Table of contents for ISSUE 809 in Closer

Once again, Jordan’s been making headlines. Revelations that she turned to cocaine after her marriage breakdown may explain why ex Pete demanded she take a drugs test. In a revealing interview she tells us this week, “I’m soft and vulnerable and needy and just want to be loved”, and maintains she’s learned “never to get married quick”. But as she careers around nightclubs and hot tubs with her new “Mr Right”, has she really taken those lessons on board? Meanwhile, Cheryl and Liam finally announced their split, following months of speculation. Cheryl also has the capacity to move on quickly (she married Jean Bernard after just 12 weeks), so we hope she also gives herself time to heal. Finding love and contentment isn’t a race – it’s an ongoing journey.…

Celebrity brand manager and Director of Boxed Out PR, Hayley Smith tells Closer , “When Cheryl split from Ashley, she was relatable and more ‘human’. People love the rags-to-riches story, and when Ashley was accused of cheating, everyone supported her and fans were genuinely invested in her. “Now, she seems disengaged from her fans. It might be that she’s been too secretive and doesn’t seem real any more. Hiding the pregnancy stopped them from connecting with her on a deeper level, and sparked negative speculation. And then flaunting her flat tummy after having Bear seemed insulting to some. If she’d taken her fans on the journey of pregnancy with her, she’d have had more support from them during the relationship and the break-up. Cheryl and Liam seemed awkward and not…

‘I’VE BEEN HAVING MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES, BUT NO ONE KNOWS BECAUSE I HIDE IT WELL’ She was forced to put on a brave face last week as she promoted the latest series of her reality show, My Crazy Life, just days after a newspaper’s revelation that she’d confessed to friends about taking cocaine. And it was clear to Closer that Jordan was struggling. The mum-of-five told the assembled journalists, “People think I’m strong and I am gutsy – but I’m also soft and vulnerable and needy and just want to be loved... There have been mornings when I don’t even want to get out of bed – I just wanted to sleep. I’ve been having mental health issues, but no one knows because I hide it well.” Jordan, 40 –…

Judy Hanson, 59, is a writer and mum of four from Leeds. She says, “In my late 50s, I’m learning more about myself and what I want from my love life than ever before. The result? I’m having great sex, which is good for my body and soul. “Back in my early 30s, I had three babies in four years, which meant sex was off the menu. When we did get it on, I’d be thinking about whether I had enough ham for the kids’ packed lunches. “Our fourth child was born when I was 39 but, seven years later, in 2007, Dave and I divorced. We’d grown apart, and the first stage of that was losing our sexual connection. For many years I was in the sexual wilderness, with…

‘SHE WISHES DAVID WOULD LOOSEN UP AND SHOW MORE AFFECTION IN PUBLIC’ They put recent divorce rumours behind them to celebrate their 19th wedding anniversary in Paris last week, with Victoria and David Beckham both posting gushing messages on social media. But hours later, snaps surfaced of them that did little to dispel whispers of trouble as Posh, 44, appeared to be draped all over her husband, 43, while he seemed to be paying little attention to her. CONSTANT CRITICISM One troll said, “He doesn’t look like he’s into her anymore. He’s like ‘will ya get off me!!! VB seems to be the one putting in all the effort.” Another wrote, “She looks so clingy and needy. Must be suffocating for David!”And after Posh posted a pic to Instagram of…

It’s been without a doubt the must-watch show of the summer, with a record-breaking 3.7million viewers tuning in to watch the hook-ups, break-ups and make-ups. But Love Island has come under fire from ex-contestant Tyla Carr, who appeared to hint last week that the makers of the show manipulated the goings-on inside the villa, insisting scenes would be re-shot and that producers would “tell you what they want you to talk about, and who with”. Former competitor Marcel Sommerville also appeared to agree that the producers played a key part in setting up scenes. A rep for the ITV show was quick to hit back at the claims, however, insisting, “It is absolutely untrue to suggest that Love Island is fake.” Closer investigates what really goes on, as Island- ers…

