Table of contents for 31 January 2017 in Closer

The question used to be: “Does my bum look big in this?” Now it’s: “Does my bum look big ENOUGH in this?” That’s why implants, fillers and non-surgical lifts are such big business. This week, we’ve investigated the startling celebinspired mega bum trend. On page 11, we’ve spoken to Apryl Brown, who horrifically lost her limbs after being injected with bathroom sealant. It’s a shocking reminder that you MUST do your research before going under the knife. Or better still, stick with squats and Spanx. After all, when it comes to bums, flat could be the new fat next season.…

His Instagram page is packed with snaps of celebs undergoing his “non-surgical bum lifts”, with impressive before and after photos. And Shane Cooper – whose clients include Jordan, Ferne McCann, Casey Batchelor, Bianca Gascoigne and Vogue Williams – says he’s seen a huge boom in people wanting the “bubble butt” look. Shane says: “People used to want the slim catwalk look, but now it’s all about this healthy, curvy figure with a big booty. The Kardashians have had a lot to do with it. “I also get a lot of people who are self-conscious about cellulite, drooping skin, or just want their bum lifted.” Shane previously worked as a mental health therapist, but invested in a LipoFirm Pro machine and underwent several weeks of training. He claims the machine uses…

She’s no stranger to reality TV, having made her name on The Hills (alongside brother Spencer and his wife Heidi), CBB and Made In Chelsea . And after Spencer and Heidi were nominated for eternal eviction last week, Stephanie, 30, told Closer at the Debrett’s 500 Gala that she was upset. “I hate seeing Spencer sad,” she said. “I want to give him a big hug and tell him: ‘This isn’t the real world.’ My sisterly love really comes out and I feel protective of him.” As for her MIC co-star Binky Felstead’s pregnancy news with on/off boyfriend Josh “JP” Patterson, Steph gushed: “Everyone is so happy! When we’re filming we’re all just smiling. Binky tells us all these [pregnancy] facts she’s learnt!”…

Her life is never far from drama and last week Stephanie Davis faced fresh ridicule when former Geordie Shore star Marnie Simpson appeared to make light of recent speculation over the identity of Steph’s baby’s father – and even implied her former CBB housemate, Scotty T, could be the dad. Marnie recently revealed in a magazine column: “I’m glad Stephanie Davis has safely given birth. I can’t wait for Jeremy McConnell to take a paternity test. Imagine if he isn’t the father! I heard that Scotty T might be the dad.” Scotty T responded by Tweeting a picture of Darth Vader with the caption “I am you farther [sic].” BEING ‘MOCKED’ Marnie’s taunt came a week after it was reported Ex On The Beach’s Joshua Ritchie could be the father,…

Her time on Celebrity Big Brother may have been short-lived after her shock eviction two weeks ago, but Chloe Ferry has certainly made a lasting impact. As she entered the house a week into the show, the 21-year-old Geordie Shore star brought with her a tsunami of shock value, with her sexual antics and drunken behaviour. She quickly dominated headlines, flashing her bottom and gyrating on a plastic dog as she made her X-rated entrance, saying: “If you’re horny you can just grind your cli*t on this.” Chloe went on to make repeated attempts to kiss reluctant housemate Calum Best – even trying to get into bed with him. The following day, she was so hungover she fell asleep in the diary room. LEFT RED-FACED But despite her bubbly persona…

It’s been a tough start to the year for 1D’s Louis Tomlinson, 25, who’s rumoured to have split from his girlfriend just weeks after his mum’s tragic death. But sources say he “just wants to have some fun” now. A source says: “He’s had an incredibly tough time after losing his mum, and while he’s got commitments as a father, he’s keen to get a little bit of the old Louis back.” Louis’ mother, Johannah, 43, died on 7 December after a long battle with leukaemia. Louis was then said to have split with actress Danielle Campbell, 21, after she was reportedly seen holding hands with Gregg Sulkin, Bella Thorne’s ex. A source adds “Louis knows there was nothing in the stories about Danielle and Greg. However, he doesn’t want…

LOUISE ABELA, 31, TOOK PART IN THE WOMEN’S MARCH IN LONDON. SHE SAYS: “I don’t know how anyone can say Trump is a person who respects or even likes women. For decades, women have been fighting for their rights, and Trump seems intent on rewinding the clock. In his first week in office he reinstated the “global gag” rule by denying foreign aid to groups offering abortion counselling. To me, this says everything about the man. He seems determined to take choice away from women. His entire campaign picks on anyone who is not a white middle-class man. He’s been accused of sexual harassment, but just laughs it off. He’s a disgusting, misogynistic man and I’m horrified he’s in power. Trump also seems ready to rip up many of the…

£33K On a white Audi TT for my mum. It’s the second car I’ve bought her, but she does a lot for me so deserves it. £200 On a pair of Kurt Geiger boots for my sister Giovanna’s birthday. £50 On a jumper. I love shopping, but I’m trying to calm it down as I’m going on holiday soon. £345 On a pair of Balenciaga trainers. I have over 200 pairs of trainers – they’re my weakness. £6K On a holiday to Santorini in Greece this June. Becky’s always wanted to go.…

