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Are you someone who daydreams about how fabulous life would be if you won the lottery? If so, you might want to think again after reading our chat with Callie Rogers. She was just 16 when she scooped nearly £2m. But the win 15 years ago blighted her life, costing her friends, family and peace of mind. We spoke to happiness expert Laura Jane Williams, who explains on p35 why money can’t buy you contentment. If things weren’t right before a big win, they’ll be even worse afterwards. She says the key to a good life is appreciating what we already have – especially family and friends. So, if you have people to love and who love you, you’re already rich. If not, finding those connections is probably easier than…

After being slammed by fans for some of her recent outfits, fashion expert Gok Wan jumps to Meghan’s defence. He says, “Meghan has a huge responsibility now, and a lot of thought will have gone into her outfits. Her style still has a hint of American glamour, but she must play it safe. If she were to dress like her Suits character – in uber-sexy skirts and see-through blouses – we’d all be going, ‘What the f*** is going on?!’”…

CLOSER’S PSYCHOLOGIST EMMA KENNY SAYS: “Even though Ant announced the end of their marriage in January, I can imagine how betrayed Lisa may feel that he’s moved on so quickly, especially as the new woman was a mutual pal. When I discovered my husband had been unfaithful with a friend, I felt more betrayed by her than him. I knew there were issues in my marriage, but I was a perfect friend to my mate. I had confided in her about our marital issues and that later made me wonder about her intentions. Was she trying to discover problems in my marriage to give her ammunition to get involved with him? Friendships are about confiding in each other and, if Lisa opened up to Anne-Marie about Ant, she will surely…

MORNING ROUTINE: “Victoria exercises in the home studio at 5:30am every morning, while David hits the gym or goes for a run around their neighbourhood. One of them will take on breakfast duties and the other will help get the kids ready for school.” OFFICE POLITICS: “Victoria divides her working day between her Mayfair office and home. She keeps an eye on their family calendar, and if David has been out of the country for a while, she plans fun things to do with the kids when they’re back together.” FAMILY DINNER: “David tries to be in for dinner at least two week nights a week. It’s all about the kids on a weeknight: they eat dinner at the table and then enjoy TV together. If David is away, Victoria…

THERE ARE A NUMBER OF STEPS THAT YOU CAN TAKE TO STOP ANIMALS BEING HURT. • Make a point of refusing to “like” photos on social media of celebs or friends who wear animal skin products • Speak out on social media to raise awareness of the issue. • Contact retailers or designers who sell fur and let them know you won’t support companies that profit from cruelty. • PETA run a number of campaigns to ban cruelly obtained material. Currently, they’re asking people to write to Levi’s to urge the company to drop mohair, which involves cruelty to Angora goats, including having their horns burnt off when they’re just a few weeks old, from its collections.” • Help stop Levi’s selling mohair by writing to https://secure.peta.org.uk/page/23796/action/1…

Jonny Mitchell came under fire on last year’s Love Island , accused of sexism by fans over his views on feminism and blasted by critics when he dumped show favourite Camilla Thurlow in favour of Tyla Carr. But the 27-year-old tells Closer the show is highly edited and the tag of “villain” is very hard to brush off. Jonny says, “I came under fire quite strongly and faced trolling when I left the villa. People have to remember that Love Island is edited. They have to condense 24 hours into an hour-long show per night. My co-stars knew I wasn’t a bad guy, but I felt once the producers knew they had a show villain, they edited it in ways to make me look bad. I remember having conversations with…

Last week Sophie Gradon – who starred in series two of Love Island – tragically passed away, aged just 32. Thomas Powell, who she coupled up with on the show, wrote on Instagram, “Your life inspired so many women to be who they really are and people everywhere to be open about the anxiety/depression and that it was nothing to be ashamed of. You changed the lives of so many I am proud to have had you in my life.” While Katie Salmon, who also had the first ever same-sex relationship on the show with Sophie, Tweeted, “Your smile will be remembered forever. My thoughts are with your family, friends and loved ones at this horrendous time.” Her co-stars Olivia Buckland, Cara De La Hoyde, Alex Bowen also spoke out,…

