Table of contents for ISSUE 828 in Closer

Jordan’s descent into chaos tragically continues. When she’s not venting her fury at ex-husband Pete’s wife Emily, she’s been trying to prove to boyfriend Kris how much she loves him on Instagram, after reportedly texting other men. As she flails from one disaster to another, she’s making it abundantly clear how very desperately she needed to take her rehab seriously. In stark contrast, we chat to Jordan’s ex, Pete, who opens up about life chez Andre, and describes a picture of happiness for their family – including his and Jordan’s children Junior and Princess – adding that after watching the practically perfect Mary Poppins on TV, the kids turned to Emily and said, “She’s just like you”. The image may not go down as well as a spoonful of sugar,…

Her romance with new love Paul Solomons, creative director at GQ, is continuing to flourish after six months together. And last week, Kylie Minogue appeared to make a dig at her exes – including former fiancé Joshua Sasse, who she claimed left her “broken” after their split last year – by heaping praise on her “supportive” boyfriend. The singer, 50, gushed in a TV interview, “It’s been lovely and wonderful to have someone who really is there. It’s great to have success in your life – to have someone to share that with is amazing.” Kylie, who confirmed her relationship with Paul, 43, in May, added that they were trying to stay private about their romance, saying, “I really just don’t want to say too much. He’s a great, great…

When Sam Price* , 18, went out for a cocktail with her friend Lily in September this year, it changed her life forever. The girls’ drinks were spiked and the friends ended up being taken against their will to a hotel room, where they were assaulted and raped by a stranger. Student Sam recalls, “I could never have imagined a quick drink would end up with me being drugged and assaulted. I still suffer from panic attacks. I’ll never get over it.” SEXUAL ASSAULT Worryingly, Sam and Lily’s experience is part of a shocking rise, with experts warning Britain is in the grip of a drink-spiking epidemic. Offences have more than doubled in three years – and most of the reported incidents are linked to sexual assaults. Recent police figures…

TV’s beloved reality series I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! made a bold return to our screens last week, with a fresh host in the shape of Holly Willoughby, who’s standing in for Ant McPartlin, plus a new line-up of celebrity faces ready to take on the creepy crawlies and gruesome eating challenges. One person who knows her way around a kangaroo testicle or two is former Apprentice villain Katie Hopkins. She finished tenth on the show in 2007, where she appeared alongside model Janice Dickinson and actress Gemma Atkinson. We asked the outspoken star for her thoughts and predictions on the new campers – and she didn’t hold back… MALIQUE THOMPSONDWYER, 20 MOST LIKELY TO ARGUE WITH FLEUR OVER WHO HAS THE BEST ABS. Given the amount…

‘I’ll make the next girl in my life my priority’ He earned his heartthrob status after winning over viewers on The X Factor in 2009, and has since been linked to fellow stars including presenter Mel Sykes and former X Factor winner Louisa Johnson. But Olly Murs admits that dating as a celebrity can prove tricky. He tells Closer , “Dating isn’t hard for me; it’s harder for girls who meet me. They might already have a preconception of me and I might not be what they expect. They’re also entering a world that’s quite different, they could get papped and end up in the paper. They may think that I’m not as good-looking as I seem on TV, or they might think I’m not as nice in real life.…

£50 & UNDER Ideal for mum, this set is packed with luxury skincare goodies. ELEMIS HYDRATING BEAUTY SECRETS GIFT SET £42 Who doesn’t love new PJs? This silky pair will make a lazy sofa day feel all the more fancy. FIGLEAVES £45 £35 & UNDER This shiny gold compact is a must for beauty lovers. TOO FACED SWEETIE PIE RADIANT MATTE BRONZER, DEBENHAMS £25 Give the busy lady in your life an excuse to take a tea break with this pretty cup and pourer set. OLIVER BONAS £30 For stylish sisters who prove tricky to buy for, this vanity-case handbag is a sure hit. ZARA £29.99 25 per cent of each sale of this tee by designer Bella Freud will go to War Child charity. WAR CHILD £25 £20 &…

