Table of contents for Issue 1101 in Closer

NEWS She was pictured fresh-faced and smiling as she left a beauty salon last weekend after getting her eyebrows preened. And as This Morning viewers continue to compliment presenter Cat Deeley's sense of style and all-round demeanour on ITV's flagship daytime show, insiders reveal how the new star of the show treats her fitness regime like “a military operation”. Our source says, “Cat's feeling more energised than ever at 47 and is proud of her age, but it doesn't happen naturally. She sticks to a strict regime, and she's been upping the ante ever since she got the top job. She has always felt confident, but she wants to give this gig her all and wants to be in peak condition when it comes to mind and body. “She starts…

Mum of two Rebekah Hayes, 39, lives in Alton, Hampshire. She says, “Running up and down on the spot to a workout video with Clara, my two-year-old, by my side, I suddenly felt a throbbing pain in my head. I'd been back and forth to the doctor over the last couple of months with headaches, only to be prescribed stronger painkillers. “Just the day before I'd had to call my husband David, now 38, to come home from work to look after Clara and my five-month-old baby, Annie, after my vision became blurry. “It was March 2019, and it felt like a sledgehammer was inside my skull. When I started being violently sick, David called Mum to look after the girls and took me to our local medical centre, where…

STARTING OUT Katie never believed she was destined for a “normal job”, which was confirmed back in the '90s when she made her Page 3 debut aged 18. The topless segment launched her career and ‘Jordan’ persona, with Katie calling the controversial page “an institution, light-hearted and cheeky”. TV DREAMS By 2004, Katie was a fullyfledged star, so it was no surprise that her jungle romance with Mysterious Girl heartthrob Peter Andre on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! attracted endless attention. Despite not being crowned Queen of the Jungle, she was certainly a winner in love. WEDDING BELLS In September 2005, Katie and Pete took things to the next level in their whirlwind romance by tying the knot. For the ceremony at Highclere Castle, Hampshire, the bride…

After swapping Essex for LA, Chloe Sims is finally making her US dreams come true as she rubs shoulders with Hollywood's rich and famous. And we get to have a front row seat to her new life once again with the return of her reality show, House Of Sims. Chloe, 42, is back with her brother Charlie, 32, and sisters Frankie and Demi. But it's not all happy families. In fact, it's the exact opposite! The siblings are at war. In an explosive clip aired recently, Chloe is branded a “compulsive liar” by her younger sister Frankie, 29, while Demi, 27, reaches out to throw a drink at Chloe, descending into a physical fight. Frankie and Demi have now returned home with their LA dream destroyed. Chloe, who found fame…

When Josephine Bridges was diagnosed with terminal bone cancer aged just 17, surgeons urged her to consider amputation, but she fought to save her leg, believing that life as an amputee would put an end to the active lifestyle she loved. The following years were full of surgeries, infections and pain, and by 2018 Josephine, now 34, felt her only option was to have her leg removed. Afterwards, total strangers helped raise £100,000 towards a prosthetic limb which would allow active Josephine to run, climb and swim again. And to re-pay the kindness back, she went on to found a limb disability charity which provides grants for those in need of prostheses and physio. KINDNESS Josephine, says, “I thought an amputation would hold me back from doing the things I…

When Jen Mullen decided she wanted to get a nip and tuck, she knew her bestie Michelle Clancy would want in on the action too. The pair travelled to Lithuania, where they underwent matching breast implant removals and replacements, boob lifts, liposuction on their bellies, backs and hips, and tummy tucks. The total cost of the procedures was £7,500 each, plus a further £525 each for flights and hotel. Jen, 50, says, “Michelle is like a sister to me and we've always done everything together. After kids, health scares, and as we were creeping up to 50, we both decided to go all-out and get full surgical mummy makeovers. We couldn't be happier with our results, and I'm so glad I had my bestie by my side the whole time.”…

“This delicious clotted cream & orange cake is an absolute showstopper and is so easy. Using the clotted cream pot for measuring, there is no need for scales or any special equipment.” JULIET SEAR'S ONE POT CLOTTED CREAM & ORANGE CAKE STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 160°C fan/gas mark 3. Grease and line the base and sides of 20cm round tin. STEP 2 Spoon the clotted cream out of the pot and dollop into a large bowl. Add the sugar and beat with a wooden spoon until creamy and smooth. Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, until incorporated well. STEP 3 Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into the bowl before adding the orange zest and juice. Fold the ingredients through until you have a smooth…