Last week, Lauren Goodger faced outrage from viewers following her comments on This Morning when talking about Love Island. The TOWIE star was accused of “victim-shaming” after she defended love rat Adam Collard for his treatment of heartbroken Rosie Williams – branding the girls “psycho” and blaming them for his behaviour. She said, “It’s a TV show and it’s a game. Adam is jumping ship because she’s acting psycho. The girls are allowing Adam to treat them this way... You can’t blame him.” Her comments sparked outrage from fans – one wrote “is Lauren Goodger really on this morning blaming Rosie for what Adam’s done? Disgusting”, while another posted: “The victim blaming coming out of her mouth is shocking!!!” Pals say that Lauren is confused by the negative reaction, but…

‘Dan’s let me down again’ Her marriage to Dan Osborne has remained on the brink since their shock split in May. And despite speculation things could be on the mend, with Dan reportedly moving back into the family home, insiders say Jacqueline Jossa was left fuming last week, when her husband was pictured cosying up to several bikini-clad women just days before her baby’s due date. A source says, “Jacqueline was livid that Dan flew to Vegas for a stag do when she could go into labour and it was really upsetting for her to see pictures of him with his arm around another girl. She told pals she’d hoped he’d show her more respect and feels he’s let her down again.” Jacqueline – who is already mum to the…

THE BLUE STAR, 40, SHARES HIS OPINIONS... AND HIS LIFE ‘Sophie’s death left me so saddened’ I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Love Island star Sophie Gradon last week, who was found dead at the age of 32. I worked with Sophie a few years ago when she was the social media manager for a fitness magazine that I did a shoot with. Her death was a real shock to me. She always seemed happy, despite reports she was battling anxiety and depression, but it just shows that social media does not always portray how a person is really feeling inside. I suffer from depression, and we need to talk more and know exactly how the person next to us is feeling, and we need to…

Grinning as she brandishes a giant cheque for £1.9million, Callie Rogers can hardly recognise herself in photos taken just after her lottery win in 2003. Fifteen years on, it’s a very different story. Now a mum-of-four, Callie, who works as a carer for disabled children, has spent all of the money. And not only does the 31 year old say that winning the lottery did not change her life for the better, but she also wants to make it illegal for anybody under the age of 18 to play the game. Callie, who lives in Cumbria and is mum to Kian, 13, Debony, 10, Blake, six, and Georgia, two, says, “When I won the lottery I was too young, and my entire world was blown apart. In the past 15…

‘Arg is always kissing my belly – he loves my curves’ THE KARDASHIANS “I love them, they’re amazing. I admire Kim because I think she’s done a lot of cool stuff – but Khloé’s my favourite. She’s relatable and doesn’t take herself too seriously, like me. They are successful girls who all bring something different to the table and they’re extremely powerful.” SOCIAL MEDIA “It’s becoming so nutty on Instagram, all this posing. It’s boring. My Instagram is real – I might use a bit of FaceTuning from time to time, but that’s what age does to you! But I’m fed up with this obsession with how you look – I’d rather make someone laugh than be beautiful.” FAME “I love being famous and the opportunities it brings me. However,…

It’s been four months since Jennifer Aniston announced she and husband Justin Theroux were set to divorce after two years of marriage. And while the actress, 49, has been leaning on her best pal Courteney Cox for support in the wake of the separation, insiders say she’s enlisted the help of her former Friends co-star to help her find love again, too. According to pals, Jen’s decision to move on has been triggered by seeing pictures of her estranged husband partying with a string of women. In the past few months alone, The Leftovers actor Justin, 46, has been linked to Oscar-winner Emma Stone, 29, model Petra Collins, 25, and pop singer Selena Gomez, 25, who was previously pals with Hollywood actress Jennifer. MID-LIFE CRISIS A source reveals, “Jen has…

GIOVANNA FLETCHER, 33 Author Giovanna said, “I cried a lot. More than I’ve ever cried in my life. Hormones. Sleep deprivation. Physical discomfort. They broke me and they made me doubt if I was up to my new role.” DAVINA MCCALL, 50 TV presenter Davina said, “I felt completely alone and, unfortunately, I didn’t join any NCT groups. I didn’t wear make-up, I didn’t do my nails, I didn’t wax anything, I didn’t look after myself at all, because I had a baby to look after.” CLEMMIE HOOPER, 33 The Instagram star revealed, “Maternity leave is on some days boring, lonely and unfulfilling. You crave your old life, the job you left behind because you used your intelligent brain and went for a wee without having a baby attached to…

