Inhoudsopgave van Issue 1001 - Closer

It’s been 12 years since Cheryl ended her “fairytale” marriage to Ashley Cole. And following the 41-year-old former footballer’s engagement to partner Sharon Canu last week, insiders say the news has left the former Girls Aloud star, 38, with mixed emotions. Announcing their happy news on Instagram, Italian model Sharon – who shares two children with the former Chelsea star – shared a sweet snap of the couple locking lips amid a sea of white roses, captioned, “The easiest ‘yes’ I’ve ever said.” A source says, “Cheryl knew this day was coming, but it didn’t stop her feeling stung. The news sparked a deep pain of what could have been. “While she’s moved on and closed the door on that chapter, it’s still a very painful part of her life.…

‘SHE CAN’T WAIT TO TELL THEM ABOUT SOME EXCITING IDEAS SHE HAS’ Last week, Victoria Beckham was the ultimate proud mum when she saw eldest son Brooklyn finally marry his fiancée Nicola Peltz, after months of delays. No expense was spared as the couple tied the knot in the grounds of Nicola’s family’s £75 million Florida mansion, in what was dubbed the wedding of the decade. Some of the biggest names in UK and US sport, politics and showbiz attended and Posh – who also has Romeo, 19, Cruz, 17, and 10-year-old Harper with husband David – was in her element as she welcomed a new Mrs Beckham to the family. While she is excited to have Nicola as a daughter-in-law, she is also said to be thrilled that the…

CAMILA: ‘I love my body!’ Last week, chart-topping singer Camila Cabello stepped out looking gorgeous in a bikini on the beach in Miami. But despite the 25-year-old pop star – who split with fellow musician Shawn Mendes, 23, last November after two years together – admitting she felt “good” in her own skin, Camila opened up about feeling “vulnerable” in her bikini, like everyone else, and urged her fans and followers to be less concerned with how they look in a swimsuit. She told her 61m Instagram followers, “We see pictures of women and praise them for looking good, for looking fit or ‘healthy’, but what is health if you are so fixated on what your body looks like that your mental health suffers and you can’t enjoy your life?…

Senna-Michelle Clements’ body confidence used to be so low that she couldn’t bear to look in the mirror and would hide herself in baggy clothes. At 17st 4lbs and 5ft 2, she was full of anxiety about the health impacts of being overweight, and not being there for her daughters, Emilia, five, and Isla, one. So in June last year, she took a drastic step and took out a £10,000 loan to have gastric sleeve surgery. After dropping a staggering 7st – with more to go – she went on to have a breast reduction and uplift costing another £9,000. And despite having to pay back her debts, Senna, 29, has no regrets. BULLIED She says, “Surgery was the only thing that worked for me. People say it’s the easy…

I read recently that a psychologist said we shouldn’t worry about losing the spark in a relationship, as that means you have formed a deeper bond with your partner. I don’t agree with that – I’ve still got a spark with Dane after five years together and he’s my soulmate! Don’t get me wrong, there are some days where I don’t want to rip his clothes off, but that’s just because I’m tired. Our relationship has changed in the way that I don’t mind farting in front of him because I’m more relaxed and don’t have to be all dainty any more! I do think it’s really important to keep the spark alive, but since having the children and the sleepless nights, it has been harder. Now that they’re slightly…

She starred as Dot Cotton on EastEnders for over 30 years and earned herself an OBE and an MBE during her 60-year acting career. And there was an outpouring of tributes and well wishes when it emerged that actress June Brown had passed away aged 95 last week. June joined EastEnders in 1985 and starred as Dot for eight years, before leaving and rejoining again in 1997. She left the show in 2020 aged 93. And her co-stars took to social media to grieve and celebrate her life. Patsy Palmer – who played Bianca Jackson until 2014 – praised her as “professional to the core” and “so much fun to work with” in a heartfelt tribute. She added, “Such a BRILLIANT ACTRESS !!!!! YOU ARE EASTENDERS ! Such an ICON…

