Inhoudsopgave van Issue 926 - Closer

For some people, surgery is life-saving, and for others, a life choice. It’s become the norm to see reality TV stars overhaul their appearance, but the truth behind it can be disturbing. This week, EOTB’s Laura Brown (right) reveals online bullies drove her to nip/tuck addiction. Both she and her mum are heartbroken at how she’s changed, but Laura says she can’t stop and she cautions others never to start in the first place. Meanwhile, we’ve spoken to inspirational mum Cat Levitt, who was left traumatised after having a double mastectomy due to breast cancer. She explains how showing off her scars has brought her real confidence - her inspiring story is on p30. Finally, on a lighter note, it’s almost Halloween and we’re not letting lockdown spoil the kids’…

She was reportedly hoping to be partnered with gay skater Matt Evers to avoid speculation over the “curse” of Dancing On Ice - but Rebekah is thrilled to instead be paired with married newbie Andy Buchanan. Posing for a selfie last week, the WAG - who is married to Leicester player Jamie - wrote, “I am so excited to be partnered with you and am ready for some hard work. I can’t wait to get started!” Sources previously told how Rebekah had been desperate to avoid any potential romance rumours, as is common on the show. There have been five high-profile splits, involving ex-England goalkeeper David Seaman from his long-term wife Debbie, EastEnders’ Matt Lapinskas from his former co-star Shona McGarty, and Love Island’s Wes Nelson and Megan Barton-Hanson and…

She’s reportedly branching out from her fashion empire to design high-end kitchenware, joining husband David Beckham, who is rumoured to be starring in his own cooking show on Netflix, after the pair both brushed up on their culinary skills during lockdown in the summer. But pals say that while Posh is eager to join David, 45, in Brand Beckham’s next exciting chapter, the 46-year-old still wants to keep her “edge” and is finally considering a Spice Girls reunion to keep the spark between them. EXCITED A source says, “Vic is really excited that she and David are aligning their work projects to be in the same area. But at the same time, she doesn’t want her marriage to be compromised by them working closer together. “She wants to keep the…

• Student Minds have launched Student Space, an online support programme for students during the pandemic. Students can explore resources and access support via a 24/7 text service, which is free and open to all students in England and Wales. • If you’re a parent, encourage your child to keep in contact and sign up at their local GP practice. • Nightline relies on public support. To donate, visit Nightline.ac.uk/donate. • If you need to talk to someone, you can contact Samaritans any time on 116 123.…

She’s just returned from Turkey with best pal Chloe Ferry after having nose jobs together - but this is far from Laura Brown’s first foray into surgical procedures. In fact, she’s been under the knife roughly 20 times in the past three years. Worryingly, the Ex On The Beach star has had six Brazilian butt lifts, five full-body liposuction sessions - as well as regular lipo top-ups on individual areas - three boob jobs, two nose jobs, one breast uplift and her whole face reconstructed through fillers, costing a total of £80k. In July, she travelled to Turkey to get the “fox eye” procedure, one of the latest cosmetic trends on offer, which involves lifting the outer corner of the upper eyelid to change the shape of the eyes. OBSESSED…

She rose to fame on Love Island in 2017, and throughout her time in the public eye, Olivia Attwood has defended her right to do precisely as she pleases when it comes to her looks. Prior to appearing on the show, Olivia, 29, had a boob job, as well as lip fillers. And in recent years, she’s switched up her breast implants, had more lip and nose fillers, undergone Botox and had her chin reshaped with jaw lipo and filler. Shutting down her critics, the straighttalking star has previously said she’s fed-up with people “telling her she’s pretty enough without the surgery”. And while Olivia insists she’d never want to openly encourage others to have cosmetic work, she feels it’s important to be honest and open about what she’s had…

Dr Philippa Kaye is a GP specialising in children’s and women’s health. She says, “When Sammy was pregnant, she lost weight in a healthy way, and we encourage mums-to-be to maintain a healthy weight during pregnancy. However, waist trainers are not an effective tool for weight loss and can cause significant damage to your body. They put pressure on your internal organs – squeezing your intestines and squashing your stomach, which can lead to indigestion and acid reflux. They can also stop you from being able to open your lungs fully, risking lung infections. It can also affect mental health, as you are trying to conform to an unrealistic standard of beauty. It’s important to understand why a patient would want to use a waist trainer, as there could be…

