Inhoudsopgave van 1 November 2016 - Closer

Applauding young carers The strongest parental instinct is to protect and nurture your child – to help them enjoy their freedom and innocence for as long as possible. But, tragically, sometimes the roles become reversed with youngsters forced to take on adult responsibilities and help to care for loved ones who have been struck down by illness. Reportedy, an estimated 700,000 children in the UK are affected and they are often bullied and ostracised for being different. Our special report on page 18 highlights the amazing sacrifices made by these young carers, the guilt felt by their parents... and ultimately the powerful bond that proves family is more important than anything.…

he showbiz world was in shock last week when pop idol and reality star Pete Burns died of a cardiac arrest, aged 57. Within hours his death was being linked to the excessive surgery the star had undergone, recently admitting he’d had over 300 procedures in his quest for “perfection” and in a bid to correct several botched jobs. The ’80s icon shot to fame as frontman of band Dead Or Alive and later became well-known for his dramatically surgery-enhanced face. Pete had undergone an extensive list of procedures, including several nose jobs, surgery on his eyelids and jaw, cheek implants, and permanent fillers injected into his lips. In 2006 he revealed he had spent most of his life savings on 18 painful months of reconstructive surgery after a cosmetic…

After suffering a few knock-backs this year, Kerry Katona recently revealed she’d undergone her third session of liposuction and a tummy tuck, saying she didn’t want to be the “fat cat in the Kittens.” FEELING INSECURE And as Kerry, 36, prepares for Atomic Kitten’s tour of Australia and New Zealand in the new year, insiders reveal she’s planning a total overhaul of her look and is modelling herself on the “Barbie image” she had in her heyday. Despite losing 2st at the start of the year, the star saw her weight creep back up again over the summer, and insiders say it has left her feeling insecure and bad about herself. A source says: “Kerry’s been feeling down about her weight for a while now, but she’s had a tough…

She’s done her best to keep smiling through one of the hardest times of her life, as Stephanie Davis faces motherhood alone following her acrimonious split with CBB star Jeremy McConnell earlier this year. But after enjoying a holiday to Tenerife with her mum Pauline last month, insiders say Steph, 23, is feeling happier than ever and can’t wait to welcome her baby son – who is due in January. A source says: “It hasn’t been the easiest of times for Steph but, deep down, she’s a strong girl and has a lot of love and support from her family, which has brought her back to life. “She’s also been really focused on eating healthily for her baby and it’s helped her mental wellbeing no end. She’s taken up yoga…

Emily Carter from Carers Trust tells Closer : • Make sure they seek help from a relevant organisation. It’s easy for them to think their needs don’t matter when they’re caring for somebody else. • Encourage them to join a young carers groups, such as those offered by Carers Trust Network Partners. • Suggest they chat with other young carers, have fun and get information and advice at https://babble.carers.org, Carers Trust’s online community. • Find out about your rights to information and an assessment of the support you might need from the council by visiting www.carers.org…

CLOSER’S PSYCHOLOGIST, EMMA KENNY, SAYS: “Jutting showed all the signs of being a psychopath as he enjoyed hurting his victims, and he was arrogant in that he made no effort to hide his crimes. “Being well-educated and a wealthy banker, he is likely to be narcissistic and have a huge ego – which would have been amplified by the drugs. “The mixture of alcohol and cocaine lowers inhibitions and can cause aggressive behaviour. Jutting also chose vulnerable women; men like him think prostitutes are less important than other people.”…

After Benedict became a household name when he first appeared in Sherlock in 2010, millions of people formed one of the world’s biggest and most passionate fanbases, even rivalling that of 1D. They were immediately dubbed “Cumberb***hes,” although Benedict quickly announced he would rather call themselves “Cumber people” because he said the name put “feminism back 10 years.” They spawned numerous Twitter and Facebook pages, created thousands of Tumblrs, gifs, Pinterest boards and memes – even declaring his 19 July birthday as an unofficial international holiday. We’ve spoken to some die-hard fans to find out just why people are so bedazzled by Benedict… CONFESSIONS OF THE CUMBERFANS Charlie: ‘I paid £3k to meet Benedict’ “Benedict has such wide appeal because he is intelligent, caring and funny; he’s a lovely person.…

