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Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi enjoyed a traditional royal Christmas break in Sandringham, Norfolk this year. But Edoardo's son, Christopher Woolf, sweetly known as Wolfie, jetted off to sunnier climes with his mother, architect Dara Huang, to enjoy the festivities and ring in the New Year in Miami, Florida.
Dara, who welcomed her first child with ex-fiancée Edoardo during their time together, took her seven-year-old on a Disney-themed cruise, according to MailOnline, before enjoying some time in a luscious pad on Miami Beach which was, of course, adorned with the most spectacular Christmas decorations.
Taking to Instagram, the Florida-born architect shared a series of gorgeous snaps and videos from their time on vacation and one showed little Wolfie next to a stunning, tall Christmas tree glittering with plenty of lights and baubles.
Little Wolfie looked enamoured by the gorgeous tree – which seemingly took up plenty of space in the room at their accommodation – and was seen placing a decoration on one of the branches. Dara shared the images on New Year's Day, writing: "Happy New Years!! Rollin' into the new year in my favourite place with my favourite peeps. 2024 is going to be an amazing year!!!"
In the post, another video shows the 41-year-old business owner relaxing on a sun lounger on the beach basking in the Miami sunshine, and another shows her posing on a terrace in a stunning polka dot beach dress.
Wolfie was clearly having the time of his life during his Stateside Christmas trip and a video shared in the same carousel showed the young boy running into the ocean. According to Richard Eden of the Mail, Wolfie enjoyed a magical sailing on the family-friendly cruise liner before returning to land in Florida, where his mum grew up.
Last year, Wolfie was seen spending the holidays in the UK with his dad and stepmother, Princess Beatrice. The little one even walked hand-in-hand with his dad and step mum as they took part in the royals' annual Christmas walk to St Mary Magdelene Church in Sandringham on Christmas day.
Beatrice and Edoardo married in July 2020 and, a year later, they welcomed their first child together, daughter Sienna. The couple prefer to keep their youngest out of the spotlight and Sienna hasn't been seen in public with the royal pair.
Before Wolfie headed to the US, however, he did get to see his father and stepmother just before Christmas arrived when he joined them at the Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey, put together by the Princess of Wales. Wolfie was pictured holding Princess Beatrice's hand as they made their way into the service while Edoardo followed closely behind.
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Julianne Hough took a stroll down memory lane on Thursday when she looked back at her career as a professional dancer and shared several throwback photos.
The Dancing with the Stars alum, 35, took to Instagram with some beautiful black and white images of herself in her ballet get-up.
While it was clearly Julianne in the photos, she looked very different from today as a make-up free 24-year-old.
She commented on the throwbacks from just over a decade ago in the caption which read: "Looking back on these photos from the legendary @patrickdemarchelier, it feels like a lifetime ago, yet yesterday all at once.
Julianne continued: "Dance is my tie to everything. Where my heart is truly rooted. As I look between a fresh-faced flashback of my 24-year-old self and the new year that stands before me, I can’t help but feel excited that while most things are very different, one thing will always remain the same."
Fans commented: "Beautiful!!! These are breathtaking," and, "Love this so much."
Julianne and her brother, Derek Hough, have had lengthy and successful careers in the dance world. They've remained incredibly close and recently dealt with some difficult family news.
Derek took to Instagram at the beginning of December to explain that his wife Hayley, who he married in 2023, had "become disoriented" at "the end of last night’s tour performance in Washington D.C."
He continued: "She was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma from a burst blood vessel and required an emergency craniectomy", but added that she is in "stable condition".
Julianne was one of the first to send support and reposted his message adding: "Please pray and send all your love, healing and light to Hayley and Derek”, thanking fans from “the depths of our families hearts."
On Christmas Day, Hayley took to Instagram with a joyful update in a joint post, sharing a photo of her and Derek sharing a kiss by their tree, where she is sporting green pajamas and a matching silk head scarf.
In the post, she wrote: "Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas!" adding: "Cherishing the greatest gift of all."
The comments section under the post was quickly flooded with supportive messages from friends and fans alike, with Julianne writing: "You are our Christmas miracle."
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One of the earliest events on the Awards Season roster is the Golden Globes.
In the ceremony's 80-year history, there have been a plethora of fashion and beauty moments like no other.
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The 2023 event alone brought iconic makeup looks in abundance. From Jenna Ortega’s sultry Sophia Loren-inspired eyes to Lily James’ feline flick eyeliner and brunette bombshell bobbed hair.
Throughout history, we've seen Hollywood's most glamorous icons grace the Golden Globes red carpet, from Marylin Monroe to Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren to Farrah Fawcett.
As we patiently wait to see what the 2024 event brings on Sunday January 7 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, we reflect on some of the best vintage Golden Globe beauty moments of all time…
Marylin Monroe
In 1962 Marylin Monroe wore her signature bright blonde tresses in a voluminous bob with the ends flicked out, complete with a thick winged eyeliner look and dazzling drop earrings.
Cher
Cher became synonymous with the perm in the 80's. She paired her signature look with sheer metallic eyeliner reaching her brows, a deep lipliner and statement earrings falling below her shoulders.
Joan Collins
Joan oozed Hollywood Glamour in 1989 with a sophisticated pin-curled hairdo paired with a satin pale red lip and canary diamond cluster earrings.
Sophia Loren
Sophia captured attention with a sultry tight-liner look complete with dark eyeshadow and a dewy pinkish-nude lip.
Halle Berry
In a look that says 2000s princess, Halle Berry paired her signature pixie cut with a soft glam look featuring glitter on the inner eyes to make them pop. I love the super nude glossy lip.
Claudia Schiffer
Claudia oozed It-girl model glam with her signature bright blond tresses loosely curled and draping down her shoulders. Her bright red lip gave major bombshell energy.
Morgan Fairchild
In an 80s version of Claudia Schiffer's look, Morgan Fairchild donned a fluffy blowout look complete with a bold red lip.
Grace Kelly
Grace Kelly looked every inch royalty in the mid-50s with the chicest slicked back, low bun updo, natural makeup and pearl and diamond earrings.
Debbie Allen
Debbie Allen let her hair do all the talking with a top-heavy, voluminous curled updo. She eschewed neck jewellery and wore gold disc earrings with multicoloured gems.
Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn's look to collect the Cecil B. DeMille award in 1990 was utterly award winner worthy. She paired her opulent ivory satin gown with a bouffant updo and statement kite-shaped diamond earrings.
Julie Andrews
Julie looked ethereal in 1983 with her ultra-short hair neatly styled, complete with gold and diamond earrings and blue-ish eyeliner.
Farrah Fawcett
Farrah's bouncy blowout is truly iconic. In 1977 she championed the undereye brightening powder as the focal point of her makeup.
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A vacuum cleaner is an essential in every home. Whether you have carpets or hard flooring, vacuuming is the quickest and easiest way to get rid of dirt and dust so your space looks and feels as clean and cosy as possible.
With the cost of living crisis set to continue, if you're buying a new vacuum, you might not be looking to make a big investment right now. While it’s often true you get what you pay for, there are many affordable vacuum cleaners with glowing reviews - including cheap cordless vacuum cleaners - available to shop on Amazon for less than £180. With January sales currently live, this even includes top brands like Shark.
How we chose the best cheap vacuum cleaners
- Top-rated: We've only included vacuums from trusted brands, with top reviews and at least a 4.3/5 star verified rating on Amazon.
- Price: Every vacuum cleaner costs £180 or under.
- Availability: Every product is available to shop quickly and easily via Amazon, with free delivery for Prime customers.
Shark Stratos Corded Stick Vacuum Cleaner HZ3000UKT
Features
- Anti Hair Wrap Technology which removes hair from the brush-roll as you clean, keeping it tangle-free
- Unique Anti Odour cartridge system to keep your home smelling fresh
- Shark's DuoClean floorhead for both carpets and hard floors
- Flexology bends to clean under furniture
- Long 10m power cord gives you extra cleaning reach
- Transforms into a handheld vacuum with precision nozzle for on-the-spot cleans
- Five-year guarantee upon registration, with a dedicated customer care team
Shark is one of the most trusted names in vacuums. Usually £249.99 and currently on sale, this model is at the more affordable end of the brand's product range but still boasts impressive features and over 4,500 five-star Amazon ratings.
Greenote Cordless 23000PA Stick Vacuum Cleaner
Features
- Two suction modes with powerful 200W motor
- Flexible 180° swivel brush head with bright LEDs for visibility
- Suitable for carpets and hard flooring
- Includes one floor brush and three different brush heads to switch between vacuuming and handheld vacuuming
- Lightweight (1.2kg)
- Adjustable telescopic pole (27'' to 35")
- Washable HEPA filter
- One-click design to expels debris from the dust cup
- Minimal sound in standard mode (<65db)
Cordless and compact with two powerful suction modes, Greenote's bestselling vacuum has all of the features you'd expect from a much more expensive model, and you can currently shop it with over 50% off. Ultra practical, it's lightweight and quiet with adjustable features.
Akitas 3-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
Features
- Choose between energy efficient eco mode and potent max mode (150W motor)
- Cordless with up to 40 minutes of run time on a full five-hour charge
- Lightweight (2kg) and easy to move
- Suitable for both tiled floors and carpets
- Motorized floorhead and LED lights for better visibility
- Detachable handheld mode
- Washable HEPA filter
This Akitas cordless vacuum is an Amazon bestseller and right now you can shop it with 22% off. Powerful but lightweight, it has two suction modes, a detachable handheld vacuum and and is suitable to use on any flooring.
Amazon Basics Cylinder Bagless Vacuum Cleaner
Features
- Includes upholstery nozzle, dusting & parquet brush, crevice tool & accessory holder
- Anti-allergen HEPA 12 filter, to remove odours & capture 99.5 percent of dust, dirt, pollen & allergens
- Suitable for both carpets and hard floors
- Adjustable hose (4.9ft max length) and 16.4ft cord
Amazon’s own brand vacuum cleaner provides 700 watts of power, smooth-rolling manoeuvrability and a reusable dust bag. The air filter traps 99.5% of fine particles like dust mites, pet dander and pollen, making it ideal for those with allergies. It also comes with multiple attachments so you can use it for a variety of cleaning needs.
VacLife Handheld Vacuum
Features
- Lightweight and cordless
- Two attachments - a brush tool to loosen hair & dust, and the crevice nozzle tool for deep suction cleaning
- LED light for visibility
- 20 minutes of run time from a two-hour charge
If you’re looking for a vacuum cleaner to use in your car and those harder-to-reach areas in your home, this one from VacLife is Amazon's number one bestseller. It has over 10,000 five-star ratings and will set you back less than £50. Super lightweight, it makes little sound despite its powerful motor.
Lefant M210P Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Features
- Four cleaning modes to suit every need: automatic, planning, fixed point & edge
- Intelligently identifies carpets and increases maximum suction power for optimal cleaning performance
- The compact body includes an impressive 500ml dust container to hold waste
- Built-in 6D anti-collision infrared sensor, to intelligently detect the surrounding environment
- Only 28cm in diameter and 7.8cm thick, it's designed to work well in narrow spaces
- Long battery life with up to 120 minutes run time
- Controlled by Alexa or Google Home
- Monitor the cleaning path, schedule cleaning plan, adjust suction level and change cleaning mode using the Lefant Life App
Thinking of investing in a robot vacuum cleaner? Disposing of dust, pet hair and other dirt in your home without you having to lift a finger, what's not to love? This Lefant model is a bestseller and less than £100 in Amazon's January sale.
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January is a time for a fresh start, and one of the things many people focus on is their diet and exercise regime. Enter Veganuary!
Whether you're looking to set yourself a new challenge and ease into a plant-based diet like the Duchess of Sussex, or plan to make a more permanent change to up your energy levels like Fearne Cotton and Jennifer Lopez, we've rounded up the best tips from vegan celebrities to get you started. Take a look at Billie Eilish's favourite takeaway, Liam Hemsworth's go-to smoothie and more…
Up your veggie intake like Jennifer Lopez
During a chat with New York radio station Z100 in 2014, JLo revealed she had switched up her diet, and reported: "You do feel better."
She said: "I love that I'm eating more greens," but joked there was one food she struggled to replace with an alternative: "Butter is the one thing I miss! Butter makes everything taste better."
Take baby steps like Fearne Cotton
After becoming vegetarian at age 11, Fearne Cotton gradually cut out all animal products later in life. She said on The Chickpeeps Podcast in 2020: "I incrementally became vegan. The last thing to go – because I was never a big dairy fan anyway – was eggs."
Find your favourite restaurants like Travis Barker
Travis Barker switched his vegetarian diet, which he had followed since age 13, to a vegan diet in 2008. The Blink-182 drummer shared an insight into some of his favourite meals during a chat with GQ: "I love vegan pizza, I’ll also have vegan sushi, Vietnamese vegan food, a dear friend of mine owns this spot called Au Lac which is just so good." It's thought that his wife Kourtney Kardashian follows a similar diet.
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Look after your health like Robbie Williams
Many celebrities give up animal products for health reasons, but Robbie Williams revealed he could have died had he not changed his diet to cut out contaminated fish. Speaking to Radio X, the singer revealed: "I was eating fish twice a day and I’ve got the highest mercury poisoning the doctor has ever seen."
He thanked his wife Ayda Field for encouraging him to get tested, adding: "I could’ve dropped dead of mercury and arsenic poisoning I went plant-based the next day."
Have a back-up option at home like Ariana Grande
The Thank U, Next singer Ariana Grande admitted she tends to head home for her meals. "It is tricky dining out, but I just stick to what I know - veggies, fruit, and salad - then when I get home, I’ll have something else," she told The Mirror.
Ease yourself into going vegan like Meghan Markle
The Duchess of Sussex told Best Health in 2016: "I try to eat vegan during the week and then have a little bit more flexibility with what I dig into on the weekends."
Replace eggs with mung beans like Kim Kardashian
In June 2019 Kim Kardashian revealed to her Instgram followers that she was going vegan by posting a picture of her morning breakfast with the caption: "Plant-based life."
The reality star's breakfast included vegan mung bean 'scrambled eggs' from the brand Just Egg. The egg-free scramble has since appeared multiple times on the KUWTK star's Instagram, proving going vegan doesn't mean sacrificing your all-important morning fry-up!
Venus Williams
Venus decided to take on a vegan diet for her health to assist with her Sjögren’s syndrome symptoms, but she struggled with the lack of sweetness in her diet. Speaking to Eating Well, the tennis star said she loves eating fruit to "beat sugar cravings with natural sweetness".
Pack in the protein like Liam Hemsworth
Liam Hemsworth announced in 2015 that he had gone vegan. The actor Australian has revealed his secret to building muscle on a vegan diet to Men's Health Australia in May 2021.
Liam revealed that it is all about increasing portion size, and since switching to an all-vegan diet he says he has been able to fill up on larger quantities of the foods he loves than ever before. For example, he loves a smoothie packed full of spinach, strawberries or blueberries, one banana, almond butter, almond milk, and plenty of plant-based protein powder.
"They're great for you and so good, I probably do a few of those a day," Liam explained.
Stock up on grains, lentils, rice and beans like Ellen Pompeo
Former Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo suggested her diet is full of lentils and beans. She told People: "I don’t think it’s tricky at all — it’s actually easier because meat you have to cook it before it goes bad. Grains and lentils and rice and beans, everything’s in the pantry already."
Clear your house of all non-vegan products like Lea Michelle
Former Glee actress Lea Michelle said she prevents unhealthy eating by surrounding herself with nutritious food. She told US Weekly: "I keep my home completely vegan, which I think is one of the most important things. If you keep your home healthy, then, when you’re reaching for snacks, you’re not reaching for bad things. So, I stock it with fruits and vegetables."
Discover nearby vegan takeaways like Billie Eilish
In 2019, Billie Eilish teamed up with UberEats to discuss her favourite vegan food restaurants across America, all of which she accesses whilst travelling. The 'Bad Guy' singer also admitted that she has an obsession with ordering vegan burritos.
Use apps like Tiffany Watson
Former Made In Chelsea star Tiffany Watson and her sister Lucy have both been open about their vegan lifestyle, even opening their own plant-based restaurant Tell Your Friends and offering vegan leather products via Threesixfive.
Whilst talking to Live Kindly, she advised: "Look on Instagram, look on the Happy Cow app, plan ahead, and it’s fun! You get to find new places and it helps you get excited for your holidays."
Go on social media for inspiration like Lucy Watson
Whilst giving her top tips for going vegan, Lucy Watson told Indy100: "There are so many online articles and social posts to inspire you. I recently made and shared a granola pizza on my Instagram and people loved it. So many amazing Instagrammers follow a plant-based diet. They are constantly posting recipes to inspire their followers and help them with simple ways to get involved."
Take your vitamins like Natalie Portman
Hollywood actress Natalie Portman revealed to Harper's Bazaar: "I usually have oatmeal or avocado toast in the morning ... I take vitamins too — vitamin D, and I'm still on prenatal vitamins. I get B12 shots once a month because it's the one thing you don't get from a vegan diet."
Swap meat for tofu like Peter Dinklage
According to Veganuary, when Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage had to eat meat on-screen for a GOT scene, he swapped the meat products for tofu instead so that viewers couldn't tell the difference.
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Kate Hudson was seen on the streets of New York City on Thursday looking radiant in a look that could almost have you thinking it was 2005, and in the best way possible.
The Glass Onion actress, 44, stepped out for an appearance on the Today Show wearing a fabulous denim pencil skirt with a high split in a mid-wash. She styled it with a striped sweater in an array of bright colours and a fine copper glittery thread running horizontally throughout. The piece also had shimmery gold cuffs.
The Bride Wars star added a pair of sheer black stockings for style and comfort before topping off the look with a pair of glamorous over-the-knee black boots with a rounded point toe and a wedge heel.
Before entering the studio, Kate was spotted wearing an eye-catching cream fur coat with deep brown fur around the wrists. She also flashed a bright smile at the paparazzi carrying a carpet bag with a bold print.
The How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days actress enhanced the daytime look with simple jewellery – just two gold rings and wore her bright blonde locks in a straight mid-length style. She darkened the look with a plum smokey eye which brought out the shades in her sweater beautifully.
Kate's fans are used to seeing her in more glamorous red carpet looks so it is nice to see how she switches up her style. The mother-of-three arrived at the 2023 WIF Max Mara Face Of The Future Award Recipient cocktail event in Los Angeles last November wearing an incredible power suit.
She paired an oversized grey blazer with matching wide-leg pants and kept things super simple with a black bandeau. For shoes, Kate opted for a pair of platformed black pointed-toe heels and kept her jewellery on the down-low to keep in with the effortless aesthetic with a pair of silver single tassel earrings covered in rhinestones.
Kate took things up a notch when she attended the Giorgio Armani Prive Fall 2023 Couture Collection Runway Show last July in Paris. She went for a bandeau once again but upped the ante by pairing the satin patterned number with a matching puffed skirt.
The Something Borrowed actress allowed her earrings to do the talking by ditching necklaces and bracelets on this occasion. The pair she chose were dramatic, silver and sparkly – everything we love to see in an earring.
Her hair and makeup added to the unusual glamour the look exuded. She wore a grungy tightline eyeliner with a wash of pink shimmery eyeshadow over the lids and topped off the look with a satiny nude lip.
When conversing with her 17.9 million fans on Instagram Kate shows her laid-back side at home with her partner of seven years Danny Fujikawa, daughter Rani as well as Kate's sons Ryder and Bingham from her stunning $6m vintage home that used to belong to her Hollywood icon mother Goldie Hawn.
Kate purchased the Pacific Palisades home in 2005 and then bought the home next to it in 2011 to create a sprawling estate.
The property boasts seven bedrooms, as well as an impressive garden with a pool and spa. The land that the home is situated on also offers a guest house which has an additional five bedrooms.
