Inhoudsopgave van Issue 673 - Closer

Unrealistic expectations Last week a teenager with nearly a million followers on Instagram admitted her glamorous online life was effectively a lie. All of her envy-inducing pictures of “off guard” moments (right) were carefully crafted and bore no resemblance to her reality. Our special report on page 18 reveals just how damaging social media can be as people make themselves depressed because they’re not living up to a life that absolutely no one is leading! If you love our reports and stories we’ve got another treat for you this week – a free 24- page real-life magazine. Turn to page 58... and enjoy!…

• In her book, Leah claims Tom raged at assistants when he could not find cookie dough and flipped when he was handed a chipped mug by another. She writes: “It was horrible to watch someone I admired come undone, and even worse to witness the fear in the assistant’s eyes.” • Leah says she was horrified at Tom’s 2006 wedding to actress Katie Holmes when she found their then seven-month-old daughter Suri crying on a bathroom floor, while three women – including Tom’s sister and his assistant – stood staring. • After the wedding, Leah says she shared a car with Isabella and Connor, Tom’s adopted children with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, and asked if they ever saw their mother, to which Isabella allegedly replied: “Not if I have a…

Pals feared she was rushing into her romance with electrician Michael O’Neill when she introduced him to her three sons, Archie, five, Harry, four, and George, two, in September – just weeks into dating. But Danielle Lloyd is insisting her new man is The One and has told friends she’s already moved him into her family home in Birmingham. A source reveals: “Danielle knows it’s been quick, but she’s so happy with Michael and says he’s different from anyone she’s dated. She loves that he’s a normal bloke who doesn’t care about being famous or in the spotlight. He makes her so happy and gets on so well with her children, it made sense for him to move in. She’s told pals she doesn’t care if people think she’s rushing…

To her thousands of followers, it looked like 19-year-old Essena O’Neill had a dream life. Her Instagram page was full of perfect shots of her flawless body against beautiful backdrops. But, shockingly, last week Essena revealed it was all a lie. The teen, from Queensland, Australia, came clean in online videos, saying: “I want to tell you that having it all on social media means nothing to your real life.” Essena then shut down her Tumblr and Snapchat and deleted 2,000 Instagram photos, captioning the remaining 96 with the “truth” behind the pics. PICTURE PERFECT One post – showing her toned bikini body – reads: “NOT REAL LIFE – took over 100 similar poses trying to make my stomach look good. Would have hardly eaten that day. Would have yelled…

She turned heads as she celebrated her 20th birthday at The Nice Guy Club in LA last week in a daring plunging jumpsuit that showcased her famous supermodel physique. But insiders say Kendall Jenner’s birthday bash turned sour for the young star, after she told pals she’d been left furious by sisters Kim, 35, Kourtney, 36, Khloe, 31, Kylie, 18, and mum Kris – who celebrated her 60th birthday last week – all trying to steal the spotlight. Insiders say the supermodel – who announced last week she was set to walk the runway for Victoria’s Secret – blasted her family members for trying to court attention and make the celebration a “Kardashian affair.” A source reveals: “Kendall has worked hard to establish herself as a model away from her…

MY LIFE MANTRA WHO WOULD YOU TURN TO IN A CRISIS? My mum, Gill – she knows me inside out and is very calm – unlike me. She’s dealt with me for 25 years so she’d know what to do. THE SONG THAT ALWAYS MAKES ME HAPPY IS… Drake’s Hotline Bling. It was my Marbella tune with all the TOWIE lot. There are a lot of reasons why I love it. THE LAST TIME I CRIED WAS… While watching Arg and Lydia on TOWIE recently, as they’re going through such a tough time. It’s so genuine with them. MY LIFE MANTRA IS… Have no regrets, you’ve only got one life so just be yourself and live life to the full. She was left heartbroken when her on-off relationship with long-term…

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS Childhood dreams are all well and good, but how many of us have the willpower to see them through? For Collin Clarke, the closest he expected to get to his wish – to be a bodybuilder – was when he landed a job at the reception of his local gym. Collin, 22, who has Down's syndrome, would watch trainers putting gym goers through their paces and fantasise about transforming his own physique. After watching bodybuilder Glenn Ubelhor practising his poses, Collin began imitating his moves. The two men struck up a friendship, with Glenn agreeing to train Collin – and now he says he's never seen anyone so focused on achieving their goal. Just over a year later, Collin has lost over 4st while honing his body…

It was only two months ago that Kelly Brook gushed she was very “loved up” with boyfriend Jeremy Parisi, but last week the seven-month romance appeared to hit the rocks when reports surfaced that the couple were taking some time apart. Now pals say Jeremy has asked Kelly, 35 – who admitted last September that she was hoping for a baby soon – for some space after she made it clear she wanted to take their relationship to the next level. MOVING TOO FAST A source reveals: “Over the summer Kelly and Jeremy were very loved up and talked about marriage and babies, but when Kelly asked Jeremy to move in with her in Kent he started to pull away. He felt it was all moving a bit too fast,…