It was reported that his new girlfriend, Luisa Eusse, had cheated on him earlier this month - but last week, Strictly’s Neil Jones proved they’re still very much together, as they were seen kissing and cuddling in London’s Notting Hill. Neil, 39, and Colombian dancer Luisa, 23, went public with their romance in August. But earlier this month, it was claimed that Luisa had enjoyed a night of passion with student Daniela Becerra, after the pair met on a night out in London, while Neil was in isolation to prepare for the upcoming series of Strictly. Luisa denied the claim, posting a response to the cheating rumours on Instagram with a video of her stamping on a newspaper. She captioned it, “This is my reaction to the false news.. This…

Climbing to the top of a mountain, Cat Levitt pauses, before whipping off her top and exposing her bare chest, throwing her head back and spreading her arms wide in triumph. For her, it’s an empowering way to celebrate her post-mastectomy body. Cat, 35, who has a daughter, Addie, five, explains, “Flashing in the wilderness is a way for me to show everybody there’s strength in your scars and strength in breast cancer. “I never thought I’d get to where I am now and love my scars. After you go through these surgeries, you feel really awful. I felt like a piece of what made me a woman and a mother were missing. I know a lot of women who are going through chemotherapy, or who have just had surgery,…

A recent survey showed that the coronavirus pandemic has made people reassess their attitude towards their love lives. Fifty-nine per cent said they were re-evaluating their “ideal partner” checklist, while 58 per cent revealed they were going to be more open to a range of partners. There’s no such thing as the perfect person, but I do believe there’s the perfect person for you. There will always be little things that will get on your nerves about your partner, and being with them 24/7 will definitely exacerbate any issues. But while there’s so much uncertainty with the pandemic, we have to remind ourselves we’ll never get quality time with our partner like this again, so treasure it. Lockdown has given me the opportunity to get to know Mike [Boateng, her…

LUCY How much do you spend per week? Between £30 and £40. If I have guests, it’ll be around £50. Describe your daily diet… For breakfast I have two Weetabix Protein with chocolate chips, plus a MyProtein shake that tastes a bit like a Crunchie, which I make with Alpro coconut milk. Mid-morning, I might have a tin of tuna, because I need all the protein I can get for weightlifting [Lucy has lost 3st over the past few years by eating healthily and doing regular exercise, including weightlifting]. Lunch is rice and mince with carrots, peas and sweetcorn from the freezer. I’ll have toast with marmalade or avocado in the afternoon. For dinner, I’ll have steak, rocket and homemade chips - I make them using my air-fryer. Is there…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Family fallouts are common, particularly among immediate relatives. Most heal quickly, but some can last a lifetime unless confronted head-on. After any row, you often feel a range of emotions, including anger, sadness, humiliation and frustration - and a knee-jerk reaction can lead to an escalation in the rift if you send nasty messages, or demand an apology. This is why creating space is key. Let yourself calm down, take a step back and try to form a more objective perspective. If you want to reconcile, make it clear that you are open to this conversation. If you feel things got out of hand, acknowledge this and apologise for your part in it. Rather than getting caught…

CHESHIRE HOUSEWIFE RACHEL LUGO, 45, REVEALS HER INNER EMOTIONAL SECRETS I WISH I WERE… less stubborn. It started off with me not wanting to take any nonsense and standing up for myself a bit more, but I’ve taken it to a whole new level. I’m too stubborn for my own good. MY GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT IS… being a mum (Rachel has five children). I’m always so impressed by other mums that I forget I’ve managed to do it too. MY BIGGEST REGRET IS… not going to university. I should have gone, but I was too busy earning money. I enjoy working as a property developer, but I just feel like I’ve missed out on that part of my life. I try to let my kids know how important that experience is.…

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! GOTHIC LACE After an easy way to make a redundant lace dress daytime-appropriate? Throw on a cardigan, then tie together with a belt to stop it looking frumpy. Victorian-style boots provide the perfect finish. TIE-DYE TREASURE Lace-up boots and straight-cut jeans will make up the foundation of your wardrobe for the next six months. Add a luxe feel with the ever-popular tie-dye trend and smarten up with tailored blazers. PLEATHER PIECES Dig out your faux-leather pencil skirt from its workwear sabbatical and pair it with a fun, spooky tee. Buckled loafers will add a ‘90s nod, or dress down with simple white pumps for a daytime spin.…