£50 & UNDER Doubling up as pretty bedroom décor, this wooden house opens up for playtime, too. GEORGE AT ASDA £50, AGE 3+ Bring the supermarket to life with this pop-up shop – it comes with toy food and a realistic till. JOHN LEWIS £49, AGE 3+ £35 & UNDER Including a fully functional horn, this set of wheels might even make dads envious! SMYTHS £24.99, AGE 1+ Make a practical present fun with these pyjamas in a jar – they come in lots of cute designs. JIM JAMZ £23.99, AGE 1-7 This bookworm’s spin on the Xmas fave includes a giant peach and wrapped sweet tokens. JOHN LEWIS £29.99, AGE 8+ Keep the toys classic and traditional with this realistic-looking doll’s pram. STUDIO.CO.UK  £24.99, AGE 3+ £20 & UNDER…

Keep guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits happy with these adorable wooden chew toys. PETS AT HOME £2 This four-level cat activity tree is the purrrrfect treat for your feline friend. AMAZON £34.49 Make sure you know what goes into your pet’s snacks with this home-made cat treat kit. REX LONDON £6.95 Keep them knot-free with this Battersea Dogs & Cats Home-approved deshedding tool. PETTEEZER.COM  £12 Help soothe and relieve dry and cracked paws after a frosty walk with this oatmeal butter. FETCH.CO.UK  £4.99 Save space in your car boot when travelling with your pet with this fleecy fold-up mat. JOULES £29.95 Waterproof fabric, fleecing, reflective strips and a lead hole make this jacket a must for winter. H&M £14.99 Give your dog these food-related toys for when you all tuck…

JUST LANDED LUXE SKINCARE BAREMINERALS CLAYMATES MASK DUO WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT? A two-in-one mask kit that you can personalise to suit your skin’s needs – one formula helps to brighten and firm, the other detoxifies and boosts dewiness. WHY WE LOVE IT: This is the perfect way to tap into the multi-masking trend, where you use different masks for certain areas of the face. Creating your own mask feels like a real pampering treat and it lasts long enough to justify saving up for – spa results minus the price tag! GET THE LOOK... GOLDEN EYES Add some instant sparkle like J-Lo and Margot with our pick of the best products to get the glow ❶ EASY TO APPLY BARRY M CRUSHED JEWEL CREAM EYESHADOW £4.99 The slim wand…

• MasterChef finalist Jackie says, “Make sure the chickpeas are well seasoned. Adding the aubergine gives a creamier, fluffier texture.” SIMPLE SUPPER A HEARTY AUTUMN TREAT, GIVEN A HEALTHY TWIST ITALIAN SAUSAGE STEW WITH CRISPY KALE SERVES 4 • 3tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely sliced • 4 mixed coloured peppers, deseeded and finely sliced • 8 sausages • 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced • 200ml red or dry white wine • 200ml vegetable stock •1 /2tsp dried marjoram • 2 bay leaves • 1tbsp red wine vinegar • 100g kale, chopped STEP 1 Heat 2tbsp of the oil in a large pan. Add the onion and peppers, stir, add 1tbsp water and turn the heat to low. Cover and cook for 30 mins, stirring occasionally. Add more water…

CASH FEELS LIKE MONOPOLY MONEY I pay for everything by card. I’m really bad for thinking cash isn’t real money and spending and spending, whereas I’m more careful with my card. I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT MY STRAIGHTENERS I’ve got really thick, frizzy Persian hair so my Cloud Nine straighteners are a must. They are expensive [£115], but they last ages so I think they’re an investment. I GOT SACKED FROM MY FIRST JOB I was about 16 and worked at a buffet restaurant for minimum wage [£3.40 an hour for 16-17 year olds]. My boss asked me to clear up a table and it was disgusting; ice cream smeared everywhere and mushy peas all over the floor. I told her where to go and got fired. All my jobs were…

It’s still November – not too early to be talking about Christmas? No way! It’s post-Halloween – anything is acceptable! Handmade Christmas has become a real staple in the festive TV schedule… It’s a source of great pride, I have to say. Never in a million years did I think I was going to be on telly, or be doing crafts on telly – but the most incredible thing is being perceived as a sort of Christmas person. This year, we’re doing a primetime show and 15 daytime shows – and we take it bizarrely seriously! What can we expect? We had an amazing man on called Tom, who is a professional snow window guy – what a fun job, though slightly seasonal… He basically creates amazing Christmas…