INSIDE ABBIE'S FRIDGE ● Eggs ● Protein bars ● Protein yoghurts ● Mayonnaise ● Ketchup ● White sauce ● Cookie dough mix ● Avocado ● Salmon ● Butter ● Cheddar cheese ● Garlic ● Potatoes ● Peppers ● Mince ● Mixed salad ● Bacon ● Chicken ● Onions ● Tomatoes ● Stir-fry veg ● Bottled water ● Pepsi Max ● Oat mik ● Tonic water VERDICT CLOSER NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS: ‘It's great to see Abbie preps her own meals, which gives her full control over what goes into them. While getting enough protein is important for healthy muscles, combining protein-packed foods with high-fibre foods such as wholegrain bread, potatoes in their skins, brown rice and wholewheat pasta also helps us stay fuller for longer. As she dislikes…

Life balance WELLBEING FAMILY MATTERS YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES & FAMILY LIFE WITH COUNSELLOR, PSYCHOTHERAPIST AND LIFE COACH ANNA WILLIAMSON I f a friend of your child comes to your home and is badly behaved, employ empathy towards the family because at any time you could be the parent of the kid who isn't behaving. Reserve judgement of the child and the parent, because we're all just trying our best, and we all get it wrong sometimes. Prevention is key, so prior to having them over, lay the boundaries down with your own child, so they know what's expected of them. Then explain the house rules to your child's friend in a kind but firm way, so for example, “In our house there's no pushing or shoving, no bad language and…

PRESENTER JO WHILEY, 58, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND SWIMMING HELPS WITH STRESS… I'll get in the water and by the time I've done a few lengths, I feel more able to cope with things. I swim three or four times a week. SUPPLEMENTS ARE GREAT FOR HELPING ARTHRITIS… I take Wild Nutrition vitamin tablets; I have the turmeric ones. I have arthritis in my hands and fingers. I take omega oils, turmeric and magnesium which helps a lot with fidgety legs. I also have my Benecol drinks to help lower cholesterol. They're really handy to just grab on the go. DON'T UNDERESTIMATE COLD WATER… I really enjoy cold-water swimming and taking cold-water showers. It just gives you such a shock and you get a real…

AFFORDABLE TREATS! GET HER LOOK ASHLEY ROBERTS The best thing about wearing a co-ord? A ready to go outfit with no contemplating what to wear. Former Pussycat Dolls singer Ashley sported a chic monochrome set, paired with patent black courts and a small black bag. For a more casual look, style with trainers and a tote bag. IN THE NEWS… VERY.CO.UK X HATTIE BOURN Influencer Hattie Bourn, renowned for sharing daily doses of fashion, beauty and lifestyle has launched the perfect spring edit with Very.co.uk. Being a busy mum of three, Hattie knows just how to effortlessly elevate a casual outfit. Pieces include pastel knits, chic tailoring, athleisure wear and co-ords to keep you on trend this season. Refresh your wardrobe with stylish staple pieces that will give your looks the…

ZESTY YELLOW From golden honey to mustard tones, a yellow kitchen with its instant warmth, will bring sunshine to any home. If it feels too intense, balance it with charcoal or opt for calmer, pastel hues. PASSIONATE RED Be bold and make a statement to your cooking area with a ruby red. It will add energy to your space and can be softened with beach and oak accessories. PLAYFUL PINK The perfect colour for a small space and instantly soothing, introduce a sense of fun and femininity with powdery blush tones. COOL BLUE One of the most popular kitchen colours, midnight blue is easy to live with, adds depth to any space and doesn't date. Try patterned flooring to give the space a co-ordinated feel.…

Letitia Dean, 56, on Sharon's return to Walford this week… “She is completely overwhelmed by heartache and grief – mourning the death of her relationship and their family unit; she is definitely not coping! But Sharon has lost so many people in her lifetime, and it's given her a thick skin. Her main concern is Albie and it's not an option for her to be separated from him.” On the café floor caving in, Letitia adds, “It's the unimaginable for all of them. Up until this point, they have managed to dodge every hurdle, some more successfully than others, but there is no escaping this one.” FOLLOW OUR LIVE TWEETS OVER AT @CloserOnline…

