the weather. PIXI CLARITY ACID

GO DEEP ON GRIME-FIGHTING Super-clean skin is guaranteed to brighten up your complexion. A two-for-one buy, this cleanser and mask hybrid is a winner all round. Fitting into your busy schedule – you can use it as and when needed, on dry or wet skin, and as a quick cleanse or a grime-lifting mask. Unclogging pores to remove impurities, the organic green tea and zingy grapefruit will help make your skin feel invigorated.

WE ARE FAACE CREAMY CLEANSER, £24

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SHINE WITH DEWY HIGHLIGHTER Switch your powder highlighter for a dewy liquid version and be prepared to shine – quite literally. Apply to the highest points of your features (brow and cheekbones, Cupid’s bow and tip of nose) to create light-reflecting areas on your face. Helping to revive dull skin, No7’s hydrating glow-giver will stay put all day and give the illusion of a fresh youth-boost no matter how tired you are.

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HYDRATE DRY PATCHES Without a vitamin D boost from the sunshine, your face can quickly become parched. One way to stop your foundation from highlighting these textured patches is to even out your skin tone with facial oil. Add to the dry areas before you apply your usual foundation to prime the skin. Need a full hydration hit? Pop a few drops into your foundation for smooth, luminous and visibly glowing skin.

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EXFOLIATE YOUR BASE Best for bedtime, this super serum is a way to introduce acids into your skin routine. Apply a couple of drops post cleanser and pre moisturising to reveal a dewy face in the morning. For the best results, use it a couple of times a week to dissolve dead skin cells and gently exfoliate without having to rub.

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Celebrating women and showing off the female form in all its glory, this big booty vase will be a talking point in your home.

Channel a ’70s vibe into your dinner party with this smoky, swirled glass with stand. It’s the perfect centrepiece.

Add zingy bold shades into your home with this punchy orange glass vase. It will sit particularly well against simple décor.

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Arty splatter prints are a key interiors trend and H&M has nailed it with this wavy beauty. Fill it with pastel blooms.

For the minimalists, this nature-inspired vase will fit into tonal spaces. Try it out with a single stem flower.

Stripes are key this season, as are black and white – combine them together and you get this stunner.

DUNELM, £12

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Walk on the wild side with this tiger style. For a roar-some twist, you could use it as a fancy carafe for drinks, too.

Colourful, fun and made to be noticed, let this hand-painted beauty take centre stage in any room – simply fill with dried flowers.

Illustrative faces are a hit right now. Arrange this with other unusual frames and trinkets and add some pampas grass.

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Every number in the grid stands for a different letter. We’ve given you the word ANY to get you started. Fill in all the 1s, 2s and 3s and you’ll be able to start guessing other letters. All 26 letters of the alphabet appear at least once. Cross off the ones you’ve used on the list below

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NAME THE STARS With the help of our clues, rearrange the letters in the words below to make a celeb’s name

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While competing for a role, a dedicated ballet dancer slowly loses her sanity

There is No Doubt that this singer has no Sweet Escape from being a Rich Girl

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THE SHOWS EVERYONE WILL BE TALKING ABOUT

THE EMILY ATACK SHOW SERIES ONE DID SO WELL, SHE’S BACK FOR MORE!

BRASSIC MICHELLE KEEGAN’S BACK ON SCREEN IN THIS FAB COMEDY

PRUE’S GREAT GARDEN PLOT HANDY TIPS FOR OUTDOOR SPACES WITH THE BAKE OFF JUDGE

RIDLEY ROAD A SUSPENSEFUL NEW DRAMA FROM THE BBC MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT AUSTRALIA TIE THE KNOT WITH A STRANGER – AUSSIE-STYLE

BILLIE AND GREG: THE FAMILY DIARIES THE SHEPS GO SOLO IN THIS SPIN-OFF SHOW

PLUS: 7-DAY LISTINGS, CELEB CHATS & SOAPS

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RUN FOR THE HILLS! David collapses after over-exerting himself, so Priya offers to move in with him. Meena assumes her stuff belongs to Victoria and readies herself for the attack – until Priya sets her straight. Fast-forward to an incident at the Hide, when a cap gun fired by Carl gives David a terrifying flashback of the siege. Vic is quick to comfort him, but Meena hisses at her rival to leave her fella alone, then promptly forces the poor man to relive the trauma of getting shot all over again by asking him about it – and replaces his extra-strong painkillers with paracetamol! Later, they both sit down to watch the horror movie Misery (OK, we made that last bit up…) “The apron suits you, honest!”

Corrie’s had a lot going on of late, so we can forgive this fine soap – which recently scooped the Best Serial Drama Award at the 2021 NTAs – for being a bit lacking in dramz this week. Sal’s got that “demented glint” in her eye again (Tim’s words), choosing to abandon her wedding anniversary celebratory supper for a parking pow-wow with Fergus (just mention the words “dropped kerb” and she’s raging…). Meanwhile, Kevin tries to track Abi down but only finds Tez, Seb’s dad, and he’s appalled to think Abi might be using again. There’s also a Bistro vs Speed Daal curry night war. May the best korma win!

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THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT

LUKE GETS WORSE

What do you do when your dad tries to snog your girlfriend? That’s the sitch facing Ollie when Evie returns to the village and promptly bumps into Luke at The Dog. The pair share a few words, and Luke (who has a form of dementia) leans in for a kiss, leading Ollie to announce to Cindy that he’s heading back to London. He’s barely had a chance to pack a suitcase, however, before there’s a choking incident with his dad at lunch – but will discovering how bad Luke’s condition has become be enough to persuade Ollie to hang about? The day of Brody’s funeral also dawns and Sienna starts to blame herself, later telling Warren she’s considering visiting Summer in prison.

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uki’s been an absolute horror since she tried to plant a kiss on Honey. It’s true that the whole incident was highly awkward, but lovely Honey doesn’t deserve the aftermath that’s followed. This week, she’s devastated to be missing Janet’s big trip to Miami because of her enforced evening shifts at the Minute Mart. Reluctantly, she tells Jay what happened, which leads to Jay blabbing to Kheerat, who has Jay in an armlock up against a wall quicker than you can say “cherry chapstick”. Kheerat then has a go at Honey for making it all up (er, why would she?) and despite poor Honey desperately trying to reassure a mortified Suki that she has nothing to be ashamed of, Suki slaps her ex-friend round the chops – before issuing a threat (and worse – see Thursday’s episode, 7 Oct.) Elsewhere, Dotty gets busy organising her noughties-themed relaunch event at Ruby’s, but things go a bit wrong when a drunk woman appears and Rocky’s face drops… Turns out it’s Dotty’s mum, Sandy – who doesn’t get quite a warm welcome, and later Bernie wonders if the newcomer is doing a drug deal with Rainie! LOLs this week are provided by Martin and Zack, who (for reasons that shall become clear) batter Peter’s tablet at the chippy. What larks!

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EastEnders newbie Martha Cope – who fans may recognise from Holby City and Doctor Who – rocks up in Albert Square this week playing Dotty Cotton’s mum. Martha, 51, says, “I’ve watched EastEnders since it began. I am beyond excited to join such an iconic show.” The actress reveals she has had some “pinch-me” moments while filming on the Square. She tells us, “Every time I do a scene in a different location, I get really excited. It’s always fun to see it on the telly and think, ‘I was in that house this morning!’ Standing outside The Queen Vic looking up at the pub is a lovely moment.” Martha, we hear you!

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MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT AUSTRALIA TIE THE KNOT STRANGER-STYLE MON 4-FRI 8 OCT, 7.30PM, E4 The Aussie version of MAFS proved to be quite the boredom-buster during lockdown. Most of us binge-watched our way through it and now Australia’s most talked-about social experiment is hitting UK screens once more! With the revamped UK show ending its current run, fans can get stuck into the version set Down Under, following 18 new singletons as they come together for a Stag and Hens night.

NEW SERIES

The BAFTA-winning show returns, where Romesh Ranganathan shares his funny and topical look at Britain. He chats to celeb guests, his mum – and his own focus group made up of 20 members of the public.

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NEW SERIES

MURDER ISLAND AMBITIOUS NEW TV SHOW TUE 5 OCT, 9.30PM, C4

Shot on a remote Scottish island, amateur detectives compete to solve a crime, watched over by some of Britain’s leading Senior Investigating Officers. At stake is a £50,000 prize.

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MAFS UK: Reunion – Mon 4 Oct, 9pm, E4: Mel, Paul and Charlene welcome back all 16 participants. What have they learned about themselves since marrying a stranger?

TOPICAL COMEDY SHOW SUN 3 OCT, 9PM, BBC2

It’s Bread Week and we’re talking “crumb structure” – apparently… “Lord of the Loaf” Paul wants a “beautiful focaccia” – and nobody wants “tight, dense bread”, Heaven forbid! There are some funny flavour combinations going on – kippers anyone?

NEW SERIES

THE RANGANATION

THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF USING THEIR LOAVES TUE 5 OCT, 8PM, C4

MIDSOMER MURDERS WITH FAB GUEST STARS SUN 3 OCT, 8PM, ITV

Midsomer gets an Agatha Christie-style makeover for this new feature-length mystery when the owner of a board-game company is murdered at a party on his private island and the guests – as well as Barnaby and his trusty sidekick DS Winter – are stranded overnight. Rachael Stirling plays the grieving widow, while Caroline Quentin and Adrian Edmondson are relishing their roles as a couple who stage murder-mystery weekends. Great stuff.

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MASSIVE RENOVATION PROJECT WED 6 OCT, 9PM, MORE4

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Not only is Prue Leith a fab cook, Bake Off judge and all-round authority on all things culinary – she’s also a passionate gardener. This inspiring new four-part series follows Prue and her husband John, as they move into the new home they’ve built from scratch – where the (massive) garden needs a bit of attention (to say the least). Prue believes that every 25 years you should have a “revolution in your life”, so she’s bid a fond farewell to the 18th century former rectory she called home for 45 years, and now it’s time for a new chapter.

PRUE LEITH:

‘I’m waiting to be pushed around my garden in a bath chair…’

GBBO judge Prue Leith, 81, on her new gardening show – where she’ll be toiling away in the great outdoors with husband John…

his series sees you tackling your twoacre garden... I’ve done a lot of gardening in my life, but I’ve never started a garden from a raw field – and not just any old field; it was full of barns and concrete. My husband took about 65 mostly large tractor tyres out of the overgrown hedges, and we had to dig down maybe 2ft to get all the rubbish out. Have you enjoyed the project? I’ve absolutely loved it, even though a lot of the time it’s been a complete mud bath and it’s been difficult, but it’s just wonderful to be outside. What about working with your husband on camera? John and I share a love of gardening and of doing things together, though at my age, I haven’t been down on my knees weeding too much – the trouble is getting back up again. My role is slightly more directional, whereas his is more hands-on.

