WHO Issue 49, 2022

Like many right now, I am currently binge-watching The Crown. The fifth series of the drama has me gripped ... but now there’s a real-life royal TV series beginning that will more than surpass that series when it comes to drama. Harry & Meghan begins on Netflix this week and it seems like the show will continue to drop bombs onto Britain’s royal family. I must admit, I would love to have been a fly on the wall at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Montecito mansion when they decided to absolutely go to town on his family – again – through the media. Clearly the couple are deeply aggrieved over their treatment within the institution, but it seems to me it will be almost impossible for Harry and Meghan to ever…

The Prince and Princess of Wales appear to have adopted the Queen’s ‘keep calm and carry on’ attitude, wrapping up a three-day trip to Boston with a star-studded gala – despite the drama surrounding them on their first trip to the US in eight years. The couple, both 40, donned their finest to attend the Earthshot Prize in Boston on December 2, with Kate stunning in a gorgeous rented frock that suited the ceremony’s sustainable dress code. Her jewels for the event were also in theme, adding a touch of sparkle with a diamond and emerald choker that belonged to the late Princess Diana. Despite leaving the US on a high note, the pair’s trip was plagued with drama after they landed in Boston in the middle of a palace racism row…

Hollywood has lost another star, with actress Kirstie Alley passing away after a brief battle with cancer. The 71-year-old’s children announced the death of their mother on social media on December 5, revealing she had only recently been diagnosed with the disease. “We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered,” daughter Lillie, 28, and son William ‘True’, 30, said in a statement. “She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead,” they continued. “As iconic as she was on-screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother.” The pair – who Alley adopted with her second…

He’s been linked to a number of young ladies in recent months, but Robert Irwin appeared to confirm that his heart is well and truly taken – stepping out with his new girlfriend, Rorie Buckey, recently. The pair were spotted cosying up during a romantic day out in Queensland late last month, grabbing takeaway before heading to the beach where they watched the sunset. The nature photographer, 19, looked smitten with his new lady love, who he has been following on Instagram for some time. And the pair seem to have a bit in common with Perth-based Buckey, 18, also hailing from a famous Aussie family – being the daughter of Heath Ledger’s sister, Kate. The pair’s romantic debut is likely to be music to Irwin’s sister Bindi’s ears, who previously revealed…

Shania Twain has revealed more about the sexual abuse that she endured as a teenager. The 57-year-old singer shared that she would flatten her breasts and do everything that she could to “play down” her gender to avoid the abuse that began, age 10, at the hands of her stepfather. “I hid myself. I would wear bras that were too small for me until there was nothing girl about me,” said Twain to The Sunday Times. “Make it easier to go unnoticed.” The Canadian-born star explained in another interview how she has come to terms with the abuse as an adult. “I do think it’s important that people understand you can survive these things,” she told The Guardian. “I feel the sexual abuse goes hand in hand with the physical…

Ever since Daniel Craig announced he was taking his final bow as James Bond in No Time to Die, there have been whispers of who would next take on the coveted role. And Aaron Taylor-Johnson is said to be the latest to throw his hat into the ring, with the actor, 32, reportedly impressing producer Barbara Broccoli during a secret audition. “Aaron went for a screen test to be the next Bond in September, and producers and Barbara loved him,” a source told The Sun. “He is now one of the frontrunners.” A number of stars have been rumoured for the role, including Tom Hardy, Paul Mescal, Regé-Jean Page and Idris Elba. However, Broccoli has revealed the role is a huge commitment. “When we cast Bond, it’s a 10 to…