HER COSMETIC SURGERY… “I can see why people become addicted. When I had my nose job earlier this year, something that looked awful then looked amazing in a matter of three hours. Maybe when I’m 53 I might have a facelift if my skin starts to sag loads. Or maybe when I’m in my 30s I could get a designer vagina after giving birth.” HER BLOWOUT TAKEAWAY DAYS… “On cheat days, I’ll have a fry up, a Big Mac meal with fizzy Fanta, a double cheeseburger, six chicken nuggets and two sour cream dips. I also snack on crisps galore and cupcakes.” POSTING NEARLY-NAKED SELFIES… “I’ve worked hard for my body so I’m happy to put pictures of it out there. It seems to shock everyone in the world apart…

EASTENDERS Danny Dyer is a good friend and I think he’s amazing. He gives the show film-star quality, which it hadn’t had for a long time. KEEPING HIS SON ROMAN GROUNDED Ro knows how lucky he is and he’s very good at what he does; I’m proud that he’s now presenting on X Factor. SPANDAU BALLET I spent all of last year on tour with Spandau Ballet, but this year I’m giving back to myself. ON THE FUTURE You never know what’s around the corner, but the next thing I’m doing is the musical Million Dollar Quartet and I can’t wait.…

IN THE NEWS OASIS GETS THE ROYAL TREATMENT With party season on the horizon, the latest collaboration with high-street favourite Oasis has come along at just the right time. The store’s new collection has taken inspiration from the Warner Textile Archive – the people behind Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation robes – so you’ll feel like a princess for the day! The 14-piece range is a treasure trove of shimmering party pieces, along with intricately embroidered separates and accessories, all of which re-imagine the Archive’s winter fabrics with a fresh twist. So whether you’re on the hunt for a fancy frock or looking to add some opulence to your daytime wardrobe, this stunning new range will give your look a regal rework. LATEST CELEB COLLABORATION PRETTY LITTLE THING X SOFIA RICHIE…

TRICKS OF THE TRADE Want to be able to curl your hair in under 10 minutes? Then try this time-saving styling trick for a loose, natural-looking bounce that actually stays put. Pull clean, dry hair into a high pony and secure with a bobble before spritzing the lengths with a heat-protecting spray. Divide the pony into four sections (or six depending on thickness) and wrap the wand around each one for a few seconds. Remove the bobble and rake through curls for a loose, fuss-free wave. It really works! ON TRIAL This week, we tried hand creams priced from 99p to £18. Here are our top three… DAILY DOSE This lightweight lotion had a soothing floral scent, which was nice and calming to apply before bed. It left our hands…

SERVES 4 • 4-6 salad or large spring onions• 500g edamame beans (frozen will do)• 200g tinned tuna in oil, drained• 6tbsp extra-virgin olive oil• Juice of 1 lemon, plus extra wedges to serve• 2tbsp chopped celery leaves GUILT-FREE TREAT SWEET RAISIN SODA BREAD STEP 1 Heat the oven to 220˚C/gas mark 7. Grease a baking tray, dust with flour. STEP 2 Combine 300g plain wholemeal flour and 150g sifted plain flour in a bowl. Add 25g butter and rub together. Add 300g California Raisins, 2tsp sugar, 1tsp salt and 2tsp bicarbonate of soda. Make a well in the centre. STEP 3 Whisk 284ml buttermilk with 150ml water. Add to the mix to form a dough. Shape on the tray and cut a cross on the top. STEP 4 Bake for 15 mins. Reduce oven to…

“I work full-time in sales for a hair company and as a self-employed make-up artist on the side, so I earn around £18,000 a year. My boyfriend, Tom, is a newly self-employed kitchen and bathroom tiler, earning around £30,000 a year. “We’re currently living with my parents rent-free so we can save for a deposit. We think shared ownership might be the best option for us, but I’ve been told that Tom can’t put his name to a mortgage because he’s self-employed. Should we be looking at shared ownership just in my name, or try something else? “We aim to save £1,000 a month between us and we’ve got around £20,000 at the moment. My parents want to help too, so by the end of next year we should have…