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‘I didn’t think I could trust again – now life is amazing’ She’s always been known for her smiley TV persona, but over the past six years, Andrea McLean has been through an emotional and physical roller coaster thanks to the menopause. It’s been a tumultuous journey that’s included crashing mood swings, panic attacks, crippling self-doubt, as well as unwanted facial hair and sweats so powerful, she was driven to stuffing panty liners under her armpits. But Andrea, 48, admits her experiences have left her stronger emotionally, giving her a renewed zest for life. ACCEPTING VULNERABILITY She reveals, “The great thing about the menopause is that it’s made me accept who I am. I have a side that’s vulnerable and scared, but I’ve always tried to look like I’m coping.…

INSIDE LUCY’S FRIDGE • King prawns • Chicken sausages • Lettuce • Mozzarella • Fresh chillies • Yellow pepper • Courgette • Spinach • Cured meats • Soya beans • Cucumber • Coriander • Strawberries • Oat drink • Coconut milk • Almond milk VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS, “Lucy’s attitude to eating well is great – the 80/20 approach is a really sensible way to enjoy a balanced, healthy diet. Lucy’s fridge is packed with nutritious foods and it’s great she has so much fruit and veg. However, she should be careful of salty foods like cured meats, dips, olives, sausages and feta – too much salt can increase blood pressure.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 8/10 CLOSER ONLINE GET RECIPES, DIET AND FITNESS ADVICE AT CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK/DIET-BODY TAKEAWAY TREAT THAI FOOD…

Researchers asked nearly 600 people to rate how satisfied they were with life, then to come up with ways to feel better. Nearly 200 chose things that involved other people, like helping an elderly neighbour, or spending more time with family; the rest picked nonsocial strategies, like stopping smoking. A year on, those who had gone solo saw no improvement, while the social bunch were happier in life, regardless of how content they were at the start of the experiment. So, if you’re feeling a bit “meh”, focus on friendships!…

I’M PROUD OF... Getting on to Coronation Street and staying there for 58 years. In 2001, I was awarded an MBE for my services to TV drama and I’m also in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s longest-serving soap actor. I’M HAPPIEST WHEN... I’m sitting in my conservatory with my morning coffee. Coronation Street is also a great place to be and tends to feel like home. I USED TO FEAR DEATH... My father was a doctor and I couldn’t say the word death, or think about it, because it terrified me. I soon learned that it was a belief, rather than a truth, and beliefs are changeable. I don’t fear death now. THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE BEEN GIVEN... Is that love is behind everything and…

HOW TO AVOID THE DEBT TRAP Millions of us pay over the odds when we take out loans because of poor credit history. Here’s how to improve things to get the best deal If you’ve ever bought something on a rent-to-own scheme (where you pay in monthly instalments), or tried to take out a loan, you’ll know how easy it is to fall into debt. Recently, it was revealed that rent-to-own saw people paying £1,268 for a fridge worth just £588 – more than double! If your washing machine, car or TV suddenly breaks down, you can’t always afford to buy a replacement outright, so having a healthy credit score will mean you don’t get the worst deals with massive interest to pay back. Here’s how to do that.... GET…

ongratulations on your BAFTA win (for Cruising With Jane McDonald )! I’m still in shock! My face said it all. It was wonderful – for me and for Channel 5 . And now you’re back with Jane McDonald & Friends ... I’ve been banging on about doing a proper music show for as long as I can remember, and I have to salute Channel 5 for getting behind me when I said, “Trust me on this; this is going to be good!” It’s a wonderful show to do, and this series is spectacular! For anyone who hasn’t seen the show, what’s it all about? It’s a family show; it’s feel-good television. It’s got stars on it and real people, with fabulous prizes. We offer…

