Inhoudsopgave van Issue 853 - Closer

A few years ago, we feared for Hollyoaks actress Steph Davis. Embroiled in a toxic relationship with reality star Jeremy McConnell, she was heading for rock bottom (as was he). A domestic abuse trial, a restraining order and a suicide attempt by Steph made tabloid headlines. Then Jeremy took a paternity test on TV, doubting their son Caben was his. But now, her once-troubled life could not be more different. Steph tells us she’s happy, loved-up and can’t wait to marry the new man who’s brought her and Caben, now two, stability and happiness. Hers isn’t the only uplifting transformation. Geordie Shore’s Marnie Simpson says pregnancy has cured the crippling body insecurities that drove her under the knife, while Scarlett Moffatt – no stranger to romantic disappointments – has found…

Soaking up the sun in a pink bikini while in Turkey last week, Jordan showed off the results of her latest surgery, which included a facelift, tummy tuck and liposuction, as well as a new bum lift. Shockingly, insiders say the cash-strapped star – who narrowly avoided bankruptcy earlier this year – is hoping her new body will launch a career in porn to boost her finances. And after her infamous sex tape with ex Dane Bowers, who she dated from 1998 to 2000, resurfaced last week, following her raucous night out judging a Porn Idol contest, Jordan – real name Katie Price – has even told pals she’s convinced she can go one step further than reality star Kim Kardashian, 38, who amassed a £270m fortune following her leaked…

Te tragic death of 63-year-old grandfather Steve Dymond from apparent suicide, just a week after filming an episode of The Jeremy Kyle Show, has sparked outrage and highlighted the risks of having your private life dissected in the spotlight. Mr Dymond reportedly took a lie detector test in an attempt to convince his partner Jane Callaghan, 48, that he hadn’t cheated on her, but they split after he failed the test. Days later, Mr Dymond was found dead and the controversial show was axed by ITV following an outcry over the treatment of guests, with host Jeremy Kyle saying he was “devastated by the events.” Speaking about the programme, which was never aired, his son Carl Woolley, 39, said, “Steve told me, ‘Kyle really laid into me’. Presumably that was…

She admitted feeling “lonely” and “overwhelmed” in an emotional Instagram post last week, also revealing she was sleep-eating and had “gained weight.” And Vicky Pattison – who has battled with her weight since dropping 3st in 2013 – also missed her scheduled appearance at the TV BAFTAs last week. Ahead of the event, she admitted, “I’m so nervous that I won’t fit in or look as good as everyone else, I’m losing sleep over it.” A source says, “Vicky is doing the best she can to be her chipper self, but the truth is that she’s struggling, although she still looks brilliant. She’s put on a few pounds and it’s really affecting her. She looks in the mirror and analyses every curve. She’ll have a few down days and then…

Next month, around 300 people will attend a Breatharian festival in Italy. They are just some of the thousands of people worldwide who controversially believe you can live on cosmic life force – or “prana”– absorbed through air and sunlight. The believers will spend ten days together, discussing the extreme lifestyle. Chiara Carcianiga, 54, believes you can thrive mainly on air. She has three children aged 32, 26 and 14 and claims she stopped eating completely in May 2017, saying that for 14 months she survived on just liquids, insisting she felt healthier than ever. Her interest in Breatharian living began in 2017, when she went on a retreat in Spain. The 41 people on the course underwent a nine-day fast, including three days without even water. They also embarked…

Plastic and cosmetic surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe says, “Surgery is huge business in America, and so niche, marketable, new procedures are being sold all the time. In reality, I expect that the Zombie Bum Lift is not so far off a typical Brazilian Bum Lift, and that the surgeons use a mixture of substances – maybe some fat, if it has been kept alive, but also fillers and platelets. Still, it would be an extremely risky procedure, as there is always the chance of an allergic reaction, and I would advise against it. Indeed, in the UK, normal Brazilian Bum Lifts are advised against, as the death rate – 1 in 3,000 – is too high. So this is just not something I can see being offered in the UK any…