I love being a mum, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Recent research found that mothers living in a two-parent household are often left doing the hard work while dads tend to be the ones enjoying playtime. Mums can end up doing the daily graft – feeding everyone, making sure the household runs smoothly, organising the children’s social lives and helping with their homework – then Dad comes in and has a fun couple of hours with the kids before bedtime. Sound familiar? Here’s how to get a better balance. BE A PARENTING TEAM • PLAN AHEAD Agree the chores each of you will do to be able to share the fun elements of parenting. Don’t expect them to do it your way, though. Splitting responsibilities means accepting each other’s…

Goldie McQueen doesn’t exactly look like the shy and retiring type… [Laughs] Where do I start?! I mean, you definitely wouldn’t miss her! She’s very out there; she loves the whole animal print thing – and the purple lips which just set the look off. There’s the bright red hair as well. It’s a wig – you can see my dark hair at the front, but the rest is this bright red mane… You do attract these characters! School secretary Janeece in Waterloo Road and tea lady Honey in Casualty were quite “out there” as well... I know! These casting directors need to give me a break! I never get the part of a normal, nice, plain girl – I must suit…

CHARLOTTE’S WEB A PIG AND A SPIDER SAT 5 NOV, 4.50PM, ITV2 Porker Wilbur finds out what happens to piggy-wigs when the dinner table beckons, gulp... Luckily, he makes friends with Charlotte the spider – who hatches a clever plan to save him and make him famous, all with the help of some fancy web work. Dakota Fanning plays the pig’s sweet little girl owner. (Not one for arachnophobes, this...) THE GUEST DON’T OPEN THE DOOR! SAT 5 NOV, 9PM, FILM4 It’s only a few days after Halloween so we can forgive the slightly late showing of this dark thriller. It stars Dan Stevens (him off Downton Abbey ) as a soldier who introduces himself to the Peterson family, claiming to be a friend of their son…

As rumours continue to swirl that Cheryl is expecting her first child with Liam Payne, sources say she’s endured a week from hell. Just as she was separated from the 1D star as he hit the Las Vegas club scene, reports surfaced of a secret tape between her and ex-husband Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini. Just days after their divorce hearing, details emerged of a 45-minute recording of a raging Cheryl, 33, who was allegedly heard ordering JB, 36, to leave their house just five months into their 19-month marriage. ‘LIVING IN FEAR’ The former Girls Aloud star, who had no idea the bust-up was being recorded, was said to be “living in fear” that the tape would be leaked and expose details of their marriage woes. And as the singer was left…

Pop star Sinitta, who first met Pete in the late ’80s on the showbiz circuit, recalls: “I arrived at an event and saw someone with long black curly hair and a mini skirt posing to the paparazzi outside. It was Pete and he wasn’t impressed when I stole the paps’ attention – and our ‘battle of the divas’ began. We’d often come across each other at events and we had a jokey rivalry. He’d play pranks on me, trying to sabotage my performances. It was at a gig in 2012 that we made amends. He gave me a big hug and said: ‘I really like you and I’m sorry for what I did. I just wanted to wind you up.’ I am so upset to see him go; he was…

She was forced to hit back at vicious rumours she was axed from Loose Women two months ago, after returning to her party lifestyle – and last week, Vicky Pattison hit the headlines again when viewers accused her of constantly gurning on The Xtra Factor. The star was also snapped leaving the X Factor studios, after filming, looking unsteady on her feet. After Vicky, 28, appeared on the show, wearing a latex dress and making bizarre expressions, one fan wrote on Twitter: “@VickyPattison Please can you just confirm what’s up with your jaw. It’s really annoying me.... #Gurncity #Gurnin’ell #Gurnathon.” While another joked: “I can’t stop watching that Vicky Pattison video; her jaw’s more active than the pendulum in a Grandfather clock.” A source says: “Vicky’s horrified that she’s being…

Frolicking on a beach in Barbados last week, Coleen Rooney showed off her sensational super-toned bikini body – just 10 months after having her third son, Kit. And pals say size 8 Coleen is relishing her new figure after losing the 2st she gained in pregnancy and building lean muscle thanks to 200 sit-ups a day and a programme called the Tri Plan, which involves rigorous 40-minute workout sessions four times a week and a strict diet that’s said to retrain the body to burn fat instead of store it. PUSHING HERSELF A source says: “Coleen’s feeling more confident with her body than ever and can’t believe she has such great abs. She’s worked incredibly hard over the past few months to not only lose weight but sculpt her body…