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They’ve been strained ever since their fairytale marriage imploded in 2009 but, last week, Jordan revealed she now only communicates with ex Peter Andre through lawyers as relations have lurched to an all-time low. Pete, 45, has reportedly banned Jordan – real name Katie Price – from seeing their children Junior, 13, and Princess, 10, who are currently living with him due to her “out-of-control” behaviour since she split from estranged third husband, Kieran Hayler, 31, and started dating new toyboy, Kris Boyson, 29. And after hearing that Pete and Kieran have been growing increasingly close, the star is panicking that they are plotting against her. A source says, “Katie’s in a state of complete panic right now and is convinced that Pete and Kieran have secretly joined forces and…

They looked every inch the loved-up couple as they strolled hand-in-hand in Majorca last week, shunning any suggestions of a rift – but pals say Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright’s newly found happiness has come at a price. Insiders reveal the pair – who were in Spain for Mark’s brother Josh’s wedding – turned a corner after the 31-year-old actress came round to the idea of moving to LA, where Mark, also 31, is based as a presenter on showbiz new show, Extra. And after insisting late last year that a baby wasn’t in their immediate plans, sources close to the star say she has also had a change of heart about starting a family together. BIG CHANGES A source says, “It’s not been an easy year for either of…

She offered a rare insight into her marriage to David Beckham last week, saying, “I’m so lucky that I have the support of an incredible husband. He has always encouraged me to follow my dreams and passion... the most fantastic husband and dad.” Just weeks earlier, Victoria Beckham, 44, and David, 43, were plagued by divorce rumours, with Twitter going into meltdown and bookmakers even suspending betting on their split, which the couple flatly denied. AFFAIR CLAIMS There’s been heavy speculation over the state of their marriage for years. As well as high-profile affair claims from his former PA Rebecca Loos and model Sarah Marbeck in 2004, David set tongues wagging after being papped partying with supermodels last year. Most recently, Posh sparked rumours when she was pictured looking stony-faced…

Last week Victoria Beckham was in the spotlight again – but for once it wasn’t due to speculation over the state of her marriage. Instead it was revealed that her designer wardrobe would have shockingly cost the lives of 130 crocodiles, 43, ostriches, 780 lambs and 150 cows. When Closer contacted her representative, she declined to comment. But the style-influencer isn’t the only celebrity guilty of glamorising fur and animal skin. Jordan – aka Katie Price – has come under-fire countless times for continuing to wear fur coats and accessories, shamelessly hitting back saying she didn’t have to “defend or explain” her decisions. Meanwhile, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kris Jenner have also been named and shamed in the past for showing off bags seemingly made from animal skin, including exotic animals.…

Love Island has always been synonymous with heartache, drama and saucy antics between the sheets. But this year’s show has been dominated by the behaviour of the bad boys in the villa. Last week saw Adam Callard branded “emotionally abusive” by a women’s charity over his attitude and actions towards Rosie Williams, who he ditched for the villa’s latest addition, Zara McDermott. Viewers dubbed him “demonic” and a “sociopath”, after he appeared to smirk while Rosie broke down, blaming their breakup on her “acting like a child.” But it’s not just Adam who has taken on the role of villain in the villa – co-star Wes Nelson also came under fire for turning his attention to newcomer Ellie Brown, despite telling Laura Anderson he was “falling” for her just days…

The Love Island bad boy opened up to Closer’s Rebecca Twomey before entering the villa… Are you hoping for love to blossom in the villa? “I want to have a good time. But I hope someone wows me enough I think, ‘Yeah, I’m staying with her.’” Are you a relationship type of guy? “No. I’ve just had two girlfriends who I’ve been with during the audition process for Love Island , but I’m not a relationship type of guy.” Would any of your exes sell stories on you? “There’s nothing to sell. They’d just come out and whinge.” What did your parents say about you going on the show? “My mum doesn’t know. She thinks I’m at work in Newcastle!”…

She’s the social media star who flies the flag for body diversity, and has gained a staggering four million followers on Instagram with un-retouched images of her gloriously curvaceous figure. Now, British model Iskra Lawrence, 27, who is 5ft 9 and a size 14, says she’s more comfortable with her body than when she was a size 8. “I’m 100 per cent more body confident!” she says. “I know I’m healthier now, even though I’m three or four dress sizes bigger than I used to be, because I’m strong mentally and physically. I can run, I’m flexible and my body is happy, so I’m at ease and I want to get that across to my followers.” It was Iskra’s experiences as a teenage model that made her determined to stand…