DISCOVER: Kate Hudson's rarely-seen middle son enjoys close-up with mom in heartwarming new video
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Although setting – and sticking to – New Year's resolutions can feel daunting to some, for others it's a great opportunity to incorporate new routines and healthy habits into your lifestyle. Many trends seem to get recycled each year such as going vegan or cutting alcohol, but let us pose an arguably simple resolution: move more.
During the COVID lockdown years (apologies for the reminder) millions merged from busy jobs with a five-day commute to working from home and, even since then, many have continued to do so, or at least in a hybrid capacity.
Of course, not all jobs are office/desk-based, but those that are often result in people sitting at computers for hours on end. Productivity might rise, but at what cost? A sedentary lifestyle doesn't only mean being chained to a desk for eight hours a day, but prolonged periods of time without any movement – even in short bursts – can have detrimental effects on our health which has led many studies, including this one from Dr. James Levine from Mayo Clinic, branding it "the new smoking".
Does it sound extreme? A little. But we spoke to experts to unpick the claim and decipher just how bad a sedentary lifestyle can be for our health. What's more, a study in the American Journal of Epidemiology found that those who sit for "more than six hours a day had a significantly higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease compared to those who sat less."
But, there's good news because (spoiler alert) it can very easily be overcome...
Is sitting really the new smoking? The experts give their say…
The question doesn't have a simple yes or no answer. However, it's known that a sedentary lifestyle over a prolonged period can cause many of the same diseases associated with smoking. Dr. Alka Patel is a GP & longevity expert who told HELLO! that the analogy is "a catchy public health slogan" that has been coined in recent years and therefore isn't a direct comparison. However, she did state that it "nonetheless underscores the significant health risks associated with prolonged sitting."
Dr. Alka continued: "Our body's metabolism slows down, affecting our ability to regulate blood sugar and metabolise fats efficiently. a musculoskeletal perspective, prolonged sitting can lead to muscle degeneration, particularly in the lower body, and increase the risk of osteoporosis due to decreased bone density. Sitting, especially with poor posture, can lead to chronic back pain and joint stiffness. Simply put, the body is designed to move, so move it we must!"
Dr. Tamara Alireza, a Functional Medicine Specialist at Skinfluencer with an MSc from University College London, agrees.
She told HELLO!: "Research has shown that a sedentary lifestyle results in negative effects on the body, similar to those associated with smoking, and results in higher all-cause mortality. It has been estimated to cause a third of deaths from coronary heart disease, cancer, stroke and type 2 diabetes. It is a key factor in the development of chronic diseases from problems in the cardiovascular system and metabolic disorders."
Dr. Tamara added: "Prolonged physical inactivity is associated with systemic inflammation, while muscle contraction triggers an anti-inflammatory response, reducing the likelihood of many chronic disorders in various parts of the body."
What other effects can a sedentary lifestyle have?
Away from the physical effects of sitting for prolonged periods of time, a sedentary lifestyle can have a bad impact on our mental health. Dr. Alka also told HELLO!: "Sedentary behaviour increases the risk of depression and anxiety. Prolonged inactivity may increase the risk of cognitive decline and dementia in older adults."
Dr Tamara agrees: "Physical activity results in serotonin release, which boosts mood. What's more, exercise can boost the number and diversity of beneficial microbes in the gut, improving host health, while decreasing mental health disorders."
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What's the best way to combat sedentary behaviour?
If it sounds daunting then the question is, what do we do about it? Millions of us have little choice but to sit at a desk for hours a day. But, that doesn't mean we can't move around in what experts call "movement bites." There are many easy and simple ways of incorporating more of these into daily life.
Many smartwatches and fitness trackers cleverly have notification pop-ups every hour instructing you to stand for at least ten minutes. If you don't have such a device, set an alarm on your phone or on a manual timer. Every hour, a bit of movement will do wonders even if it's only for a few moments.
Dr Tamara also advised us: "The overall goal is for regular movement, this doesn't have to be a daunting task requiring gym membership but can be added in wherever you can. A desk job can be supported by changing the chair to a Swiss ball, for example.
"Use the bathroom on a different floor and take the stairs to get there. Take a phone call standing up at your desk; do some calf raises while getting some tea. Get off the bus or tube one stop early if you have the time and walk the rest of the way. Take lunch in the café or outside, instead of at your desk, so you have to walk a little to get there.
"It has even been shown that for desk jobs requiring long hours sitting, lower limb heating with pads, fidgeting in your chair, and even keeping your legs straightened (prolonged leg bending causes impaired function) can preserve vascular function. Aim for a goal of 10,000 steps a day, but any increase in movement is beneficial."
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Shia LaBeouf has joined the Catholic Church, and is reportedly considering becoming a deacon.
According to the Capuchin Franciscans of the Western America Province, the Even Stevens child star "fully entered the Church this past weekend through the sacrament of confirmation".
The Catholic order of men stated they were "overjoyed to welcome him into the fold and witness his deep commitment to his faith journey", posting to Instagram photos of the actor alongside the friars.
The group also shared photos from his confirmation in which the actor looked solemnly in prayer.
"Shia LaBeouf, known for his incredible talent and passion in the entertainment industry, has embarked on a profound spiritual journey that has led him to embrace the teachings of the Catholic Church", they wrote. "His decision to fully enter the Church is a testament to his sincere desire to grow in his relationship with God and live out the Gospel values."
The Capuchin Franciscans are a religious order of men, inspired by Saint Francis of Assisi. They state they have dedicated their lives to serving the poor and marginalized, living the Gospel through "fraternity, simplicity, and "contemplative prayer".
They continued: "We believe in the transformative power of faith and the incredible impact it can have on one’s life. We are humbled and grateful to walk alongside Shia as he takes this important step in his spiritual journey."
The order invited fans to join them in celebrating the momentous occasion and "to keep Shia LaBeouf in your prayers as he continues to deepen his faith and seek God's guidance in his life".
The Transformers actor's confirmation reportedly took place on December 31st at Old Mission Santa Inés Parish in Solvang, California, according to the Catholic News Agency.
The actor's confirmation sponsor also revealed that LaBeouf made it clear he intends to become a deacon in the church "sometime in the future."
The actor reportedly grew closer to the order through his film Padre Pio, which came out in 2022.
LaBeouf, who has been no stranger to controversy over the past few years, is married to actress Mia Goth. The couple share a daughter, who was born in 2022. There are questions as to what his wife might think of his new faith.
The Even Stevens actor has stated that Mia saved his life when they reunited after two years estrangement in 2022.
“She was present for me at a time when I didn’t deserve to have nobody in my life, especially her,” he added. “She gave me hope when I was really running on fumes.”
The actor was sued by ex-girlfriend Tahlia Debrett Barnet (FKA Twigs) for sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress in 2020. The lawsuit is scheduled to proceed trial in October 2024.
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Christian Oliver, best known for his roles in Valkyrie and Sense8, and his two young daughters have reportedly died.
Four people, including the actor and his two young daughters, were killed in a plane crash in the Caribbean on Thursday.
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force released a statement about the incident, which occurred off the island of Bequia as the family were travelling from J.F. Mitchell Airport in Paget Farm to St. Lucia.
"Moments after taking off, the aircraft experienced difficulties and plummeted into the ocean," the statement read. "Fishermen and divers from Paget Farm went to the scene of the incident in their boats to render assistance. The SVG Coast Guard was informed and quickly traveled to Paget Farm, Bequia, to lead in the rescue efforts."
As well as the 51 year old actor and his two daughters Madita, 10, and Annik, 12, the pilot and plane owner Robert Sachs was also found dead.
Authorities reported the bodies were recovered from the aircraft and waters by the SVG Coast Guard and the victims were later pronounced dead.
The German actor, also known as Christian Klepser, starred in numerous roles on German and American screens. In the US he became well known for his role as Luca in The Baby Sitters Club, as well as 2008 thriller Valkyrie, also starring Tom Cruise.
His last Instagram post on January 1st was a picture from the Caribbean with the words: "Let Love Rule Wishing all of you the best for 2024!" written over the top.
He captioned the photo: "Greetings from somewhere in paradise! To community and love …2024 here we come !"
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Barbenheimer was the saviour of Cinema last year, but now that the SAG-AFTRA strikes are over, and our favourite stars are back on set, there's plenty to look forward to. With Awards Season in full swing, Poor Things has entered the fold as the film with all the Oscars buzz – Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone are a winning combination.
And away from the herd of critics, big blockbusters are ready to win over audiences too, with Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Dune: Part Two, and more epic instalments on the way. As a TV and film writer, it's my job to know what's on the roster at all times, and after careful deliberation, these are the 2024 films at the top of my must-watch list…
Poor Things on 12 January
Swarming with Oscars buzz, Poor Things tells the tale of Bella Baxter, a young Victorian woman resurrected by the unorthodox scientist, Dr. Godwin Baxter. Returning from the dead with a renewed lust for life, Bella quickly runs away with lawyer, Duncan Wedderburn, where she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and liberation.
When a film achieves as much critical acclaim as Poor Things, a trip to the cinema is always a must – I need to know if it's worth the hype. But the fact that it marks another collaboration between Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone, leaves me hopeful. 2018's The Favourite was a masterclass in black comedy, and Emma Stone has proved time and time again, that she's one of the most versatile actresses working in Hollywood today.
Dune: Part Two on 1 March
Timothée Chalamet is the man of the moment. After leading box office hit, Wonka, the 28-year-old is reprising his role as exiled Duke, Paul Atreides, in the sci-fi epic, Dune: Part Two. I'll be honest, for me, Part One, while visually striking, felt a little slow. Paul's journey to the desert and his first meeting with Chani felt dragged out and by the last half hour, my attention was waning.
However, this time around, we're thrown straight into the action with Paul navigating life in the desert with the Fremen, while plotting his revenge against the conspirators who killed his father. The sequel already feels bigger than the first and I'm excited to see new additions Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken and Léa Seydoux in Frank Herbert's world.
Inside Out 2 on 14 June
Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have everything under control with their beloved Riley. That is until a demolition crew arrives and introduces a new emotion – Anxiety – and she's not the only one.
I adored the first Inside Out – although I'm still coming to terms with the loss of Bing Bong, RIP. With Pixar shaking things up and introducing new emotions in the sequel, Inside Out 2 has the rare possibility of being even better than the first film. Looks like I'll have to wait and see!
The Fall Guy on 3 May
Ryan Gosling is getting another chance to flex his comedy muscles. After stealing the show as Ken in Greta Gerwig's Barbie, the actor is taking on another hilarious role. This time around, he's just Colt Seavers – a notoriously vain stuntman – forced to work on a film with his ex-girlfriend and director, Jody, played by the inimitable Emily Blunt.
What starts as a run-of-the-mill stunt job quickly turns into a disaster of epic proportions for Colt, as he becomes embroiled in a high-stakes, criminal plot. Described as a "love letter to action movies," The Fall Guy is all about escapism – and after a long working week, it's the kind of film that I'll be relying on for a pick-me-up.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire on 29 March
Don't get me wrong, I'm not a big fan of reboots, with the exception of Top Gun: Maverick, of course. But, I'll still be heading to the cinema when Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire comes out. Naturally, the big draw is nostalgia – seeing OG cast members Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Will Atherton and Ernie Hudson – back together, is nothing short of epic.
But, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, isn't living in the past. Embracing new mythology, the latest instalment introduces Death Chill – the ghostly figure responsible for plunging sunny New York into a second Ice Age. As the Spengler family teams up with the original Ghostbusters to save the world, they'll face their biggest challenge yet.
MORE: I'm a TV superfan and these are my absolute must-watches for 2024
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Joker: Folie à Deux on 4 October
The first Joker film was nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to director Todd Phillips' nihilistic vision and Joaquin Phoenix's deliciously twisted performance – which bagged an Oscar. So, there's no way I'm missing the sequel.
Returning in the form of a musical thriller, Joker: Folie à Deux, has added Lady Gaga to its supremely talented line-up, which also includes Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener and Jacob Lofland. Taking on the role of Dr. Harleen Quinzel – the psychologist who forms a romantic obsession with Arthur Fleck – the film will document her disturbing and painful transition into Joker's beloved Harley Quinn.
Beetlejuice 2 on 6 September
Winona Ryder and Jenna Ortega playing a mother-daughter duo in Beetlejuice 2? Enough said – I'm there. 36 years later, Tim Burton is bringing back conniving bio-exorcist Betelgeuse, with Michael Keaton reprising his iconic role. Currently, the plot is being kept under wraps, but as a Beetlejuice fan, I'm expecting big things.
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Michael Schumacher is known as one of Formula 1 racing’s all-time greats as the joint-record holder of seven World Drivers' Championship titles.
Tragically, Michael, now 55, suffered a devastating and life-changing head injury in 2013 following a skiing accident in Meribel, France, which left him housebound.
The racing star is cared for by his wife Corinna, with whom he shares two children, his daughter Gina-Maria, 26, and his son Mick, 24.
Find out about Michael Schumacher’s children below…
Michael Schumacher's son Mick
Just like his famous father, Mick also races in Formula 1 and is the reserve driver for the Mercedes AMG team.
When Mick first started his career in motorsport in 2008, he drove under the pseudonym 'Mick Betsch', his mother's maiden name, to avoid attention due to his dad’s career.
Mick’s racing starting number is 47, which is particularly significant.
On his website, Mick explains: "I chose the starting number 47 for several reasons, and all these reasons make it the ideal number for me. My favorite number is 4, and I can find myself in everything it stands for - responsibility, curiosity, determination. Plus, I won a championship with it.
“The 7 stands for my father. The 4 and the 7 together make a unit of the two of us. And the fact that our family's birthdays added together make 47 feels to me like a confirmation of that choice."
Mick also races using the same abbreviation MSC as his father.
He says: "For many years, the racing abbreviation stood for the best driver in Formula 1, my father. As a tribute to him and as an emotional gift to his fans, I have chosen the same acronym. I will do my best to live up to these letters and honour him with them."
Mick was sadly with his father at the time of his skiing accident. Mick was just 14 at the time when the pair went off-piste and Michael fell and hit his head.
Out of respect, Mick doesn’t post about his dad on his Instagram account, however, he does share other aspects of his life and is currently dating Danish model Laila Hasanovic.
Michael Schumacher's daughter Gina-Maria
Gina is successful in sport just like her brother and dad. Gina was the European champion in western-style horse riding, has won the FEI European Reining Championship and often competes in equestrian competitions.
Back in 2018 Gina revealed that she had the opportunity to get into car racing but decided otherwise. "I went to go karting for a season with my dad, but I preferred the horses,” she told TV network NDR.
We often see Gina sharing clips and photos of her horse riding achievements on her Instagram page and in a rare post about her father this January, Gina shared a past photo of herself, Mick and their dad. “Happy Birthday Papa! [heart emoji] throwback to one of many of our adventures.”
Recently posting a video of herself during a competition, she wrote: "Every day I wake up and get to do what I love. I’m grateful for my horses, team, friends & family, that I get to share my passion with! What are you grateful/thankful for?"
In December, Gina introduced the world to her new dog with a sweet photo and wrote: “Everyone meet PAUL! The cutest. For everyone that wants to know, he is a mini-Australian shepherd.”
In her romantic life, Gina is in a relationship with showjumper Iain Bethke.
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Though the start of the year brings global fashion-forward occasions like the Golden Globes, Valentine's Day and Fashion Weeks, it's imperative not to forget the Scottish celebration of Burns Night which takes place annually on January 25.
What is Burns Night?
January 25 is the birthday of the legendary Scottish poet Robert Burns who possessed a nationalist spirit and is the most famous lyricist ever to have written in the Scottish language.
How is Burns Night celebrated?
"A casual evening includes a haggis supper accompanied by music and a toast to the poet himself, says Scottish fashion and lifestyle brand Locharron of Scotland, "A more formal celebration comprises numerous traditional elements. Many people, particularly in the Scottish Highlands, will wear a kilt for the occasion. In fact, almost all guests will include some element of tartan in their festive dress, likely in the design of a region or family clan. Highlighting the patron saint of Scotland, The Scottish St. Andrew’s flag is displayed."
Coveted Scotland-born fashion designer Christopher Kane opts for a more modern celebration and annually hosts a lavish party with the chicest socialites making up the guest list.
If you aren't remotely Scottish or just don't possess a tartan pattern personal to you, fear not. The classic check is a timeless pattern, therefore it never really leaves the sartorial agendas of designers and tartan pieces are often readily available to purchase. The late Princess Diana was perhaps the most unequivocal advocate for tartan, schooling us in styling for any occasion possible.
Is tartan trending in 2024?
It appears however that tartan is in fact trending for 2024. From Ulla Johnson to Luisavaroma, Etro and DSquared2, the checked pattern was consistent on the SS24 runways. Looking back to the AW23 shows last February, Saint Laurent, Emilia Wickstead and Thom Browne to name a few, paid homage to the classic design through modern silhouettes including cropped boxy jackets, maxi coats with dramatic shoulders and classic two-piece suits.
Suffice it to say, there's no time like the present to invest in some good ol' tartan clobber. Here's Hello! Fashion's favourite tartan pieces for you to buy for Burns Night 2024:
How we chose:
Pattern: As tartan check is the traditional Scottish design, each piece is a take on the pattern, in a range of different colours.
Style: Though tartan clothing is classic, I've used my fashion expertise to find silhouettes that are either on trend right now, will be in future or are timeless. I've also found pieces ranging from hair accessories to full-length coats, to hopefully give options depending how you want to style the trend.
Budget: Whether you're after a high-street bargain or an investment piece , I've found pieces from £22.50 all the way to £849.00
HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.
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Ahead of Sunday night, we look back at the singer's golden outfits.
Taylor Swift might just make history on Sunday night at the Golden Globes. The singer is nominated for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement for her Eras Tour film, which has become the highest-grossing concert film of all time. If she wins, she will be the first-ever winner of the new category. This, however, is not Swift’s first rendezvous with the Golden Globes red carpet — she attended the ceremony in 2020 after being nominated for Best Original Song for “Carolina” from Where The Crawdads Sing, and even unexpectedly hit the Globes stage with Idris Elba at the 2019 awards ceremony.
While everyone debates if Swift’s current boyfriend Travis Kelce will accompany her to the awards (it’s not looking promising), we took a look back at her previous Golden Globes outfits. From partying with Selena Gomez and Lorde to joining Amy Poehler on stage in a big, puffy, floral gown, Swift has always thrived at the Golden Globes — whether she officially makes history this year or not.
2019 Golden Globes After Party
Swift made the case for staying in one dress all night long at the InStyle And Warner Bros. Golden Globes after party in 2019.
2019 Golden Globes
In 2019, Swift traded her usually colorful Golden Globes attire for a Versace custom-made off-the-shoulder sparkling black gown with a thigh-high slit.
2015 Golden Globes After Party
Swift hung out with her bestie Selena Gomez, Lorde, and Lena Dunham at HBO's Official Golden Globe Awards After Party in 2015, arriving in a yellow Jenny Packham gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline.
2014 Golden Globes After Party
In one of Taylor’s more daring Golden Globes outfits, Swift wore a sheer Julien Macdonald knit dress to a Golden Globes after party in 2014, pairing the look with strappy sandals and red lipstick.
2014 Golden Globes
At the 2014 ceremony, Swift channeled old-school Hollywood glamor with short curls and a Carolina Herrera strapless dress.
2013 Golden Globes
Swift made her Golden Globe debut at the 70th Annual Awards in a custom eggplant mermaid gown by Donna Karan and matching Lorraine Schwartz earrings.
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Where To Travel In 2024, According To An Astrologer
Lisa Stardust and Delta Air Lines teamed up to help you plan your next vacation.