His romantic life regularly hits the headlines and last week was no exception when Hugh Grant was pictured out on a walk in Paris with Anna Eberstein, who is rumoured to be pregnant with the actor’s fourth child. Hugh, 55, and the Swedish TV producer, 35 – who’ve not confirmed if they’re in a relationship – welcomed their first child, John, in September 2012, and pals say after years of living a bachelor lifestyle, Hugh is the happiest he’s ever been. The actor shocked the world in 2011 when he became a father for the first time, when receptionist Tinglan Hong had his daughter Tabitha, following a “fleeting” affair. He then had son John with Anna in September 2012, just two months before Tinglan had his third child, son Felix,…

Rumours were rife last week that Gisele Bündchen had surgically enhanced her cleavage after she was snapped with a noticeably larger chest while holidaying in the Bahamas with her husband Tom Brady and their children Benjamin, five, and Vivian, two. The pictures come four months after it was widely reported that Gisele, 35, attempted to conceal her identity by wearing a burqa as she went to a private medical clinic in Paris. NATURAL-LOOKING Insiders maintain the model went from an A-cup to a C in a bid to boost her confidence ahead of her birthday in July, but Gisele has never commented. Top surgeon Mark Ho Asjoe believes Gisele has had implants, boosting her bust to a C-cup. Mark says: “Gisele’s breasts are noticeably bigger – if she’s not pregnant…

I’M NOT A MORNING PERSON. When my alarm goes off at 7.30am, I usually try to snooze for 15 minutes. I then have to run round getting my daughter [Madison, 10] ready. On our walk to school she loves to play imaginary shop, where we talk about the imaginary things we’re going to buy with my imaginary credit card. I HAVE A COFFEE BACK AT HOME, tidy up then I start getting ready. I do my own hair and make-up before filming TOWIE . Depending on how early we’re starting I might do some filming for my blog. WHEN I GET TO FILMING I HAVE A COFFEE AND SETTLE IN, then get briefed about what scene I’ll be involved in. Filming can sometimes last all day, but I’ll usually be…

Ever wondered how I’m A Celeb! gets made? Read on to find out what goes on in New South Wales, Australia, where the series is filmed… • MIDNIGHT: Is when the presenters get picked up for filming. They rehearse, head into make-up at 5am before going live at 9am. “We try to go bed around 4pm, but it’s more like 6pm,” says Joe. • SHIFT WORK: There’s a day and a night group of producers who watch it all. Over 770 people work 24 hours a day! • CAMP SETTING: Some of the “rocks” around the camp are made of papier mache – the cameramen need somewhere to hide! •JUNGLE SHOWER: There’s no privacy when they’re stripping off! Lauren Booth, a 2006 contestant says: “The washing area is a short…

He shot to fame in the ’90s as a singer with hits such as Crazy and Kiss From A Rose, before grabbing headlines again after marrying supermodel Heidi Klum in 2005. The pair separated after seven years of marriage amid infidelity claims – but now Seal tells Closer he’s happier than ever with Erica Packer, the ex-wife of billionaire James Packer, who he’s been dating for around four months. And despite once being pictured flashing plenty of PDAs on the red carpet with Heidi, as well as renewing their vows annually with a star-studded fancy dress party – which saw A-list guests such as Debra Messing and Matthew Perry attending – Seal admits he prefers the quiet life with Erica now. PRIVATE PERSON “I’m in a happy relationship,” smiles Seal.…

Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan, 23, says: “I’m in an on-off romance with my co-star Kyle Christie, 23. We’ve split up numerous times because of the pressure of putting our romance on TV. But between filming, we get long breaks to work through our issues. We’re back together and are happy. People have no right to tell a couple they shouldn’t be together. That’s what love is. It isn’t two perfect people never making a mistake. You shouldn’t throw love away because there are problems. Try to work through issues.”…

WHO WORE IT BEST? Cheryl Fernandez-Versini Vs Karren Brady This double-breasted Adam Lippes blazer dress (£1,185) is a style statement. Cheryl wore it first in July, teaming hers with on-trend ripped-jeans and bold sandals. Apprentice star Karren copied the look, giving the coat-meets-blazer a sophisticated twist with bare legs and Valentino heels. VERDICT Both ladies add an individual touch to the blazer dress – but worn as an actual blazer is the winning look for us, giving Cheryl this week's style crown. GORGEOUS IN GREEN Naomie Harris, 39 The Spectre star has graced us with a fair few red-carpet winners recently – and this green number is both eye catching and chic. Styling it with black strappy shoes and minimal accessories, she lets the frock do the talking. We're green…

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‘It sounds too good to be true, but certain foods can help you lose weight,” says nutritionist Rick Hay (Rickhay.co.uk). “So many diets are about what you can’t eat. Yet, there are so many great foods that you can eat, including chocolate (yes, really!), which will help you lose weight. Some foods have a natural thermogenic effect, which means you burn calories more quickly. While other foods help to regulate appetite, balance blood sugar levels and enhance digestion. The trick is to get plenty of these ‘turbo charger’ foods into your diet every day.” TRY THESE FOODS... REV YOUR METABOLISM Thermogenic foods, like chilli, ginger, a few squares of 70% cacao chocolate and pineapple all rev your metabolism so you burn calories and fat quickly. BURN MORE CALORIES Artichokes, carrots,…

