Table of contents for January 17, 2022 in Hello! Canada

Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2022 with a milestone birthday issue as the Duchess of Cambridge turns 40. It’s hard to believe it’s been 15 years since a 25-year-old Kate Middleton appeared on Hello! Canada’s cover as Prince William’s university sweetheart (1). “Their lives are so entwined that it is difficult to think of one without the other,” noted a source, and that bond would only strengthen over a few years, culminating in Kate’s fairytale moment as a princess bride at Westminster Abbey (2). Next came her first overseas tour, which saw the glamorous royal couple grace Parliament Hill on Canada Day and walk the BAFTA red carpet in Hollywood (3), with the new duchess leaving the most A-list of celebrities completely starstruck. “She was just lovely and warm,…

Most spouses call their other half “honey” or “babe” as a nickname. Not Jessica Chastain, whose husband, Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo, comes from nobility and, in Italy, is recognized as a count – making Jessica a countess! But she discards any formalities. “His name is beautifully long so I just call him, ‘Hey, you!’” jokes the Molly’s Game actress. The couple --who met in Paris in 2012 on the same day that Jessica found out she was nominated for an Oscar for her breakout role in The Help --will celebrate five years of marriage this year. (Guests at their 2017 nuptials included celebrity pals Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt.) “I love being married and I never thought I would, but he is a spectacular human being,” says Jessica of…

‘She would say herself that she wasn’t born to be a public figure’ As she celebrates her 40th birthday, the Duchess of Cambridge is in her prime. Fulfilled as a wife and mother, she has also carved out a progressive role as a senior working member of the Royal Family. A decade into her marriage to the future King, Kate has shown the world that she can still surprise us, as she did last month when she took to the stage with Scottish singer Tom Walker at her Westminster Abbey Christmas carol concert, accompanying him, quite beautifully, on the piano (Kate was a keen music student at school). “I think she would say herself that she wasn’t born to be a public figure,” says a source close to the duchess.…

CAPRICORN Dec. 22 - Jan. 20 We enjoy watching time-lapse footage. It’s fascinating. But it gives us the impression that miraculous things (like flowers opening their petals) happen in the blink of an eye. In reality, situations evolve at their natural pace. If you’re feeling frustrated by the speed of your progress, I’d like to invite you to take a trip on my time machine that will whiz you into the near future. From there, you’ll be able to see the effects of the changes you’re currently making. They might be taking their time, but there’s no stopping them. TAURUS April 21 - May 21 What stops the good times from rolling? If only there were a simple answer! Maybe they just can’t keep moving in the same direction forever.…

CLASSIC BEEF STEW Serves 8 to 1 0 INGREDIENTS • 2 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces• 2 tsp seasoned salt, plus more as needed• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, plus more as needed• 4 tbsp olive oil• 1 medium white onion, diced (about 2 cups)• pinch of kosher salt• 5 garlic cloves, minced• 3 tbsp tomato paste• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar• ¼ cup all-purpose flour• 3 cups low-sodium beef broth• 1 cup dry red wine• 12 oz white button mushrooms• 2 sprigs fresh thyme• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary• 1 bay leaf• 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch slices• 1 lb baby red potatoes, halved 1. Preheat the oven to 325° F. 2. In a large bowl, season the beef with the seasoned salt and…

When Nicole Power arrived at Toronto’s Gardiner Museum for her wedding, her fiancé, Adam Minster, was waiting outside. But she had told him in advance to keep his back turned until she was ready for the big reveal. “He was facing the museum as I was getting out of the car and our photographer was getting ready to capture the moment. Then there’s this group of people that are walking down the street and they recognize me from the show,” says the star of CBC’s Kim’s Convenience and its spinoff, Strays. “They were like, ‘Oh my God, Shannon’ – which is my character’s name – and they started taking pictures and asking for photos in the middle of our first sighting. We both started laughing and Adam was like, ‘OK,…

