Inhoudsopgave van 24 October 2017 - Closer

Just a year on from her hysterectomy, Andrea McLean has showcased her epic figure after changing up her diet and exercise regime. The Loose Women host admits the op was the incentive to “take a long hard look at her body” – and she credits yoga and a sugar-free diet for keeping her in sensational shape at 48. Meanwhile, rather than ruining her confidence, Jen Metcalfe reveals her own life-changing event – the birth of her son Daye in June – has left her feeling happier than ever about her curves. Sometimes just taking that first step on the shape-up journey is the hardest, which is why this week we’ve teamed up with Slimming World to offer you free membership – and the opportunity to kick start your own transformation.…

They’re the UK’s golden couple – with former TOWIE star Mark Wright landing a big-time presenting gig in LA, while his wife Michelle Keegan stars in the second series of BBC hit Our Girl. But, last week, their crowns appeared to be slipping, when Michelle’s appearance was slated and fans of the drama, in which the actress, 30, plays Lance Corporal Georgie Lane, branded the latest season “disappointing and shocking”. One disgruntled viewer said, “The acting in Our Girl is killing me #cringe,” while another quipped, “Dull as dishwater #bringbacklaceyturner,” referring to the EastEnders actress, who played the lead role before Michelle. The criticism came as Essex-born Mark was slammed for debuting an American twang during an interview with actor Liam Neeson for his US entertainment show, Extra. One online…

Their year-long volatile relationship came to an explosive end last December, but the drama shows no sign of abating as it emerged last week that Blac Chyna is suing former fiancé Rob Kardashian and his entire family, claiming they’re to blame for her reality TV show – Rob And Chyna – being axed. Blac, 29, claims she suffered assault, battery, domestic violence and harassment at the hands of Rob, and accuses his family – mum Kris Jenner, sisters Kim, Khloé and Kourtney, and half-sisters Kendall and Kylie – of slut-shaming her and killing her hit TV show. The couple got together in January 2016, and during their whirlwind relationship announced their engagement, had baby daughter Dream in November, and split the following month. Rob went on a social media rampage…

As distressing details continued to emerge from the trial of her ex-boyfriend Arthur Collins – who is accused of carrying out an acid attack in London earlier this year – Ferne McCann has revealed she doesn’t see herself becoming a single mum. Speaking in an interview last week, the pregnant former TOWIE star, who’s due next month, said, “To me, I’m going to be a mum like anyone else, but just in a different situation. It shouldn’t define you.” Her words came as Arthur and co-defendant Andre Phoenix, 21, stood trial on five counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and 11 counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. During the hearing, one victim told the court she was left covered in blisters, adding, “my skin was coming off…

Vanessa Feltz says she wasn’t the least bit surprised when the Harvey Weinstein scandal broke. The broadcaster, 55, says, “I did a radio show recently about whether there’s a Harvey Weinstein in every industry, and the answer was a resounding yes, from hospitals to mini cab companies. “I feel huge sympathy for women like Penny Lancaster and Maria Fowler after they both spoke out last week about the abuse they had faced in modelling. But again, sadly, it doesn’t surprise me. With Maria, as a glamour model you’ll get critics who say that it’s a situation brought on by themselves due to the nature of what they do. That’s wrong. Just because you’re being photographed topless, does not give a man the right to grab your breasts. “I’ve spoken before…

❛ DOCTORS TOLD ME I WAS JUST JEALOUS❜ After his first child was born in June 2013, Tony Crone expected to feel like the happiest man alive. But as he held his little girl, Elizabeth, in his arms, he felt numb and couldn’t bond with her. Despite visiting his GP many times to explain his worries, he was repeatedly told wrongly that men don’t suffer from postnatal depression, and Tony’s condition eventually got so bad that he contemplated suicide. The 29-year-old care worker from Liverpool tells Closer , “Before my daughter was born, I had no idea that men could get post-natal depression, but when I held her, I felt nothing. I knew that I should love and care about her, but I just didn’t. I was filled with guilt…