ULRIKA CONFESSES: ‘I lived in a sexless marriage’ She announced her shock split from husband Brian Monet last month – now Ulrika Jonsson has made the startling revelation that the couple had sex just once in eight years during their 11-year marriage. The three-times-married TV presenter, 51, even admitted that she began to believe she’d never have sex again and felt that part of her life was “over”. She said, “Nearly two years ago, just before my 50th birthday, I remember thinking I might have to just accept that I’d never have sex ever again. “The reason I thought this is because I had not had sex for four and half years. And the time before that was four years prior. I was living in a sexless marriage for nearly…

‘I’ve had my ups and downs – now I’m feeling good’ She’s suffered from love dramas, crippling panic attacks and anxiety, but Scarlett Moffatt says she’s feeling back to her best after she started dating policeman Scott Dobinson at the start of the year. Scarlett previously thought she’d found happiness with former “Butler in the Buff” Lee Wilkinson, but the romance ended badly when she accused him of cheating after two years together. In April 2018, she wrote on her Facebook page, “Just always seem to choose cheating pathological liars... I just choose lying cheats, it’s a skill.” But as Closer caught up with Scarlett – who met Scott through mutual friends in her hometown of Durham – at the Virgin Media TV BAFTAs, she can’t wipe the smile off…

‘Casey’s going to be an amazing dad’ When Marnie Simpson arrives for our photo shoot, she has just come from her first antenatal class and is fizzing with excitement. “We learned so much,” she smiles. “Casey was much better than me at putting the nappy on the doll. The class leader said his was perfect, but apparently mine was on too loose!” That’s right, the former party girl, once famed for her wild antics on MTV show Geordie Shore, is expecting her first child with her boyfriend, The X Factor’s Casey Johnson, 23, in October. And nine months off the booze and club circuit isn’t bothering the 27-year-old at all. GOODBYE TO BOOZE “I don’t miss alcohol,” she says. “It’s nice to have a break, as I’m the sort of…

GET HER LOOK ROSIE HUNTINGTONWHITELEY, 32 If you’re struggling for style inspiration this season, take some fashion notes from supermodel Rosie. This floaty, loose-fit style is perfect for in-between weather, while the pink blazer adds a gorgeous pop of colour. I WANT WHAT SHE’S GOT! IN THE NEWS... TU’S NEW GRADUATE RANGE Tu at Sainsbury’s has teamed up again with Graduate Fashion Week, helping students launch their final-year collections into stores. This year’s womenswear winner, Jennifer Healy, has designed a range full of bold, art-inspired prints with a cool ’60s vibe – and all at supermarket prices! FASHION WORTH TALKING ABOUT! TV’s famous faces donned their most glamorous ensembles for last week’s bash – and while many wowed, others missed the mark BAFTA SPECIAL TOP TIER Lilah Parsons,31 TV and…

SAY CHEESE Keep track of your baby’s development with this adorable album. Simply slide your crucial snapshots into the holders. ROAR-SOME SNUGGLES This safari-print sleep bag is a naptime essential – the easy-to-use poppers make fastening and unfastening a breeze. MAKE HISTORY Capture teeny-tiny hands and feet for posterity with this DIY print kit. In years to come, you’ll be glad you did. HANDS-FREE HERO Busy parents can carry essentials in style with this waterproof changing bag, featuring insulated baby bottle holders. SLEEP SOOTHER Ewan The Dream Sheep mimics the womb with sounds – including actual heartbeats – to lull newborns to sleep. TEETHING TOY A fun, soft teether featuring a range of different textures to ease teething pains, this now comes in Scandi tones. MUST-HAVE MOBILE Simple yet chic,…

After a big rise in prescriptions for opioid painkillers – pills from the same family as morphine, and available on prescription and over the counter – the health secretary says the packaging should contain addiction warnings. But there’s a difference between dependency and addiction. People rely on painkillers, so if you took them away suddenly, they would have withdrawal symptoms – but that’s not addiction. It’s a massive problem in the US, where more than 900 people a week die from opioid-related overdoses. Here, around 2,000 people die annually thanks to opioids – but that includes deaths from illegal opioids like heroin, not just people taking painkillers for back pain. It feels like the health secretary is reacting to news in America, not here. I’m also not sure slapping more…