Where do you shop? I go to Tesco and Asda because they’re both so close to my house. I don’t spend much – about £40 a week – as I seem to always eat out at the moment. What is your typical daily diet? For breakfast, I have an omelette with peppers, spinach, chicken and cheese, lunch is chicken with salad and either sweet potato or brown rice and, for dinner, I’ll have fish with lots of veg. I snack on cashew nuts, almonds and I have an addiction to Bounce protein balls! I try to eat quite healthily, but I love Indian and Thai takeaways and adore Dairy Milk Ritz biscuits. Is there anything you refuse to eat? Fast food like McDonald’s, unless I’ve been on a night out!…

Whatever the condition, not only will your doctor have seen many cases over their career but you probably won’t even be the first one that day. It’s mortifying for you, but it’s routine for them – so get it sorted! BAD BREATH Dental hygiene and smoking are the common causes, so see a dentist. Make sure you brush your teeth for two minutes, clean your tongue, floss, and use alcohol-free mouthwash. Alcohol dries your mouth, and another cause of bad breath is not producing enough saliva. Diets like Atkins and Dukan can dry your mouth, too. Sugar-free gum stimulates the flow of saliva to clean your mouth. Sugary food and drink can increase potentially smelly mouth bacteria, but they can also be acidic, so wait 30 minutes to brush your…

“MY POCKET MONEY WAS… £1 a week for doing chores at my home in Australia. I’d spend it all on fags. I SPENT MY FIRST PAY CHEQUE ON…. A silver rally-racing bike for £50. I painted houses all summer to save up for it. MY BIGGEST FINANCIAL MISTAKE WAS… I bought a restaurant in Melbourne when I was 20, and served Italian food. At 21, I was exhausted and broke. I was arrogant and had no idea how to run a business so I had to shut it down. THE MOST EXPENSIVE THING I OWN IS… My car - it’s a BMW X1 and cost me £20k. ARE YOU A SPENDER OR A SAVER? I’ve got four children and two ex wives - I’m a spender, trust me. • My…

LISA FAULKNER: Actress and chef Lisa Faulkner, 43, is fronting a new Coastal Cottage series for ITV’s This Morning What’s the idea behind This Morning’s Coastal Cottage ? We go to some lovely places around the UK, investigating food and places in the area. I meet people who cook great things and I cook along with them. In series two, one of my favourite things was making Welsh cakes and pasties in Pembrokeshire. I had no idea how beautiful it was and it’s great to have the chance to get to know a place. Did you get any downtime to go and explore? No, it was pretty full on! But it was all so lovely that I’m planning to go back there and explore one half term…

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Former glamour model Alicia Douvall, 35, has had over 50 ops, including boob jobs and a facelift. In 2013 she had the implants in her nose, cheeks and eyes removed. She says: “Georgina and Kayla clearly have low self-esteem and think changing their appearance will bring them happiness. But it didn’t make me happy. Thankfully, my daughter Georgia, 20, is against surgery; she’s perfect as she is. Kayla’s mum should be teaching her to value things like kindness and intelligence.”…

CBB star Lauren, 36, says: “I knew from five years old that I wanted to be a girl and it was really hard living as a boy. I felt self-conscious and couldn’t be myself – puberty was very hard. I hated the changes to my body and becoming more masculine, and longed to be a girl. I transitioned at 18 and finally felt happy in my own skin. I think it’s good Avery has transitioned so young because she’ll grow up feeling comfortable with who she is. However, she may need counselling to deal with other people’s attitudes towards her as she grows up.”…

Cassie McCaffrey is only 15, but unlike most teenagers, who spend their time hanging out with mates and at sleepovers, Cassie’s had to grow up fast. Since she was a toddler, she’s dedicated her time to looking after her mum Zoe, who has multiple sclerosis, a debilitating neurological condition that can affect movement, balance and vision. Zoe, 38, who’s also mum to Leona, 12, and Kylie, 18, relies on a walking frame, suffers extreme exhaustion and has to take strong medication. Even making a cup of tea can leave her feeling wiped out. Every day, Cassie gets up at 6.30am, ensures her sister Leona is up, checks Zoe’s medication, makes breakfast, cooks dinner every night, then helps Zoe bath and get ready for bed. For a much-needed break, Closer treated…

Closer psychologist Emma Kenny says: “Abusers are incredibly clever at making their victims remain silent. It’s not unusual for children from the same family to be unaware their siblings are also being abused, and often they believe they’re protecting them by not telling anyone. Finding out that they were all abused will be painful. Although it would have been incredibly difficult finally speaking about the abuse, by confiding in each other they’ll be able to empathise and support each other. Silence is the enemy, and knowing that each sibling now has a voice may make the trauma more manageable.”…

When Jennifer Pulling found a badly injured black-and-white cat while on holiday in Sicily in 2002, she had no idea it would lead to her saving over 1,000 stray cats. After spending her break nursing the puss back to health, Jennifer set up her own charity to provide medical treatment and a neutering programme for feral cats on the island of Sicily. NEUTERING MISSION Single Jennifer, who lives in Brighton with her nine-year-old rescue cat, Sheba, says: “Since setting up Catsnip, we’ve spent £30,000 helping over 1,000 stray cats, doing three trips a year to the Mediterranean to neuter as many as possible and treat any injuries before re-releasing them. “It’s the best way to control the population. A feral cat can have three litters a year – and in…

