Table of contents for October 20, 2025 in Hello! Canada

Welcome to an action-packed edition of Hello! Canada – one filled with touching stories of love, resilience and reinvention. At the heart of this issue is a royal family drama that has gripped the world. King Charles – ever the protector of The Firm – faces one of his most difficult personal decisions yet. In an effort to shield those closest to him, the monarch has reportedly chosen to keep certain family members at arm’s length this Christmas – a painful move that speaks volumes about his deep sense of duty. His son and heir, Prince William, meanwhile, offers a rare glimpse into his private world in conversation with Canada’s own Eugene Levy. Speaking candidly about family and the future, William reveals how hard it was to keep calm and…

They can always be counted on to deliver Hollywood glamour! A month after making a splash at the Venice Film Festival, George and Amal Clooney brought their star power to the Big Apple, stepping out for a stateside première of the Oscar winner’s upcoming comedy-drama, Jay Kelly. Naturally, human rights lawyer Amal, 47, brought her singular fashion flair to the occasion, turning heads in a leg-baring Oscar de la Renta design adorned with fabric blooms (from the 2025 Fall/Winter ready-to-wear collection), Gianvito Rossi heels and choice jewelry, including dazzling chandelier earrings from Cartier. Making the evening extra special for the loved-up duo? It unfolded just two days after their 11th wedding anniversary. “We had a nice dinner the night before last,” George, 64, told Extra on the New York Film…

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, turned heads as she surprised crowds at Paris Fashion Week, attending the Balenciaga womenswear show to support designer Pierpaolo Piccioli in his new role at the Spanish fashion house. It was Meghan’s first-ever outing at the event and first fashion show in over a decade, so the royal stepped up her style game. The 44-year-old looked striking, wearing an all-white ensemble – a crisp shirt and wide-leg trousers topped with a dramatic cape – paired with black stilettos for the engagement. Later that evening, she changed into an elegant one-shoulder black gown with a flowing cape for a second event, sharing behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram with the caption, “About last night. Thank you @pppiccioli and @balenciaga. I’ve missed you – thanks for the love.” A longtime…

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh sampled Japanese culture and traditions during a four-day tour of the country – their first joint visit to the island nation.Edward and Sophie’s packed schedule included meeting Japan’s royal family, touring a Buddhist temple and watching a sumo-wrestling match. The trip to Tokyo and Osaka – which Edward, 61, and Sophie, 60, carried out on behalf of the duke’s brother the King – was designed to celebrate shared values and links between Britain and Japan in areas that included education, innovation, youth opportunities and women’s leadership. It also supported the U.K.’s presence at Expo 2025, which is being hosted in Osaka. ROYAL WELCOME The couple were welcomed to the capital by Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, along with their teenage…

CROSSWORD BY MATT GAFFNEY TWO OUT OF THREE AIN’T BAD ACROSS 1 Harbour cover 5 El ___ (famed painter) 10 ___ Cove (Murder, She Wrote setting) 15 Plead 18 “___ often happens #8230;” 20 Purple shade 21 Manila meal 22 Seeking, briefly 23 Trio in jazz-themed breakfast-cereal ads? 26 ___ Baby (Toni Morrison novel) 27 Sassy quality 28 Camel’s favourite stop 29 Get ready, as a slide 31 Reason not to 32 Iowa senator Joni 33 Put on ___ (fake it) 35 Some toy dogs 38 Ginsburg contemporary 41 Gets into twos 44 In the style of 45 Slapstick trio that includes actor Bridges? 48 Marcus ___, M.D. 50 “Naturally” 51 Get with your claws 52 Deep Rand 53 Woodland ways 54 Max or Buddy of boxing 56 Turn orange, maybe 57 On Cloud…

STYLE TIP High-shine pieces cry out for simple styling. Pair a metallic slip dress under tailored outerwear or a sequin skirt with a crisp buttondown shirt. The shimmer does the heavy lifting, so the rest can stay pared back. TIME TO SHINE Shimmer takes centre stage this season – and it’s no longer just about silver and gold. Leading designers amped up the wattage with sequins, intricate beading and glossy fabrics that glimmer from every angle. At Fendi, metallic-tinged socks and embellished heels hinted at a space-age future. Prada’s “pragmatic glamour” saw sequin-strewn dresses topped with utilitarian parkas. And Chanel went all in with gold-flecked tweeds. Off the runway, Dakota Johnson (above) smoulders in a molten-silver Gucci column gown. The takeaway? Shine isn’t reserved for after dark – it’s an…