Did being older pose any other challenges? We shouldn’t give up just because we can’t get down there! We need to make the garden come to us… Raised beds need to be a few feet off the ground so you can garden standing up. The other thing we’re doing round the farm is a mown-down section around the fields, which oldies can walk on. I always say it’s for John to push me in a bath chair when I can’t get about at all… Were there any disagreements? Sometimes, John has ideas he doesn’t consult me on. One time, I’d been away filming and Prue with hubby John

when I came back there was this rectangular patch in the lawn, I was quite upset about it. He said, “We’re going to play boules in our old age!” Well, I’d never played boules in my life, but do you know what? It’s perfect – the children come along, and we watch them from the window, and if we’re having a drink with friends someone might say, “Let’s go and play!” Have you had any setbacks? The biggest setback has been time – and the weather. One big disaster you’ll see was us drowning a load of rosemary plants. We planted them behind a big old shed, and we had a very wet winter. The shed tipped all the water from its roof onto the end of the bed – so the plants all turned up their toes and died. Tell us about your orchard… It’s got 167 varieties of endangered apple species, damsons and plums that are in danger of being lost because they’re not being planted any

more. I’ve made a lot of crab apple jelly, and pounds and pounds of apple purée – which I’ve got no idea what to do with… The series follows you over 12 months – how is the garden looking now? We’ve done a year’s worth of gardening, but it does still look a little bleak! What we’ve planted isn’t very mature yet. In another year or two, the orchard will look much better, we’ll have a wildflower field and a new shrubbery. We had to have a point for stopping filming – but we still have another acre we haven’t got to yet, which at the moment looks like the moon landing. Do you have a favourite bit? Probably the courtyard. It’s been a huge success; with all these cattle troughs we’ve planted up into flower beds and vegetables, all growing together. I love arranging flowers, I’m slightly obsessed with it…

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NEW SERIES

ROCKETMAN FILM

ALL HAIL SIR ELTON SAT 2 OCT, 9PM, C4

The 2019 film about the legend that is Sir Elton John, with Taron Egerton playing the great man. It’s followed by Elton John: The Red Piano at 11.20pm

BILLIE AND GREG: THE FAMILY DIARIES

SHOCKING NEW DOCUMENTARY THU 7 OCT, 9PM, ITV

GOING IT ALONE WED 6 OCT, 9PM, ITVBE

Billie Faiers and Greg Shepherd’s spin-off show to The Mummy Diaries lands, after Billie’s sis Sam quit long-running series The Mummy Diaries in June of this year. So, what to expect? Much of the same old, really! We’ll just be missing a few faces as the new show focuses on Billie’s life with husband Greg, and their two children – Nelly and Arthur. Writing on her Instagram page, Billie says, “The show must go on for us Sheps. We are excited to bring you along on this next exciting chapter of our journey!”

RIDLEY ROAD

DEMENTIA & US LIVING WITH THE CONDITION

GREAT NEW DRAMA SUN 3 OCT, 9PM, BBC1

Eddie Marsan, Tracy-Ann Oberman and Rory Kinnear star in this gripping story of Vivien, a young Jewish woman (newcomer Agnes O’Casey) who goes undercover in a Nazi group in 1960s London. You’ll be hooked.

TUE 5 OCT, 9PM, BBC2

A moving two-part series following four people with dementia. Chris, 45, has a rare form of the illness caused by a faulty gene, while Marion, 63 (above) has vision problems. We also meet Gilly, a 77-year-old former professional footballer – and Clover, 91.

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NEW SERIES

Seen through the eyes of those who worked alongside Jimmy Savile – now recognised as one of Britain’s most prolific sex offenders – this explores how the once-popular celebrity engineered his career and lifestyle to abuse and escape detection.

THE EMILY ATACK SHOW BACK FOR ROUND TWO THU 7 OCT, 10PM, ITV2

The brilliant Emily Atack debuted her own comedy sketch show in November last year – which went down so well (achieving the biggest audience for a female-led stand-up show in 2020, no less) that she’s back for more, hurrah! Make way for some highly entertaining sketches, and she’s got some fresh material up her sleeve. Last time we were LOLing at her hilare celebrity impersonations and yes, we can reveal – the GC is back for more… “I had the best time making and filming this series,” says Em. “It was the stuff of dreams, and I am ecstatic to get to do it again.”

NEW SERIES

BRASSIC

THE GANG’S ALL BACK! WED 6 OCT, 10PM, SKY MAX / NOW

It’s six months since the end of series three, and Vinnie (Joseph Gilgun) is being released from prison. We still don’t know what Erin (Michelle Keegan) whispered NEW in his ear when he was arrested, but SERIES there’s no time for emotions because Vinnie and his band of hopeless criminal mates are already on to a new scam. Which, in true Brassic style, is completely bonkers, involving stealing a prized bull’s valuable semen and a gang of terrfying farmers. And, with Dominic West reprising his scene-stealing role as Vinnie’s dope-smoking psychiatrist, the frenetic and consistently hilarious Brassic is back with a brilliantly brash bang.

SAVILE: PORTRAIT OF A PREDATOR FACTFILE:

At the Top Of The Pops studio, underage audience members became Savile’s victims – so much so that he felt able to grope a young girl live on the show without fear of repercussions...

STRICTLY COME DANCING FIRST COUPLE OUT SAT 2 / SUN 3 OCT, 6.45 / 7.05PM, BBC1

This week, not only do the twinkle-toed celebs have to impress the Strictly judges – but the viewers at home as well as, for the first time this series, the public vote opens and on Sunday night one couple will be leaving the competition! Nobody wants to fall at that first hurdle…

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Enjoying larks on set: Michelle ou filmed during the pandemic… We felt very lucky to be able to do that, and it was a mad experience to be working during those times. It brought us closer as a team, both in front of the cameras and behind. We didn’t get to see our friends and family for such a long time, but our escape was work. What can we expect in season three? It just feels like the bar’s been raised yet again – and there’s an extra couple of episodes in there. I’d say we had more fun this time; there are new people and we explore in a bit more depth the characters fans know and love. Where is Erin? She sees herself as a businesswoman and she takes over the Rat & Cutter. It’s known for its wild strip nights – but she wants to make it a bit more like a bar, so there’s been a boob ban. She wants it to be a bit posher!

Michelle Keegan, 34, back as single mum Erin in Sky’s original comedy series about a hapless group of friends who commit petty crimes… Without giving too much away, Erin gets arrested... Her brother’s in prison but she’s always been the good one. I feel like we’re seeing her come full circle – the first series she was trying to get away from this lifestyle, the second series she was dragged back into it. Now she’s literally right at the heart of all the drama and where she doesn’t want to be. There’s also a car chase? That was really fun to film! We used a stunt team, but the car ends up at the bottom of a quarry – which we filmed at 1am. It was freezing cold, but the scenes look so good! Who’s the naughtiest on set? I find Ryan [Sampson, who plays Tommo] hilarious. I can just look at him and he’ll make me laugh, even just a facial expression does it for me. But you know what? It’s very hard sometimes to be on set with any of them and try to keep a serious face…

FACTFILE Michelle reckons she’d be up for Brassic – The Movie. She says, “I think with all the scams and stunts it could be a good blockbuster. You never know!” Here’s hoping!

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tv picks THE EARTHSHOT PRIZE: REPAIRING OUR PLANET FACTFILE

Prince William says, “The Earth is at a tipping point, and we face a stark choice: either we continue as we are and irreparably damage our planet – or we remember our unique power as human beings.”

NAKED, ALONE AND RACING TO GET HOME BIZARRE SHOW ALERT WED 6 OCT, 9PM, E4

Two complete strangers are stripped bare of all clothes and possessions and then must race across the English countryside in a bid to be the first to reach their stuff. Up for grabs is a cash prize for charity. Random!

THE CHALLENGES WE FACE SUN 3/TUE 5/WED 6 OCT, 6.05 / 10.35PM, BBC1

THE SPICE GIRLS AT THE BBC WHAT WE REALLY WANT SAT 2 OCT, 9PM, BBC2

Marking 25 years since Geri, Emma, Victoria and the Mels zig-a zig-ah-ed onto the scene, BBC2 takes a trip into the archives to uncover the performances that every Spice Girl devotee will be dying to see.

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DUST OFF THE JOGGERS SUN 3 OCT, 10AM, BBC1 / 8AM, BBC2

NEW SERIES

THE MATING GAME NATURAL HISTORY SERIES SUN 3 OCT, 8PM, BBC1

Sir David Attenborough narrates the charming and fascinating story of nature’s ultimate quest – the search for a perfect partner, in this new five-part landmark series for BBC1 and iPlayer.

For the second year in a row, the race moves from its April date and organisers are confident it will go ahead! In We Run Together (Sat 2, 1.15pm, BBC1), Gabby Logan will be meeting some of the 42,000 runners. Also, 50,000 virtual runners will take on the 26.2-mile course.

In October 2020, Prince William launched The Earthshot Prize – with the aim of repairing damage to our planet over the next 10 years. Taking inspiration from John F. Kennedy’s Moonshot (millions of people united to put man on the moon), this is centred on five “Earthshots” – simple (but ambitious) goals that will improve life for us all if they are achieved by 2030. Popstar Shakira is one of the Prize Council members, and all five episodes will drop on BBC iPlayer.

17 TV TALK COMING SOON David Tennant stars as Phileas Fogg in the BBC’s Around The World In 80 Days – set to hit our screens later this year.

CATCHING A PREDATOR SERIAL MALE RAPIST WED 6 OCT, 9PM, BBC2

Documentary about Reynhard Sinaga, who was found guilty of luring 48 men to his flat and filming himself sexually assaulting and raping them. This tells the story of how he was caught, with one of his victims waiving his right to anonymity to speak out.

WELLBEING SHOW Kate Garraway’s new series Doctor, Can You See Me Now? will use cutting-edge technology to show patients what’s going on inside their bodies.

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CHANNEL 5 6am Milkshake! 10.0 SpongeBob SquarePants. 10.10 SpongeBob SquarePants. 10.25 Entertainment News On 5. 10.30 Friends. 10.55 Friends. 11.25 Friends. 11.55 Friends. 12.25 Friends. 12.55 Police Interceptors. 1.55 Police Interceptors. 2.55 FILM: A Bridge Too Far (1977)

6am CITV. 9.25 ITV News. 9.30 James Martin’s Saturday Morning. 11.40 Ainsley’s Good Mood Food. 12.35 James Martin’s American Adventure. 1.05 Simply Raymond Blanc. 1.35 ITV News; Weather. 1.40 You’ve Been Framed! Unstoppable! 2.40 FILM: Live And Let Die (1973) ★★★★ 5.0 Family Fortunes.

6.05am The King Of Queens. 6.30 The King Of Queens. 6.55 The King Of Queens. 7.20 Mike & Molly. 7.40 Mike & Molly. 8.0 Frasier. 8.25 Frasier. 8.55 Frasier. 9.25 The Simpsons. 9.55 The Simpsons. 10.25 The Simpsons. 10.50 The Simpsons. 11.20 The Simpsons. 11.50 Couples Come Dine With Me. 12.50 Four In A Bed. 1.25 Four In A Bed. 1.55 Four In A Bed. 2.25 Four In A Bed. 3.0 Four In A Bed. 3.35 A Place In The Sun. 4.35 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 5.35 Kirstie And Phil’s Love It Or List It.

6.0 The Hit List Contestants from Cardiff, Derry and Northampton show off their music knowledge. (S)

6.0 Super League Play Off Highlights Action from the

6.0 ITV News; Weather (S) 6.15 ITV News London (S) 6.30 Celebrity Catchphrase

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Claudia Winkleman present as the celebrities take to the dance floor once again, with viewers given the chance to vote for their favourite couples for the first time. (S)

7.0 Meet The Moose Family: Natural World The story of a

✱ 6.45 Strictly Come Dancing Tess Daly and

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With Bill Bailey. (S)

mother moose bringing up her calf in the Canadian Rockies. (R)

8.0 Royal Academy Summer Exhibition 2021

9.0 Blankety Blank New series. Bradley Walsh hosts a revival of the comedy quiz. (S) 9.30 Casualty Matthew’s memories of his time in Africa begin to impact his work. (S)

10.15 BBC News (S) 10.30 Match Of The Day Including Manchester United v Everton. (S)

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6.45am The Dengineers. 7.15 Ricky Wilson’s Art Jam. 7.30 Blue Peter. 8.0 Deadly 60. 8.30 Supersized Earth. 9.30 Landward. 10.0 Hugh’s Wild West. 11.0 Serengeti II. 12.0 The Hairy Bikers Go North. 1.0 Best Bakes Ever. 1.45 Take A Hike. 2.15 Take A Hike. 2.45 Take A Hike. 3.15 Take A Hike. 3.45 Take A Hike. 4.15 Flog It! 5.0 A House Through Time.