The early stages of dating someone are always tricky, especially when you’re falling for them and don’t know where you stand. But the unwritten rule used to be that, after a couple of months of dating, you’d have “the chat” and agree to be exclusive, and therefore be in a relationship. But the dating waters are now murkier, and the pre-relationship stage known as “seeing someone” appears to have extended way beyond the two-month mark. Welcome to the “situationship”. I discovered this new term while watching First Dates – it’s not a “friends with benefits” scenario, but it’s also not a fully committed relationship. And – even more confusing – you’re also not just seeing each other. It’s effectively a new way of saying “it’s complicated”. But I feel it’s…

As one of the presenters of Channel 4’s Supershoppers, there isn’t much Sabrina Grant doesn’t know about getting a deal. So we asked her to round up the best ways to save on your utility bills, from nifty tricks like using comparison sites, to the haggling tips you need to know. PICK UP THE PHONE FOR THE BEST DEALS “Call up and ask! It’s amazing how many companies will give you a discount if you simply talk to them,” says Sabrina. “You have the most power when you’re nearing the end of your contract, so don’t be afraid to threaten to leave to see if they will offer you a better price. You may be put through to the ‘cancellation department’, but internally these are really called ‘retention departments’, and…

1 PIERS MORGAN’S LIFE STORIES THAT MEL B REVELATION SAT 25 MAY, 9.15PM, ITV Back in March when this was filmed, Spice Girl Mel B caused an absolute stir when she addressed the rumours about her and Geri (Horner) being “more than just good friends”. Piers Morgan got the TV gold – and guaranteed ratings – he was after. “Did you sleep in a bed ‘like that’?” he asks a squirming Mel. She nods her head, adding, “[Geri] is going to hate me for this, because she’s all posh in her country house…” Yikes! Other guests coming up this series include Lord Sugar, who Piers says has previously always “bottled it”. Ace. 2 EQUATOR FROM THE AIR HEALTH-CHECK ON PLANET SUN 26 MAY, 8PM, BBC2 Wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan is…

Mum looks like a lovely show to work on… Truthfully, it’s real, proper love. We really all do have extraordinary relationships with each other. You all seem to be constantly eating on this show! You really have to ask Sam Swainsbury [who plays Cathy’s son Jason] about that. I mean, what he did with a sausage at 8am [in episode two of the new series] was amazing! He was eating cold, rank sausages, cold roast potatoes, cold pork chops… horrible! As Cathy, I get through a fair few packets of crisps… Are some of the scenes quite emotional to film? I remember in series two, when Michael [Peter Mullan] came in to tell Cathy that his mother has died overnight, and Cathy is rabbiting on about teabags and keeps asking…

Tongues were wagging over the nature of their relationship yet again last week, as Rita Ora and Liam Payne enjoyed dinner together at private members’ club Annabel’s on a night out in London. Fans speculated online about Rita, 28, and Liam, 25, with one posting, “Oh Liam, you dirty dog,” while another wrote, “I wonder if something is going on between them, they did seem to have chemistry when they duetted together.” Others, meanwhile, wrote that they were “such a fine couple”, and that they were “looking good together.” And pals say the renewed speculation has poured fresh humiliation upon Liam’s ex, Cheryl – with whom he shares son Bear, two – especially as there had been rumours over his chemistry with Rita during their multiple performances together, while he…

‘VIC ALREADY FEELS AS IF SHE DOESN’T GET ENOUGH QUALITY TIME WITH DAVID’ He had a kickabout with best mate Dave Gardner and comedian Jack Whitehall last week, posing for pictures together ahead of a special anniversary match at Old Trafford later this month. And insiders reveal that David Beckham has forged a new friendship with single Jack, 30 – who recently quipped that he’s “rubbish in bed”, despite being linked to a string of famous women, including Kate Beckinsale, Kirsty Gallacher and Paris Hilton. Days after the match, reports claimed Jack was on a date with lingerie model Melinda London, 20, at a private members’ club in the capital. And pals says it’s just the beginning of his hunt for the right woman. But David’s wife Posh is said…