She quit Coronation Street five years ago after suffering with anxiety, but now Helen Flanagan is returning a happy, healthy and content mother. Reprising her role as hellraiser Rosie Webster, the actress – once a regular face on the Manchester party scene – says life couldn’t be more different. Far from the scantily clad glamour girl she was, Helen, mum to 19-month-old Matilda with Celtic footballer Scott Sinclair, 27, says she spends her time dressed down with barely a scrap of make-up on. “It changes you, being a mum,” she reveals. “It gives you perspective, matures you, gives you more of a purpose and it’s made me a lot happier.” FAMILY TIME Before, Helen lived in Alderley Edge in Cheshire – notorious as WAG central – and enjoyed hitting the…

Josie admits she’s up against some stiff competition on this year’s show, but the plucky star – who won Big Brother in 2010 – says she might pull off another win. “Big Brother was a walk in the park in comparison to this,” admits Josie. “I thought it would be a lot easier, and I know it sounds horrible, but you see people like Arg [TOWIE’s James “Arg” Argent competed last year] and you think, ‘If he can, I’ll definitely be able to.’ “This year there are all these Olympians; the biggest competition is [gymnast] Louis Smith and [Paralympic champion] Kadeena Cox has got no fear – she is just brilliant at everything! [Cyclist] Sir Bradley Wiggins is hustling everybody at the moment, he tells us all these horror stories…

Injuries have always overshadowed romances on The Jump – but with so many male athletes competing, Welsh rugby star Gareth Thomas reckons the female celebs are using their womanly charms to try to get an advantage. He smiles: “The girls are flirting with the guys in a way to make them weak so they think, ‘I’ll let her win this time as she’s a nice person.’ “There’s this flirtatious side to everybody, and there’s a lot of competitiveness and peacocks walking around fluffing their feathers! But we’re having fun. To say you’ve competed against some of these amazing sportspeople is phenomenal. They want to test their limits and hearing about people getting injured intrigues them rather than scares them off.” However Gareth, 42, who revealed he was gay in 2009…

ACCEPT HELP “When Evie was really little, Kelvin was at work and she wouldn’t stop crying. My neighbour came round and asked: ‘Do you want me to hold her for 10 minutes?’ All I managed to do was sterilise some bottles in that time but I was so grateful. Accept all the help you can get!” NURTURE YOUR RELATIONSHIP “It’s so easy to forget the things that made you happy before and put everything into parenting – but don’t forget your relationship!” GET OUT “Do the classes, meet other mums and get out of the house for some fresh air. It’s good for your body and mind.” TRUST YOUR FAMILY “If you want an hour away, or even a night away, don’t be scared to ask the grandparents or relations…

AMY: ‘ Binky and I should do a baby reality TV show!’ She announced her pregnancy in November last year, but as well as her new arrival, Amy Childs is looking forward to baby play dates with her friend Made In Chelsea’s Binky Felstead, who shocked fans when she announced her pregnancy last month. Former TOWIE star Amy, 26, was one of the first to congratulate her on Twitter and she tells Closer at the NTAs that they can’t wait for motherhood. Amy says: “I rang Binky as soon as I found out she was pregnant to congratulate her. She’ll be an amazing mum – we’ll be pushing our prams around London together and our babies can have play dates.” Amy – who left TOWIE in 2011 – revealed she’d…

Stacey Solomon, 27, vs Sam Quek, 28 It’s the nightmare moment every celebrity hopes will never happen to them, but singer Stacey and hockey star Sam were all smiles on the red carpet in this glitzy Jessica Rabbit-style dress. Stacey styled hers with a gorgeous glitzy necklace, loose wavy locks and bright red lips, while Sam went jewellery-free and barefaced to let the super- sparkly dress do the talking. VERDICT Both girls look incredible, but we’re won over by Stacey’s glam red lips and sexy wavy locks. More is more in this case, so she takes the style crown.…

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TV’s Sarah Willingham reveals how to take control of your finances & make the most of your cash “I’m a freelance early years consultant and earn £25k a year – I spend a lot on petrol because I need to travel for my job. I live in Wiltshire with my 17-year-old son Callum. Last year I decided to build a single-storey extension and got a fixed-price quote of £65k from a builder. I paid £10k upfront and then in instalments. I’d already given him £51k when he asked for a further £23k – way over his original quote – despite having done hardly any work. I refused to pay so he left that day and told me he wouldn’t finish the job. He says he’s done £58k’s worth of work,…

What’s your biggest fear? If someone standing near me tells me they’re going to be sick – that freaks me out. Ever had a near-death experience? I was flying home from the Shanghai Championships in 2014 when a fire broke out on board. They had to offload the fuel from the plane and carry out an emergency landing in Siberia – it was pretty scary. What animal would you be and why? I love both monkeys and dolphins. Perhaps I could be half of each – a molphin? Who was your first kiss? It was with a girl called Jessica Holt, in year 2. What’s your proudest achievement? Winning my first Olympic medal in London in 2012. • Tom’s lifestyle book Tom’s Daily Plan ( £16.99) is out now…

