Table of contents for 27-2019 in Best

It seems the single life truly suits Adele – the Someone Like You singer has quite literally never looked better. The star has reportedly turned to reformer Pilates classes with her best pal, former X Factor judge Ayda Williams, for some post-break-up downtime – and reportedly lost around 14lb. Dietitian Helen Bond told best, ‘Adele is looking incredible right now. She was probably around 13st previously (and a dress size 14-16) but, judging by the recent snap with the Spice Girls, she could well have lost about 1½st, and gone down to a dress size 12-14.’ Could the 31-year-old’s split in April from her husband of three years – charity entrepreneur Simon Konecki, with whom she shares a son, Angelo, six – be behind her health kick? She certainly has the air…

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Not so long ago, milk was the only thing you could expect to be delivered to your door. These days, however, you can order just about anything you fancy – and we’re not just talking Thai or chicken tikka masala. No, no, no. Marmite on toast, fish fingers and chips, even a cup of tea – all basics that are easy to make at home – can be delivered to your front door. Made in Chelsea’s Georgia ‘Toff’ Toffolo, 25, – 2017’s winner of I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here – shocked fellow contestants on a panel show when she admitted having a ‘five times a week addiction’ to ordering in bacon sandwiches. What’s more, the food came from a restaurant ‘45 seconds away’ from her front door!…

… new series Judi Dench: Wild Borneo Adventure This trip has been the most extraordinary time of my life. It’s given me an insight into why we must save our rainforests. The jungle is beyond my wildest dreams. Around every corner there’s an extraordinary creature. And the rain is spectacular. …meeting orangutans [she adopted three!] They are so relaxed. It’s not often this happens, that you walk along a corridor and a small three-year-old orangutan walks around the corner towards you! I feel so privileged. …on meeting her partner of nine years, David One summer night, we swam and then had a glass of champagne in the garden and I said, ‘This is so fantastic’. But perhaps if I was a romantic I’d have been cool and calm about it.…

TRAVEL SNAPSHOT Orlando is known for theme parks, but the attractions really don’t come much better than Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter. From riding the Hogwarts Express and exploring Hogsmeade village to strolling down Diagon Alley and purchasing your own wand at Ollivanders, it’s a magical day out. And it just got better! As well as the existing Forbidden Journey ride – where passengers fly around the castle and join Harry on the Quidditch pitch – you can now take a motorbike ride through the Forbidden Forest. Since opening on 13 June, fans have been queuing for up to 10 hours to try this part story, part rollercoaster with twists, turns and drops! INSIDER’S GUIDE Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton), twins Fred and George Weasley (James and Oliver Phelps) and…

Broadcaster Vanessa Feltz, 57, and her musician partner of 13 years, Ben Ofoedu, 46, are one of the most enduring couples in showbiz – despite the doubters who said they’d never last. Mum-of-two Vanessa, who was previously married to surgeon Michael Kurer, says she’s not with Ben because he’s a decade younger and hot to trot, but because he’s a ‘nice person’ and they work together. Here, she talks about Ben, the haters and why he’s much more than her plaything. With Helena Bonham Carter and Strictly’s Shirley Ballas stepping out with younger men, toyboys are having a moment! Yes, but as someone with a partner who’s 10 years younger, I detest the term ‘toyboy’! It’s foul. It reduces a human being to the status of a plaything. It makes it…

Q I’m going to a school reunion in a month and I’ve aged so much I don’t think anyone will recognise me! Are there any surgery-free solutions that will improve my appearance? Jo, Dorset A DR AAMER SAYS: The ‘Eight-point thread lift’ is a subtle tweak done under local anaesthetic, ideal for those who don’t want anyone to know they’ve had something done. It uses ultra-fine threads inserted at eight points around the face, forming a trellis effect to redefine and contour the face, tighten any sagging and help promote collagen production. The procedure only takes 45 minutes max, depending on the area to be treated, and the threads dissolve gradually over the course of nine months, to be replaced by brand-new collagen. Expect some bruising and mild swelling for…