He blasted his ex-girlfriend, supermodel Gigi Hadid, for moving on “so quickly” with Zayn Malik after their 2015 break-up. But last week, Joe Jonas revealed he’d proposed to his Game Of Thrones star girlfriend, Sophie Turner, after just a year of dating. Brit actress Sophie, 21, shared a photo of the ring on Instagram, with the caption, “I said yes.” Despite fans expressing their shock at Sophie getting engaged so young to the 28-year-old US singer, they were flooded with well wishes from family and friends. Sophie’s GoT co-star and best friend, Maisie Williams, wrote: “Congratulations to my beautiful girlfriend on her engagement. This is just one of MANY life milestones we’ll share.” Sophie and Joe first went public with their romance last November, when they were spotted getting close…

‘I feel more confident in myself’ She discusses other people’s dramas every day on Loose Women, but TV presenter Andrea McLean has had more than her fair share of turmoil. As well as suffering from painful endometriosis and a deadly blood disorder, she’s also endured two cancer scares. The Scottish presenter, 48, first discovered a lump in her right breast in 2012, which thankfully turned out to be “harmless fibrous tissue”, before revealing she had a second scare three years later. Now engaged to businessman Nick Feeney who she’s been dating for over three years, she’s determined to live life to the fullest. Andrea says, “I had two different lumps in the same place and they kept coming back. I was very lucky I didn’t get breast cancer. I keep…

2 NOVEMBER 2007 Meredith’s body is discovered in her bedroom. 6 NOVEMBER 2007 Amanda Knox, Raffaele Sollecito and Diya Lumumba, the owner of a pub where Knox worked, are arrested. Lumumba is later released due to lack of evidence. OCTOBER 2008 Rudy Guede is convicted of murder and sexual assault and sentenced to 30 years in prison, later cut to 16 years. 4 DECEMBER 2009 Knox is found guilty of murder, sexual assault and slander and given 26 years in prison. Sollecito is convicted of murder and sexual assault and is sentenced to 25 years. 29 JUNE 2011 An independent report concludes the DNA evidence used to convict Knox and Sollecito is unreliable. 3 OCTOBER 2011 Knox and Sollecito are cleared of murder conviction and freed after an appeal. 26…

She’s been hugely prolific on Instagram in the last year – with her profile strewn with close-up selfies, luxurious holiday snaps and posy bikini shots with boyfriend Ryan Libbey. But while Louise Thompson’s pictures have reaped thousands of likes, the ostentatious posts have also garnered criticism from fans who deem her “vain” and “narcissistic”. And, as a result of her increased social media influence and excessive selfies, an unrepentant Louise, 27, tells Closer her photo uploads and need for “likes” are dominating her life. She admits, “As soon as I’m awake I’m on my phone. Instagram has become a bit of an obsession – I check statistics, followers, likes and make sure my influence is spreading. When a photo doesn’t get that many likes, I start to question it. I…

❛ IT DOES SEEM TO SCARE MEN OFF – I NEED SOMEONE MORE OPEN-MINDED ❜ When Harley Smith gets home from work, there’s nothing she likes more than settling down with a glass of wine and watching a film from the comfort of her custom-made coffin. And it’s not unusual for barmaid Harley, who lives in Reading, to sleep in it, too. The 29 year old says, “I find it relaxing. I like that you’re closed in and can be alone. I’ve even had sex in there, but the bloke I was seeing ended it soon after as he found it just too weird.” Harley got into the goth scene as a teenager after watching films like The Craft. Then, three years ago, she splashed out £800 on a full-sized…

PVC finishes may seem daunting, but they can easily work for daytime when buddied up with simpler pieces. Chunky knits and autumnal colours will quickly take your trousers from fashion statement to everyday staple. Fluffy jackets in jewel tones are a key look for A/W17. Faux fur and slinky satin in a similar hue is a chic match that practically cries out for dark nights and fancy dos. Give it a grown-up feel with a simple nude lip and pared-back make-up to let your outfit do the talking. Give your fuzzy fashion a weekend rework with embellished denim and comfy flats. Puffa jackets will give even the dressiest of dresses a sporty spin. Ensure all eyes are on you at a posh soirée with a plush velvet dress. Ruffles, structure…

