Table of contents for 7 March 2017 in Closer

When we last caught up with reality star Chanelle Hayes, life looked bleak. A back injury and food addiction had sent her weight spiralling and doctors warned she was verging on morbid obesity. Trolls plagued her over her appearance and, devastatingly, she learned she was unlikely to conceive again. But a few months later, Chanelle – already mum to six-year-old Blakely – exclusively tells Closer she’s pregnant. It’s not all plain sailing, however, as she’s suffering debilitating morning sickness – but she’s overjoyed at the prospect of welcoming her “ miracle” baby. We wish her all the best. LISA BURROW CLOSEREDITOR@CLOSERMAG.CO.UK…

Their whirlwind roller-coaster relationship has been rocked by countless splits, but last week Blac Chyna stepped out without her engagement ring and was spotted cosying up to singer Quincy Combs, seemingly confirming she’s split from fiancé Rob Kardashian for good. And as Closer went to press, the relationship appeared to be over, with reports that they’d cancelled all wedding plans and were living separate lives, co-parenting Dream. Last week Rob shared an Instagram post of her cosied up in bed, writing: “Bye to my beautiful baby girl ..... I literally can’t get enough of this girl, I never felt a love or happiness like this ever in my life and she makes me so happy, about to miss her so much.” SISTERLY SUPPORT Now insiders tell Closer that Rob, 29…

They’ve had one of the most toxic on/off relationships in showbiz, but Stephanie Davis and Jeremy McConnell appeared to have put their acrimonious feud behind them as they reunited two weeks ago to spend time with their two-month-old son, Caben-Albi. There were even claims last week that they were officially back together and giving their relationship another go – something they denied, with Steph branding the reports “rubbish.” FEELING ANXIOUS And there was more drama for the former couple after it was reported Jeremy, 27, will be appearing on the seventh series of steamy reality show Ex On The Beach, reportedly alongside Steph’s ex, Sam Reece – whom she cheated on with Jeremy in Celebrity Big Brother last year. Now insiders say Steph, 23 – who spent a week with…

It was the worst-kept secret in showbiz when Cheryl finally confirmed her pregnancy in a charity photo shoot two weeks ago. And following in his ex-wife’s footsteps, Ashley Cole has finally broken his silence regarding his son (whose name has never been revealed) in an emotional Tweet marking his first birthday. The 36-year-old footballer – who now lives and plays in LA with his Italian model girlfriend Sharon Canu – Tweeted about their son last week: “Every day I wake up to the most beautiful thing I could dream of: a son that makes my heart melt.” He goes on to add: “He reminded me what’s most important in life.” Insiders say Cheryl, 33 – who is dating Liam Payne, 23 – is thrilled Ashley is also in a good…

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Aussie transgender model Andreja Pejic, 25, befriended Caitlyn after congratulating her on her Vanity Fair cover. The pair swapped numbers at the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards in New York in Nov 2015. Transgender actress Candis Cayne, 45, appeared alongside Caitlyn on I Am Cait. The pair have dodged rumours they’re dating, with Candis saying: “We are really good friends. I am helping her along her journey.” Cait fangirled out when she met Boy George backstage after a concert in September 2015. The pair’s chat was shown on her show, with Cait admitting how much his music helped her with “all my issues” in the ’80s.…

1 JACK AND KAREN’S FRIENDSHIP Will and Grace’s buddies Jack and Karen had a never-ending supply of crazy antics. 2 KAREN’S ONE-LINERS Our favourites include: “If it has genitals on the outside, it’s hiding something on the inside,” and: “You say potato, I say vodka.” 3 JACK’S VARIED CAREER Over the eight series, Jack had stints as a dancer, acting coach and nurse, as well as trying to kick-start his own one-man shows – Just Jack and Jack 2000 . Brilliant. 4 DAS BOOB INCIDENT By far the funniest episode saw Grace wearing a water-filled bra that sprung a leak... 5 THE CELEB CAMEOS Celebs including Cher, Britney Spears and Madonna appeared on the show.…