Her super-skinny frame has sparked fears for her health a number of times over the years, but Tara Reid has always played them down, claiming she’s “just a small-boned girl.” TERRIFIED However, pals tell Closer that the 5ft 5 American Pie star – who was pictured last week looking skinnier than ever – is now a US size 0, weighing less than 7st and barely eating as she faces money worries. But insiders say that Tara, 40 – who has had a long struggle with her looks, since enduring a botched boob job and body contouring procedure in 2004 – has been forced to accept reality TV offers, like her appearance in Celebrity Big Brother in 2011, and is terrified her career is over. A source close to the star…

When news broke that Mariah Carey’s 10-month engagement to James Packer was over, reports claimed the billionaire called time on their relationship because of her “extravagant spending,” adding that she was keeping her £8m engagement ring. STILL FRIENDS News of the split came just five days after Mariah, 46, was snapped in fancy dress at a Halloween party with her ex-husband Nick Cannon and their five-year-old twins Moroccan and Monroe. Insiders reveal to Closer that it was Mariah’s ongoing friendship with Nick, 36, that helped cause the end of her relationship. A source says: “Mariah is heartbroken that it didn’t work out with James, she’s stayed close with Nick for the sake of their children. “Mariah was happy with James but it was a very different relationship to when she…

Single mum Tracy Kiss, 29, leads a hectic lifestyle as a personal trainer, as well as running after her two children. But she’s confident she’ll avoid winter sniffles this year after discovering a bizarre “superfood” to keep her healthy. FULL OF BEANS Tracy incorporates a spoonful of a friend’s sperm into her diet every day, claiming it’s the perfect addition to her vegan lifestyle and better for her immunity than a vitamin pill. Tracy, who’s mum to Millisent, nine, and Gabriele, four, says: “I’d been feeling run down and had no energy, but now I’m full of beans and my mood has improved. It can taste really good – depending on what my friend has been eating. My other mates think I’m strange, but I don’t give a toss.” Although…

This year’s Strictly has been riddled with drama and after last week’s live shows, yet another controversy was thrown into the mix when viewers took to Twitter to slam presenter Tess Daly for being “fake.” One Twitter user wrote: “Don’t know what’s worse @TessDaly’s dress or her fake sincerity!” while another wrote “It is SO painful & cringeworthy watching@TessDaly. Ruining Strictly for me!” However, Olympic gold medallist Greg Rutherford, who has been praised for his impressive dance moves, says Tess has a heart of gold. “It’s a shock!” says Greg. “I think Tess is lovely. She and Claudia are kind of motherly figures – we see them before the shows start and they wish us luck and comfort us. “Tess always does me a favour and reminds the viewers that…

Mum-to-be Janet Jackson has been seen for the first time since announcing her pregnancy earlier this month, strolling down a London street with her husband Wissam Al Mana. Insiders tell Closer how Janet, 50 – who wore full Islamic dress last week, having become a Muslim when marrying the 41-year-old Qatari billionaire in 2012 – has vowed to bring their baby up as a Muslim, too. A source says: “Janet’s felt an even stronger connection to the religion since falling pregnant and it’s brought her and Wissam even closer. “She knows how important his religion is to him and wants their child to embrace that, too.” Janet’s brother, Jermaine, 61 – who is father to nine children, including sons Jaafar, 17, and Jermajesty, 13 – recently spoke about how he…

She’s got a few months to go, but Alex Jones has been gushing to friends that she can’t wait to meet her first child. The One Show presenter, 39, who is married to businessman Charlie Thomson, announced she was pregnant in September and Instagrammed a pic of her changing shape last week, with the caption: “The bump is gathering pace!!” A source says: “Alex is really enjoying her pregnancy. She’s counting down the days till she meets her baby. She says there’s nothing more exciting about being a first-time mum and has been getting everything ready.”…

JULIA’S SCARED OF HAVING A BITTER SPLIT LIKE BRANGELINA Her 14-year marriage has been plagued with split reports for months and Julia Roberts did little to silence rumours last week when she attended an awards bash in LA without her husband Danny Moder. Insiders tell Closer how pals are worried the couple – who have three children together: 11-year-old twins Hazel and Phinnaeus and Henry, nine – might be heading for a silent separation in a bid to avoid a messy and bitter divorce like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, whose split and custody battle has dominated headlines for the past month. A source says: “Julia and Danny have been battling with relationship problems for a long time, which they’ve been trying to work through. But pals are concerned that,…