‘I In case you’ve been in a cave for feel sorry for Boris Johnson and his girlfriend, Carrie Symonds. the past two weeks, they had a row. No, it wasn’t in public, it was in their flat. But, thanks to the lovely neighbours who recorded it on their phones and gave it to a newspaper, everyone knows about it. I rather wish I didn’t because, though he might be the next Prime Minister, it’s none of our business and, in my opinion, doesn’t affect his ability to do the job one jot. He and Carrie are like any couple. They bicker and argue and sometimes, depending on the mood or how tough a day it’s been, it can escalate into a horrible shouting match. The thing is, it’s a bit…

Former Baywatch star Pamela Anderson has ditched her toyboy lover Adil Rami – calling him a cheat in a furious rant on Instagram. The 51-year-old, who’d been dating the Marseille footballer, 33, since 2017, branded him a ‘monster’, claiming he ‘led a double life for two years’. Pamela posted a black-and-white snap of them, alongside a caption that began, ‘The last two years of my life have been a big lie. ‘I was scammed… led to believe we were in love, I’m devastated to find out in the last few days, that he was living a double life. ‘He used to joke about other players, who had girlfriends down the street in apartments close to their wives. He called those men monsters.’ Hinting that Adil had been unfaithful, the post continued, ‘He…

BINGE-EATING DAUGHTER My 18-year-old has put on 2st in the past year. I used to be a PE instructor, so I’ve always been invested in the exercise my kids do and what they eat! I’ve come to the conclusion she’s secretly eating. Sometimes I think I’m going mad, knowing there was a lot more in the pantry the night before… I feel like this must be a sign she’s unhappy, too, which makes it even worse. How do I confront her? Gemma, Essex You are right to be worried. Your daughter is obviously secretly eating. She’s behaving that way because she knows you are super-fit, slim as a whippet and won’t approve of – or understand – her need to self-soothe with food. She can’t comfort eat openly in your…

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Tom Bateman, 30, has starred in Vanity Fair and Murder On The Orient Express. He is engaged to Star Wars star Daisy Ridley. Tell us about your character John Beecham? John is very strong, quite hard and a bit of a man of mystery. He’s got a baby but there’s no mother and he doesn’t tell anybody anything about that. He’s inherently a very good man who’s trying to do the right thing, but he’s been through the wars. Is the series an ensemble piece? There are quite a few Beechams – me, my mum, my brother, plus the wonderful Bessie [Carter] who plays a family friend [Violet Woodhouse]. What I loved about this was that we all had great stories. Even characters with smaller roles have a falling-in-love story…

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Vanessa never edits herself to seem younger – Ben accepts her as she is – with one exception, the dreaded hot flush. She reveals, ‘The menopause is a hell of a thing to inflict on anyone, and if Ben was my original, ancient husband, I’d probably have stuck my bum in the fridge and wailed, “I’m so hot!” But I tone that down for Ben. Although recently he did say, “Vanessa you’ve been hot for 10 years!” There’s me thinking I’d covered it up well, looking constantly irresistible in my negligee, enticing him over the bannisters…’…

Wimbledon kicks off this week, and we Brits have a deep love affair with the world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament. As much as it goes hand-in-hand with Pimm’s and strawberries and cream, Britain’s favourite tennis tournament wouldn’t be the same without Clare presenting on Today At Wimbledon, for highlights of the day’s action and the main talking points.  In-hand with Pimm’s and strawberries and cream, Britain’s favourite tennis tournament wouldn’t be the same without Clare presenting on Today At Wimbledon, for highlights of the day’s action and the main In a recent interview, Clare – who’s had the Wimbledon gig for over 20 years – said of this year’s competition, ‘In terms of the women’s game, it’s phenomenally exciting because literally anyone can win. Obviously, though, Serena Williams will…