She’s the future Queen with the golden touch who plays her role on the global stage with confidence and intelligence, poise and charm. As she celebrates her 40th birthday, Kate couldn’t look more radiant. Comfortable in her own skin, fulfilled in her work and devoted to her family, Kate has come into her own in the style stakes. As she starts her new decade at the top of her game, we mark her birthday on Jan. 9 with 40 of her favourite looks – one for each year. ‘There are moments when Kate really looks like a future Queen’ ‘It was a beautiful mix of tradition and modernity and she looked every inch the beautiful princess’– BRIDAL DESIGNER KATE HALFPENNY THE DRESS THAT WOWED THE WORLD With the eyes of…

SUDOKU Using reasoning and logic, fill the grid with the numbers 1 to 9 so that each row, column and 3x3 block contains the numbers 1 to 9 PUZZLE SOLUTIONS January 3 (Issue 799/800) CROSSWORD SUDOKU INDECISIVE MOMENTS ACROSS 1 Unexpected plot features7 Chemist Curie12 Abbr. in many Quebec places15 Bee Gees surname19 “Call on me, teacher!”20 Flashlight battery, often21 Part of m.p.g.22 Irish chanteuse23 Singer deciding how to follow “River”?25 Part of ETA, for short26 Go left, say27 Country bordering Yemen28 Wedding dance29 Quarterback deciding which Super Bowl ring to wear?32 Took the helm35 Oath takers36 “Big Papi” David39 Acela operator41 Creatures of habit?42 Move your chair closer44 Yankee deciding where to display his 2009 World Series MVP trophy?49 Rain-delay rollouts50 Bridge’s length53 U.K. bombers54 One-third of a Seinfeld…

Add novelty design elements like embellishments or tinted lenses Well-Rounded We’re happy to report that retro round frames aren’t going anywhere! A-listers including Oprah Winfrey, Katy Perry and Lady Gaga have long been loyal to this surprisingly flattering shape, which strikes the perfect balance between smart and cool. The Cat’s Meow Want to add a bit of sleekness to your everyday look? Easy. Cat-eye frames encompass bold styling and turn just about any outfit into a sartorial statement. Look to Hollywood’s chicest women like Jennifer Lopez and Meryl Streep, who confidently sport the throwback shape. Try black, tortoise or go for a statement-making bright hue Pilot Project Whether wired and metallic or chunky and colourful, aviator eyewear has taken off as this season’s definitive “It” shape. Bella Hadid and Demi…

EXPLORE Boasting panoramic views of snow-covered mountains, this resort town is a true winter wonderland. Home to one of the world’s most famous ski and snowboard destinations, Whistler Blackcomb (1), it’s the perfect getaway for those itching to hit the slopes. Or if shopping is more your speed, head into Whistler Village for plenty of one-of-a-kind boutiques. TASTE Named one of Canada’s best fine-dining restaurants in 2021, the intimate Rimrock Café (2) is a must visit. And the stars agree! Everyone from Charlize Theron to David and Victoria Beckham have dined at the upscale seafood eatery. Also offering up delicious dishes are local favourites like Quattro (a pasta lover’s dream!) and Cinnamon Bear Bar and Grille, a popular après-ski spot with a cozy atmosphere. STAY The only lakeside hotel and…

‘Archie made us a “Mama” and a “Papa,” and Lili made us a family’ It was the photo their millions of fans had been longing to see. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex released the first photo of their baby daughter, Lilibet Diana, to mark their first Christmas card as a family of four. Wearing a sweet dress, little Lili, as she is known, beams at her adoring parents while mom Meghan lifts her in the air. Also in this precious family portrait, Archie – his red hair just like dad Prince Harry’s – is seen clearly for the first time since he was a baby. The proud parents unveiled the image with the message: “Happy Holidays. This year, 2021, we welcomed our daughter, Lilibet, to the world. Archie made…

