Table of contents for ISSUE 821 in Closer

A new movement called FIRE is quietly gathering momentum. It stands for Financial Independence Retire Early and essentially means saving like fury while you’re young in the hope of quitting the grind in middle age – or before – to enjoy a life of leisure. On p16 we talk to a couple who manage to invest half their income and plan to stop work and travel when they’re 40. It sounds great, but for the majority of young people who struggle to meet the bills as it is, it’s an impossible dream. However, if you want to indulge your lust for life for longer, there is apparently another way. On p26 Linda Lusardi and Jenny Powell both say being with younger men is the key to their age-defying vitality. So…

She’s no stranger to surgery, and has previously admitted to having a nose job, boob job, lip fillers and Botox since rising to fame on TOWIE in 2010. But last week, Lauren Goodger sparked panic among fans that she’d now gone to worrying extremes when she was pictured out celebrating her 32nd birthday. The star was barely recognisable from the fresh-faced and natural look she sported on TOWIE eight years ago. Fans couldn’t hide their shock online, with one cruelly posting, “You look like a man in a dress! In fact I’ve seen men in dresses who look more feminine than you. Yeah, you’ve lost a bit of weight, but what you’ve done to your face is beyond repair.” SELF-CONSCIOUS Another added, “It’s actually quite shocking what she has done…

Closer’s psychologist Emma Kenny says, “PTSD is caused by an event that significantly heightens negative emotions within an individual. It’s often seen in ex-soldiers, but it can affect people in everyday life. In Jordan’s case, it could be the traumatic split from Kieran. Her recent behaviour is typical of PTSD – sufferers can turn to drink and drugs to emotionally numb themselves, or put themselves at risk with destructive behaviour. While in rehab, Jordan will be having intense therapy and undergo mental health assessments. “PTSD sufferer Mel B reached out last week, which will be helpful. Any kind of interaction with other sufferers is positive, as it gives hope about the future.”…

She found fame on EastEnders as fresh-faced Sam Mitchell in 1990, but Danniella Westbrook’s real life has often proved more dramatic than any soap, with the 44 year old battling drug addiction, divorce, abuse and money issues. And last week, her life took another tragic turn when she revealed she had been diagnosed with womb cancer. The actress – whose mother also battled womb cancer when Danniella was 15, but later recovered – explained she began suffering heavy bleeding a year and a half ago and went on a two-day cocaine binge to cope after being given the diagnosis, before vowing to fight. It is yet another tragic twist in the tale of Danniella’s life. She first entered the spotlight as a child model, but admitted she suffered sexual abuse…

MUTYA BUENA: ‘I take advice from my daughter!’ She’s been in the spotlight for nearly 20 years, rising to fame as one third of the Sugababes in 2000. But Mutya Buena says that being famous has made finding love difficult. She reveals, “Being in the public eye has made dating hard. One guy tried to sing a Sugababes song to me on a date and said he wanted to duet, and another bloke started talking about my Wikipedia page. I’m not down with that – I find it cringey.” Mutya, 33 – who joined the Sugababes aged just 15 – has had a turbulent love life over the years. She had daughter Tahlia with ex-boyfriend Jay aged just 19 before enduring a string of unsuccessful relationships. And the singer says…

Elaine Hayward, 37, is a writer from London. She says, “People who scrimp, save and squirrel away in their 20s and 30s are wasting the best years of their life. They’re not living it to the full, and by the time they get around to their retirement, it might be too late. My ‘freedom years’ are already here and I plan to enjoy them and live for today. "After finishing university at 22, I moved to London for work. When I hit my thirties, although I didn’t have a pension, I managed to save a deposit for a one-bed flat in north London. It was expensive, but I wanted to be in the city. Then, in 2016, my mum was diagnosed with cancer of the bladder at the age of…

Katie Nicholl – a royal correspondent and author of Harry: Life, Loss And Love – tells Closer, “When Harry and Meghan got married, I predicted that they would be an alternative royal couple, and I think we are seeing just that. They are doing things differently and that’s no bad thing. It was a busy and very successful week for Meghan with the launch of her cookbook, Together, and we also saw her carry out her first solo engagement at the Royal Academy of Arts, and host a palace lunch. Frankly, they can do what they want in their free time and going away for the weekend was probably a very appealing invite. They need and deserve some downtime and I don’t think anyone should begrudge them that.”…