What is everyone so afraid of? We’ve all been rejected, all suffered a bad date and all survived being single, right? But with the conveyor belt of dates thanks to the apps, we’re all much more likely to be rejected than we are accepted and it’s left us all with emotional scars so deep we barely know how to date now. Or so I seem to be discovering. Need to rearrange a date because you’re not feeling well? Sure, someone won’t even reply to you, it’s an immediate block these days – talk about an overreaction! Don’t reply on the app for a few days, it’s an accusation you’re a time waster. Everyone is so ready to assume rejection, they see it when it doesn’t even exist. I fully appreciate…

• HAVE A CLEAROUT Removing any excess weight from your vehicle will make it cheaper to run, so have a look to see if you are junking the boot up with unnecessary clutter. • TAKE OFF THE ROOF RACK! Leaving roof bars and roof boxes on a car creates a “drag” effect. According to the Energy Saving Trust, an empty roof rack adds 16 per cent drag when driving at 75mph, while a roof box adds 39 per cent, making your vehicle much less fuel efficient. • AVOID STOP/START DRIVING Keep your eyes on the road ahead and slow down rather than come to a complete stop, whenever you safely can, as this uses less fuel. Harsh acceleration and braking uses more fuel than driving gently, so slowly roll up…

NEW SERIES 1 THE THIEF, HIS WIFE AND THE CANOE BASED ON REAL EVENTS EASTER SUN-WED 20 APR, 9PM, ITV Eddie Marsan and Monica Dolan star in this wonderful drama based on the real-life story of how John Darwin (Marsan) faked his own death to claim life insurance and avoid bankruptcy. It focuses on how John’s wife Anne (Dolan) was complicit in her husband’s deception as she started to convince everyone that he had gone missing in 2002 while canoeing. This whopping great fib (unsurprisingly) took a huge toll on Anne, who lied to their sons, Mark and Anthony, for five years while her husband secretly lived in a bedsit next door to the home he shared with Anne. Stripped over four nights, we guarantee you’ll be reeled in right…

She’s bagged a six-figure book deal to launch her own wellness guide – just a year after her fellow presenter, Holly Willoughby, ventured into the wellness world with her lifestyle platform, Wylde Moon. Announcing her new venture on Instagram last week, Tess Daly, 53, told her 802k followers, “Sometimes our lives can get so busy we forget to invest in ourselves and spend time focusing on our own health and wellbeing, so I wanted to channel that into my new book and share the simple steps I’ve learned throughout the years that have such a positive effect on how we feel!” The glowing Strictly host – who donned a T-shirt emblazoned with “wellbeing” as she showed-off her youthful complexion – then teased, “Stay tuned for more exciting news.” And insiders…

Sam Faiers and Sharon Canu have become close friends since the TOWIE favourite uprooted from Essex to Surrey two years ago – enjoying girls’ nights out, playdates with their kids and even holidays together. And pals say Sam, 31 – who’s expecting her third child with her partner, Paul Knightley – has been tasked with planning Sharon’s hen do. A source says, “Sharon and Sam are incredibly close and Sam was one of the first friends Sharon called to tell her about the proposal. She hinted to Sam that she’d be one of her bridesmaids and in charge of the hen party, which Sam was very flattered by – insisting she wouldn’t let her down. “Sharon joked that after seeing the Ibiza hen do Sam had planned for her sister,…

After two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, the UK is now facing a cost of living crisis, and with the war in Ukraine continuing to make distressing headlines, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with life. In fact, one in five UK adults says they feel stressed on more days than they don’t. But recent events mean that experiencing feelings of stress and anxiety is being talked about more than ever before, with some experts suggesting the pandemic could have finally broken down the stigma associated with mental ill-health. Chartered psychologist Kate Oliver explains, “In recent years, we’ve been overburdened with stress, and it can manifest differently in everyone – symptoms include insomnia, poor memory and digestive issues. “Some people turn to alcohol to cope, which isn’t a good idea. But…