Her slim frame has previously sparked concern but now that Amal Clooney is expecting twins, insiders reveals she’s determined to gain weight to stay as healthy as possible – and she’s recruited husband George to help. A source tells Closer: “George wants to make sure Amal’s eating everything she needs. Before her pregnancy, she would often go for lighter, healthy options like grilled fish and salad. But George is encouraging her to indulge more. He’s flying in food from their favourite shops near their Lake Como villa in Italy. “He’s been giving her Italian cheese and bruschetta to snack on and she’s eating lots of fresh spinach as it’s rich in folic acid. George is also making sure there’s extra protein and calcium in their meals. Amal loves that George…

GENDER SPECIALIST AND PSYCHOLOGIST DR KENNETH DEMSKY ( WWW.DRKENNETHDEMSKY.CO.UK ) SAYS: “Fortunately we live in a time where there’s far greater awareness of transgender issues, making it easier not only for those who transition but for their families, too. Eric and Corey probably have a very special bond, having been through a similar process, so it’s important to make sure the other children don’t feel left out and spend quality time with them on their own. The fact they still call Eric ‘Mum’ is fine as long as they’re all happy with it and know it may change over time. It’s a lengthy process and as long as they are open and talk about their feelings, there’s no reason why they can’t continue to be an extremely happy…

How much do you spend a week? I spend around £60 a week and stock up on cupboard items as they last longer. I’m ridiculous when it comes to shopping; my trolley is always full because I like to make sure my fridge is full for when friends and family come over. Describe your daily diet... Most people know me for sitting on the sofa with a takeaway, but I’ve recently lost about 9lbs by cutting out fatty foods – and I’m done with ready meals. I leave them to my mate [fellow Gogglebox star] Sandra! Breakfast is salmon and scrambled eggs. I don’t always have lunch, but if I do it’s a pitta with houmous and cucumber. Dinner is haddock with rice and okra, and my favourite snack is…

“My parents – who are phenomenal – had quite an unhappy marriage, which affected my sister and I. I’ve always thought I’m a headstrong guy, but it got to the point when I couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel and that’s when [thoughts of] suicide came into play. It wasn’t until I was 16 or 17 where I knew something was an issue and I went to my school doctor. I still have anxiety, but speaking out about it helps, and sport plays a massive part in my life and that helps my sanity.”…

“MY POCKET MONEY WAS… £1 a week and we would supplement it by cleaning out the kennels in my dad’s veterinary clinic. MY FIRST JOB WAS… An ice cream scooper in Covent Garden. I’ve also been a baked bean salesman and an envelope stuffer. I SPENT MY FIRST PROPER PAY CHEQUE ON… A thick wool jumper – I still love it. MY BIGGEST IMPULSE PURCHASE WAS… A 70-year-old first generation Series 1 Land Rover. I didn’t need it but I couldn’t stop myself. THE MOST EXPENSIVE THING I OWN IS… My life insurance is pretty costly. I do some risky things. THE LAST THING I BOUGHT WAS? Some extra bees for my bee hive. I’m fascinated by them. SPENDER OR A SAVER? Spender. My wife, Marina, is the practical one…

What are Sarah’s thoughts when she meets Nathan for the first time? “Gosh, he’s so much older than Bethany!” But Sarah tries to bluff her way through as, the second she questions Nathan in front of Bethany, Bethany may want to leave with him. Why does Sarah leave a voicemail for Nathan inviting him to come over? Sarah feels Bethany is pushing her away and needs to find out what Nathan is about. If she invites him over she can be nosy and control the situation. Sarah’s already revealed to Bethany that she once had an internet stalker… The man Sarah met was a lot older. The difference is Bethany was bullied; she has low self-esteem. An older man showing attention probably flatters her ego……