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1 TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS “Women are always given so much advice, but what works for one baby, won’t work for the next. Do what feels right, as you know your own baby best.” 2 COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR PARTNER “If you have a supportive other half, then don’t be afraid to talk to them about how you are feeling. Greg and I are very open with each other and discuss everything together.” 3 DON’T COMPARE YOURSELF TO OTHERS “I’ve got friends whose babies have been sleeping through the night since they were three or four weeks old, and I started thinking, ‘Why doesn’t Daye do that?’ But now I know not to compare and worry all the time.” 4 LISTEN TO YOUR BODY “I used to go to the gym three…

INSIDE KATIE’S FRIDGE • Eggs• Cheddar cheese• Salad cream• Tomato ketchup• Blueberries• Mayonnaise• Roast chicken breast fillets• Roast chicken thighs• Beef mince• Hot smoked salmon fillets• Sweet potato• Yellow pepper• Cauliflower and broccoli florets• Limes• Diet Coke• Watercress• Tomatoes• Watermelon• Bottled water• Soda water• Strawberry yoghurt• Dark chocolate• Almond milk• Cranberry juice• Gin KATIE How much do you spend? I tend to buy my groceries in dribs and drabs every few days instead of doing one big weekly shop. I spend around £30 each time at the store near the Corrie set. Describe your daily diet… Breakfast is smoked salmon or bacon with scrambled eggs, and if I’m heading to the gym I’ll have a protein shake afterwards. The canteen on set has so many healthy options, so lunch is usually a tuna or chicken salad with fruit. In the evening, I’ll have chicken or fish with sweet potato, broccoli and kale, or if I…

KEEP COSY – FOR LESS! Forget shivering at home to save a few quid, we asked a range of experts how to stay toasty this winter without living in fear of your heating bill… DON’T HEAT EMPTY SPACES If you have a spare room or downstairs bathroom that’s often unoccupied, don’t waste energy heating it. “Shut the doors and turn off the radiators in those rooms,” recommends consumer affairs editor for TopCashback, Natasha Rachel Smith. “Not only will the spaces you are using heat up quicker, you’ll also save on your energy bills by not heating unused spaces.” BOOST YOUR RADIATORS “It sounds strange, but taping kitchen foil to the back of your radiators can help keep your house warm,” says Ed Kamm, energy expert at First Utility. “Foil helps…

1 THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF: THE FINAL BAGS OF NERVES TUE 31 OCT, 8PM, C4 They came, they baked, they tried to get one of Paul’s sweaty handshakes and some flirty banter out of Noel #majordistraction. Unbelievably, tonight is the final – and with the end in sight, no longer will the three who’ve made it this far have to bake relentlessly all through the week in a bid to impress the two judges. The “only” thing standing in their way are a few epic challenges. A biscuit bake, which is waaaay more complicated than it sounds, and a high-end patisserie showstopper to finish things off! Let’s bake! FACTFILE Paul says, “With the standard of bakers this year it was a case of, ‘Where did these people come from…

MUST READ The Angel (KATERINA DIAMOND) When a burned body is found in a disused signal box, detective duo Miles and Grey are on the case. But as lonely teenager Gabriel Webb ends up being charged, Grey isn’t convinced and her suspicions ring true when a brutal double murder derails the whole investigation. Could the teenager have been locked up for a crime he didn’t commit? Plot twists, and intricate details await you in this powerfully thrilling read. BEST DAY OUT Backyard Cinema Take part in an immersive movie experience this winter at the Backyard Cinema. Based in central London, this unique movie theatre changes theme every season and this time screenings are taking place in a snow kingdom. Set in a magical fantasy land, filmgoers enter via a secret…

IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You have a super lucky birthday chart this year. One thing to remember in the coming 12 months, is that if you think you’re lucky, you’re likelier to be so. It’s also an excellent time to travel, study and teach. Love-wise, expect the unexpected. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN SCORPIO 24 OCT–22 NOV This could be a good week, as the annual meeting of the Sun and lucky Jupiter takes place in your sign. Be confident, but don’t let that make you complacent. You still have to work hard to achieve your goals! For your spoken forecast about your current astro-cycle, call 0906 7511 677* SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV–21 DEC Even though you’re such an outgoing sign, time spent navel-gazing now will do you a…