MY BODY…  “I’m naturally quite slim and I do find it hard to retain weight. I think it’s hereditary – my family are slim and I’ve got quite an athletic build.” DIET…  “I’m a pescatarian, so I eat a small amount of fish, but I’m generally veggie. All I really eat is pasta, jacket potatoes and veg.” NEW MUSIC…  “I’m a bit more than halfway through my second record now. I actually only started it last year. I’m really excited about the direction in which it’s gone.”…

She admitted she struggled with her heartache following the breakdown of her engagement to Joshua Sasse in February 2017 – amid rumours he’d grown close to Spanish actress Marta Milans. But after finding happiness with GQ creative director Paul Solomons, 43, this year – with the pair going public at her 50th birthday bash in May – Kylie Minogue has revealed her new love is completely different to her past failed romances. Opening up last week, the singer said, “It doesn’t compare. It’s lovely. He’s not on the road with me because he’s got a job and commitments, as much as I would love him to be. He is in my thoughts throughout every show. I am so appreciative of what I have in my life right now.” Speaking candidly…

Fans were shocked when they called time on their relationship in February, but now Justin Theroux has finally broken his silence on the collapse of his two-year marriage to Jennifer Aniston. Describing the split as a “gentle separation” with “no animosity”, Justin explained, “Neither one of us is dead, neither one of us is looking to throw hatchets at each other… It’s more like, it’s amicable. It’s boring, but, you know, we respected each other enough that it was as painless as it could be.” He added, “It was heartbreaking. Only in the sense that the friendship would not be the same, as far as just the day to day. But the friendship is shifting and changing, you know, so that part is something that we’re both very proud of.”…

They’ve been loved-up from day one, storming to victory in the live final of Love Island 2018. But Jack Fincham – one half of one of the nation’s favourite couples – says that, since moving in together, he and girlfriend Dani Dyer have unexpectedly come to blows. He says, “We’re always bickering – we have little bickers all the time. But it’s only about silly things. Like she’ll say, ‘What have you done that for? Why have you left that there?’ It’s nothing serious, just silly arguments, like everyone has.” WEDDING PLANS And Jack, 26, admits that his untidiness is a major bone of contention in the couple’s household. He adds, “I’m messy, I’m terrible. I can’t help it – I don’t know what it is. I’ll be doing something…

PRETTY PETAL Naomi Watts, 49 The actress never fails to impress with her lust-worthy wardrobe, and this romantic dress is another hit. We love the metallic mix of florals combined with the structured balloon sleeves. LIME CRIME Poppy Delevingne, 32 Like it or loathe it, this citrus pairing isn’t going to look as fashion-fabulous on us mere mortals – we’re still not sure if the model gets away with it. But we heart those sunnies! ALL-WHITE Rachel Stevens, 40 Simplicity at its best, singer Rachel proves less is more in this simple outfit, teaming the off-white two-piece with a totally-on-trend translucent bag and suede heels. Très bon. TARTAN TERROR Rita Ora, 27 Catching the Versace show at Milan Fashion Week, the singer opted for this slightly unusual dress, which we…

HOW IT WORKS 1 Pick one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner every day. Feel free to repeat meals you enjoy and you’ll find more ideas at www.slimmingworld.co.uk, or if you join your local Slimming World group. 2 Foods printed in bold are “Free Food” which you can enjoy freely to satisfy your appetite with no weighing, counting or measuring. Base meals around Free Food, like veg, pasta, lean meat, fish, rice, potatoes, fat-free dairy, eggs and more. Meat substitutes Quorn and vegan Quorn fillets, mince and pieces (plain only) and naturally smoked and plain tofu also count as Free Food. And if you feel hungry between meals, snack on fresh fruit, veg crudités and fat-free natural yoghurt. 3 As well as Free Food, stock up on fat-free salad dressings,…

