Table of contents for 22 - 2016 in Best

It’s that point in the year when all our minds start turning to where we’re going on holiday – and, of course, what we’ll look like on the beach. My secret slimming tip is always get a fake tan before you go, and our guide on page 40 gives you the lowdown on the best way to do it yourself. But if you really want to get in shape, what better inspiration than Lorraine Kelly (page 9). For 56, let’s face it, the ITV breakfast presenter looks sensational. It’s enough to make us take up the Zumba classes she’s such a fan of. Failing that, we can’t wait to hear all about her new six-week diet plan on her show on Monday. Oh, and to help with your summer wardrobe,…

Lorraine Kelly told best when we caught up with her last week that ‘age is just a number. It doesn’t worry me one bit’. And, in a gorgeous new photo shoot to promote her new ‘Bikini Promise + One’ diet, she’s proved you needn’t be a twentysomething to rock a bikini with confidence. It’s not the first time the Scottish presenter has stripped down to ‘what are essentially my bra and knickers’ to inspire other women. Last year, for the finale of the Bikini Promise – the diet and exercise regime which viewers could follow on ITV’s Lorraine – the mum-of-one ‘danced on the banks of the River Thames in my bikini with a fantastic group of women, also in their bikinis!’ This year, she revisits her hugely successful food and…

My son, Stephen, loved football, fancy dress and drumming. He had the kind of smile that could light up a room and an enthusiasm for life that was utterly infectious. He also had incurable bowel cancer. But he wasn’t about to let that hold him back. In the final months, he drummed at Wembley, hugged an elephant and set himself a fundraising mission that would go on to surpass his wildest dreams. Growing up, Stephen wanted to run before he could walk – whether climbing trees, or play fighting with older brother Chris, now 24. Their dad, Andy, and I separated when Stephen was three, and the boys and I were a close unit. By his 15th birthday, Stephen had grown into a handsome, selfassured young man. Working hard at…

Two years ago, Dame Helen Mirren, then 68, admitted she was considering having plastic surgery ‘very, very soon’. Last week, she arrived on the red carpet in Cannes looking, frankly, sensational for a woman of her age… Reminded that she’s already said going under the knife or opting for ‘some help’ in the form of Botox and fillers would be ‘brilliant, if you want it, but I don’t want it yet’, the actress laughed, adding that now she would say, ‘Brilliant, if you want it, full stop.’ But beauty isn’t skin deep, and Helen is a prime example of how a mixture of confidence and style makes you more than just attractive on the surface… On being ‘beautiful’… ‘There are physically beautiful people in the world – David Beckham, for…

THIS WEEK... ARE THEY MAKING THE MOST OF BENEFITS? Each year up to £3.7bn of benefits go unclaimed by older people. Some benefits, like the Winter Fuel Payment, are dependent on age, but others, like Council Tax and Housing Benefit, are means-tested and related to income. Age UK has an excellent information line (0800 169 2081) to explore whether your parents are getting the correct entitlements. One area that older people may not know about are bereavement benefits, which can help ease some of the financial worries people face following the death of their partner. The Bereavement Payment is a taxfree lump sum of £2,000, and Bereavement Allowance is paid weekly for a year after the death of a partner. These can be claimed if your civil partner, husband or…

Was losing Cheryl, Rita and Nick really a blow for Simon Cowell? With BGT over, the ringmaster turns to The X Factor – and it could be the best series yet, says TONY COWELL Last season’s judges have been dropping like flies, with only Simon Cowell seemingly returning for the new series of ITV’s The X Factor. But the one thing Simon isn’t doing is running scared. He’s the ringmaster of talent shows across the globe. He’s also an inventor – someone who sits quietly in a room and looks for answers. I can’t imagine him pacing his bedroom searching for inspiration for this year’s panel – he will need to be the master of reinvention, as going back to basics is the only way forward for The X Factor.…

Lucy, how’s Chas feeling in the wake of Gordon’s death? The fact he’s taken his own life is justice in her eyes. Unfortunately it means Aaron’s never going to get closure, hear his dad say, ‘I did it’. She’s really concerned about him and the fallout – she’s responsible for Gordon’s daughter, Liv, now. Is there chemistry between Chas and DS Wise? He’s been there for them, taking statements, calming Chas down when she went off on one of her vengeance trips – a constant, reassuring arm throughout. Cain’s been there for her, too, but he’s interested in justice of his own! This week, Chas fears she’s pregnant – how does it affect her? If she were pregnant by anybody else it would be a massive shock, but she’d cope.…