LATEST HOME VIEWING The Girl On The Train Emily Blunt plays Rachel, an alcoholic divorcee who wakes up with a fuzzy head and bruises the morning after a local girl goes missing. While trying to figure out what happened that night, she quickly gets caught up in a tangled web that will keep you guessing right to the end… ALSO OUT: • StorksThe beaky birds have moved on from delivering babies to delivering gadgets and urgent packages – that is, until the baby-making machine gets accidentally switched on again! This animated comedy will have you laughing just as much as the little ones from start to finish. Great for all the family. DON’T MISS FLICK Gold After losing all his money and his home, unlucky businessman Kenny Wells (Matthew McConaughey)…

1 HOW TO GET FIT FAST USEFUL EXERCISING TIPS TUE 7 FEB, 8PM, C4 January might be all but over but we’re still slaves to all things diet and exercise. In this, Anna Richardson helps us to decide what the most effective form of workout really is. Yoga, running, “bulking and shredding” (eh?), it’s all here – along with stuff about diet and improving fitness levels. Useful, and great inspiration for getting back on the New Year health kick. 2 PARENTING FOR IDIOTS FUNNY CELEB ANECDOTES THU 9 FEB, 10PM, C4 We hear about Danny Dyer’s pain as he attempted to build a doll's house for his kids, and Jonathan Ross recounts the hell of a soft play centre. Lauren Laverne has some handy advice about chucking out children’s “art”…

‘He’s told Lauren she’s the only one for him’ She spoke candidly about starting a family with Joey Morrison again last week – but insiders say just hours before talking about her boyfriend on TV, Lauren Goodger discovered an email about his past had been circulated by an alleged ex. In the email, the ex makes a number of unsubstantiated claims that Joey, 30, enjoyed short-lived flings with a number of famous women – including glamour models, a Babestation porn star and TV stars Danielle Lloyd, Bianca Gascoigne and Lauren Pope – before he started his 18-year prison sentence for drug dealing offences. It is also stated that Joey has a 10-year-old daughter with another ex-girlfriend. NEW SCANDAL Responding to the claims, Lauren Pope’s spokesperson denied Lauren dated Joey, while…

After posting an Instagram photo of her having a nonsurgical bum treatment with Shane Cooper last month, Ferne McCann showed off the results at the National Television Awards in a figure-hugging dress. Now Ferne exclusively tells Closer that she’s thrilled with the results. The TV presenter, 26, says: “I wanted a bit of extra help in that area and now I love my new bigger bum! I’m really happy with it and I feel more confident. I want to look bootylicious in my bikini this summer! “I also made a new year’s resolution to go to the gym more, eat clean and cut back on alcohol. I wanted to have the treatment and sort out my lifestyle so I could get the best results possible.” Last August Ferne, who will…

Mum-of-one Heidi Faulkner, 37, from Cheshunt, Herts, had a bum lift in 2014. She says: “I lost 7st in three years with a gastric band and was left with saggy skin around my bum. I booked to have surgery in Prague as it was cheaper than in the UK and the company seemed reputable. But, after the two-hour op, I was left with two scars across my bum cheeks, which looked like shark bites. I asked the surgeons to correct it, but they said it would look better after the swelling had eased. It didn’t. Back home, I wanted to sue, but couldn’t afford it, then in July 2015, a surgeon offered to help me for free. I had fat from my hips and knees injected into my bum to…

They’ve grown close in the CBB house, but the whirlwind romance between footballer Jamie O’Hara and model Bianca Gascoigne hit a rocky patch last week when it was revealed she had a secret boyfriend. Despite Jamie, 30, having told Bianca that he loved her, he admitted he was “p****d off” to find out about her secret relationship with cage fighter CJ Meeks. Last week, CJ – who Bianca’s allegedly been dating since August – was seen looking emotional at an Essex pub as he scrolled through pictures of her kissing Jamie O’Hara in bed. Meanwhile, as Bianca, 30, tried to make amends with Jamie – who has three children with ex-wife Danielle Lloyd – by telling him: “I’ve never felt like this in my life,” her friend Lizzie Cundy tells…

Hayley* was 22 when she received a prison sentence for sending abusive Twitter messages. She says: “I started trolling because I was insecure and took it out on someone else. I’d been drinking heavily when I sent abusive messages to a public figure using an anonymous account. I’d seen other people posting horrible things, so I thought it was OK to join the crowd. The next day I felt awful, but it was only a month later, when my Tweet was reported, that the reality of what I had done sunk in. “Since coming out of jail I’ve also been trolled online – but I deserved it. I still have social media accounts, but I’m very careful about what I post. I’m truly sorry for what I did.”…

