Table of contents for January 25, 2021 in Life & Style Weekly

Critics didn’t need the Lasso of Truth to compel them to be honest. Wonder Woman 1984 has been hailed an “empty spectacle” thanks to its “utter mess of a plot” and “downright embarrassing” special effects — and according to a source, it’s left Gal Gadot and Kristen Wiig wishing they could borrow the invisible jet! “The movie may have broken box-office and streaming records, but Gal was still shocked by all of the negative reviews,” the source says. “Kristen, especially, feels like a laughingstock.” Although the SNL alum, 47, delivered a scene-stealing performance, the CGI used to create her character, Cheetah, drew comparisons to the widely panned Cats. Fortunately, Warner Bros. believes this is a franchise worth rescuing. Gal, 35, is set to reprise her role in Wonder Woman 3.…

A CLASSIC CASE OF ATTACHMENT Ready, set, upgrade! Bullstrap offers premium tech accessories that look and feel as expensive as the devices they’re designed for. Whether it’s an Apple Watch strap, phone cover or backpack with a padded laptop sleeve, the label’s minimalist pieces are crafted from high-quality calfskin leather that lasts. Cost? $39.95 and up. bullstrap.co GOOD VIBES ONLY Optimism is in the mix, thanks to ESPA. The beauty brand’s Positivity Signature Blend — available in everything from a candle to pulse-point oil — features the aromas of jasmine, bergamot, gardenia and more to lift spirits, brighten moods and inspire confidence. Prices start at $28. us.espaskincare.com SOFT SELL Pups and masters alike can’t get enough of NAKED Cashmere. The sustainable, fair-trade line has comfy luxury wrapped up with such…

DOWN-TO-EARTH! Clare Dusts Off Her Clippers Hair goes nothing! The Bachelorette alum and professional hairstylist CLARE CRAWLEY gave fiancé DALE MOSS a fresh cut at her former salon. DOWN-TO-EARTH! Sharon Roasts a Chicken With $60 million in the bank, SHARON STONE could afford a personal chef, but the actress loves cooking for friends and family. DIVA! Jennifer Jets Off in Style Fly coach? As if! A Christian Dior–clad JENNIFER LOPEZ arrived in NYC via private plane on Dec. 26.…

They’re back! After stepping away from the spotlight nearly three years ago, Chip and Joanna Gaines are returning to the world of home renovation with four new shows, including Fixer Upper: Welcome Home, a highly-anticipated reboot of their hit HGTV series. “The day we wrapped our final episode of Fixer Upper, we really believed it was a chapter closed,” says Chip, 46. “We knew we needed a break and a moment to catch our breath. But we also knew we weren’t done dreaming about ways to make old things new again.” Although the launch of their long-awaited Magnolia Network has been pushed back until later this year, viewers will get to watch Chip and Jo, 42, do what they do best — turning houses into homes — come Jan. 29…

WAITING FOR TONIGHT NYC, Dec.31 Ending 2020 on a high note! JENNIFER LOPEZ sang her heart out on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve alongside MILEY CYRUS and DOJA CAT. POOCH SMOOCH Dec. 24 “Got my birthday present from Georgia!” RYAN SEACREST captioned a pic of his beloved black Labrador retriever. SWEET TREAT Dec. 28 SOFÍA VERGARA surprised JOE MANGANIELLO with a custom cake featuring their dog Bubbles on his 44th b’day. LAP DOG Jan. 3 Where can you find KYLE RICHARDS? Curled up on the couch with a good book and her Saint Bernard mix, Storm. TAKING A LICKING LA, Jan. 4 Pup close and personal! TORI SPELLING received a slobbery kiss from her furry friend while out for a walk with hubby DEAN MCDERMOTT. HOLLABACK GIRL Jan. 1…

With the entire country under lockdown, Kate Middleton wasn’t able to celebrate her 39th birthday with an extravagant ball or star-studded gala. Instead, the future queen and her husband, Prince William, spent Jan. 9 in isolation at their country estate in Norfolk, England, with their three children: Prince George, 7, Princess Charlotte, 5, and Prince Louis, 2. According to a source, however, Kate wouldn’t have wanted it any other way! “The kids love birthdays, so as soon as Christmas was over, they got to work on their handmade cards,” says the source. “The children asked William to help them bake a cake and Charlotte sang her mom ‘Happy Birthday’ on her tiny karaoke machine. Kate was completely blown away.” The surprises didn’t stop there, though. Once the children were tucked…

Chrissy Teigen has often joked about her love of wine. In 2018, she touted husband John Legend’s own vino brand on Instagram, writing, “You can drink it with fish, chicken, broccoli, candy, Chinese food, cereal, chili, corn, hot dogs, rice, anything, out of a glass, bowl, pitcher, ladle, cupped hands, hat.” But these days, alcohol is no laughing matter for Chrissy. Over the holidays, the cookbook author announced that she’d quit drinking four weeks earlier. “I was done making an a-- of myself in front of people…tired of day drinking and feeling like s--- by 6, not being able to sleep,” the 35-year-old confessed in an Insta story. “I have been sober ever since.” CHOOSING TO SURVIVE On Instagram, Chrissy explained that her decision had been inspired by Holly Whitaker’s…

Sweet Kisses Nicole Kidman got a playful smooch from one of the six alpacas on her Southern Highlands estate in Australia. Rock-a-Bye Baby Eight-time Grammy winner John Mayer treated Andy Cohen’s son, Benjamin, 23 months, to an electric rendition of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Wigging Out Talk about a Mötley Crüe! Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom rocked matching ‘80s hair band wigs on New Year’s Eve. Just Chillin’ Mush! Nina Dobrev went dogsledding on a recent trip to Montana. “Runnin’ through the woods [with] my wolves,” the Vampire Diaries actress wrote. ROCK STARS of the week…