MY FIANCÉE AYSHEN GETS UP AROUND 6AM but I get up around 8am. I’ll have a coffee and then I go straight to the gym. MY FRIEND ANTONY COSTA INSPIRED ME – he’s lost over a stone and looks amazing. I’m exercising as much as possible in the run up to my wedding as I need to look my best. I’ll do weights in the morning to burn fat, and even do a boxing session in the afternoon, too. I'LL COME BACK FROM THE GYM AND RELAX and probably watch an episode of Bulletproof – I’m addicted to it! For lunch, I’ll cook something healthy, like cod with vegetables. I SPEND THE AFTERNOON WRITING NEW MUSIC on my laptop. When I write something, I message the Blue boys on WhatsApp.…

KATE: ‘Prenatal yoga has been amazing’ She’s already mum to sons Ryder, 14, and Bingham, six, from two previous relationships – and Kate Hudson is now gearing up to give birth to her third child, a daughter with boyfriend Danny Fujikawa. The actress, 39, has worked hard to stay fit during her pregnancy, saying, “I’m doing a lot of walking and I’m doing some amazing prenatal yoga that I’m loving, which I’ve never done with my previous pregnancies.” VOGUE: ‘ I’m self-conscious of my pregnancy body’ She secretly wed Spencer Matthews earlier this month – and Vogue Williams is due to have their baby boy in September. The Irish reality star, 32, previously told Closer she was self-conscious of her weight gain but that Spencer, 28, makes her feel beautiful.…

Looking puffy-cheeked and with a prominent pout, Christina Aguilera’s face looked distinctly different as she was pictured in New York last week, leaving fans questioning her transformation. Some went online to comment on the pictures, with one posting, “The plastic surgery has gone too far. Give up for Christ sake”, while another remarked, “Oh yuck! That’s not a pretty face. She looks like a cartoon.” Top surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe tells Closer , “Christina looks like a totally different woman. Her face is much more plump than it was before. This is partly due to weight gain, but also I think she’s had facial fillers – her face shape has completely changed. She’s had lip fillers as well, her lips have been pushed forward and are protruding. Her forehead is more…

• Speak out. It’s important not to be ashamed or embarrassed about how you feel. Tell friends and family, or join online forums, such as Netmums. You’ll be surprised at how many new mums are experiencing the same emotions as you. • Get support. Your health visitor can tell you about local support groups near you. Charities, such as Family Lives, can also provide help. Visit Familylives.org.uk. • Seek medical advice. It’s possible that you could be suffering with postnatal depression – which affects more than one in 10 women. Visit Nhs.uk/conditions/post-natal-depression for more information.…

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Andrea overhauled her diet before her hysterectomy, and now focuses on eating foods that balance her hormones. She cut down on sugar and coffee, then ditched sugary snack bars and ready-made stir-fry sauces. A typical day now includes bircher muesli, a mushroom omelette for lunch and chilli and ginger seabass with broccoli or dhal for dinner. To boost her gut health – which has been linked to anxiety – she eats a daily forkful of sauerkraut, as it is bursting with probiotics. As for wine, she didn’t give it up entirely. She says, “If I was going to have my womb and ovaries ripped out, my emotions battered and my brain frazzled, I figured a glass of chilled Sauvignon Blanc was the very least I deserved.”…

How much do you spend per week? Around £120. I usually shop at Tesco or Waitrose. Describe your daily diet… I always start my day with a hot water and lemon. Breakfast and brunch are my favourite meals – I usually have poached eggs with avocado, feta, mixed seeds and fresh chilli on top of a wholemeal multi-seed pitta bread. For lunch, I’ll make a salad from chicken, quinoa, mozzarella, pomegranate seeds, pesto, lettuce and pine nuts. Dinner is normally something along the lines of a veggie chilli with brown rice and fresh coriander, or I’ll make spaghetti as I’m a huge fan of Italian food. I snack on apples dipped in peanut butter. I live by the 80/20 rule, so I’m much more relaxed at the weekends and allow…