Dee Kelly, 47, shot to fame on reality docudrama Benefits Street in 2014. She appeared on Celebrity Big Brother later that year, as well as CBB Bit On The Side. She lives in Birmingham with her partner and two children Caitlin, 21, and Gerrard, 12. INTIMIDATING She says, “Earlier this year, I appeared on The Jeremy Kyle Show to talk about my suicide attempt and mental health. I found it a positive experience and I was offered aftercare. I hope everyone who has appeared on the show was offered the same. But I was surprised by how intimidating it felt at the time. Watching it on TV, the audience seems small and cosy. In reality, the studio audience felt huge. “It’s terrible that someone has died following their appearance and…

She returned to the red carpet last week for the first time since her ex Mike Thalassitis’ tragic death, but Megan McKenna’s big moment was overshadowed when trolls savaged her new lips. One wrote, “I will never be able to understand just WHY girls think their lips look nice like this. They look deformed. She was a pretty girl, but she’s just ruining her face now.” Another posted, “Oh. My. God. The lips. The face,” while others compared the reality star’s look to late pop star and plastic surgery fan Pete Burns. A source says, “Megan’s used to people trying to pull her down, but she’s been shocked by some of the ‘trout pout’ comments – especially after everything she’s been through lately. It took a lot of courage to…

Adrienn Light, 35, who lives in Spain, is six months pregnant, but only eats one meal a day – if that. The life-coach stopped eating proper meals when her eldest daughter, who’s now five, was two. She says, “I can’t explain it, but I decided to stop eating – I felt as though I was being spiritually guided. For four months I didn’t eat at all – I’d just have the odd juice. “I was still breastfeeding and I had plenty of milk. I’d also do up to three days with no liquid at all. After four months my husband became concerned. I hadn’t lost loads of weight and felt nourished, but he’s Spanish, and their culture is all about eating together, so I started having small meals about three…

She’s TV’s ‘It girl’, having burst on to our screens as Villanelle in hit spy drama Killing ve last autumn, then going on to win a BAFTA for the role earlier this month. And Jodie Comer eveals that playing the quirky and terrifying Russian assassin, with an incredible knack for different accents, is “fun” – adding that she even finds the violent and gory murder scenes the most enjoyable. NO FEAR Jodie, 26, says, “Villanelle is so free and has no sense of consequence or fear. I remember [the producer] saying, ‘What would it be like to wake up and have no fear?’ It’s fun to be able to play that – and it is literally playing on set. If I’m being honest, the murder scenes are a lot…

‘If I hadn’t changed my life, I’d be dead’ She started out as a musical theatre hopeful, before winning her breakthrough role as feisty Sinead O’Connor in Hollyoaks. But in recent years, Stephanie Davis has been more widely known for her disastrous relationship with ex Jeremy McConnell. After meeting him on Celebrity Big Brother in 2016, Steph, 26, found herself embroiled in a toxic romance with the Irish model, culminating in a domestic abuse trial, a restraining order and a suicide attempt from the actress. Jeremy even took a paternity test live on TV when their son Caben was born in 2017, after he reportedly claimed he wasn’t sure the child was really his and wanted reassurance. But two years on, striding across the Virgin Media TV BAFTAs red carpet…

BREASTFEEDING: “The woman from the antenatal class was very pro breastfeeding. I’ve got an open mind – I’ll do what feels natural to me when the time comes.” LABOUR: “I’m so nervous. I wanted to know as much as possible, so I’ve been finding out as much as I can – but the more I learn, the more I get scared. I’m thinking about getting a doula for some extra support, and I want to have a water birth with just gas and air.” NEW PARENT ANXIETY: “I’ll definitely have this. I’m bad enough with my dogs; I always think there is something wrong with them, and Casey will tell me to calm down!”…

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IT’S A VERY “ESSEX” BEDROOM, BUT I WOULDN’T HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY. I’ve got an eight-month-old boy (whose name is yet to be revealed) and a two-year-old girl, so I feel like he can be the boy’s boy and she can be a girlie girl. I would never be able to have a gender-neutral child! ❛I WOULD NEVER BE ABLE TO HAVE A GENDER-NEUTRAL CHILD!❜ I LOVE MY PINK SPARKLY PAINT. I got a handyman to do it, after I found out you could buy the sparkles separately from B&Q and brush it over the top of the paint. It makes everything glimmer, like stars. THE OBABY COT MAKES THE ROOM. It’s spacious and looks so stylish. The compartment at the bottom can store everything you need – when…