Their transatlantic romance has dominated the headlines since they got together a year ago – with Liam Payne committed to working on his debut album in LA, while Cheryl is rumoured to be close to giving birth in the UK. And shockingly, Liam hit the headlines last week when he narrowly avoided a gunman who opened fire outside the club he was partying in. The One Direction star was at the Peppermint Club in West Hollywood when a man who’d been denied entry took out a gun and fired shots in the car park outside. SAFETY WORRIES While Liam was unharmed, insiders say the incident left Cheryl deeply shaken. A source reveals: “She’s been finding it hard enough with the pressures of a long-distance relationship and was really worried when…

Justin Stebbing, professor of Cancer Medicine and Oncology at Imperial College, says: “In my 25-year career in oncology I’ve never seen anyone who does really well without conventional therapy. There are very rare cases, less than one in a 1,000, where people have weird immune responses that aren’t understood and do have spontaneous regressions. “People need to feel in control of their lives, and disease makes people out of control. But I’m happy to see alternative therapies being used alongside conventional therapy. I work with some amazing complementary practitioners, but the key is they work with me, not against me. “Not having conventional treatment is dangerous because people are depriving themselves of the best chance of survival and having a good quality of life. People who choose solely alternative therapies…

He’s a well-known Lothario, making headlines in his 20s for his mad partying and infamous womanising, so it was no surprise when he caught the eye of Jasmine Waltz , Chloe Ferry and Jessica Cunningham in Celebrity Big Brother . But Calum Best admits that his traumatic history, growing up with his alcoholic dad – football legend George Best, who died in 2005 – and living a life in the spotlight, has left him feeling alone and turning to drink, drugs and women to deal with his past. Talking on Channel 5’s In Therapy show this week, Calum admits: “I’ve had to listen to what a legend my father was, but I have a different experience that was s**t. I was a young lad desperate for emotion and he would…

After rapper Drake was spotted in an Amsterdam restaurant with porn star Rosee Divine while on tour, his girlfriend Jennifer Lopez has told pals he was just having dinner with a friend and that she doesn’t feel threatened. J-Lo, 47 – who has eight-year-old twins Max and Emme with her ex Marc Anthony – appeared to confirm her romance with Drake, 30, in December, after they were spotted together on a number of dates. They then spent New Year’s Eve together at Drake’s concert in Las Vegas. A source says: “When Jennifer saw the photos, she didn’t fly off into a jealous rage. It’s early days with Drake but she trusts him implicitly. If he wants to have dinner with a female friend, then he can. She doesn’t want to…

As the first political leader to meet the new US President, Prime Minister Theresa May was urged last week to stand up to Donald Trump following a series of misogynistic comments during his campaign. It followed hundreds of women’s protest marches around the world against the US President, who made headlines for sexist and racist outbursts while running for office. He was also accused of sexually assaulting women, something he denied. The PM, who had described Trump’s vile comments about grabbing women “by the pussy” as “unacceptable,” was urged by politicians and women’s rights campaigners to challenge his views on women as the two met to discuss a post-Brexit trade deal as Closer went to press. Here, expert psychologist Emma Kenny analyses some of Trump’s comments – some dating back…

‘I was thrilled to find out we were both having girls’ When Sarah Collick gave birth five weeks prematurely to a baby girl, the last thing on her mind was resting. Instead, just five hours later, she was at her daughter Leia Chegwidden’s side, as she gave birth to Sarah’s granddaughter. Stay-at-home mum Sarah, 37, and Leia, 18, are now proud mums to their daughters, Harmony and Lovaya, both born last December. Leia, from Cornwall, split from Lovaya’s father when she was two months pregnant as he wasn’t ready to be a dad. But she’s now in a new relationship with Zac Rowe, 20, who she’d been friends with for years – and says: “Mum was so supportive throughout my pregnancy and I was thrilled when we found out we…

“I WAKE UP EARLY WITH MY GIRLFRIEND BECKY and we eat breakfast together. She’ll have Coco Pops, but I eat a pre-workout breakfast of scrambled eggs and prawns. I’LL HEAD TO THE GYM AT 8AM. I do an hour’s worth of cardio – usually on the running machine – then an hour of weights. I’m training for a charity rowing challenge, so I’m working hard. AFTER THE GYM, I HEAD TO MY SISTER GIOVANNA’S HOUSE. I love hanging out with my nephews [Buzz, two, and Buddy, 11 months, her children with McFly’s Tom Fletcher]. Buzz loves my Range Rover so we’ll sit in it for an hour dancing to McFly and pressing buttons. The ignition will be off so it’s freezing, but he loves it . I HAVE A WORK…

NOVEMBER 2012 She had regular meltdowns on I’m A Celeb in 2012, arguing with her camp mates as she became the first celeb to do five trials without winning a single meal. She was voted off the show in seventh place. JULY 2013 Despite saying she hated being seen as a “brainless airhead with big boobs,” Helen shared selfies showing off her E-cup chest, and was subsequently voted FHM’s Sexiest Woman In The UK in 2013. NOVEMBER 2013 After quitting Corrie in 2012, Helen was seen falling out of clubs in London and Manchester. In November 2013, she was carried out of a club and Tweeted the next day about being “carried to my room.”…