WILL CAROLINE & ANDREW MAKE IT DOWN THE AISLE? Sparking concern that her six-month romance with Andrew Brady was again in trouble, Caroline Flack was spotted having a heated conversation with her boyfriend shortly before they appeared to unfollow each other on Instagram last week. But then days later, Caroline posted a picture of her on what’s believed to have been Andrew’s shoulders at House Festival. Despite her rep denying they’d called it quits, insiders still fear the pair – who got engaged after just three months together – may never get married. A source says, “Caroline and Andrew insist they are head over heels, but friends worry the romance is secretly quite fiery and full of drama. They wouldn’t be surprised if they didn’t even make it down the…

I was shocked by the results of a recent survey by Tappable, showing almost a quarter of millennials would rather lose one of their five senses than give up their smartphones. The idea of willingly losing a bodily function is crazy! To be fair, no one can deny how our phones really do run our lives now. I use mine for everything from online banking, setting reminders, getting me up for work, a satnav to guide me around, sending emails and keeping in touch with my loved ones – as well as the odd Instagram story and Tweet, of course! It’s great for all the necessities, but I have noticed that I can get caught up in social media and a bit addicted to it. The other day, I was…

‘I was depressed... and it was reflected in my body’ She confessed that she fell into a “dark and fearful place” following her shock split from husband-of-four- years Will Kopelman in April 2016. But almost two years on from her divorce, Hollywood star Drew Barrymore insists she’s feeling happier and healthier after throwing herself back into acting following time out to be a full-time mum. And the 43-year-old actress – who has daughters Olive, five, and Frankie, four – reveals her starring role on Netflix horror-comedy show Santa Clarita Diet, which premiered in 2017, provided the perfect distraction from the heartache of her split. Drew says, “I was in a very dark period of my life when this series came along. My life felt like it was in ruins. At…

Kimberley Walsh first met Cheryl in 2002, forming as Girls Aloud on TV talent show Popstars: The Rivals – and they’ve remained best friends ever since, recently bonding over their shared experiences as mums. Last week – after months of reports their romance was on the rocks – Cheryl confirmed she had split from partner Liam Payne, father to their 15-month-old son, Bear. When Closer spoke exclusively to Kimberley, 36, just two days ahead of the shock announcement, there was no hint of the imminent split – though the singer-turned-actress did comment on the former One Directioner’s manic tour schedule (which insiders say is one of the reasons for their relationship’s demise). Asked if she and husband Justin Scott, 36, enjoyed double dates with Cheryl and Liam, Kimberley admits, “We…

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‘I work for that wolf whistle in the street!’ She’s lost a staggering 12st in three years, dropping from a size 30 to a 12 by overhauling her diet, and taking up Zumba and yoga classes. But according to Lisa Riley – who last year proudly showed off the results of two gruelling rounds of surgery to remove loose skin – her weight loss has not only transformed her body, but her mind, too. In fact, to say her confidence is at an all-time high would be an understatement. Lisa, 42, says, “When I look in the mirror, I love what I see. My boobs are in the right place. I’ve got a flat stomach, and I work hard at it.” “I love going to go the gym,” she continues,…

It’s predicted that millennials will be the first generation to be unhealthier than their parents in middle age, developing cancer, Type 2 diabetes and heart disease, thanks to stress. That sounds accurate to me. TOXIC LIFESTYLE Young people can’t get on the property ladder, and have less job security thanks to zero hours contracts. That can cause chronic stress, which raises the risk of these diseases later in life. It’s easy to assume that younger people are health-conscious, but I worry that while they look fit, they’re not healthy. One example is people working in high-stress jobs, then going to the gym for a hard workout, upping stress hormones even more. DO NOTHING – REALLY! Rather than a tough fitness class, you’d be better off doing absolutely nothing after a…