Behind the scenes at the London arts institution. (S)

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11.50 Tonight With Target. 12.40 The NFL Show. 1.15 BBC News.

6.45pm Strictly, BBC1

7.30 The Cube Tayif and his younger brother Mo conclude their journey inside The Cube.

8.30 Beat The Chasers Contestants from across the UK take on the six experts. (S)

✱ 9.0 The Spice Girls At The BBC A selection of

9.30 Paul O’Grady’s Saturday Night Line Up

performances by the band. (S)

With Bill Bailey, Mel B, Ross Kemp and Nicola Adams. (S)

10.0 Later – With Jools Holland New series. (S) 10.45 FILM: Last Man Standing: Suge Knight And The Murders Of Biggie And Tupac (2021) ★★★ (S)

10.15 ITV News; Weather (S) 10.35 FILM: The Silence Of The Lambs (1991) ★★★★★

12.30 FILM: The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil (2019) ★★★★ 2.15 This Is BBC Two.

9pm Blankety Blank, BBC1

7.0 Bettany Hughes’ Treasures Of The World The historian visits a dig in Istanbul. Last in the series. (S)

9pm The Spice Girls, BBC2

6.20 5 News Weekend (S) 6.25 FILM: Battle Of Britain

(1969) ★★★ RAF pilots under the leadership of Air Chief Marshal Hugh Dowding defend Britain from the might of the Luftwaffe. Second World War drama, with Laurence Olivier. (S)

8.0 Britain’s Forgotten Wars With Tony Robinson The civil war that raged after the break-up of Yugoslavia. (S)

✱ 9.0 FILM: Rocketman

(2019) ★★★★ Premiere. Elton John enters an addiction rehabilitation session, and recounts his extraordinary life in a flashback. Biopic, starring Taron Egerton. (S)

9.0 Michael Caine: The Man & The Movies The story of the actor’s extraordinary journey to the top of international movie stardom. (S)

10.30 FILM: Harry Brown

(2009) ★★★★ Crime thriller, starring Michael Caine and Emily Mortimer. (S)

Thriller, starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins. (S)

12.45 Shop: Ideal World. 3.0 FYI Extra. 3.15 The Void. 4.05 Unwind With ITV. 5.10 Winning Combination.

★★★★

11.20 Elton John: The Red Piano. 1.20 The Last Leg. 2.15 The Simpsons. 2.40 The Simpsons. 3.05 24 Hours In A&E. 3.55 Iris Prize Best British Shorts: Pompeii. 4.10 Hollyoaks Omnibus.

10pm Jools Holland, BBC2

12.30 Criminals: Caught On Camera. 1.0 The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show. 3.0 Entertainment News On 5. 3.05 Cocaine: Can’t Stop Using. 3.55 The Great Gardening Challenge: The Final. 4.50 Wildlife SOS. 5.15 Great Artists. 5.40 Milkshake! Monkey’s Amazing Adventures. 5.45 Peppa Pig.

9pm Rocketman, Channel 4

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6.20pm Outnumbered. 7.0 Miranda. 7.40 Miranda. 8.20 Miranda. Things look up for Miranda’s love life. 9.0 The Catherine Tate Show. 9.40 The Catherine Tate Show. 10.20 The Catherine Tate Show. Peter Kay guest stars. 11.0 Louis Theroux: By Reason Of Insanity. 12midnight Louis Theroux: By Reason Of Insanity.

5.25pm FILM: Shark Tale (2004) ★★ 6.10 FILM: Despicable Me 3 (2017) ★★★ 8.0 FILM: Pitch Perfect 2 (2015) ★★★ 10.15 Family Guy. 10.45 Family Guy. 11.15 Family Guy. 11.45 American Dad! 12.10am American Dad! 12.40 The Stand Up Sketch Show. 1.10 The Stand Up Sketch Show. 1.40 Don’t Hate The Playaz.

4.20pm FILM: The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Voyage Of The Dawn Treader (2010) ★★★ 6.30 FILM: Now You See Me 2 (2016) ★★ 9.0 Celebrity Gogglebox. 10.0 Gogglebox. 11.05 Gogglebox. 12.10am First Dates: Valentine’s. 1.15 First Dates. 2.20 The Love Triangle. 3.15 Celebrity Gogglebox. 4.10 Kitchen Nightmares.

ITVB E 6pm The Real Housewives Of Cheshire. 7.0 Dinner Date. 8.0 Celebrity Dinner Date. 9.0 Botched. Terry Dubrow performs surgery on a woman whose nipples are too high. 10.0 Ibiza Weekender XXL. Love Island’s Rykard joins the show. 11.30 Ibiza Weekender XXL. 12.35am Unwind With ITV. 1.0 Teleshopping.

E! 6pm Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 7.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 8.0 The E! True Hollywood Story. 9.0 10 Things You Don’t Know. 9.30 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 10.0 Botched. 11.0 Botched. 12midnight Botched. 1.0 DR. 90210. 2.0 Teleshopping. 2.30 Teleshopping. 3.0 Big Rich Texas. 4.0 Wags LA.

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TLC

SKY SHOWCASE

SKY ATLANTIC

SKY DOCUMENTARIES

6pm Catfish: The TV Show. 7.0 Catfish: The TV Show. 8.0 Teen Mom UK: My Birth Story. 9.0 Geordie Shore: Ten Years On The Toon. 10.0 True Life Crime. 11.0 True Life Crime. 12midnight Catfish: The TV Show. 1.0 Adorableness. 1.30 Deliciousness. 2.0 Ridiculousness. 2.25 Ridiculousness. 2.50 Ridiculousness.

6pm Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta. 6.30 Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta. 7.0 Say Yes To The Dress: America. 8.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 9.0 My Feet Are Killing Me. 10.0 Hoarding: Buried Alive. 11.0 Sex Sent Me To The ER. 12midnight Dr Pimple Popper. 1.0 My Feet Are Killing Me. 2.0 Hoarding: Buried Alive. 3.0 Sex Sent Me To The ER.

6pm Shipwrecks: When History Resurfaces. 7.0 Football’s Funniest Moments. 7.30 Live Fight Night International. 10.30 FILM: Cloverfield (2008) ★★★★ 12.15am A League Of Their Own. 1.15 The Russell Howard Hour. 2.15 S.W.A.T. 3.10 Road Wars. 3.35 NCIS: Los Angeles. 4.30 Modern Family. 5.0 Modern Family.

5.50pm The Sopranos. 6.50 The Sopranos. 7.55 The Sopranos. 9.0 Game Of Thrones. Jorah and Tyrion run into slavers. 10.05 Game Of Thrones. Sansa tries to talk to Theon. 11.10 Game Of Thrones. 12.15am Game Of Thrones. 1.20 Game Of Thrones. 2.25 Californication. 3.0 Californication. 3.35 Californication.

6pm What’s My Name: Muhammad Ali. 7.30 What’s My Name: Muhammad Ali. 9.0 Between The World And Me. 10.50 Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher And Debbie Reynolds. 12.40am FILM: I Am Evidence (2017) ★★★★ 2.20 PL Legends: Robbie Fowler. 3.0 Persona: The Dark Truth Behind Personality Tests.

Sunday 3 October BBC1 6am

6am Breakfast. 7.10 Match Of The Day. 8.30 Politics England. 9.0 The Andrew 10.0 London Marathon. Marr Show. 2.30 BBC News. 2.45 Songs Of Praise. 3.25 Points Of View. 3.40 Best Of Seven Worlds, One Planet. 4.40 BBC News. 4.55 BBC Regional News; Weather. 5.05 Countryfile.

✱

6pm ✱ 6.05 The Earthshot

Prize: Repairing Our Planet

New series. Five ambitious goals to repair our planet. (S)

7pm ✱ 7.05 Strictly Come

Dancing: The Results The two lowest-scoring couples face elimination. (S)

8pm ✱ 8.0 The Mating Game A new landmark nature series, narrated by Sir David Attenborough. (S)

9pm ✱ 9.0 Ridley Road New

series. Fact-based drama about an anti-fascist group. (S)

10pm

10.0 BBC News (S) 10.20 BBC Regional News (S) 10.30 Match Of The Day 2

ITV

CHANNEL 5

6.05am Gardeners’ World. 7.05 Countryfile. 8.0 London Marathon. 10.0 Your Home Made Perfect. 11.0 The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes. 12.0 MOTD Live: Women’s Super League. 2.40 Flog It! 3.30 Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop. 4.30 Saving Lives At Sea. 5.30 Villages By The Sea.

6am CITV. 9.25 ITV News. 9.30 Wonders Of Scotland With David Hayman. 10.0 Love Your Weekend With Alan Titchmarsh. 11.55 All Around Britain. 12.55 ITV News; Weather. 1.0 ITV Racing Live: Prix De L’Arc De Triomphe. 3.30 Tipping Point: Lucky Stars. 4.30 Dickinson’s Biggest And Best Deals. 5.30 The Cube.

6.10am Mike & Molly. 6.30 Mike & Molly. 6.55 Mike & Molly. 7.15 The King Of Queens. 7.40 The King Of Queens. 8.05 The King Of Queens. 8.30 The Simpsons. 9.0 The Simpsons. 9.30 Sunday Brunch. 12.30 The Simpsons. 12.55 The Simpsons. 1.25 The Simpsons. 1.50 The Simpsons. 2.20 The Simpsons. 2.45 The Great British Bake Off. 4.15 FILM: Mrs Doubtfire (1993) ★★★★

6am Milkshake! 10.0 SpongeBob SquarePants. 10.15 SpongeBob SquarePants. 10.25 Entertainment News On 5. 10.30 NFL End Zone. 10.55 Friends. 11.25 Friends. 11.55 Friends. 12.25 Friends. 12.55 FILM: Planet Of The Apes (2001) ★★★ 3.10 FILM: The Fifth Element (1997) ★★★★ 5.35 5 News Weekend. 5.40 FILM: Tomb Raider (2018) ★★★★

6.0 London Marathon Highlights Action from the

6.30 ITV News; Weather (S) 6.45 ITV News London (S)

6.30 News (S)

7.0 Family Fortunes The

7.0 Big Ben: Restoring The World’s Most Famous Clock

BBC2 ✱

41st staging of the race. (S)

7.0 Incredible Journeys With Simon Reeve The presenter discusses the challenge of preserving unspoilt wildernesses. Last in the series. (S) (R)

8.0 Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing (S) 8.30 Chris And Meg’s Wild Summer Last in the series. (S)

11.45 The Women’s Football Show. 12.20 FILM: Rosie (2018) ★★★★ 1.50 BBC News.

9pm Ridley Road, BBC1

Serghiou family from Clactonon-Sea face the Cooper family from Scotland. (S)

✱ 8.0 Midsomer Murders The owners of Karras Games gather for a murder mystery weekend. (S)

✱ 9.0 The Ranganation

9.45 FILM: If Beale Street Could Talk (2018) Premiere. A couple’s plans of starting a family are derailed when the fiance is arrested for a crime they did not commit. Drama, starring KiKi Layne and Stephan James. (S)

11.35 FILM: I Am Not Your Negro (2016) ★★★★ 1.05 Sign Zone: Prince Philip: The Royal Family Remembers. 2.05 Sign Zone: Question Time. 3.05 Sign Zone: Holby City. 3.45 This Is BBC Two.