She has hit the headlines for her roller-coaster love life after her brief marriage to Westlife singer Brian McFadden and a fling with actor Laurence Fox – but now single Vogue Williams tells Closer she’s feeling broody. Vogue admits: “I don’t think I’d get married again. It’s not on the top of my list any more. I’d love to have a baby before I marry again. Especially now I have a niece! She makes me broody. I am dying to have kids – I can’t wait. But it will happen when it happens – when the time is right.” SINGLE AND HAPPY The Irish model and TV presenter, 31, who stars in C4’s The Jump, married Brian, 36, in Florence, Italy, in 2012. In July 2015, they announced their separation…

‘I don’t think she was clever enough to plan the kidnap’ When nine-year-old Shannon Matthews disappeared on 19 February 2008, it sparked a 24-day police hunt. Moorside council estate – where she lived in Dewsbury, Yorkshire – was left reeling, and the close-knit community rallied together to search tirelessly for the little girl, with many fearing the worst. But an even bigger shockwave followed. Far from being kidnapped by an opportunistic stranger as the public believed, her own mother, Karen Matthews, now 41, had plotted her disappearance. And Shannon had been sedated and, it’s believed, tied up at a flat belonging to her boyfriend’s uncle, Michael Donovan, 48 . Donovan later said he was hoping to share the £50,000 reward money with Karen. Instead, they were both sentenced to eight…

IN THE NEWS GET READY FOR LOVE Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with your other half – or Gal-entine’s with your besties – get ready for the most romantic night of the year with New Look’s latest drop. From luxe-feel dresses and hero accessories to gorgeous lingerie and super-chic beauty buys, we’ve fallen head-over-heels for their date-night collection. So whether you’re dropping not-so-subtle gift hints to the love of your life, or just fancy treating yourself, make New Look your go-to for all you need to look (and feel) fabulous in February. To help you create the perfect hot-date look, we’re offering 10 lucky readers the chance to win a £100 New Look gift card each. Who needs Cupid? WIN! WE’RE GIVING AWAY 10 X £100 NEW LOOK GIFT CARDS.…

SERIOUSLY SLEEK Pixie Lott, 26 Black doesn’t always have to mean boring, as Pixie proves in this sleek cutout shoulder-style frock. We love the fluted hem. WELL ALL WHITE Michelle Keegan, 29 Clean, classic, with a modern twist, Michelle’s angelic number is seriously chic. Extra style points for the box clutch. BLOOMING GOOD Rochelle Humes, 27 Rochelle proves bump dressing doesn’t have to be frumpy in this off-the-shoulder navy number with embellished cape-like sleeves! PRETTY IN PINK Holly Willoughby, 35 The curvy TV presenter looks ah-mazing in this figure-hugging pink number with embellished detail. Stunning! LESS IS MORE Lacey Turner, 28 This simple and sophisticated frock looks fab. The ruffle trim and vintage- inspired accessories channelled a touch of Chanel. GLITZY WINNER Kym Marsh, 40 Kym’s white and gold combo…

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She rose to fame as a supermodel in the ’90s, gracing countless magazine covers and catwalks, and was once dubbed the sexiest woman in the world. Fast-forward 20 years and Caprice Bourret looks as incredible as ever. But, refreshingly, the model-turned-entrepreneur – who is set to appear on C4’s The Jump – admits staying in shape isn’t easy. Caprice, 45, tells Closer: “Your body changes after you have kids and you have to work harder at staying slim. I like my waistline but my butt has always been a problem area; I’d love to be taller and stretch my legs, too.” The star has been dating millionaire financier Ty Comfort since 2011, and the pair share three-year-old boys Jax and Jett. After years of struggling to conceive, the couple turned…

GUILT-FREE TREAT HEALTHY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES SERVES 2 • 4 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced• 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced• 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper• Salt• Splash of vegetable oil• 2 x 250g bavette, sirloin or ribeye steaks• 20g butter• Juice 1/2 lemon• 125g ball mozzarella, diced• 1/2 bunch basil, large stems discarded• 2tbsp roughly chopped sun-dried tomatoes• 1 red chilli, thinly sliced, seeds and all• 1tbsp best-quality balsamic vinegar• 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil• 25g Parmesan STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 4. Line a tray with parchment paper. STEP 2 Combine 65g oats, 35g spelt flour, 20g ground almonds, 1/ 2 tsp salt and 40g Demerara sugar in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together 1 small egg, 1tbsp maple syrup and 2tsp vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, along with 40g chocolate chips, and combine…