ACROSS 1 National Treasure star Nicolas 4 Scouting grp. 7 Ms. Kunis of That ’70s Show 11 Get older 12 Namath, Theismann or Montana 13 The Pacifier star Diesel 14 Canyon edge 15 Hotel unit 17 Hellboy star Selma 19 Adore 20 Singer Stewart 22 Goes with carte or mode 23 Clive Owen movie: Inside ___ 24 Young lady 26 Actress Salma 28 Tool for the garden 29 Mrs. Reagan 30 It covers the lawn 31 Gosset or Ferrigno 32 Me and Orson Welles star Efron 34 Hatcher or Garr 36 Get Shorty star Rene 37 Before chute or legal 39 Actress Thurman 41 Out ___ limb 43 Carrey or Caviezel 45 Judy star Zellweger 47 Actress Marcia ___ Harden 48 O’Donnell or Perez 50 Harvard rival 53 The symbol…

Bravo star Heather Gay — who’s blazing new trails on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, airing Wednesdays at 10 p.m. — shares her current faves with Life & Style…

Another Bachelor breakup! Peter Weber and Kelley Flanagan’s journey has come to an end, the 29-year-old pilot announced on Instagram. “While our relationship was filled with countless beautiful memories,” he wrote, “[it] simply didn’t work out in the end.” As for the reason behind the split? The couple had recently shared their plans to move to NYC together, but a source claims the stress of taking such a huge step with Kelley, 28, proved too great for Peter. “He got scared,” says the source. “Being engaged to Hannah Ann [Sluss], getting back with Madison [Prewett] and then running to Kelley, it’s clear he doesn’t know what he wants.”…

“I’M ALWAYS LOSING MY PHONE IN MY HOUSE OR OFFICE, AND I NEVER KNOW WHERE MY KEYS ARE. MY PHONE IS ALWAYS DEAD. I GET DAYS AND DATES CONFUSED ALL THE TIME, BUT GUARANTEED, I’LL REMEMBER EVERY DETAIL OF A CONVERSATION, WHAT YOU WERE WEARING OR HOW YOUR HAIR WAS STYLED.”— BEYONCÉ ON HER “RIDICULOUS” SHORTCOMINGS “I DON’T HAVE A CELLPHONE OR A COMPUTER…. I THINK I’M RIGHT AT A CERTAIN AGE WHERE IT JUST PASSED ME BY…. IT WOULD BE STRANGE TO HAVE ANY 10-YEAR-OLD BE MUCH BETTER AT IT THAN I AM.”— CHRISTOPHER WALKEN, WHO TURNS 78 IN MARCH “HE’S FALLEN PRETTY HARD FOR HARRY STYLES. IT’S NOT A BAD CHOICE, BUT SOMETIMES I’M JUST WAITING FOR HIM TO BE LIKE, ‘IF YOU COULD CUT YOUR HAIR A…

Emma Stone’s preparing for a new role: mom! The Oscar winner, 32, and her husband, SNL writer Dave McCary, are expecting their first child soon — and the parents-to-be couldn’t be more excited, shares an insider. “Decorating the nursery has been their lockdown project and a fun one, too. The room is white, modern and uncluttered with wooden floorboards and a gorgeous rug to give it a warm and cozy feel,” says the insider. “And Dave makes sure to pamper Emma. He runs errands, cooks and cleans so she can rest up.” The actress’ famous pals have been equally doting. “Jennifer Lawrence wants to organize a Zoom baby shower,” shares the insider. “She has a wicked sense of humor, so there will probably be a few funny games thrown into…

If 2020 feels like it took control of everything, it’s time to take it back. Staying well this winter is more manageable if you break it down — physically distance and wash your hands; be active and also rest; and eat for optimal gut health. Yes, gut health! Turns out our bellies do more than digest food. In fact, the gut is sometimes referred to as the “second brain” because of its influence on mood, mental health and well-being. But that’s not all. Gut health plays a key role in many other aspects of health and is the foundation for feeling good from the inside out. The Easy, 1-Step Wellness Add-On This is not the year for overambitious resolutions! Adding a daily dose of bubbly, tangy kombucha is one simple…

ULTIMATE CLEANSER Take a cue from Molly Sims and swap skin-stripping suds for gentle micellar water. “I swear by [it] to remove my makeup,” shares Molly, who favors the one from Garnier. “It really gets it all off.” Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water with Vitamin C, $7, garnierusa.com Sayonara, Chapped Lips! Not only is this balm affordable, but it helps moisturize and soothe dry, chapped or windburned lips with vitamin E — perfect for these winter months. Open Nature Beeswax Lip Balm, available exclusively at your local Albertsons or Safeway store STRAND RESTORER “I don’t like washing my hair too frequently, so dry shampoo is essential to refresh my look,” says Lucy Hale. “This one makes me feel clean and it has this incredible [scent].” Kristin Ess Style Reviving Dry…

AQUARIUS Jan. 20 – Feb. 18 The road to love can be challenging but ultimately worthwhile. Repair a relationship that’s on the rocks before it’s too late. If money matters require your attention, be proactive about it. PISCES Feb. 19 – March 20 You may start the week off wondering how to move forward in life. However, you soon realize that with gratitude and the right attitude, anything is possible. ARIES March 21 – April 19 Sure, you’ve got a lot on your plate. But when mini dramas unfold, you should find it easy to pick the right words to smooth the way, Aries. TAURUS April 20 – May 20 Obstacles that have been holding you back begin to dissolve. When it comes to relationships, it’s better to be straightforward…