Earlier this year, Katie Price – who has undergone over 20 cosmetic procedures, and recently had her 15th boob job – announced to her 2.7 million Instagram followers that she plans to do an aesthetics course, training her in how to administer lip filler and Botox. “You guys know I have been everywhere to do Botox, lips, all sorts of things, and I have finally found the perfect place where I want to train, ” she revealed. The former model, who experts have warned may be “addicted” to surgery, is the latest in a line of celebrities and reality TV stars who have had training in injectables. Former TOWIE star Lauren Goodger went on a four-day course in 2019 to learn how to cosmetically enhance lips, cheeks and the jaw…

JAC & DAN’S ‘FRESH START’ AND NEW WEDDING PLANS Their five-year marriage has been dogged by controversy, brief splits and cheating allegations. But insiders say that Dan Osborne and Jacqueline Jossa seem happier than ever, and are planning a second wedding. Sources say the couple – who married in 2017 – have made the decision to renew their vows, telling pals lockdown “brought them closer together”. “Dan and Jacqueline have had a roller-coaster five years since getting married, ” a source says. “They have been forced to publicly deny they were about to get divorced. But all of that is in the past and Jacqueline and Danny have never been closer. The calmness of lockdown allowed them time together and has made them see what matters and that’s each other…

She vowed to transform her health and fitness for good when she turned 40 last year, but Tanya Bardsley admits she’s since gone one step further by deciding to give up alcohol. The ex-Real Housewives Of Cheshire star says she went to a “dark place” after her mental health plummeted because of booze, and says going sober at the start of this year has given her a new lease of life. Tanya tells Closer, “There’s a massive sober movement going on now because people are seeing alcohol for what it is. It’s expensive, overrated and a depressant. If you’re feeling low or have any kind of mental health problem, it’s like pouring ethanol onto an open fire. I realised I just wanted to be happy and healthy, and alcohol was…

LUCY ’S FRIDGE • Fromage frais • Vegan mayo • Kimchi • Pickled onions • Vegan chocolate puddings • Sausages • Cucumber • Ham • Mustard • Vegan cheese sauce • Sacla tomato sauce • Vegan cheese slices • Tomatoes • Tofu • Vegan pie • Vegan steaks • Vegan burgers • Celery • Broccoli • Mixed salad • Cider • Ale • Oat milk LUCY How much do you spend per week? Between £75-£100 for me, my husband [comedian Jon Richardson] and our daughter Elsie, but it varies. If we’ve been working a lot we’ll have more takeaways, or if we’re at home, we’ll rely on a veg box order. Describe your daily diet... Jon follows a vegan diet, and I do when he’s around, but occasionally I’ll cheat…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Ever find yourself wide awake at 3am worrying about whether you are about to lose your job or if you inadvertently upset your friend earlier? One in four women struggles with insomnia, and anxiety tends to play a role. Worries always seem bigger at night because of the relative isolation, quiet and the absence of distractions. Hormonal changes can also be at play, as when you are stressed your brain creates too much cortisol, which inhibits sleep. There are lots of strategies you can use to overcome this problem. At least two hours before you go to bed, have a hot bath and ideally burn some essential oils such as lavender or camomile. Research has shown that…

EMMERDALE’S NATALIE ANN JAMIESON ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND DANCING GIVES ME A HUGE LIFT... My boyfriend Ali plays guitar and we love music so we have a lot of fun doing karaoke and dancing around the house. I also do The Body Coach exercises as I have the app on my phone. ESSENTIAL OILS ARE REALLY SOOTHING... I have a Neom diffuser, which is great as you can choose different oils to either de-stress or energise. I also have scented candles around my house. It really makes a difference to how you feel. GETTING OUT INTO NATURE IS THE BEST WAY TO FEEL GOOD... We have open country nearby so we go for really long walks. And at work, we’re surrounded by the Yorkshire Dales,…