SCAMP Scamp was rescued from the streets and loves to play with a piece of string or a ball – and he’s super-friendly. EGGNOG He’s around seven years old and had been a stray all his life. He is very affectionate and enjoys lots of cuddles! NORBAT Four-year-old Norbat was a stray. He loves to be spoilt with toys to play with. He also enjoys a big cuddle. PHOEBE Phoebe needs re-homing as her owner was unable to look after her. She’s an independent cat, but affectionate and sassy. JOHN BOY He was rescued with a bad eye but has been nursed back to health. He loves chicken treats and a soft ball to play with. MILO & DOT These two adorable kittens are great fun. They love playing together…

Charlotte Payne, 21, told us of her heartache, 15 years on, at losing her sister, Sarah Payne, after she was murdered by paedophile Roy Whiting back in July 2000. She says: “I’m not normally the sort of person who likes to share their feelings and talk publicly about my past. However Closer made me feel at ease, I felt comfortable telling my story to them. Both the journalist and the photographers were friendly and I’m so happy I decided to do the article with Closer .” Katie Cooper, 26, appeared in ‘Everything was handledbrilliantly’ Closer in July, revealing that sex with her OAP boyfriend was the best she’d ever had. Katie says: “We had so much fun, the photo shoot was a laugh. We loved the story. Everything was handled…

She’s the queen of the shock factor, but last week Jordan’s attention-seeking antics appeared to backfire as she accidentally revealed her surgery scars on the red carpet at the Hunger Games premiere. The mum-of-five – real name Katie Price – posed up with husband Kieran Hayler, 28, and surprised fans as she stood in her pants and a bizarre cape that was swept up in a gust of wind, exposing her bum and flashing her side-boob, plus surgery scars. ONLINE BACKLASH Critics were quick to blast her appearance online. One user said: “It’s just a shame she’s cut up like that. Should have at least worn body make-up on that scar,” while another added: “Does she not understand that dressing like that does not make her attractive? It makes her…

She turned heads as she hit the red carpet at the Music Industry Trust Awards last week, alongside X Factor pals Simon Cowell, Caroline Flack, Olly Murs and Rochelle Humes. But one person notably missing from Cheryl Fernandez-Versini’s side was her husband of 16 months Jean-Bernard. It follows a string of Cheryl’s high-profile appearances that the Frenchman has failed to attend – including the Pride of Britain Awards in September and former Girls Aloud bandmate Nicola Roberts’ 30th birthday bash a week later. The singer also flew solo to support former bandmate Kimberley Walsh’s debut show for Elf: The Musical last week. AWAY ON BUSINESS Now sources close to Cheryl say she is struggling without the support of husband JB, who has been in and out of the country on…

Closer psychologist Emma Kenny says: “Many studies have linked social media to feelings of isolation, depression, anxiety and envy at everyone’s seemingly perfect life online. It’s easy to forget people are only posting the best bits of their lives, what they’re portraying via social media could be very different to what’s going on behind the scenes. You can’t rely on just online contact to feel part of a community – you need face-to-face contact, too. People need to be aware of the signs that their social media consumption is becoming unhealthy – eg, cancelling social plans to stay online and being overly concerned about people’s reactions to your posts. If you think social media is affecting you, limit your time online and spend more time with your friends and family…

She rushed to her ex-husband Lamar Odom’s side when he was hospitalised last month following a near-fatal overdose at a Nevada brothel. But Khloe Kardashian was quickly accused of exploiting her ex’s crisis for publicity when, days later, she gave a press interview for her new book insisting the pair were not back together. And last week, insiders claimed Lamar, 36, had ordered Khloe out of his hospital room for good after claims she had tipped off photographers at the hospital. A pal reveals: “Lamar heard through friends that Khloe had given an interview about them and he was livid. He’s felt for a while that the Kardashian family have tried to exploit his downfall. He says they always talk about his problems on the show without his consent and…

She made a shock return to the X Factor live shows as this year’s wild card, after mentor Rita Ora previously failed to put her through at Judges’ Houses. But despite there being high hopes for Monica Michael, she tells Closer she’s not confident she can win. The singer says: “I’ve never said I can win. I’m not sure I will. I just wanted to get to the live shows and entertain people. I’m just trying to get through each week as best I can!” The 25-year-old singer/songwriter has wowed audiences and the judges with her stunning vocals and impressive rapping skills. Simon Cowell even admitted last week he’d suffered “sleepless nights” over the idea of her not appearing on the live shows before she was brought back on a…

They welcomed the newest member of their family last week, adopting a basset hound dog named Millie. But pals say George Clooney, 54, and wife of 13 months Amal – who also have cocker spaniel Louie – are now keen for a baby and have reportedly splashed out on designer nurseries in their LA and UK homes. A source says: “George and Amal are trying for a family. They’ve already started preparing and told pals how they’ve built matching baby wings in both homes, complete with a nursery, a baby spa, a playroom, children’s library and quarters for their nanny. They want to raise the baby mainly in the UK, but want to have all the comfort and luxuries in their LA home when they’re in the States. Pals wouldn’t…