INSIDE GEMMA’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Blueberries • Beetroot • Yoghurt • Beetroot • Almond butter • Bananas • Chicken breast fillets • Smoked salmon fillets • Avocado • Cod fillets • Spinach • Pepper • Salad leaves • Broccoli • Lettuce • Ginger • Carrots • Asparagus • Sweet potatoes • Spring onions • Almond milk • Lucozade Fit Water GEMMA How much do you spend per week? Around £80-£85 for me and my partner, Gorka (Marquez, who she met on the 2017 series of Strictly). I don’t think it’s a lot considering there are two greedy adults and two dogs in the house. I tend to shop every three or four days. I buy fresh where I can. Describe your daily diet… Breakfast is an omelette packed with…

I'M PROUD OF... my children. I have a 23-year-old daughter and a 29-year-old son. They're wonderfully bright and fun people, and my greatest achievement. THE BRAVEST THING I EVER DID WAS... become an actor when I was expected to be an industrial chemist. My highest marks were in chemistry and physics, but I’d loved acting since I was around 12. I was upfront with my father and said, “Sorry, I'm going to be a professional actor”. And he was incredibly supportive. I'M SCARED OF... poisonous snakes. They freak me out, and I even have dreams about them. When it comes to non-poisonous snakes, I’ll happily go over and pick one up. THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE BEEN GIVEN IS... not to take yourself too seriously. Ultimately, we all disappear…

£162 For a bottle of Tom Ford Soleil Blanc perfume. £90 On a pair of Nike Air Force trainers from Schuh. £45 For a Jo Malone candle. You only need to light it for a few minutes and the scent fills your whole house. £75 On coffee mugs, fridge magnets and a cap from the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, just after I performed there. £2,000 For a pair of Old Gringo Swarovski Crystal cowboy boots. They were pricey, but very worth it! For tickets to Megan's Story Of Me tour, visit Eventbrite.co.uk…

Can you describe the show? ROCHELLE, 30: It’s a music quiz, but that doesn’t really describe it. Essentially, it’s an entertainment show where three couples – friends, partners or siblings – are battling it out through several different rounds. It’s just really addictive telly… MARVIN, 34: It’s a game we’ve always played at home. It’s fun and it goes across all genres. ROCHELLE: It’s a nice one to sit down and watch as a family. So, you play it at home? MARVIN: Yeah. We’ve even got buzzers at home… ROCHELLE: We played it with the family at Christmas and on Easter Sunday, though normally we’re using Spotify. Do you play for prizes? ROCHELLE: We play for not doing the washing up, so whoever wins can just sit on the sofa.…

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‘JONATHAN ARRANGED A VISIT TO KIM KARDASHIAN’S FAVOURITE SURGEON’ She appeared to be having the time of her life on her American adventure, cruising around LA in a Rolls Royce, shopping on Rodeo Drive with Kim Kardashian’s BFF Jonathan Cheban and dining in Hollywood’s luxurious Chateau Marmont restaurant. And the timing of last week’s trip proved a welcome diversion from her latest split from on/off boyfriend James “Arg” Argent. Arg was reportedly sacked from TOWIE earlier this month, after testing positive for cocaine in a routine drugs test, just nine months after a third stint in rehab to try to overcome his demons. But he has vowed to focus on his health and is currently filming for ITV’s weight-loss show Celebs On The Farm– previously Sugar Free Farm, which Gemma…

“I don’t think reality TV should end. People have different reasons for wanting to go on them. They might be looking for a change in their life or desire an unusual experience. The opportunity of having 15 minutes of fame is attractive, but it’s very different from watching it at home and a lot of people would struggle with the pressure. I always say that it’s like entering the lottery – yes, some people do win big, but the likelihood is you’ll come away with nothing. People who really shouldn’t go on are those who are very sensitive to opinion, have deep insecurities or those that have been in a bad relationship that they haven’t healed from. We keep watching because people are generally voyeuristic. And they either identify with…

