Table of contents for Issue 922 in Closer

Pushing yourself out of your comfort zone can be scary, but this week we’re celebrating women who have taken control of their lives and achieved their goals. On p22, we speak to mum Trisha Taylor, who suffers dwarfism and a bone condition yet defied doctors by giving birth to a baby with her 6ft 1 husband. Shockingly, she could have died achieving her dream, but she never gave up. Suzanne Shaw opens up about how she’s battled depression for 18 years, but has overhauled her life by ditching booze and now keeps her mental health on track with exercise. Meanwhile Jac Jossa and Casey Batchelor show how it’s possible to get your mojo back in these uncertain times. Mum-of-two Casey also shares her secrets after losing 2st of her baby…

• Footballer’s wife Chantelle Heskey blows open the ‘screaming matches’ and ‘backstabbing’ in the ‘incredibly competitive’ WAG world • Wants Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy to get to the bottom of their feud so they can both move on • She tells Closer someone leaked stories about her, leaving her determined to find out who It’s been nearly a year since the Wagatha Christie scandal erupted, after Coleen Rooney sensationally accused Rebekah Vardy’s Instagram account of being the source of stories sold to a tabloid newspaper – something Rebekah has always vehemently denied. The feud has since escalated into a multimillion-pound court case, with Rebekah, 38, suing Coleen, 34, for defamation, and Coleen needing to prove that Rebekah was leaking information to the press. 'HAVING STORIES LEAKED IS NOT NICE……

They split up for the umpteenth time after an explosive row in July – but pals tell Closer that James “Arg” Argent is still hoping for another chance with Gemma Collins. A source says, “Arg has been moping a bit recently and telling friends he wants to get back with Gemma. He’s reached out to her, and while she’s trying to stay strong with her decision to move on, she admits she’s feeling torn because she genuinely does love him and desperately wants her happy ending.” Since their most recent split – which came about after Gemma, 37, accused Arg, 32, of paying for another woman’s dinner, while he cruelly called her a “hippo” – he’s spent the majority of his time in Marbella, Spain, and was even seen on…

She shocked fans by announcing her split from husband Phil Vickery eight months ago, and, last week, Fern Britton raised eyebrows after sharing a cryptic post about being “used” and “betrayed”. The former This Morning host, 62 – who was married to the TV chef, 59, for 20 years until they confirmed they had parted ways in January – retweeted a lengthy post which she claimed “fits so perfectly.” Part of it read, “In life, you will fall out with people that you never thought you would. Get betrayed by people that you trusted with all your heart. And get used by people you would do anything for… We all have chapters that end with people at some point in life.” The post caused fans to speculate the message was…

Hotel receptionist Michelle*, 34, lives in Plymouth with her husband of eight years, Gary*. She started an affair last September. She says, “This time last year, I decided to have an affair. I love my husband, but our relationship had become mundane. He’s a typical bloke – he loves football, beer and his mates. I felt taken for granted and low on his list of priorities. “Last summer, we went on holiday to Kavos. The few months before had been terrible; we’d been having petty rows and could go for days without talking. I hoped our holiday would get us back on track, but we had a row on the way to the airport and never really recovered. “When I got home, I was so fed up that I decided…

What a difference a year makes – especially for I’m A Celeb! star Jacqueline Jossa. Last week, the mum of two told fans she was feeling “really happy and lucky” as she shared a sexy snap to promote her latest business venture. Wearing a white blazer with just a bikini underneath, a glamorous-looking Jacqueline oozed confidence as she posed for the camera. Fans couldn’t help but pay attention, with one male fan describing the 27-year-old as a “Yum Mum”. Another gushed, “Beautiful, hot, sexy, fit,” while a third wrote, “Hot lady.” Meanwhile, women also lavished compliments on Jac, with one echoing, “Wow, beautiful, Dan should be so lucky.” Jacqueline’s latest post is just one of many sexy snaps posted to her 2.9million followers over recent weeks. The former EastEnders actress…

In an eyeopening new documentary for BBC1, ex-cricketer and TV personality Freddie Flintoff has opened up about the eating disorder he’s suffered with for years – and has never sought help for. Freddie, 42, confesses to living with bulimia – an eating disorder characterised by bingeing and purging food. Freddie’s secret battle began when sports commentators picked up on his weight increase at the start of his cricketing career. He said, “I became known as a fat cricketer. That’s when I started being sick after meals.” Freddie’s weight dropped dramatically, which coincided with his career highlights. He said, “Things started happening with me as a player – I got my first 100 for England. Everyone was happy with me. I’d lost probably 3st. I just carried on [purging] and I…