“MY POCKET MONEY WAS... Ten old half pennies each weekend. I would buy the old Your Hit Parade records when they came out. MY FIRST JOB WAS... As a DJ when I was 19. I wanted to save for a car so I got another job as a bar manager and earned around £90 a week. MY BIGGEST IMPULSE PURCHASES WERE... My stage outfits. I have a black suit that I had custom-made around 18 years ago. It cost me £2.5k but would be worth around £5k now. THE MOST EXPENSIVE THING I OWN IS... A white grand piano to help me write music – it cost me £4,000. SAVER OR A SPENDER? I always put money aside for a rainy day, but I am a big spender. What’s the…

It’s becoming increasingly common for patients with lingering coughs to come to see me. Most coughs are mild and clear up on their own, but some can signal more serious conditions, so it’s always worth talking to your doctor if you just can’t shake one. In the meantime, here’s an idea of what to look out for… DON’T SUPPRESS IT Coughing is a protective mechanism to help you clear your airways of any muck. So, annoying as it is, if you suppress it you’ll probably be ill for longer. Coughs can be acute or chronic: acute coughs last up to three weeks; after that, it becomes chronic. Then it’s usually a virus dragging on, or you might have had two infections one after another. There are also “productive” and “non-productive”…

Celebrity Carry On Barging sounds fun! What’s in store? LORRAINE CHASE: We had a couple of kerfuffles! NIGEL HAVERS: The main one being when Simon [Callow, who sadly wasn’t able to be at our interview] crashed into the riverbank, which smashed the crockery. It’s sometimes too late to react at four or five miles an hour… You were paired up on separate boats; Lorraine with Simon, Debbie with Nigel. Did you all get on? LORRAINE: I felt privileged to be sharing a boat with lovely Simon but I don’t think he knew what to make of me. I also think that at first I was quite irritating! DEBBIE MCGEE: It was surreal being thrown together and we did all have a nice time, but it was a job.…

THE FALLING BRIT FLICK MYSTERY SAT 4 FEB, 9.45PM, BBC2 Maisie Williams (of Game Of Thrones fame) stars in this 2014 flick set in a strict English girls’ school in the late ’60s. Something bad happens (her character’s BFF dies following a detention incident, gulp) and strange things occur afterwards – like young girls fainting all over the place for no reason. It sounds silly but it’s actually pretty solid, mysterious stuff – and Maxine Peake’s in it as well, which makes it good. A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST COMEDY WESTERN SAT 4 FEB, 9PM, C4 Seth MacFarlane directs, produces, co-writes and stars (phew! Anything else?!) in this comedy, playing cowardly sheep farmer Albert. After he backs out of a gunfight, his girlfriend (Amanda Seyfried) leaves him.…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK The year ahead is full of possibilities. The way to make the most of them is to shine – and to speak up for what you want. Socially, you may still be feeling like you’d rather be alone. This is a very good year if you want to study, travel or get published. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN AQUARIUS 21 JAN – 19 FEB If you've been a hermit over the past year or so, cutting yourself off from your nearest and dearests, you have ample heavenly support in terms of going back to them. It’s time for a shake up. Venus, the love and abundance planet, moves this week. For more info, call 0906 7511 677* PISCES 20 FEB – 20 MAR This…

Iggy Azalea has become the latest celeb to reveal a misshapen bum while she was holidaying in Mexico last week with her rumoured boyfriend, music producer Ljay Currie. The 26-year-old pop star – who’s sparked speculation in the past that she’s had bum implants after posting pictures of her super-curvy behind – was pictured with her rear covered in dimples and looking lopsided. Now plastic surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe says it’s taking off all over the world. He says: “Bottom augmentation has become a global trend but it’s not without risks. There are a few ways to increase bum size. You can have implants, where you make a cut in the lower back, go in between the muscles and put the implant at the top. It creates the shelf-look Blac Chyna…

She’s a self-confessed plastic surgery addict, having splashed out £1million on more than 350 cosmetic procedures over the years. But former glamour model Alicia Douvall was left in agony when the £10k bum implants she’d had inserted in 2006 exploded in 2015, leaving her unable to lie down or sit still for longer than 20 minutes – and with silicone migrating around her body, which she revealed was “essentially killing me.” Alicia, 37, revealed to Closer last year that she had felt agonising pain in her back and legs, and went for a scan to investigate the cause. She said: “My surgeon told me both of my buttock implants had completely ruptured. I was in total shock – I had no idea they could explode. I’m on medication, but I’m…

She’s had a rocky few weeks and was reduced to tears in two emotive TV interviews after bravely revealing she was sexually assaulted aged 13, had “anxiety attacks” after ex-husband Jamie O’Hara appeared on CBB and that their sons were being teased at school. But as Danielle Lloyd tries to remain strong, pals say she’s growing concerned about Jamie’s blossoming romance with housemate Bianca Gascoigne – who last week revealed she was in a relationship with cage fighter CJ Meeks – and the impact it could have on their sons, Archie, six, Harry, five, and George, three. A source says: “Danielle is feeling vulnerable, she’s had a lot going on. She’s got used to Jamie being on CBB and stopped watching it as it caused her a lot of stress.…