FAMILY MATTERS SET TECH LIMITS – LIKE SIMON COWELL! The X Factor mogul hasn’t used his mobile for ten months, and says he feels better for it. Emma thinks we should set boundaries, too Initially, I wanted my kids to live their lives virtually screen-free, so I limited their time watching TV, playing computer games and checking their mobile phones, but over the years I allowed tech to infect pretty much every area of our lives. My sons got smart phones, and rather than playing solitary computer games, they had 30 friends in their head-sets. The rules I set had been forgotten. Simon Cowell recently admitted that he hadn’t used his mobile for ten months because it was affecting his concentration, leaving him more time to spend with son Eric.…

£50 For a suitcase. I’ve been travelling around Asia for six months and living out of my backpack. I decided I needed proper storage. £12 On a hoodie from Pull & Bear. It was colder than I expected when I came back to London. £55 For a pair of Vans trainers. £3.99 For a Boots meal deal. It included an avocado and egg sandwich, a boiled egg pot and coconut water. £35 For 20 yoga sessions. It was an introductory offer at a yoga centre in Covent Garden. • Andy is in Knights Of The Rose from 29 June-26 August at the Arts Theatre…

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He made global headlines last month when he staged paparazzi shots for cash then missed his daughter Meghan Markle’s wedding to Prince Harry. And, last week, Thomas Markle shocked again – with a tell-all interview on Good Morning Britain. And in contrast to the fiercely private and discreet nature of the royal family, Thomas, 73, divulged intimate details about his daughter’s relationship, revealing that Harry, 33, had asked for his daughter’s hand in marriage over the phone and that Meghan, 36, asked him to use the code name “H” for the prince when they first began dating. Thomas also spoke of baby plans, saying, “She’s wanted children for a long time. When she met Harry, she spoke about how much she loves him – there has got to be a…

She appeared hopeful for a reconciliation with estranged husband Ant McPartlin, and was pictured wearing her wedding ring on numerous occasions after he announced the end of their 11-year marriage in January. But last week, Lisa Armstrong publicly expressed her anger and heartache after it was reported he had found new love with their PA Anne-Marie Corbett, 42, who he leaned heavily on during his drink-drive shame in March. Furious Lisa was quick to paint Ann-Marie as a close friend, posting a pic of the two together while slamming her for “breaking the girl-code.” Responding to a fan who claimed on Twitter that Ant, 42, was “seemingly hiding someone all along”, Lisa replied, “Yeah my friend and OUR PA who I let into OUR home.” She also tweeted fans to…

He was criticised for appearing to almost kiss Rita Ora while singing their Fifty Shades track For You in February, and fans speculated Cheryl had asked Liam Payne to “not go near her” while performing at the Brits, weeks later. But Liam, 24, raised eyebrows again last week after getting very close to Rita while at the KFEST in the US. It follows a string of public humiliations for Cheryl, 34, with the former One Direction star coming under fire from fans last month for being “disrespectful” after praising “hot” Brazilian singer Anitta’s “sexy accent”. A source says, “Cheryl knows that Liam needs to put on a show, but it niggles her when people are talking about him with another woman.” The couple have spent an increasing amount of time…

Former TOWIE star Lauren Goodger, says, “I hadn’t realised how inhumanely these animals are killed for fur, leather and skin. So I think it’s really important to raise awareness of this for other people who, like me, don’t realise the true severity of the situation. Every bag, belt or shoe made from exotic skins comes with a high price – and it’s paid by the animals who are cruelly killed for products no one needs. I urge people to visit the PETA website and watch the horrific undercover footage. I know when people see it, they won’t want anything to do with the cruel exotic skins industry and will join me in keeping wildlife out of their wardrobes.”…

Ahead of his arrival on Love Island, Wes Nelson, 20, was keen to portray himself as the perfect gentleman when Closer grilled him on his love life. How do you usually treat women? “My mum and dad have been good at raising a gentlemen. I treat girls with respect. I don’t pick someone up, sleep with them then chuck them. I like flirting but I’m respectful.” How do you deal with heartbreak? “I get attached quite quickly, I catch feelings deeply if it’s a nice girl. But on the flip side, I cut things off if it’s not working. I’m not afraid to ghost a girl!” Have you ever done anything to a girl you regret? “I suspected a girl of cheating on me once and ended it, then found…