Just over two years ago, Lisa Armstrong was feeling “devastated” and at an all-time low. Not only had Ant McPartlin unexpectedly walked out on their 12-year marriage, she also suffered further heartbreak after losing her job as a makeup artist on Britain’s Got Talent – which Ant co-presents. Not long after their separation, he then struck up a romance with Lisa’s former PA and friend, Anne-Marie Corbett. Now, Lisa’s life is going from strength to strength – with the star saying last week she was “beyond excited” and “so proud” to launch a cosmetic range with Avon, which sold out within hours and crashed the site due to high demand. Proving she was finally ready to let go of the past, Lisa had a huge clear out of the marital…

When a friend recommended BBC drama I May Destroy You to Lauren Priddey, she stayed up until 6am, binge-watching all 12 episodes. The hit series – about a young woman who is drugged and raped – brought back traumatic memories as she herself had been raped and terrorised by two evil cousins when she was just 18. “As I watched the drama unfold, I felt a mix of anger and sadness,” says the mental health nurse, who has rebuilt her life against the odds. “It was so harrowing, and it took me back to all the emotions I experienced when I was abused.” TRAUMATIC ORDEAL Now, Lauren is so inspired by the drama, which is partly based on writer Michaela Coel’s own experience of sexual assault, that she has bravely…

She bravely showed off her real post-baby body for a Closer photo shoot back in March, just weeks after giving birth to her daughter, but fast-forward five months and Casey Batchelor has lost 2st, thanks to a lockdown health-kick. The star – who is mum to Florence, two, and Sadie, seven months, with businessman fiancé Dane Goodson – admits she took things slowly, and says getting back into yoga and eating healthily has helped her shed the pounds. NO PRESSURE “I didn’t put any pressure on myself to lose the baby weight, as looking after young children is a lot of pressure in itself,” she says. “I need my energy for the girls too, so I was never going to do a quick-fix diet. I’ve lost 2st slowly and feel…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK New research has shown that eating lots of “ultra processed” foods ages you. people ate, and measured their telomeres – which are a part of the building blocks of our cells called DNA – and the shorter they are, the faster we are ageing. The more ultra processed food people ate, the shorter their telomeres were. SPOT THE OFFENDERS People get confused about what “ultra processed” food is, so let’s clear that up. Unprocessed food is normal food that hasn’t been messed about with, so things like fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, grains, beans, eggs and fish. Minimally processed foods are still normal foods, but they’ve been dried, crushed, roasted, frozen, boiled or pasteurised. Processed foods have ingredients…

As the saying goes, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and I’m fairly confident it’s also the same way to a woman’s. But even if it’s not, I’m certain that a lack of food on a date is the way to break it. A new survey has found that one in five singles use someone’s food preferences as a deciding factor if they’ll see them again. And a fifth would ditch their date if they didn’t have compatible food tastes. I don’t think I’d go that far, but there is something special about sharing food with someone, and if you’re both having as much fun as the other enjoying it. Food preferences can certainly tell you a lot about someone. I’ve dated men who don’t eat…

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How much did you know about honour killing and violence? I had virtually no real idea about it and I’d never heard of Banaz Mahmod or Caroline Goode, but when I read the scripts I was taken with this story and thought it was something I would love to be involved with. What was it like meeting Caroline Goode? She had no idea who I was, which was fantastic. We met and had a cup of tea. If you met her in the street you would have no clue about the extraordinary things that she does. You watched the real-life footage of Banaz asking a police officer for help, fearing she could be murdered? I sat in total stunned silence and then had a very quiet afternoon. Banaz is so…

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Their bitter war has dominated headlines for the past year, but litigation lawyer Caroline Kean tells Closer that Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney could be edging towards a final conclusion in the Wagatha Christie scandal. And as reports claim Coleen is applying for access to Rebekah’s phone for “forensic analysis”, Caroline tells Closer the whole case could hinge on what’s on their mobiles. She says, “Ultimately, the case rests on these electronic correspondences – whether or not Rebekah’s account had leaked the stories. The whole case could be over if there is evidence to prove that, so it’s a crucial stage. If there’s any suspicion that information has been withheld – for example, if a text conversation had been deleted – Coleen or Rebekah can go to the other’s phone…