Check out Tom’s Lego Halloween outfit. People will brick it when they see him at the door! Suki lashes out. Who hasn’t felt like that when there’s no milk left in the fridge for a morning cuppa? We’d always wondered what happened to Jordan’s old 32GG implants – looks like Tamara Ecclestone’s found them during a walk in the countryside! Like Gok, we’re so used to preparing ready meals we just put everything in a pan and hope for the best, too! With royalties from Gossip Girl drying up, Blake’s been forced into downsizing. Mind your head! PARIS HILTON Not sure about that, Paris. But did you know that some people are born with sawdust in their brains…? HOLLY HAGAN Those bobbles have a life of their own, Holly. Just…

‘SHE’S FED UP WITH ALL THE RUMOURS SURROUNDING THEIR MARRIAGE’ Reports last week claimed that Victoria Beckham was upset over the attention surrounding her husband David’s friendship with notorious party girl Lady Mary Charteris. And insiders say that having the spotlight yet again thrown on their marriage – which has faced numerous reports that it’s on the rocks – has caused fresh upset for Posh. David met Lady Mary, a model and DJ, at Glastonbury this year, through long-term pal Dave Gardner. The socialite is known for her wild ways and even admitted to being “bedridden” for days after Noel Gallagher’s cocaine-themed birthday bash in May. MORE RUMOURS It was reported in a newspaper that David, 42 – who has Brooklyn, 18, Romeo, 15, Cruz, 12 and Harper, seven, with…

She shot to fame in the first series of TOWIE in 2010 and has seen her co-stars Sam Faiers, Amy Childs and Megan McKenna bag spin-off shows, while her ex Mark Wright has secured a top US TV presenting role. Now pals say Lauren Goodger – who is reportedly returning to the small screen on Celebs Go Dating – is planning a major TV comeback and is determined to succeed. A source says, “Lauren is considering Celebs Go Dating, but she’s also been asked to go on I’m A Celeb!. She’s been hinting that she’s thinking about it and is desperate to return to TV. She’d love a celebrity romance in the jungle so she can steal all the headlines and then relaunch herself.” Lauren, 31, is single again after…

❛SHE SEES THEM AS BEING AS BIG AS THE BECKHAMS IN TERMS OF BRAND POWER❜ He’s previously admitted that his girlfriend Cheryl has told him off for oversharing details of their personal lives, but it seems that hasn’t stopped Liam Payne from making yet another embarrassing gaffe. Last week, Liam, 24, made headlines again after he apparently made a crude joke about the size of his manhood, when he was caught rapping with singer Jason Derulo backstage at US television show Drop The Mic. A Twitter user alleged that Jason rapped about having a “big d***”, and claimed Liam said, “Hey, there’s nothing wrong with a long white D.” It’s not the first time the One Direction star has bragged about being well-endowed. He previously said that he’d had “no…

Following weeks of speculation in the media that her on-off romance with Luke Crodden had hit the rocks once again, Scarlett Moffatt finally confirmed to fans last week that the couple had called it quits for the last time. In a post on her Facebook page, the 27 year old admitted that hairdresser Luke had ended the romance on her birthday, after seeing her as more of a friend. She explained, “Luke and I have finished, due to a number of different things. It was his choice in the end, but it’s because we both just see each other in more of a friendly rather than romantic way.” Then she added, “I just cba [can’t be a***d] with people thinking it’s me that’s the bad guy, or that I’ve finished…

It’s not only women who have joined the #MeToo campaign. Thousands of men have also revealed their trauma over sexual abuse. BAFTA winning film-maker and musician Frank McGowan, 36, from Glasgow, was sexually assaulted by a woman at a party. He says, “The #MeToo campaign is vital – too many people suffer in silence and feel alone after they’ve been sexually assaulted. I’m one of over 300,000 men who have either been assaulted or are posting in support of women. I’ve been overwhelmed by the support I’ve received from both genders. “Two years ago, I was sexually assaulted at a party by a woman called Cheryl Cottrell. She touched my nipples and asked me intimate questions. It culminated in her putting her hands down my trousers and inserting two fingers…