If you’re one of the millions tuning into Love Island , you’ll have witnessed the revolving door of rejection at the villa. We’ve seen Rosie Williams break down, Alex George get angry, Georgia Steel be defiant, and Laura Anderson move on with someone else. Back in the real world, rejection is just as relentless. But watching how the Love Island cast behave in these scenarios has made me rethink my own responses to being rebuffed. I’d been building up a rapport with a man I met on Match.com, speaking on the phone and over message. He cancelled our first date, apparently because he was hungover and didn’t want to “make the wrong impression”. My initial reaction was like Alex’s – I wanted to express my anger. I then “did a…

Once upon a time, hen do’s consisted of a few drinks or a meal out with a few cheeky willy straws thrown in for good measure. But now they’re more likely to be full-blown holidays, complete with swanky apartment, fun activities and clubbing. However, whether you’re attending or planning a hen, you can save cash while still enjoying an awesome bash! BOOK EARLY Book next year’s venue now for the best deal. “Most venues bump up prices in peak months like June to September, and lower them in less popular months. How much does the date matter? If you can pick a different month, you could save a fortune,” says Debs Vickers, finance expert on moneyguru.com. DON’T MISS CASHBACK “If you do go away, book flights and accommodation through a…

EASTENDERS KANDICE BACK IN SQUARE Karen Taylor’s glam sis Kandice (aka Hannah “S Club” Spearritt) makes a reappearance, but it seems she is up to something. She makes out she needs her sister’s help getting out of a charity do, but there is more to this than meets the eye… Elsewhere, Tina gets herself into a state over Stuart, turning to Sonia, who wants her to go to the cops – but Tina can’t remember enough of what happened. There’s also lots of Max and Rainie stuff over the ongoing baby Abi hoo-hah. (Turn to page 85 for our chat with Hannah Spearritt). HOLLYOAKS GOOD WITH HIS HANDS… While we are unable to see exactly what Sylver is holding in the above photo, we can assure viewers that the ex-con…

What brings Kandice back to the Square? It’s a bit of role reversal this time, and Kandice is in need of Karen’s help – desperately! We see a completely different side of her. But that’s all I can say for now… How excited were you to be invited back? I couldn’t wait to go back! And getting such a positive response last time gave me a lot more confidence. I got to do my first scene in The Queen Vic this time, which was a nice box to tick. It’s completely surreal being on set, and something I never anticipated! Have you felt star-struck by anyone? Years ago, I met Dot Cotton [aka actress June Brown], in the café. I think I was there for a Top Of The Pops…

With the modelling shoots drying up, Emily Ratajkowski’s forced to put on some clothes and become a delivery driver. Like all hen dos, all Jennifer Garner’s party needed was the appearance of a mischievous cock to really get things going... DAWN O’PORTER Totally middle class with the pine nut, Dawn. We’ve only ever found cigarette ash in ours… CHANELLE HAYES Go for it, Chanelle! When people annoy us, we always tell them to “chillax”, too... CHARLOTTE CROSBY Animal-lover Charlotte proves there is a humane way to wear fur – but that jacket is going to cost a fortune in vets’ bills! When Emma told Matt she was going to give him a foot massage, this wasn’t what he had in mind. Laura Whitmore isn’t welcome at this year’s Wimbledon. Well,…

She’s appeared to be on a downward spiral ever since her split from husband Kieran Hayler, indulging in a string of wild nights out with new boyfriend Kris Boyson and sparking fears for her health after reportedly dropping to a tiny size 4. And last week, Jordan – real name Katie Price – showed no signs of slowing down. She was pictured partying until the early hours with Kris at a nightclub in Devon – after a Sunday newspaper’s shock claims that she’d admitted to friends she’d taken cocaine to cope with her recent marriage collapse. Days later, she was pictured partying miles away from her Sussex home at a London bar. Now sources say pals are urging the mum-of-five – who recently confirmed that her children Junior, 13, and…