LOST 3ST 12½LBS HEIGHT: 5FT 5 WAS: A SIZE 16 AND 13ST NOW: SIZE 10 AND 9ST 1½LBS ‘I can finally run around after the kids’ Caroline Palmieri, 38, from Warminster, Wiltshire, ditched comfort eating and has never felt better. The mum-of-three says, “I was eight months pregnant when I moved to Devon with my husband, Matt, who’s in the Army. Feeling lonely, I ate daily cream teas and cake and my weight crept up to 13st – too big for my 5ft 5 frame. Four months after having my daughter, Effie, I joined Slimming World. My Consultant instantly made me feel at ease, and I found cooking from scratch wasn’t too time consuming, so the plan fitted in well with being a new mum. Instead of skipping breakfast, I…

Atenth of us take protein supplements, and 18 per cent of women aged 16-24 do, but none of us need more protein. Women require 45g – which equates to two eggs, a salmon fillet and half a can of beans – while for men it’s a little bit more at 56g a day. But the average intake is 64g and 88g respectively. The protein powder craze is a triumph of marketing over fact. FAKE SCIENCE There’s persuasive science-y rubbish on the back of the tubs, and a picture of abs on the front, and it sells, but no one needs it. There’s also no real regulation around these supplements. I’m sure they’re tested as foods, but they’re sold in a scientific way, without anything to back it up. The fact…

Social media certainly knows how to mess with your mind. And never more so than when a former flame “likes” your posts or watches your Instagram stories – something called “micro-stalking”. It can be an active move, where you’re alerted to them having reacted to your profile, or it can be passive, when they’re unaware you can see they’ve watched you online. Both are equally confusing! If you ended things and they’re making “active moves”, then I believe they’re testing the water to see if there’s a second chance. But if they rejected you, I think it’s a power trip. They don’t want to be with you, but they want to watch what’s going on in your life on their terms. A guy who didn’t want to pursue things with…

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1 THE X FACTOR JUDGES’ HOUSES SAT 6/SUN 7 OCT, 8.35PM/8PM, ITV Decisions, decisions… New BFFs Simon, Robbie, Ayda and Louis take their six chosen acts to glamorous locations around the world to be whittled down ahead of the exciting live shows. David Walliams gets to be Robbie’s wingman, while Simon brings in pals Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Ryan Seacrest. Louis has got Liam Payne and Nile Rodgers, while Ayda rocks up with Adam Lambert and Leona Lewis. A-list-tastic! FACTFILE  A reminder of those categories: Robbie Williams has the Groups and Ayda has the Overs. Simon has the Girls and Louis Tomlinson has the Boys. Btw, loving Robbie’s outfit... 2 THE APPRENTICE KARREN IS NOT AMUSED WED 10 OCT, 9PM, BBC1 The week two task: Create a new comic…

MUST READ Nine Perfect Strangers (LIANE MORIARTY) The eagerly anticipated novel from the number one bestselling author sees nine stressed city dwellers arrive at health-and-wellness resort Tranquillum House, which promises total transformation. Miles from anywhere, without cars or phones, they have no way to reach the outside world. Watching over them is the resort’s director, a woman on a mission. But behind the retreat’s glamorous facade lies a dark agenda – and this lot have no idea what’s about to hit them. A gripping read. BEST DAY OUT Thorpe Park Fright Nights Cripes, it’s that time of year again. For those of you who actually enjoy being scared, Thorpe Park is once more opening its gates for annual eek-fest, Fright Nights, from 5-31 October. Expect ten live action scare zones,…

LIBRA 23 SEP–22 OCT Your planet, Venus, is about to go into a retrograde cycle, so it’s a chance to reassess. Think about where you are in your life, and where you have come from. You probably have a lot to be grateful for. Who can you thank? Hear more about the weekly stars by calling my phone line on 0906 7511 677.* SCORPIO 23 OCT-21 NOV Venus – the planet of love and abundance – is in your sign, which is a good thing. But she is also going backwards in Scorpio, so expect a little trip down memory lane both this week and over the coming weeks. Who would it warm your heart to see again? Hear more about the weekly stars by calling my phone line on…

That’s our ideal bedfellow too, Sophie. Hot, tasty and a firm bottom made for biting into. Grrrrr. Devoutly religious Stacey reveals God has made her Patron Saint of Doughnuts. He moves in mysterious ways. Alicia Keys’ hot yoga class takes a worrying turn when the sweat from other attendees creates a major flooding issue. Can someone hurry up and teach her the fish pose! Ever wondered what gets Sheryl’s goat? It’s when the goat gets on Sheryl! The Spice Girls reveal Posh’s stand-in for their reunion. Having heard the GC screech, we can confirm she’s perfect for the role. PARIS HILTON Just so you know, Paris, we always walk around pretending to be on the phone, just in case we bump into you. CHARLIE KING Back off, Charlie! We were…