6.05pm The Earthshot Prize, BBC1

Architectural historian Anna Keay explores restoration work on the clock tower. (S)

8.0 Lost Treasure Tombs Of The Ancient Maya Part two of two. Evidence of human sacrifice is uncovered in Honduras. (S)

9.0 Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins The five

New series. Topical comedy. (S)

Including Liverpool v Manchester City. (S)

11pm

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remaining recruits go on the run from a trained team of hunters. Last in the series. (S)

10.0 ITV News; Weather (S) 10.20 Sorry, I Didn’t Know (S) 10.45 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera (S) (R) 11.40 All Around Britain. 12.40 Shop: Ideal World. 3.0 FYI Extra. 3.15 Motorsport UK. 4.05 Unwind With ITV. 5.05 Tipping Point.

8pm Midsomer Murders, ITV

8.0 Million Pound Motorhomes Rustie Lee goes shopping for her first motorhome. Last in the series.

9.0 Rich House, Poor House Organic farmers trade places with a millionaire businesswoman. (S) (R)

10.0 Foxy’s Fearless 48 Hours With Maya Jama

10.0 When TV Goes Horribly Wrong A compilation of

Model Maya Jama trains to bungee jump off a transporter bridge. (S)

television mishaps. (S) (R)

11.0 Gogglebox. 12.0 FILM: Overlord (2018) ★★★★ 1.50 FILM: Nobody’s Fool (2018) ★★★ 3.40 FILM: Iris Prize Best British Shorts: Dungarees (2020) ★★★ 3.50 Couples Come Dine With Me. 4.40 Location, Location, Location. 5.35 Beat The Chef.

1.0 The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show. 3.0 Entertainment News On 5. 3.10 The Tube: Going Underground. 4.0 British Made With John Prescott. 4.45 Wildlife SOS. 5.10 Great Artists. 5.40 Milkshake! Monkey’s Amazing Adventures. 5.45 Peppa Pig.

9pm The Ranganation, BBC2

10pm Foxy’s Fearless, Channel 4

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6.20pm Miranda. 7.0 Extreme Food Phobics. 8.0 Nurses Down Under. 9.0 Louis Theroux: By Reason Of Insanity. 10.0 Louis Theroux: By Reason Of Insanity. 11.0 Inside The Ambulance: Coast And Country. 12midnight One Born: What Happened Next? 1.0 The Wedding Fixer. 2.0 Disaster DIY. 2.25 Disaster DIY. 3.0 Teleshopping.

5.05pm FILM: Hotel Transylvania (2012) ★★★ 6.55 FILM: The Fast And The Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006) ★★ 9.0 FILM: Mean Girls (2004) ★★★★ 11.10 Family Guy. 11.35 Family Guy. 12midnight American Dad! 12.25 American Dad! 12.55 Iain Stirling’s CelebAbility. 1.40 Don’t Hate The Playaz. 2.25 Guinness World Records.

MTV 6pm Catfish: The TV Show. 7.0 Teen Mom UK: My Birth Story. 8.0 Teen Mom OG. 9.0 Teen Mom: Young & Pregnant. 10.0 Catfish: The TV Show. 11.0 True Life Crime. 12midnight Floribama Shore. 1.0 Ridiculousness. 1.30 Ridiculousness. 2.0 Ridiculousness. 2.25 Ridiculousness. 2.50 Ridiculousness.

TLC 6pm Doubling Down With The Derricos. 7.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire. 8.0 I Love A Mama’s Boy. 9.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 10.0 Body Bizarre. 11.0 Life After Lockup. 12midnight I Love A Mama’s Boy. 1.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 2.0 Body Bizarre. 3.0 Life After Lockup. 4.0 Say Yes To The Dress: UK. 4.30 Say Yes To The

E4 6.10pm The Big Bang Theory. 6.40 FILM: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014) ★★★ 9.0 FILM: Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015) ★★★★★ 11.35 Naked Attraction. 12.40am Gogglebox. 1.40 Taskmaster. 2.45 The Big Bang Theory. 3.10 The Big Bang Theory. 3.35 Hollyoaks Omnibus.

SKY SHOWCASE 6pm Mr Mayor. 6.30 Live WSL. 9.0 The Bambers: Murder At The Farm. 10.0 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 10.45 Saturday Night Live. 12.15am Wolfe. 1.15 Hawaii Five-0. 2.10 NCIS: Los Angeles. 3.05 NCIS: Los Angeles. 4.0 Modern Family. 4.30 Modern Family. 5.0 The Early Rundown. 5.30 The Early Rundown.

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5.55pm Celebrity Dinner Date. 7.0 Ferne McCann: First Time Mum. 8.0 Mummy Diaries Extra. 9.0 The Only Way Is Essex. Demi decides it is time for some soul searching with the help of her sisters. 10.0 Botched. The most memorable celebrity patients. 11.0 Botched. 11.55 Vanderpump Rules. 12.50am Unwind With ITV.

6pm Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 7.0 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 7.30 Dating: No Filter. 8.0 Celebrity Game Face. 9.0 Celebrity Game Face. 10.0 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 10.30 10 Things You Don’t Know. 11.0 The E! True Hollywood Story. 12midnight The Funny Dance Show. 1.0 We Got Love Teyana & Iman.

SKY ATLANTIC 5.35pm The Sopranos. 6.45 The Sopranos. 7.50 The Sopranos. 9.0 Britannia. 10.0 FILM: The Red Turtle (2016) ★★★★ Animated fantasy. 11.40 In Treatment. 12.15am In Treatment. 12.50 Your Honor. 2.0 Californication. 2.40 Californication. 3.20 Californication. 4.0 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets.

SKY DOCUMENTARIES 4.30pm FILM: Jane Fonda In Five Acts (2018) ★★★★ 7.0 The Apollo. 9.0 King In The Wilderness. 11.10 FILM: I Am Burt Reynolds (2020) ★★★ 1am Our Towns. 2.50 FILM: After Truth: Disinformation And The Cost Of Fake News (2020) ★★★ 4.40 My Icon: Ebony Rainford-Brent. 5.0 Harrow: A Very British School.

Monday 4 October BBC1 6am

6pm

BBC2

✱ CLOSER PICKS

ITV

CHANNEL 5

6am Breakfast. 9.15 Rip Off Britain. 10.0 Defenders UK. 10.45 Claimed And Shamed. 11.15 Homes Under The Hammer. 12.15 Bargain Hunt. 1.0 BBC News At One; Weather. 1.30 BBC Regional News; Weather. 1.45 Doctors. 2.15 Unbeatable. 3.0 Escape To The Country. 3.45 Garden Rescue. 4.30 Antiques Road Trip. 5.15 Pointless.

6.30am Bargain Hunt. 7.15 Antiques Road Trip. 8.0 Sign Zone: Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop. 9.0 BBC News At 9. 10.0 BBC News. 12.15 Politics Live Conference 2021. 1.0 Head Hunters. 1.45 Eggheads. 2.20 FILM: Crossfire (1947) ★★★★ 3.45 Curiosity. 4.30 Glorious Gardens From Above. 5.15 Flog It!

6am Good Morning Britain. 9.0 Lorraine. 10.0 This Morning. 12.30 Loose Women. 1.30 ITV Lunchtime News. 1.55 ITV News London. 2.0 Judge Rinder’s Crime Stories. 3.0 Winning Combination. 4.0 Tipping Point. 5.0 The Chase.

6am Countdown. 6.40 Cheers. 7.05 Cheers. 7.35 The King Of Queens. 8.0 The King Of Queens. 8.30 The King Of Queens. 9.0 Frasier. 9.30 Frasier. 10.0 Frasier. 10.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 11.25 Channel 4 News Summary. 11.30 Find It, Fix It, Flog It. 12.30 Steph’s Packed Lunch. 2.10 Countdown. 3.0 A Place In The Sun. 4.0 Chateau DIY. 5.0 Four In A Bed. 5.30 The Perfect Pitch.

6am Milkshake! 9.15 Jeremy Vine. 11.15 Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords. 12.10 5 News At Lunchtime. 12.15 Police Interceptors. 1.15 Home And Away. 1.45 Neighbours. 2.15 FILM: Witness To Murder: A Darrow & Darrow Mystery (2020) ★★ 4.0 Bargain-Loving Brits In The Sun. 5.0 5 News At 5. 5.30 Neighbours.

6.0 BBC News At Six (S) 6.30 BBC Regional News (S)

6.0 Richard Osman’s House Of Games With Roger

6.0 ITV News London (S) 6.30 ITV Evening News (S)

6.0 The Simpsons (S) (R) 6.30 Hollyoaks Nancy

6.0 Home And Away S) (R) 6.30 Eggheads New

comes to a realisation. (S) (R)

series. A team that organised a charity online pub quiz takes on the experts. (S)

7.0 News (S) 7.55 Rebecca’s Story: Stand Up To Cancer A short film

7.0 London’s Greatest Bridges With Rob Bell (S)

Black, Jo Brand, Sanjeev Kohli and Tiff Stevenson. (S)

6.30 Strictly: It Takes Two (S)

7pm

7.0 The One Show Jermaine Jenas and Sam Quek present stories and celebrity chat. (S) 7.35 Panorama (S)

8pm

8.05 EastEnders Suki uses her authority to get revenge. (S)

8.30 The Goes Wrong Show Comedy, starring Henry Lewis and Henry Shields. (S)

9pm

9.0 Silent Witness Forensic crime drama. (S)

10pm

10.0 BBC News At Ten (S) 10.25 BBC Regional News (S) 10.35 RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Oti Mabuse puts the

7.0 River Walks: The Deben Miranda Krestovnikoff walks along the Deben in Suffolk. (S) 7.30 Mastermind Subjects include James Bond villains and the life of Lord Byron. (S)

7.0 Emmerdale (S) 7.30 Coronation Street Nina decides to shame Corey. (S)

about Rebecca, who has had cancer four times. (S) (R)

8.0 Only Connect (S) 8.30 University Challenge

8.0 Beyond The Line: North Wales Traffic Cops A look at

Wolfson College, Oxford, clash with the University of Bristol. (S)

the dangers of the job and attacks on police officers. (S)

8.0 Jamie Oliver: Together The chef prepares a curry with a selection of side dishes. (S)

8.30 Coronation Street (S)

8.0 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders A suspected drug dealer has an unusual explanation for the contents of his car. (S)

9.0 Blair & Brown: The New Labour Revolution

9.0 Gordon, Gino & Fred Go Greek! The boys head to the

9.0 24 Hours In Police Custody A brawl fought with

9.0 Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts Life

New series. Examining the careers of those at the heart of New Labour. (S)

Greek capital Athens in a vintage VW campervan. (S)

knives and hammers breaks out in front of a takeaway. (S)

in the A&E department of Barnsley Hospital. (S)

10.0 Alma’s Not Normal The hospital informs Lin that her section could finally be lifted. (S)

10.15 ITV News (S) 10.45 ITV News London (S)

10.0 First Dates A sexual health advisor with two soonto-be-married daughters goes looking for love. (S)

10.0 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack

11.15 Black Power: A British Story Of Resistance. 12.45 Sign Zone: Countryfile. 1.45 Sign Zone: Saving Lives At Sea. 2.45 Sign Zone: When Ruby Wax Met. 3.45 This Is BBC Two.