‘SHE INSISTS SHE’S JUST HAVING FUN, BUT PALS WORRY SHE’S UNDOING ALL HER HARD WORK’ She appeared to have turned her life around, following her split from third husband George Kay last August, shedding 2st through a healthy new lifestyle, embracing her single status, and even claiming in April that she had stopped drinking, saying “I’ve drunk enough to last me a lifetime, so I don’t need to do it any more.” But a series of recent boozy nights out has sparked concern among Kerry Katona’s inner circle, that the mum of five – who was snapped downing two bottles of fizz with former CBB pal Austin Armacost at Bradford Pride last week – may be slipping back into old ways. BACKLASH A source says, “Kerry previously swore off alcohol,…

• Watch porn together. It’ll break the ice and give you a little inspiration. • Have sex anywhere but the bedroom! Once a month, when the kids are in bed, take advantage of the living room, bathroom – even the kitchen! • If you’re feeling tired, instigate sex and just do it. Even if you’re not in the mood, that usually changes after a few minutes... • Try a new time or scheduling sex. Try mornings if you normally do it at night or set a “sex appointment” that you can look forward to all day.…

She admitted she “lost her mind” after the death of her father Colin in December 2016, battling severe anxiety. But after announcing her engagement to insurance broker Jamie Horn, 28, in May – following a whirlwind two-month romance – Sheridan Smith insisted last week she’s now in a much better place. During the interview with Magic Radio, she said, “Where I’m at right now, I feel like this is really good. I’ve got all that under control. I’ve got doctors’ care, I got engaged, I’m in a very happy place, and, you know, that’s it. I couldn’t ask for more, really.” The 37 year old – who plays a schizophrenic in new movie The More You Ignore Me – added, “I guess when you hide something for such a long…

“I SET MY ALARM FOR 4.30AM. MY JOB HOSTING THE BREAKFAST SHOW ON HITS! RADIO means I’m up at the crack of dawn. I like getting in early, because I’m a bit of a nerd, so I’ll get ready and cycle in and get there around 5am. I GO ON AIR AT 6AM, alongside Gemma Atkinson and “Comedy Dave” Vitty. I love doing the show, it’s such a laugh. We finish up around 10am and we’ll have a debrief after. I have an early lunch at 11ish. I’m on a health kick, thanks to Gemma, so I’ll have an egg-based lunch, like eggs, salmon and avocado. I’M CURRENTLY TRAINING FOR A TRIATHLON, so I go to the gym in the early afternoon for an hour. The race is in September…

BODY CONFIDENCE... I have two daughters who love to get dressed with me, and I’m very conscious of how I react to myself in the mirror. I never scrutinise myself in front of them. I’ve always been on a mission to embrace what I was born with, and it’s been a great buffer against certain pitfalls. BEST FRIEND CAMERON DIAZ... If you’re looking for the best dinner/cooking partner and watching-TV-on-the-couch friend, call her. If someone is in a medical situation, call her! She’s the most loyal, fierce, fun, cosy friend. We have incredible honesty with each other, and we work hard on our lives and our friendship. GETTING OLDER... I would not know how to function if a time machine picked me up and took me back to ten years…

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KEEP A POSITIVE MINDSET “I constantly remind myself how far I’ve come. Whether it’s writing a gratitude list or reading positive comments on social media, training my brain to think positively is a daily priority.” GO AHEAD AND CRY “Try not to feel bad about crying or for being upset. Crying helps release all those emotions you’re bottling up, and all of that stuff has got to come out. Don’t hold it in, otherwise you’ll probably end up eating a Twix to make yourself feel better.” BE A VISIONARY “It’s real-life Pinterest! Use images from the internet or magazines that reflect your intentions. It could be pictures of new clothes or a place you want to visit. Remind yourself what you're aiming for.”…