Thanks to the For You Pages of the astrologically obsessed, astrocartography — the branch of astrology which projects the aspects of your birth chart onto the map of planet Earth — is the cosmic trend du jour. By casting the influence of the planets upon cities and regions, astrocartography has inspired its believers to pack up their lives and move to places where the planets help them shine — but for those less eager to commit, astrologer Lisa Stardust (with help from Delta Air Lines) has just released a highly digestible astrocartography guide to your next vacation destination.
With suggestions based on a person’s sun sign and 2024’s biggest transits, Stardust’s recommendations include encouraging Taureans to embrace the decadence and indulgence of their planetary ruler Venus with the architectural delights of Lisbon and the baroque-art offerings of Naples. Meanwhile, Scorpios can fulfill their perpetual cravings for authenticity with locals-only destinations like San Juan, Puerto Rico and Auckland, New Zealand.
“When you pull up an astrocartography map online, you’re no longer looking at your own personal wheel, but at the entire globe, with lines for each planet crossing over different cities and regions,” says NYLON astrologer David Odyssey. For example, following your Venus line may bring focus on relationships, while following your Saturn line may initiate some growing up. “These lines each represent untapped and even suppressed psychological potentials,” writes astrologer Jim Lewis in The Psychology of Astro*Carto*Graphy, which will “lead these archetypes to see outer manifestation in your life.”
See all of Stardust and Delta’s astrological travel destinations here and start planning those itineraries.
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Bradley Cooper has been lucky enough to call several beautiful women his partner over the years – but don't call him a "player".
"If you're a single man and you happen to be in this business, you're deemed a player," he said in a rare comment about his private life to People in 2011.
The Maestro star – who celebrated his 49th birthday on January 5 – has been married once, to Jennifer Esposito, and became a first-time dad in 2017 to daughter Lea De Seine Shayk Cooper, whom he shares with his ex-girlfriend, supermodel Irina Shayk. But who else has Bradley been in a relationship with?
Bradley Cooper's dating history
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Jennifer Esposito
Actress Jennifer Esposito isn't just Bradley's ex-girlfriend – she's his ex-wife too. The couple had a whirlwind relationship and started dating in 2006 before tying the knot in December that same year.
Four months later, the couple decided to "mutually" split, and Jennifer filed for divorce in May 2007 citing irreconcilable differences. It was finalized in November.
Briefly speaking of their failed marriage in 2011 on The Howard Stern Show, Bradley said: "It was just something that happened. The good thing is, we both realized it... Sometimes you just realize it. It just wasn't right. It's interesting...things happen!"
Renee Zellweger
Bradley's next high-profile relationship was withRenee Zellweger. The pair began dating in 2009 but first met back in 2006 when they filmed the horror movie Case 39.
Like many of Bradley's relationships, they decided to keep out of the public eye as much as possible, but in 2010, the actor gushed about his girlfriend and former co-star, telling Entertainment Tonight: "I can't say enough about her. I just love her."
He added: "I [loved] coming to work. I love acting with her. I can learn so much from her."
The couple parted ways in March 2011 but proved there was no bad blood between them as they pictured enjoying each other's company during a reunion at the 2020 Oscars.
Zoe Saldana
Guardians of the Galaxy star Zoe Saldana was linked to Bradley after they starred together in 2012's The Words.
Speaking of their chemistry on-screen, Zoe told The Hollywood Reporter at the time: "We didn't care where the camera was. It was just like we were both part of this extensive conversation."
They reportedly had an on/off relationship before it fizzled out at the end of 2012 due to their "busy schedules".
They first crossed paths at the Elle Style Awards in London in 2013 and "hit it off almost immediately", according to Suki.
"We were dancing at the after-party, and he asked me if I fancied going to a club. We went to Cirque Le Soir in London – and he's a ridiculously good dancer," she told Rollacoaster magazine in 2014, adding: "We make a pretty good duo."
Though the couple were rarely pictured together at the start of their relationship, Suki accompanied Bradley to several high-profile events during his promo for his film American Hustle. She also joined him for a White House State Dinner and was his date to the SAG Awards in 2014.
They split in 2015 but remained friends, with the former couple even attending the Oscars together and enjoying dinner months after their breakup.
However, in 2022, Suki revealed that Bradley "broke her heart" when she shared a TikTok video of herself with a beard filter. "Can't believe I let someone who looks like me with this filter break my heart," she said.
When a fan replied: "Bradley Cooper besties," the actress confirmed her statement was about her ex-boyfriend when she hit the 'thumbs up' button on the comment.
Irina Shayk
Bradley was first linked to Russian-born supermodel Irina Shayk in 2015 after they were spotted at the Broadway musical Finding Neverland in April of that year.
In 2017, the couple welcomed a daughter, Leah, with Bradley later telling NPR: "Having a child and having a family of my own — which is a miracle and something I've always dreamt of — has opened me up even more, I guess, to the day, and to be present."
The couple were often spotted together and weren't shy about public displays of affection, but they remained coy when it came to discussing their relationship. In 2019, Irina revealed why she keeps her personal life private.
"Because my work requires me to be out there, I just decided my personal life will be quiet," she explained. "That's why it's called personal, because it's something for you and your family, and I feel happy with it."
In June 2019, Bradley and Irina called time on their relationship, but they have remained close and successfully co-parent their daughter.
Gigi Hadid
The A Star Is Born actor's latest girlfriend is reported to be model Gigi Hadid. In October 2023, they were spotted together on multiple occasions, including enjoying a group dinner with Taylor Swift.
Gigi also publicly supported Bradley when she made an appearance at his Danny & Coop's Cheesesteak food truck in Manhattan in December, with several outlets claiming the couple is "getting more serious".
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Kate Garraway has confirmed the tragic news that her husband, Derek Draper, has passed away after struggling with many health problems since contracting COVID in 2020. Derek suffered a heart attack in December that left him hospitalised, with Kate since confirming that he was left critically ill, and was surrounded by family when he died in hospital in January.
READ: Kate Garraway announces her 'darling' husband Derek Draper's death
Kate and Derek shared two children, Darcey, 17, and 14-year-old Billy, whom Kate has often praised due to their relationship with their father throughout his illness. From being overwhelmed with their love and support to how the teenagers would spend time with their dad, here is everything Kate has said about the kids caring for Derek…
Darcey and Billy’s reaction to Derek’s health condition
Derek spent a great deal of time in hospital in 2020, with the family unable to visit due to COVID-19 restrictions. As such, Kate revealed how Darcey and Billy would communicate with him via FaceTime, telling HELLO!: "We're keeping positive and doing everything we can to bring him around. The children and I communicate with him every day on FaceTime, while a nurse holds his iPad. My priority is to make the children feel safe, not to let them see me feeling vulnerable in the world where Derek was my rock."
She continued: "During their chats, they tell him what they've been doing, and their sense of humour often shines through. Darcey, who wants to be a barrister, said: 'Dad, you'd better get better soon because I'm getting cleverer every day. You'll never win an argument if you don't get well soon.'" She added: "Darcey even told him about how she put together a flatpack of furniture for her bedroom. 'Mum's useless. She can't use a screwdriver. I wish you were here, Dad.'"
The kids also wanted to help with Derek’s recovery in October of the same year, when they persuaded Kate to decorate for Halloween, their dad’s favourite holiday, to lift his spirits. At the time, Kate posted: "Tough day as Derek loves #halloween - but the kids have encouraged me to get some of his favourite spooky kit out to celebrate him and feel better for it. Happy #halloween everyone."
Darcey and Billy in Finding Derek
Following Derek’s return home, Kate spoke about how the children were "beside themselves" when he was back from hospital. Speaking on Zoe Ball’s Radio 2 show, she said: "He isn't really able to speak at the moment so he can't tell him off, I have to be the bad guy! They are beside themselves to have him home. They are my heroes. They know instinctively how to talk to him but not ask too much from him. In a way that grownups want to see the old Derek, they have an instinct, there is a lot of love there."
In an Instagram post, Kate spoke about their return to 'normal' life with Darcey and Billy, writing: "Well this was a moment - the first time the kids & I have been out to “something” other than school or work since Derek got sick. It was a magic show we were supposed to be heading to when he was rushed into hospital - and we felt strange that we were going out to one when he isn’t ready to - YET.
"But it was so wonderful to see Darcey and Billy enthralled and mystified and enraptured - the magic of life returning. And I know that’s what Derek wants too. It was unnerving to be with so many people after so long and the kids were wide-eyed and more than a little disorientated to be in the centre of London with all the buzz but excited too. I couldn’t believe my eyes welled up at the spirit and celebration and pure joy of the performers getting the chance to entertain again - magic back in the west end and in our lives."
Darcey and Billy also appeared in their mum’s documentary, Finding Derek, where they spoke about his condition. Darcey said: "We've heard rumours that he'll get better before next year but we really don't know."
Addressing his return to his home after the hospital, she continued: "It might be hard because he might still be hooked up to things to help him survive... It's not scary in the way that it looks scary, but it's scary to think that we might lose him."
Billy added: "Dad usually does LEGO with me the most, but since dad's not here I've been doing it on myself... I really want him back but we don't know if he's going to get better or not."
It was also a moment for the family when Kate revealed that she would be taking Darcey and Billy away for a holiday just the three of them, while Derek was being looked after by carers. Speaking on GMB, she said: "I had a very tight window where I could get everybody to come and look after Derek so I could take the kids away. Obviously, he has nurses as well. Also, I could get somewhere where I could find friends to help us, as I think we're all quite emotional, the three of us, about going away without him and whether that feels a bit strange to do.
"I wondered whether that would feel too strange to do. It feels like a bit of a moment, my son Billy is a bit concerned. It feels strange but we need to do it, to have a little bit of time come back and be refreshed."
Troubling times for the family
Kate revealed some dark days where Darcey was concerned about her mother as well as her dad, explaining: "They [the kids] were at times wondering if I was going to be okay, was I going to be able to keep going. Darcey at one point actually said, "Mum - are you going to kill yourself?" Out of the blue.’ The thing is, that sounds horrific, obviously. But if you know Darcey, she's really blunt. She will always go to the most awful thing you can imagine and work her way back.
"She just came out with the sentence, and I said, "Oh my God, no. Why would you think that?" She said, "I wasn't, but I just thought I better check.'" At the time, Kate replied: "'If anything it's the absolute opposite. I can't imagine what would be more opposite. I'm so scared you thought of that.' And she was like, 'Don’t make a big thing of it.' It showed at the very least she wanted affirmation. And also made me realise she wasn't just worried about her dad, but thinking of me and her brother.
"I don't think I realised how much they were taking care of me quite a lot along the way. The first moment was they wanted to watch Father Brown and I thought, "This is a very odd thing for a teenager to be choosing to watch. But I realised they knew I loved it, and they wanted to do things for me."
Billy and Darcey in 2023
Kate spoke about her two children on This Morning in September 2023, explaining: "Love for him, for the Children. He is most alive when they're around. They are unbelievable. I haven't really talked a lot about them in some ways, but they've had their own traumas and it's not my story to tell. So maybe one day they'll tell it, I want to try and protect them in that way, but they've been amazing with him in their different ways. They're so intuitive and it is love, I guess, isn't it."
She also revealed a beautiful moment between Billy and Derek while on Loose Women, after Derek was able to comment on Billy’s new basketball, leaving her son in tears. She said: "It’s very much a whisper. I don’t think we’re necessarily going to have a conversation, but you get fantastic moments. Billy had a new basketball and was bouncing it, and he [Derek] said ‘is that new ball?’ He said: ‘It’s nice’…”
"Seeing him able to do that was amazing. Billy was in tears, they were hugging. It’s things like that that really lift you up, and the next day he was really still."
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Looking for transitional knitwear now we're moving towards spring? Sweater vests are back in a big way and they're your new layering staple, from winter to the warmer months. From trending lilac to chic neutrals and studious navy hues, this season the high street has come through with something for every outfit.
Princess Kate made a case for the sweater vest this winter, stepping out in CeFinn's Janice sleeveless jumper and matching grey tailored trousers by Sezanne. She completed the studious ensemble with a white poplin shirt, J.Crew's Avery heels and Shyla London's Rosalia gold earrings with pearls.
Kendall Jenner loves her sweater vests and has been spotted out wearing multiple styles, from 70s-inspired pieces to a teddy printed knit from Tach Clothing and a high street piece from Mango. She wears them with everything from turtlenecks to T-shirts, and button-downs to alone with nothing underneath. Over in the UK, Amanda Holden has been spotted out looking stylish wearing a cream cable knit piece with wide-leg jeans.
How we chose the best sweater vests
Design: Whether you're looking for a chic sweater vest in a neutral shade or a statement printed piece, we've found something to suit all styles.
Price: Our edit includes items at a wide range of price points, from designer pieces by GANNI to Mango's £17 sweater vest.
Inclusivity: We've found sweater vests available in inclusive size ranges, from XXS-4XL
M&S Sweater Vest
M&S Ribbed Knitted Vest
Sizes available: Extra Small-Extra Large
Colours available: Navy, Grey, Nutmeg
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New this season, we're loving Marks & Spencer's navy knitted sweater vest styled with a striped shirt. Cut to a regular fit, it features a cosy rollneck and ribbed design with flattering split hems.
Reformation's relaxed fit sweater vest is made from a super soft, sustainably-made cashmere. The medium-weight knit has a turtleneck cut to keep you warm this winter.
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Made from a blend of yak, alpaca and RWS merino wool, Arket's soft and fluffy sweater vest is lightweight but will really last you. It has a cool boxy fit and crew neck. Wear it like Meghan Markle as a chic all-black outfit.
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Lilac has been big news this season and we could see Kendall Jenner wearing Mango's pastel sweater vest. Made from a thick knitted fabric, it will take you all the way through to spring. We'd style it with an oversized white shirt.
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A modern spin on the classic Fair Isle, we're obsessed with this bright GANNI sweater vest which takes cues from 70s knitwear. Cut from a wool-blend, we'd wear it alone with wide-leg jeans.
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& Other Stories' knitted vest features a high neck with scooped sides and cute ties. It's the perfect piece to wear with wide-leg trousers or a leather midi skirt this winter.
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Stuck in a workwear wardrobe rut? Finery has the antidote with this grey knitted vest which is paired to perfection with a floral printed shirt and chunky gold hoops.
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Hoda Kotb got particularly honest on Today with Hoda & Jenna, as the two discussed what it means to get back together with your ex.
As the co-hosts discussed Cardi B's brief reunion with ex Offset over New Years, Jenna Bush Hager asked Hoda if she had ever "fallen into old habits".
Reluctantly, Hoda confessed that "yes", she had. "Yes, I have fallen into old habits, and I did regret it", she added. Jenna chimed in "me too", to show she'd also been there.
"It's one of those things where you say to yourself 'just a little more will power and I would have been fine'", Hoda added.
"Life is so short date all the dudes!" Jenna responded, as though she were speaking to the Diamond certified rapper.
These 'old habits', which the duo were discussing came about as they sympathized with how easy it is around the holidays to find yourself reconnecting with your ex.
"There are about three major traps in our calendar", Jenna announced, citing Christmas and New Year as the two major offenders for holidays which might see you getting back together with someone.
Hoda thought about Cardi and Offset's reunion and said that "after you've been with someone for seven years and you see then and it's new year's eve, sometimes if you've been broken up for even a month or two… Sometimes you forget what was bugging."
The Today show anchor's words felt particularly pertinent as she continues to co-parent her two daughters, Haley and Hope, with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman.
The couple parted at the start of 2022, as she explained that the relationship had run its course.
The couple remain close, as Hoda insisted she doesn't "regret one day, not one minute, not one second of our time together because it brought me here. I have two incredible children I share with him."
She continued: "It's because of Joel that I have Haley and Hope, without question. I think I might have been too afraid to do it alone. That's not something I love to admit, but it's true."
The couple continue to be enormous presences in each other's lives as they mark the girls' big milestones. They were both there for Hope and Haley's first days at school, and Hoda hung a Christmas stocking for Joel at her apartment over the holidays.
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Russell Crowe spent some time with his two sons over the holidays, as ex-wife Danielle Spencer shared a rare photo of them in Italy.
Taking to Instagram, the Australian actress shared a photo of the Gladiator actor, 59, with his sons Charles, 20, and Tennyson, 17, by the Trevi Fountain at night.
She captioned the photo: "My lads and their Dad ! Love this photo #sons #myboys #mylads #father #fatherhood #dad #family #familia #familytime #russellcrowe #italia #italy #italy🇮🇹 #italytravel #holiday #holidays #europe #europe_vacations #brothers #brotherhood #brother #trevifountain #roma #rome".
The two boys looked so similar to their father, as they grinned at the camera.
Despite Russell and Danielle divorcing in 2018, their bond remains strong as they've stayed good friends in raising their sons.
To celebrate his 59th birthday, Danielle posted a sweet tribute to Russell on Instagram. It would have been their 20th wedding anniversary.
Posting a black-and-wife-photo of the actor with Charles and Tennyson, she wrote: Twenty years ago today, I married the father of my boys. While it is no longer our anniversary, it is still that guy's birthday."
She added: "Happy Birthday @russellcrowe #birthday #birthdaywishes #ex #father #russellcrowe #family #friends"
Russell is now dating real estate agent Britney Theriot. The couple keep a relatively low profile, although they were first linked in 2020.
It's no surprise that Russell was spotted in Rome, as in 2022 he was appointed the ambassador of Rome to the world by the city's mayor. The actor makes the most out of his title, regularly visiting the city.
While the former Gladiator actor is not set to appear in Ridley Scott's sequel, which will star Paul Mescal. He revealed that he does feel a bit jealous about all the talk of Gladiator 2, however.
“It has nothing to do with me. In that world, I am dead. Six feet under", he said at the Karlovy Film Festival. "But I do admit to a certain tinge of jealousy, because it reminds me of when I was younger and what it meant for me, in my life.”
He continued: “I don’t know anything about the cast, I don’t know anything about the plot. I am dead! But I know that if Ridley has decided to do a second part of the story, over 20 years later, he must have had very strong reasons. I can’t think of this movie being anything other than spectacular.”
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Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse has admitted that she was left "traumatised" after a first with her first child - and we’re sure all parents have had the same experience at one time or another!
Taking to Instagram Stories, Oti revealed that she and her husband Marius Iepure, had the shock of their first "poonami" incident after her baby daughter had an accident outside of her nappy!
In the caption, she wrote: "First official poonami. I am traumatised. My parents on the other hand are the happiest grandparents on Earth. I SCREAMED. It came up to her neck. My mom: ‘What a beautiful colour of poop.’ Me: STRESSED."
Speaking to the camera, she continued: "What was that? What just happened?"
All is well with the new mum, as a few hours later she posted a photo of herself and Marius with their baby, with both her husband and the baby girl sound asleep, and captioned: "Now I know why I have 2 shoulders… to hold up the loved ones."
Oti and Marius announced the wonderful news that they had welcomed their first child together on social media over Christmas. Sharing a snap of themselves cradling their baby girl, Oti wrote: "Merry Christmas Wishing you all a wonderful festive season and special memories with loved ones."
She announced the exciting news that she was expecting a baby back in August in a post which read: "Our 'yes' year is getting better and better and so is our little family We feel finally ready and excited to share our wonderful news. This is new for us scarier than swimming with sharks, jumping off cliffs or even swinging from bridges but the best news we could have ever ask for.
"We love our little bundle of joy so much already… and can't wait to see what our future will now look like as family of 3 plus Leo it’s been a beautiful journey so far with close friends and family and nearly over but we have learnt a lot a long the way…. Christmas is about to get even louder #babyontheway #firstborn #bundleofjoy.