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HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! TINY TERRORS Make it an evening to remember for the little ones with bold colours and playful characters. You don’t need to spend a fortune to give your home a ghostly vibe – the high street is filled with bargain buys that can be reused next year. Activities like paint the pumpkin or a treat-filled piñata will guarantee a smile, too. FREAKY CHIC Impress your family minus all the garish props and shouty colours, with a pared-back take on gothic. Shiny metallics, plenty of candles and classic monochrome shades will feel just as eerie but with a grown-up twist. Simple things like switching your tablecloth or glasswear to a darker shade will work nicely for an intimate dinner party.…

• Simon Cowell is reportedly keen to work with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle • The move could leave a question mark hanging over Cheryl’s career ‘SHE’S UNDERSTANDABLY A LITTLE SENSITIVE ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF BEING LET DOWN BY SIMON’ He may be recovering from a broken back after a near-fatal bike accident in August, but that hasn’t stopped multi-millionaire businessman Simon Cowell from planning his next work project. Reports surfaced last week that Simon - who parted ways with his record label, Syco, earlier this year to focus on TV projects - has set his sights on working with the “world’s most famous couple”, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who last month signed a multimillion-pound Netflix deal. According to reports, Simon is thought to be helping the couple on…

‘SHE NEEDS TO GIVE HERSELF LONGER TO HEAL BEFORE RUSHING INTO ANYTHINGʼ She worried fans as she talked about her “suicidal thoughts” last week and, despite being confined to a wheelchair for at least six months, it seems Jordan is pushing on with plans to start a family with her new boyfriend, Carl Woods. As they prepared for a “baby-making holiday” in the Maldives, the mum of five told fans during an Instagram Q&A that she “wished” she were already pregnant, adding she wanted “as many as my body can take.” Jordan, 42 - real name Katie Price - has been told she’ll be unable to walk for at least six months, after breaking both ankles during a recent holiday to Turkey with former Love Island hopeful Carl, 32. Concerned…

Suzanne Baum is a journalist from London. Her sons, Zack, 19, and Leo, 18, both tested positive for the virus during the same week at university. Suzanne says, “Knowing my sons were both suffering with this unpredictable virus was torturous. I was worried for both of them, but particularly for Leo, who’s a fresher and was self-isolating in halls with strangers. He was in a lot of pain and slept all the time - not hearing from him was so frightening. Knowing I couldn’t even bring my sons home because of restrictions was heartbreaking - I felt helpless. Fortunately, they’ve both recovered, and after Leo’s isolation period, he visited home, where I fed him plenty of chicken soup and made sure he was well. I can finally breathe now that…

A long list of the nation’s favourite TV stars have spoken openly about their surgery in recent years. And sadly, for many, it seems to have become a compulsion as they repeatedly go back for more. Top surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe has treated celebrities and members of the public, and tells Closer he feels a moral obligation to make sure they’re doing it for the right reasons to prevent them from becoming addicted. He says, “Often, people will come in for one treatment, and have the mindset that it’ll be their one and only operation. But, sometimes, patients will have such a positive experience with their procedure and feel so happy, they’ll start looking at different parts of their body that they want to improve. They come back for more, and…

Fans of hit sitcom Friends rejoiced when Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox and Lisa Kudrow reunited for this year’s virtual Emmy Awards, with Jennifer joking that they had all been “roommates since 1994”. It was the perfect tonic following the news that filming for the reunion show, which was originally set to happen in March in front of a live audience, has been postponed twice due to the pandemic. But an insider says that Jen, 51, and Courteney, 56, are keen to get in front of the camera together again in a new show, which will be a spin-off about their Friends’ characters Monica Geller and Rachel Green’s friendship. SUCCESSFUL “Lockdown has taught Jen and Courteney that they can depend on each other 100 per cent and that, together, they can…

REBEL: ‘I’m proud of myself’ She seems to have found a new lease of life this year, after losing 3st and coupling up with a hunky toyboy, so it’s no surprise Rebel Wilson wants to share her joy with all her fans. The Australian actress recently posted pics on Instagram detailing her romantic getaway to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with her American entrepreneur boyfriend Jacob Busch, 29. One snap showed Rebel, 40, wearing a black swimsuit and cuddling up to Jacob on a beach – with the cheeky caption, “Hot & Spicy #cabosanlucas”. Rebel, who met Jacob through a mutual friend in 2019, also shared a video of the two of them floating next to each other in an infinity pool. And the Pitch Perfect star has even cheekily credited…