Dr Christian Jessen says: “A healthy diet with plenty of vegetables and fruit, cutting down on red meat and only very occasionally having processed or smoked meat, plus plenty of exercise and positive thinking can certainly help to prevent cancer. But that’s very different from being able to cure it. If I were diagnosed I would certainly go down the route of conventional medicine but I would also make sure I was as strong as possible to cope with medical treatment, and that would include having a healthy diet. We should never underestimate the body’s own immune system.”…

She stunned the world last week by claiming her pop legend father Michael Jackson was murdered and that she was sexually assaulted aged 14. But since baring her soul in her first-ever interview, friends and family are now fearful 18-year-old Paris – who has attempted suicide multiple times – may be heading for another breakdown. “Paris has had countless rounds of therapy and her family are terrified of what could happen,” says an insider. “They feel that without proper supervision she’s a ticking time bomb.” In a shocking interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Paris insisted her father’s death was a “set-up” and that “all arrows” pointed to him being murdered. She added that “a lot of people” wanted him dead. Michael died in June 2009 and his personal doctor Conrad…

They’ve recently been putting on a united front – posing for Instagram snaps and insisting their marriage is stronger than ever – after a year of rocky relationship rumours. But it seems Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright’s marriage has taken another hit after reports emerged last week that Michelle’s ex Brad Howard, 29, will be taking part in the new series of ITV2’s Love Island. The actress, 29 – who’s been married to former TOWIE star Mark , 30, since 2015 – dated model Brad for two years, until 2010, and insiders say that could be a big reason why Brad was cast for the show. A pal says: “Mark’s very protective of Michelle, so he’s seeing red. He says, if Brad blabs one thing out of line, he’ll have…

CONTROVERSIAL NEWS PUNDIT KATIE HOPKINS, 41, WAS AT THE WOMEN’S MARCH IN WASHINGTON D.C. LAST WEEK. SHE SAYS: “As I stood and watched the 45th President of the United States sworn into office on Capitol Hill, I knew things were about to change. And I wasn’t wrong. The very next day around 500,000 women marched through that city – and thousands more around the world. Waving placards, they wanted the crowd to know “this pussy fights back” or “my vagina is made of steel.” I asked these women why they were there. Some said they were marching for climate change, others because love not hate makes America great. None of them really knew. The simple fact is these women were marching because they had one thing in common: a vagina.…

‘Men realise who I am, make up an excuse and leave’ She shocked the world in 2014 when she announced that, after years of internal torment, she’d be transitioning from boxing promoter Frank Maloney into a woman called Kellie. And following more than 20 operations and the completion of her gender reassignment in 2015, Kellie Maloney’s self-confidence is now at an all-time high. DATING KNOCKBACKS But the 64-year-old – who was married to wife Tracey for 15 years and has daughters Emma, 39, Sophie, 21, and Libby, 15 – says that while she’s finally content with her body, her love life has taken a hit and her complicated past makes it tricky to form a relationship. “Dating is a sad topic for me,” she admits. “I’m having problems with love.…

‘There’s no one on The Jump for me – not even the ski instructors are eligible!’ It took her just over a year to lose an incredible 6st in 2012, and transform her body from a size 20 to an 8. And Josie Gibson has not only maintained her figure, she’s also gone on to make a career out of her weight loss, becoming a personal trainer and launching a fitness DVD. Last year, 5ft 11 Josie had 6lbs of excess skin removed after her weight loss. Then in 2013, the former Big Brother star had a breast enlargement, going from a 34B to a D-cup. But despite signing up for The Jump, and being subjected to strenuous training on the show, 32-year-old Josie admits she’s loading up on carbs…

Her on/off ex James “Arg” Argent failed to have success on the piste during The Jump last year, but former TOWIE star Lydia Bright tells Closer his experience convinced her to do the show. Lydia, who celebrated her 27th birthday at The Jump's training camp in Innsbruck, Austria, earlier this month, says: “I came to visit James here and I was so jealous – I wanted to be a part of it. He loved the whole experience and he was buzzing for me. He said: ‘You’re going to have so much fun.’ My parents think it’s an amazing opportunity – it will be a challenge, but what an amazing thing to say you’ve done. And I thought, if my parents are backing me, I’ve got to go for it.” And…

‘I’m not that single girl in Marbella any more’ It’s fair to say that former glamour model Maria Fowler is completely smitten with her four-month-old daughter Evie. She tells us: “I look at her and think, ‘I can’t believe we’ve made you!’ It sounds really cheesy but it’s true.” The 30-year-old admits motherhood hasn’t been plain sailing. She reveals: “We weren’t prepared for the strain it would put on our relationship for the first three months. No matter how much the baby stresses you out, and how little you’re sleeping, you’d never take it out on her because she’s just this perfect little thing, so you take it out on each other instead.” SEPARATE ROOMS Maria and her BMX rider boyfriend Kelvin Batey, 35 – whom she started dating in…