After previously being unlucky in love, Vicky Pattison appeared to have found The One when she rekindled her romance with childhood sweetheart John Noble in 2016 – telling Closer, “I just can’t imagine why I ever EVER was with anyone else… he’s always been the right man, that was just the wrong time.” But last week, the 31 year old was left heartbroken when John – who she was set to marry next year after getting engaged last year – was caught cosying up to model Poppy Owen in a Dubai club. Days later, further images of him flirting with other women surfaced. ON THE ROCKS Soon after the story broke, Vicky unfollowed John on social media, removed her engagement ring and admitted to her Instagram followers that she was…

She was left devastated after going through a very public split from husband Ant McPartlin, 42, earlier this year, and faced further heartbreak when she discovered he’d moved on with his PA Anne-Marie Corbett, 42. And now it’s been revealed that Lisa Armstrong, 42, has forged an unlikely friendship with rugby player Ben Cohen’s ex wife, Abby. After Abby split from Ben – with whom she shares two daughters – he moved on publicly with his Strictly partner Kristina Rihanoff, 41. Lisa and Abby are currently working on a makeover TV show together and posted a pic having dinner with pals. A source says, “Abby has been teaching Lisa techniques she used herself to overcome the pain of a break-up. She’s urged her to seek therapy, meditate and take up…

• If you suspect your drink has been spiked and you are with friends, tell them and don’t go off alone. Symptoms include feeling confused and more drunk than you should be, having difficulty concentrating, problems controlling your body and movement, difficulty speaking and staying awake, hallucinations, blacking out and nausea and vomiting. • Alert bar staff to what has happened and, if you are alone, call someone you trust or 999 and ask to be taken to the nearest A&E department. Inform medical staff that you think your drink has been laced, as urine and blood tests carried out in the first 24-72 hours are most likely to detect traces of drugs. • Some clubs provide drink stoppers for the top of your bottle to prevent someone dropping something…

TURNING DOWN A PLACE ON THE X FACTOR PANEL… “I was nearly on The X Factor panel, but I decided to stay at The Voice. It was amazing to be asked, but The Voice is better for me at the moment.” BEING A GEEK… “Back when I was a teenager, I was like the least cool person. I’ve always been me, I’ve never been someone who follows the crowd. I’ve always done what I wanted to do, not what everyone else wants me to do. I think that’s what geeks are, aren’t they? They’re just being true to themselves and not trying to be something they’re not.” MY ESTRANGED TWIN BROTHER… “I did text him this year and wished him a happy birthday. I felt it was the right time…

£50 & UNDER Nick Jonas has teamed up with parfumier John Varvatos to create this rich, woody scent. JV X NJ, DEBENHAMS £48 FOR 75ML Gamers will be hoping for the latest edition of football-mad FIFA under the tree this year. FIFA 19 FOR XBOX ONE, STUDIO £49.99 £35 & UNDER After he’s used the toiletries in this kit, the metal toolbox can keep his DIY stuff organised. JACK WILLS AT BOOTS £30 Offering craft beers from around the world, this set of ten tipples will please beer connoisseurs. BEER HAWK £25 This cheeky cross between Pictionary and Cards Against Humanity will deliver the laughs. AMAZON £29.99 As well as cooking meat and veg, this clever grilling machine can make delicious pizzas, too. ARGOS £34.99 £20 & UNDER The world’s…

£50 & UNDER Indulge them with a traditional tea for two, valid at 90 hotels and restaurants nationwide. RED LETTER DAYS £36 If your relatives like the garden, they’ll love getting a box of leafy goods in the post every month. LAZY FLORA £39 FOR THREE MONTHS £35 & UNDER The free-standing design and pull-out funnel on this hot water bottle make it safer to use. CUCKOOLAND £30.95 Add an exotic touch to their mornings with this pack of nine coffees from around the world. WHITTARD OF CHELSEA £25 Home is where the heart is, and this personalised framed map makes a lovely sentimental gift. ETSY £26 Wine connoisseurs will adore this metal rack, complete with a Shiraz to start their collection. DEBENHAMS £30 £20 & UNDER Don’t talk to…