11.0 Manhunt The Night Stalker. 11.55 All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite. 12.45 Shop: Ideal World. 3.0 FYI Extra. 3.15 Lingo. 4.05 Unwind With ITV. 5.05 Tipping Point.

11.05 The Holden Girls: Mandy & Myrtle. 11.40 The Holden Girls: Mandy & Myrtle. 12.05 Sex Actually With Alice Levine. 1.05 Undercover Boss USA. 1.55 Iris Prize Best British Shorts: Mandem. 2.10 FILM: Woman At War (2018) ★★★★ 3.50 Iris Prize Best British Shorts: The Scene.

11.05 Police UK: Armed & Deadly. 12.0 Criminals: Caught On Camera. 12.50 Entertainment News On 5. 1.0 Live NFL: Monday Night Football. 4.30 Britain’s Greatest Bridges. 4.45 Wildlife SOS. 5.10 House Doctor. 5.35 Fireman Sam. 5.45 Paw Patrol.

10.30 Newsnight (S)

The rising number of assaults on police officers. (S)

queens through their paces. (S)

11pm

11.50 The Apprentice Australia. 1.0 The Graham Norton Show. 1.50 BBC News.

9pm Silent Witness, BBC1

9pm Blair & Brown, BBC2

9pm Gordon, Gino & Fred, ITV

8pm Jamie Oliver, Channel 4

7.30pm Married At First Sight, E4

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6pm Property Brothers: Forever Homes. 7.0 MasterChef Australia. 8.0 Inside The Ambulance. 9.0 Extreme Food Phobics. 10.0 Killer Women With Piers Morgan. The broadcaster meets a Florida woman convicted of her husband’s murder. 11.0 Louis Theroux: Miami Mega Jail. 12midnight One Born Every Minute. 1.0 The Wedding Fixer.

6pm Celebrity Catchphrase. 7.0 Superstore. 7.30 Superstore. 8.0 Bob’s Burgers. 8.30 Bob’s Burgers. 9.0 Family Guy. 9.30 American Dad! 10.0 Family Guy. 10.30 Family Guy. 10.55 Family Guy. 11.25 American Dad! 11.55 Bob’s Burgers. 12.20am Bob’s Burgers. 12.50 Superstore. 1.20 Superstore.

6pm The Big Bang Theory. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 7.0 Hollyoaks. 7.30 Married At First Sight Australia. 9.0 Married At First Sight UK: Reunion. 10.0 Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist. 11.0 Naked Attraction. 12.05am Married At First Sight Australia. 1.40 Married At First Sight UK: Reunion. 2.35 Gogglebox. 3.30 First Dates.

6pm Masters Of Flip. 7.0 Buying And Selling. 8.0 Dinner Date. Grace from Kingston upon Thames looks for love. 9.0 Totally Unbelievable. 10.0 Botched. Patients who travelled abroad and ended up with a surgical disaster. 11.0 Love Island USA. 11.55 The Only Way Is Essex. 12.45am Unwind With ITV. 1.0 Teleshopping.

6pm Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry. 7.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 8.0 Celebrity Game Face. 9.0 10 Things You Don’t Know. 9.30 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 10.0 DR. 90210. 11.0 The E! True Hollywood Story. 12midnight Botched. 1.0 Kourtney & Kim Take New York. 2.0 Teleshopping. 2.30 Teleshopping.

✱

MTV

TLC

SKY SHOWCASE

SKY ATLANTIC

6pm Catfish: The One No-One Suspected. 7.0 Rich Kids Go Skint. 8.0 MTV Cribs US. 8.30 MTV Cribs US. 9.0 Catfish: The TV Show. 10.0 The Challenge: Spies, Lies And Allies. 11.30 Ridiculousness. 12midnight Tattoo Disasters: What Were You Inking? 1.0 Deliciousness. 1.30 Deliciousness. 2.0 Celeb Ex In The City. 2.50 Teen Cribs.

6pm Welcome To Plathville: Fractured. 7.0 Little People, Big World. 8.0 Welcome To Plathville. 9.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire. 10.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 11.0 I Love A Mama’s Boy. 12midnight Welcome To Plathville. 1.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire. 2.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 3.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire.

6pm The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.0 The Simpsons. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.0 Landmark. 9.0 The Great Debate. 10.0 Last Week Tonight With John Oliver. 10.40 Escobar By Escobar. 11.40 The Russell Howard Hour. 12.40am Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 1.25 Manifest. 2.25 Road Wars. 3.0 Hawaii Five-0.

5.40pm Succession. 6.45 Succession. 7.50 Game Of Thrones. 9.0 In Treatment. 9.35 In Treatment. Brooke confronts revelations that may inform her future. 10.10 Dexter. The vigilante killer hires a nanny. 11.15 Dexter. 12.20am True Blood. 1.25 True Blood. 2.30 True Blood. 3.35 Californication. 4.10 Urban Secrets.

SKY DOCUMENTARIES 6pm Harrow: A Very British School. 7.0 The Story Of Late Night. 8.0 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets. 9.0 I Am Steve McQueen. 10.40 Micah Richards: Tackling Racism. 11.40 Escobar By Escobar. 12.35am Persona: The Dark Truth Behind Personality Tests. 2.25 PL Legends: Juninho. 3.0 The Directors.

Tuesday 5 October BBC1 6am

6pm

BBC2

ITV

8pm

6am Milkshake! 9.15 Jeremy Vine. 11.15 Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords. 12.10 5 News At Lunchtime. 12.15 Police Interceptors. 1.15 Home And Away. 1.45 Neighbours. 2.20 FILM: A Sinister Secret (2020) ★★★ 4.0 Bargain-Loving Brits In The Sun. 5.0 5 News At 5. 5.30 Neighbours.

6.0 BBC News At Six (S) 6.30 BBC Regional News (S)

6.0 Richard Osman’s House Of Games With Roger Black. (S) 6.30 Strictly: It Takes Two

6.0 ITV News London (S) 6.30 ITV Evening News (S)

6.0 The Simpsons Homer

6.0 Home And Away It is getting harder for Chloe and Ryder to hide their secret use of the kitchen. (S) (R)

7.0 The One Show With Sam Quek and Jermaine Jenas. (S) 7.30 EastEnders Dotty is left shocked by an unwanted. (S) 7.50 Holby City Donna struggles to connect with Mia. (S)

7.0 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Comedians Jamali

8.30 My Family Janey’s

8.0 Saving Lives At Sea A man suffers a seizure at sea. (S)

9.0 Silent Witness Part two

11pm

Maddix and Bobby Mair compete in West Yorkshire. (S) (R)

7.0 Emmerdale Meena makes her presence felt. (S)

7.0 News (S)

6.30 Eggheads (S)

7.0 GPs: Behind Closed Doors Regular patient Tina comes to see Dr Sobia Wyne. (S)

Last in the series. (S)

✱ 9.0 Dementia & Us

8.0 Love Your Garden Alan Titchmarsh and team demonstrate how to take inspiration from the gardens of grand stately homes. (S)

9.0 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera A man

10.0 BBC News At Ten (S) 10.25 BBC Regional News; (S) ✱ 10.35 The Earthshot Prize: Repairing Our Planet

10.0 Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

11.40 Question Of Sport. 12.10 Richard Osman’s House Of Games Night. 12.40 The Hit List. 1.30 BBC News.

11.15 NFL This Week. 12.05 Sign Zone: Patrick Kielty: One Hundred Years Of Union. 1.05 Sign Zone: For Peat’s Sake – Our Lives. 1.35 Sign Zone: A Killing In Tiger Bay. 2.35 This Is BBC Two.

6.30pm It Takes Two, BBC2

worries about his marriage. (S) (R) 6.30 Hollyoaks Cindy decides to call Luke out. (S) (R)

7.30 Wonders Of Scotland With David Hayman

Groundbreaking two-part series following four people suffering from dementia. (S)

of two. Jack and Simone fight to keep the care home residents alive. Last in the series. (S)

10pm

CHANNEL 5

6.30am Bargain Hunt. 7.15 Antiques Road Trip. 8.0 Sign Zone: Shop Well For Less? 9.0 BBC News At 9. 10.0 BBC News. 12.15 Politics Live Conference 2021. 1.0 Head Hunters. 1.45 Eggheads. 2.20 FILM: A Woman’s Secret (1949) ★★ 3.45 Curiosity. 4.30 Glorious Gardens From Above. 5.15 Flog It!

boyfriend stays the night. (S) (R)

9pm

With the winners of Sunday night’s dance-off. (S)

7pm

✱ CLOSER PICKS

Paul and Bob are on the River Severn. Last in the series. (S) (R)

10.30 Newsnight (S)

9pm Dementia & Us, BBC2

✱ 8.0 The Great British Bake Off The contestants take on a trio of bread challenges. (S)

✱ 9.30 Murder Island

8.0 The Yorkshire Vet A goat with a painful foot condition is brought in to see Peter. (S)

9.0 Our Yorkshire Farm

New series. Amateur investigators compete to solve a dramatised murder. (S)

New series. The family tackle their second lockdown during one of the worst winters they have ever faced. (S)

10.0 ITV News (S) 10.30 ITV News London (S) 10.45 Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport (S) (R)

10.30 Gogglebox The

10.0 Hoarder Homes: No Room To Move Helping

11.10 Beat The Chasers. 12.10 Junk And Disorderly. 1.0 Shop: Ideal World. 3.0 FYI Extra. 3.15 Loose Women. 4.05 Unwind With ITV. 5.05 Tipping Point.

11.35 Taskmaster. 12.35 Foxy’s Fearless 48 Hours With Maya Jama. 1.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 2.20 Undercover Boss USA. 3.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 4.05 Unreported World. 4.30 Location, Location, Location. 5.25 Beat The Chef. 5.50 Comfort Food.

wrestles an alligator to save the life of his puppy. (S)

households’ opinions on recent TV. (S) (R)

9.30pm Murder Island, Channel 4

8pm Bake Off, Channel 4

people who have a complusion to hoard. (S) 11.0 FILM: King Of Thieves (2018) ★★★ 1.10 The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show. 3.10 Inside The Tube: Going Underground. 4.0 British Made With John Prescott. 4.45 Wildlife SOS. 5.10 House Doctor. 5.35 Fireman Sam. 5.45 Paw Patrol.

9pm Yorkshire Farm, Channel 5

SATELL ITE I D IG I TAL I C AB L E L ISTI NGS W 6pm Property Brothers: Forever Homes. 7.0 MasterChef Australia. 8.0 Inside The Ambulance: Coast And Country. 9.0 Inside The Ambulance: Coast And Country. A site foreman has a heart attack on a building site. 10.0 Nurses Down Under. 10.59 Killer Women With Piers Morgan. 12midnight One Born Every Minute.

ITV2 6pm Catchphrase Celebrity Special. 7.0 Superstore. 7.30 Superstore. 8.0 Bob’s Burgers. 8.30 Bob’s Burgers. 9.0 Family Guy. 9.30 Family Guy. 10.0 Plebs. 10.30 Plebs. 11.0 Family Guy. 11.30 American Dad! 12midnight American Dad! 12.30 Bob’s Burgers. 12.55 Bob’s Burgers. 1.25 Superstore. 1.55 Superstore.