Nicholas Sparks knows how to make us weep and swoon in equal measure. For three decades, he’s been bringing us epic love stories like The Notebook, A Walk to Remember, Dear John and 20 other tear-inducing tales that tug at the heartstrings and land on bestseller lists. Now, he’s walking a new path – alongside a master of suspense. Teaming up with none other than M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, Signs), Nicholas, 59, delves into the supernatural realm for his latest book, Remain (co-authored by the director). “Working with Night was a delight,” he tells Hello! Canada. “I can’t say enough great things about the process.” The pair agreed to work on a project and exchanged ideas. Then Night, 55, was off and running, penning the screenplay and sending…

‘I MARRIED AREAL-LIFE DISNEY PRINCESS’Benny Blanco Congratulations to Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco! The adorable and oh-so-in-love couple have made it official, exchanging vows in front of a group of A-list loved ones – and they couldn’t have looked happier. “I married a real-life Disney princess,” music producer Benny, 37, shared on Instagram, along with a carousel of images from the big day, including a shot of his beautiful bride. Selena, 33, glowed in a selection of three Ralph Lauren gowns, kicking things off in a delicate lace dress with a halter neckline. In a nod to her husband, a small heart was embroidered within the pattern, along with the couple’s initials and wedding date. The “Love You Like a Love Song” singer also wore a silk-satin number with a…

As if a shelf full of acting trophies weren’t reward enough, Succession star Kieran Culkin is getting another gift: baby number three! The happy news comes after the actor’s light-hearted pleas for a third child, which became one of awards season’s most memorable running gags. Thanking his wife, Jazz Charton, for their “two amazing kids” in his 2024 Emmys acceptance speech, Kieran, 43, playfully added, “And Jazz, I want more. You said maybe if I win.” From there, the family-planning punchline followed him across the circuit as he scooped up Best Supporting Actor honours for A Real Pain. At the Oscars in March, he teased his wife from the stage, “Let’s get crackin’ on those kids!” The joke, however, was already on fans. Debuting her baby bump at the opening…

Dressed in a traditional kilt and toting a handcrafted walking stick, King Charles, 76, is the picture of contentment in a colourful new portrait. Unveiled by his sister, Princess Anne, at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh last month, the image was captured in 2024 by Millie Pilkington at Balmoral Castle’s Sunken Garden. “It was an immense honour to be asked to take an official portrait of His Majesty in Scotland,” said Millie, who has photographed Charles before, as well as Prince William, Kate and their children. “Using the breathtaking backdrop of Balmoral gardens and the Highlands enabled me to reflect the King’s warmth and deep connection to nature and Scotland.” The monarch’s kilt bears the King Charles III tartan, and his stick was a gift from the Mey Highland Games.…

The experience was “like a fairytale,” says Carol Shipley, who was one of the luckyteen girls selected to attend the coronation. Submitted for consideration through her Winnipeg high school – she was top of her class, as well as student-body president – Carol was shocked to learn that she had been chosen. “The vice-principal took me by both hands and we sort of danced down the hallway while everyone else was in class. It was quite delightful.” This kicked off a life-altering experience, beginning with a week-long transatlantic sea voyage that included etiquette lessons, like learning how to curtsy and which knife and fork to use during each part of a meal. “I had no idea what half the items on the menu were, but it was emphasized that we…

From Hollywood to Buckingham Palace, tributes flooded in after Dame Jane Goodall’s death of natural causes on Oct. 1. She was 91.“You are my hero,” Leonardo DiCaprio wrote in tribute to the renowned British conservationist and primatologist. “The world has lost an extraordinary voice,” said the Prince of Wales, adding that Jane “inspired me and countless others to work to protect our planet.” Prince Harry and Meghan shared a particularly touching tribute, calling her a “visionary” and personal friend: “She held our son, Archie, when he was first born and showered love and care to those who were privileged to know her.” NURTURING SPIRIT Jane’s incredible journey began when she got a job as a secretary in Kenya and reached out to a distinguished scientist, who was looking for a…

‘SHE’S SO TALENTED, BUT ALSO SUCH A GENUINE PERSON’ When Julie Andrews arrived on the set of The Sound of Music in 1964, she had recently finished playing another iconic role – much to the delight of the youngsters playing the Von Trapp children. “She’d just filmed Mary Poppins, and she taught us how to say ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,’” Angela Cartwright, who played Brigitta, tells Hello! in our exclusive interview. “She taught us how to say it backward, too, and it’s something I’ve never forgotten.” Julie’s performances in the two roles – Maria, a young nun-in-training, and “practically perfect” nanny Mary, for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress – made her one of the world’s biggest stars. With her beautiful singing voice, radiant presence and natural warmth, she instantly became…