‘ WRITING TRACKS HAS HELPED HER DEAL WITH THE HURT AND FRUSTRATION’ She announced her split from Liam Payne in July, following months of speculation over mounting tension in their two-and-a-half-year relationship. And last week it was claimed that Cheryl was planning to spill the beans on their breakup, in her emotional comeback single Love Made Me Do . The notoriously private singer may shock fans as she describes herself as a “sucker” who “falls in love” with “every f***er” in leaked lyrics from the explicit track. And insiders say that, as the reality of single life sinks in, the star, 35, is adamant she won’t be painted as the villain in their relationship. A source reveals, “Friends know she’s felt frustrated over how she’s often been portrayed as the…

Lauren laughed off rumours of recent surgery in an Instagram video, insisting, “I’ve not had any surgery done!” – but celeb surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe says he’s alarmed by Lauren’s drastically different appearance. He says, “Lauren looks extremely artificial. She’s had Botox and fillers in her lips and chin, which has made her face quite square. She could also have had a thread face lift, to give her a pinched eyebrow look, as her skin appears very tight. I’d say she’s also had some buccal fat – the fat in your lower cheeks – removed to give her sullen cheeks. She’s gone too far with these procedures. Lauren’s sucked into the cycle of wanting more and more changes. She’s going down a dangerous path – she’s already destroyed her natural beauty…

Nurse Clare O’Neill, 35, spent three weeks in The Priory in December 2012, after being diagnosed with stress-related clinical depression, and admits the experience can prove tough. She explains, “People might think that a spell at The Priory is like a luxurious hotel stay, but most patients in there have experienced personal suffering, grief or distress and are there to resolve their issues – it can be pretty gruelling. “The therapists are trained to ask the right questions to get to the heart of your problems, but it is up to the patient to discover what beliefs or fears might be holding them back or causing problems in their lives. This is often difficult to truly understand, but everyone takes their own time coming to these realisations. “I found group…

She became friends with Danniella after they worked together on Cosmetic Surgery Live in 2004 and interviewed the former EastEnders actress for Closer in 2014. And presenter Vanessa Feltz says Danniella’s a natural-born fighter, and believes she will tackle her recent cancer diagnosis head on. Vanessa says, “My partner Ben [Ofoedu] found out Danniella had been diagnosed before it went public, as he saw her at an event recently and she confided in him. She was terrified and emotional about it all, but Danniella is tougher than people think. She’s been through so many lows, but she bounces back every time. She always jokes that she’s a cat with nine lives, and let’s just hope she has nine more left. “Danniella loves life and passionately loves her children. She’s always…

Mary Okoroafor lives in a semidetached house in the commuter town of Dartford, Kent, with her husband Ken and their two sons, Joshua, five, and Elias, three. They drive a secondhand car, shop at Aldi on a £50 per week budget and don’t own the latest gadgets. But Mary and Ken, both 34, don’t struggle for money. In fact, when they got married seven years ago, the pair started putting half of their £40,000 combined salary into savings. They’ve used their money to invest wisely, meaning they’ll continue to make returns into their old age. In fact, they’re building up such a hefty nest egg, they could even retire. BIG SACRIFICES Mary, a marketing manager, says, “We have to cut back on the simplest of pleasures – we have a…

She only married Prince Harry in May, but Meghan Markle hasn’t had the easiest time since their nuptials – mainly due to public outbursts from the former actress’ half-sister Samantha and her father Thomas. But last week, the pair faced a fresh backlash after it was revealed that they had attended a secret boozy weekend in Amsterdam, alongside celebs including radio host Nick Grimshaw and fashion designer Henry Holland. Insiders claim the pair were invited by Soho House boss Nick Jones to enjoy two boozy parties to celebrate the new luxury private members’ club in the Netherlands – where they enjoyed red wine, lobster spaghetti and tiramisu. Meghan’s friend Markus Anderson – who is thought to have introduced the then- Suits star to Harry in 2016 – was spotted chatting…