HARRY JUDD The McFly drummer became a dad in 2015, with the birth of daughter Lola, following years of IVF treatment. Judd, 31, and his wife, Izzy, had a second child, Kit, in August this year. He says, “Becoming a parent is daunting. But it’s difficult for men to speak out about their mental health, let alone postnatal depression.” RUSSELL BRAND Comedian Russell, 42, settled into fatherhood in November last year after his wife, Laura (Kirsty Gallacher’s sister), gave birth to daughter Mabel. He says, “The change from not having a baby to having a baby is too radical to be taken in one almighty leap. It should be handled in instalments.” ADAM BUSBY The 35-year-old US reality star, who is dad to six girls – Blayke, six, and two-year-old…

Andrea revealed she was “beyond happy” after getting engaged to Nick in August. She announced the news by sharing a photo of her diamond sparkler on Instagram, which she captioned, “Something happened.” While Loose Women co-hosts Nadia Sawalha and Jordan – aka Katie Price – were thrilled for her upcoming nuptials, she says Janet Street-Porter could have mustered more emotion. “Nadia was over the moon for me, but Janet wasn’t bothered. Even Katie was like, ‘OMG, you’re doing it again, same as me’,” she says.…

Her shrinking frame has sparked health concerns over the years, but Tara Reid looked thinner than ever when spotted on a date last week, prompting fears for her health. One worried fan Tweeted, “She looks very ill to me, completely emaciated” while another commented, “She looks close to death.” Since finding fame in teen comedy American Pie in 1999, Tara, now 41, has raised eyebrows for her worrying weight loss, but has always insisted she’s naturally small-boned, recently saying, “People always say I don’t eat, but I eat all the time… I’m just a thin girl.” The actress has reportedly struggled with her looks since having two botched surgeries in 2004 – a boob job and a body contouring and liposuction procedure that left her with a hernia and lumpy…

THE END OF HEAR’SAY… “We were on such a high, playing to arenas packed with 14,000 people, which is pretty heady stuff when you’re only 19. The band split up on my 21st birthday. At that age, you’re immature and it felt to me as if my whole life was over.” FIANCÉ SAM… “He’s everything I’ve ever wanted in a man. He is strong, protective, sensible, intelligent, affectionate, good looking… he ticks all the boxes.” POSTPONING THEIR WEDDING… “It was postponed because of work and a baby. We’re in no rush at the moment, because we have so much to do with the house, and I’m planning to go back to work.”…

‘I find diets hard, but Emily’s a big help’ They’re parents to two young children, have busy and high-pressured jobs and live their lives in the spotlight, but Peter Andre says that he and doctor wife Emily MacDonagh still find the time to dedicate to each other – and he says that’s the secret to a happy marriage. He tells Closer, “Marriage is about being with someone and feeling relaxed and comfortable – it’s a beautiful thing. You just want to be with each other all the time and we always make sure we’re there for one another. I’m working a lot and Emily will be going back to work after maternity leave next month, but she’s so supportive of me and I am of her – it just works.”…

CRIED… When I was talking on the radio about the re-opening of the Manchester Arena following the bombing at the Ariana Grande concert. We played Don’t Look Back In Anger and it really got to me. It’s such an emotional song and I was live on air. I got a little bit teary and had to go into the loo, blow my nose and have a quiet word with myself. LOST MY TEMPER… Just the other day actually. There was a fire engine parked up and all the cars were trying to get past and there were loads of people rubbernecking at the drama. I hate it when people slow down to have a good gawp, it’s so disrespectful. I had a good old toot of the horn at the…

‘I’D RATHER HAVE A GIRLIE NIGHT THAN GO TO A CLUB’ 9AM: I’m not a morning person, so I try not to speak to anyone for the first half hour of my day. I like to take things slow, so often just sit in bed with a cup of coffee. 9:30AM: Most nights I sleep naked, but I also love a matching PJ set or a satin dressing gown. Pretty Little Thing have some great sleepwear options. I like to have a mooch around the house in my PJs in the morning. 10:15AM: Working out is really important to me. I try to find time every day to exercise in my home gym. After that, I’ll have breakfast, which is usually a protein drink and some egg whites. 11:30AM: I…