IN THE NEWS The high street is booming with celeb collaborations at the moment – all filled with enough pretty floral prints and dreamy dresses to last you to the end of summer. Time to take some style inspiration from the stars… LAURA WHITMORE MOST LOVED, OASIS Oasis’ all-new edit with Laura Whitmore is a 30-piece collection with statement prints, classic cuts and the right amount of glamour. Available to shop now online, the collection is priced from £39, in sizes 6-18. RIVER ISLAND DRESSES TO GO, FEATURING CHLOE LEWIS This 10-piece summer dress range has been curated by model and TV personality Chloe Lewis, offering covetable dresses for every occasion. Available online, in sizes 6-18, it’ll kit you out for every RSVP in your calendar. LITTLE MISTRESS BY VOGUE…

CALMING OATS Not just good for porridge, oats are also brilliantly calming on sensitive skin. Rich in antioxidants, the natural grain has long been used to soothe irritation and strengthen the skin’s barrier and work equally well on hair. After shampooing, rake this leavein conditioner through strands, then dry and style as normal – no need to rinse! It left our locks shiny and feeling strong. GARNIER NO RINSE CONDITIONER IN DELICATE OAT £6.99 CONDITIONING CAMELLIA OIL Plant-based camellia oil is filled with fatty acids and vitamins that condition and smooth hair, fighting frizz and flyaways. Percy & Reed clearly got the memo, as they’ve launched a new blow-dry cream, which harnesses all the goodness from the oil to keep your tresses silky smooth. Rub a small amount through damp…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Remember when you were little, you were encouraged to use your imagination? No dream was too far-fetched. What happened? If you’re tired, you’re more likely just uninspired. Get back in touch with your dreams. What can you do to make them happen? THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN ARIES 21 MAR-19 APR This week brings a Full Moon in your Love Zone, so it’s time to turn the corner in at least one important relationship. Let any past upsets go and move on. Instead of worrying about others, use this week to take time out for yourself. Meditate and contemplate. Visit www.yasmindboland.com for your daily horoscopes TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY You’ve got lucky stars this week (and frankly, they’ve been a long time coming!). Expect…

PR guru and pop culture expert Nick Ede says, “The wellness market is popular and saturated, but that’s because there’s a huge appetite for it. Holly and Tess are both great ambassadors for this type of thing because they both look fantastic, they are working mothers and people feel they know them as they see them on TV weekly. Their audience is women who want to look good and feel good, and they want to find out more about the ways Holly and Tess live their lives. “The ‘relatability’ angle is 100 per cent what draws people to the wellness guru trend. Those who promote that can be a little bit preachy, so household names like Tess make it much more appealing and accessible. “I think some of the people…

They caused shockwaves when they moved to LA in March 2020 and then left their positions as royals just under a year later, but it seems Harry and Meghan are keen to keep some ties to the UK. According to a source, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex want to rekindle their friendship with the Beckhams after their dream of having a circle of A-list friends hasn’t quite gone to plan. SUPPORT A source close to the ex-royal couple tells Closer, “Meghan and Harry are well aware of who’s saying what about them within high-profile social circles, and they’ve really appreciated how kind and discreet Victoria and David have been in recent years. There hasn’t been the opportunity to hang out as often as they’d have liked, mainly due to…

When Tom Parker, from successful boyband The Wanted, tragically died from an inoperable brain tumour aged just 33 on 30 March, messages of condolences poured in for his children Aurelia, two, and Bodhi, one, and his wife Kesley, who revealed that their “hearts are broken”. The family have since set up a GoFundMe donation page in Tom’s memory and have been “overwhelmed” by the support they’ve received. Vicky Anning, communications manager at WAY Widowed and Young, says, “Being widowed at a young age is a devastating experience, and dealing with the grief of young children on top of your own bereavement is heartbreaking too. You can feel incredibly isolated, even with friends and family around you. That’s why it’s so important to reach out and talk to other people who…