THE MOVES She gave birth to daughter Everly in 2013, and the actress admits that husband Channing loves her curvier shape. Jenna exercises three times a week and goes hiking with her dogs, as well as hot yoga and spinning classes. She says: “Exercise de-stresses me so I make it a priority.” THE FOODS The former backing dancer follows a vegan diet and starts the day with a smoothie made from spinach, apple, lemon, kale and banana. Lunch is Lebanese tabbouleh, and dinner is brown rice with squash, purple potatoes, asparagus and tahini sauce. THE CHEAT Like most new mums, getting back on the treadmill was the last thing on Jenna’s mind after giving birth. Instead, she did gentle exercises at home while Everly was asleep, which helped kick-start her…

INSIDE SAM’S FRIDGE • Cinnamon waffles• Fromage frais• Wagon Wheels• Mini Rolls• Kit Kats• Penguins• Greek yoghurt• Philadelphia cheese spread• Dairylea spread• Cheddar cheese• Activia fig yoghurt• Strawberry jam• Barbeque sauce• Tomato ketchup• Bacon• Breaded cod• Beef mince• Braising steak• Steak pie• Sliced cheese• Babybel• Lettuce• Cucumber• Broccoli• Pasta sauce• Carrots• Green beans• Strawberries• Dairy Milk• Onions• Semi-skimmed milk• Champagne• Bottled water Where do you shop? Normally Asda, because we know our way round – I’ve been going for years, but there’s a steak pie I go to Sainsbury’s for. I tend to spend £150 a week. What’s your daily diet? I start with a bowl of Rice Krispies, and my daughter [Miley], who’s two, comes along with a spoon and eats some too – that’s how I diet! At the weekend we have cinnamon waffles. For lunch we have cheese, lettuce and cucumber sandwiches and crisps. And for dinner I love doing spaghetti bolognese because it’s easy – just cook the mince…

MY POCKET MONEY WAS… I don’t think I got any, although I do remember the tooth fairy leaving an IOU! MY FIRST JOB WAS… Working as a sales assistant at a shop that sold swimming pool equipment in New Zealand. MY BIGGEST IMPULSE PURCHASE WAS… A second-hand Volkswagen Beetle for a few thousand pounds – it was a sky-blue convertible. THE MOST EXPENSIVE THING I OWN IS… A sporty, white Range Rover Evoque. THE LAST THING I BOUGHT WAS… A set of Tommee Tippee baby bottles for £30 – it was a gift for my friend’s baby shower. SPENDER OR SAVER? Definitely a saver. I think the older you get, the more frugal you become. • Erin and Anton du Beke’s Swing Time is touring nationwide. Visit www.raymondgubbay.co.uk…

FORMER HOLBY STAR LAILA ROUASS, 45, TAKES OUR QUIZ… What’s your worst habit? Dunking whole chocolate bars into cups of tea. If you were an animal, what would you be and why? I would be a goat! I just love them because they’re a bit uncontrollable! Who was your first kiss? One of my brother’s mates – we were playing spin the bottle on a camping trip. Where’s your happy place? In bed with my daughter Inez, nine, next to me. I’d love a bed in my office but no work would get done! How do you cope with conflict? I always try to be fair, but if it gets too heated I walk away and let things cool. Describe yourself in three words Stubborn, loyal and fiery. • Laila…

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Unveiling her surprise baby bump last week, Amy Childs gushed she was “happier than ever” as she announced she was expecting her first baby with her jailbird boyfriend Bradley Wright. The pair reunited in March this year after Bradley’s five-month spell in prison. The couple, who met in a pub in 2014 in Amy’s native Brentwood, were plagued with problems throughout their 15-month relationship. The star chucked builder Bradley, 25, out of her home last year – before he was arrested – after she caught him sexting another woman. He was then arrested in October for handling stolen goods and given an 18-month sentence – but only served five months for good behaviour. Bradley, who has a seven-year-old daughter, Lexi, from a previous relationship, already had a criminal record before…