ITVB E

6pm The Big Bang Theory. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 7.0 Hollyoaks. 7.30 Married At First Sight Australia. 9.15 Celebrity Gogglebox. 10.20 Naked Attraction. 11.25 Naked Attraction. 12.30am Married At First Sight Australia. 2.15 Gogglebox. 3.10 First Dates. 4.05 The Big Bang Theory. 4.30 The Big Bang Theory.

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6pm Masters Of Flip. 7.0 Buying And Selling. 8.0 Dinner Date. 9.0 Ferne McCann: First Time Mum. Ferne decides to try ice skating with former team GB ice hockey player and best friend Ellis. 10.0 Botched. 11.0 Love Island USA. 11.55 The Only Way Is Essex. 12.45am Unwind With ITV. 1.0 Teleshopping.

E! 6pm Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry. 7.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 8.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 9.0 THS. 10.0 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 10.30 Nightly Pop. 11.0 Celebrity Game Face. 12midnight Botched. 1.0 Kourtney & Kim Take New York. 2.0 Teleshopping. 2.30 Teleshopping. 3.0 Big Rich Texas.

MTV

TLC

SKY SHOWCASE

SKY ATLANTIC

SKY DOCUMENTARIES

6pm Catfish: The TV Show. 7.0 Rich Kids Go Skint. 8.0 It’s Your Fault I’m Fat. 9.0 Teen Mom UK: My Birth Story. 10.0 Geordie Shore: Nathan’s Story. 11.0 True Life Crime UK. 12midnight Ridiculousness. 12.30 Ridiculousness. 1.0 Deliciousness. 1.30 Deliciousness. 2.0 Celeb Ex In The City. 2.50 Teen Cribs. 3.15 Teen Cribs. 3.40 Teen Cribs.

6pm Say Yes To The Dress. 7.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire. 8.0 Say Yes To The Dress: In Sickness And In Health. 9.0 Life After Lockup. 10.0 Life After Lockup. 11.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 12midnight Say Yes To The Dress: In Sickness And In Health. 1.0 Life After Lockup. 2.0 Life After Lockup. 3.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire.

6pm The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.0 The Simpsons. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.0 Supergirl. 9.0 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 9.45 FILM: The Dark Knight (2008) ★★★★★ 12.30am Hitmen: Reloaded. 1.0 Hitmen: Reloaded. 1.30 Code 404. 2.0 Wellington Paranormal. 2.30 Wellington Paranormal.

5.40pm Succession. 6.45 Succession. 7.50 Game Of Thrones. 9.0 Britannia. Cait and her band continue their quest to reach Lucius. 10.0 Patrick Melrose. In 2003, Patrick and his family visit his ailing mother for the summer. 11.10 Dexter. 12.15am Dexter. 1.20 Californication. 2.0 Billions. 3.05 True Blood. 4.10 The British.

6pm Rolling Stone: Stories From The Edge. 7.0 The Story Of Late Night. 8.0 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets. 9.0 What’s My Name: Muhammad Ali. 10.30 What’s My Name: Muhammad Ali. 12midnight FILM: Cobain: Montage Of Heck (2015) ★★★★ 2.30 PL Legends: Jamie Carragher. 3.0 The Directors.

Wednesday 6 October BBC1 6am

6pm

7pm

6am Milkshake! 9.15 Jeremy Vine. 11.15 Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords. 12.10 5 News. 12.15 Police Interceptors. 1.15 Home And Away. 1.45 Neighbours. 2.20 FILM: A Deceitful Mother: Lies That Kill (2020) ★★★ 4.0 BargainLoving Brits In The Sun. 5.0 5 News At 5. 5.30 Neighbours.

6.0 BBC News At Six (S) 6.30 BBC Regional News (S) 6.55 Party Political Broadcast By The Conservative Party (S)

6.0 Richard Osman’s House Of Games (S) 6.30 Strictly: It Takes Two

6.0 ITV News London (S) 6.25 Party Political Broadcast By the

6.0 The Simpsons

6.0 Home And Away The allnighters are taking their toll on Ryder and Chloe. (S) (R)

Janette Manrara chats to four more couples. (S)

Conservative Party. (S)

7.0 The One Show With Sam Quek and Jermaine Jenas. (S)

7.0 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip David Gower and Nick

7.0 Emmerdale Rodney continues his campaign. (S) 7.30 Coronation Street Kevin is worried that something has happened to Abi. (S)

8.0 The Repair Shop Items include a steel-bodied guitar and a sculpture broken in an earthquake. (S)

9.0 28 Up: Millennium Generation Stacey is starting a new chapter after teaching in China. (S)

10pm

11pm

CHANNEL 5

6.30am Escape To The Country. 7.15 Antiques Road Trip. 8.0 Sign Zone: See Hear. 8.30 Sign Zone: Beechgrove. 9.0 BBC News At 9. 10.0 BBC News. 11.0 Politics Live Conference 2021. 1.0 Head Hunters. 1.45 Eggheads. 2.15 Celebrity Painting Challenge. 3.15 An Island Parish: Anguilla. 3.45 Curiosity. 4.30 Glorious Gardens From Above. 5.15 Flog It!

Hancock head to Hampshire. (S)

Scots-Asian hillwalking group.

9pm

7.30 Boots And Beards – Our Lives The story of a

8pm

ITV

BBC2

✱ CLOSER PICKS

10.0 BBC News At Ten (S) 10.25 BBC Regional News (S) ✱ 10.35 The Earthshot Prize: Repairing Our Planet 11.35 The Mating Game. 12.35 Ambulance. 1.40 BBC News.

9pm Catching A Predator, BBC2

8.0 Your Home Made Perfect Two architects compete using virtual reality to remodel a 1990s build in Milton Keynes. (S)

✱ 9.0 Catching A Predator

The inside story of the investigation into serial male rapist Reynhard Sinaga. (S)

10.0 Mock The Week Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back on 2020. (S) (R)

6.30 ITV Evening News (S)

8.0 Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport (S) 8.30 Coronation Street Kevin’s hunt for Abi leads to an encounter with Seb’s dad. (S)

7.0 News (S) 7.55 Young Carers: Stand Up To Cancer Three girls looking after their mum, who has brain cancer. (S)

8.0 Location, Location, Location Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer go house hunting in north Wales and Cheshire. (S)

6.30 Eggheads (S)

7.0 The Gadget Show Jon takes to the skies to put Apple’s highly impressive AirPods Max to the test. (S)

8.0 This Week On The Farm Peter Wright finds out about the damage plastic waste causes to local marine life. (S)

9.0 Iceland With Alexander Armstrong New

9.0 Hollington Drive Theresa and Helen are still trying to make sense of the children’ conflicting stories. (S)

9.0 Grand Designs A couple planning to create a hybrid structure in Cumbria. (S)

10.0 ITV News (S) 10.30 ITV News London (S) 10.45 Peston Political

10.0 Sex Actually With Alice Levine Alice explores the

10.0 Million Pound Motorhomes The most

flourishing world of sex and wellness. Last in the series. (S)

impressive motorhomes. (S) (R)

10.30 Newsnight (S)

magazine show presented by Robert Peston. (S)

11.15 FILM: Selma (2014) ★★★★ 1.15 Sign Zone: See Hear. 1.45 Sign Zone: A House Through Time. 2.45 This Is BBC Two.

11.40 British Touring Car Championship Highlights. 12.55 Shop: Ideal World. 3.0 FYI Extra. 3.15 Cooking With The Stars. 4.05 Unwind With ITV. 5.05 Tipping Point.

9pm Billie And Greg, ITVBe

Lisa falls for Nelson. (S) (R) 6.30 Hollyoaks The day of Brody’s funeral arrives. (S) (R)

11.05 The Love Triangle. 12.05 The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice. 1.0 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 1.50 Joe Lycett’s Got Your Back. 2.45 FILM: Solace (2015) ★★★ 4.25 Location, Location, Location. 5.20 Beat The Chef. 5.45 Kirstie’s Fill Your House For Free.

9pm Garden Plot, More4

9pm Hollington Drive, ITV

series. The presenter embarks on a journey across Iceland. (S)

11.0 FILM: The Fifth Element (1997)

★★★★ 1.25 The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show. 3.25 Entertainment News On 5. 3.35 Michael Portillo: Our Housing Crisis – Who’s To Blame? 4.15 Inside The Tube: Going Underground. 5.05 House Doctor. 5.35 Fireman Sam. 5.45 Paw Patrol.

9pm Iceland, Channel 5

SATELL ITE I D IG I TAL I C AB L E L ISTI NGS W 6pm Property Brothers: Forever Homes. 7.0 MasterChef Australia. 8.0 Extreme Food Phobics. 9.0 Nurses Down Under. 10.0 Gavin & Stacey. 10.40 Gavin & Stacey. 11.20 Gavin & Stacey. 12midnight One Born Every Minute. 1.0 The Wedding Fixer. 2.0 Disaster DIY. 2.25 Disaster DIY. 3.0 Teleshopping.

ITV2

ITVB E

6pm Celebrity Catchphrase. 7.0 Superstore. 7.30 Superstore. 8.0 Bob’s Burgers. 8.30 Bob’s Burgers. 9.0 Family Guy. 9.30 Family Guy. 10.0 Family Guy. 10.30 Family Guy. 11.0 Family Guy. 11.25 American Dad! 11.55 American Dad! 12.25am Bob’s Burgers. 12.50 Bob’s Burgers. 1.20 Superstore. 1.45 Superstore.

4.30pm Married At First Sight Australia. 6.15 Rude(ish) Tube Shorts. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 7.0 Hollyoaks. 7.30 Married At First Sight Australia. 9.0 Naked, Alone And Racing To Get Home. 10.0 Naked Attraction. 11.05 Gogglebox. 12.10am Married At First Sight Australia. 1.45 Naked, Alone And Racing To Get Home.

6pm Masters Of Flip. 7.0 Buying And Selling. 8.0 Dinner Date. Damien from Lancashire looks for love. 9.0 Billie And Greg: The Family Diaries. 10.0 The Only Way Is Essex. Demi decides it is time for some soul searching with the help of her sisters. 11.0 Love Island USA. 12.55am Unwind With ITV. 1.0 Teleshopping.

6pm Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry. 7.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 8.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 9.0 The Funny Dance Show. 10.0 Celebrity Game Face. 11.0 Nightly Pop. 11.30 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 12midnight Botched. 1.0 Kourtney & Kim Take New York. 2.0 Teleshopping. 2.30 Teleshopping.

✱

MTV

TLC

SKY SHOWCASE

SKY ATLANTIC

SKY DOCUMENTARIES

6pm Catfish: Models. 7.0 Teen Mom OG. 8.0 Teen Mom UK: My Birth Story. 9.0 Catfish: The TV Show. 10.0 True Life Crime. 11.0 Catfish UK. 12midnight Ridiculousness. 12.30 Ridiculousness. 1.0 Deliciousness. 1.30 Deliciousness. 2.0 Celeb Ex In The City. 2.50 Teen Cribs. 3.15 Teen Cribs. 3.40 Teen Cribs.

6pm Say Yes To The Dress. 7.0 Life After Lockup. 8.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 9.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 10.0 Long Island Medium: There In Spirit. 11.0 Hoarding: Buried Alive. 12midnight Dr Pimple Popper. 1.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 2.0 Long Island Medium: There In Spirit. 3.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire.