She was left devastated after the collapse of her marriage to Ben Affleck this summer – announcing they were set for divorce just days after their 10th anniversary. But after she was spotted with a mystery man in Malibu last week, sources say Jennifer Garner is ready to start dating again – and has been leaning on A-list pals Reese Witherspoon and Jessica Biel to set her up. A source reveals: “Jennifer was left heartbroken by her split from Ben, but has told friends recently that she’s ready to date again. She’s asked Reese and Jessica to introduce her to some eligible bachelors. She’s moved on from Ben now and is ready to look ahead.” Following their split, Jennifer and Ben, 43 – who was forced to deny reports he…

She wowed onlookers with her toned physique on an Australian beach while shooting her upcoming film The Shallows, just 10 months after giving birth to her daughter James. And according to sources, size 8 Blake Lively has been on a mission to get her post-baby body back into shape. An insider says: “Blake’s slim figure is down to her super-strict diet and breastfeeding. She refuses to put anything artificial into her body and doesn’t go near processed foods. Everything has to be organic and made from scratch. She’s cut out sugar, wheat and won’t touch dairy products.” In April, Blake, 28, who married actor Ryan Reynolds, 39, in September 2012, spoke out about the “silly” pressure placed on new mums to shed their baby weight. She said: “Losing weight is…

How are you feeling about this year’s show? Joe: We never know if we’re going to be doing it year on year, but once it’s in the bag we’re yelling with excitement. This is my eighth year and it’s tiring, but I love it. Are you always sworn to secrecy over who’s going in? Laura: It’s a proper secret – the producers give the celebs Disney character names, so no one knows who they’re talking about. This year, we were told Ariel is in there, and Pluto! And Snow White was poorly for a few days… It’s such a huge series; what’s it like being over there for it? Joe: It’s just the most amazing experience. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or what you do – in the jungle,…

They were pictured holding hands and gazing into each other’s eyes at the screening of their drama By The Sea last week – and insiders say Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have been using therapy to keep the spark in their marriage. Rumours surfaced earlier this year that the pair – who have been together for a decade and are parents to Maddox, 14, Pax, 11, Zahara, 10, Shiloh, nine, and seven-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne – were about to split after a series of heated rows. But a source tells Closer: “Brad and Angelina have been seeing a new therapist and they’ve told friends it’s really helped their communication issues. Ange has been saying it’s made them stronger. “They’ve put the fun back into their marriage and went away…

TOWIE’s Lydia Bright and James “Arg” Argent’s relationship has become a favourite with the show’s fans, who are gripped by its dramatic twists and turns. The couple started dating seven years ago, but Lydia dumped Arg in January 2012, after discovering he’d been unfaithful with a string of other women on drunken nights out. They rekindled their romance last summer, but hit the rocks just months later, when it was revealed Arg had gone to rehab for his addiction to wild partying and booze binges. Things looked to be on the up earlier this year, when Arg promised he was a changed man and the pair moved in together, even discussing marriage and kids with their co-stars. But last month, Lydia tearfully demanded she needed space when she discovered Arg…

They’ve looked increasingly close since this series began, but Strictly stars Jay McGuiness and Aliona Vilani are facing claims they’ve had a string of rows over The Wanted singer’s texts to female show rivals. Sources claimed Aliona – who is married to sales director Vincent Kavanagh – has grown possessive over dance partner Jay and hit the roof when she discovered he’d been messaging his co-stars, including Kristina Rihanoff and Georgia May Foote. It was also reported that Aliona was left livid when Jay chatted to a girl in a hotel bar. STAYING FOCUSED And insiders say while they’ve worked through their recent issues, Jay has told pals he’s tired of Aliona’s ways. A source says: “Jay snapped at Aliona after a series of rows, telling her to back off…

KAI ROONEY We were given an insight into the lavish lifestyle of Kai Rooney last week when pregnant mum Coleen posted images of his sixth birthday present – his very own £7k putting green installed in the grounds of the family’s £5million Cheshire home. With footballer dad Wayne earning over £300k a week, Kai and younger brother Klay’s extravagant lifestyle also includes an elaborate playhouse “village” in their garden, as well as a driveable Range Rover, costing around £399. But despite enjoying regular holidays at their Barbados getaway, mum Coleen showed a more down-to-earth side when she took the boys to Wales for a caravan break earlier this year. BLUE IVY CARTER When you call the biggest names in the music business “Mum” and “Dad” it’s a given that you…

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Lydia Bright We reveal the TOWIE star’s body-confidence secrets THE MOVES Her slender body is the envy of many, but Lydia, 25, admits she needs to work hard to combat her “jelly belly.” The size 8-10 star works out five times a week doing an hour of cardio and 30 minutes of weights. She even ropes in boyfriend Arg to help her with her workouts. She says: “I’ll switch it up so I focus either on arms, abs or upper body. Exercise boosts my confidence.” THE FOODS Lydia has a high-protein, low-carb diet. Breakfast is an egg-white pancake with blueberries and Manuka honey, lunch is chicken with brown rice and veg, then dinner is baked salmon, sweet potato and spinach. She snacks on popcorn. She says: “I have one cheat…