As her troubled life continues to unravel, fears for Britney Spears are growing after the singer last week left a courtroom barefoot and looking disheveled, having asked for “more freedom” in a showdown with her dad. In a shocking twist to the saga, the singer, 38, now reportedly denies her earlier claims that she admitted herself into a mental health facility in April – and told a judge that her dad Jamie committed her against her will, forcing her to take drugs during her 30-day stint there. HARROWING SITUATION As her mum Lynne, 64, appeared in court with Britney to continue her campaign to help lift the conservatorship of Britney, the court ordered experts to look into the 11-year legal order that had put father Jamie, in control of her…

Nutritionist Rick Hay says, “While I subscribe to the theory that everyone is different, and that for some people fasting for a short period of time works, I can’t recommend this way of life. The consequences of not eating range from being snappy and feeling faint at the beginning, to eventually the risk of death. It’s not possible to live without food. You need fuel and different minerals to survive. I have noticed that diets are becoming more like a religion and people can be very evangelical about their plans – from veganism to paleo. But this is very extreme and has gone a step too far. I’d categorise it as an eating disorder.”…

Dr. Sajan, who works in Seattle, USA, and created the Zombie Brazilian Butt Lift, says, “I have done many traditional Brazilian Butt Lifts – where fat is transferred from one part of the body to the buttocks. But many of my patients didn’t have enough fat to do the procedure, so I decided to use fat from cadavers instead. The fat comes from people who donate their organs when they die. It is then harvested, processed, dehydrated and made available to transfer. I purchase it from a company that specifically works with tissue donation and follows the FDA guidelines. All parties are aware of the process. Everything has been approved for use in the human body, and I’ve done thousands of procedures and never experienced any complications. But the risks…

Hollywood actress Sandra Oh plays MI5 security operative Eve Polastri in Killing Eve – and Sandra says she was relieved that the show got a second series as one “wasn’t enough”. The star, 47, says, “I really love the show. I’m very happy to be able to work on it again – the first eight episodes weren’t really enough! I love the style of it, the thriller aspect and I love being able to play a character who is able to express not only a rainbow of emotions, but also a lot of depth. I like Eve’s vulnerability – I spend a lot of this series being scared. And the actress – who won a Golden Globe for her part in the show – adds that the appeal of both…

‘GET HELP IF YOU NEED IT’ I obviously went through a really bad time, and alcohol was my coping mechanism to help with things. But I knew that, for Caben’s sake, I had to sort myself out before it was too late... Going to rehab saved my life. ‘SPEAK OUT TO HELP OTHERS’ [Rehab] was the hardest thing I’ve ever done, don’t get me wrong. But now I see how my life’s changed, and I’m helping other people – that’s the most important thing. I realised I could stay quiet about this, or I could be vocal and help other people. And that’s what I’ve done, and it makes it all worth it. ‘DO SOMETHING YOU LOVE’ I love working on Hollyoaks. Acting is my passion – if you do…

‘I’m not very good at dating – I find it quite bizarre’ ‘SOME FRIENDSHIPS DO EXPIRE’ My friends mean a lot to me but, equally, I’ve realised that when a friendship has expired, it’s expired! People grow out of each other, and that’s fine. I used to be fearful of losing friends, but as I’ve got older I’ve learnt that it’s better to have a small group of really good friends, than a large group of acquaintances. If someone isn’t making you feel good about yourself, it’s OK to let them go. ‘SUCCESS MEANS DIFFERENT THINGS TO DIFFERENT PEOPLE’ My mum is the happiest and most successful woman in the world, because all she ever wanted was to get married and have kids. That was her dream and that’s what…

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When it comes to spring make- up, designers and celebrities are going for a futuristic look – with silver being the colour of choice. From glossy pops of shimmer to moodier molten shades, this metallic hue is guaranteed to mesmer-eyes. But is it a worthy replacement for a classic smoky eye, or is the shiny shade too tricky to pull off? WE TRY IT OUT! ACTING STYLE EDITOR MATILDA SAYS: “I was expecting this to look a bit naff or overdone, but I actually quite liked the glossy colour. It brightened the eye area nicely, and created a ‘look’ without too much fuss. I simply swept it on with a brush and was good to go! I’d definitely wear it again for a night out.” STYLE WRITER ELEANOR SAYS: “I…