"This obviously was a huge adjustment for my body, mental health and stamina and came with another huge but beautiful life lesson. I am creating a human being and whatever my body needs I should listen to it. But now that I can walk, run [and] lift weights again… I'm excited to get active again."
While enjoying their newborn baby bubble, Oti and her husband took to social media to deny that photos circulating on social media were of her and her husband saying: "So apparently, this is me and Marius. I don't know how you guys got this photo, but this lady has time to moisturise her skin! She has time to get that wig done, laced. She's got time for earrings! This lady doesn’t!
"Look at this guy. Baby? This guy has slept. This one is up at 4 am! And whose baby's that? The internet is internetting! Who are these people?"
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Margot Robbie, Leonardo DiCaprio, Emma Stone and Taylor Swift are among the A-listers who may walk away with not just a Golden Globe award at this year's ceremony, but also a gift bag worth over $500,000 that features the most luxurious and awe-inspiring treats we've ever seen. There are more than 35 products and experiences available to winners and presenters at the annual awards show, including an exotic yacht charter worth $50,000, six bottles of Liber Pater the World's Most Expensive Wine at $193,500 per bottle, $1,500 Opie Way custom-made sneakers, a session with a celebrity tattoo artist, $500 bottles of tequila and so much more.
But a warning to those picking up thier gift bags, not all of the items are available to all 83 recipients.
Paul Croughton, Editor-in-Chief of Robb Report, which brands itself as the leading voice in global luxury tells HELLO! curating the 2024 bag was never about looking at a price tag, but "to explore, identify and curate the Best of the Best in all aspects of luxury".
The gift bag itself is a beautiful $600 brown suede bag by Métier – a luxury leather goods house dedicated to creating timeless pieces of the highest quality, handcrafted in Italy – and inside is a beautiful hardback book: "We want to give recipients the opportunity to dive into the book to browse all the amazing opportunities and products presented and select from the best of the best."
The decision to offer a book and gift the experiences on a first-come first-serve basis also allows the gift bag to be waste-free, a wise choice over gifting products that many may not even use, and it offers the team a unique ability to "see what these individuals value most within this collection based upon what they choose to receive".
As for why a brand or company may be willing to spend over $4million (for example, all 83 recipients have been offered the chance to spend time on the Celestia Phinisi Yacht at $50,000 a pop), Paul revealed that it's all about exposure: "All products and experiences featured in the book are generously donated by the brands featured. Each brand's presence in this book will bring the brand exposure to this exclusive A-list clientele and elite status as one of just a few luxury brands in Robb Report's curated book."
Below is the complete list of products and experiences offered as a part of the 2024 Golden Globes gift bag:
Travel and Experiences
Abbaye de la Bussiere: Two-Night Stay in Burgundy, France ($2,200, all 83 recipients)
Celestia Phinisi Yacht: Five-Day/Four-Night Luxury Yacht Charter in Indonesia ($50,000, all 83 recipients)
Flockhill Lodge: All-Inclusive Stay in New Zealand for Two People ($15,000, up to 3 recipients)
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort: Full Luxury Experience ($15,000, all 83 recipients)
Hotel Wailea, Relais & Châteaux: Two-Night All-Inclusive Stay ($5,500, all 83 recipients)
Les Bordes Estate: Stay with Golf Experience ($2,000, up to 15 recipients)
Liss Ard Estate: Two-Night Stay in Ireland ($2,200, all 83 recipients)
One Aldwych: Three-Night Stay in Signature Suite, Inclusive of Theater Tickets, VIP Experiences, and Private Tours ($16,000, up to 3 recipients)
Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman: Five-Day All-Inclusive Luxury Experience, Including Transportation and Yacht Experience ($20,000, all 83 recipients)
Robb Report Car of The Year: Two Drive Spots for a Total of Four Guests ($28,000, 1 recipient)
Seabird Ocean Resort: Three-Night Stay in SoCal with Private Surf Lessons and Custom Surfboard ($6,500, all 83 recipients)
The Britely, Pendry West Hollywood: One-Year Membership to a Private Social Club ($3,000, all 83 recipients)
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston: Two-Night Stay with Luxury Wine Experience for Two ($5,000, up to 2 recipients)
XO Jet: Complimentary Membership with $10K in Flight Credits ($11,000, up to 10 recipients)
Food and Beverage
Caviar Russe: Essential Collection of Gold Ossetra ($545, all 83 recipients)
Distillerie de Monaco: Limited Edition Edon Roc Gin ($275, all 83 recipients)
Komos Tequila: Bottle of Komos XO ($2,000, 3 recipients)
Komos Tequila: Bottle of Komos Tequila ($499, all 83 recipients)
Liber Pater: The World's Most Expensive Wine ($193,500/ 6 bottles, 1 recipient)
Razza: Private Class with one of America's Greatest Pizzaiolos ($7,000, 1 recipient)
Robb Report Culinary Masters: Full Weekend Experience for Four Guests ($25,000, 1 recipient)
Apparel and Beauty
111SKIN: Black Diamond Retinol Oil ($250, all 83 recipients)
111SKIN: Rose Gold Radiance Face Mask ($35, all 83 recipients)
Atelier Eva: Tattoo Session with a Celebrity Tattoo Artist ($2,500, all 83 recipients)
Biologique Spa: Choice of Bespoke Facial or Body Treatment and Skin Analysis ($600, all 83 recipients)
Byroe: Tomato Filling Serum ($150, all 83 recipients)
Byroe: Truffle Eye Serum ($114, all 83 recipients)
Crasqi: Custom Swim Trunks ($200, all 83 recipients)
Coomi x Muzo: Colombian Emerald Earrings ($69,000, 1 recipient)
CurrentBody: LED Facemask ($380, all 83 recipients)
Joanna Czech: The Kit; Skincare Essentials ($1,250, up to 25 recipients)
Le Domaine: The Cream ($250, all 83 recipients)
La Prairie: Pure Gold Radiance Nocturnal Balm ($1,100, up to 40 recipients)
Opie Way: Bespoke, Custom-Made Sneakers ($1,500, up to 5 recipients)
Metier: Marrakech Brown Suede Bag ($600, all 83 recipients)
Perfumehead: Luxury Perfume ($450, all 83 recipients)
Rossano Ferretti: Hair Spa Treatment and Blowout ($1,500, all 83 recipients)
S.T. Dupont: Le Grand Dupont Lighter ($1,595, up to 10 recipients)
Zenith: Watch and Manufacture Experience ($14,000, up to 2 recipients)
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Are you ready to return to The White Lotus season three? The new show is back with a whole new cast - which seems necessary considering the amount of murders featured in the show!
It has been revealed that the hit HBO show has welcomed several new stars to the show, including Iron Man star Leslie Bibb, The Outrage’s Dom Hetrakul, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang actress Michelle Monaghan, Farang’s Tayme Thapthimthong, You’ve Got Mail star Parker Posey, and last but not least, Harry Potter star Jason Isaacs.
The new cast members will be joined by returning star Natasha Rothwell, who played Belinda back in season one.
Speaking about what to expect from season three, the show’s creator Mike White said: "The first season kind of highlighted money, and then the second season is sex. I think the third season would be maybe a satirical and funny look at death and Eastern religion and spirituality. It feels like it could be a rich tapestry to do another round at White Lotus."
He added to Deadline: "I think it’d be fun to maybe go to a whole different continent. You know, we did Europe, and maybe Asia, something crazy like that, that would be fun."
For the new season, HBO confirmed that they had partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand for filming and promotion, with the executive vice president of HBO explaining: "We are pleased to partner with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to execute Mike’s creative vision and showcase all that the beautiful country of Thailand has to offer, as the next group of guests check in to the White Lotus."
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, to discuss the news, one person wrote: "I will be SEATED for Parker Posey. What a delicious casting choice," while another added: "If this cast list for #whitelotus S3 is true then wow!!!" A third fan posted: "Thai actors YES. This team is STACKED."
Speaking about season three, Francesca Orsi, an executive vice president at HBO, said: "It's impossible not to be awestruck by how Mike orchestrated one of the buzziest and most critically acclaimed shows.
"And yet, he's only continued to reach new heights in season two. His courage to explore the uncharted waters of the human psyche, paired with his signature irreverent humor and buoyant directing style, have us all dreaming of more vacation days at the resort we've come to adore.
"We couldn't be more thrilled to get the chance to collaborate on a third season together." Mike also expressed his happiness at the renewal: "I feel so lucky to get this opportunity again and am excited to reunite with my amazingly talented collaborators."
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Sam Taylor-Johnson and her husband Aaron have had an incredible time in the Caribbean, with Sam sharing very rare snaps of herself with her hubby after their relaxing stay.
Posting a series of photos to Instagram, including snaps of the pair dancing on the beach, delicious cuisine, and spending time with their friends in Jamaica, the 56-year-old captioned the post: "2024. Feeling the feelings," accompanied by hearts and Jamaica flag emojis.
Fans were quick to comment, with one writing: "Holy moly, that looks like an awesome time. I'd have just laid down taking in the vibe," while another person added: "This is too perfect!! Fomo."
The trip comes while the Internet is rife with reports that Aaron is set to become the new James Bond. After being quizzed about the gig back in August 2023, he told Esquire: "What comes from [Kraven] could generate many different conversations… But this is the thing, right? As I’ve already told you, I have to go by the beat of my own drum. It’s my own path, what feels intuitive to me.
"I’ve never made a decision based on other people’s perspectives, or their judgments, or their expectations. You lose your [expletive] mind if you do that. Your sense of worth and soul is gone. You need to understand what is integral to you and what feels right, and you’ve got to stay on track with what’s present in front of you. Kraven is what’s in front of me. I’ve spent two years making Kraven. So all that hard work we put into trying to get that to where it is – that’s where I’m at right now."
Sam and Aaron have been married since 2012, having met on the set on Nowhere Boy, and now share two daughters. Speaking about meeting her for the audition, Aaron told Harper’s Bazaar: "I remember it very, very clearly. I know exactly what she was wearing. This white shirt that she still has, that I love. It definitely changed my life, though not in the way I expected."
Addressing their 23-year age gap, he told The Telegraph: "When I met Sam I'd already lived a life far beyond that of most of my contemporaries – I didn't relate to anyone my age. I just feel that we're on the same wavelength."
Sam told The Sunday Times: "We spend every minute of the day together. My friends call him Benjamin Button because he has — on the outside — such youth, and on the inside, he is so wise and settled. He doesn't like parties. He likes being at home and cooking for the family. He likes walking the dogs. He loves his chickens — he collects the eggs and makes breakfast for everyone."
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The Traitors star Wilfred Webster is back for another episode of Traitors Talk where we discuss the show’s insane cliffhanger, Brian losing the plot after being called the biggest sheep, Diane and Ross’s secret connection, and who will be going from the round-table after episode three. So what are you waiting for? Check out Wilf’s latest episode below…
Chatting on his video series with HELLO!, Wilf opened up about how he thinks Paul and Harry made a huge mistake by turning on Ash so early in the competition, and why he thinks it was a big mistake.
He explained: "It was the way Paul said it in his interview, 'She was playing weak, so there’s consequences. That was ruthless.' I think personally it’s too early to turn on your Traitors, they are numbers in votes for you. If you vote together as Traitors, you’ve got four votes around the table and everyone has their own little groups. I don’t think it was necessarily because it was a tie!"
He continued: "I think they did it a bit too early, they should have left it a couple of more days to see how Ash gets on. If Brian goes, it’s going to be hilarious, it’s going to be so awkward."
Going into the details of how they got it wrong, Wilf continued: "It’s like the guys knew. They had this eye contact, they must have counted votes wrong in their heads and thought, 'This person is going to vote for Ash,' realistically, [Paul] got it wrong. He probably thought it would be the other way. It wasn’t that it was they were voting her out because she was a bad Traitor. I think Paul wants to be seen as a villain, but he’s really good at it! People are calling him a sociopath, I’m like, he’s playing a game!"
So who is leaving after that major cliffhanger? Wilf thinks that Anthony’s deciding vote will unfortunately fall to Ash. "I think Ash [is going]," he said. "I think it’s sad to say but I think Ash is going to go and then they murder straight after, so no idea who they are going to murder, no clue!"
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The 2024 Golden Globes look set to be just as star-studded as we hoped, and it looks like Hollywood BFFs Matt Damon and Ben Affleck will reunite on stage. The final presenters list has been revealed, and the two multi-hyphenates have been named, although it's unclear which category they will present. Ben and Matt both starred in the Globes-nominated Air; Ben has three Golden Globes while Matt has two.
9-1-1 star Angela Bassett will also be on the stage throughout the event, as will previously announced Suits stars Patrick J. Adams and Gabriel Macht. Hailee Steinfeld, of Spiderman: Across the Universe fame, will also be presenting, while Kate Beckinsale is sure to wow us all as she graces the stage.
Other A-listers set to present include The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes star Hunter Schafer, Barbie actress and pop star Dua Lipa, Yellowstone's Kevin Costner and Oprah Winfrey herself.
These presenters will not only get to appear on stage in front of millions of TV viewers but they will also be among the 83 recipients of this year's $500,000 gift bag, curated by the Robb Report.
There are more than 35 products and experiences available to winners and presenters at the annual awards show, including an exotic yacht charter worth $50,000, six bottles of Liber Pater the World's Most Expensive Wine at $193,500 per bottle, $1,500 Opie Way custom-made sneakers, a session with a celebrity tattoo artist, $500 bottles of tequila and so much more.
Paul Croughton, Editor-in-Chief of Robb Report, which brands itself as the leading voice in global luxury told HELLO! that curating the 2024 bag was never about looking at a price tag, but "to explore, identify and curate the Best of the Best in all aspects of luxury".
The gift bag itself is a beautiful $600 brown suede bag by Métier – a luxury leather goods house dedicated to creating timeless pieces of the highest quality, handcrafted in Italy – and inside is a beautiful hardback book: "We want to give recipients the opportunity to dive into the book to browse all the amazing opportunities and products presented and select from the best of the best."
As for who may take home the statues this year, it's not exactly surprising that Barbie and Oppenheimer are the leaders of the pack this year after their box office success and the cultural impact they had on the public.
Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig, will be hoping to win big in the major categories to help its Oscars chances, while its box office rival, Oppenheimer, comes in a close second on the nominations count; the two movies will go up against each other for Best Screenplay, Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture, and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement in Motion Pictures.
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Michael Bolton has revealed the heartbreaking news that was diagnosed with a brain tumor and has undergone emergency surgery. The 70-year-old singer shared the news with fans on Facebook on Friday January 5, 2024, writing that he received the news in late 2023 and will now be taking a break from touring to recuperate at home.
"I want to start by wishing everyone a very happy and healthy new year! I also want to share that 2023 ended up presenting me with some very unexpected challenges. Just before the holidays, it was discovered that I had a brain tumor, which required immediate surgery," the 'When A Man Loves A Woman' singer shared on Facebook.
"Thanks to my incredible medical team, the surgery was a success. I am now recuperating at home and surrounded by the tremendous love and support of my family. For the next couple of months, I will be devoting my time and energy to my recovery which means I’ll have to take a temporary break from touring."
Michael then admitted that "it is always the hardest thing for me to ever disappoint my fans or postpone a show, but have no doubt I am working hard to accelerate my recovery and get back to performing soon".
"I am beyond grateful for all the love and support you have so generously shown me through the years. Know that I’m keeping your positive messages in my heart, and I’ll give you more updates as soon as I can," he concluded.
Fans were quick to share their love with one writing: "Wishing you a speedy recovery! I had a brain tumor removed 12 years ago. Listen to your body and rest when you need to. Looking forward to seeing you on tour again!"
"Take care of yourself. You and your family is all that matters. You have given so much of yourself to others through your music. We are all very grateful. Now you MUST take care of you," added another.
Michael is one of America's biggest music sensations, selling more than 75 million records over the course of a career spanning nearly five decades, with big hits including When a Man Loves a Woman and Missing You Now.
He achieved his greatest success in the late 1980s and early 1990s after starting as a heavy metal singer in the 1970s. He worked alongside the likes of Diane Warren and Desmond Child, and won two Grammy Awards, including one for his cover version of 'When a Man Loves a Woman'.
In a candid interview with HELLO! in March 2018, Michael confessed that there were several moments in his life when he wanted to give up - particularly at the very start of his singing career. "There were a lot of experiences that were promising at the start," he shared. "You get to a point where you don't want to believe that it's finally happening and then be disappointed and heartbroken. Heartbroken and flat-broken, that's the title of somebody's album there. But this happened over and over again."
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Christina Hall is known for her gorgeous blonde locks but a new video revealed exactly what she goes through to get them locking so glorious. "What’s in for 2024- Do what makes you feel good ! One of my feel-goods is long hair. After years of wearing almost every brand of hair extension available, my salon @l33hairartistry created the best extensions I’ve ever worn. I am on my second set of this luxurious hair and have never been so pleased with quality," Christina captioned a new post, shared with fans on January 4, 2024.
"It is one of my favorite luxuries that I wanted to share with everyone. This hair is LIFE CHANGING AND available now!"
The video showed the process of Christina sitting in the chair and receiving the extensions, while at the end there was a brief clip of her prior to the application revealing Christina's fine shoulder-length hair that featured major layering. Watch the video below:
The brand had previously shared a video in June 2023 that also showcased the major transformation that they offer, with Christina's softer look turning into a bold and voluminous mane that hit mid-waist.
The company also replied to comments, revealing that the extensions are "sewn in using [the] invisible bead method," and that the hair can last up to 12 months depending "on how the extensions are cared for".
The refreshed look comes days after Christina rang in the New Year by sharing a stunning new series of family portraits – but her good mood turned sour after she was forced to clap back at followers who speculated she may be pregnant.
"Happy New Year everyone! Here’s to a happy, healthy, prosperous 2024!! Can’t wait to see what’s in store for us all," Christina captioned the carousel of black-and-white snaps that showed her posting with husband Josh and her three children, Taylor, Brayden and Hudson.
In the comments, fans took to questioning whether they were seeing a baby bump but as Chrtistina pointed out, no, she was not pregnant and simply had a normal body shape.
"Is that baby #4 I see peeping through?" wrote one follower to which Christina replied, alongside an emoji rolling its eyes: "No- it’s called not sucking in my tummy after having 3 kids."
"Geez some of these comments are sad," responded another fan, who added: "A few months ago [people said] she was too skinny and needed to eat and get help. Now yall are saying, she looks like she’s having baby #4'. Please just STOP! It’s so sad women, and people in general, are judged so much!!"
In the stunning pictures, 40-year-old Christina wore a stinky black maxi dress with spaghetti straps, and her son Brayden, eight, cuddled into his mom as he wore chinos and a waffle-knit sweater while Taylor, 13, wore a similar dress to her mom but it hit mid-thigh and she paired it with high-top sneakers. Four-year-old Hudson sat on step-dad Josh's shoulders in a matching outfit to Brayden.
Christina welcomed Brayden and Taylor with ex-husband Tarek El-Moussa, while she gave birth to Judson during her short marriage to Ant Anstead.
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It's Nice To Have A Friend! Travis Kelce has shared his support for girlfriend Taylor Swift's best friend Selena Gomez's new romance with Benny Blanco by subtly liking a new Instagram post by GQ Sports. The post included new pictures of the pair sitting courtside at an LA Lakers game; it comes weeks after Selena confirmed her new romance to fans on the social media platform.
Selena looked stunning for her date night, rocking a monochrome color black trench coat paired with black velvet pants and metallic silver knee-high boots. Benny wore all-white and a floral bomber jacket, and the Only Murders in the Building star was pictured constantly snuggling into her beloved who was seldom seen without his hand on her lap.
It is unclear if Selena and Travis have met yet; Selena lives in Los Angeles while Taylor lives in New York City, but has been spending much of her time in Kansas City, MO, where Travis plays for the Kansas City Chiefs.