SCRUB-UP There’s nothing worse than putting on your favourite party dress to discover your legs aren’t looking their best, so give them some TLC with a skin-saving scrub – using just once a week will ensure your pins remain in tip-top condition this winter. Products that contain natural ingredients, such as brown sugar and honey, are great choices as these will cleanse your skin, while also moisturising – resulting in a silky, smooth omplexion. A pair of exfoliating gloves will do the trick with your usual shower gel, too. MOISTURE HIT After weeks of being hidden under tights we can often neglect our moisturising routine, but ensuring your legs are well nourished will stop them from becoming overly dry and keep them ready for any last-minute skirt occasions! Get more…

1. Brown craft paper is cheap, and will wrap dozens of pressies – it’s the perfect base for adding your own personal touches and coloured accessories – and it’s recyclable. 2. If you struggle wrapping odd-shaped presents, opt for a pretty box instead – the laziest way to a show-stopping gift! 3. Don’t bin your greetings cards – save them and cut them up to use as DIY gift tags for next year. 4. Use some foliage from the garden to spruce up gifts. 5. Don’t leave all your wrapping to the last few days before Xmas. Instead, set yourself a target of wrapping a few gifts each weekend from now until the big day. It’ll save you lots of stress!…

INSIDE KATIE’S FRIDGE • Eggs• Honest Kids organic juice drinks• Cheddar• Natural yoghurt• Dairy Milk• Coconut oil• King prawns• Haddock fillets• Chicken breast• Salmon fillets• Avocado• Leeks• Cucumber• Sweet potatoes• Limes• Peppers• Red onions• Courgettes• Baby spinach• Almond milk KATIE How much do you spend per week? As work is so busy, I haven’t had much time to push a trolley round the supermarket, so I do an online shop once a week, usually at Sainsbury’s. Describe your daily diet… For breakfast, I’ll have oats, which I’ve soaked in yoghurt overnight, and fresh fruit. Lunch is normally something quick like kale cooked in coconut oil with chicken, tomatoes, broccoli and seeds. Dinner varies depending on my mood. Right now, I’m really enjoying haddock, leeks, broccoli, red onion and peppers served…

RELATIONSHIPS BEHAVE YOURSELF ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Research says we make friends ‘sweat’ for replies, cancel plans last minute and get nasty online. Emma isn’t impressed Hands up if you’ve texted last minute to cancel plans with a friend, citing a sudden sick bug, or taken a screenshot of an ex’s new squeeze to dissect with the girls? The cyber age has led us to develop some bad behaviour regarding how we treat one another. It is pretty standard for social feeds to be flooded with “fail” videos, and pictures of embarrassing text conversations never meant for public consumption. This compromising of privacy and dignity may cause some chuckles, but indulging in the nastier elements of our nature is harmful. Taking responsibility for the way we treat people has become simpler…

£6 On wall art stickers that were personalised in my five-year-old son Ewan’s name. They’re in big blue letters. £3 For Simple make-up wipes from Boots. I use them every night before bed. £25 On a diamanté picture frame from M&S – it’s to go in my lounge. £599 On a sofa from John Lewis. It’s for the playroom so I wanted one that’s grey and won’t show up any marks. • Erin Boag and Anton Du Beke’s new show, Dance Those Magical Musicals, tours nationwide, January to March 2019. Antonanderinlive.co.uk…

Your grandmother Alison believed she was happily married to [acclaimed author and former spy] Alexander “Alec” Wilson, until he died – and another Mrs Wilson turned up… I think this is the hardest role I’ve ever played, and the hardest thing I’ve ever done. There were so many pressures; I couldn’t remember [my grandmother’s] voice. Very early on I decided that I wasn’t even going to try to replicate her because I couldn’t bring her to mind, and I didn’t want to in some ways. It must have been a challenge… Early on I thought, “Am I going to play her or not?” I was thinking, “Am I too close, can I do this?” I wasn’t sure – and a week into the performance I wished there was someone else…