WHY TRY VEGAN? A vegan diet consists of only plant-based foods, such as vegetables, grains, nuts and fruits – it contains no meat, dairy or eggs. Faith says: “The number of people following a vegan diet is on the increase. Their reasons vary from caring about the environment to animal rights and saving on food bills.” Faith also raves about the health benefits of eating more vegan food, including reduced risk of type-2 diabetes, high blood pressure and rheumatoid arthritis. It can also clear up skin problems and aid with weight loss. As with any food plan, you need to make sure you're eating a well-balanced diet so you get all the nutrients you need, including B12, calcium and iron. Faith says: “Vegan calcium sources include dried fruits, leafy greens…

Welcome to another real-life special! It’s jam-packed with stories guaranteed to move, entertain and shock you. We’ve got an exclusive interview and photo shoot with a mum and daughter who have blown £60K on surgery to look like Jordan, but still want more. And we’ve spoken to a pregnant 19-year-old who loves life with her 60-year-old husband – and his other wife! Plus there’s a fascinating report into why more women than ever before are cheating. We hope you enjoy this week’s free mag – and don’t forget to let us know what you think.…

Nila Kumar*, 30, has only been married for four years – and yet she’s already risking everything by having an affair with her ex-boyfriend. And Nila isn’t alone – research shows women are now 40 per cent more likely to cheat than they were 20 years ago, with relationship counselling service Relate revealing that in the past year alone there’s been a five per cent rise in men complaining they’ve been cheated on. Relate spokeswoman and counsellor Denise Knowles says: “When couples used to come to me for counselling about adultery, it was mostly the men who had cheated. But now it’s virtually equal. “One reason is that women now have far more opportunities – through work and the internet – to meet people. Also, women are enjoying sex more…

The Sugababes’ Jade Ewan, 27, used to be a young carer for her dad, Trevor, who’s blind and her mum, Carol, who has myasthenia gravis, a muscle-weakening condition. She says: “I was the eldest of three children, so when Mum became ill when I was 14 I became responsible for family life. I’d be up at 6am to make breakfast for my brother and sister, then after school I’d cook and clean. My mum’s condition meant she often couldn’t open her eyes and she wasn’t very mobile. Although my dad could be independent they both needed a lot of help around the house. It was challenging, especially when I was doing my GCSEs. If I did something for myself I would feel guilty, but I loved my parents and I…

CONSULTANT PSYCHOLOGIST DR ABIGAEL SAN SAYS: “Polygamy can lead to all sorts of problems in relationships, including power and control issues between the wives, as well as low self-esteem. Both women may say there is no jealousy, but there often will be – it’s a natural response to another wife being with your husband. With another woman around to compete for affection with, the women may feel they have to show their best side all the time – which isn’t a real or healthy relationship. In my opinion, sharing a husband isn’t a good idea for anyone involved. I don’t believe that love and loyalty can be divided in this way.”…

ARE YOU A CELEBRITY LOOKALIKE? HAVE YOU HAD DRASTIC COSMETIC SURGERY? ARE YOU INVOLVED IN A CONTROVERSIAL RELATIONSHIP? If you have a brilliant or intriguing real-life story that hasn’t appeared in any other magazine, our writer, Emily Cope, wants to hear from you. You could be paid hundreds of pounds if you tell your story direct to Closer . Emily will get back to everyone who contacts her. There are three ways to get in touch: Call Emily on 020 7859 8449 Email your story to closerstories@bauermedia.co.uk Or write to us with your name, address, contact number and a brief synopsis of your story to: Emily Cope, Closer , 3rd Floor, Endeavour House, 189 Shaftesbury Avenue, London WC2H 8JG.…

• Shock new claims Tom had explosive tantrums and is controlled by religion • Actor terrified Hollywood will shun him and fears he’s a ‘laughing stock’ • Ex-wife Katie Holmes appears to support author of new tell-all book He’s one of Hollywood’s most bankable actors, worth an estimated £300 million, but Tom Cruise has become as famous for being the celebrity poster boy for the controversial Scientology religion as he is for his movies. And an explosive new book by former Scientology member Leah Remini is threatening to overshadow his stellar career – claiming Tom, 53, is a troubled and controlling man, prone to epic tantrums and who is “not used to being told no.” In her memoir Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood And Scientology, 45-year-old actress and director Leah – who…

Her relationship with George Kay was fraught with heartache and turmoil before dramatically imploding last month when he was charged with assaulting her and the unlawful possession of a Taser gun. But as Kerry Katona – who suffers with bipolar disorder – adjusts to life as a single mum-of-five, friends reveal she’s struggling with her heartache and even wonders if she could ever take George back. FEELING GUILTY A source says: “Kerry misses George. She hates going to sleep alone and has asked her mum, Sue, to share the bed with her on nights she’s feeling particularly low. “As George was a former rugby union player, the Rugby World Cup final triggered a lot of emotions it reminded her of happier times and she posted photos of her and George…

This year’s X Factor has been plagued with problems, from plummeting ratings to criticism over new hosts Caroline Flack and Olly Murs, as well as contestant Anton Stephans being accused of lying about being adopted. Even show boss Simon Cowell admitted the new live Judges’ Houses was “horrific,” saying: “It was shambolic. It certainly gave me a kick up the a**e.” Insiders reveal the 56-year-old media mogul is stressed out trying to salvage the show. A source says: “Simon is hardly sleeping at the moment. He’s super stressed, works late into the night, then can’t switch off. He doesn’t have time to exercise and is smoking and drinking more than unusual.” In 2010, Simon admitted he felt drained by the pressure of working on his TV shows, saying: “You just…