Romantic businessman Simon Motson gave partner Myleene Klass the best gift to mark the fifth anniversary of their first date – by popping the question. The TV star – who shares son Apollo, one, with Simon – said she was “blown away” by his romantic proposal. Myleene, 42, said, “He even replicated the dinner we had – burger and fries, followed by cherry pie. When he got down on one knee and started fumbling around under the table, I thought he was joking. “Then I thought, ‘Oh my God, he’s for real.’ I was completely speechless.” The former Hear’Say singer was previously in an 11-year relationship with bodyguard Graham Quinn – father to her daughters Ava, 13, and Hero, nine – but was heartbroken when he walked out on her…

Former TOWIE star Billi Mucklow has welcomed her third child with fiance Andy Carroll. The 32 year old announced the birth of their baby girl in a sweet Instagram post showing the newborn wrapped in a white babygrow, with a cute pink knitted headband. Billi revealed her little one arrived as a “surprise” on her big sister Emilie Rose’s 11th birthday, weighing 6lbs 4oz. Andy, 31, also announced the birth on Instagram, saying it was “a day to remember”, explaining, “Celebrating Emilie’s 11th birthday. Preparing for our [football] game. 1.34pm phone call to get home. 6pm our baby girl is here.” Billi and the Newcastle United footballer are already parents to sons Arlo, four, and Wolf, two, while Andy also has Emilie and Lucas, nine, from a previous relationship.…

During lockdown, I got to know my neighbours – who work as intensive care nurses – much better, and I am so in awe of the work that they do. God knows what they’re seeing on a daily basis in the hospital. I can’t even begin to contemplate it. NHS workers, delivery drivers, even people who offered to shop for others during lockdown – these are all people who deserve to be acknowledged for all they do. That’s why I’m working with Mecca Bingo, who have launched a campaign to find a remarkable individual who deserves to be treated to a life-changing home makeover. If I could, I’d nominate so many people. I think we’ve all pulled together so well through this pandemic, and so many people are heroes for…

Closer’s psychological therapist, Emma Kenny, says, “People who have affairs aren’t necessarily ‘bad’ people. They’re unfulfilled, demotivated and feeling a lack of passion in their relationship and an affair can seem like an easy way to temporarily fix it – but a fling is not the answer. It’s understandable that after spending months cooped up with your other half, if your relationship was floundering before it’s likely to be worse now. But a fling doesn’t resolve the permanent problem. And at the moment there is an extra layer of risk because of the COVID pandemic. Meeting someone new for no-strings fun might seem innocent, but you might be putting yourself – and your family – at risk.” Emma adds, “Instead of starting an affair, try counselling and improving communication with…

When Trisha Taylor was born, she suffered a staggering 150 broken bones, and tests showed she had a rare form of brittle bone disease. But the inspiring mum, who also has dwarfism, has never let her condition get in the way – even having a child with husband Michael, who is over 3ft taller than her at 6ft 1. Despite doctors warning she could be crushed from the inside by her growing baby and die, she decided it was worth the risk. Trisha has osteogenesis imperfecta – a genetic disorder. The primary feature of the condition is that it causes bones to fracture with minimal impact, but other symptoms include hypermobile joints and dwarfism, which has left her standing at just 2ft 10 (34in) tall. DETERMINED Full-time mum Trisha, 31,…

Writer and campaigner Sam Thomas, 34, lives in Brighton. He says, “It’s so important that Freddie Flintoff has chosen to talk about his battle with bulimia. Despite male eating disorders being relatively common, it’s still seen more as a ‘female’ problem. But they can affect anyone. “I was 13 when I started bingeing and then purging. It was triggered by being bullied at school. I’d hide in the toilets to eat my lunch, stuffing down everything and then bending over to vomit it all back up. It felt like a release at the time. I carried on doing it at home, too. I had 40 minutes from when I got home until my mum got back from work, and in that time I’d eat and eat, then vomit. She never…