Her relationship with Paul Knightley has come under fire in the past, with fans accusing her boyfriend of being “controlling” after the first series of The Mummy Diaries aired in 2016. Now, Sam Faiers has sparked further concern over her relationship with Paul, 30, revealing they are still sleeping in separate beds a year after the birth of their second child, Rosie. Reality star Sam, 27, admitted back in March that she slept in the spare bed with Rosie, while her partner shared a bed with their son Paul Tony, two, in a bid to get a good night’s sleep. And last week she confessed that she’s worried about the lack of contact she has with her partner at night, admitting, “I’m at the point now where I wanna get…

Jordan Parke has spent nearly £9k on a controversial procedure to get a bum like his idol, Kim Kardashian. And despite being infected with a flesh-eating bug that almost cost him his life, the surgery addict insists he’ll go under the knife once more. The 27 year old, from Dudley, West Midlands, had a Brazilian butt lift – where fat is removed from large areas on the body and transferred into the bum – along with implants, in April. The procedure is notoriously risky, with two British women dying due to complications from the surgery this year. Jordan explains, “Within days of my op, a huge hole appeared on my right bum cheek that oozed with puss and flesh. The pain was unbearable. RISKY SURGERY “Doctors told me I’d developed…

£50 & UNDER This new palette is perfect for budding make-up artists. URBAN DECAY NAKED CHERRY EYESHADOW PALETTE £42 Tech-savvy kids can capture, edit and print their phone pics with this polaroid printer. BOOTS £39.99 £35 & UNDER This retro milkshake maker can whip up delicious mocktails and protein drinks, too. DEBENHAMS £25 Beauty queens will look their best with this limited-edition set of vegan make-up brushes. TARTE COSMETICS £31 Records are back in fashion again, and this vinyl player is ideal for any music fan. B&M £29.99 From a cosy night in to a winter walk on Christmas Day, a unisex sweatshirt is a wardrobe staple. ZARA £25.99 £20 & UNDER 80 per cent of profits from this ultra-cool cactus lamp go to Cancer Research UK. CANCER RESEARCH £19.99…

£5 & UNDER This quirky salt and pepper duo would make a welcome addition to a friend’s dining table. HOMESENSE £4.99 The man in your life can give every meal an extra kick with this set of spicy sauces. DUNELM £5 This alcohol-infused tasty spread will make breakfast feel like a real treat. THE DRINK SHOP £4.99 Whether you love them or hate them, this sprout jigsaw puzzle will amuse both young and old. LAKELAND £3.99 Infused with cinnamon, cocoa and orange, these mulled wine sachets are wonderfully festive. HOTEL CHOCOLAT £5 Glow in the dark stars will turn a kid’s room into a mini galaxy. All profits go to Marie Curie. MARIE CURIE £5 This Christmas-themed version of Who Am I? will keep dinner guests entertained post-turkey. OLIVER BONAS…

ONE-SHOULDER WONDER ’80s fashion is back, so embrace the vibe with this asymmetrical number. Pair with jewellery and white ankle boots – more is more! TOPSHOP £49 SAFARI CHIC Zebra print never goes out of style – team with pink or red to make the colours pop. RIVER ISLAND £36 BEADED BEAUTY This deep green is the perfect hue for party season, complete with opulent beading. Finish with silver ankle heels. BON PRIX £29.99 STATEMENT SEQUINS Take your sequin dress to next-level glam with this wrap-style frock. INTHESTYLE.COM  £39.99 SASSY STRIPES Stripes and shimmer meet for one achingly cool dress. Add a skinny black belt, if you’re looking for definition round the waist. ZARA £29.99 SUITS YOU This smart blazer-style dress will look good on its own, but can also…

Among the present–wrapping and turkey-prepping, it can be easy to forget about treating yourself. So take time out from the merry madness and head to Boots for make-up buys that will have you party-ready minus any fuss. Start by giving winter skin a touch of sunshine by adding e.l.f Booster Sun Drops (£10) with your moisturiser, and follow with MaxFactor Radiant Lift Foundation (£14.99). When it comes to eyes, go for sparkle. NYX Professional Makeup Foil Play Cream Pigment (£7) sweeps on to create a beautiful shimmer, and No7 Lash Extender Mascara (£13.50) will make your peepers really pop. The perfect pout is a must. Line first with NYX Professional Makeup Wonder Pencil (£4.50), then apply YSL Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture The Slim Lipstick (£28) – it’s the…