Do you try to eat healthily but still feel your waistband digging in? If so, it might not be your fault. You might be eating food that seems slimmer-friendly but it’s actually loaded with more sugar, fat and calories than you thought. Make these simple swaps to start shedding those pounds, no dieting required. 1 FROZEN YOGHURT WHY? Fro-yo is a popular alternative to ice cream – not least with celebs like the Kardashians. But a single serving contains 3-4tsp of sugar, so it’s not always the diet-friendly option it seems. TRY sugar-free jelly. 2 BEER WHY? Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram so, whatever we try to tell ourselves, if we drink beer, we’ll probably end up with a beer belly. TRY no-alcohol beer. 3 COLESLAW WHY? We’re talking…

1 NAPPY NEWS FOR PETER AND EMILY PETER ANDRE, 43, AND HIS WIFE EMILY MACDONAGH, 26, ARE EXPECTING THEIR SECOND CHILD. Peter posted a picture of the scan on Twitter last Thursday, captioning the cute image with the words, ‘OMG Dad to be AGAIN :)) Brilliant. So so happy.’ The happy couple have made no secret of their desire to have a little brother or sister for their two-yearold daughter Amelia. Speaking last December, Peter – who’s also father to son Junior, 10, and daughter Princess, eight, from his previous marriage to Katie Price, 38 – said, ‘It would be lovely to have another baby by next Christmas.’ Looks like his dreams came true! 2 NO HOLDEN BACK! LOVE HER OR HATE HER, YOU’VE GOT TO TAKE YOUR HAT OFF…

She’s gone from a size 30 to a size 16, but Lisa Riley’s amazing body transformation isn’t enough to keep the Twitter trolls from harassing her. ‘Deffo had a gastric band,’ said one. ‘You can’t lose 8 stone in 10 months just by dieting,’ added others. But a furious Lisa hit back. ‘If one more person asks me about a gastric band, I swear I’ll be tempted to cut myself open and show them there’s nothing there.’ She even replied personally to one post on Twitter that said, ‘Not a fan of Lisa Riley telling people she limited herself to 400 calories a day. That’s too low, and not an amount she should recommend…’ An exasperated Lisa, who played larger-than-life Mandy Dingle on Emmerdale, blasted back, ‘It was only for…

THIS WEEK... BEST FAREWELL Eamonn: Well, folks, this is the last time we will be putting together a column in for a while. Mrs Holmes and I think that looking ahead to the future it would be good to talk to each other a bit more instead of writing about each other. Ruth: As you can imagine, it’s been a tough decision for us, but as we have got busier and busier with TV projects, we reached the reluctant conclusion that we can’t do it all. Writing this column has been a brilliant way for us to try to give you an insight into what we do, how we do it and who we meet along the way. We hope that you have enjoyed getting pictures and pieces of information…

TESS DALY TOP Take a tip from Tess – replace a plain white T-shirt with a smart white lace shell top instead. BAG Lighten up for summer with a versatile white tote. SHOES Lengthen your legs with a pair of courts that pick up the same colour as your jeans. JACKET A black tailored jacket is sophisticated, elegant and great for any occasion. If you’re looking for a style to take you from day to night, copy Tess and go for a chic tuxedo cut. JEANS Instead of classic white or beige, shake up your wardrobe with a pair of on-trend jeans in a delicate pastel shade. HITTING THE SHOPS If skinny jeans are not for you, go for a pair of cropped trousers instead. Team with a pair of…

This week, I’ve managed to upset every member of my family, and it’s all thanks to Facebook. My husband, Carl, is furious about my post that admitted how much I’d enjoyed flirting with the good-looking young builder who fixed our garage wall. That same status had our middle girl, Merrily, 17, threatening to leave home. (Said builder happens to be her boyfriend’s big brother.) Bronte, our eldest, turned 21 this week, and didn’t take kindly to the picture I posted on her page on her birthday. Apparently, her toddling around the garden in a nappy isn’t an image she wants to project to her fashion store colleagues. Even little Bridie, nine, isn’t happy, and declared, ‘I think we need to set some Facebook rules, Mummy.’ She’d spotted pictures of herself…