‘ SOMETIMES IT FEELS AS IF PEOPLE WANT TO SEE HER FAIL’ Her marriage to Wayne Rooney has endured its fair share of ups and downs, and last year was especially turbulent after the footballer was hit with a drink-drive arrest following his boozy night out with party girl Laura Simpson. Coleen was pregnant with their fourth child, Cass, at the time. Yet despite attempting to start a new chapter with their recent move to Washington DC, pals say Coleen was left feeling hurt and embarrassed last week when psychic Mrs Jessica revealed she had given her a reading about her love life – insisting, “I’m very precise in my readings – I saw troubles in the marriage.” EXPOSED A source reveals, “Coleen felt betrayed that the psychic she visited…

LINDA LUSARDI, 60 ‘ We’re still active in the bedroom – it’s important’ Former glamour model Linda Lusardi, 60, has been married to ex- Brookside actor Sam Kane, 49, for 20 years. The couple have daughter Lucy, 21, and son Jack, 16. Linda says, “When Sam and I got together, it was very flattering to have this gorgeous young man interested in me. I did initially worry about our age-gap, and that by the time I reached 60, he would still only be in his late forties – but the differences between us are barely noticeable. If anything, Sam is probably more mature than I am! He has given me a much younger outlook on life and I think if I’d been with someone my age, or older, I’d have…

Lisa Armstrong made no secret of her heartache following the collapse of her 11-year marriage to TV presenter Ant McPartlin in January, or her feelings of betrayal when his new romance with former PA Anne-Marie Corbett was exposed in March. And now insiders say that make-up artist Lisa, 41, couldn’t help but feel stung when Ant, 42 – who entered rehab in June 2017 for an addiction to painkillers and for a second time earlier this year following his drink drive arrest – was described as “happier than I’ve seen him in years” by a friend on social media. PR Simon Hargreaves Tweeted a photo of Ant with the caption, “Six months sober, annoyingly healthy looking, and happier than I’ve seen him in years.” A source tells Closer , “To…

NEVER SACRIFICE WHO YOU REALLY ARE FOR LOVE Six months ago, I split with my long-term partner and father to my girls [Ariana, five, and Siera, two] Adam [Horsley] after six years together. I thought we were the real deal, and it took me a long time to get over and get to where I am now. When you’ve been with someone for so long and suddenly it’s over, it’s hard to adjust to a new version of your life. I forced myself to pick up the pieces and get on with it for the sake of my girls. In all honesty, it was over a long time ago and we didn’t address it, but eventually we had the chat and he moved out. I gave up so much for…

1 ALL-OVER OCHRE Top-to-toe yellow was big for summer, but over the coming months, it’s all about ochre tones. You’ll get your sunshine fix all year round with this look – layer with autumnal caramel and oxblood shades. 2 PERFECT PYTHON New Look is reigning supreme in the arm-candy department, and snake print is big news. These could-be-designer beauties tick off every key style, from the bum bag to the box and, at under £16 each, you’ll want to get all three. 3 RETRO JEWELS Think chunky chains, layered bangles and door-knocker earrings to channel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s look. They’re on the high street, but everyone will think you’re wearing heirlooms. 4 DO-IT-ALL SCARF This silky printed number is the hard-working accessory you’ve been waiting for. Tie it around your neck,…

JUST LANDED GLOSS GIVER MARK. AT AVON LIQUID LIP IN CHIC FEELINGS (WITH A £2.50 DONATION TO COPPAFEEL) WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT? October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and Avon beauty brand mark. is donating £2.50 from each sale of this Liquid Lip Gloss to CoppaFeel. WHY WE LOVE IT: We always embrace an opportunity to do good while looking good, too. This moody pink shade is the perfect summer swap as it’s more pigmented and that extra bit moisturising, too. GET THE LOOK... FELINE FLICKS Get the retro cat-eye look, like Lauren and Alessandra, with our pick of the best brilliant liquid eyeliners ❶ EASY TO USE SHISEIDO ARCH LINER INK EYELINER £22 The firm angled tip makes application easier, so you won’t have to awkwardly bend your wrist…