She ended their nine-year relationship in July after growing tired of his partying ways, with pals claiming photos of Scott Disick cosying up to ex Chloe Bartoli in France were the final straw. And despite being pictured visiting her ex in rehab last week – with their kids Mason, five, Penelope, three, and Reign, 11 months – insiders say Kourtney Kardashian made it obvious she has no intention of rekindling things. A source reveals: “Kourtney went to see Scott, but made it clear she was doing it for the kids’ sake. She wants her and Scott to remain amicable around them. But when Scott tried to apologise for his past behaviour and bring up the possibility of a reunion, she shut him down – insisting he’d run out of chances…

Care worker Sophia Newton’s mum Assia, 44, was murdered by her builder dad Kelvin in 2013. The mum-of-three had told her estranged husband she’d met someone else before he strangled her with a dog lead. He was later sentenced to life in prison but while Sophia, 20, says she will never forgive him, she still visits him in prison every two months. RIPPED APART She explains: “It’s impossible to understand the devastation and confusion you go through when a loved one is murdered by someone you also trusted and loved. I hate my dad for killing my mum and I’ll never forgive him, but I love him too. I was programmed to love my parents unconditionally and I can’t just switch off my feelings for him. “I feel like I’ve…

‘You can’t win with surgery’ Last week Priscilla Presley, 70, appeared on Loose Women looking suspiciously different, sparking rumours she’s had more surgery. Jane Fonda, 77, was also pictured at an event and, while she looks amazing, she’s admitted to having cosmetic ops. I’m 33 and I already feel under pressure to look good, so I understand why Priscilla and Jane might have had surgery – they’re up against much younger women in their industry. When I started in TV all I’d had done was my boobs and lips and everyone called me “plastic,” but on TOWIE there are lots of girls in their 20s, so it’s hard to be compared to them. If celebs genuinely looked their age they’d be criticised, but if they have something done they’re also…

Kian Egan, 35, who was crowned king of the I’m A Celeb! jungle in 2013, says: “For the celebs heading to the jungle this year and who are keen to win my advice is don’t play a game! Be yourself, be a team player and look after everyone. When I won, I was 33 and fit. I like camping, cooking and exercise, which probably made the whole experience easier for me. In Kian won I’m A the first week Celeb! in 2013 or so, often some of the louder characters jostle for attention and they dig their own graves. I didn’t partake in that and sat back and let them get on with it. I ended up being the camp cook, which I enjoyed. I don’t think it necessarily makes…

They sent the rumour mill into overdrive after being pictured looking touchy-feely at a Halloween party in LA, then snapped leaving another celeb bash the same weekend. Now Gwen Stefani and her Voice US co-star Blake Shelton have finally admitted they’re an item. A rep for the singer, 46 – who split from rocker Gavin Rossdale, dad to her children Kingston, nine, Zuma, seven, and Apollo, 20 months, in August – told a US magazine last week: “Gwen and Blake are longtime friends who have very recently started dating.” Gwen opened up about country singer Blake, 39 – who broke up with his wife Miranda Lambert in July – in an interview last week, saying: “We’re just trying to have fun, you know?” Speaking about her marriage split, Gwen added:…

Made In Chelsea star and author Ollie Locke, 28, says: “On-off romances are the most unhealthy type of relationship. If your relationship was right for both of you then you would be a stable couple. From my experience with female friends, they often feel they want to change a playboy or a liar into someone more stable, and see him as a challenge. But if you’re not right for each other in the early stages of a romance, the idea you’ll magically become perfect for each other in later years is unlikely!” › Made In Chelsea airs on Mondays on E4…

Former Strictly dancer James Jordan recently hit out at the show for using contestants with previous dance experience, insisting it was not a level playing field. But Call The Midwife actress Helen George – who had ballet lessons as a teen – says she deserves her spot on the dance floor. The 31 year old tells Closer: “I did ballet when I was a kid until a young teenager, so it’s been a fair few years! I do have an understanding of basic dance steps but I was never professionally trained. In fact, I was probably one of the worst, which is why I gave I up. I remember one day I was doing pirouettes and I pirouetted out of the room! I am starting as a beginner as any…

She’s been subjected to endless abuse about her looks, which she candidly admits gave her confidence a battering. But the naturally beautiful Olympic medallist Rebecca Adlington says that motherhood has finally made her feel comfortable in her own skin. During the London Olympics in 2012, she received a barrage of vile online comments about her nose, weight and overall appearance – with one comedian even cruelly likening the swimmer to a dolphin. During her appearance on I’m A Celeb! she broke down in tears after comparing herself unfavourably to fellow contestant – and beauty queen – Amy Willerton, and shortly afterwards, was rumoured to have resorted to plastic surgery to reduce the size of her nose and remove a bump. At the time, she said: “I always had a bit…