‘My co-stars changed for the worse!’ THEO He was the “Marmite” character from last year’s show, who divided fan opinion with his constant game-playing, infamously stealing Tyla Carr from Jonny Mitchell just to stir up drama. But while Theo Campbell says he has no regrets about the series, he insists the fast rise to fame went to some of last year’s contestants’ heads. “The fame and attention is crazy,” he says. “But I never view reality stars as celebrities, just popular people. I tried to take it in my stride, but some of my co-stars really changed for the worse with the fame. I won’t name names. But they got a taste of fame and signed with managers who convinced them they’re these huge stars. They forgot who they were…

They’ve been reunited while he has been let out of jail in a series of day releases – and now Lauren Goodger has told friends that Joey Morrison has already been living with her. The couple dated on/off for over a year but split in July 2017 after struggling to maintain a relationship with Joey behind bars – but now the pair have finally been able to spend some quality time together. A source says, “Lauren and Joey are properly loved-up, even more so now they’ve actually been able to spend time together as a normal couple. She recently spent four days with him and has been grinning like a Cheshire Cat ever since. He’s been living with her when he’s out and they’ve just been doing normal things like…

An experienced GP, Dr Harold Shipman seemingly made it his life’s work to care for others – and yet he was systematically killing the patients who respected him so much. Shipman murdered at least 215 of his patients, injecting them with diamorphine, a pharmaceutical heroin. While Shipman is now Britain’s most prolific serial killer, he’s not the only medical professional that turned into a monster. Beverley Allitt, dubbed the “Angel of Death”, murdered four children while working as a nurse in 1991 – her youngest victim was just two months old. She was diagnosed with Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy when she carried out the attacks – a condition in which carers deliberately induce illnesses in children to focus attention on themselves. More recently, nurse Victorino Chua killed 20 patients and…

NEVER COMPARE YOURSELF TO OTHERS . “Doing this is so negative – you constantly feel you’re failing because you can’t be anyone else but you. When I stopped doing it and accepted everything I had issues with, it was so freeing.” LOVE WHO YOU SEE IN THE MIRROR . “Basically, this is about looking in the mirror and talking to yourself about what you see and it can really influence how you feel about yourself day to day. If you look in the mirror and pick out insecurities, that’s all your brain will see, so break that cycle and encourage yourself to see the things you love about yourself. I also like talking about what I’ve accomplished because I don’t want my whole relationship with myself to be about what…

Recently, I read that bachelor parties are dying out as grooms are terrified that their drunken antics will be shared online, and I feel exactly the same. I’ve banned anyone from having a phone at my upcoming wedding [to fashion blogger Ayshen Kemal]. I want it to be an intimate, private occasion, and the same goes for my stag do. At the age of 40, I have no desire to have some stripper gyrating in front of me. I want a much classier affair, and I am calling it the “Groom’s party”. It will consist of my brother, my boys (all of Blue) and my manager, and we’ll all have a nice dinner together.…

Happiness expert Laura Jane Williams, author of self-help book Ice Cream For Breakfast , says, “Money can only buy happiness to the extent that we all need a roof over our heads and food in the fridge, but that doesn’t mean you have to live in a mansion and eat caviar. “As long as you’re not completely broke, you just need to learn to appreciate simple things, like spending time with your family and friends, or being thankful for good health. If you’re unhappy on the inside, or in your relationship, there’s no cheque in the world big enough to rectify that. “A lottery winner may think all their dreams have come true as they can buy anything they’ve ever wanted, but once the initial buzz has faded, a car…

They delighted the nation when they finally coupled up, and have been inundating social media with loved-up snaps ever since. Now Gemma Collins tells Closer she couldn’t be happier with James “Arg” Argent. “Everything’s really good at the minute,” smiles Gemma, 37, who has been dating her TOWIE co-star Arg, 30, on and off for years. “We’re seeing how it goes, but I’m happy. It’s lovely being with someone who really knows and gets you. I’m happy and he makes me feel special. It does stress me out how he steals my clothes, though – that’s becoming a problem. Normal relationship problems are that the boy is cheating or he’s addicted to porn, but with us, James is addicted to stealing my clothes. I thought it was funny at first,…