BFFs Taylor and Selena's friendship has spanned 15 years, after they met in 2008 when they were both dating Jonas brothers (Nick for Selena, Joe for Taylor), and are regularly spotted out together. They were last seen together in early December, when Selena joined Taylor, as well as Cara Delevigne, Anya Taylor-Joy and Zoe Kravitz as they enjoyed a night of laughter watching Ramy Yousef's show at BAM Fisher, before visiting beloved Italian restaurant Lucali's – a favorite of Beyonce's and Jay Z.
Selena and Benny worked together on his song 'I Can't Get Enough.' in 2019 and also appeared in the music video, but it is thought their romance began earlier in 2023 before they shared it with the world.
Taylor and Travis also began dating in the summer of 2023, after he attended her Eras Tour show at Arrowhead Stadium. Later that week he revealed that he had wanted to meet the ‘Lavender Haze’ singer after the show and give her a friendship bracelet he had made with his phone number on it.
“If you’re up on [your] Taylor Swift concerts, there are friendship bracelets, and I received a bunch of them [while] there, but I wanted to give Taylor Swift one with my number on it," he shared with listeners of his podcast New Heights, before revealing she declined because she tries not to speak to anyone outside of crew and family before the shows to save her voice.
But they fueled rumors when she made a surprise appearance at his game in late September in Kansas City, before they hard launched in October when he flew to Argentina to see her perform, where she changed the lyrics to 'Karma,' singing: "Karma is the guy on the Chiefs, coming straight home to me."
A video later caught her running off stage into his arms where they kissed.
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Kirsten Dunst’s Baby Bouffant and More of The Best Celeb Beauty Looks Of The Week
A weekly roundup of our favorite celebrity beauty moments.
2024 is already off to an exciting start — at least when it comes to captivating celebrity beauty moments. At Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve in Times Square stars like Megan Thee Stallion and Renee Rapp set the tone for what’s to come wearing sultry eye makeup looks. Despite only being a few days into the new year, Kirsten Dunst and Billie Eilish have already hit the red carpet with accessorized hairdos and we’ve already spotted date-night hair on Selena Gomez and going-out eyeshadow on Julia Fox (who is her own date).
With the Golden Globes coming up this Sunday evening, there’s an abundance of glamorous hair and makeup currently incoming. But, before your feeds become full of formal awards looks, here are the celebrity beauty moments that you may have missed this past week.
Megan Thee Stallion’s Precise Cut Crease
Megan Thee Stallion is quickly becoming the unofficial queen of the cut crease. She gave us this dramatic shimmering purple look for her New Year’s Eve performance.
Renee Rapp’s Smudgy Eyeliner
This smoked-out black liner from Renee Rapp at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve set the bar high for all the goth-inspired looks that will come after.
Kirsten Dunst’s Baby Bouffant
Kirsten Dunst returned to the red carpet this week in a backless black dress and her hair pulled back into a bouncy half-updo held in place with a black bow. The entire look was as pretty at the back as it was from the front.
Margot Robbie’s Beach Waves
With her effortlessly tousled beach waves, Margot Robbie could convince us she arrived at the Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards straight from her home country (Australia).
Billie Eilish’s Patterned Head Scarf
Everything about Billie Eilish’s look for the 35th Annual Palm Springs International Film Awards screamed ’90s, from the tiny yellow glasses and matte nude lip, to her hair styled with a bandana.
Selena Gomez’s Bouncy Blowout
Selena Gomez was spotted at the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat basketball game this week with boyfriend Benny Blanco. Sporting her recently highlighted hair freshly blown out, Gomez clearly came prepared for the relationship debut.
Highdee Kuan’s Soft Chignon
At the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix's The Brothers Sun, Highdee Kuan wore a large black bow in her hair to accent her dreamy updo.
Julia Fox’s Icy White Eyeshadow
Julia Fox was spotted in Miami on the first evening of 2024 wearing a yellow leather jacket and dramatic eyeliner layered over stark white eyeshadow. Needless to say, expect more makeup experimentation from the actress this year.
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Noughties hits that exude the same disco spirit as Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s “Murder on the Dancefloor.”
Since the release of Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn, the film has gifted the culture many things: another Irish heartthrob to fawn over, that Jacob Elordi bathtub scene, and arguably Rosamund Pike’s best performance of all time. But in the past few weeks, one more thing has been added to that list: the wild resurgence of Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2001 disco hit “Murder on the Dancefloor,” which soundtracks the film’s ecstatic and unforgettable final scene.
If you haven’t seen it yet, the TL;DR of it all is that Ellis-Bextor’s song plays as the film’s main character, Oliver, played by Barry Keoghan, diabolically dances in the nude around the movie’s titular empty manor. Like many of the other well-placed music cues of recent years — like Netflix’s Wednesday Addams flailing to The Cramps’ “Goo Goo Muck” — “Murder on the Dancefloor,” too, is experiencing a major second wind as people recreate the scene on TikTok (including Ellis-Bextor herself). On Spotify, the track saw a 360% increase in streams in the U.S. in the week after Saltburn’s release, and on New Year’s Eve, it garnered its highest daily global streams to date: 1.5 million, according to a spokesperson for the platform.
While a sector of Gen Z might just now be getting introduced to Ellis-Bextor, “Murder on the Dancefloor” was a hit when it was released in 2001, reaching No. 2 on the U.K. singles chart during a time when a flood of nu-disco and disco-inspired dance tracks were taking over the country’s airwaves. Many of Ellis-Bextor’s genre peers, like Kylie Minogue and Jamiroquai, also scored major hits with their own disco-laced tunes, marking the early ‘00s as an especially ripe era for shimmery club bangers.
Below, find seven other hugely influential U.K. disco hits from that time if you’ve been loving “Murder on the Dancefloor” and have been wondering what to listen to next — just keep your curtains closed when you dance to these.
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Parker Posey Is Checking Into The White Lotus
The comedy legend is heading to Thailand.
Parker Posey is tacking another soon-to-be iconic performance to her IMDb with her latest gig: a role in White Lotus Season 3.
Mike White’s critically acclaimed satire has long been the subject of fan castings since Tanya McQuoid (Jennifer Coolidge) met her untimely and very watery demise in Season 2’s Sicilian finale — and Posey is nothing short of pitch-perfect for the anthology. She came up in ‘90s indie cinema with seminal roles in Dazed and Confused and Party Girl, going on to become the crown jewel of director Christopher Guest’s comedies and landing era-defining parts in Josie & The Pussycats and Scream 3.
Posey is joined by a slew of ostensibly wealthy and definitely psychological twisted new characters — played by Jason Isaacs, Michelle Monaghan, Tayme Thapthimthong, and Natasha Rothwell — who will join her at Thailand’s White Lotus outpost for what will likely be an unforgettable (re: traumatic) vacation.
Filming is is slated to begin in and around Koh Samui, Phuket, and Bangkok in February, People reports, and while we may remain clueless to what kind of antics Posey’s character will stir up, we know her track record is stellar.
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Princess Mary of Denmark's royal curtsy has become almost as synonymous with her as her impeccable fashion sense. But now the iconic move from the Danish royal may cease to remain following Queen Margrethe's abdication.
The princess is soon to be queen, which means she will no longer be required to curtsy to her fellow royals under her new title as reigning monarch.
Our royal correspondent, Danielle Stacey weighed in: "When Crown Princess Mary becomes queen, she will be of a higher rank, so the days of Mary's beautiful curtsy may become a thing of the past.
"If Mary greets another royal in future, typically two queens would not curtsy to one another, but she may decide to display the traditional greeting as a sign of respect, particularly if it's a state visit.
"The Crown Princess also revealed in an interview that she learned how to curtsey from her then fiancé Crown Prince Frederik before she met Queen Margrethe for the first time!"
On Sunday, Queen Margarethe shocked royalists everywhere when she revealed she was abdicating the Danish throne, whilst making her annual New Year's Eve address.
A statement shared was shared on social media alongside a beautiful photo of Her Royal Highness dressed in purple.
It read: "I have decided that now is the right time. The 14th January 2024 - 52 years after I followed my beloved father - I will step back as the Queen of Denmark. I leave the throne to my son the Crown Prince Frederik."
It continued: "Tonight, I first and foremost would like to express my thanks. Thank you for the overwhelming warmth and support which I have received during all these years. Thank you to the changing governments with whom the collaboration always has been rewarding, and thank you to The Parliament, who have always vested their confidence in me.
"Thank you to the many, many people who on special occasions and in everyday life have embraced me and my family with kind words and thoughts, turning the years into a string of pearls. The support and assistance which I have received throughout the years, have been crucial to the success of my task.
"It is my hope that the new King and Queen will be met with the same trust and devotion which have fallen to my lot. They deserve it! Denmark deserves it!I will conclude my new year’s address in my usual manner: GOD BLESS DENMARK, GOD BLESS YOU ALL."
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Kate was introduced to the royal family while dating William during their university years, including his father, King Charles.
In her engagement interview, she said: "I was quite nervous about meeting William's father, but no, he was very, very welcoming, very friendly, it couldn't have gone easier really for me."
And of William's late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, she recalled: "I first met the Queen at Peter [Phillips] and Autumn's wedding and again it was amongst a lot of other guests and she was very friendly."
Since then, Kate has forged close bonds with her father-in-law King Charles and stepmother-in-law Queen Camilla, as well as William's aunt, the Duchess of Edinburgh, and his cousin, Zara Tindall.
DON'T MISS
Ahead of Kate's 42nd birthday on 9 January, take a look at her best moments with her royal in-laws in the gallery below.
King Charles
Charles and his daughter-in-law share similar interests in art and environmental issues.
Just six months after her royal wedding, Charles asked Kate to host a private charity dinner at Clarence House on his behalf.
The pair appear to have a warm rapport with one another, with the King referring to Kate as his "beloved daughter-in-law" during his state visit to Kenya last November.
Queen Camilla and Queen Elizabeth II
In June 2021, Kate stepped out for a very rare joint engagementwith the late Queen and the then-Duchess of Cornwall. Despite the formality of the event - the royals were attending the G7 summit in Cornwall - the ladies looked like they were having a wonderful time together.
The late monarch even joked about using a sword to cut a cake. When an aide pointed out that there was a knife, she quipped, "I know there is. This is something that is more unusual," prompting laughter from her relatives.
The Duchess of Edinburgh
Kate had good support from the likes of the Duchess of Edinburgh when she joined the royal fold.
The ladies are often seen chatting and laughing together at royal engagements and even hosted the Commonwealth Fashion Exchange at Buckingham Palace together in 2018.
Zara Tindall
At Royal Ascot in June 2019, Kate and her cousin-in-law Zara Tindall showed off their close bond as they hugged and kissed each other on the cheek. The royal ladies have a lot in common with their love of sport, fashion and have children of similar ages.
Mike Tindall
We love this hilarious exchange between Kate, Prince Louis and Mike Tindall from the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022. The former rugby star gave a "I'm watching you" gesture to Louis as the young royal amused us all with his cheeky antics.
In an interview with Australian Woman's Weekly, published last month, Zara and Mike, who are also parents to Mia, nine, Lena, five, and Lucas, two, revealed that they often hang out with William and Kate and their brood.
"Our kids play with their kids in this competition we have," explained Mike.
Peter Phillips
Kate and William's cousin Peter share a giggle from the side lines as the Prince took part in a charity polo match in Windsor last summer.
Lady Louise Windsor
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh's daughter has had a special bond with Kate from a young age, as seen here at Trooping the Colour in 2012.
Lady Louise Windsor was one of William and Kate's bridesmaids at their royal wedding and has even followed in their footsteps by gaining a place at St Andrews University in Scotland.
The Princess Royal
Sharing a giggle with the King's sister, Princess Anne, during the RAF centenary celebrations in 2018. The royal ladies carried out their first joint engagement when they visited The Royal College of Midwives in May 2022.
The Duke of Edinburgh
A big hug from Kate for William's uncle, Prince Edward, at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham.
The Waleses and the Edinburghs share a particular love of sport and were very animated together during the London 2012 Olympics.
Princess Eugenie
William's cousin Eugenie has been supportive of Kate's royal work and has attended every one of the Princess' Christmas carol concerts.
George and Charlotte were also chosen to be part of Eugenie's bridal party for her wedding to Jack Brooksbank in 2018.
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When Lavina Mehta MBE discovered strength training, it helped to reset her life, improved her experience of perimenopause and set her on the path to a career change as a personal trainer.
After finding her own passion for working out, Lavina developed a concept called exercise snacking, which is about sprinkling bitesize, regular movements into your daily life. Her mantra is that every single minute counts.
In her three tips for reigniting your passion for fitness, Lavina recommends a holistic approach, encouraging eating a rainbow plate of multi-coloured foods each day, building in breathwork and simple stretches to your daily routine, alongside exercise snacking. So, if the thought of spending hours in the gym fills you with fear, this could be a kinder way to reset your approach to exercise. Watch her advice below...
Discover more from Lavina on Instagram.
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The Golden Globes is a historic event that not only honours the best in film and American television but provides an incredible opportunity for Hollywood's brightest stars to prove their sartorial prowess and show off their best looks.
From Nicole Kidman to Angelina Jolie, there have been some jaw-dropping looks over the years that have ticked all our red-carpet boxes. We can always rely on our favourite actresses to arrive in either the more sparkly piece they can find, or the brightest, or both – let's not forget Beyonce's plunging sparkly dress that put the gold in the Golden Globes and could be seen from Mars.
Take a look back with us at some of the best looks as we prepare for this year's sparkling ceremony…
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Beyonce
We start by taking it back to 2007 when 'Halo' singer Beyonce, 42, dripped in gold. The star looked like a galactic goddess in this incredible plunging dress that beamed light from every angle.
She wore her hair in a straight style with honey-toned highlights and epitomised the glamour of the event to a tee.
Lady in red
Nicole Kidman
Big Little Lies star Nicole Kidman, 56, looked sensational in a fiery red gown in 2020. The actress opted for a strapless floor-length style with ruching at the waist and a thigh split. The drama was brought by a long train which managed not to blend into the carpet.
She added a pair of strappy red heels with silver embellishments, a contrasting gold tasselled drawstring micro bag and a pair of gold chandelier earrings. The final touches were added in the form of a bold red lip and straight hair tucked behind the ears for a sleek look.
A sultry moment
Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie, 48, brought the drama in 2018 when she wore an incredible floor-length black gown with a sheer panel over the shoulders into long billowing sleeves adorned with oversized feathered cuffs. The Maleficent star's dress ruched at the waist and fell into a long floor-grazing skirt.
So as not to overpower her villain-worthy sleeves, Angelina wore her hair in a chic updo with a pair of diamond drop earrings and finished the look off with a grey-toned smokey eye with a wing liner.
Dazzling in sparkles
Salma Hayek
At last year's ceremony Salma Hayek, 57, turned up the heat in a gorgeous sparkly number. The Grown Ups actress wore a corseted nude dress with tasselled short sleeves that was covered in diamantes. The dress featured a nude lace underlay and a scalloped tassel design to create a classic hourglass silhouette.
The black piping where the sleeves met the dress tied into the star's grungy manicure and she wore her jet-black locks in an undone-style updo. Silver sparkly earrings complemented the look perfectly and her winged liner added a touch of drama.
Sunny disposition
Cate Blanchett
Tár actress Cate Blanchett, 54, stepped out in 2020 wearing a gorgeous lemon yellow dress. The piece featured a contrasting soft pleated fabric in the pastel shade to create the oversized puff sleeves that fanned outwards and the flowing skirt with a grungy bejewelled gladiator-style panel over the chest.
She added a voluminous updo and complementary yellow platformed heels, as well as a pair of sparkling silver earrings to bring the different aesthetics together.
Jazzing up a nude dress
Jessica Chastain
Scenes from a Marriage actress Jessica Chastain, 46, wowed in 2023 when she took to the red carpet in a stunning sparkly dress. The ankle-grazing gown featured a nude slip which was covered in diamantes in a checked shape that came out in a circle from the centre of the dress.
The dress also featured a high strapless curved neckline. The actress paired the piece with a pair of glittery platformed peep-toes and ditched a bag altogether, opting to accessorise the look with dazzling silver rings. Her auburn locks were styled in an updo that swept her hair away from her face.
Laced with beauty
Emily Blunt
Emily Blunt, 40, stepped onto the red carpet in 2019 in a beautiful dress that was so captivating. The A Quiet Place star was seen in a dipped hem dress that was covered in a lace pattern made from intricately beaded flower-shaped panels.
She added delicate strappy heels to accompany the ethereal high-neck gown and wore her hair in a braided updo with simple makeup that featured a wash of grey shadow over the eyelids.
Barbie's dream dress
Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie, 33, channelled the 2023 mega-moment that was her leading role in the Barbie movie by stepping out in a pink dress that would fit in well in the Dreamhouse wardrobe. The star's gown featured a halter neck with a bejewelled buckle.
The bodice and skirt of the dress featured a chevron design made from gorgeous bubblegum pink beads and the mermaid skirt had tassels made from tulle and lace. She added a beach Barbie wavy hairstyle and silver heels to complete the aesthetic.
A golden pair
Blake Lively
Gossip Girl star Blake Lively, 36, is known for her showstopping red carpet looks and she didn't disappoint when she was photographed alongside her husband and fellow actor Ryan Reynolds in 2017 wearing a classic black gown with an unusual feature.
The velvet gown had a long train with sparkly gold detailing around the neckline. The unusual feature was gold-lined pockets on the hips which the star rested her hands in. Blake added a gold bangle with an eye-catching green jewel and switched up her hair, ditching her beachy waves in favour of a sleek updo.
All the feathers
Heidi Klum
AGT judge Heidi Klum, 50, got the sparkly memo when she arrived in 2023 wearing a barely-there sheer nude mini dress with silver sequin panels and a bold detail – a lilac feathered addition that went over her shoulder and down the dress horizontally.
The supermodel swept her iconic bangs to the side for a new look and added a pair of silver strappy heels to accentuate the glitzy appeal of the daring dress. Her silver sparkly glittery clutch tied the whole look together and her purple shimmery eyeshadow showed Heidi's bold side.
Old Hollywood star
Rihanna
'Diamonds' songstress Rihanna, 35, looked so gorgeous when she turned up to last year's ceremony looking like an old Hollywood star. The singer wore a black ruched strapless midi dress with the addition of velvet gloves and a dramatic velvet coat that sat off the shoulder and trailed behind her for what felt like miles.
She carried a rhinestone-encrusted microbag that matched her silver jewels and wore simple strappy heels to allow the coat to do the talking. We love how Rihanna switched up her hair and went for a twisted updo that showed off her incredible bone structure.
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Eva Longoria Bastón first found fame almost 20 years ago in US comedy-drama Desperate Housewives, playing Gabrielle Solis, a wealthy Latina living on exclusive Wisteria Lane. It was a trailblazing role that pushed back on stereotypes, and Eva’s life since has lived up to it.
Born in Texas to Mexican-American parents, she made her way to Hollywood with just two dollars in her pocket, so when stardom arrived, she didn’t let it turn her head. Instead, the award-winning actress has turned her celebrity into a platform to do good and help the Latino community.
Eva, 48, has also taken the time to step behind the camera, learning how to produce and direct. And away from the set, she is enjoying family life with her husband, Mexican businessman Pepe Bastón, and their five-year-old son Santi.
But Eva has another great love: Spain, where her family’s roots lie. She’s spent many summers on the Costa del Sol, where, as honorary president of the Global Gift Foundation, she helps host its famously glitzy fundraisers.
And now she’s found her dream home there. “I’ve been looking for a place in Marbella for the past five years,” she reveals as she shows us around the stunning villa, which was renovated by her friend, architect and interior designer Nicolás Escanez.