GUILT-FREE TREAT SPICED SPELT BUNS STEP 1 Sift 225g strong white bread flour, 225g spelt flour, 1/2tsp salt and 1tsp mixed spice. Add 35g Tate & Lyle white sugar with Stevia and 1tbsp fast-action dried yeast. STEP 2 Beat 1 egg with 1tbsp olive oil. Add to the flour with 250ml skimmed milk. Knead the dough for 10 mins, place in a bowl and cover with cling film. Leave to rise for 1 hr. STEP 3 Beat 30g butter with 1tsp mixed spice and 30g white sugar with Stevia. Knock back the dough and roll into a 30cm square. Spread over the butter with 150g dried berries and raisins. STEP 4 Roll up like a Swiss roll and cut into 12 slices. Place on a greased square tin, cover with…

Most of us spend a huge amount of time at work. When you enjoy your job, feel valued and can handle the workload, this time is productive and positive. Unfortunately for a growing number of us, this isn’t the case thanks to the stress of overwork: 40 per cent of workers experience depressive symptoms, and among them, 52 per cent fail to ask for help. That old adage about all work and no play is true! So, when you feel like you are about to burn out, what can you do to look after your mental, physical and professional health? ‘ME MYSELF AND I’ CELEBRITY CHEF GINO D’ACAMPO, 39, TAKES OUR QUIZ What’s your worst habit? I’m very impatient. Where’s your happy place? SARAH: “DON At home in Hertfordshire, with…

“I earn £16k a year as a part-time accounts manager, while Matt works when he can as an HGV driver, earning £458 a month. He receives £240 a month as our son Harry’s carer. Harry, six, has severe epilepsy and a neurological movement disorder. Along with disability living allowance, tax credits and benefits, our monthly earnings are £3,177. It sounds like a lot, but we also have Isabelle, four, and Thomas, two. Harry can’t regulate his temperature so wears specialist thermals costing £38 a month, plus he’s still in nappies, so I go to ASDA, Tesco and Aldi for the best deals, but it still bumps up our supermarket bill. “We drive Harry to constant doctor’s appointments and a special needs school, costing £540 a month in fuel. In June,…

EastEnders’ star Emma Barton is back on Albert Square this week as Honey Mitchell – who was last seen during a brief reappearance in 2014 when she revealed she was starting a new life in Canada. She admits to being “very nervous” about her return – saying stepping back into Honey’s shoes is a bit like the “first day at school.” But the cast have made her feel very welcome, especially Perry Fenwick – who plays on-screen husband, Billy Mitchell. And Emma has a very entertaining story for us about her co-star… “When I left, Perry took my dressing room,” Emma, 38, says. “I left him with my TV and a fake plant. It turned out he’d watered it every day for a year before realising it was an ornament,…

INDEPENDENCE DAY CHEESY ALIEN FLICK SUN 15 NOV, 9PM, FILM4 Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum star in this 1996 (we feel old!) flick – in which military types discover enormous objects are on a collision course with Earth, yikes. At first thought to be meteors, they are actually gigantic spacecraft, piloted by a mysterious alien species. Let the madness commence. THE INBETWEENERS 2 AMUSING ANTICS WITH THE FAB FOUR SAT 14 NOV, 9PM, C4 This sequel to the 2011 flick sees our fave funny boys meeting up for a holiday in Oz, having become decidedly bored of grown-up life post-high school – cue a typically disastrous backpacking adventure that'll have you in stitches from start to finish. It turns out Jay – out there enjoying a gap year – isn’t…

Earlier this year, Georgina Clarke and her daughter Kayla Morris made headlines after splashing out £56,000 in a bid to look like Jordan. And, as the duo strip off for a Closer photo shoot to show off their latest look, they reveal they’ve spent another £4,000 on eyebrow tattoos, lips fillers and hair extensions. Despite debuting a more pared-back look, the surgery addicts are adamant they prefer looking fake and plan to keep going under the knife. Shockingly, Georgina, 38, approves of her 20-year-old daughter funding their surgery addiction through stripping, adult webcam work and money from sugar daddies. Over the past two and a half years, Kayla has spent £60,000 on 30 procedures for her and her mum. Kayla and Georgina, who live in Rugby, also use sunbeds up…

While most women lose a few pounds on the heartbreak diet, Patty Sanchez has shed a huge 17st after leaving her feeder boyfriend. Back in 2011, morbidly obese Patty ballooned to 51st with the encouragement of her ex James Trujillo, 38, and her online fans. She was what’s known as a gainer – someone who wants to put on weight – and James was a feeder, meaning he got a kick out of helping her. Patty was already 28st when she met James, but shockingly the 5ft 8 mum began eating 13,000 calories a day and said her saggy flesh and 70GG bust made her feel sexy. Patty earned £60,000 in a year by selling lingerie photos and charging her fans to watch online feeding sessions. But, after splitting with…

For over a decade, Danielle Michalik-May and her two younger sisters never spoke about the abuse inflicted upon them by their evil stepdad, James Lawton, 44. But eventually, the three siblings found the courage to share their terrible secret and joined forces to hunt down the man who had destroyed their childhoods. Danielle, 30, Patricia, 25, and Terri-Ann, 24, from Derby, found Lawton on Facebook and discovered he’d moved to Botswana and remarried. Police were unable to extradite the pervert, but he was finally arrested in March this year after flying to Heathrow, unaware police were waiting for him. Now twisted Lawton has been jailed for 12 years after pleading guilty to nine counts of indecent assault and indecency in the ’90s. Hotel manager Danielle, who lives with her husband…