How are you? Loving life in the Maldives. Is your life always exciting? Long filming schedules can be gruesome, but yeah, my life’s pretty glam. Who are you closest to on the show? Lauren [Simon]. I’ve known her 20 years. She’s not got a bad bone in her body. Do you hang out with the girls when you’re not filming? I’m a single parent, I run my household and business, I don’t have much free time. If I do, it’s yoga or the gym. You’re one of the most popular housewives. Why is that? I’m unusual – like when you go scuba diving and find something you didn’t expect. Everyone on the show’s ‘what you see is what you get’. You don’t see the real me until I trust you…

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We’re used to seeing Steph (and Dom) Parker in witty mode on C4’s Gogglebox, offering up outrageous views on the latest TV shows, tipple in hand. But speaking at the Young Epilepsy Champions Awards in London recently, the 49-year-old showed a very different side to herself. Taking to the stage to talk about the young people whose lives are affected by the condition, emotions threatened to overwhelm her. It’s a subject that couldn’t be closer to home, as the couple’s son, Max, 15, suffers from as many as 150 epileptic fits a month. And, introducing the three children nominated for the annual event’s Bravery Award (who all won), Steph welled up, while Dom, 51, put a protective arm around her. ‘It’s very humbling, being here,’ she managed to say. ‘These…

Carol Vorderman & Katie Carol Vorderman’s daughter, Katie King, has clearly inherited her mother’s brains, as well as her good looks. The 55-yearold TV presenter was thrilled when Katie graduated from Cambridge University. Speaking at the time, Carol said, ‘I could not be prouder of my girl. We’re one of the very few mother-and-daughter duos who’ve done science and engineering at Cambridge.’ The 24-year-old also shares Carol’s love of flying. She’s been a member of the Cambridge University Air Squadron, part of the RAF, for the past two years. Mum Carol, who has her own private pilot licence, inspired her daughter when she took her to the Kennedy Space Centre, in Florida, to watch the final Atlantis mission for her 18th birthday. ‘She said she wanted to be an astronaut,…

HELENA GRZECK, spa director at Manchester’s The Spa at The Midland, has more than 10 years’ experience and is an expert in the art of true relaxation. Essential oils have been used in beauty and holistic treatments for years, as they are a great way to help balance body and mind. Helena reveals her favourites to use at home. Aromatherapy oils: your need-to-know essentials • You only need a handful of oils to start, and my recommendations would be lavender and tea tree. Mood-boosting lavender helps calm the nerves and relax the mind and body. It also helps relieve headaches and tension. The easiest way to use it is by placing two small drops on your hand and rubbing between your palms. Close your eyes and inhale the fragrance with…

THIS WEEK... Last Wednesday, Leicester City’s hero footballer Jamie Vardy married Becky Nicholson – the woman who, although she’s the mother of Jamie’s one-year-old daughter, Sofia, his own family has made no secret of disliking. Jamie’s mum’s disapproval is so marked that she reportedly hasn’t spoken to her son for more than a year now, and did not attend the wedding. Jamie’s granddad, Gerald Clewes, said ‘that woman’ had come between the 29-year-old footballer and his mum, while his stepdad Phil – the man who brought him up and whose name he bears – didn’t attend the wedding, either. He said, ‘It’s a real shame. It’s very sad… it really upsets me.’ Of course, I appreciate that, from a parent’s point of view, it’s frustrating – heartbreaking, even – if…

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INSPIRATIONAL Some people seem to be on the receiving end of an inordinate amount of heartache in life, while others, more or less, manage to sail through unscathed. Katie Piper, host of Channel 4’s successful show Never Seen A Doctor, belongs in the former category. She’s proved that not even a horrific acid attack eight years ago will stop her from presenting on TV, penning an autobiography and even taking to the catwalk with supermodel Naomi Campbell, but the Hampshire-born star has also admitted that, despite ‘regaining confidence and smiling daily’, her health struggles are far from over. A sulphuric acid attack in north London, instigated by her ex-boyfriend Danny Lynch in March 2008, left Katie blind in one eye and suffering horrendous burns. She has had over 200 gruelling…

Runner Jesse Owens has been called the greatest athlete in history, and he famously won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin. Now, with his extraordinary story the subject of new Hollywood film Race, his eldest daughter, Gloria Owens Hemphill, tells Best about her memories of her dad… Hi Gloria. You’re depicted as a four-year-old in the film. What was your reaction after watching it for the first time? I’ve seen the film eight times now. Every time I say, ‘I am not going to cry,’ but I shed a few tears! It really hits home. I was lucky to have had such a wonderful dad – and mum. We hear you pored over the storyline with producers… Yes, we wanted a real story of my father.…