NADIA’S TIPS TRY NOT TO BE A ‘TEACHER’ Never try to recreate the teacher role at home. Think of yourself as learning alongside your kids and facilitating it. If your child asks you something that you don’t know when they’re doing their homework, there’s nothing wrong with saying, “Oh I don’t know – let’s have a look and find out together”. MAKE LEARNING FUN Let your kids find out what they love. Encourage them to make a film and learn in a different way. It’s finding out what makes your children tick. Our kids never say they’re bored – ever. They always seem to have some musical, acting or art project going on in their bedrooms. HANG OUT MORE Try to set aside time to spend with your children when…

Due to recent BLM protests, there have been lots of discussions around race, and one that crops up regularly is the idea of raising children “colour blind”. The thinking is that you don’t see or feel influenced by the colour of someone’s skin. Some see this as positive, showing they are totally without prejudice and not influenced by racial stereotypes, but if you fail to see someone’s colour, you also fail to see the prejudice or privilege they will have experienced as a result. DON’T BE EMBARRASSED It may feel uncomfortable to admit that racial bias exists, particularly if you are white, as I am, but by discussing this reality with your kids, you can help equip them with the knowledge they require to grow into the best possible adults.…

The scheme that gave us half price meals out officially ended last month, but plenty of your favourite high street eateries are still running it Monday to Wednesday until the end of this month. Rumours are, it may even go on longer. Here’s a list of nationwide chains, but check your local favourites too, as lots have kept it going… BILL’S They’re offering 50 per cent off a special menu, Mon-Wed from 12pm. COMPTOIR LIBANAIS You can get 50 per cent off your bill (up to £10 off per person) when you book a table, Mon-Wed. FRANCO MANCA Head out for half price pizza and non-alcoholic drinks (up to £10 off per person), Mon-Wed throughout September. PIZZA HUT They’re giving 2-for-1 on mains for people who are already signed up…

CHUNKY LOAFERS The classic shoe has had an edgy makeover – this bulkier style will add a modern feel to a mini smock dress or a suit. H&M £24.99 CLEVER CLOGS This Instagram-famous pair are a dead ringer for an Isabel Marant style that are ten times the price! We predict a sell-out. ZARA £59.99 FABULOUS FLATS Ticking off three trends in one – Perspex, jewels, and wraparound detailing – these are a great choice for heel-free evening outfits. MISSGUIDED £30 DANCING SHOES Throw practicality out of the window and treat yourself to glorious dancing shoes. These gold platforms are crying out for flared denim or sequin dresses. SCHUH £30 FUNKY HEELS Fancy design details are everywhere – especially creative shaped heels. This sage tone will work with beiges and…

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MITCHELL IN DANGER Toby is desperate to keep the details of his traumatic childhood from the Deverauxs. Things don’t quite work in his favour, however, as Mitchell’s got his hands on a copy of The Red Door (the book written about Toby and Celeste as kids) – and some pages are missing. Furious, Toby summons Mitchell to his flat to “discuss the book”, but it seems he has more sinister plans for his brother… Over at James’ place, employee-of-the-year Maxine comes up with a way of boosting the law firm’s image, and Mandy’s still got her nose stuck in Darren’s diary – this week, reading with horror that he wants to “end it all”. POPPING THE QUESTION Michael has one of those weeks, which starts off promising but ends in…

MUST READ The Secretary (ZOE LEA) When single mum Ruth has a brief fling with Rob, she’s mortified to discover that he’s married – to Janine, head of the PTA at the primary school where Ruth works as a secretary. And when the truth of their fling is discovered, Ruth suddenly has a lot of enemies at the school gates. Then when it starts to affect her son, a student at the school, things turn murderous… A brilliant thriller. TUNE IN But Why: A Podcast For Curious Kids But Why is an excellent podcast led by kids – they ask the questions and experts provide the answers. Each episode concentrates on one question and then expands upon the subject, for example: Why do dogs have tails? How do you make…

Yes Nicole, this was us on the way to the hairdresser when we heard we might be heading into another lockdown – RRRRUUUUUNNNNNNN! Sandy-coloured hair, black whiskers… has anyone told Olly that owners look like their pets? Every second a guy doesn’t text me back i love him more lol LOTTIE MOSS Lottie, we already knew this – please don’t give them any ideas by tweeting this stuff, dating is hard enough as it is! Real is rare and fack is everywhere JAKE QUICKENDEN Looks like Jake’s addiction to buying fine art has come back. But he’s right, folks – be careful if anyone tries to sell you a “Picasso” for less than £10m. We always wondered what the term “cat burglar” actually meant. Thankfully, Sam’s here to show how…