• TV chef Vivek says, “As autumn sets in and pumpkin is plentiful, the spices and coconut combine for a perfect comfort meal.” VIVEK SINGH’S PUMPKIN AND COCONUT CURRY SERVES 4 • 1kg pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and seeds discarded, diced into 4cm cubes• 2.5cm piece of cinnamon stick• 2 green chillies, cut lengthways• 15 curry leaves• 1/4tsp fenugreek seeds• 1/2tsp ground turmeric• 2tsp sugar• 1tsp salt• 1/2tsp red chilli powder• 1tsp mustard seeds• 8-10 black peppercorns• 3tbsp desiccated coconut• 200ml coconut milk• 2tbsp vegetable oil• 1 small red onion, finely chopped STEP 1 Put the pumpkin in a pan with cinnamon, chillies, 10 curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, turmeric, sugar, salt, chilli powder and 400ml water. Bring to the boil, then cook uncovered for 15 mins until the pumpkin is tender, not mushy. STEP 2 Meanwhile, using a blender, grind the mustard seeds, peppercorns…

ANXIETY ISN’T A TREND – IT’S A REAL CRISIS With more and more celebs revealing their mental health struggles, Dr Christian applauds their openness It might feel like lots of celebrities are suddenly opening up about their anxiety, from Scarlett Moffatt to Love Island winner Kem Cetinayn and that’s for two reasons. Firstly, there’s been a big push for public figures to talk about their experiences of mental health to end the stigma and, secondly, anxiety is genuinely increasing. ADDED PRESSURES We live in a world where it’s easy to be constantly checking our lives against others on social media, feeling pressure to look a certain way, and asking ourselves if we’re good enough. People have always looked in the neighbours’ windows to see how they’re doing compared to next…

Your show, Dr Christian Will See You Now , sees you diagnose and treat patients who need your help. What can we look forward to? This time we filmed in Guy’s Hospital in London, which was really useful because we had access to a lot more medical facilities. The first day I walked on set was like, “Wow, this is awesome!” It was less like a claustrophobic spaceship, more like a rather nice boutique hotel. Any stand-out moments? I meet a patient suffering from “suicide headaches” – like a bolt of lightning smashing into that person’s head. Her treatment has such a profound effect and the look on her face for the first time she was pain-free was quite an exciting thing. I’ve got a big…

Party-loving socialite Lady Mary Charteris is no stranger to moving in A-list circles, and is close friends with fellow party girls Cara and Poppy Delevingne, Pixie Geldof and Suki Waterhouse The It girl – who’s daughter to the 13th Earl of Wemyss and 9th Earl of March – attracted headlines when she wore a sheer wedding dress to marry musician Robbie Furze in 2012. And at a party in 2013, she was reportedly pushed into a swimming pool fully clothed by a furious Kate Moss when she was seen talking to her then-husband Jamie Hince. A model, singer and DJ, Mary is a regular on the festival circuit, and has courted plenty of attention for posting a string of selfies in skimpy outfits to her Instagram page. In June, she…

❛KIM’S HELL-BENT ON MAKING SURE HER NEWBORN IS THE STAR OF THE SHOW❜ • The reality star lines up a string of high-profile endorsement deals for her third child • Tensions spike towards Khloé and Kylie for ‘stealing her baby thunder’ • Expert says their pregnancies will draw in more fans and boost the family ‘super brand’ She didn’t get much time to bask in the limelight after it was reported her and husband Kanye West were expecting a third baby via surrogate in January – with younger sisters Khloé and Kylie’s rumoured pregnancies stealing the headlines shortly after Kim Kardashian’s own news. And now pals say that Kim, 36, is secretly carving out a plan to ensure the newest addition to her brood isn’t eclipsed by its newborn cousins.…

His ex Briana Jungwirth posted a cute picture of their 22-month-old son Freddie last week, looking the spitting image of his 1D star dad, Louis Tomlinson. The rare snap sent fans into a frenzy, with one saying “The resemblance is crazy!” And pals say that, despite earlier tensions between the former couple, both 25, their frosty relationship has thawed. A source says, “Louis and Briana have worked incredibly hard to work through their initial problems and they’re now on great terms, which has helped them become better parents to Freddie, who is their main priority.” The Back To You singer had a brief fling with the stylist in 2015, and the pair weren’t together when Briana gave birth the following January. And pals say relations are so good between them,…