...EXCEPT WHEN THEY’RE WORLDS APART…

‘Lauren wants to try for a baby when Joey gets out’ She’s made no secret of her love for her boyfriend of six months, Joey Morrison. Despite the fact he’s currently serving an 18-year prison sentence for offences including burglary and drug dealing, Lauren Goodger recently revealed to Closer that she’d found The One. Joey was set to be released in 20 months, but insiders now say his release date is uncertain, and Lauren is finding it increasingly hard to be in a relationship with a man behind bars. HAVING A HARD TIME A source says: “Lauren is smitten with Joey. The chemistry between them is electric and she looks forward to every visit. But she says it’s killing her not knowing when he will be released and when they…

he’s never been shy to dish the dirt on her romances, and last week was no exception when she admitted she had a habit of having a man on the “backburner” when a relationship is on its last legs. Speaking on Loose Women, Jordan – who is married to third husband Kieran Hayler – said: “I normally know when a relationship is going to end, because you get that eggshell-y feeling, where you go home and you think, “Oh, am I going to say something wrong?” I hate that. ‘But most of the times [it’s happened] I’ve usually got someone on the backburner so then I’m not on my own. Not in every single relationship, but if I’ve split from someone and then I haven’t got someone lined up, I’m…

‘She saw herself falling pregnant this year’ The showbiz world was rocked last week as another A-list couple called time on their relationship. The split came after pictures surfaced of Orlando Bloom flirting with pretty brunette Erin McCabe at a pre-Oscars bash – days before he posed with Katy Perry at the Vanity Fair Oscars party. And insiders tell Closerhow Katy, 32, was left heartbroken after Orlando, 40 – who has son, Flynn, six, with his ex wife Miranda Kerr – ended their relationship in a shock call during her recent trip to London for the BRITs. A source says: “Katy and Orlando hadn’t been getting on for weeks and they had a huge row after her big comeback at the Grammys and were still on shaky ground when she…

X Factor judge Simon Cowell spoke out last week about his family’s terrifying burglary raid, admitting it left him living in “constant fear.” Simon, 57, revealed he no longer feels safe after serial burglar Darren February carried out a £1m raid on his Holland Park home in December 2015 while Simon, his partner Lauren Silverman, 39, and their then-one-year-old son Eric slept. In a statement read in court at February’s trial, Simon said: “The whole incident has been very traumatic and there is a constant fear that it may be repeated and may be worse next time. “This incident has caused me great concerns about the security of my family. On reflection, I am very scared of what could have happened to my son if the burglar had gone into…

It’s been over a decade since the king and queen of Hollywood broke hearts everywhere when they ended their five- year marriage in 2005. But there was a glimmer of friendship last week when it was reported Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston are back in contact. REACHING OUT And pals say Jennifer, 48 – who’s married to actor Justin Theroux, 45 – has been supporting Brad through his bitter divorce battle with Angelina Jolie, 41, who he split from in September after 11 years together. A source says: “Brad reached out to Jen after her mother passed away last May, but they didn’t speak again until Brad got in touch a few weeks ago to wish her a happy birthday. “They’ve been messaging ever since, with Jen offering advice and…

CLOSER’S PSYCHOLOGIST EMMA KENNY SAYS: “While it’s the ultimate betrayal, it’s perhaps not that surprising that a close friend or nanny may want what their best pal or employer has – after all, competitiveness is a part of human nature. “And friends and nannies are well placed to steal partners because they’re often their victim’s confidants, so they know exactly what’s right and wrong with their relationships. They’ll know what the men like and dislike about their current partners, making it easy for them to turn themselves into a seemingly perfect woman. “If this is their plan, they’ll often start to copy their employer or friend’s style – sometimes without even realising they’re doing so. “And the men may find themselves turning to their partner’s friends as they’re…

“I WAKE UP AT 7AM AND CHECK MY PHONE. I post a motivational quote on my Instagram and it’s always something fun. I then get up, make my bed and have a cup of tea. IF I’M NOT FILMING TOWIE THEN I’M OUT THE DOOR. I have an online business and a clothing boutique in Brentwood in Essex, so I go to see how my staff are doing. I find it very therapeutic being in the boutique and I like to meet and greet the customers. I’ve got a bit of a break from filming TOWIE from 13 March. Normally I go to Vegas, but I think I’ll go to Jason Vale’s Juice Retreat in Portugal for a good detox! EVERY DAY, I TRY TO SPEND SOME TIME MEDITATING. I…