With a busy life otherwise split between Mexico and Los Angeles, the star visits the villa to relax with family and friends. She says: “I don’t have a schedule here. My days are full of activities – padel tennis, the beach, lunch, drinks, socialising… in fact, they’re full to the brim, but with things I really enjoy.”
How did you find this house, Eva?
"The first time I came to Marbella, two decades ago, it was love at first sight. I said to myself: ‘Some day I’ll live here'. Later, we set up the Global Gift Foundation, and this is where [actor] Antonio Banderas, my best friend [actress and philanthropist] María Bravo and I held the first gala. Since then, Global Gift has grown and grown, and it now includes Casa Angeles, our day centre in Marbella for children with special needs.
“Five years ago, I said to Nico, who’s very clued-up about property: ‘When you see the right place, let me know.’ I viewed a few places, but nothing was quite what I wanted.“Finally, in early 2023, this house came on the market. It needed refurbishing, but it had just the size and location I was after. So, taking advantage of the fact that I was in Barcelona filming, I came down and bought it that same day.”
Did you work on the decor?
“You know what? I didn’t lift a finger. Nico has incredible taste and knows me very well. I didn’t choose a single thing. He showed me the mood board and said: ‘The feeling will be of spaciousness and comfort, and the palette will be gentle shades like beige, cream and white.
“We actually didn’t speak for four months. He didn’t want to show me until it was finished, so it would be a wonderful surprise. I knew I didn’t have to worry about anything, that it would be the house of my dreams, and it is.”
What are the features that were essential for you?
“Lots of bedrooms, because it’s a holiday home and my mother, my sisters and their kids all come. I wanted a garden for my son to play in, and a swimming pool because he’s always swimming.
“And, of course, a big kitchen. In all my homes, I have a kitchen with a huge island, where everyone can sit together and have a glass of wine and nibbles while I cook. I love the kitchen – it’s always the heart of the house. And the one here is the best of all.”
Any other favourite spots?
“My dressing room! It’s amazing, with loads of space. I thought: ‘I won’t need many outfits; I’ll just be wearing swimming costumes and kaftans.’ But Marbella has masses of social life – they’re always opening something or other. So I’ve ended up with all my clothes here.”
Have you been able to enjoy the villa with your friends and family?
“Yes; this first summer, everybody came. It wasn’t completely finished – for example, the sofa cushions weren’t ready and we didn’t have sun loungers – but apart from small details like that, everything was perfect.”
Would you say this is your oasis?
“Absolutely. It’s my oasis, my paradise. When I’m not here, I work non-stop.”
What’s it really like to be a Hollywood star?
“In Los Angeles, I’m always super busy – it’s not really so glamorous. I’m either on set, or in a meeting, or stuck in traffic... there’s so much traffic. Both LA and Marbella are close to the sea and have wonderful weather year-round, but apart from that, they couldn’t be more different.”
Can you tell us something about your daily routine?
“I have two modes: ‘on’ when I’m working and ‘off’ when I’m not. If I’m working, my days can be very intense, with shoots at any time of the day or night, so every day is different.“The only constants are that when I get up, I do some exercise, and in the evening, I have dinner with my son and put him to bed.”
What has motherhood taught you?
“Patience. Seriously, Santi is the love of my life – I didn’t know this kind of love could exist. Before he arrived, I was the centre of my universe. Now, making decisions is a lot easier, because he’s my priority. Becoming a mother is the best thing that’s ever happened to me, the best role I’ve ever played.”
What about marriage? Is Pepe still your ideal man?
“Of course. My husband is an angel. You have to be one to be with me. He’s incredible: strong, independent and intelligent. We were both complete in ourselves, and we came together to share our joy and help each other’s dreams come true.”
What do you think is the key to a successful marriage?
“I think you need to know yourself, so you can fall in love with the other person without losing yourself.”
Tell us more about your romance with Pepe…
“We’ve been together for ten years. We met through a mutual friend who’d been trying for ages to get us to go on a date. It was very romantic, and it still is. As Mexicans, we’re both romantic, but him more so than me. I try to do romantic things, but he always wins at that game.”
How would you describe yourself?
“Energetic, ambitious, affectionate, compassionate. I try to live according to what the poet Maya Angelou said: ‘People will forget what you said, they will forget what you did, but they will never forget how you made them feel.’ So my goal is to make others feel great, to encourage and inspire them.”
Who has inspired you?
“My family. They’re very altruistic. My older sister has special needs and my mother brought us up with the idea that we have to do good, to help people. I’ve always known I wanted to contribute to society. Becoming famous just gave me a platform.”
What plans do you have now for the Global Gift and Eva Longoria Foundations?
“With Global Gift, we’ll continue to expand Casa Angeles. There are a lot more children who want to come to our summer camp, so we need to extend our services and the therapies we offer. At the Eva Longoria Foundation, we’ll continue to focus on ways to support Latina women, such as with educational or entrepreneurial programmes.”
La Tierra de las Mujeres (Land of Women), in Spain…
“Yes, and with awards season starting soon, I’m busy promoting Flamin’ Hot, my first film as director. This year has been fantastic – super successful.”
What challenges did you have to overcome to make your movie?
“The biggest challenge in making any film is getting backing for it. No one has ever made a movie like this about Latinos, so it was important to me. It’s based on the story of Richard Montañez, a Mexican caretaker who became one of PepsiCo’s top executives, thanks, he says, to inventing Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, a billion-dollar brand.“Richard had very little education but he knew that his culture was a superpower.”
As a Latina in Hollywood, who are your role models? And do you try to be one yourself?
“I have many role models; throughout my life, people have taught me what to do and how to do it. As for being one myself, Desperate Housewives made me a star worldwide and with that came a lot of influence. That’s why I’ll always be grateful for that opportunity.”
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Beyonce sparked a huge reaction from her fans when she displayed her incredible physique in a micro mini dress on Friday night.
The 42-year-old showcased her never-ending legs in the hot pink number to attend LeBron James' 'Studio 84' themed birthday party with her husband Jay-Z – and she went all out for the occasion.
Beyonce's $1,970 psychedelic Missoni dress boasted a mini ruched hem, high neck, long sleeves, and sparkling embellishments. Elongating her toned legs, she added a pair of baby pink Valentino platform heels.
To accessorize her dazzling look, the 'Drunk in Love' singer wore rhinestone embellished cat-eye sunglasses from Tiffany & Co and carried a mini metallic pink Valentino purse. She added more bling with flower-shaped diamond earrings and a jaw-dropping pale blue diamond ring.
Her platinum blonde hair was worn in a sleek side-parting that cascaded into tumbling waves to her tiny waist.
Keeping with the theme, Beyonce rocked pink eyeshadow with subtle glitter along her cheekbones and perfected her pout with matte pink lipstick.
Jay-Z, 54, also looked the part, opting for a pale gray suit that featured gently flared pants which he wore over a matching turtleneck with a coat draped over his shoulders. Finishing off his look, he added black shoes, tinted sunglasses, and a black and gold watch.
Sharing a carousel of photos on Instagram before their night out, the couple looked incredible as they posed for one snap while holding hands, but it was Beyonce's appearance that went down a storm with her followers.
"Girlllll you literally just made me stop everything I was doing," replied one. A second said: "You are truly, really and actually 'That girl'." A third added: "Come on legs!!!"
Beyonce and Jay-Z have been married since 2008 and now share three children, Blue Ivy, 11, and twins Rumi and Sir, six.
They first crossed paths during her teenage years. Speaking to Seventeen in 2008, the 'Single Ladies' songstress revealed: "I was 18 when we first met, 19 when we first started dating… There was no rush – no one expected me to run off and get married."
Beyoncé explained how the duo built a strong friendship before dabbling in dating. In a candid chat with Oprah Winfrey, the star said: "We were friends first for a year and a half before we went on any dates."
They married in secret in 2008, without even telling fans that they were engaged. It was later revealed that the couple tied the knot on April 4 in a very intimate wedding ceremony.
Opening up about their big day, Jay-Z told Vibe magazine: "I just think it's really a part of your life that you gotta keep to yourself… You have to, or you'll go insane in this type of business.
"You have to have something that's sacred to you and the people around you… I shared so much of my life, my childhood, and my family, the death of my nephew with the world."
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Kate Hudson has made her second New York outing in 24 hours and her ability to rock a killer street-style look shows no signs of slowing down.
The Glass Onion actress, 44, was seen on the streets of the Big Apple wearing an incredible oversized shaggy coat in cream with brown fur on the cuffs and patches of black fur around the collar. She opted for a stunning layered moment by adding a second piece of outerwear – a gorgeous double-breasted blazer in a light brown and oatmeal check with caramel-colored buttons.
The Bride Wars actress added a cozy cream V-neck sweater to brave the New York chill and teamed it with a pair of cord straight-leg pants. We couldn't get enough of Kate's choice of footwear. The actress added a pair of killer ankle boots in a suede light brown with a block heel and a zip up the front.
Accessories were key to the effortlessly cool aesthetic of Kate's 70s-inspired look. The How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days actress added an unusual carpet bag which added another dimension to the outfit, as well as a gold chain and matching hoop earrings. The look was completed with a pair of tortoiseshell sunglasses and an oversized ring on her finger.
The Something Borrowed star was spotted just the day before on Wednesday channeling a different decade. Kate wore a 2000s-inspired look when she made an appearance on the Today show wearing an ankle-grazing mid-wash denim skirt with a thigh-split. She added a striped sweater in an array of bright colors with shimmering accents.
Kate added a pair of incredible over-the-knee black boots and wore her shiny blonde locks in a straight mid-length style. She added the same coat and carpetbag that she was spotted with on Thursday.
Her recent looks have been quite the style switch-up compared to her glamorous evening looks. We loved the red silky slip dress that she styled with strappy black heels and a no-makeup makeup look when she was photographed with The Other Woman star Leslie Mann at an after-party celebrating the new cast of Cabaret at The Kit Kat Club in London.
She also showed off her natural ability to rock a showstopping coat when she stepped onto the streets of New York City hand-in-hand with Outer Banks star Madelyn Cline wearing a sensational midi-length red fur coat. She styled the piece with a plunging black satin midi dress with a twisted knot detail. Kate popped on a pair of studded black and perspex heels, a furry black micro-bag, and stunning mermaid waves in her hair before she chopped off the lengths.
Madelyn matched Kate's stylish energy in a chic oversized black boxy suit with a slinky lace corseted top and pointed-toe heels. Both stars wore a wash of shimmery silver eyeshadow over their eyelids and added a defining black eyeliner.
Kate also wows on the red carpet, who could forget the amazing fuschia moment she rocked at the Vanity Fair Oscar after-party at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts last year? Her floor-trailing mermaid gown featured a deep plunging V-neck line and dramatic ruffled shoulders. She ditched her usual beachy curls in favor of an updo with wavy strands pulled out to frame her face.
Kate upped the ante on the mermaid aesthetic when she stunned in a silver bejeweled slinky dress with a train and ruffled sleeve details.
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Michelle Keegan has been all over our screens since her hit Netflix series Fool Me Once was released last week, and the star looked better than ever in a slinky dress with must-see detailing on Friday.
Appearing on The Graham Norton Show, Michelle, 36, wore a figure-skimming black dress with a thigh-high split and a statement gold metal belt. The actress opted for a pair of gold strappy heels to match her bold centrepiece, accessorising with gold chunky hoop earrings.
Michelle styled her raven hair in a wavy, slicked-back style that perfectly highlighted her pretty features. As for her makeup, the Brassic star looked glam with a pair of fluttering false lashes, a touch of gold eyeshadow, a rosy blush and a nude lip with a hint of shine. Stunning!
The former Coronation Street actress appeared on The Graham Norton Show to discuss her role as Maya Stern in the highly anticipated Netflix show, which Michelle starred in alongside Joanna Lumley.
Taking to Instagram to share snapshots of her glamorous evening look, Michelle captioned the post: "Tonight I'll be chatting to @thegrahamnortonshowoffical."
Fans and friends wasted no time in sharing their love for the post, with hundreds of Instagram users gushing over her performance in the Netflix drama.
"Michelle, your new series is so gripping. Your best to date. Well done," one wrote. While another follower added: "Loved Fool Me Once! Fantastic acting. Hollywood will be knocking."
"Binged the whole show yesterday. Loved it!" A third chimed in.
Several users also commented on Michelle's eye-catching outfit. "You look stunning as always," one wrote. While Michelle's husband Mark Wright a fire and heart emoji on the post.
Earlier this week, Michelle revealed that she had to tackle one of her greatest phobias for her latest role.
Speaking with HELLO! and other reporters, Michelle explained that she had to conquer her fear of heights while filming the helicopter scenes – and that the helicopter even had a glass bottom.
She said: "I’ve been in a helicopter before but I was strapped in and I wasn’t flying and there were more people in it because it was a helivac, a big, big helicopter. But this one, it was me, the pilot and a cameraman in a tiny helicopter and a see-through floor. Especially because I’m scared of heights.
"But luckily, we flew on a really beautiful day. You don’t get that in Manchester, very rare! It was all blue skies and it was all green. So, I got over that fear halfway through then I got given the wheel. But it was fun. It was really fun."
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Helen Flanagan has been soaking up winter sun during her family holiday to Bali – and the star looked absolutely gorgeous in a green string bikini on Saturday.
Showing off her incredibly toned figure, the former Coronation Street actress posed in front of a dreamy poolside backdrop wearing a patterned bikini top and matching string bottoms.
Going makeup-free for the snapshots, Helen, 33, looked radiant with her hair tied up in a bun, while sharing with her followers her holiday misfortune.
The mother-of-three captioned the post: "The mum round the pool with the loud kids. A monkey took my Mui Mui sunglasses and Delilah's Nintendo Switch [laughing emoji] and I've burned my boobs, too busy making sure the kids had suncream on them."
Fans and friends headed to the comments section to have their say, and Helen's former Coronation Street on-screen sister Brooke Vincent wrote: "No the caption, the chaos. I can imagine."
"Looking absolutely stunning Helen," another follower wrote. While a third penned: "Looking incredible."
The former I'm A Celeb star has been enjoying family time with her children, Matilda, seven, Delilah, five, and two-year-old Charlie. The star is known to have an extremely close bond with her kids, who she shares with her ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair.
Helen's two daughters and one son spent Christmas day with their footballer father this year, although Helen is now enjoying quality time with her children on their Bali getaway.
Sharing several sweet photos from the trip, Helen posted a group shot last week which showed her holding her youngest son, while Matilda and Delilah posed alongside them.
The actress looked gorgeous in a red floral sundress with a fitted bodice and puffed cap sleeves, styling her hair in a sleek bun. Helen was glowing with minimal makeup, accessorising with a silver pendant necklace and a chain crossbody bag.
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Mark Harmon will return as Leroy Jethro Gibbs in a new NCIS spin-off. Teaming up with his son, Sean Harmon, the duo have been given the green light on NCIS: Origins – a prequel series set in 1991. Following a young Gibbs as he embarks on a career at the NCIS Camp Pendleton office, the series will also trace the character's blossoming friendship with his mentor, Mike Franks.
Following a similar format to Young Sheldon, Mark will reprise his iconic role as a narrator in the series. Meanwhile, his son, Sean Harmon – who previously portrayed a younger version of Gibbs in NCIS – will turn his attention to executive producing.
With this in mind, casting will allow another actor to step into Gibbs' legendary shoes.
"The character of Gibbs has been an important part of my life for 20 years, both in watching my father craft the role and previously having the honor to play young Gibbs myself," Sean, 35, said.
"I always felt there was a tale worth telling about his earlier years, so I am thrilled to be stepping into a producing role alongside [NCIS writers-producers] Gina [Lucita Monreal], David [J. North] and my dad as we tell this story and reveal a new side of this beloved character."
Slated for the 2024-25 broadcast season, it'll be a while until NCIS: Origins premieres, but showrunners, Gina Lucita Monreal and David J. North couldn't be more excited. "This really is the making of Leroy Jethro Gibbs," explained the duo. "And even the most dedicated NCIS fans will discover that they don't know the whole story."
Teasing what's to come, Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment, added that the series will "build on the rich legacy of this character while reintroducing fan-favorite characters and meeting new ones."
Mark's return to the NCIS universe will come as a welcome surprise to fans. Back in 2021, the TV star marked the end of an era, after deciding to depart the naval drama, while staying on as a producer.
In a special featurette on the show's season 19 DVD release, Mark addressed his exit.
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Explaining that the opportunity to tackle "fresh" and "challenging" material is what kept him returning to the drama every season, Mark alluded to the possibility that after almost two decades on the show, he no longer felt that was the case.
"What has always drawn me here is the character I play and to keep it fresh and to keep it challenging," he said, before clarifying that he believes his beloved character is "not retired".
"Plot-wise, this character has taken the path that it did. I thought it was honest," added Mark.
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It was a family affair for Seal on Friday night as he reunited with all four of his children, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Heidi Klum.
The 60-year-old singer made a rare public appearance with his kids at 'The Book of Clarence' premiere in LA, and his teenage sons stole the show as they both almost towered over their famous dad.
Posing for photos outside the Academy Museum, Seal was joined by his daughters Lou, 13, and Leni, 19, and his sons, Johan, 16, and Henry, who at 18, is already the same height as his dad, standing tall at 6'3.
Seal – who was also joined by his longtime girlfriend Laura Strayer – was beaming as he proudly stood with his children, with the entire family displaying their effortless style.
The 'Kiss from a Rose' singer looked dapper in a white suit, while both his sons opted for more laid-back attire.
Johan rocked a hoodie with cargo pants and accessorized with a diamond chain, while Henry wore an open shirt with an orange top underneath and matched his brother in cargo pants.
The resemblance between Seal and his eldest son is evident, and even mom Heidi thinks they are the spitting image of each other. "He's the mirror image of his father," she said during the New York premiere of 'House of Z' last year.
"Not just the looks; even that characteristic little gap in his teeth. And let's be honest, Seal is quite the handsome man."
It wasn't just his sons who showed off their sense of style on the red carpet. His youngest daughter Lou looked elegant in a black strapless dress, while model Leni opted for an all-black leather look with cropped pants, a fitted jacket, and knee-high boots.
Seal met Heidi when she was just two weeks pregnant with Leni, whose biological father is Italian businessman Flavio Briatore. The singer went on to officially adopt her in 2009.
Speaking about Seal becoming Leni's legal father, Flavio told the Italian newspaper Corriere Della Sera back in 2016: "Leni is my natural daughter, but the three of us calmly agreed that it made the most sense that he adopt her because a child needs to grow up in a family."
Seal and Leni share an extremely close bond, and she has supported him during several red-carpet appearances in recent years. At the premiere of 'The Harder They Fall' in 2021, he had the sweetest words to say about his daughter.
He told Entertainment Tonight: "It's always been like this; from the day I met [Leni's] mother. She [Heidi] was two weeks pregnant with this beautiful woman. We have always had this bond."
Seal and Heidi split in 2012 and their divorce was finalized in 2014, but despite their marriage breaking down, their children have always been their top priority. "I mean, it's never easy," she previously said on 'Today'.
"Obviously when you get married and you have children, you hope for that to last forever. Unfortunately, that was not the case."
She added: "You try to do your best to keep your children as happy as possible and keep them as grounded and loved most as possible. But other than that, this is life."
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Kourtney Kardashian is busier than ever as she enters the new year as a mother of four. The Kardashians star has taken to Instagram to show off an array of gorgeous snaps from her first Christmas with her husband Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, new baby Rocky, and her three children from her previous relationship with Scott Disick – Mason, 13, Penelope, 11, and Reign, nine.
Kourtney purchased the incredible $9 million property in Calabasas with an 11,500-square-foot estate from NFL player Keyshawn Johnson in 2014. The incredible home boasts six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a chef’s kitchen, a playroom for her four kids, a spa, a sauna, and an elevator.