JEAN-MARC VALLEE HOLLYWOOD REMEMBERS THE ‘MAGIC’ OF QUEBEC’S STAR FILMMAKER The world’s biggest stars are remembering a giant of Quebec filmmaking, who also took Hollywood by storm. Montreal-born Jean-Marc Vallée, known for the Oscar-nominated films Wild and Dallas Buyers Club, as well as for directing the first season of the Emmywinning series Big Little Lies, died on Dec. 25 at his cabin in Berthier-sur-Mer, near Quebec City, reportedly of a heart attack. He was 58.Shocked and saddened, Big Little Lies star Nicole Kidman (left, middle) shared, “I’m shattered … His friendship, kindness and love were an inspiring force I will carry with me.” Reese Witherspoon (bottom, with Big Little Lies co-star Laura Dern, Dallas Buyers Club star Matthew McConaughey and Jean-Marc) worked with the director on the HBO series and…

Quotes of the week “I think I won a People’s Choice Award … Honestly, I forgot what I was there for because I was sitting next to Tom Hiddleston”A starstruck Simu Liu looks back on a highlight of 2021 – besides his star turn in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings “I feel both 48 and 26. I’ve had a lot of life in my life. I had a lot of life really young, so I think I feel older”Actress Dakota Johnson on what it’s like to be 32 “We did it! 1/2/22 Ross and I said I do!”Happy new year, indeed! Hairspray star Ricki Lake reveals she’s tied the knot with lawyer Ross Burningham “It comes as a complete and unexpected surprise, and is the kindest and most…

STREAMING EUPHORIA As a long-awaited second season of the hit drama debuts, fans can look forward to reuniting with Rue – the series’ lovableyet-troubled teen protagonist. Star Zendaya teases that “the stakes are higher” now, as Rue and her friends find themselves embroiled in the world of drug dealing. And will she reignite the spark with her on-off love interest, Jules? Tune in to find out! Jan. 9, Crave MOVIE SCREAM Twenty-five years after the quiet town of Woodsboro was struck with a spate of murders, a new serial killer bursts onto the scene, terrorizing the California neighbourhood once more. Watch for Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette, who all return in this fifth instalment of the horror franchise, reprising their roles from the original films. Jan. 14 MUSIC…

LIGHTING THE WAY New Year’s revellers around the world said hello to 2022 by looking on the bright side! Clockwise from top: A drone lion display makes for a roaring good time at London’s Old Royal Naval College; boaters in Sydney Harbour are all fired up; Taipei 101 skyscraper is showered with 16,000 fireworks; Bandra-Worli Sea Link in Mumbai shows its love of laser lights; a synchronized sensation in the UAE as 452 drones set off pyrotechnics all at once; Manila is magical at the Quezon Memorial Circle; and night swimmers at Brazil’s Copacabana Beach enjoy the show.…

GET THE LOOK She may be just 23 but Elle has racked up years of red-carpet experience from her countless film and TV roles. At the season 2 première of her period comedy The Great, she shone in pink, with makeup artist Erin Ayanian Monroe perfectly complementing her dress by dusting sparkling shadow on her lids, adding flicks of eyeliner for emphasis. Her lips were enhanced in a rosy tone and her cheeks flushed with her signature blush. Elle’s magnificent updo, complete with two black bows, was the work of hairstylist Jenda Alcorn, who is also credited with creating the actress’s signature blond locks. Jenda leaned into nostalgia and gave a nod to the ’50s with this sweeping beauty statement. Fresh, fun and romantic. Huzzah!…

Last time we chatted with Eric McCormack, he was crossing his fingers for his son who had just auditioned for his high-school musical. “He got the part!” Eric says, two years later. “And now he’s in college for music. I think he’s found his passion.” It makes the Toronto native, who shares son Finnigan, 19, with wife Janet, think of how he followed his own dreams two decades ago when he moved to Hollywood – and landed the role of a lifetime on Will & Grace. Just last month, Eric, 58, was celebrated for that groundbreaking portrayal, among other career feats, when he received a Trailblazer Award at the Whistler Film Festival (where his new movie, Drinkwater, also premièred). I’D LIKE TO THANK … My parents were always supportive of…