DINNER (Choose 1) KOREAN PORK & RICE BOWLS Serves 4. Ready in 30 mins • 300g brown basmati rice • 2 tbsp oyster sauce • 1 tsp dark soy sauce, plus extra to serve • 2cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and finely grated • 2 garlic cloves, crushed •1/2 level tsp chopped red chillies in vinegar from a jar, drained • 400g pork fillet, all visible fat removed, sliced • Low-calorie cooking spray • 1 level tsp sesame seeds • 75g lettuce leaves, shredded • 75g radishes, thinly sliced • 75g mangetout, shredded lengthways •1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced • Vegetables, to serve 1. Put the rice in a non-stick pan with 600ml boiling water and a pinch of salt and bring to the boil. Stir and cover, then reduce…

For years we’ve been told to count units and not exceed 14, but new advice is simpler. While you should still try to adhere to the recommended limits, also always have two consecutive drink-free days a week. Research has shown that people aged 45 to 65 are most likely to drink too much, and cutting out booze for a couple of days is easier than swapping from large glasses to small ones to cut units. While it’s still best to drink moderately the rest of the time, two days off will give your liver a break, improve your sleep and help with weight loss. Cheers to that!…

e asked the experts to share their tips, and found that there are lots of easy ways to boost your home’s profit potential. Ready, set, sell! BE REALISTIC Tempting as it is, picking the agent who promises you the highest price could end in tears – and no sale – because overpriced properties are hard to shift. Speak to several local estate agents to find an average, and ask friends who have recently sold – or look on Zoopla to see what similar properties have sold for in the area. Above all, be realistic – you won’t always see a return on renovation costs, so manage your expectations. CHOOSE THE RIGHT TIMING Houses tend to sell quicker when they’re looking their best, according to specialists at Moneyguru.com, and one way…

How does it feel to be back in Walford? It feels crazy. On one hand it’s like I never left, and on the other it feels like a new job again… And you’re straight into this hugely important storyline? [EastEnders boss] John Yorke called me and said, “We want to bring you back and this is the nature of the storyline.” I said I was happy to do it, as long as I could work closely with an organisation such as Rape Crisis. I just want to do the topic justice, and it’s great to be given this platform to get people talking. Where do you hope it will lead? I’m hoping that young people will watch the show and have more of an education about sex and relationships; the…

CLOSER’S STYLE EDITOR DANIELA BELLANCA SAYS, “Even if your wedding invite doesn’t come with a dress code, there’s a silent etiquette that you should follow. Number one, under no circumstance must you upstage the bride, and number two, church ceremony or not, your dress must be wedding-appropriate – flashing flesh is strictly off limits. Cheryl’s Zuhair Murad dress (approx £6,000) is fully loaded with embellishments, see-through mesh panels and feathers. She’s breaking the girl code on all levels. There’s no arguing that she has the body for it, but surely this outfit belongs on stage or the red carpet.”…

‘ SHE’S BEEN MAKING JOKES ABOUT HAVING A ‘REHAB PARTY’ AND DOESN’T SEEM TO BE TAKING IT SERIOUSLY’ She’s been on a downward spiral since the collapse of her third marriage to Kieran Hayler in May, diving headfirst into romances with personal trainer Kris Boyson and millionaire Alex Adderson, as well as indulging in boozy nights and becoming embroiled in a cocaine scandal in Mallorca. But last week, Jordan, 40 – real name Katie Price – appeared to finally face up to reality when she was pictured entering rehab clinic The Priory following an intervention by her family. She’ll be treated at the facility for 28 days, after being diagnosed with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). The mum of five is allowed to go home at night, but is banned from…

‘ SHE FEELS PEOPLE ARE ALWAYS READY TO TAKE A POP AT THEM’ They’ve had a tough few months, with intense speculation over the state of their marriage. And last week, the Beckhams came under fire once again when David faced an onslaught of criticism after being cleared of speeding charges when his lawyer got him off on a technicality. The ex-footballer, 43, was caught driving at 59mph in a 40mph zone in January this year, but because the legal papers were served a day late, David’s lawyer Nick Freeman – nicknamed Mr Loophole due to his reputation for helping celebs escape prosecution – was able to avoid the conviction. Speaking after the verdict, David issued a statement, saying, “I am very relieved and very happy with my legal team”.…