WHO WORE IT BEST? Michelle Williams Vs Emma Roberts They wowed at the Oscars in plunging monochrome frocks, and we couldn’t help but notice how strikingly similar the two actresses looked. Michelle turned heads in Louis Vuitton and she complemented the glitzy gown with neutral makeup and simple accessories. Emma upped the glam factor, teaming her vintage Armani Prive floor-sweeper with bold red lips and a bling clutch. VERDICT Both actresses looked fab, but Emma’s vintage styling steals the fashion Oscar! STYLE CRUSH! FIT FOR A BALL! Kate Bosworth, 34 A Cinderella-esque outfit isn’t one many of us could pull off, but Kate nails it – and makes a real style statement at the same time! The teal tulle J.Mendel gown with brown belt detail shows off her slender figure,…

As reports surfaced last week that she was pregnant by her new boyfriend, US lawyer Nate Greenwald, insiders reveal that one of the first people Danielle Bux revealed her happy news to was her ex, Gary Lineker. While Danielle, 37, and the 56-year-old Match Of The Day host divorced in January 2016, after six years of marriage, they remain close friends and have been seen together several times since their break-up. A source reveals: “Gary was one of the first people Dan confided in after discovering she was pregnant. He’s really happy for her. She wanted to make sure he heard it from her and it was important for her to have Gary’s blessing. She’s even considering asking him to be a godfather. “It was no secret that Gary’s hesitation…

He’s known for being a flamboyant performer and vibrant personality, but despite his vast wealth, fame and success, Elton John, 69, says that being a father is the most important thing in his life. The six-time Grammy winner, whose fortune is estimated to be £270m, spent decades living a life of excess. He splashed millions on his extravagant lifestyle and openly admitted to “wasting a big part of his life” abusing alcohol and drugs. But after the superstar found peace, love and a contented life with filmmaker husband David Furnish, 54, the couple took the leap to become parents, having two children through surrogacy. Zachary was born to an unidentified surrogate mother in California on Christmas Day in 2010, while his brother Elijah arrived on 11 January 2013 and was…

IN THE NEWS JOURDAN DUNN TURNS DESIGNER! She’s a fashion icon, mother-of-one and one of the world’s top models – and now Jourdan Dunn is adding fashion designer to her skillset, as she debuts her Missguided collection. Combining coolness with comfort, the LON DUNN + MISSGUIDED collection is full of stellar activewear-style pieces – with something to suit everyone. We’re already eyeing up every item in the purse-friendly range, which features £25 velour tracksuits, satin staples, mesh hoodies and oversized bombers. Plus, with sportswear being big news for this year, you can invest in a couple of pieces and wear them all the way through to autumn. Sounds good to us! FAVOURITE NEW COLLECTION… JEANS FIT FOR ALL Model Iskra Lawrence (far right) has given Simply Be’s new denim drop…

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TV’s Sarah Willingham reveals how to take control of your finances & make the most of your cash “I’ve been through a tough time, which has impacted me emotionally and financially. I left my husband in 2014, losing my home and job. I’m now in local authority housing, but I have severe depression so I can’t work. “I used to be a director of the building company I ran with my husband, managing accounts and earning £24k a year, but I’m now on Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), and have £21k of debt, which charity StepChange.org are helping me to manage. “I have two children – Michael, 24, and Rachael, 20, who lived with me. I’m in the closing stages of divorce, which has been covered under legal aid,…

How did you two become involved in the show? Ellie: I work as a hairdresser and a woman who casts for Gogglebox came into the salon. I thought we had more of a chance of being struck by lightning than being picked for the show – but we ended up getting the job! We were so excited. Do you feel conscious of how you look on TV and spend ages getting glammed up? E: We wouldn’t go on TV looking rough! We’re both quite into the heavy make-up look and we like to look our best. You’re known for your love of wine and pizza; what’s your diet and exercise regime like when you’re not filming? Izzi: I’m a yo-yo dieter and don’t have much willpower. If Ellie’s having pizza…