LUCY: ‘We have 15 names’ Having announced her pregnancy last November, Lucy Mecklenburgh won’t have long to wait until her new daughter arrives! Her second child with fiancé Ryan Thomas is due in the next few weeks. “Our baby girl is due in late spring – we can’t wait, ” she said. The former TOWIE star, 30, and ex Coronation Street star Ryan, 37, started dating in 2017 after appearing together on The Island With Bear Grylls. They got engaged in 2019 and had son Roman in March 2020 – Ryan also has 13-year-old daughter Scarlett with his ex, actress Tina O’Brien. While they instantly connected with their little boy’s name, the couple are more uncertain about what to call their daughter. “We have a list of 15 names. We…

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DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK Will Smith famously slapped Oscars host Chris Rock for mocking his wife Jada Pinkett Smith’s hair loss, but I don’t think we should leap to the conclusion that you can’t use humour in relation to health. We obviously shouldn’t ridicule people, but I have seen that some of my patients find it valuable to use humour when living with a condition. However, it has to come from them. DON’T MAKE FUN On Embarrassing Bodies we had a section where someone would talk about their condition, and they always made little jokes – it was an important part of them living with it. The big difference is that it was them joking – not someone else. If being…

I have never smacked my children, because as a child I was occasionally smacked and the only thing it ever did was invoke a sense of terror. I believe that a parent should represent a place of safety for their kids. Boundaries are required but, in my opinion, these should never include violence. TAKE A MINUTE No studies have shown that smacking has a positive impact on behaviour, but countless ones have found that it can increase bad behaviour. Shouting or hitting tends to come from a reactive emotional place that has been building, so try to notice when your temper is becoming frayed and take a step back. More often than not, your kids aren’t the whole problem – you may be stressed about work, overwhelmed by life, or…

CHEERS BIG EARS Zilch time to craft for the kids’ Easter Bonnet parade? Fear not, we have you covered with these pretty bunny ears. HOMEMADE HUNT Complete with novelty glasses, wooden signs and egg cases, this hunt kit will keep them busy – just add chocolate eggs. DOZENS OF DOODLES Twelve gorgeously illustrated eggs ready for tots to personalise with their fave colour felt tips – which are included. STICHED UP Keep crafty fingers busy over the Easter break with this crossstitch kit – complete with templates, needle and thread. TOO CUTE TO HANDLE! This adorable wicker basket can be used year-on-year for little ones to collect treats from the Easter Bunny. STACKS OF FUN Baby’s first Easter? Treat a new niece or nephew to hours of fun with these…

MUST READ Memphis (TARA M. STRINGFELLOW) Joan was only a child the last time she visited Memphis. Now she climbs the porch steps to the house where her mother grew up – a house full of history. Fifty years ago, Hazel’s husband was lynched by his all-white police squad yet she made a life for herself and her daughters in the majestic house he built for them. Now this house is the only place Joan has left and while she can’t change her family’s past, she can create her future... We couldn’t put this brilliant book down. BEST DAY OUT Monopoly Lifesized Situated on London’s Tottenham Court Road, the iconic board game Monopoly has been supersized and now you can play in this immersive 4D experience. Take part in teams…

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He might not be able to see where he’s going, but Cruz Beckham’s handiwork means he’ll never lose his new sunnies. Jade Thirlwall’s latest disguise hasn’t got us fooled! We’d know those gleaming gnashers anywhere! We totes understand, Jenny – we’ve just eaten the entire contents of our snack cupboard and now we’re in a complete carb coma. Quite right too, Rylan. Next time, don’t forget about swings for the foxes, slides for the badgers and hammocks for the beavers! Yes, Emilia Clarke, we miss Games of Thrones too, but “mother of tiny plastic dragons” just doesn’t have the same ring… The changeable weather has meant we’ve been struggling to know what to wear… but Rita’s bikini and woolly hat combo is the perfect solution. It’s a bit early for…