• Presenter of Eat, Shop, Save, Dale says, “This delicious dish, packed with glorious Asian flavours, is a true crowd-pleaser.” TASTY TREAT SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH WITH THESE DELICIOUS PANCAKES PANCAKE STACK 458 CALS 23.5G FAT 4.8G SUGAR 2.1G SALT PER SERVING SERVES 2 • 100g cottage cheese • 100g jumbo rolled oats • 4 eggs • 1tsp bicarbonate of soda • 2–3tsp coconut oil • 1tsp ground sweet cinnamon, plus extra to decorate •1/2tsp vanilla essence • 2tbsp Greek yoghurt • Handful of strawberries STEP 1 Blend the cottage cheese, oats, eggs, bicarb, cinnamon and vanilla until the mixture is smooth (no more than 10 secs). STEP 2 Cook the pancakes in batches. Put 1tsp of oil into a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium–low heat. Spoon in…

These days, apps promise to connect you with your perfect equal, with sites for “educated” singles, “sporty” singles, gluten-free singles, “muddy” singles (those who like the great outdoors), short singles, tall singles, tattooed singles and a whole host of other singles, looking for love. Meeting someone with similar interests may seem like an obvious desire, but it’s also important to cast your net wide. THINK LIKE A BOSS! Hobbies are like your career; you may have qualified for or started out doing a particular type of job, but you don’t have to do that for your whole life – you can turn your hand to many different professions. Similarly, just because someone doesn’t say they’re interested in photography or the great outdoors, doesn’t mean they wouldn’t love to be introduced…

£26 For two botanical cushion covers from my friend’s shop, Southwood Stores. £35 For a white leather cover for my MacBook Air. £2.50 On hair grips. I have to do some phenomenal plaiting for my daughter’s dance shows! £2.50 For a cappuccino with skinny milk from my gym. If I’m going wild, I’ll order a skinny mocha. £25 On art from Juniepoonie designs.co.uk. My house is full of black and white art prints. • Katy is ambassador of Ready Camp, which offers a complete family glamping experience at 45 sites in the UK…

1 KATIE PRICE: MY CRAZY LIFE NOT MUCH FUN ON THE FARM MON 16 JULY, 10PM, QUEST RED NEW SERIES The Pricey is back, and by the time the credits roll you’ll likely be exhausted. Life on the farm is a heady mix of clutter and chaos, with plenty of awks moments as Katie confronts husband Kieran about his cheating, while Princess and Junior interview one another about life with their unpredictable mum (and struggle to remember any of dad Peter Andre’s pop hits – ho ho). FACTFILE  Katie reckons her middle name should be “Drama”, adding, “My reality shows are never scripted. They don’t need to be because, naturally, a lot of what’s going on is quite dramatic stuff...” 2 NADIYA’S FAMILY FAVOURITES BAKE OFF WINNER DONE GOOD MON…

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‘THEIR APPEARANCE AT THE BRITS FELT VERY STAGED, BUT FANS WANT HONESTY’ She was the “nation’s sweetheart” who was idolised by her fans. But with two failed marriages and a string of broken relationships behind her – as well as her increasingly extreme desire for privacy – it appears as though Cheryl’s alienated some of her “Soldiers”. When she announced her split from Liam Payne on her Twitter feed last week, trolls quickly posted mocking comments underneath her statement, including, “2 marriages down @ CherylOfficial who is the next victim?,” One wrote, “One of your main hits was “fight for this love” yet you’ve never fought for any one of your 20 partners.” CRUELTY The cruelty was in stark contrast to when Cheryl split from first husband Ashley Cole in…

Reality star Calum Best (right) has been searingly honest about battling his demons – admitting he turned to booze and drugs following the death of his father, footballing legend George Best, in 2005. Calum, 37, has known Jordan for over a decade – with the friends once sharing a kiss on a night out – and joined her in the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2015. He tells Closer, “Katie is a good friend of mine and it’s not really my place to comment on her business. But what I will say to anyone turning to drinking and partying when they’re going through dark times is, ‘Don’t look to mask the pain – you have to deal with it.’” He adds, “You have to confront it head-on – it’s not…