The home's exterior is just as impressive. Their lush garden features a luxurious pool and overlooks a mountainous landscape. Her minimalist aesthetic, designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, is so relaxing and makes the property feel so airy.
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Rocky's nursery accessories
The Lemme brand owner, 44, showed off an array of picture-perfect nursery accessories for baby Rocky. Kourtney shared a photo with her 224 million Instagram followers of a living space with a mirrored activity frame with little black and white picture cards for sensory stimulation for little Rocky. Balanced on top was a black and white mobile with adorable hanging sheep.
Reflected in the toy was a classic wood rocking horse and a soft cream rug was laid out on the floor. Also in the room was a wood-burning fire that added warmth and ambiance with a flat-screen TV adorning the wall above.
The kids' room
Kourtney also showed off an impressive bunk bed that two of her kids share. The white structure with crisp white bedding was adorned with a leafy garland covered in cool-toned fairy lights and a lit-up Christmas tree was also added to the space. Eagle-eyed fans will have spotted the TVs built into the bunk beds for the kids to relax and watch in bed.
Kourt's dining room
In other photos, Kourtney's dining room was quite the spectacle. The space features high ceilings and light gray paint on the walls creating an airy feel. Kourtney and Travis have added matching drapes and a sideboard adorned with decorative ornaments next to a huge houseplant.
Her dining table was laid ready to host their extensive family. The pair opted for a black-and-white theme that ties in with their home and their sartorial aesthetics. The table was adorned with a cream rustic runner with matching fabric placemats. An array of candles of different heights filled the middle of the table and the Poosh owner added white plates with black hearts painted on to match the black cutlery.
Their view
Elsewhere in their home, Kourt showed off a wide open space with a small round table with black wood chairs and a matching wooden high chair for baby Rocky. The room featured a curved wall with an enormous window looking out onto their spectacular leafy garden with a pool.
Their hallway
The Kardashians star also shared a video and a photo of her grand hallway with high arches. The hallway was lined with a leafy garland with fairy lights. At the end was an incredibly tall Christmas tree covered in lights.
Christmas chaos
Kourt showed how she also experiences the relatable chaos of Christmas morning with her kids with wrapping paper and cardboard boxes strewn everywhere. Her gorgeous minimalist living room features a cream sofa, a black grand piano, and a piece of black and white abstract art above the mantlepiece.
Their fireplace
In another room, Kourt showed her fans an incredible fireplace adorned with the same style of garland that has been added elsewhere in the home with a piece of art dressing the wall.
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Jane Seymour is looking ahead to the new year! Returning to Instagram on Friday, the actress put on a radiant display as she reflected on her goals for 2024. Basking in the sunlight at her Malibu mansion, Jane, 72, looked simply stunning in a striped jumper and high-waisted navy trousers.
Captioning the sun-soaked snap, she wrote: "New year, new goals for 2024! It's the time where we start to envision what we want for our future. This year is a canvas for dreams and intentions, a time to set lofty goals and sow the seeds of our aspirations.
"In this journey, remember the importance of kindness to yourself—each step, stumble, and victory contributes to the unique artwork of your life. Embrace challenges, celebrate victories, and to grow in those unexpected moments," she continued. "Now, I'm curious – what are some of your New Year's goals? Share the magic and inspire others to paint their own extraordinary stories."
Shortly after posting, Jane was inundated with comments from fans. "Beautiful and amazing picture. Have a wonderful day, Jane," wrote one. "Extremely inspiring," added another. Meanwhile, a third commented: "You are such a timeless beauty."
Revered for her youthful appearance, in a recent exclusive with HELLO!, Jane opened up about her beauty regime, which in her own words, is "nothing radical."
"I'm not messing with the structure, I'm just taking care of my skin and my hair and taking vitamins and exercise, and my health," she said.
Hoping to take away the stigma that comes with menopause and getting older, in October, Jane told HELLO!: "The world is against aging. We hate aging. We look at aging and we go, 'Oh, no, there's a wrinkle, oh my God. Get rid of it. Grey hair. No. Terrifying!'
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"Whereas you can look at it the other way and you can say actually, I now have time in my life to do things I really want to do. Maybe I can now become the person I want to be."
She added: "Menopause is a taboo subject, no one wants to talk about aging, especially women because they're doing everything they can to look 20 or 30 years younger. So the last thing they want to do is to talk about that and there's always been this whole thing that when you turn 50, you're not having babies anymore, so now you're kind of useless. You're on the fence, you're done."
Sharing her views on cosmetic treatments, Jane explained: "I'm a temporary enhancement person, rather than a permanent enhancement person. If I need eyelashes, I stick them on. If I need more hair, I clip some in."
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Christian Oliver's wife, Jessica Klepser, has broken her silence following the tragic death of her husband, 51, and their two young daughters, Madita, 12, and Annika, 10, on Thursday.
The Baby-Sitters Club actor and his daughters were killed in a plane crash alongside the pilot, Robert Sachs, while on vacation in the Caribbean. Following the news of their deaths, Klepser released an emotional statement through Wundabar Pilates, where she works as a regional manager in the California branch.
Titled "from Jessica Klepser and family", the statement read: "We are deeply saddened by the tragic plane accident on January 4, 2024, which took the lives of our beloved family members.
"Our daughters, Madita (12), and Annik (10), along with their father Christian, were returning from a holiday in the Caribbean when the single-engine plane they were traveling in experienced engine trouble and fell into the ocean. Unfortunately, all four passengers on the small aircraft did not survive."
Describing Madita and Annik, the statement continued: "Madita, a vibrant 7th-grade student at Louis Armstrong Middle School, was known for her lively spirit and excelled in academics, dance, singing, and performances.
"Annik, a 4th-grade student at Wonderland Ave Elementary School, was recognized for her gentle yet strong demeanor. She was always the first to offer a kind word or a comforting hug. Her passions included basketball, swimming, and various forms of art. The deep bond, infectious laughter, and adventurous spirit shared by Madita and Annik will be profoundly missed in their communities.
"Their devoted mother, Jessica Klepser in LA, survives the girls. They also leave behind their grandparents, several aunts, uncles, and cousins in Germany."
It added: "Christian, an actor in Europe and the US, and a real estate agent with a broad network of close friends worldwide, is survived by Jessica, his parents and sister in Germany. His loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him."
The statement concluded by asking for privacy for the family "at this difficult time" and included a link to a GoFundMe page "in lieu of flowers". At the time of writing, over $57,000 has been raised to "help cover the cost of returning Christian and the girls home, [and] funeral and memorial services".
Klepser and Oliver, whose real name is Christian Klepser, are thought to have been separated with reports claiming he filed for divorce in December 2021.
On Thursday, the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force released a statement about the incident, which occurred off the island of Bequia as the family were traveling from J.F. Mitchell Airport in Paget Farm to St. Lucia.
"Moments after taking off, the aircraft experienced difficulties and plummeted into the ocean," the statement read.
"Fishermen and divers from Paget Farm went to the scene of the incident in their boats to render assistance. The SVG Coast Guard was informed and quickly traveled to Paget Farm, Bequia, to lead in the rescue efforts."
Authorities reported that the bodies of the passengers were recovered from the sea and aircraft by the SVG Coast Guard and the victims were later pronounced dead.
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The Beckhams publicly championing each other’s careers is the gift that keeps on giving.
Whether it’s Cruz Beckham wearing Posh Spice graphic tees, the whole family wearing Victoria Beckham clothing sat front row at her fashion shows, or stepping out for the premiere of David's Netflix series Beckham,, their unwavering support is serious family fashion goals.
David and Victoria are particularly vocal about each other's work, so much so that VB called her husband her ‘biggest fan’ back in 2022 when he wore a Spice Girls t-shirt. And it appears Posh and Becks’ eldest son Brooklyn is following in his dad’s fashionable, supportive husband footsteps, as Brooklyn stepped out wearing merchandise to support his wife Nicola’s upcoming movie, Lola.
After revealing on her Instagram that the trailer for her hotly-anticipated film would be released next week, Nicola shared an image on her Stories of Brooklyn wearing a navy cap with ‘Lola’ scrawled in serif writing across the front (another hat to add to his impressive cap roster).
We’ve been eagerly awaiting an update on the movie Nicola directed, wrote and stars in, after first seeing her on set for the independent film back in 2021.
In December the model and actress shared an Instagram post saying: “After this five-year labor of love, it’s such an honor to be able to work with Vertical to share Lola, a heartfelt story of generational trauma, perseverance and unconditional love. I have such respect and gratitude for the incredible cast and crew who I had the pleasure of being on this journey with. It takes a village and I love our village.”
The movie, set in 2002 Middle America, revolves around nineteen-year-old Lola James (played by Nicola) who is working to save enough money to get her little brother, Arlo out of their toxic home and away from their mother.
Lola debuts on February 9, 2024.
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Penelope Cruz amazed fans in a pink plaid mini skirt and matching jacket as she attended the Creative Impact Awards in Palm Springs on Friday.
Giving us Cher from Clueless vibes in her preppy attire, Penelope, 49, looked incredible in the Chanel co-ord, which featured an asymmetric skirt and a textured trim.
The Pirates of the Caribbean actress completed the look with a contrasting black shirt and a pair of platform heels, accessorizing perfectly with a black Chanel crossbody bag.
The star wore her hair in voluminous waves that beautifully framed her face, opting for a soft smokey eye and a nude lip for her makeup.
Penelope was amongst the list of actors and directors to attend the Creative Impact Awards & 10 Directors to Watch Brunch. Other famous faces at the event included Emma Stone, who looked chic in a navy longline coat with a lace dress and a waist-cinching belt, Mark Ruffalo, Anna Kendrick and Jeffrey Berstein.
Penelope was awarded the Creative Impact Award for her acting in Ferrari, along with her other works including Volver and her Oscar-winning performance in Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
The actress has a jam-packed schedule, and later that day Penelope attended a screening and Q&A for her latest movie Ferrari in Los Angeles.
Looking as glamorous as ever, Penelope wore a pair of wide-leg denim jeans, a black buttoned cardigan, a leaf-patterned leather jacket, and the same pair of black platform heels from her event earlier in the day.
Last month, Penelope's BFF Salma Hayek and Kristen Stewert hosted a luncheon to honor Penelope's leading role in Ferrari.
A star-studding guest list came together to celebrate Penelope's achievements, including Fast & Furious star Vin Diesel, Patricia Arquette, Maria Bello, María Conchita Alonso, Jacqueline Bisset and Geena Davis.
Penelope exuded elegance in a white Chanel boucle coat dress, while Magic Mike's Salma looked gorgeous in a form-fitting brown leather dress.
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The Samba took the top spot for the most cult-adored trainer in 2022 and 2023 by a landslide, adored by the likes of Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid and social media influencers alike.
But a new year means endless new possibilities in the sartorial realm, and there are numerous new trainer styles we’re predicting will be huge in 2024, from the Samba's sister sneaker the Gazelle to the Puma Sparco Speedcat - and it's going to be interesting to see if any of those can knock the Samba off the top spot.
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READ: 7 Trainers that will be everywhere in 2024
Right now though, the Sambas are proving they won’t go down without a fight (if they even go down at all), as Adidas has started the year off with a bang and released the shoe in five stunning new colourways, and suffice it to say we are completely obsessed. Here’s why we want them all…
Adidas' new Samba colourways for 2024:
How we chose:
All trainers below are new colourways released by Adidas of the cult-adored shoe. I used my fashion expertise to explain how these trainer designs are on trend for right now, will be in the future or are timeless. Plus, I am the proud owner of a pair of Samba's and can attest to their comfort and stylishness.
Also, these are just the trainers labelled 'new' from the Women's Samba section on the Adidas website.
HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.
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2024 has only just begun but there have already been deaths among the international stars of TV, film, and music – with January 4 being a particularly somber day.
Emotional tributes have poured in as fans and peers have taken to social media to express their sadness over the passing of celebrities including Mary Poppins' Glynis Johns, Starsky & Hutch star David Soul, and The Baby-Sitters Club actor, Christian Oliver.
Below are just some of the famous faces who have tragically died this year...
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Glynis Johns
British actress Glynis Johns, known for her portrayal of Winifred Banks in the iconic 1964 Disney musical Mary Poppins, passed away at the age of 100 on January 4. Her manager of 25 years, Mitch Clem, shared news of her passing in a statement, calling it a "somber day for Hollywood".
"Glynis powered her way through life with intelligence, wit, and a love for performance, affecting millions of lives," he said.
"Today is a somber day for Hollywood. Not only do we mourn the passing of our dear Glynis, but we mourn the end of the golden age of Hollywood."
David Soul
Starsky & Hutch actor David Soul, who played Detective Kenneth 'Hutch' Hutchinson in the classic 1970s crime-solving series, passed away aged 80 on January 4 surrounded by his loving family.
His wife, Helen Snell, confirmed his death on January 5, saying in a statement: "David Soul – beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother – died yesterday after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family."
She added: "He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend. His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched."
Christian Oliver
The Baby-Sitters Club actor Christian Oliver – who also appeared in The Good German, Speed Racer, and Valkyrie – was tragically killed in a plane crash aged just 51 alongside his two young daughters, Madita, 12, and Annika, 10, on January 4.
The trio and the pilot, Robert Sachs, were all pronounced dead after "the single-engine plane they were traveling in experienced engine trouble and fell into the ocean". The incident occurred off the island of Bequia as the family was traveling from J.F. Mitchell Airport in Paget Farm to St. Lucia.
Oliver's wife, Jessica Klepser, released a statement the following day, expressing her "deep sadness" as she paid tribute to her late husband and their daughters.
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Fans of the new Netflix hit Fool Me Once will no doubt be obsessed with Michelle Keegan's every sartorial choice as she promotes the new show. But a certain fashion choice in the show got us talking.
The flashback scenes where Michelle's character Maya Stern marries her husband Joe Burkett in a gorgeous high-neck lace wedding dress had us remembering Michelle's own wedding day to her Heart Radio presenter husband Mark Wright in 2015.
The actress, 36, was supported by seven of her closest girlfriends as her bridesmaids on her big day – Mark's sisters Jess and Natalya as well as Michelle's stepsister Nichola Norman, her cousins Gemma Smith, Katie Fearnehough, and Lauren Bell. Her best friend Beckie Hatch was her maid of honour.
The women looked so stunning in slinky fitted dresses. Michelle's bridesmaids' dresses were cornflower blue and fitted with scooped necklines and a piece of tulle cascading down the back.
Each of the bronzed bridesmaids wore their hair in voluminous updos with a side part and small white flowers tucked into the bun. They all carried bouquets of stunning white gypsophilia and roses that tied in with Michelle's look seamlessly.
The blushing bride looked so radiant on her big day that was covered exclusively by HELLO! Michelle looked breathtaking in a bespoke intricate white mermaid gown designed by Galia Lahav at Browns Bride, with a full skirt from the knee down and a fitted bodice covered in lace. The dress featured a sweetheart neckline and dainty capped sleeves made from lace that tied into the open lacy back.
The former Corrie star wore her brunette locks in a bouffant half-up do which catered for her trailing veil designed by Peter Langer and carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses. Michelle's veil was finished with lace from Gibraltar in a touching nod to her grandmother.
Beneath her full skirt peeked a pair of Terry De Havilland platform heels which had her new initials, MW, in diamonds on the soles. Michelle wore a pair of diamond drop earrings and her natural makeup look ensured Michelle looked lit from within.
Michelle kept with tradition, ensuring she had her something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. Her something blue was perfume the Blue by Oscar De La Renta, the old was her mum's blue garter from her wedding day, the new was her wedding dress and the borrowed were her diamond earrings from Amrapali.
Her football pundit husband Mark looked so dapper with his line-up of ushers in crisp black suits by Stephen Williams with white shirts and black bow-ties. Since the big day Mark has shared photos with his 1.9 million Instagram followers in the church before the ceremony with his male cousins and friends, all in matching black tie. Mark told HELLO!: "We don't want to look back at photos in 20 years time and wish we had gone classic. With the black tux, white shirt, and black bow ties, it will always look slick".
The pair tied the knot in St Mary's Church in Bury St Edmonds on 24 May where Michelle walked down the aisle to Shania Twain's 'From This Moment On'. Their reception was held at Hengrave Hall estate in Suffolk. Mark's sister and former TOWIE star Jess took to Instagram to share photos of the big day including a shot of herself and Mark's groomsmen on the dancefloor later in the evening putting on a show for their guests.
Following their big day, Mark and Michelle jetted off on their honeymoon to Dubai where they shared an array of gorgeous sun-soaked photos.
DISCOVER: Michelle Keegan 'had no choice' but to tackle her biggest phobia while filming Fool Me Once
Michelle returned the favour and was one of Jess' bridesmaids at her stunning Spanish wedding to William Lee-Kemp in 2021. Michelle was seen in a gorgeous off-the-shoulder blush dress.
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Mike and Zara Tindall are the ultimate power couple! After jetting to Australia, the royals attended the Magic Millions Racing Women Achievement Awards on Saturday 6 January. Putting on a stylish display, Zara, 42, turned heads in a black midi dress by Australian designer, Rebecca Vallance.
Embroidered with gold leaves, the elegant showstopper paired perfectly with her black pumps, and champagne clutch. Sweeping her blonde locks into an elegant updo, Zara sported a dewy glow, with gold eyeshadow, honey-hued blush and nude lip gloss highlighting her natural beauty.
Meanwhile, Mike, 45, looked equally dapper in a beige tailored jacket, crisp white shirt, and a black tie. Holding her husband's arm as they headed to the celebratory dinner on the Gold Coast, Zara and Mike shared a laugh or two before mingling with fellow guests.
A milestone event for Zara, the royal is a patron of Magic Millions Racing Women and served on the judging panel for this year's awards.
An annual trip for the Tindalls, Australia has always held a special place in their hearts. Not only is it the place where Zara and Mike first met in 2003, but it's also among their favourite holiday destinations.
Speaking to The Weekly last year, Mike admitted that if they weren't based in the UK, he and Zara would love to move Down Under. "We've said numerous times if we weren't living in England, we'd love living there," he said.
"Living there isn't realistic because it's so far away from our families but we do love it. We've got a great friendship group in Australia and Zara has one in New Zealand as well. We just love that part of the world and love the pace of life."
He continued: "We love Australia a lot and we love the lifestyle, I think it's brilliant for kids but whether we could actually move there, we're not sure."
Mike and Zara typically stay at a property in Queensland whenever they're in Australia. During a previous chat in her role as an ambassador for the Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival, Zara revealed that the family hire a residence regularly during their visits to Australia.
Shelly Horton told nine.com.au, "She hates hotels. Who on earth hates hotels? I guess she'd spend a lot of time in them, but they're one of my favourite parts of holidays. Not for Zara. She told us that when she's in Queensland, she and Mike hire a house for them and the kids."
READ: Mike and Zara Tindall's fun day out with children following royal gathering
Doting parents to their three children, Mike and Zara share Mia, nine, and Lena, five, as well as two-year-old son Lucas.
Opening up about their numerous vacations, Zara and Mike previously shared that their daughter, Mia, is particularly fond of Australia. "Mia loves swimming. Of course, the climate allows you to be able to go swimming all day every day. When we first took her to Australia she was 11 months old; we kickstarted her love of water.
"She swims twice a week at home with lessons," added Mike. "If she's anywhere near a pool she'd be in there all day. And that came from Australia when we went for six weeks when she was three and stayed at a place that had a pool. It was all she wanted to do."
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Strictly Come Dancing stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington delighted fans as they shared a sweet date night photo on Friday – and the pair looked smitten!
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Nadiya reshared a black and white snapshot of the pair posing together in a lift during their Slovenia trip.