THE WORLD’S BIGGEST SKIRT Katie Price, 38 This billowing skirt sits in completely the wrong place and her ample assets look as if they’re about to make a sudden appearance! NOT SO GENIEOUS! Lizzie Cundy, 46 Lizzie can wear most things, but we draw the line at this curtain-inspired frock. We heart Cundy – but the magic genie look? Not so much! SHEER HELL Marnie Simpson, 25 Donning a risqué sheer dress, the Geordie Shore star seems to have forgotten her underwear – strutting around knicker free! TERRIBLE TWO-SIE Alesha Dixon, 38 This baggy two-piece looks too big – and we don’t quite understand the strange sleeves. She took a PJ day to the extreme! BRIDAL SHOCKER Sam Faiers, 26 Sam’s look has real potential, but we can’t help but…

We may be lacking sunshine in the UK at the moment, but reality star Stephanie Pratt’s glowing skin has inspired us to fake a winter glow. Mix a pea-sized amount of liquid bronzer into your foundation to give your base a hint of gold. Swirl a soft-toned powder bronzer on to cheek apples and up towards your temples – opt for a powder with a subtle sheen, rather than gloss. Pat a warm-coloured cream highlighter on to cheekbones to create a dewy glow, minus any tell-tale sparkle – who needs an exotic holiday when you can cheat it?!…

YOU DON’T NEED TO PROVE YOUR LOVE… Ty is the first guy I’ve been with who hasn’t tried to change me. I don’t need a piece of paper to call him my partner and our family a unit. MAKE YOUR OWN WAY… I made my first million in my mid-20s. That’s massive for a girl from a humble background who didn’t go to university. My mum taught me never to rely on anyone and to graft your own way. FAMILY CHANGES EVERYTHING… I’ve always been ambitious, but my sons come before my career now. Every penny I earn is for them. HAVE NO REGRETS… I’m so proud of my career and I won’t hide any of it from my children. I’m going to tell them all about my party days…

INSIDE OLIVIA’S FRIDGE • Orange juice• Butter• Chocolate puddings• Milk• Eggs• Sea bass fillets• Mince meat• Salmon fillets• Roast ham• Roast chicken• Peanut butter• Broccoli• Tomatoes• Dairy Milk chocolate• Green beans• Sweet potato• Lemons• 20 cans of Fosters• Bottles of Sauvignon Blanc Where do you shop? I shop online the majority of the time because it’s easier and I can sit in my bed while I’m doing it. I’m lazy! I usually shop at Tesco or Asda. What is your typical daily diet? Breakfast is usually peanut butter on toast, which keeps me going for ages. Or if I’m being healthy I’ll have porridge. Lunch is usually a tuna sandwich on brown bread or soup, while dinner is typically chicken salad with sweet potato. I snack on ham – I’m a savoury girl, really – or chocolate. If I’m feeling naughty, I’ll have melted chocolate on cookies for dessert.…

Social pressures are fuelling the rise of childhood depression, and research shows that 80,000 kids in the UK are estimated to suffer with poor mental health. Spotting symptoms early on and getting the right support is critical, which is why all secondary schools will now be offered mental health first aid training. It’s a great initiative, but as parents may be the first to notice changes in their child’s behaviour, knowing how to differentiate between a bad day or something more serious is key… TELL-TALE SIGNS AND WAYS TO HELP • PHYSICAL SIGNS If your child has lost their appetite or isn’t sleeping, they may be struggling with anxiety. Chat to them and if they agree they’re not coping, suggest you both go to the GP for advice. Teenagers with…

IDENTIFY IT! ALLERGY UK Work out what’s causing your cough on Allergy UK’s website; they also have a damp prevention pack and a symptom-checker. WWW.ALLERGYUK.ORG QUIT IT! NHS SMOKEFREE APP Daily support and motivation for four weeks, because if you last that long you’re up to five times more likely to quit for good. ITUNES, FREE SOOTHE IT! ROWSE PURE HONEY AND LEMON SACHETS These are just as good at taming a tickle as cough syrups. Just snap, squeeze and add hot water. TESCO, £3.30…

BBC1 talent show Let It Shine is all about finding a band to star in a Take That musical. Gary’s been quite mysterious about the stage show. What do you know? I know everything! Gary sat me down and explained it. I had the same thoughts that I’m sure everyone out there had. But I’m telling you now, whatever you’re thinking, it’s not that. You’ve known Gary a long time. What’s he like? He’s a real talent. I think this whole show has a touch of something different. I thought they would be looking for Take That look-a-likes, sound-a-likes, all of that. But then I came on set, and wow. There’s a lot of detail on this show that’s amazing. What do you think of the…

Bosses have been trying to persuade Helen Flanagan, 26, to go back into Corrie ever since she filmed her final scenes in 2012 to go into the jungle for I’m A Celeb! Since then, she’s become a mum to Matilda (now 19 months) with boyfriend Scott Sinclair and her initial stint is expected to be for three months. One of the reasons she quit was because she was suffering panic attacks, so she’s reportedly been taking acting lessons to help settle the comeback nerves. Go girl! For more, turn to p34.…

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