6pm The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.0 The Simpsons. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.0 DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow. 9.0 Hitmen: Reloaded. 10.0 9.30 Hitmen: Reloaded. Brassic. 11.0 A League Of Their Own. 12midnight The Russell Howard Hour. 1.0 Road Wars. 2.0 MacGyver. 3.0 Hawaii Five-0. 4.0 MacGyver.

5.40pm Succession. 6.45 Succession. 7.50 Game Of Thrones. 9.0 Billions. 10.05 In Treatment. Brooke forces Rhonda to consider how her expectations have affected Laila. 10.40 In Treatment. 11.15 Dexter. 12.20am Dexter. 1.25 True Blood. 2.30 True Blood. 3.35 Californication. 4.10 The British. 5.05 The British.

6pm Rolling Stone: Stories From The Edge. 7.0 The Story Of Late Night. 8.0 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets. 9.0 FILM: Tina (2021) Celebration of Tina Turner’s life and career. ★★★★ 11.10 The Apollo. 1.10am FILM: On The Record (2020) ★★★★ 3.0 The Directors. 4.0 Discovering: Anthony Quinn. 5.0 All Or Nothing: Cardinals.

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Thursday 7 October BBC1 6am

6pm

ITV

BBC2

9pm

10pm

CHANNEL 5

6.30am Escape To The Country. 7.15 Antiques Road Trip. 8.0 Sign Zone: Gardeners’ World. 9.0 BBC News At 9. 10.0 BBC News. 12.15 Politics Live. 1.0 Head Hunters. 1.45 Eggheads. 2.15 Celebrity Painting Challenge. 3.15 An Island Parish. 3.45 Curiosity. 4.30 Glorious Gardens From Above. 5.15 Flog It!

6am Milkshake! 9.15 Jeremy Vine. 11.15 Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords. 12.10 5 News At Lunchtime. 12.15 Police Interceptors. 1.15 Home And Away. 1.45 Neighbours. 2.20 FILM: Tracking A Killer (2021) ★★ 4.0 Bargain-Loving Brits In The Sun. 5.0 5 News At 5. 5.30 Neighbours.

6.0 BBC News At Six (S) 6.30 BBC Regional News (S)

6.0 Richard Osman’s House Of Games Roger Black, Jo

6.0 ITV News London (S) 6.30 ITV Evening News (S)

6.0 The Simpsons (S) (R) 6.30 Hollyoaks Sienna and

6.0 Home And Away Leah tries her best to mediate between Justin and John. (S) (R) 6.30 Eggheads ’Midlife Crisis’ take on the regular team. (S)

Damon hit another bump in the road when Sami reads them Brody’s will. (S) (R)

6.30 Strictly: It Takes Two (S)

8pm

6am Breakfast. 9.15 Rip Off Britain. 10.0 Defenders UK. 10.45 Claimed And Shamed. 11.15 Homes Under The Hammer. 11.45 The Queen’s Baton Relay. 12.30 Bargain Hunt. 1.0 BBC News At One; Weather. 1.30 BBC Regional News; Weather. 1.45 Doctors. 2.15 Unbeatable. 3.0 Escape To The Country. 3.45 Garden Rescue. 4.30 Antiques Road Trip. 5.15 Pointless.

Brand, Sanjeev Kohli and Tiff Stevenson test their skills. (S)

7pm

✱ CLOSER PICKS

7.0 The One Show Hosted by Ronan Keating and Rylan Clark-Neal. (S) 7.35 EastEnders Dotty invites mum Sandy for a chat, despite Rocky’s concerns. (S)

8.0 Shop Well For Less?

7.0 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Paralympians Danny Crates and Liz Johnson take part in Suffolk and Essex. (S) (R)

8.0 The Hairy Bikers Go North Simon King and Dave

7.0 Emmerdale Charles has a covert meeting in the woods. (S) 7.30 How Green Is Your Supermarket? Tonight The

7.0 News (S) 7.55 Courtney And Cameron’s Story: Stand Up To Cancer A tale

Green credentials of Britain’s biggest supermarkets. (S)

concerning a duo both having treatment for cancer. (S) (R)

8.0 Emmerdale (S) 8.30 The Martin Lewis Money Show: Live The

8.0 Joe Lycett’s Got Your Back Jo Brand joins in a

8.0 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys The

mission to make Britain’s beaches more eco-friendly. Last in the series. (S)

Northern Belle train. (S)

9.0 Taskmaster With Alan

9.0 All Creatures Great And Small Tristan celebrates his

Alex Jones and Steph McGovern try to help the Miller family in North Lincolnshire. (R)

Myers explore Cumbria and the Lake District. (S)

9.0 Ambulance Dec and Nicole are dispatched to a baby who has stopped breathing. (S)

9.0 Don’t Exclude Me Part two of two. Marie Gentles continues her work at Hilton Hall Primary School. (S)

✱ 9.0 Savile: Portrait Of A Predator Documentary

10.0 BBC News At Ten (S) 10.25 BBC Regional News (S) 10.35 Question Time Fiona

10.0 QI With Alice Levine,

10.0 ITV News (S) 10.30 ITV News London (S) 10.45 Gordon, Gino & Fred Go Greek! The boys head to

Bruce hosts the debate. (S)

Jason Manford, Rose Matafeo and Alan Davies. (S)

10.30 Newsnight (S)

finance expert answers questions on family finances. (S)

looking inside the criminal world of Jimmy Savile. (S)

Davies, Morgana Robinson and Victoria Coren Mitchell. (S)

10.0 Hunting The Football Trolls – Jermaine Jenas The growing problem of online abuse of black footballers. (S)

7.0 Autumn Gardening With Carol Klein New series. The expert reveals changes since the last trip to Glebe Cottage. (S)

birthday, and Siegfried gives him new responsibilities. (S)

10.0 Ambulance: Code Red Following emergency response teams on their most extreme medical callouts. (S) (R)

the Greek capital Athens. (S) (R)

11pm

11.35 Newscast. 12.05 Blankety Blank. 12.45 BBC News.

8pm Shop Well For Less?, BBC1

11.15 The Ranganation. 12.0 Sign Zone: Fever Pitch: The Rise Of The Premier League. 1.0 Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing. 3.15 Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing: The Results. 4.10 This Is BBC Two.

10pm The Emily Atack Show, ITV2

11.50 Paul O’Grady’s Saturday Night Line Up. 12.30 Shop: Ideal World. 3.0 FYI Extra. 3.30 How Green Is Your Supermarket? Tonight. 3.55 Unwind With ITV. 5.05 Tipping Point.

9pm Savile, ITV

11.05 24 Hours In Police Custody. 12.05 Mo Gilligan: Black, British And Funny. 1.05 Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. 2.0 Taskmaster. 2.55 Iris Prize Best British Shorts: Paint The Dragons’ Eyes. 3.10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 4.0 Couples Come Dine With Me.

8.30pm Money Show: Live, ITV

11.05 FILM: Tomb Raider (2018)

★★★★ 1.0 The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show. 3.0 Entertainment News On 5. 3.10 One Night With My Ex. 4.0 Secrets Of British Factories. 4.45 Wildlife SOS. 5.10 House Doctor. 5.35 Fireman Sam. 5.45 Paw Patrol.

7pm Autumn Gardening, Channel 5

SATELL ITE I D IG I TAL I C AB L E L ISTI NGS W 6pm Property Brothers: Forever Homes. 7.0 MasterChef Australia. 9.0 Gavin & Stacey. The happy couple return from their honeymoon. 9.40 Gavin & Stacey. 10.20 Gavin & Stacey. 11.0 Extreme Food Phobics. 12midnight One Born Every Minute. 1.0 The Wedding Fixer. 2.0 Disaster DIY. 2.25 Disaster DIY.

ITV2 6pm Celebrity Catchphrase. 7.0 Superstore. 7.30 Superstore. 8.0 Bob’s Burgers. 8.30 Bob’s Burgers. 9.0 Hell’s Kitchen. 10.0 The Emily Atack Show. 10.45 Family Guy. 11.15 Family Guy. 11.45 American Dad! 12.10am American Dad! 12.40 Bob’s Burgers. 1.10 Bob’s Burgers. 1.40 Superstore. 2.05 Superstore.

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6pm The Big Bang Theory. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 7.0 Hollyoaks. 7.30 Married At First Sight Australia. 9.0 First Dates Australia. 10.0 Naked Attraction. 11.05 Gogglebox. 12.10am Married At First Sight Australia. 1.40 Rick And Morty. 2.10 Robot Chicken. 2.25 Robot Chicken. 2.40 The Big Bang Theory.

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ITVB E

6pm Masters Of Flip. 7.0 Buying And Selling. 8.0 Dinner Date. 9.0 Vanderpump Rules.. Jax and Brittany tie the knot in a lavish Kentucky ceremony surrounded by friends. 10.0 Totally Unbelievable. A countdown of inspiring celebrity bodies. 11.0 Love Island USA. 11.55 The Only Way Is Essex. 12.45am Unwind With ITV.

6pm Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry. 7.0 Celebrity Game Face. 8.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 9.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 10.0 Dating: No Filter. 10.30 Nightly Pop. 11.0 We Got Love Teyana & Iman. 11.30 10 Things You Don’t Know. 12midnight Botched. 1.0 Kourtney & Kim Take New York. 2.0 Teleshopping.

MTV

TLC

SKY SHOWCASE

SKY ATLANTIC

SKY DOCUMENTARIES

6pm Catfish: The TV Show. 7.0 Catfish: The TV Show. 8.0 Teen Mom OG. 9.0 Teen Mom: Young & Pregnant. 10.0 Floribama Shore. 11.0 Double Shot At Love With DJ Pauly D & Vinny. 12midnight Families Of The Mafia. 1.0 Deliciousness. 1.30 Deliciousness. 2.0 Celeb Ex In The City. 2.50 Teen Cribs. 3.15 Teen Cribs. 3.40 Teen Cribs.

6pm Say Yes To The Dress. 7.0 Say Yes To The Dress: UK. 7.30 Say Yes To The Dress: UK. 8.0 The Man With No Penis. 9.0 Dr. Pimple Popper: Pop Ups. 10.0 Dr Pimple Popper: Messiest Pops. 11.0 Sex Sent Me To The ER. 12midnight The Man With No Penis. 1.0 Dr. Pimple Popper: Pop Ups. 2.0 Dr Pimple Popper: Messiest Pops.

6pm The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.0 The Simpsons. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.0 The Flash. 9.0 A League Of Their Own. 10.0 The Russell Howard Hour. 11.0 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 11.45 Hitmen: Reloaded. 12.15am Hitmen: Reloaded. 12.45 Wolfe. 1.45 Manifest. 2.40 Road Wars. 3.10 Hawaii Five-0. 4.05 MacGyver.

5.40pm Succession. 6.45 Succession. 7.50 Game Of Thrones. 9.0 The Night Of. The defence calls Detective Box to the stand. 10.05 Billions. The fifth season of the cat-and-mouse drama concludes. Last in the series. 11.10 Patrick Melrose. 12.20am Dexter. 1.25 Dexter. 2.30 True Blood. 3.35 Californication. 4.10 The British.

6pm Rolling Stone: Stories From The Edge. 7.0 The Story Of Late Night. 8.0 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets. 9.0 FILM: Going Clear: Scientology And The Prison Of Belief (2015) ★★★ 11.20 Between The World And Me. 1.10am Obama: In Pursuit Of A More Perfect Union. 3.0 The Directors. 4.0 Discovering: Joan Crawford.