She has an Academy Award, five Golden Globes, two Emmys and countless nominations to her name – and Hollywood star Nicole Kidman’s latest project, psychological thriller The Undoing, looks set to earn her more plaudits. Not only did she co-produce and star in the six-part series, she also sang the theme tune! Nicole, 53, admitted, “I finished the thing shattered, actually. I did find it really long and taxing emotionally. It took five months to shoot this thing, and [due to the pandemic] we shot the whole thing out of sequence. I found that really hard.” In the gripping series, based on the novel You Should Have Known, Nicole plays Grace Fraser, a successful New York therapist who has a seemingly perfect life with husband and oncologist Jonathan (Hugh Grant)…

It’s important to know how your breasts usually look and feel – that way, you can spot any changes quickly. Look at your breasts and feel each breast and armpit, and up to your collarbone. You may find it easiest to do this in the shower or bath, by running a soapy hand over each breast and up under each armpit. You can also look at your breasts in the mirror. Look with your arms by your side and also with them raised. See your GP if you notice any of the following: • A change in the size, outline or shape of your breast, or in the look or feel of your skin, such as puckering or dimpling • A new lump, thickening or bumpy area in one breast…

It’s just five months since she gave birth to her gorgeous daughter, Isla, and while Chloe Goodman looks happy and confident as she poses in lingerie for Closer, she admits that seeing pictures of other new mums snapping back into shape on social media hasn’t helped her confidence. But the Celebrity Big Brother star, who shares Isla with her footballer fiancé Grant Hall, says that although she’s still a stone heavier than her pre-pregnancy size, being a mum has given her a newfound respect for her body. She says, “My boobs are an F-cup now that I’m breastfeeding, and they’re heavy. Grant and I have a running joke, where we say I’ll need scaffolding instead of bras soon! And my belly is like the dough you see them rolling out…

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! CREEPY CRUMPETS Delight the kids at breakfast time with these crumpets that have been given a spooky twist. Smother in red jam to keep the theme going! GHOST CRUMPETS, £1, ASDA EERIE EGG Mummy Meagz have given their Easter egg a spooky makeover, with the chocolate treat now filled with green fondant. Suitable for vegans, this Boo Boo egg means everyone can have a sweet treat this Halloween. BOO BOO EGG, 99P, HOLLAND & BARRETT TASTY TREASURE Give little ones a challenge by placing a few of these milk chocolate Creepy Coins around your home and in your garden - then seeing how fast they can find them! CREEPY COINS, £1, CO-OP GRUESOME GOODIES Packed with 36 delicious filled chocolates, including hazelnut, vanilla and caramels, this reusable glass…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK The idea of noting down a pregnant woman’s alcohol intake in their baby’s red book is judgemental and invasive. It’s just a couple of steps away from a Game Of Thrones-style scenario, where we’re marching women down the streets, shouting “shame” at them. All it would do is encourage women to lie if they have drunk a little bit, which is terrible - there needs to be trust between doctors and their patients. Also, for those who have a genuine problem with alcohol, adding a layer of humiliation to their experience could be disastrous. DON’T PANIC Most pregnant women don’t have anything to drink, just like they avoid eating raw meat and shellfish and overdoing it on…

While my neighbours aren’t among my closest friends, I can borrow a lawnmower from them, and I enjoy chatting to them over the garden fence. This relationship makes home life feel secure and supportive. Many people only properly met their neighbours in the early days of the pandemic, and a survey has found that half of us would be willing to help a neighbour in another lockdown. But you shouldn’t need a reason to strengthen bonds - plus the benefits will pleasantly surprise you. MAKE CONNECTIONS Your street is a potential goldmine of friends. I’m on a WhatsApp group for my estate to keep up with important local information, but I’ve got to know the members as individuals, so I say hello to pretty much everyone I see, which automatically…