‘SHE’S JOKED THAT AN AMERICAN BOYFRIEND COULD BE JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED’ She’s spent the past two weeks seeking solace in America, amid claims her estranged husband Ant McPartlin is in a relationship with their former PA, Anne- Marie Corbett. Now friends say Lisa Armstrong has been preparing for a new future while enjoying the Californian lifestyle – spending her days at the beach, going for long hikes in the Hollywood hills and enjoying quality time with her former Deuce bandmate and close pal Craig Young, who she is staying with. A source says, “It’s been an emotional time for Lisa and she needed to leave the UK to clear her head and think about her options. She’s made the most of the LA lifestyle, enjoying the sunshine, taking…

Emily Silva, 29, who works in a call centre, lives with her partner, Jamie, and their one-year-old son Brady in Cardiff. She says, “I’m not surprised by the survey results. A lot of women my age are so busy juggling careers and children that being intimate with our partner takes a backseat. My sex life is far from satisfactory. Jamie and I do it once a fortnight, but he instigates it. I love him, but there’s zero romance involved – it’s almost as though we’re ticking the ‘sex box’ on our list of things to do. “We’ve been together for six years, and before having Brady last year, our love life was great. But since he arrived I’ve gained weight and my confidence has plummeted, with the result that I…

‘FRIENDS HAVE URGED HER TO WALK AWAY FROM THE TOXIC RELATIONSHIP’ Their relationship appeared to be back on track following a brief split in April, but last week it was reported that Scarlett Moffatt and Lee Wilkinson finished things for a second time, unfollowing each other on social media. Sources insisted it was personal trainer Lee who had decided to end their seven-month romance – with claims that Scarlett, 28, was “begging” him to come back. But insiders tell Closer how pals have urged the star to walk away from the “toxic relationship”, as they fear it’s chipping away at her self-esteem. BIG ROWS A source tells Closer, “Their relationship has never been plain sailing, and they’ve had some big rows since getting back together. Her friends and family have…

‘I’VE LEARNED TO EMBRACE THE CHANGES. PREGNANCY IS A MIRACLE’ She admitted to Closer she was in no rush to lose the 3st she gained during her first pregnancy. And just four weeks after welcoming daughter Florence with partner of two years, businessman Dane Goodson, Casey Batchelor looked confident and happy as she revealed her post-baby bikini body on holiday in Marbella. KEEPING IT REAL Opening up about her figure, the former CBB star said recently, “My body has changed so much – like, every single part. I think I’ve got to be confident with the whole of my body, because I’ve got to embrace everything that’s happened to it. I’ve still got a belly, I’ve still got jiggly bits and wobbly bits. That’s real.” And the 33-year-old new mum…

John Volanthen and Richard Stanton are British divers who are part of the South and Mid-Wales Cave Rescue Team. They arrived in Thailand three days after the football team went missing, and discovered the boys last Monday. Richard is a retired firefighter and received an MBE in 2012 for his cave-diving rescue services. John is an IT consultant who started caving as a scout. The pair have already been part of a number of high-profile rescue missions, including one in France in 2010, and another in Mexico in 2004.…

HEIDI KLUM ‘I work out more in my 40s’ Supermodel Heidi has previously boasted that she never diets, saying, “People think in order to look fit you can’t eat anything. I eat a lot, I just eat the right things.” But Heidi – who is mum to Leni, 14, Henry, 13, Johan, 12, and Lou, nine – concedes she’s had to increase the amount of exercise she does to keep her figure trim. She says, “Your metabolism definitely changes when you turn 40. If I indulge more, I have to exercise more. I’ve figured out what works for me.” GWYNETH PALTROW ‘Dinner is my treat meal’ Actress and lifestyle guru Gwyneth skips breakfast, has salad for lunch, and eats “whatever I want” for dinner – although she admits she follows…