ICE QUEEN Cool tones are back! At Christian Cowan, dreamy watercolour blues lit up lids for bold impact, while Blumarine kept things ethereal with soft strokes of azure. From lips to fingertips, the message is clear: welcome to the ice-blue age. WAVES FOR DAYS Textured hair is officially the moment! Monse brought back glossy, ultra-polished waves that felt as sleek as Blake Lively’s signature look, while Erdem and Prabal Gurung leaned into romance with undone curls. LOUD MOUTH Runways confirmed what Taylor Swift fans already know: lipstick never lies. At Lacoste, electric fuchsia stole the spotlight, while Dsquared2 doubled down on ultra-glossy reds, radiating Lupita Nyong’o-level confidence. Stella McCartney kept it timeless with velvety crimson – pure Julia Roberts in her Pretty Woman era. NAIL IT DARK Dark polish is…

From 1974 to 1984, Henry Winkler was the personification of cool, playing Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli on Happy Days. Now, he’s a grandpa who writes children’s books – and he hasn’t lost an ounce of his trademark swagger. On the cusp of his 80th birthday on Oct. 30, Henry is back with his 40th in the genre, Detective Duck: The Mystery at Emerald Pond – an impressive feat in itself. But add in the fact that he was diagnosed with dyslexia at 31 and the cool factor increases. “You don’t ever get over dyslexia,” he tells us. “You need to negotiate it.” Not held back by his struggles, the New Yorkborn actor – who currently resides in Los Angeles – has conquered the movie, television and publishing worlds with equal…

CELINE DION Sparkles in new ad campaign Canada’s Celine Dion made a glamorous return to the spotlight as the star of Charlotte Tilbury’s holiday campaign. Taking centre stage in a new ad for the beauty brand, the singer, 57 – who was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome in 2022 – performs her hit “I’m Alive” alongside models, dancers and frequent collaborator Charlotte herself. “I was so touched when [she] asked me to be part of this campaign,” Celine told Elle. JESSICA ALBA Goes public with new love Danny Ramirez Eight months after filing for divorce, actress Jessica Alba, 44, has made her red-carpet debut with Top Gun: Maverick actor Danny Ramirez, 33. The pair – first linked during the summer – stepped out at the Mill Valley Film Festival première…

LIBRA SEPT. 24 - OCT. 23 Are you overly caught up in a captivating situation? Should you try to look at it more objectively? Just because you’re ruled by the planet of love doesn’t mean you’re incapable of standing back and making a fair assessment. Since seeing both sides of a story is one of your strengths, it’s safe to say you know what you’re doing and why. This week, as your ruler moves into your sign, have faith in yourself. This situation deserves your time and energy and it’s going to bring joy. SCORPIO OCT. 24 - NOV. 22 Just because your ruler, Pluto, is turning direct doesn’t mean a situation is going to become less bewildering. But you will find it easier to know how to respond. This…

Off-duty dressing doesn’t have to mean low-key! Case in point: Actress Katie Holmes, 46, who was spotted in New York City wearing a crisp white button-down tucked into black drawstring pants, topped with a golden-brown trench that elevated her look. Black ballet flats lent a timeless Parisian nod. But the outfit’s focal point was undoubtedly Alo’s Voyage Duffle in bordeaux leather – a $5,000 statement bag that marks the activewear label’s first stride into luxury territory. Polished yet unpretentious, Katie’s ensemble proves that a few well-chosen staples can turn simple street fashion into an aspirational style moment.…

When hotel heiress Nicky Hilton married British financier James Rothschild at Kensington Palace in 2015, two dynasties came together. Today, the couple live in New York City with their children: daughters Lily-Grace, 9, and Theodora, 7, and three-year-old son Chasen. Like her older sister, Paris, Nicky, 42, balances family life with her business endeavours: she recently launched her own jewelry brand, Theo Grace. Here, the socialite and entrepreneur shares the indulgences that add a little extra sparkle to her world. A luxury night out to me is dinner at a great restaurant, with great company, wearing a fabulous outfit. My favourite meal is steak with a great glass of red wine at Cut at 45 Park Lane in London. My biggest indulgence when it comes to luxury is travel. I love…