Shock revelations of sexual harassment and abuse carried out by top film producer Harvey Weinstein have continued to spiral, with more than 40 women now accusing the disgraced mogul of misconduct. And with more shocking stories surfacing daily, the scandal branched out even further last week, after more famous faces called out other sexual assault incidents through the Twitter hashtag #MeToo, which was used by millions of women across the globe to talk of their own experiences. SOLIDARITY Actress Alyssa Milano – whose former Charmed co-star Rose McGowan has accused Weinstein of rape – Tweeted for women to share their own experiences of sexual assault and harassment. Within days, the hashtag #MeToo was shared by more than 12m people around the world as the movement went viral. Angelina Jolie, 42,…

❛LOVE ISLAND PEOPLE ARE FIT BUT THEY WOULDN’T BE ABLE TO HANDLE ME INTELLECTUALLY❜ Despite being a mum of five, Katie Price has always spoken about her desire to expand her brood, admitting in July that she was keen to adopt. And speaking to Closer last week, at the launch of her latest novel, Playing With Fire, Katie – who declared in August that her marriage to third husband Kieran Hayler was over, following claims he was unfaithful for a third time – reveals she has registered with a sperm bank and lined up a surrogate for baby number six. To prove her point, Katie, who’s hinted in the past that her child-bearing days might be over, shows us the application on her phone, adding, “I might get a black…

She abruptly called off her engagement to actor Joshua Sasse earlier this year, amid claims he’d been unfaithful, and now pals say Kylie Minogue has found happiness again after reuniting with her ex, Olivier Martinez. Sources say Kylie, 49, has even moved the French actor, 51, into her west London home following their reconciliation. A source says, “Olivier got in touch with Kylie after hearing about her split from Joshua and they started to grow close again – with Kylie admitting to pals that she’d always held a candle for Olivier. “They’ve been quietly dating again over the summer, with a string of meet-ups in LA and London. Kylie suggested he moved in with her, as he has no base in London and it makes sense given he jets back…

“WHILE I’M ON STRICTLY , I get up at 6.30am, and have a big breakfast of avocado on toast with poached eggs and bacon. I’M IN THE TRAINING ROOM ALL DAY , and I love every minute I’m there. I arrive half an hour before my dance partner Giovanni [Pernice], so I can warm up and be ready immediately. We start working at 11am. We enjoy dancing together, so it doesn’t seem like training sometimes. Although I have to beg him to stop for lunch, when I’ll have a toasted cheese or sausage sandwich. A CAR BRINGS ME HOME AT 6PM. When I get back, I’ll eat two dinners! Luckily, my younger sister Donna stays with me a couple of days a week and makes me dinner.…

She’s no stranger to the surgeon’s knife, admitting that her long-running drug habit had “aged” her as she revealed plans for a face and body cosmetic overhaul at the beginning of this year. Despite Danniella Westbrook – who’s previously had her nose rebuilt in 2001 after it eroded from years of cocaine use – showing off her “brand new face” in June following a full face and neck-lift, the former EastEnders star was pictured last week showing worrying signs that her nose had collapsed again. Surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe says, “The tip of Danniella’s nose certainly looks like it’s collapsed. She’s already had her septum – the centre of her nose – rebuilt, but over time it can start to melt away partly because of a poor blood supply. The more…

EXPANDING MY FAMILY “We had a really tough time with Theo – although he is turning into the most beautiful little boy. But we’ve just been through this time of no sleeping so, at the moment, another baby is not for me. Theo’s still young and I’ve got to get my head around the idea of another one.” ON HIS AGE-GAP MARRIAGE “We tell each other that we see ourselves growing old together, which is really nice. What I’m gutted about is I’ll be old before her, so I guess she’ll just grow with me!” BUYING EMILY GIFTS “Although I’m not a one-minute man, I’m definitely a last-minute man, but I’ll always get something sorted.” SENDING NUDE SELFIES “Hackers are everywhere so don’t do it. My kids know my password…

