Table of contents for 29 - 2016 in Best

So global über-celebrity Jennifer Aniston has finally broken her silence on the endlessly debated issue of whether or not she is pregnant/attempting to be pregnant/devastated she’s not pregnant. Her piece slamming the rumour mill (she said a photo apparently showing her with a tummy was ‘because she’d eaten a burger’) and taking issue with the ‘objectification’ of women’s bodies (see our feature on p9) should be applauded as something that might change the hearts and minds of the next generation of girls. Except for one teeny-tiny problem: the hugely rich and famous ex-Friends star has become the face of beauty products – and even a water brand – because her body sells. So, while we may understand her frustration at the baby conjecture, hasn’t she been complicit in the attention…

It was meant as a light-hearted joke against themselves. At a gala dinner for children’s hospices near their Norfolk home, the Duchess of Cambridge reportedly joked, ‘William has to put up with my cooking most of the time.’ Her husband replied, ‘It’s the reason I’m so skinny.’ But, behind the scenes, there’s reportedly been concern among friends and palace officials at Kate’s increasingly slender appearance. The mum-oftwo, 34, now looks to be ‘skin and bones’, according to some royal insiders. Rumours she’s not eating properly will inevitably bring back memories of the mother-in-law she never met, Princess Diana, who suffered from bulimia nervosa. TRANSFORMATION Prince William’s mother developed the disorder – where she secretly gorged on food only to throw it up later – during stressful periods of her marriage…

This week marks 25 years since my son, Ben, disappeared from my parents’ farmhouse on the island of Kos, Greece. But it still feels like yesterday when I dropped him off there, before I started work at the local hotel bar. I kissed him goodbye and told him to be a good boy for his grandmother. That was the last time I ever saw my beautiful little lad. I always assumed the police would find Ben, who was just 21 months at the time, fairly quickly, and that he’d turn up and we’d carry on living our new lives on the island of Kos. But instead, it stretched on for months, then years. I’ve tried everything to find him – I’ve campaigned tirelessly, I’ve followed up dozens of sightings, and…

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Presenter Matt Edmondson is the latest big name to join this year’s X Factor, hosting The Xtra Factor alongside Rylan. He tells Tony Cowell what we can expect… So, Matt, how did you get the job on The Xtra Factor? It’s a bit of a mystery, really – but I think it was down to your brother [Simon], who saw me on Britain’s Got Talent, and remembered that I used to do an online show about The X Factor. He must have said, ‘Get me that guy!’ I think he also knew I had worked with Rylan [Clark-Neal, co-presenter] before. So how do you get on working with Rylan? We were thrown together last week to film the six-chair challenge, which was crazy. We get on really well. We are…

How did you feel when you found out Kylie would die? I understand why they decided she had to die, because if she’d been in prison or in another country then she would still be part of their lives. With a death, David has to move on, in one way or another, and it makes it very final. How is David coping in the aftermath of Kylie’s death? It’s mixed. He’s trying to look after the kids, and stop them from being sad by remembering the good times. But in reality, he’s putting on a bit of a facade that he’s coping with it. He’s also keeping himself busy, trying to make the funeral exactly right, anything but deal with the emotions surrounding her death. How does the rest of…

1 ABBEY’S AMAZING PICKS! FOLLOWING THE HUGELY SUCCESSFUL FIRST INSTALMENT OF ‘ABBEY’S PICKS’ IN APRIL THIS YEAR, Abbey Clancy has continued her Matalan collaboration with a new range of summer essentials. Available online and in stores now, the affordable collection features a stunning selection of casual and occasion-wear. We can hardly wait to get our hands on it! 2 BOURNE IS BACK MATT DAMON WAS IN LONDON FOR THE PREMIERE OF HIS NEW FILM JASON BOURNE and, while he looks like he’s never been in better shape, the 45-yearold A-lister admits to Best it’s getting harder as he gets older. ‘I was 29 when I did the first one, and everything in life was easy. But now it’s a lot of work physically to get in shape. I don’t mind…

They’re two of Britain’s bestselling and most famous authors. So when Richard Madeley, 60, launched his new book, who better to interview him than his wife Judy Finnigan? The Night Book tells the story of an agony aunt, Meriel, who writes a secret diary about how she wants to kill her controlling husband, having fallen in love with a younger man in the Lake District in the hot summer of 1976. ‘Well, lots of women have nasty husbands,’ Judy, 68, quipped, exchanging with Richard the sort of easy banter that makes us love them… Richard on feminism: I was asked, ‘Would you describe yourself as a feminist?’ and I said, ‘Absolutely – partly because I’m married to one.’ Judy and I have been together for 30 years this November, and…

Lots of wives would be furious if their other half bought them a treadmill to help them lose weight. And I have to confess that, when Ali presented me with the unrequested exercise equipment in April 2013, I wasn’t impressed. I’d have preferred a box of chocolates! But, three years on, I’m eternally grateful for that gift, which has completely changed my life. I’ve lost 7st, improved my health no end, and saved myself from a life slumped on the sofa. All my life, I’ve been aware of my weight. My sweet tooth and endless appetite meant I’d carried extra pounds since I was at school. Back then, my downfall was huge portions of pasta, followed by doughnuts. I couldn’t get enough! Getting a job as a waitress in a…