1990 She joined EastEnders at 16 as Sam Mitchell, but her drug use and partying interfered with her work and she was written out in 1996. 2000 She was pictured leaving the British Soap Awards with an eroded nasal septum – due to drug use – leaving the nation shocked. 2001 After crediting businessman Kevin Jenkins for helping her get clean at rehab, they married and welcomed daughter Jody. 2005 She attended a Living TV event alongside close pal Jade Goody and, at the time, was clean from drugs. 2010 Alongside her husband Kevin and kids, the family moved to California, where Danniella became a born-again Christian. 2014 The star broke down on live TV after admitting she’d relapsed with drugs following the collapse of her marriage to Kevin. 2016…

Mary and Ken share some of their extreme budgeting tips with Closer readers: • To live a healthier lifestyle, we cut out red meat and now eat a plant-based diet, which saves around £40 a month. We only shop at Aldi, and buy own-brand food. • Cancel your gym membership. Running is great exercise – and completely free. • We don’t have Netflix or Sky and stick to watching Freeview. Less TV also frees up time to develop side passions and projects. Mary runs a party business at Marzparty.com. • Buy clothing carefully. Unsubscribe to any newsletters that will tempt you to make impulse purchases. Supermarkets offer the latest trends at really cheap prices. • Put thermostats on radiators so you only need to heat rooms you’re using. • Make…

Lizzie Cundy, 48, who has interviewed Meghan, says, “I adore Meghan and Harry, but this doesn’t look good. Our Royal Family are so loved, and should hold themselves to a higher standard. When Meghan agreed to marry Harry, she knew she was signing up to leave much of her celebrity life behind. The Queen has already talked recently about wanting to hand duties over to the younger royals, so they need to act accordingly. Clearly some of Meghan’s celeb friends can’t be trusted, as someone has leaked their presence, and there will be people out there thinking, “Are we paying for them to have this boozy trip?” All eyes are on Meghan and she needs to understand that there is a price to pay for being the Duchess of Sussex.…

‘ SHE HASN’T LET HER INJURIES DEFINE HER’ Nineteen years ago, Pam Warren survived one of the worst rail accidents in British history, in which 31 people died and 523 were wounded. Pam, now 51, was one of the most severely injured. She was travelling in the first carriage on the high-speed train into London when it collided with another one leaving Paddington. She was engulfed by a fireball and left in a coma for three weeks. Doctors didn’t expect her to survive. PSYCHOLOGICAL SCARS Incredibly, she did – but the surgery to repair her burnt skin meant she needed to wear a plastic mask for 23 hours a day for 18 months, leading to her being dubbed “The Lady In The Mask”. And while her physical wounds took years…

They welcomed her first child, son Jayden, four months ago – and Chloe Green and Jeremy Meeks looked more in love than ever as they soaked up the sun in Monaco last week. Socialite Chloe, 27, showed off her enviable bikini body while cosying up to “hot felon” boyfriend Jeremy, 34, on her father Sir Phillip Green’s yacht. The couple, who have been dating since August 2017, also made their first red-carpet appearance together since becoming parents. Speaking at the bash last week, Jeremy – who served a nine-year jail term for grand theft and whose criminal mugshot went viral in 2014, landing him a modelling contract – admitted that the Topshop heiress gatecrashed a dinner party early on in their romance so the pair could spend time together. “I…

GET HER LOOK GIGI HADID No one nails off-duty chic quite like Gigi. She gives her slogan top and jeans a supermodel spin by adding a colour-pop-heel-and-bag combo. Steal her style with our top picks… CATWALK TO HIGH STREET We’re obsessed with GLOW star Alison Brie’s style, and this Tory Burch number (£1,110) is no exception. So, imagine our delight when we discovered this copycat at a fraction of the price. EVERYBODY’S WEARING... ZEBRA PRINTS These A-listers have been showcasing their wild side in a variety of zebra-print pieces. Join the fash pack with these monochrome must-haves……

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So, how was the trip? GORDON, 51: What a trip. If there’s ever a marriage made in heaven it has to be a Scotsman, an Italian man and a French man… Did you annoy each other? GORDON: Gino thinks he can siesta from eight o’clock in the morning until four o’clock in the afternoon. He is a man who needs lots of sleep and he doesn’t like working too hard! GINO, 42: When you live in each other’s shoes like we did for nearly a month, there are always things that annoy you about each other. But then everything is fine, you get on, you make peace. Did you have any fallouts? GORDON: Yes, because every time Gino reversed the van it was like he was reversing a bumper car…