‘Danielle is anxious and struggling to sleep’ • Danielle Lloyd makes shocking claims that ex Jamie O’Hara was violent • Jamie hits back with bitter denial and legal action • Insiders say the war has pushed the pregnant star to breaking point They have been embroiled in a bitter war of words for months now, but Danielle Lloyd shocked fans last week with claims that her ex-husband Jamie O’Hara had been violent towards her during their three-year marriage. After a fresh war erupted between Danielle and the professional footballer on Twitter, the former model Tweeted: “Jamie O’Hara battered me in Vegas with a shoe… Am finally speaking out and standing up for myself and other abused women! [sic]” Jamie, 30, strongly denied the latest allegations, Tweeting: “Will not tolerate these…

She’s only been home for two weeks after performing across Australia and New Zealand with Atomic Kitten – but Kerry Katona could soon be jetting off again on a potential new tour with Liberty X. Mum-of-five Kerry, 36, shared a picture with Michelle Heaton, 37, Jessica Taylor, 36, and Kelli Young, 34, as well as Natasha Hamilton, 34, on Instagram with the caption: “New girl band coming soon!” But after her husband George Kay, 36, was left to manage the house and look after Kerry’s children – Molly, 15, Lilly-Sue, 14. Heidi, 10, Max, eight, as well as their two-year-old daughter, Dylan-Jorge – while she was away, pals say he’s concerned about the pressure another tour could put on them. An insider says: “Kerry spent December and early January away…

‘I was advised to invest £1.5m in a new home – but I felt overwhelmed’ ’ Despite being a millionaire, writer Amanda Prowse can fit all her possessions into one small box. She owns just a few items of clothing, a small make-up bag and four pairs of shoes, all totalling just £200. The bestselling author of The Food Of Love made the decision to live minimally after realising money and possessions weren’t the secret to making her happy. And she’s not alone. As a nation, we’re spending less than ever on material goods. The Office For National Statistics found households are buying fewer clothes but splashing out more on holidays, entertainment and eating out. Meanwhile, research by San Francisco University revealed buying something new only makes us fleetingly happy,…

Looking happy on a date last week, Nigella Lawson seemed to have put her 2013 divorce from Charles Saatchi behind her. Pals say the TV chef, 57, is enjoying spending time with old friend, author Ronan Bennett, 61 – who was cleared of an alleged ’70s IRA killing after 18 months behind bars. Rumours of a romance between Nigella and Ronan were triggered when the pair were spotted enjoying a cosy three-hour date at east London restaurant My Neighbours The Dumplings. Insiders say Nigella – who’s looked slimmer recently – gets on famously with the writer and the pair were set up by a mutual pal, author Sir Salman Rushdie. A source says: “Nigella’s been friends with Ronan for years, but Salman reconnected them last summer.” Nigella’s 10-year marriage to…

Despite the 20-year age gap, Gwen Stefani and her former nanny Mindy Mann looked more like sisters with their platinum hair and near-identical outfits. But in November 2015, Mindy was accused of having a three-year affair with Gwen’s rocker husband Gavin Rossdale. The 20-something was allegedly a big fan of her superstar boss and often imitated her edgy appearance, wearing bandanas and jumpsuits similar to ones seen on the singer. Mindy even adopted similar poses to Gwen’s when being photographed. An insider said at the time: “If Gwen would eat something or do a workout or get a new handbag, Mindy would do the same thing. Gwen thought it was weird.” Mindy started working for Gavin, 51, and Gwen, 47 – who have sons Kingston, nine, Zuma, seven, and Apollo,…

She may have won legions of fans on This Morning, but mum-of-three Holly Willoughby also has a pretty impressive little black book of besties, who she says have “helped her get through the tough times.” Holly, who’s mum to Harry, seven, Belle, five, and two-year-old Chester, tells Closer that family and friends have made it possible to juggle her career and home life. When asked how she does it, she reveals: “I struggle dividing my time; you just have to be really good at doing a lot in a short amount of time. My friends know that my family come first over anything. “That’s why it’s great to have mum friends – they just get it. None of us really know what we are doing, we just have to encourage…