ON TREND! FA-BOO-LOUS KIDSWEAR… If you still need to kit out the kids for Halloween, fear not. We’ve gathered the most spooktacular outfits that won’t break the bank. So, whether they want to be a super-cute pumpkin or seriously scary skeleton you’ll find everything you need to give them a treat this year. WHO WORE IT BEST? KARRUECHE VS KATY Singer Katy and actress Karrueche both showcased their love for florals in these sheer rose-covered numbers by Adam Selman (£450). Katy amped up the vamp factor by teaming the gothic-yet-glam piece with a matching long jacket and ruby lips, while Karrueche gave the look a sporty spin with a bomber and top knot. VERDICT Karrueche nails casual-chic, but it’s Katy’s top-to-toe peekaboo ensemble that gets our vote, making her the…

JUST LANDED STAR LIPPIE L’ORÉAL PARIS PAINT BY CHERYL; LIP KITS & L’ORÉAL PARIS EYE PAINT BY CHERYL WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT? Cheryl has teamed up with L’Oréal to create a new range of eye colours and lip kits at affordable prices – with £1 from every sale being donated to the star’s charity, Cheryl’s Trust. WHY WE LOVE IT: Colourful, super glam and brilliantly wearable, each lip kit contains a chic liquid lipstick and matching liner, and the eye paints are an absolute must ahead of party season. Whether you go for pretty peach, edgy grey or glamorous plum, Chezza has got you covered. We love! GET THE LOOK... GOTHIC GLAM Give the vampy look a grown-up feel this Halloween, like Jennifer and Pixie, with a strong, smoky eyeshadow.…

‘A few extra pounds suit you as you get older’ Most women fret about their post-baby bodies, be it saggy boobs, wobbly tums or gaining a dress size. But reassuringly, Jennifer Metcalfe says that, despite all the changes since giving birth, she feels better about her body than ever before. The actress – who had son Daye in June – says, “Of course, my body has changed since being pregnant and having a baby, but I love it. Everything is a bit squidgier, and I have arm wings and my thighs are wobblier. My tummy has a little paunch, but I’m happy about it, because Daye was inside there. It’s not the best my body has ever been, but it is the most secure and confident I have ever felt.”…

BEST FOR… GIFT GIVERS The cutest pumpkin you will find all season – and the tastiest, too! There’s also a vegan-friendly dark chocolate version. HOTEL CHOCOLAT THE YUMPKIN, £5.50 COFFEE BREAKS These melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts ow feature a few spooky additions. Choose from the creepy cobweb, evil eyeball and more. KRISPY KREMES, FROM £1.65 EACH SCARING THE KIDS Fill a bowl with these tasty chocolate eyes for the perfect party piece. The kids will be thrilled when they discover the gory red caramel filling, too. HOTEL CHOCOLAT OOZY EYES, £6 PARTYGOERS Colin has had a ghoulish makeover. Fans of the iconic cake will love this show-stopper centrepiece. M&S COUNT COLIN THE CATERPILLAR, £7 QUICK BITES Try these canapés with a twist. Pork cocktail sausages in black bread buns complete with ghastly…

RELATIONSHIPS DON’T BE JEALOUS OF YOUR SIBLINGS Former Strictly celeb Chizzy Akudolu recently said she felt inferior to her siblings. Emma suggests a changed perspective I have a brother and a sister and, as a kid, I was intensely jealous of my little brother’s relationship with our mum and envious of my elder sister’s petite frame. Fast-forward to now, and while I adore my siblings, I envy my sister’s part-time job and my brother’s creative genius. We get on brilliantly, but there’s still a little bit of competition between us. The term sibling rivalry exists because from an early age we have to compete for our parents’ attention, and should you feel less favoured, it’s easy for insecurities to grow. It took me years to understand why my mum seemingly…

Tell us about the new series of Nigella: At My Table … I’m sharing the food I love and showing how it’s cooked. I say what it means to me and I speak from the heart. I’m not a presenter any more than I’m a chef – I cook in the way I cook, I talk in the way I talk and I have no other way of doing it. But I do feel that in this series, I’ve really been able to chat about why these recipes are such an important part of my life. And I’m very excited for you to see the re-done kitchen! Is there one ingredient you can’t live without? That’s too hard to answer, so I’ll be greedy and choose three.…