HELPING YOU SPEND WISELY, SAVE MORE AND EARN BETTER Homemade gifts are thoughtful, sentimental and often more eco-friendly compared with buying something new, plus they’re cheaper, too. We asked Daisy Oakley, author of Cottagecore, Inspirational Ideas, Crafts And Recipes For Wholesome Country Living, for her favourite craft gifts you can create for family members. From bath bombs to beer, here’s how to make your own and save cash this festive season. CREATE SOLID PERFUME FOR GRANNY A Chanel solid perfume pencil will cost you £65, but these homemade versions should set you back less than £5. The perfume works when you apply it with your fingertips. The heat from your fingers liquefies the perfume, which can then be applied to your pulse points. Experiment with different scents and varying amounts…

TOP RIVER ISLAND £38 A dramatic lace blouse, such as this one, can be restyled for all festivities. EARRINGS H&M £5.99 Don’t fancy head-to-toe fancy dress? These are the perfect nod – even if just for a Zoom meeting. DRESS ASOS DESIGN £32 Make these moody blooms even more dramatic by pairing with knee-high biker boots and cherry lipstick. COAT TOPSHOP £79 Long, shiny coats scream ‘90s grunge – plus the snakeskin adds glamour. SWEATSHIRT PRIMARK £10 Get into the spirit of all things spooky for just a tenner! Pair with pleather leggings for at-home comfort.…

NEW SERIES 1 THE UNDOING NO SUCH THING AS A PERFECT LIFE MON 26 OCT, 2AM / 9PM, SKY ATLANTIC / NOW TV Nicole Kidman (with lovely hair) plays therapist Grace, with Hugh Grant as her obscenely wealthy husband Jonathan in HBO’s latest thriller from David E. Kelley (who brought us the amazing Big Little Lies). Set around the elite Reardon School and the manicured mothers who frequent the gates, Grace’s world implodes when a young woman is murdered – and she’s forced to question Jonathan’s true identity when he ends up as the prime suspect… FACTFILE The series is based on the novel You Should Have Known, by Jean Hanff Korelitz. It boasts a star-studded cast, with Donald Sutherland as Hugh Grant’s father-in-law. TURN TO PAGE 28 TO READ…

20-26 OCTOBER IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Use the next 12 months to work through any fears you have around relationships. When it comes to love, it’s as though the brakes are on a bit. Don’t rush. Financially, this is a year to come up with a surprising new idea about a great way to make money. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN LIBRA 23 SEP-22 OCT Money might not be coming to you as fast as you’d like. Hopefully, you have enough to tide you over - this cycle won’t last forever. Keep being sensible financially. In love, you’re learning how much better it is to charm people rather than getting annoyed. Find your Rising Sign for free atwww.moonmessages.com/freechart SCORPIO 23 OCT-21 NOV Take back anything you wish you…

‘IT’S THE LAST THING SHE NEEDS RIGHT NOW WITH THIS HUGE COURT CASE LOOMING’ It’s been a year since she famously accused former friend Rebekah Vardy’s Instagram account of being the source of leaked stories about her private life. And while she was originally hailed as “brave” for her WAGatha Christie reveal, things have since turned sour for Coleen Rooney. Last week, while Rebekah - who has vehemently denied the claims and is suing Coleen for defamation - was hailed for her charity work as ambassador of Barnado’s and said she was “so grateful” to be taking part on one of TV’s biggest shows, Dancing On Ice, Coleen suffered yet another blow when husband Wayne’s murky past made headlines again. A serialisation of a new autobiography by former Arsenal footballer…

Popular culture expert Nick Ede tells Closer, “Simon has the Midas touch, and if there’s anyone who can create great, compelling TV, it’s him. He already has deals with US networks and as The X Factor is not coming back for a while, it’d be great for him to have another project. With the Sussexes living near him in America, it just makes sense. I’d imagine Simon would dedicate a lot of one-to-one time to them. He’s a workaholic and has a brilliant team behind him, so I’m sure he’d utilise them, too. He puts 200 per cent into everything he does, so he’ll want to make sure it’s as successful as all his other work. Meghan and Harry are the golden couple right now, and they’re using their fame…