She’s not stopped gushing about toyboy Carl Woods since they began dating at the start of the summer, saying she’d be “lost without him”. She’s also credited him with nursing her back to health, after she agonisingly broke both her feet while on holiday in Turkey in July. Revealing how her relationship is forging ahead, Jordan last week teased fans that a pregnancy was on the cards, as she revealed on her YouTube channel that she had bought an ovulation kit to “test the waters”. ENGAGEMENT Having previously sparked engagement rumours last month when she told fans former Love Island star Carl was the man she wants to “spend the rest of my life with”, Jordan, 42, added fuel to the fire when reports surfaced she was calling herself “K…

She confessed to spending “24/7” with her son, Bear, following his birth in 2017, as the hands-on mum said she found the idea of having nannies and babysitters “alien” to her. And Cheryl – who’s been a single mum since splitting from Bear’s dad, singer Liam Payne, in 2018 – also admitted how she would not even let doctors take her newborn out of the hospital room as she “didn’t want anyone to take him”. After Liam, 27, recently revealed that their three-year-old has started school - telling fans on TikTok how Bear’s teachers have been impressed with how polite he is – insiders say it’s brought a raft of difficult emotions for Cheryl, 37. REFLECTIVE Pals say that while Cheryl’s happy Bear is thriving in his new environment, it’s…

Made in Chelsea star Binky Felstead says she feels “so lucky” to be marrying boyfriend Max Darnton after he got down on one knee last week. Binky – who began dating Max at the start of 2019 – shared her news in a sweet Instagram post. Showing off her huge £50k diamond ring and kissing Max in front of the camera, she wrote, “The easiest ‘Yes’ EVER!” Binky, 30, also revealed Max had asked her three-year-old daughter India – who she shares with her ex Josh “JP” Patterson -for permission "to marry her mummy". Binky’s former co-stars, including Ollie Locke and Louise Thompson, were quick to congratulate their friend on her happy news, while Rosie Fortescue later joined Binky for some celebratory drinks.…

He broke down on national TV earlier this year when he revealed he’s gay. Since then, Phillip Schofield has adapted to his new life with the unwavering support of his wife of 27 years, Stephanie. Last week it emerged that the This Morning presenter, 58, and Stephanie, 56, are in the process of a divorce – and that Phillip will share his £9m fortune with his wife in exchange for her “ongoing loyalty”. Sources said that despite the difficult times, the pair – who have daughters Molly, 27, and Ruby, 24 – have remained “as tight and devoted to one another as ever” and will have an “amicable” divorce, with no non-disclosure agreements. Phil – who has remained single since the split – is reportedly planning to remain at their…

Their romance has been hailed as “couple goals” amid their constant stream of loved-up Instagram posts and gushing tributes to one another, following their whirlwind engagement in July. And as Brooklyn Beckham further fuels excitement over his upcoming wedding to American model, Nicola Peltz – captioning a recent snap of his fiancée with a nod to his Spice Girl mum’s hit, 2 Become 1 – rumours about “the society wedding of the year” have reached fever pitch. Reports about the A-list nuptials suggest there could be two lavish bashes on both sides of the Atlantic costing a whopping £3 million, with rumours swirling that the couple are eyeing up St Paul’s Cathedral for the ceremony in the UK. But behind the scenes, insiders say Brooklyn’s protective mum Posh has felt…

When the cameras entered Kris Jenner’s luxurious LA mansion to film Keeping Up With The Kardashians in 2007, little did she know the reality show would turn into a worldwide phenomenon. For over 13 years, devoted fans would tune into the Kardashian family’s ups and downs, with Kris’ daughters – Kourtney, Khloé and Kim, and their half-sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner – at the forefront of the drama. But earlier this month, Kim, 39, revealed the family had made the “difficult decision” to end the show after 20 series, with the final season airing early next year. But celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton, who has known the family for years, tells Closer this won’t be the last we’ll see of them. “I’m not surprised the show has come to an…