“Casey experienced an isolated teenage period where she felt bullied and excluded by girls she believed were friends. This led to her questioning her self value, but finding friends who liked and accepted her helped Casey believe in herself again. By her own admission, Casey had been unlucky in love, however, meeting Dane and recognising that he loves her fully has enabled her to trust and grow in the relationship. Having a baby has been challenging, but it’s also helped Casey to love and accept her body and to concentrate on things that truly matter.”…

It made headlines recently that a man in his fifties, who was taking green tea capsules, ended up needing a transplant because they damaged his liver so badly. That’s rare, but we need to be cautious about supplements. BE CAREFUL ONLINE There have been at least 80 cases of liver injury linked to green tea supplements, and the European Food Safety Authority has said that the catechins [a type of antioxidant] in green tea are generally safe, but supplements with 800mg or more can pose health risks. Bought cheaply online, there could be something dodgy in them, or they can be too strong. WATCH THE DOSAGE People understandably think “Vitamin D is good, so if I double the dose, I’ll get double the benefits”. They see supplements as natural and…

It’s never nice to be rejected and, if you’ve got a conscience, then it’s often just as unpleasant to be the one doing the dumping. How someone dumps you says a lot about who they are. Ghosting – where someone ignores your calls and messages until you get the hint that they no longer want to be with you – has become the norm, but that doesn’t make it acceptable! I’ve recently come across a new dating behaviour: the “slow fade”. This is a gradual form of ghosting, where he’ll slowly start to faze you out. There will be a series of non-committal messages about loosely meeting up, but never anything concrete, and he may sporadically get in contact, but won’t directly ask a question or engage in conversation. This…

1 HOW TO SPEND IT WELL AT CHRISTMAS WITH PHILLIP SCHOFIELD TOY STORY! TUE 27 NOV, 8PM, ITV Everyone’s favourite silver fox returns with his annual guide to finding the best Yuletide bargains. Aided by Corrie’s Simon Gregson, actress Sally Phillips and a host of eager children, Pip tests this year’s biggest must-haves. From new board games, interactive pets, ride-on toys and an, um, pooing unicorn, Schofe puts them all under scrutiny to make sure parents get their money’s worth. 2 CURVY GIRLS: STRIPPED BARE FEATURING DAUGHTER OF ‘THE HOFF’ WED 28 NOV, 10PM, CHANNEL 5 Seven years ago, agency owner Anna Shillinglaw only had a handful of girls on her books – but now more than 100 beauties adorn the so-called “curve wall”, including Hayley Hasselhoff (daughter of David).…

MUST READ Your Closest Friend (KAREN PERRY) On a night out, Cara is caught up in a terror attack and pulled to safety by a young woman. In the hours that follow, Cara tells her Good Samaritan, Amy, her darkest secrets. In the aftermath of the attack, cracks begin to appear in her life and marriage, and she starts to receive anonymous threats. As her life begins to skid out of control, Amy reappears again, offering to help. Cara believes she’s made a friend for life – but what if she isn’t a friend at all? An engrossing read, full of suspense. BEST DAY OUT Blue Planet II Live In Concert When this series premiered on TV, we were totally gripped, and our Sunday nights were made for learning all…

THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN SCORPIO 24 OCT-22 NOV There’s a strong renegotiating theme in the skies. What really matters to you, and who and what do you value? That may have changed – if so, you need to change too, so you live in accordance with your principles. To hear Yasmin’s overview of the current energies, call 0906 7511 677* SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV-21 DEC The Full Moon this week takes place on a very sensitive degree in your Love Zone. It’s marking the end of one relationship cycle and opening the door to a new way of relating to other people. If you’ve developed a gruffness in recent years, replace that with some Sadge humour. To hear Yasmin’s overview of the current energies, call 0906 7511 677* CAPRICORN 22…