When Tizzie Robinson-Gordon, 19, was accepted to study History and English at the University of Edinburgh, she’d hoped for a once in a lifetime experience. But her reality couldn’t be further from the student life she’d imagined. Tizzie’s just four weeks into her first year, but a COVID-19 outbreak on campus meant she’s spent half that time self-isolating in halls. Tizzie, from Bath, says, “Without a strong support network and little help from the university, I felt lonely and cooped up. I wouldn’t wish it on anyone”. Tizzie is one of thousands of students forced to self-isolate due to the virus spreading across campuses. ANXIETY & STRESS There are currently COVID-19 cases at over 40 universities, and infection rates in university towns are 40 per cent higher than the rest…

He is arguably the only man to have left her begging for a job, as selfcoined diva Gemma Collins vowed to swap blow-dries in Brentwood for selling mansions in Hollywood, after touring some of LA’s most expensive homes with the millionaire property mogul last year. In scenes aired on her reality show Diva Forever, following her trip to California last summer, Gemma, 39, told Jason Oppenheim – star of hit Netflix series Selling Sunset and owner of the luxury real estate firm The Oppenheim Group – “If you want a hot-shot seller, it’s me.” HUGE SUCCESS After viewing a string of luxury multi million-dollar pads in the Hollywood Hills alongside her pal Jonathan Cheban, who also happens to be Kim Kardashian’s BFF, former car-dealer Gemma bragged, “I’m telling you now,…

She joined Geordie Shore in 2015 as a fresh-faced 19 year old – but five years on, Chloe Ferry has completely overhauled her face and body, undergoing a staggering £50,000 worth of surgery, as well as embracing a love of fitness in recent months. Chloe, 25, has had work done to her lips, cheeks and chin, plus two breast enlargements, liposuction and a Brazilian butt lift. She’s also just returned from Turkey with friend Laura Brown, where she underwent a breast reduction. Speaking about her recent surgery, Chloe says, “I had another boob job because my boobs were out of proportion. I’d made them bigger in the past, but during lockdown I lost a lot of weight, so they looked too big. I got an uplift and smaller implants, and…

While many women dream of having an hourglass figure, Sammy Wilson has taken it one step further. Her waist is now just over 15 inches when she’s in a corset and only 21 inches when she’s out of it – the average UK woman’s waist is 33 inches. It’s an incredible transformation as, up until two years ago Sammy – who used to binge on junk food and hated the way she looked – was officially obese. At 5ft 4, she weighed 13st 5lbs, and was a size 22. Now, slender Sammy weighs 8st 2lbs and wears a tiny size 4. Single mum Sammy, who has a son, Gabriel, two, says, “I love the way I look now. Some people call me a freak and say I look deformed, but…

He starred in hit US drama The Affair and now actor Dominic West has been embroiled in his own alleged infidelity scandal, after pictures emerged of him cuddling and seemingly kissing actress Lily James last week. Dominic, 51 – who is filming new TV drama The Pursuit Of Love with Lily – was photographed cosying up to the Mamma Mia 2 actress, 31, while out for lunch in Rome, and later laughing together as they looked close while riding an electric scooter. Fans were left stunned by the photos, as Dominic is married to wife-of-ten-years Catherine Fitzgerald, with whom he shares children Dora, 13, Senan, ten, nine-year-old Francis and Christabel, five. While there was speculation the couple must have secretly split prior to the photos, friends of the couple insisted…

LOVE LIFE Anna Kendrick stars in this romcom following 20-something New Yorker Darby Carter through the relationships and misadventures that will shape her life and lead her to The One. With a witty storytelling voiceover by Lesley Manville, you’ll be hooked. ON BBC IPLAYER NOW THE CROWN In this season’s instalment of the hit period drama, the hunt is on for a bride for Prince Charles (Josh O’Connor), leading to his ensuing romance with the shy Lady Diana (Emma Corrin). Watch out for their show-stopping wedding and the arrival of Princes William and Harry. NETFLIX, 15 NOV INDUSTRY A group of backstabbing graduates chase precious few jobs in London’s biggest bank as the 2008 financial crisis takes hold. This drama makes The Apprentice look tame as sex, drugs and ego…

EVERY WEEK WE BRING YOU A BRILLIANT GUEST COLUMNIST We’re halfway through Black History Month, which has been a time of celebration, learning and growth. I’m happy that progress is being made, because any progress is a step in the right direction. The foundations are being built and created – we’re seeing more people of colour in boardrooms and in higher-level roles, which we need because then it will filter down. There’s still a long way to go, but it’s nice that our voices are being heard. The conversation in the background needs to continue. Just because we’re not protesting, it shouldn’t stop progression. The biggest thing we need is reflection. We need to be able to see people in those positions on an everyday basis, to show us that…