Showing off her incredible figure in a bikini recently, Britney Spears looked better than ever as she exposed her slim waist and super-toned tummy. Closer recently revealed how the singer, 36, credits her trainer boyfriend, Sam Asghari, 24, for getting her in the best shape of her life. And pals say the star’s size 6-8 body is down to a strict high-protein diet plan and daily two-hour workouts. A source says, “Brit eats around 1,500 calories a day – starting off with an egg-white omelette with smoked salmon followed by a chicken salad for lunch and a veg stir-fry with more salmon for dinner. “She snacks on small handfuls of nuts or a low-fat cheese string, with an apple, and she also practises intermittent fasting as Sam’s taught her the…

GREY AREA Kim Kardashian, 37 We were lost for words after seeing Kim K sporting this mix-up. Everything from her bonkers harness belt to her Lycra shorts and boots had us wincing! BUTTON BELLE Jenna Coleman, 32 Wimbledon whites are a winning look for tennis season. Combined with the Victoria star’s ’90s button-down details and soft waves, Jenna is Queen of the court. PINK RETHINK Jada Pinkett Smith, 46 Jada’s clashing pink-on-pink ensemble mixed with denim cutoffs does nothing to inspire our outfit choices. Still, at least she looks pleased with herself! SUITS YOU Kris Jenner, 62 We barely recognised Kris in this playful printed suit. The momager looked on-point in her colourful co-ord with a simple tee and sharp white boots. Refreshing. LIME CRIME Sarah Paulson, 43 The American…

CITY SHIELDS? It may sound like something out of a superhero film, but a “facial shield” is actually a clever skincare product designed to help protect your complexion from the great outdoors. Dealing with everything from harsh sun exposure to skin-ageing traffic fumes, these clever creams work as a barrier to fend off damaging toxins and restore your glow – welcome news if you live in a polluted town or city. Light to wear, quick absorbing and brilliantly moisturising, these latest formulas are super-easy to incorporate into your beauty routine. Simply apply after your usual day cream for 24-hour protection. SPEEDY APPLICATION THIS WORKS IN TRANSIT POLLUTION SHIELD £26 This hydrating fine mist can be applied to clean skin or worn over make-up to set your look. It instantly calms…

Bestselling family food writer Annabel Karmel says, “If I’m cooking for a crowd, there’s nothing better than a one-pot recipe.”.” YOU DON’T NEED MEAT TO MAKE A MEAL OF IT... STUFFED COURGETTES SERVES 2 • 1 large courgette, halved lengthways • 1tbsp olive oil • 1 small onion, chopped •1/4tsp ground turmeric •1/2tsp oregano • 1tbsp tomato purée or paste (optional) • 1tbsp tamari • 130g cooked barley • 2tbsp chopped parsley leaves • 100g houmous • Purple (or green) basil, to garnish STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°Cfan/gas 4. Cut the courgette halves into three equal pieces crossways. Scoop out the seeds and brush each courgette piece with oil. Season with a pinch of salt. STEP 2 Heat any remaining oil in a non-stick pan over a medium…

‘CHANGES IN TEEN BRAINS ARE HUGE’ From sleeping in late to grunting monosyllabic replies, teenage behaviour can be challenging. But Dr C wants more understanding Neuroscientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore has said that we need to stop seeing teenagers as lazy and irresponsible, that kids shouldn’t be forced to arrive at school when their brains are still sleeping, and that taking exams at 16 is wrong. She has a point. LET THEM LIE IN When kids enter puberty, they undergo a sleep-phase delay, so their body clocks shift forward, making it hard for them to fall asleep before 11pm and wake up before 8am. By forcing them up, when their brains say they should be sleeping, they can feel very disorientated. Some schools have changed timetables to start later and seen better…

Ladies, prepare yourselves for freckling season (and no, it’s nothing to do with being sun-kissed). As the dating world develops faster than a pimple ahead of a romantic getaway, there’s now an entirely new trend for relationships – and it goes by the name of freckling. It involves getting together with someone in the hotter months and having a relationship while the sun shines. Think hand-held walks at sunset, romantic picnics in the park and trips to the coast. But when the seasons change, so does your relationship status – and just as freckles fade out of the sun, so will your affection for each other. That’s until July comes around again and you get back together for another season of romance. This is all very well if you’re happy…

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