They were a celebrity match made in heaven when they got together in 2012, before tying the knot in 2015. And five years on, Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan’s relationship seems stronger than ever, defying numerous challenges they’ve faced over the years. The couple appeared more loved up than ever when they were pictured on a date night last week, holding hands and grinning as they left a restaurant together in Cheshire, near to where Michelle’s family live. The pictures come after Mark and Michelle, both 33, spent all their time together during the COVID-19 lockdown – for the first time in their marriage, as their careers have meant they’ve had to live separately in different countries over the past few years. Not only have they been forced to spend…

Opening up about her battle with depression during an emotional video during lockdown, Suzanne Shaw revealed she had struggled with her mental health for the past 18 years. Now, speaking to Closer, the former Hear’Say star admits that, at its worst, she used to drink to numb her feelings. Revealing that she has taken antidepressant medication on and off for years, Suzanne, 38, confesses, “I would self-medicate with alcohol after a hard day, but then I would wake up the next day after a binge-drinking session and feel so low, I’d cancel weekend plans and have a duvet day. That did impact my family.” Luckily, in the last year, Suzanne – who has four-year-old son Rafferty with her businessman fiancé Sam Greenfield, and 15-year-old son Corey with her ex, actor…

How much do you spend? Around £250. My mum’s staying with us [Paula lives with husband Gary, 50, daughter Isla, 13, and son Raphael, nine], so to minimise the risk of coronavirus, we do a big shop and make it last two weeks. Describe your daily diet… I have porridge with water for breakfast – I have a slight lactose intolerance so can’t have milk. Or I have wholemeal toast, margarine and almond butter, or poached eggs with fresh tomatoes. Lunch is usually a jacket potato with tuna and cheese. We eat a lot of fish, so a typical dinner might be salmon or tuna with a pesto and herb crust, with rice, pasta or couscous, plus veg. What do you snack on? Fruit, as well as almonds and cashews.…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Almost a quarter of young British women hate their looks, while a third have been reduced to tears by looking in the mirror, and 62 per cent feel “unbearable” pressure to look good. Having pride in your appearance and getting the best from your body is empowering, but your looks are temporary, so if you spend your life fixating on flaws, you’d better buckle up because it will be a big, disappointing ride. Body confidence is available to anyone who wishes to develop it – irrespective of your physical attributes. You can get up every day for the rest of your life loving the skin that you are in. Self-acceptance begins when you realise that you are…

MY BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT… is my sobriety. I’m over a year sober and I feel so much better for it. I want to show people they can feel good, too. I was drinking too much and going through a stressful time, then getting divorced (from wife Georgina Gordon after six years together) and I just thought, “No, this isn’t for me.” MY BEST ADVICE… is to be kind. THE BRAVEST THING I’VE DONE… is jump out of a plane for charity. It was terrifying; my body didn’t want me to do it, so someone had to peel my fingers off the edge of the plane. It was exhilarating, but I was happier once my feet hit the ground. MY PET PEEVE… is people who don’t say what they’re thinking. It really…

GET HER LOOK OLIVIA PALERMO, 34 Fashion darling Olivia has nailed in-between dressing with this gorgeous ensemble. We love the ruffled polka-dot blouse teamed with a chic cream skirt. Complete the look with a top-handle bag, a python-print belt and studded slip-ons for added style points. I WANT WHAT SHE’S GOT! CATE BLANCHETT – DAY VS NIGHT VENICE FILM FESTIVAL This nautical look is far from cliche! Cate cuts a crisp silhouette in white and navy separates at the Venice Film Festival, finishing off her look with platform loafers. Yacht-side dressing has never looked so timeless. Teaming a vibrant T-shirt with a blazer is a classic fashion move – and Cate got the memo. Adding leather-look trousers, sunnies, and boots, the actress makes an impression thanks to her shot of…

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NEW SERIES 1 LITTLE MIX: THE SEARCH TALENT SHOW FIX SAT 26/SUN 27 SEPT, 7PM/6.45PM, BBC1 The biggest girlband in the world need a supporting act for their next tour – thus a new TV talent search is born! X Factor winners Little Mix (Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Jade Thirlwall and Leigh-Anne Pinnock) are on the hunt for the next big singing sensation, with comedian Chris Ramsay hosting proceedings (and luckily lockdown didn’t stop filming as the girls worked with the bands over Zoom). Leigh-Anne explains how they want to “find the next big group and be the best mentors” they can be, while Jesy reckons that the show will be “more current and fresh” than other TV talent contests, and the gals are perfect to front it because of course…