‘I feel so confident and I love the way I look’ She was catapulted into the headlines after transforming from Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete Bruce Jenner – and the downtrodden dad on Keeping Up With The Kardashians – into Caitlyn, the glamorous crusader for transgender issues and the face of her own reality show I Am Cait. But as the world stood in awe of her metamorphosis, a backlash gathered pace. Critics accused Caitlyn of failing to use her position to highlight the struggles of the trans community, and for trivialising their battles from the privileged position that fame gave her. Even star Ellen DeGeneres called out Caitlyn for her hesitancy regarding marriage equality. But the worst came when Caitlyn’s family blasted her for portraying ex-wife of 24 years Kris…

Will & Grace fans went into a frenzy last September when the cast reunited for a special YouTube mini-episode supporting Hillary Clinton in the US election. The clip led to rumours that, after an 11-year break, the hit show was coming back for its ninth series – but they were shot down by Debra Messing, 48 (aka Grace Adler), who said there was “nothing beyond talks.” Now, Eric McCormack, 53 – who plays Will Truman – exclusively reveals to Closer that the series is officially returning. He says: “The show is back in September [in the US] and I can’t wait to be reunited with the crazy gang again. The show has touched people for so many reasons; it deserves a return.” Airing from 1998, the sitcom followed friends Will,…

As she announced she was expecting her first child with boyfriend Greg Lake last week, an “over-the-moon” Jennifer Metcalfe revealed: “The timing couldn’t be more perfect.” Friends say that starting her own family has finally helped her move on from her ex, Sylvain Longchambon, 36. Jen, 34, revealed she was left “gutted” when her Dancing On Ice professional partner ended things in 2012 – after revealing he had feelings for Coronation Street star Samia Ghadie, 34. Insiders say she also struggled when the couple welcomed a son September 2015. A source reveals: “Seeing Sylvain move on so quickly really hurt Jen, but this pregnancy has brought her the happy ending she’s always craved. Jen and Greg are floating on cloud nine – they can’t wait to be parents. This is…

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I’ve had a fungal nail infection for six years. Is that normal? DR CHRISTIAN: Fungal nails are often chronic and not treated properly, but nail changes may be due to psoriasis. See your GP IN THE NEWS... ‘IBUPROFEN IS BARELY BETTER THAN A PLACEBO FOR BACK PAIN’ A study of more than 6,000 people with back pain compared ibuprofen with a placebo and found that while painkillers reduced pain, there wasn’t a lot of difference. IN MY OPINION... This was misleading. Some patients did benefit from ibuprofen. A better headline would be “doctors not very good at diagnosing back pain” as the success depends on working out what’s caused it – eg if it’s muscular, period pains, or an injury. The study also didn’t differentiate between pills and ibuprofen gels,…

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What’s your biggest fear? Death – isn’t it everyone’s? What’s your worst habit? I suffer a bit from OCD, especially when it comes to even numbers. When’s the last time you said “I love you”? I say it every day to my one-year-old daughter, Summer. Ever had a near-death experience? Does going on I’m A Celeb! count? It was terrifying! If you were an animal, what would you be and why? I’d be my dog, Daisy. She’s a very spoilt Lhasa Apso! Describe yourself in three words… Honest, determined and loyal. What’s your proudest achievement? Winning two golds at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. • Rebecca’s encouraging Britons to go to work happy. Visit Stonebridge.uk.com…

What a fantastic show this is – you’re basically seeing how the other half live…? It was so much fun doing this, though also a challenge as I know rich people are probably used to getting their own way a lot, so you don’t want to offend them by asking cheeky questions about money and get yourself kicked off the private jet. I hope that by being a comic, I was able to charm and disarm them… Did you find people were quite happy to talk dosh with you? Well, it’s very cheeky asking how much something cost, especially in Britain – but we meet some weird, wonderful and diverse characters who are all self-made and they want to tell their stories, which are pretty aspirational. What was your biggest…

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