Closer’s Katie Banks spent time with Pete and his partner Michael Simpson when they filmed reality show Pete’s PA in 2007. She says: “Pete was a real character. He and Michael would put on fashion shows for each other in the house and they were constantly giggling. Pete was a true diva and loved all the drama and attention that surrounded him. In moments alone, he could be quite sensitive, softly spoken and he was noticeably self-conscious about his lips – they looked painfully enhanced when we met. He was a true eccentric until the end.”…

She shut down rumours she was pregnant with her sixth child last week – claiming bikini photos of her rounded stomach while in Barbados with husband Kieran Hayler were the result of a “food baby.” Now pals tell Closer how the speculation has stirred up powerful emotions for mum-of-five Jordan, who is longing to have another child. FEELING EMPTY A source says: “Katie’s upset she isn’t pregnant and insists it’s not from want of trying. The one thing she really wanted this year was another baby. She loves having kids and has made no secret of wanting more, so having all this speculation surrounding her with no exciting news to tell just makes her feel even worse.” The source adds: “It’s a highly charged emotional situation for her. She’s cried…

She was spotted out for the first time last week after spending three weeks in hiding, following a horrifying ordeal when she was held at gunpoint in a Paris apartment. And Kim Kardashian was still uncharacteristically demure as she arrived at husband Kanye West’s concert in LA, wearing an all-black outfit and barely any make-up, covering her face to avoid photographers. Despite vulnerable Kim, 36, being snapped out in LA and filming new scenes for Keeping Up With The Kardashians, pals reveal she fears everyone has turned against her after a backlash from fans and Hollywood stars. CELEBRITY SPATS Days after news broke of the horrific attack, several high-profile celebrities mocked her ordeal. Justin Timberlake made a dig at Kim during his concert, while US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel…

Privately educated British banker Rurik Jutting made headines last week as details of the appalling deaths of two women in his lavish £2,000-a-month Hong Kong apartment were heard in court. Jutting – who grew up in Surrey, attended the £34,000-a-year Winchester College and earned a six-figure salary – spent £650,000 in two years on prostitutes, drugs and booze after moving to China in 2013 to further his career. SAVAGE KILLINGS The court heard how the banker killed 23-year-old sex worker Sumarti Ningsih after torturing her for three days – sickeningly filming it on his phone. On the night of her death in October 2014, the court heard Jutting had taken 60g of cocaine – enough to put a “normal person” in a coma. He then forced terrified mum-of-one Sumarti to…

He became a global hit after starring in BBC1’s award-winning series Sherlock, and now he’s Hollywood’s most wanted lead actor, currently appearing as a buff superhero in Marvel’s epic new comic-book film Doctor Strange. Posing with his pregnant wife Sophie Hunter, 38 – who is also mum to his 17-month-old son Christopher – at the launch of his new film at Westminster Abbey, multi-millionaire Benedict is clearly on cloud nine. SEX SYMBOL And as we catch up with Benedict on the red carpet, he’s extremely laid-back, sipping a tumbler of water and laughing off any suggestion that he’s a sex symbol to millions of avid fans, who are known as “Cumberb***hes.” “I don’t think of myself as this huge Hollywood star,” smiles Benedict, 40, at the Doctor Strange launch event.…

‘I don’t want to be falling around drunk any more’ They hey ' ’ re re two two of of Newcastle Newcastle ' ’ s s most famous exports, and have spoken out before about being mutual fans of each other. And after Charlotte Crosby gushed about Cheryl – who is rumoured to be pregnant with her first baby with boyfriend Liam Payne – being “dead nice,” she says she’d love to be on the guest list for a future baby shower. Speaking to Closer, Charlotte says: “I’d love an invite to Cheryl’s baby shower – I definitely wouldn’t turn it down. I’d buy a little baby blanket. But I can’t see one coming my way! She’s such a lovely lady and if we see each other we speak, but…

She’s one of the hottest contestants on Strictly, and all that hard work waltzing around the ballroom has certainly paid off for Daisy Lowe. But although she’s one of the most desired women in the world, she still has body hang-ups. She tells Closer: “Aljaž [Škorjanec, her Strictly partner] is so inspirational. He puts me through my paces during training – my arms feel stronger, with a bit more muscle definition, too. My posture has improved and my legs are more toned, but I still want to tone up my bum – we all have wobbly bits! “Dancing is a great workout because it’s so intense but you are having so much fun at the same time.” And while she may be tipped for the win with her hunky Slovenian…