We know that sunbathing is bad for us, so how else can we get that longed-for healthy glow? Make-up, that’s how. You don’t have to go overboard on application, either. Using highlighters and fake tan, you’re minutes away from that sunkissed, radiant look. 1 RADIANCE IN A TUBE If you simply want to look healthier, the answer lies in one rather versatile product. While many budget highlighters simply look too glittery rather than ‘glowy’, L’Oréal Paris Glow Chérie, £9.99 (three shades), has a delicate pearlescent sheen that lifts any skin tone. Use it all over your face as a primer, mix with foundation, or dot across your cheekbones for a subtle boost. 2 BRING ON BRIGHT EYES Never underestimate how much a flattering eyeshadow can lift your entire face. Warm…

Frill seeker Wrapover styles are figure flattering for all shapes. Leg it! Wide-leg trousers keep you cool when temperatures soar. Colour combo! If you really want to make a statement, clash orange with bold red. Alternatively, keep it chic and simple with a white blazer. Tangerine dream Keep accessories simple and let a stand-out print do all the talking.…

Do you think you’ve seen this dress before? Don’t worry, you’re not insulting me. You probably have seen it before, and I’m flattered you’ve noticed. Because I spend hours – and a lot of money – recreating countless clothing ensembles of my style icon, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. When she wore a beautiful blue Issa dress to announce her engagement to Prince William in November 2010, like everyone else I admired Kate’s effortless style. She was so elegant and feminine, and I just knew she’d fit in with ‘the Firm’ straight away. Although she and I couldn’t be more different, fashion has always been a hobby of mine, and I couldn’t help taking an interest in what Kate was wearing. As a busy doctor, fashion is a welcome escape from…

THE QUEEN OF CLEAN Aw, mum! Getting the grooming treatment seems to be washing well with this little lion. PRIDE OF THE PARK Talk about a father figure! We reckon this lion will be one protective parent… I’VE GOT YOUR BACK We’re not sure how happy this cub is with his extra baggage! GRIN AND BARE IT OK, this is more of a snarl, but there’s nothing menacing about this big cat in training – yet! THE CIRCLE OF LIFE A future Lion King needs his sleep! We wish we could adopt this cute cub……

PETER KAY’S CAR SHARE: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION Peter Kay and Sian Gibson are adorable as the supermarket manager and promotions rep who share a commute and then fall in love. £13. GAVIN & STACEY: COMPLETE COLLECTION Fans were delighted to hear that the team will be revisiting the story of a long distance love between a girl from Barry Island and an Essex boy, starring Joanna Page and Mathew Horne. £19.99. THE ROYLE FAMILY: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION Although not much really happened in the Royle family home, it made us laugh and laugh. Starring Sue Johnston and Ricky Tomlinson, it was gentle comedy genius. £17.99.…

Olivia Bowen (née Buckland) first met Alex Bowen in the Love Island villa in 2016, and the photogenically blessed pair became the first couple from the hit ITV2 show to get married. Here, Chelmsford-born Olivia, 25, opens up about her own experience on the steamy show, and spills the beans on what really goes on inside that Love Island villa! How did Love Island change your life? It’s still an anomaly to me – it feels just as crazy as it did when we left that villa in 2016! I feel very lucky, because not only did I meet the love of my life in Alex, but neither of us have stopped working since. We’re like two little peas in a pod, and we love working together. I think that’s…

CANCER 22 June – 23 July Developing new projects will make you glow with happiness. Your creative flair, along with a talent for bright ideas, will prove highly rewarding and this will be cause for a celebration. Explore a garden and home centre with loved ones this weekend – you’ll probably spot a great bargain. LIBRA 24 September – 23 October Timing is important. You can’t wait to get started on projects right away, but it would be better to wait until the information you need is available. Your intuition will help you sense when to make a move. Push yourself to go to a party – you’ll cross paths with someone you’ve always admired. CAPRICORN 22 December – 20 January Promises you made others in the past are starting…