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IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK It may take a bit of effort and toil on your behalf, but if you've got a goal you want to achieve, it's possible. The only catch is you've got to be willing to stay in something for the long haul. Avoid letting your temptation for the exciting next thing stray you. THIS WEEK'S CELEB STAR SIGN ARIES 21 MAR – 19 APR As the eclipse energies begin to die down, you'll get a chance to catch your breath. Relationship themes have been spotlighted and something has been seen that you cannot unsee. Keep a low profile until you figure out your desires. Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY This week looks set to be quite magical! While…

Same to you, Ed – isn't it lovely to throw back the curtains in the morning to enjoy the, er, Spring-like pouring rain. Does anyone else think there might be beef brewing between Rylan and Cat…? Yikes! GRUMPY GRAM After sustaining thirddegree burns just by slipping over in her back garden, Lottie begins to wonder if astroturf really was the best decision.…

After launching her brand-new business just a few weeks ago, royal insiders have told Closer that Meghan Markle is exhausted and already struggling with the pressure to make sure it's a success. Amid the storm of current royal drama, the world was shocked when the Duchess of Sussex announced via social media that she was launching a new lifestyle company, American Riviera Orchard. LOSING SLEEP The new brand, which is yet to fully open, will be selling items such as “fruit butters”, “legume-based spreads”, and “edible oils and fats”, according to a leaked business proposal. It's the latest project from Meghan and her husband Prince Harry, following on from the one-off Netflix series Harry & Meghan and her short-lived Spotify deal. After those didn't lead to the success she'd hoped…

'SHE DOESN'T WANT THIS OVERSHADOWING EVERYTHING’ After a series of damning accusations, Strictly Come Dancing is dealing with the kind of scandal that it's so far managed to avoid. Giovanni Pernice, 33 – who has been a professional dancer on the show since 2015 – is reportedly facing the possibility of formal complaints about his behaviour from his former partners, including Amanda Abbington, 52, Ranvir Singh, 46, and Laura Whitmore, 38. All of which has put an unprecedented strain on Strictly's long-standing presenter, Tess Daly. An insider close to Tess, 54, tells Closer, “Tess is really feeling the pressure as there is talk of Giovanni's old partners getting together to bring him down and she's worried what it's going to do to the show. She feels Strictly is in a…

When Venesa Vaughn, 47, underwent a labiaplasty following years of insecurity about her vagina, she thought it would be the answer to her problems. However, Venesa, who lives in Australia, was horrified to discover that her surgeon had amputated all of her labia, leaving her with re-occuring UTIs and pain during sex. The botched surgery left her pursuing legal action against her surgeon. She now wants to raise awareness about the dangers of labiaplasties. She says, “They should be banned. At the end of the day, labia is just skin and we need to normalise that our vaginas are perfect as they are.” Venesa's insecurities stemmed from childhood. She says, “I've always struggled with my self-esteem. My mum always commented on my weight and I constantly compared myself to others.…

They only went Instagram-official last month, but while things seemed to have cooled off between former TOWIE star Chloe Brockett and Love Island 2018 winner Jack Fincham pretty quickly, it might not be the end for them. Speaking exclusively to Closer at the launch of Celeb Ex On The Beach, Chloe, 23, explained, “I'm always on and off with Jack. It's so funny, we posted pictures together on a night out and then we had an argument and I deleted them all. I was like, ‘I'm never speaking to Jack again’. I was like, ‘I'm over it, don't ever get back with an ex’. But I was round there last night.” Describing them as a “normal” couple, Chloe shared that they often argue and then make up, but admitted, “Maybe…

She went straight from the pharmacy to the Love Island villa in 2019, and Anna Vakili reveals she has now gone back to her job as a pharmacist having found the life of an influencer was taking its toll. Anna shot to fame on the ITV show and left to a flurry of lucrative brand deals and sponsorships. She now has 1.2 million followers on Instagram and has launched a successful podcast – Sisters In The City with sister Mandi, but she recently took the decision to return to work as a pharmacist part-time. OVERWHELMED “It played on my mind that I'd studied so hard to be a pharmacist and I wasn't using it, and forgetting everything I'd learned,” Anna says, explaining that the decision to go back to work…

CHOCOLATE ALL DAY Start Easter with a hot chocolate using Cocoa Canopy chocolate beans. Add a splash of boiling water and milk. From £5.50, Waitrose, Ocado, Amazon or cocoacanopy.co.uk TAKE THE WEIGHT OFF Enjoy the new range of dine-in Indian ready meals from founder and chef of Michelin Star restaurant The Darjeeling Express, Asma Khan. From £3.50 from Ocado. SIMPLY THE BEST Launched by YouTube collective The Sidemen, Best cereal is available in two flavours and has added vitamins and minerals. From Tesco. £2/375g box.…