Flaunting her neat bump in black lace lingerie on social media last week, former TOWIE star Billie Faiers made it clear she wasn’t going to let pregnancy hamper her sex appeal. Billie, 26, who’s been appearing on younger sister Sam’s show The Mummy Diaries, has told pals she’s determined to continue flashing the flesh over the coming months in her bid to be the sexiest mum-to-be on the showbiz scene. A source says: “Billie got into the best shape of her life before falling pregnant. She wants to continue showing off her body as her bump grows to prove you can still be sexy while pregnant.” With the baby due in March, Billie says Nelly has her heart set on having a brother just like her cousin, Paul. And Billie…

WHO WORE IT BEST? Kylie Jenner vs Ariel Winter It seems Modern Family star Ariel is keeping up with Kylie Jenner, because she wore almost the exact same Yousef Al-Jasmi dress Kylie had sported just a few days before. While Kylie gave it a “city girl” spin with a shorter hemline and a denim jacket, Ariel made hers appropriate for the red carpet. VERDICT Kylie out-sparkles Ariel with her shorter body-con frock. SHEER DELIGHT Rachel McAdams, 37 The Doctor Strange actress rarely disappoints on the red carpet, and this stunning Elie Saab Couture dress is another win. The flocks of blue and white birds tap into this season’s embroidery trend, while the fishtail silhouette and belted waist show off her figure. Absolute perfection. ALL ON DISPLAY Charlotte Dawson, 24 The…

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She isn’t a woman to do things by halves. After 30 years of struggling with her weight, she took a hammer to a set of bathroom scales and smashed it to pieces live on TV. In fact, Loose Women panellist Nadia, 51, admits it was one of the best feelings ever and thinks everyone should throw out their scales. “I had 30 years of misery from yo-yo dieting,” she says. “I think that what I did to those scales resonated with so many women. I was a slave to them! If I stepped on to them and saw I’d put on a pound, I wanted to stuff my face because I felt bad.” HEALTHY BODY IMAGE Now the star has found a healthier way to maintain her slim size 12…

With mood board apps like Pinterest and easy how-to tutorials available on WikiHow, the arts and crafts craze has never been more popular. Not only are adults enjoying the do-it-yourself trend – with everything from artistic wedding invitations to home décor and handmade clothes – but children are getting involved, too. ‘Kids crafts’ is one of the most searched-for phrases on the web and is the perfect hobby to do with your little ones to keep them entertained. Get arty with the kids and make everything from personalised badges to a customised diary with an HP Instant Ink printer. HP’s new replacement ink service monitors your printer’s ink levels, and when you’re about to run out, delivers a top-up straight to your door – before you’ve even realised you’re running…

We all know where the obvious junk food is, but it’s also hiding in places you’d least expect – from farmers’ markets and cafés to juice bars – and could see you unintentionally consuming hundreds of extra calories. Here’s what you need to know… KICK-START YOUR DAY THE HEALTHY WAY We’d expect a large Wetherspoon’s breakfast to contain plenty of calories, but 1,500 is three quarters of your entire day’s worth. Even more innocent-seeming breakfasts can be gut-busters, too. An All Day Breakfast Panini from Caffè Nero contains 480 calories, while Pret A Manger’s Sausage & Egg brioche contains 546 calories. If you go for something sweet, like a Caffè Nero Triple Chocolate Muffin, you’ll be having 34.9g sugar (nearly nine cubes), when you’re only supposed to have 30g a…

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LATEST HOME VIEWING X-Men: Apocalypse After the world’s first mutant re-emerges, hellbent on destroying the planet, the X-Men are forced to reunite to defeat him. There’s a whole new generation of super-powered pals (including Sophie Turner) to help, but will it be enough? ALSO OUT: •The Neon Demon Elle Fanning stars in this dark tale from the director of Drive. She’s a young model who moves to LA and falls in with a clique of stars who’ll do whatever it takes to stay the hottest thing in town. DON’T MISS FLICK The Light Between Oceans Warning! You will need a pack of tissues with you when you’re watching this beautiful new drama starring Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander – it’s most definitely a tearjerker. Set in post-war Australia, the moving…

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