She ended last year on a high by losing 15lbs and dropping two dress sizes after her weight crept up to a size 16, admitting she took the focus off her diet. Now Kelly Brook has more reason to smile, as she reveals she’s lost another stone and reached her goal weight. Kelly – who turns 40 later this year – tells Closer , “I’m finally down to a 10-12, and I feel great. I just wanted to get back into my old clothes and have my best body. I didn’t want to be overweight or at the top end of my BMI, like I was, but just be at a healthy weight. I feel sexier, and happier in my own skin.” And the model-turned-actress admits she’s noticed all-round benefits.…

FAMILY MATTERS MAKE READING PART OF FAMILY TIME Only three in 10 parents read to their children daily, but Emma says it’s one of the most enjoyable and important activities I love reading, because it allows you to fully escape reality. When I was pregnant I read to my bumps, and when my boys were born I read to them every day, right up until they started secondary school. Even now, my children ask me to read out loud to them when we go on holiday, or while sitting in the garden on sunny days. Words and reading have a real impact on brain development. The brain is like a sponge in early childhood, so if a child begins to learns to read before they are six, they automatically find…

Botox® and dermal fillers have become a hot trend in the UK – these procedures do not involve going under the knife, so it’s no wonder that more people are turning to these options hoping for a quick change. But there are potential risks to your health, so it’s vital to know all the facts. So, you’ve booked an appointment with a practitioner – but what next? Your trusted practitioner should put you at ease by discussing what will happen before, during and after the procedure and how to mitigate any risks. It’s worth being open about the look you are hoping for and any concerns you may have. Make sure you have a consultation first and ask questions about their qualifications and experience in the procedure, and how to…

• There are LOLs a-plenty (but not for Sal) when Sally, Jenny, Sinead and Yasmeen excitedly take ownership of a beautiful racehorse. After a tipple, the woman head outside to admire their new friend – only to discover it’s been replaced by a common old donkey and they’ve been had! • Rick (the Weatherfield gangster) beats Gary up and ties him to a radiator in his office – accusing him of stealing his stash of passports. Rick then tells Gazza he’s going to kill him (and he means it).…

They shot to fame in pop bands The Saturdays (Rochelle) and The X Factor runner-ups JLS (Marvin), crossing paths back in 2010 at various awards ceremonies. Things moved fast, with Rochelle moving in with Marvin after four months. Before long, the romantic X-Factor star popped the question while they were holidaying in the Maldives. On their anniversary last year, Rochelle wrote on Instagram that Marvin was “still her best mate”. This couple are just too sweet.…

MUST READ Your Deepest Fear(DAVID JACKSON) As DS Nathan Cody attends a gruesome murder scene, it soon becomes clear that Sara Prior is no ordinary bereaved wife. Taking the investigation into her own hands, Sara is drawn into a world of violence that will lead her in a direction she would never have suspected. And for Cody, meanwhile, things are about to get personal in the darkest and most twisted ways imaginable... This is a real edge-of-your-seat thriller. BEST DAY OUT Luna Cinema Fall for Ally and Jackson all over again under a blanket of stars, or escape from reality with the ultimate Queen singalong against an iconic backdrop as Luna Cinema launches its summer line-up. Running until September, watch the likes of A Star Is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody –…

Vogue “styles out” a near tragedy as she crashes through rotten decking boards on her patio… GoT’s Lena and Nikolaj reveal the incredible style sensation that everyone will be wearing this A/W19 – pancakes. Say what you like about Lydia, but there’s no way you’ll ever find her up a creek without a paddle… SCOTTY T And the winner of 2019’s Agony Uncle of the Year award goes to… Scotty T! LOUISE THOMPSON ...and now the women’s category – 2019’s Agony Aunt of the Year goes to… Louise Thompson. We’re loving the empathy! Charlotte gets over her fear of traffic by rewarding herself with a doughnut every time she crosses the road. Grimmy’s favourite sweat top doesn’t fit anymore. That’ll teach you to put it on a 90˚ wash, you…