When I was a junior doctor, I had a physician's assistant, Steve, who was a godsend. To be clear, back then he wasn't called a physician's associate, but a physician's assistant. Having him available to run around finding X-ray results, handing in forms to the right departments and chasing up bloods – doing all the time-consuming, finickity jobs – meant I had more time to spend with patients. Steve had been a paramedic and decided he wanted to move on, so took this role. He had plenty of medical experience – more than me – and I was very grateful to him. WORRYING CASES That was my experience, but physician associates, or PAs, have been in the news lately due to some worrying cases. In one, Emily Chesterton died aged…

S crolling is addictive, because tech companies design apps to ignite the reward chemical dopamine in our brains. You get a rush from short, sharp, captivating videos, so you go back for more. But social media scrolling is not a hobby. A hobby is something that gives us interest or pleasure outside of our day-to-day life. Too much scrolling, on the other hand, can leave us feeling tired, withdrawn, overstimulated and unable to concentrate, and we can feel like we're missing out. It isn't a healthy hobby – it's an addiction, a distraction and a bad habit. A real hobby is rewarding and fun, it takes you physically and mentally out of your everyday life, and gives you a sense of achievement. It might be singing in a choir, which…

HEAD-TO-TOE Amanda effortlessly shows how to pull off a head-to-toe grey tonal look. Start with a staple blazer dress, which comes with huge re-styling potential for any occasion, then simply add a coordinating coat and boots to tie the look together. EXACT MATCH PERFECT PINSTRIPE Embrace the trend with a contemporary take on the classic shirt dress. Featuring side ruching details, this dress allows you to tailor the style to your shape for the perfect fit, while the soft blue tone will work from now right through to summer. MIDI MARVEL This midi is one of the most flattering cuts to own. Not only does it elongate your silhouette, but the drape creates a natural slimming effect. Add a utilitarian edge with the addition of pockets on the dress and…

Closer TV TV WEEK: 30 MAR-5 APR NEW SERIES 1 THIS TOWN GRITTY '80S-SET DRAMA EASTER SUN / EASTER MON, 9PM, BBC1 Peaky Blinders’ supremo Steven Knight heads back to his roots once more, with a drama set in the early '80s, at a time of great social unrest – and the birth of the 2 Tone music scene in Birmingham and Coventry. Over six gritty parts, this tells the story of a group of friends navigating change in a time of explosive violence, with some of them forming a band. There's poetry-writing Dante (Levi Brown), his soldier brother Gregory (Jordan Bolger) and their cousin Bardon (Ben Rose), whose dad is determined to get him involved with the IRA. The excellent cast also includes David Dawson (My Policeman) as a…

When Laura Nuttall complained about a series of terrible headaches which left her bed bound, her sister Gracie was worried and, in October 2018, along with her mum Nicola, she travelled from their home in Lancashire to where Laura lived in London. When they got there, they found her pale, sweaty and uncontrollably vomiting. Gracie says, “As Laura was at uni, my parents thought she had Fresher's Flu or a bad hangover, but she wasn't really a party animal. Maybe it was sister intuition but I knew she needed help, so I persuaded Mum to go and see her. SURGERY “When we saw how desperately ill she was, we called an ambulance and she was rushed to Homerton University Hospital, where she was given painkillers and a CT scan. When…

'SHE'S SELF-MADE AND WILL KEEP REINVENTING HERSELF’ Declared bankrupt for a second time, owing over £761,000 in unpaid tax, Katie Price failed to show up to the court hearing last week after yet another roller-coaster few months that insiders say have left her friends fearful things have once again reached a desperate state for the star. Earlier this month, the former glamour model was fined £880 for driving without a licence and insurance while on a two-year driving ban. It followed a spate of new surgeries and partying for the troubled mum, who was ordered into rehab by a court in 2021 after a shocking drink-drive car crash. SIGNED OFF A source tells Closer, “The constant court cases are not good but Katie won't accept that there are consequences. Whenever…

