Life & Style Weekly February 26, 2024

The announcement sent shock waves through the United Kingdom. On Feb. 5, Buckingham Palace revealed that King Charles III has cancer. “During [his] recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted,” read a statement. “Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer. His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties.” According to an insider, Charles, 75, was “taken aback” by the diagnosis and reportedly told sons Prince William and Prince Harry the devastating news himself. Though they’ve been estranged, Harry, 39, flew into London the day after news broke, while Meghan Markle, 42, remained in Montecito, Calif., with their children, Archie, 4, and Lilibet, 2. “The healing between…

What not to expect when you’re expecting! Sofia Richie and husband Elliot Grainge, 30, were in the middle of renovating their new home when the 25-year-old model found out she was pregnant with their first child. There was a silver lining, though. “Because of that, I was able to fully customize the room,” says Sofia, who is due to give birth to a daughter this summer. “I’ve had a lot of fun playing with pastel pinks. Really bringing to life a little girl fantasy within a nursery.” Like the mom-to-be’s personal style, baby’s room will have a timeless yet understated look. “Vintage pieces are a must, as well as lots of wood and unexpected artwork,” says a source. “Sofia’s been having so much fun decorating. She can’t wait to start…

Baby, baby, baby steps! One year after canceling his Justice World Tour due to health concerns, Justin Bieber returned to the stage on Feb. 1, performing a surprise concert for fans at the Drew House x Toronto Maple Leafs party in Canada. “Justin has spent the past year working on himself and has received so much support,” shares a source. “He loved performing again and had a great time. It made him excited for the future.” In late January, the “Never Say Never” singer, 29, posted a series of photos from the recording studio, sparking speculation that a new album is in the works. “Justin feels like he is ready to start putting stuff out again,” reveals the source. “He wants to take it easy on himself, though, because he…

How’s she doin’? Not good. In the trailer for Lifetime’s new two-part documentary Where Is Wendy Williams?, the former talk show host, 59, declares she has “no money” after Wells Fargo Bank froze her assets in 2022. She’s also confronted with a nearly empty vodka bottle. “Did you drink this whole thing today?” someone asks her. “It’s sad. Wendy went from being this outspoken, lively character, ready to take on the world, to becoming a shell of the person she once was,” frets a source. Though Wendy is determined to return to TV — “All I know is how to be famous,” she says — her 23-year-old son, Kevin Hunter Jr., who’s interviewed in the documentary, warns: “My mom has done a great job making it seem like everything is…

He’s not ready for it! At the Grammys, while accepting the award for Best Pop Vocal Album, Taylor Swift announced that she’s got a new collection of songs coming out — and fans of the singer, 34, are convinced that she is set to tell all on ex Joe Alwyn within the lyrics. Taylor has already dropped tons of clues that point that way, starting with the name of the album, The Tortured Poets Department, which is an apparent dig at the “Tortured Man Club” group chat that the British actor, 33, is in with Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott. The 17-song track list is seemingly littered with references to their failed relationship, too. For instance, “But Daddy I Love Him” is a line from The Little Mermaid, the 1989…

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY DUA LIPA debuted her new single, “Training Season,” on the Crypto.com Arena stage. “What a night,” said the singer. “Still coming down from all the excitement.” PRESSING PAWS LA, Jan. 31 Dancing With the Stars pro SASHA FARBER and his pups, Ruby and Grinch, took a moment to rest during their sun-filled stroll. CANINE COMPANION Surfside, Fla., Feb. 1 A makeup-free GISELE BÜNDCHEN stepped out for some fresh air with her German shepherd. WHAT A HOOT! Feb. 4 SALMA HAYEK’s pet owl rested on her head. HORSING AROUND Cave Creek, Ariz., Feb. 3 “Couples who cowboy together…” MIRANDA LAMBERT captioned this snap of herself and hubby BRENDAN MCLOUGHLIN celebrating their fifth wedding anniversary on the trails. BOLD CHOICE NYC, Jan. 31 DEMI LOVATO belted out “Heart…