Why did you fancy joining Dream Bingo? I saw it on the internet and the opening offer was so generous, I thought I’d give it a go. What do you like about it? It’s a whole lot of fun and excitement – especially if I win! Also, they offer a great personal touch. Every now and then, there’s a little gift in the post, which is always a welcome surprise. What’s your favourite Dream Bingo game? I love the instant games, but my favourite is Sterling Silver – the payouts are great if luck is on your side. How did you feel when you won tickets to go to the Inside Soap Awards? I couldn’t believe it at first. Then I jumped up and down with excitement. Then I got…

JENNIFER ANISTON NECKLACE Copy Jen and keep jewellery delicate when wearing a stand-out print. DRESS Jennifer embraces the boho trend perfectly with this paisley-print dress. FLIP-FLOPS A pair of comfy flip-flops complete this chilled-out look. GLASSES Retro-style frames are a style classic. BAG A cross-body bag is both stylish and practical – ideal for busy days out. HOLIDAY CHIC Invest in a bold-print sun dress, as it can be a versatile addition to your summer wardrobe. Wear with flats during the day and a pair of wedges for an evening look. STAYCATION STYLE A jumpsuit is a comfortable alternative to a maxi dress. Team with a pair of flat sandals and you are summerready in seconds. SADDLE UP! A chic way to go hands-free this summer…

‘MY CHILDREN AND SISTER BEGGED ME TO GET RID OF THE GREY’ Sharon Morrison, 59, from Essex, only secured a modelling contract when she stopped dying her hair. I loved my hair and religiously had my messy bob cut and coloured – golden brown with caramel highlights. So when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004, and lost my hair, I was devastated. When it grew back grey, I dyed it without even thinking about it. Five years later, the cancer returned. This time, while I was waiting for my hair to grow back enough to colour, I discovered I actually liked the grey. I thought it suited my skin tone, so I decided to ditch the dye. My children worried their friends would think I was old when…

The Only Way Is Essex, Sunday and Wednesday, 10pm, ITVBe What’s the best piece of Essex gossip you’ve ever heard? It’s all the secret couples or cast that get it on – it never fails to surprise me! Which TOWIE cast member defines Essex and why? I’d say Bobby [Norris]; he’s stayed exactly the same throughout his time on the show, and he still loves his LV bag! And, he’s preened to perfection – I love him! If TOWIE was a soap opera and you were writing the next series, what would you like to happen? God knows! You couldn’t make it up – that’s the magic of TOWIE! If you held a dinner party and invited five cast members, who would they be? That’s easy – for me it…

Why the Med diet is so brilliant… You don’t need to get hung up on watching this or counting that for it to work. The whole idea is that you simply eat three sensibly-sized, healthy meals a day based on some simple rules (which we’ll explain in a second). These rules mean you’ll be filling your plate with hunger-busting fibre and protein, alongside healthy fats, which also keep you fuller longer than any other food. This naturally makes you more satisfied with smaller portions, and – bingo! – the weight starts to fall off. The rules • The majority of your plate should be filled with plantbased foods – fruits, vegetables, beans, pulses or wholegrain carbohydrates. • Eat two or three portions of oily fish a week – limit red…

Jennifer Aniston has written a blog slamming the constant speculation about whether or not she is pregnant for the ‘bajillionth time’. The 47-year-old wrote on The Huffington Post, ‘For the record, I am not pregnant. What I am is fed up. I’m fed up with the sport-like scrutiny and body-shaming that occurs daily.’ The star took matters into her own hands following reports she was ‘expecting’ after photos emerged of her in a bikini while on holiday in the Bahamas with her husband Justin Theroux. In fact, she said she’d had a big lunch. She explained, ‘The way I am portrayed is a reflection of how we see and portray women in general, measured against some warped standard of beauty. Is she pregnant? Is she eating too much? Has she…

SHAREEN MILLER is the UK’s in-house skin expert for natural beauty brand L’Occitane. A frequent flyer, she is the connoisseur of keeping skin in tip-top shape 30,000ft above the ground. She explains, ‘The humidity in an aircraft cabin is at a much lower percentage than when we are on the ground. Because the air is very dry, it can cause the skin to dehydrate.’ Your in-flight essentials • To look first class when you step off the plane, it’s important to keep your skin properly hydrated throughout the journey. Preparation is key in keeping your skin soft and supple. So the night before flying, you should exfoliate your skin to remove any dead cells. Then use an intense hydrating mask to inject and lock-in some extra moisture. • You should…

THIS WEEK... They say money is the root of all evil, and I think they’re right, because a new survey says nearly half of people would hide an inheritance from their partner. It left me really shocked that the figure was so high. Isn’t a marriage about a partnership, and sharing things both good and bad? I find it really strange you’d keep something like that a secret from your other half. If I found out Ray [Fensome] had money I didn’t know about, I’d hit the roof. I’d count that as a real betrayal. It wouldn’t be because I felt entitled to it, I’d be more upset he thought he couldn’t tell me about it. It’s all very sneaky, and I’d worry why he’s hiding it from me. After…

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