Wimbledon began last week in scorching temperatures – and there was a backlash over the decision to give women extra water breaks, but not men. I’m a bit split on this. Women’s tennis pioneered gender equality in the sport. Prize money used to be much less than the men’s, but they recognised this wasn’t fair and made it equal years ago. We all know women compete just as hard, push their bodies to the limits and sacrifice just as much as men. It seems unfair that women will have more water breaks. If the decision was made for scientific or medical reasons, I’m with that, but if not, we should be sticking with equality in tennis and keeping things fair.…

Five years ago, Michelle Knight, then 32, escaped from a ramshackle Cleveland home, following 11 years of imprisonment at the hands of a monster. Locked in a basement, she was repeatedly raped by school bus driver Ariel Castro. She fell pregnant five times – but was starved and beaten until she miscarried. Finally, however, Michelle is putting the harrowing ordeal behind her. In June 2014, she met Miguel Rodriquez, 39, through mutual friends on Facebook. And in May 2016 – on the third anniversary of her release – they got married. Michelle says, “There were times in that basement when I wanted to kill myself. I was almost always in chains, even on the rare occasion I was allowed to take a shower. But now I live for every single…

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1 I TRY NOT TO WASH MY HAIR EVERY DAY… So I’m always spraying it with Batiste Dry Shampoo. It’s great for keeping my hair clean in-between washes – I can’t live without it. 2 I REALLY LOVE STRONG LIPSTICKS... My go-to shades are red, orange and pink. I’m obsessed with Charlotte Tilbury’s Red Carpet Red, it’s such a vivid colour. 3 I ALWAYS CARRY DR.PAWPAW IN MY BAG… It’s a great multi-use product. I use it to keep my lips and cuticles moisturised while on the go. 4 I’VE HAD A FEW SKIN PROBLEMS IN THE PAST, SO I’M REALLY CONSCIOUS ABOUT PREVENTING DRYNESS… I swear by YourGoodSkin Day Cream – it’s great for keeping my face hydrated, and it’s even got built-in SPF30. 5 I NEVER GO BARE-FACED……

LEANNE What do you spend per week? Around £150. For the big shop I go to Tesco, but for the basics I go to the Co-op around the corner, because it’s so handy. Describe your daily diet... I’ve started eating more plant-based meals. There’s still meat in the fridge for my family, and if I fancy a bacon sarnie on a Sunday morning. For breakfast, I’ll have a smoothie with loads of fruit and veg. Lunch is a jacket potato topped with vegan chilli, and lentils and veg. For dinner, I’ll have colourful veggies with quinoa. I snack on carrots and houmous, or chia seeds and cacao powder soaked in almond milk. Is there anything you refuse to eat? I’m not a big fan of oysters. What’s the strangest thing…

Girls are bombarded with images of models, surgically enhanced stars and ads for cosmetic surgery during their favourite shows, like Love Island. No wonder two-thirds of UK girls have low body esteem. The images they post online scream of low self-confidence. They pose provocatively, lips pouting, heavy filters applied, and many are caked in heavy make-up and fake tan. They clearly believe they must conform to a standard of beauty that means disguising their own. This will only change with education, starting at home Most of us have felt unattractive, and you can feel arrogant saying you are beautiful, but unless we do, in full view of our daughters, we can’t expect them to feel beautiful. Don’t talk about your hang-ups in front of your daughter. Talk about strong female…

MY PROUDEST MOMENT... Was making a documentary with my mum about her hoarding disorder in 2011. At the time, no one really recognised hoarding as a mental health issue, yet it was very moving for many people. I had around 2,000 emails from people saying, “We thought we were the only ones.” THE BEST ADVICE I’VE BEEN GIVEN... Came from my TV bosses, who told me stop obsessing about conceiving naturally and go for IVF treatment. It made me question what was more important: having a baby or how it was conceived? Now, thanks to IVF, I have two lovely children. I REGRET... Not becoming a vegan sooner. I was an ethical vegetarian, and thought I was causing no harm to animals – but I was horrified to discover the…

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