She's famed for being one of the original TOWIE girls, with her tumultuous on/off relationship with exfiancé Mark Wright reeling in viewers during the early series. And now Lauren Goodger is returning to the hit ITVBe reality show for its 33rd series. Lauren, 37, tells Closer that this time will be different because she doesn't have to deal with a cheating fiancé. RESPECTED She says, “I am a mum, I am older and I don't drink alcohol. I am sensible! I am different. I have a mature, wise head on. I have been through a hell of a lot. You're seeing who I really am. I was 22 before. I was in a relationship – there were a lot of women having affairs with my fiancé. “There was a lot…

LOVE ISLAND SPLIT: TOBY DUMPS GEORGIA They made it to the final of Love Island: All Stars, but Georgia Steel and Toby Aromolaran have called it quits just a month later. The couple had a rocky relationship in the South African villa, with fans and fellow Islanders accusing them of faking their romance on multiple occasions. But while Toby, 25, vowed to make it work, it has been reported that he was the one that called it quits with Georgia, also 25. “Toby was the one who called it a day and it came out of the blue for Georgia,” a source says. “She feels blindsided and gutted. She thought things were going really well for them, so it's been a real blow.” RYLAN: ‘I regret not getting a prenup’…

He's worked with everyone from A-list actors to billionaires, but Paul McKenna says there's no mysterious secret to fulfilling our dreams. “Success and happiness are not accidents,” he explains. “They don't randomly happen to some people and not others – they are created by certain ways of thinking.” Paul's new book, Success For Life (Headline Welbeck, £14.99), is packed with simple tricks that help us harness these ways of thinking, called the seven “super states of mind”. These include self-belief, clarity, determination, connection, creativity, energy and health, and happiness. “When you stack one on top of another, it's like having an inner superpower,” says Paul, 60. “This approach will increase your happiness, help you connect with people, feel healthier and be more optimistic.” Here's how to harness some of Paul's…

STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL SERVES: 2 TAKES: 10 MINS INGREDIENTS: ● 150g strawberries, hulled and chopped, plus extra to garnish ● 1 red apple, cored and chopped ● 1 banana, peeled and chopped ● 75g oats ● 150ml milk or coconut milk alternative METHOD: 1 Combine the strawberries, apple, banana, oats and milk in a blender or food processor. Blitz until smooth. Add a little cold water if the smoothie is too thick. 2 Divide the mixture between two serving bowls. Top with the extra strawberries and serve with granola bites, if liked. GREEN GRAPE AND APPLE SPRITZER SERVES: 2-4 TAKES: 15 MINS INGREDIENTS: ● 500g seedless green grapes, halved ● 1 green apple, cored and chopped ● 1 tsp sugar or honey (optional) ● 500ml soda water, chilled METHOD: 1 Combine…

H ave you heard of the girlfriend experience? It's essentially where one party in a situationship does all the things a girlfriend would do, but without the title or benefits of it. From offering emotional support and going on dates, to sleeping over and being intimate, we do it all, but without the acknowledgement that we're significant to the other person. You give all you've got in the hope it'll lead to an official relationship, while the other person gets their needs met without having to commit and, worst of all, can still leave things open to meet other people. It's madness. My mates and I use the term as a way to remind each other that we mustn't give the guys we're dating everything without making sure the situation…

Tracy Moores, founder of leading fragrance and beauty distributor, Glorious Brands, describes how to spot a fake fragrance ● LOOK FOR CLUES “The logo, ingredients and registered (legal address) are all quick and easy checks. Compare the logo alongside the logo of the .com site – the amends will be slight but obvious. Any difference at all is a red flag.” ● SHOP SOMEWHERE LEGIT “Online it is much more difficult to establish if we are purchasing a counterfeit product. The best way to be sure is to only buy from reputable retailers who have an online platform, or well-established e-tailers.” ● REQUEST A SAMPLE “Buy from a site that offers a ‘try before you buy’ opportunity. Companies selling counterfeit products don't offer samples, which is an easy check. Also,…

CLEVER CREAMS The skin around your eye area is much thinner and more delicate than the rest of your complexion. So it's important to treat it accordingly with an eye cream. Choosing the right formula depends on the results you are seeking. To reduce crow's feet, a retinol-based cream is your best choice. For dark circles, we recommend a brightening formula. PAMPERING PATCHES Like a face mask for your under eyes, patches deliver a dose of active ingredients and provide a quick pick-me-up for your eye area. PIXI's version uses botanical collagen and peptides to lift and firm, while the BeautyPro patches feature retinol to improve pigmentation, fine lines and uneven texture. HIGH-COVERAGE CONCEALERS A lack of sleep can wreak havoc on the eye area. Luckily, there are a host…

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