Friday 8 October BBC1 6am

6pm

BBC2

✱ CLOSER PICKS

ITV

6.15am Homes Under The Hammer. 7.15 Antiques Road Trip. 8.0 Sign Zone: Chris And Meg’s Wild Summer. 8.30 Sign Zone: Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. 9.0 BBC News At 9. 10.0 BBC News. 12.15 Politics UK. 1.0 Head Hunters. 1.45 Eggheads. 2.15 Celebrity Painting Challenge. 3.15 An Island Parish. 3.45 Curiosity. 4.30 Glorious Gardens From Above. 5.15 Flog It!

6am Milkshake! 9.15 Jeremy Vine. 11.15 Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords. 12.10 5 News At Lunchtime. 12.15 Police Interceptors. 1.15 Home And Away. 1.45 Neighbours. 2.15 FILM: Death And Deceit: Martha’s Vineyard Mysteries 2 (2020) ★★★ 4.0 Bargain-Loving Brits In The Sun. 5.0 5 News At 5. 5.30 Neighbours.

6.0 BBC News At Six (S) 6.30 BBC Regional News (S)

6.0 Richard Osman’s House Of Games Roger Black, Jo

6.0 ITV News London (S) 6.30 ITV Evening News (S)

6.0 The Simpsons. (S) (R) 6.30 Hollyoaks Liberty tries

6.0 Home And Away (S) (R) 6.30 Eggheads The

to convince Damon to let go of his resentment. (S) (R)

Crabapples, a family team from St Albans, try to defeat the Eggheads. (S)

6.30 Strictly: It Takes Two (S)

7.0 The One Show (S) 7.30 Question Of Sport (S)

7.0 MOTDx A look at the lifestyle and culture that surrounds the Premier League.

7.30 Inside Culture (S)

8pm

8.0 EastEnders Dotty’s frustrations increase when her mum comes under fire. (S)

8.30 Richard Osman’s House Of Games Night (S)

9pm

10pm

8.0 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs (S) (R) 8.30 Gardeners’ World Monty Don and the team celebrate the wonder of trees. (S)

7.0 Emmerdale An accident gives Rodney an opportunity.

7.0 News (S) 7.30 Unreported World The

Alya and Zeedan fight back against Debbie. (S)

indigenous women going missing without a trace in the wilderness of America. (S)

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8.0 The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice Aisling

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Zeedan’s father-in-law spells out exactly what he wants. (S)

Bea, Martin Kemp and Melvin Odoom join Jo Brand. (S)

visits Cotswold Wildlife Park. Last in the series. (S)

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Sumner returns to Hull to demand money from Baxter. (S)

Geordie investigate the death of a student CND group leader.

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9.30pm The Cleaner, BBC1

10.35pm Graham Norton, BBC1

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comedian as she explores the British countryside in her vintage campervan. (S)

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10.0 1984: The 30 Greatest Hits Suggs counts down the 30 biggest pop anthems from the year. (S) (R) 1.0 The 21.co.uk Live Casino Show. 3.0 Entertainment News On 5. 3.10 One Night With My Ex. 4.0 British Made With John Prescott. 4.45 Wildlife SOS. 5.10 House Doctor. 5.35 Fireman Sam.

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6pm Catchphrase Celebrity Special. 7.0 Superstore. 7.30 Superstore. 8.0 Bob’s Burgers. 8.30 Bob’s Burgers. 9.0 Hell’s Kitchen. 10.0 Family Guy. 10.30 Family Guy. 10.55 Family Guy. 11.25 American Dad! 11.55 American Dad! 12.25am Bob’s Burgers. 12.50 Bob’s Burgers. 1.20 Superstore. 2.15 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records.

6pm The Big Bang Theory. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 7.0 Hollyoaks. 7.30 Married At First Sight Australia. 9.15 FILM: Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015) ★★★★★ 11.55 Married At First Sight Australia. 1.40am Naked, Alone And Racing To Get Home. 2.40 Gogglebox. 3.35 The Big Bang Theory. 4.0 The Big Bang Theory.

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E! 6pm Hollywood Medium With Tyler Henry. 7.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 8.0 Keeping Up With The Kardashians. 9.0 Celebrity Game Face. 10.0 Nightly Pop. 10.30 Dating: No Filter. 11.0 THS. 12midnight Botched. 1.0 Kourtney & Kim Take New York. 2.0 Teleshopping. 2.30 Teleshopping. 4.0 Wags: LA. 5.0 Teleshopping.

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6pm Say Yes To The Dress. 7.0 Curvy Brides Boutique. 8.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 9.0 Say Yes To The Dress. 10.0 Seeking Sister Wife. 11.0 Dr Pimple Popper. 12midnight Dr Pimple Popper. 1.0 Say Yes To The Dress. 2.0 Seeking Sister Wife. 3.0 Say Yes To The Dress: Lancashire. 4.0 Say Yes To The Dress: UK. 4.30 Say Yes To The Dress: UK.

6pm The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.0 The Simpsons. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.0 Young Rock. 8.30 Mr Mayor. 9.0 Wolfe. 10.0 Wolfe. 11.0 The Late Late Show With James Corden: Best Of The Week. 12midnight Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 12.45 Manifest. 1.45 A League Of Their Own.

5.40pm Succession. 6.45 Succession. 7.50 Game Of Thrones. 9.0 Your Honor. Michael and his son Adam create an alibi for the day of the accident. 10.15 Britannia. Cait and her band continue their quest to reach Lucius. 11.15 Dexter. 12.20am Dexter. 1.25 True Blood. 2.30 True Blood. 3.35 Californication. 4.10 The British.

6pm Rolling Stone: Stories From The Edge. 7.0 The Story Of Late Night. 8.0 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets. 9.0 Obama: In Pursuit Of A More Perfect Union. 10.50 King In The Wilderness. 1am Micah Richards: Tackling Racism. 2.0 FILM: I Am Evidence (2017) ★★★★ 4.0 Discovering: Buster Keaton. 5.0 All Or Nothing: Cardinals.

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Another Round AVAILABLE ON DVD AND DIGITAL DOWNLOAD NOW Anything feels possible after a couple of pints. But what if you could maintain that twopint feeling all day? A group of middle-aged teachers make a pact to test the (slightly questionable) theory that humans are born lacking 0.05% alcohol in their blood, to see if it could improve their lives. Mads Mikkelsen gives a stalwart performance as despondent dad Martin – and make sure you catch his iconic jazz ballet dance routine at the end. This is life-affirming stuff from genius Danish director Thomas Vinterberg.

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The Man Who Died Twice

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Elizabeth has received a letter from an old colleague, a man with whom she has a long history. He’s made a big mistake – involving stolen diamonds and a violent mobster – and he needs her help. As bodies start piling up, Elizabeth enlists Joyce, Ibrahim and Ron in the hunt for a ruthless murderer. Can The Thursday Murder Club find the killer before it’s too late? A compelling read from the TV comedian – it’s itching to be made into a TV drama!

BEST DAY OUT

Halloween at the London Dungeon

The home of all things gruesome, the London Dungeon brings us a totally new experience for the spooky season. Home to infamous characters Sweeney Todd, Jack the Ripper and the Plague Doctor, the Dungeon would like to introduce you to its newest resident, the Surgeon... Running from 9-31 October, this immersive experience transports you back to the Victorian era as you sit in the old operating theatre and watch the Surgeon demonstrate how surgery was performed over 150 years ago – spoiler alert, no anaesthetic! Book now if you’re brave enough at thedungeons.com/ london.

TUNE IN

Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga Love For Sale

After the success of their first Grammy Award-winning album collaboration back in 2014, odd couple megastars Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett are at it again with another fabulous offering. As a tribute to songwriter Cole Porter, this album has 10 tracks of feel-good songs, including newest release Love For Sale. Out 1 October. MAGIC RADIO IS NOW AVAILABLE ACROSS THE UK ON YOUR DAB DIGITAL RADIO

FOR MORE INFO VISIT: WWW.MAGIC.CO.UK

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DON’T MISS FILMS

No Time To Die

THE CAST Daniel Craig, Rami Malek, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Léa Seydoux, Ana de Armas THE STORY James Bond’s retirement is cut short when his old pal Felix turns up talking about a new, sinister foe. THE VERDICT Bond is belatedly, brilliantly back! Reviews are embargoed for Daniel Craig’s final outing as 007, but our martinis have been shaken by an exciting trailer, a stellar cast, an iconic soundtrack, some super stunts and, well, Bond. We can’t wait! CERT 12A, 163 MINS, OPENS 30 SEPTEMBER

WORDS: ZOE KNIGHT, CAITLIN BUTLER, ALYS WEBB, AMY ROWLAND. PHOTOS: GETTY

Ride The Eagle

THE CAST Jake Johnson, Susan Sarandon, D’Arcy Carden, JK Simmons, Luis Fernandez-Gil THE STORY After discovering his estranged mother has passed away, Leif (Johnson) inherits her Californian cabin – under the condition that he fulfills a certain list of tasks. THE VERDICT Charming and funny in the right places, this is enjoyably predictable and all heart. Plus the hilarious JK Simmons is always a treat to watch. 85 MINS, ON DIGITAL DOWNLOAD FROM 4 OCTOBER

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Do you still want the same things as you did a year ago? It’s time for you to get clear on what you want right now, as opposed to what you used to think would make you happy. It’s also a very good time to catch up with old friends. Visit www.yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

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AQUARIUS 20 JAN-18 FEB No one can deny that 2021 has been a challenging year. That said, there is good news for you this week as it becomes apparent that some of the hard work you have been putting in personally or professionally is finally going to start paying off. Stability is your reward. Visit www. yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

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With the world still so unstable, there is good news for you; overall, in terms of the bigger picture, 1. You do have a lot to be grateful for and 2. You should be able to feel that gratitude more easily this week. That in turn will make the coming seven days much happier. Visit www.yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

ARIES 21 MAR-19 APR As Mercury retrogrades through your House Of Love, it’s time to unpick any upsets there have been with the people most important to you. Perhaps it was a misunderstanding or perhaps there were important lessons to learn and changes to be made. Financially and sexually, it looks promising. Visit www. yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

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TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY It could be a wonderful week for you in every way. There is scope for feeling inspired, for someone making your heart sing, for someone loving you almost too much (or vice versa) and for you understanding the power and magic of love. Don’t spoil everything by worrying needlessly. Visit www. yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

GEMINI 21 MAY-20 JUN Overall the week looks pretty good, but you need to tread carefully if you want to make the most of it. Don’t allow yourself to get drawn into nasty power struggles. Far better to find something about your work or everyday life that lifts you up and focus on that. Visit www.yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

CANCER 21 JUN- 22 JUL There is so much good energy around you this week. Everything from travel and study to money and love is well-starred for you now. It looks like you can have more fun than you’ve had in ages. The caution: avoid getting into an argument with someone very close to you. Visit www.yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

LEO 23 JUL- 22 AUG There is a lot of old ground being covered right now as six planets retrograde. So if you feel like you’re dealing with a lot of old stuff, that’s why. It’s affecting your Love Zone, so you have the chance to rebuild at least one important relationship to be better than ever. Visit www.yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

VIRGO 23 AUG-22 SEP You have a bit of self-development work to do. Your planet, Mercury, is retrograde and re-clashing with powerful Pluto, so an old upset could come up this week. Could be to do with self-worth and/or cash. That sounds like a bad thing but actually it’s a second chance to sort things out. Visit www. yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes

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