They got engaged while Chloe was pregnant, but the coronavirus pandemic meant Chloe and Grant has to put their wedding plans on hold - but it hasn’t stopped them dreaming of their big day. “We did have the year 2022 bookmarked to get married, but my worry with COVID is that so many people will have to postpone and get married then, so it may end up being 2023,” Chloe explains. “We’d like a beach wedding abroad, with an early morning ceremony, a big pool party in the afternoon and then a nice evening meal - if people aren’t too drunk to attend!” But the guest list won’t be huge. She adds, “I don’t want it to be a huge wedding where, in five years’ time, I can’t remember who…

Welcome to cuffing season! The time of year where singles are traditionally ready to settle down into an exclusive relationship and be “cuffed” to someone else after a summer of fun flings. It’s always confused me as to why some people would only want to be in relationships during particular seasons, but this year is unlike any other. With so much uncertainty and the possibility of further local lockdowns, I’m not sure I want to be shacked up solo for another six months indoors. But it’s not as simple as me wanting a boyfriend and magically getting one. I’m learning that to change the ending to my dating narrative, it’s high time I changed the script, and by that I mean changing my own behaviour. As I’m sure most of…

GET HER LOOK OLIVIA PALERMO, 34 We’re loving the fashionista’s gorgeous tonal look here. The nude shades are classic and polished, while the shiny white heels and clutch lend a clean pop. Add a statement necklace and rose-hued make-up to complete the look. HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! MINI MONSTER MASH Dressing your little terrors has never been easier, thanks to an array of costumes on the high street. Whether it’s a subtle nod to the season with a tulle pumpkin tutu at Zara, or going all-out crazy clown at Asda, they’re sure to look spooktacular. EVERYBODY’S WEARING… MOODY BLOOMS The weather may be drab, but these celebs certainly aren’t! Dressed in head-to-toe florals, the deep hues lend a more grown-up feel to the girlie print. So whether you’re opting for a punchy…

EVERY PURCHASE DONATES A BOOK TO A CHILD IN NEED REWARDING READ A simple yet powerful book to remind your child it’s what’s on the inside that counts – ideal for bedtime reading. SUPER SCOOTER Thanks to its non-slip grip base and smooth rear brakes, this offers a fun ride for kids. Also available in pink and red. PIMPED PUMPKINS Get creative this Halloween with these pumpkin decorating stickers, including bat, spider and alphabet designs. NIFTY NATURE The whole family can enjoy this sweet leaf press. A fun and natural way to create beautiful collages and cards. EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR CLOSER READERS!* STAR BAKER Budding bakers will love this monthly subscription box, packed with recipes, ingredients and decorating equipment. LESS THAN £1! CRAFTY KIT From lizards to planes, keep little…

MUST READ Because Of You (DAWN FRENCH) In the same hospital, two very different women give birth to two very similar daughters. While Hope leaves with a beautiful baby daughter, Anna tragically goes home with empty arms. Seventeen years later, the truth starts rolling towards them all, and the power of motherly love will be tested to its very limits… This brilliant offering from the comedian-turned-novelist is a moving read that will stay with you long after you’ve finished the last page. BEST DAY OUT Forbidden Forest Cinema Who said Halloween was cancelled? Pick out your spookiest face mask and head to Pop Up Screens’ Forbidden Forest Cinema for an immersive horror sesh. Running from 23 October to 8 November at London Peckham’s sprawling Bussey Building, fright delights include A Nightmare…

Hot on the heels of her “This Smells Like My Vagina” candle range, Gwynnie launches a new face pack called “This Mask Smells Like Raspberry Yoghurt”. Yum! We’ve always admired Joseph’s coconuts – he really does have a lovely pair. JACK FOWLER… Oh but Jack, how sweet is the revenge when you offer to make them a drink and pour a little malt vinegar into it? We love a bit of sibling squabbling! AMY HART… And THIS, Amy, is the reason we’ve sensibly decided to postpone our next jogging session until at least July 2021. We’ll let you know how it goes. INSPIGRAM GEMMA MERNA Actually, Gemma, we’d be very happy for the world to change our smile. Perhaps the world could afford the £9k orthodontic work we need -…