Nadiya, 34, looked as glamorous as ever wearing a fitted midi dress, a longline coat, a cosy scarf, and a pair of heeled boots while carrying a small chain strap bag. Kai, 28, looked smart as he kissed his beau on the cheek, opting for skinny jeans and a black buttoned-up shirt.
The Strictly pro couple currently live and work together after announcing their relationship in January 2022.
While Nadiya missed out on being partnered with a celebrity during the 2023 series of Strictly, the mother-of-one still delighted fans with her dazzling outfits throughout the show, while also participating in the Christmas special of the show.
Kai was partnered with broadcast journalist Angela Rippon, 79, on the latest series, and the pair made it to Blackpool before being eliminated from the competition.
While Nadiya expressed disappointment over not being partnered in the latest series, the star announced an exciting new venture this week. The dancer revealed that she will be the new Primary Steps on Demand Ambassador for the Royal Ballet School.
Sharing the news on her Instagram, Nadiya looked gorgeous in an off-shoulder cream knitted dress with flared sleeves and a ribbed finish. Exuding Hollywood glamour, the ballroom dancer wore her hair in bouncy waves, accessorising with a pair of sparkling hoop earrings and a silver statement ring.
She said: "I am so excited to be an ambassador for the Royal Ballet School's dance programme for primary schools, Primary Steps on Demand.
"I've danced all my life and we want all the children to experience how amazing it is," she continued. "It's really easy for any teacher to use, even if they have no experience in teaching dance. The Royal Ballet School gives you everything you need. I'm so proud to be part of it. Start dancing with us today."
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Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez are doting parents to their two children Mia, three, and baby Thiago, who is just five months old. The couple regularly share photos and clips of their children and they couldn't help but laugh at their latest one.
As you can see in the clip below, Gorka ended up getting rejected by his baby son when he attempted to go in for a kiss, with Gemma revealing this was a regular occurrence in the household and that it "always" happened. Thankfully, Gorka didn't take this to heart as he was seen smiling as the video came to an end, despite Thiago's sweet rejection.
Although the tot seems to try and dodge his father's affections, fans are in agreement that the youngster is already looking like his father, who is a dancer on Strictly Come Dancing.
Earlier in the week, Gemma shared an adorable video of the infant in his buggy. The little one was in exceptionally high spirits despite teething on a blanket and whilst he smiled at the camera, she couldn't help but point out the incredible family resemblance.
"You look like your dad today, you do, you look like your papa today!" Gemma said as she filmed her little one after he awoke from his nap.
The pair welcomed baby Thiago in July, and even just days after he was born the tot was already resembling his father, sporting his brown mop of hair when the couple shared the first photo of their son.
Fans were quick to react to the heart-melting snap, including Gorka's former Strictly partner Helen Skelton, who herself is a mum-of-three, as she commented: "Perfection." Co-star Carlos Gu added: "Our babe boy! Can't wait to meet him," alongside a string of purple heart emojis while a third shared: "Wow he definitely takes after Gorka with the Mediterranean look, little cutie, congratulations."
At the time of his birth, Gemma gushed: "Little man is here! He arrived safe and sound and he's utterly wonderful. We're all home together soaking up this lovely bubble before Gorks has to leave for Strictly rehearsals next week. Thank you for all your lovely wishes. Our family is complete."
The Strictly lovebirds - who met on the BBC show in 2017 - are already parents to their daughter Mia, whom they welcomed in July 2019. "Mia is already the mother hen we expected her to be," Gemma added to her announcement post.
READ: Gemma Atkinson expresses worry about daughter Mia's 'dramatic' food habits
SEE: Strictly's Gemma Atkinson sparks major fan reaction with adorable photo of baby Thiago
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Victoria Beckham is one of our style muses who never strays too far away from her signature sartorial agenda, which in 2023 consisted of: pantaboots and slinky midi dresses or wide-leg, long-length trousers that covered her shoes paired with a vest tucked in, a roll neck jumper or a matching blazer.
But this year the multihyphenate fashion and beauty muse is switching up her trouser silhouette, and is putting the fit and flare cropped trouser on the map (if you’re a mid-short height girly like me, this will come as a welcomed surprise…).
VB shared an Instagram story wearing the same suit she wore for David’s Netflix documentary Beckham London premiere in September last year - a two-piece she specifically designed for the event.
The crisp white suit featured a boxy, slightly oversized blazer and a pair of fit-and-flare trousers with a mega-cropped hem, revealing her ultra-chic black and perplex stilettos.
“I love the slightly oversized jacket with the strong shoulder, a silky lapel, and I love how it works with this tight cropped pant,” she explained.
Wearing all white has long been a Victoria Beckham classic, but the fashion set made it a go-to dress code this winter, with A-listers from the Princess of Wales to Anne Hathaway showing us a plethora of ways to wear it, but both Victoria and Kim Kardashian have proved this week that head to toe white isn’t going anywhere for 2024.
Looking ahead to the spring/summer season, Victoria designed another stunning white suit for her SS24 collection. And though this featured her signature wide-leg silhouette, brands including Michael Kors and Vauthier showcased the white cropped trousers in their SS24 collections.
If you’re over your wide-leg pants era, you're in luck as it looks like fitted flares finishing above the ankle are going to be making waves this year.
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Princess Leonor of Spain stepped out for a royal first on Saturday alongside her parents King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia. The future monarch, 18, looked so poised as she arrived at her Military Easter debut at the Royal Palace in Madrid earlier today in her military uniform. The event marked the family's first public appearance of the year.
The young royal began her military training in Zaragoza in August 2023, a momentous year for the princess who also graduated from UWC Atlantic, a boarding school in Wales, pledged her allegiance to the Spanish flag, and turned 18.
Leonor was seen with her parents greeting members of the armed forces at the special event which signifies the commencement of the military year. The event celebrates the recovery of the Menorcan town of Mahon on 6 January 1782 from the hands of the English.
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Take a look at the best pictures of the historic event…
King Felipe arrives
King Felipe, 55, was seen arriving at the Plaza de la Armería for the Military Easter event at the Royal Palace in his military dress where he passed review of the armed forces. The King looked so smart in his dress uniform as he passed by members on horseback.
Princess Leonor and Queen Letizia arrive
Leonor of Asturias arrived with her mother in her dress uniform as a cadet at the General Military Academy (AGM) in Zaragoza for the very first time. Her mother Letizia, 51, was seen in support of her daughter in a black coat with fur trim and black wide-leg trousers. Leonor and her father were seen standing to attention while Letizia looked on with pride.
The salute
Princess Leonor and her father were seen standing to attention before entering the palace. During the ceremony, honors are paid with the national anthem and a 21-gun salute.
Felipe arrives at the palace
With the authorities who received them, the royals left the Plaza de la Armería to go to the Embajadores Hall, where they were greeted by staff from National Heritage and the Military Fourth – president of the Board of Directors, Ana de la Cueva Fernández; Managing Director of National Heritage, María Dolores Menéndez Company; director of official and cultural events, Reyes Moreno Castillo; and officers of the Military Quarter.
The King was seen looking regal in his uniform as he entered smiling regally at onlooking members of government and military personnel. His wife and eldest daughter walked a pace behind him.
Letizia and Leonor arrive at the palace
The Princess and her mother were seen entering the palace in a stunning photograph minus the monarch himself. Leonor looked so grown-up alongside her mother who looked so stunning in neutrals. The inside of the palace was a sight to behold with gold adornments covering the impressive interior.
Leonor and Letizia greet members of the armed forces
Princess Leonor looked every inch a future queen in the photographs taken alongside her parents where she greeted military personnel with a handshake and warm smile.
The Princess' royal handshake
The royal mirrored her mother as she shook the hands of high-ranking military officers during the 'Pascua Militar' military ceremony. After the greetings in the Embajadores Hall, their Majesties headed down the Ambassador's Staircase to the Throne Room, where they were greeted by the heads of units of the Household of HM the King beforing entering the Gasparini Saleta.
The Interior Minister and Defense Minister arrive
Also present at the occasion were members of government. The Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska and Defense Minister Margarita Robles were seen arriving at the palace in smart dress. Margarita Robles looked so elegant in a cornflower blue tiered dress with a rhinestone-encrusted bow-shaped brooch and black heels.
Letizia wows in satin
Queen Letizia looked so stunning in an outfit fit for the occasion. The royal was seen in a pair of high-waisted wide-leg black trousers which she styled with a dovetail grey satin blouse with a high neck and long sleeves. The ever-stylish Queen wore her hair off her face in a mid ponytail with a trendy front section swept over her face. She teamed the look with a pair of platformed black pointed-toe heels and put on a pair of glitzy flower earrings.
Leonor is the spitting image of her mother
A close-up shot of the Princess of Asturias showed the 18-year-old's likeness to her mother. Leonor wore her hair swept off her face in a tight low bun with very natural makeup - just a lick of mascara and a touch of lip balm.
Royal trio at the ceremony
In the Throne Room King Felipe awarded decorations to 20 commissioners and gave a speech. The Minister of Defense also said a few words. "This celebration is not just another one for the Crown. It is the 10th Military Easter that I have the honor of presiding over and it happily coincides with the fact that for the first time, the Princess of Asturias accompanies us; who, as a Lady Cadet of the General Military Academy, has started her military training plan this year.
"So – along with the Queen and the Princess –, as Supreme Commander, I would like to convey my congratulations and annual recognition to the members of the Armed Forces and the Civil Guard, to the members of the National Intelligence Center, and to the group of men and women, civil and military, who, in the Ministry or in any field, serve the Defense and National Security," she concluded.
The King's speech
In his speech, the King said: "The year 2023 has proven to be a very demanding period, in which, together with the development of the permanent missions with which you ensure the sovereignty and independence of Spain, you have continued to carry out a long list of tasks within the strategic objectives established in international missions."
"The sincere and deep affection of the Crown towards those of you who are part of the Armed Forces, the Civil Guard, and the National Intelligence Center, because, by offering a life of sacrificial and selfless service to others, you are a good reflection of the nobility of the Spanish people."
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Rumer Willis is honoring her own journey and reflecting on the "dynamic" past 12 months as she welcomed her first child and revealed the devastating news that her father, Bruce Willis', health was declining. Alongside a stunning portrait taken of Rumer nude and sitting in the bath, she wrote an emotional essay detailing the changes she had made to find the "most honest authentic version of myself".
"Finding my way back to myself….Last year was incredibly dynamic, I grew a human being, gave birth at home (with no drugs) surrounded by my family," she began.
"Navigated a new relationship while being pregnant and postpartum, fell in love with the tiny love of my life Lou, softened, became less resistant to my own [expletive], threw pots on a wheel, did 6am ocean swims 4x a week in the winter, learned about what real intimacy looks like, working on being the most honest authentic version of myself, healing my trauma so I don’t pass it on to my daughter, celebrated 7 years of sobriety," it continued, as she revealed that she has also began cold water swimming, met new friends and "spent precious love filled moments with my Daddio".
"Loved myself more than I ever have, felt more beautiful and comfortable in my skin than I ever have, laughed, cried, fought, primal screamed, took ownership, met new friends, wrote lullaby’s with my daughters dad," Rumer continued, before concluding that she had "found strength in myself I didn’t know existed and watched my daughter grow in front of my eyes".
"The power of a woman is boundless. You’re proof of that. Continue being powerful and boundless. It radiates with you," shared one follower in response, as another praised the piece, writing: "This is absolutely magnificent to hear as somebody that struggled for so long I totally know the space you're in. So happy for you."
Rumer and her partner Derek Thomas welcomed their daughter on April 18 2023, with the 35-year-old sharing the news of her baby's arrival on Instagram with an adorable first photo of the sleeping newborn.
"Louetta Isley Thomas Willis, you are pure magic," she wrote, revealing her daughter's name as well. "Born at home on Tuesday April 18th, you are more than we ever dreamed of."
Rumer is the oldest of the Die Hard actor's five daughters; he also shares Scout, 32, and Tallulah, 29, with Demi Moore – who he was with from 1987 to 2000 – and Mabel Ray, 11, and Evelyn Penn, eight, with wife Emma Heming Willis, who he married in 2009.
In late 2023 she revealed that she had named her daughter after her dad's favorite musicians: "Lou" for Louis Armstrong, "Etta" for Etta James, and "Isley" for The Isley Brothers.
The Willis family released a joint statement in February 2023 confirming the 68-year-old actor's deteriorating health, and revealing that Bruce's initial diagnosis of aphasia had progressed to FTD, significantly impacting his communication skills.
"Unfortunately, challenges with communication are just one symptom of the disease Bruce faces. While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis," they said.
"FTD occurs when abnormal proteins accumulate and clump together in brain cells called neurons," the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration's website reads. It is also thought that "a subset of familial FTD cases are genetic, or hereditary, in nature. They occur when a parent passes a genetic variant associated with FTD to their child".
Symptoms of FTD start gradually and progress steadily, and often include dramatic behavioral changes such as swearing, impaired judgment, emotional withdrawal from others, loss of energy, and less frequent speech.
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Jamie Redknapp melted hearts as he gave a glimpse into his family life by sharing a sweet moment between himself and his youngest son on Friday.
Taking to his Instagram Stories, the former footballer shared a photo of himself spending quality time with his two-year-old son Raphael, and he was seen pushing his youngest child on a park swing with the caption, "My boy [heart emoji]".
Another snapshot showed the father and son duo about to tuck into a pizza in the shape of a rabbit, while Jamie looked low-key in a green sweatshirt and cap in a matching shade.
Jamie, 50, regularly shares photos of Raphael, who the former Tottenham Hotspur player shares with his wife Frida Redknapp.
Frida and Jamie welcomed their first child together shortly after they married in 2021. Their blended family includes four children from Frida's previous marriage, while Jamie shares two sons, Charlie, 19, and Beau, 15, with his ex-wife Louise Redknapp.
Jamie and Louise separated in 2017 after 19 years of marriage. Charlie and Beau have a close bond with their mother Louise, and the singer previously shared a photo of her eldest Charlie at a dinner with her boyfriend Drew Michael.
The I Wanna Be The Only One hitmaker also shared a carousel of photos dedicated to her son Charley on his 15th birthday.
Louise captioned the post: "Happy 15th Birthday to my Beau Beau. Love you more than you could possibly imagine, so proud of the young man you are becoming and everything you are achieving. You're one of my little (but taller) best friends and the best rapper I know. Love Mum."
Raphael appears to have a close bond with his older brothers, and Jamie shared a carousel of photos with his four children celebrating Christmas together, along with Frida, his father Harry Redknapp and his mother Sandra.
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Carrie Johnson is enjoying a wintery scene with her family as they headed out for a short winter walk and young Wilfred, three, and the youngster is already a budding fashionista in the making.
The young man was seen standing in the grass in a pair of blue Wellington boots alongside a tartan shirt and matching trousers. His little bobble hat was incredibly adorable, with Wilfred rocking one that sported several fire engines. In her caption, Carrie teased: "Can never have too much tartan."
The 35-year-old shares three children with husband Boris Johnson, the former prime minister of the United Kingdom. Alongside Wilfred, the couple are also parents to daughter Romy, two, and son, Frank, six months.
On Boxing Day, the family-of-five enjoyed a country walk close to their home, Brightwell Manor. Carrie shared several photos of their outing on her, showing her all wrapped up whilst carrying her youngest child, Frank, in a baby carrier.
Boris also joined in on the fun, and was snapped by Carrie carrying their daughter, Romy, on his back, comfortably sitting in a backpack carrier. The doting father was also appropriately dressed for the occasion, wearing a dark green jacket, matching trousers and Wellington boots.
Ahead of Christmas, Carrie took to social media to share several snaps of their preperations. The video clips and photos including Wilfred and Romy sat by the fire while ringing bells and putting out a mince pie for Santa Claus.
Another photo showed Wilfred playing with a nativity set, as well as the family attending an event with Father Christmas.
Boris also made an appearance in the snaps, as he gave two thumbs up to the camera while dressed as Santa and decorating the family's Christmas tree, while little Wilfred sat on the bottom step, watching his dad at work.
Fans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "What lovely children what a magical time for you all," while another person added: "I can feel the atmosphere in your home from your photos! Love the one of Boris up the ladder in his Father Xmas outfit! Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas."
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Carrie also revealed how they were making Christmas morning extra special for the youngsters, as she filmed snowy footprints from Santa Claus making their way out of the house through the kitchen door.
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Elizabeth Hurley hit the beach in style on Saturday, but it wasn't the star's incredible bikini body that was attracting attention, as this time the 58-year-old showed off her incredible flexibility.
In an incredible snap shared to her Instagram Stories, the Austin Powers star amazed her followers as she performed a handstand up against a palm tree, using it for a bit of balance. And, as ever, Elizabeth wasn't shy with her choice of swimwear, opting for a tiny sting bikini that was coloured peach.
Captioning the snap, which used an incredible beach scene as its backdrop, the mum-of-one said: "Hurry! Extra 30% off all special offers."
When it comes to her fitness, the model has previously said how she loves the outdoors and makes sure she avoids being sedentary for too long. "I love working in my garden and am never happier than when wielding a strimmer. I walk my dogs a lot too," she previously told MailOnline, adding: "I don't do any set exercise but can't sit still for long."
A half-hour walk is something she incorporates into her day-to-day life, but she does like to weave in some core work with some Pilates and yoga for toning muscle. "I think it's important to stay sort of firm," she told E! News previously. "I don't go to the gym, but I don't lie around on the sofa."
As well as keeping active for exercise, Elizabeth enjoys movement when it comes to well-being. The star shared a video of her partaking in Watsu massage therapy back in November, which she described as "one of the best stretches I've ever had." Watsu therapy is a passive hydrotherapy usually done in water. It combines elements of stretching to enable stretching and joint mobility.
When it comes to diet, Elizabeth isn't one of these celebrities who constantly partake in unsustainable, fad diets, previously admitting to MailOnline: "I actually eat quite a lot, but very little junk or processed foods and don't drink much alcohol. I try to eat lots of vegetables and never eat between meals."
She also told The View: "I always watch what I eat, but I eat plenty of food. I don't do all that green juice, I don't do any of that… powders, I don't really take vitamins. I try not to eat too much for dinner."
In terms of what Elizabeth does eat, she has been known to be a fan of having cups of hot water first thing in the morning to boost metabolism, before tucking into some Greek yoghurt with fruit.
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Later in the day, the model likes to stick to fresh vegetables and locally sourced meat.She also revealed she likes to eat early in the day, so her body has enough time to digest before sleeping.
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They're one of TV's best-loved presenting duos so it's unsurprising that after more than 25 years hosting side-by-side, Ant and Dec are firm friends. So much so, that as well as working together, they holiday together and even became neighbours. The Limitless Win hosts once both had houses in Chiswick, West London before Ant McPartlin packed up and moved into another property further away from Declan Donnelly's abode. Not only that, in years gone by the stars also attempted to purchase neighbouring holiday homes in Portugal, but not all went to plan.
In 2015, Ant and Dec bought neighbouring homes on the 72-villa development The Keys, based near the celebrity-loved, exclusive golf resort of Quinta do Lago. Ant and Dec both invested millions of pounds into choosing and purchasing the properties located in the sunny Algarve, with the idea of having a hub in the holiday hotspot to use in the summer months with their families.
The presenters hired interior professionals to design their dream villas from scratch. The properties were said to have included multiple swimming pools, with an infinity pool on the roof and another in the basement, cinema rooms, a bar, a butler's kitchen and staff quarters.
The Keys boasted 72 villas on its site and was just a short drive from the sandy beaches but, unfortunately, the property company went bust in 2017 and the presenting duo stood to lose millions they had invested, according to reports.
Ant and Dec each paid more than £3 million each for their respective villas and so when the company went into liquidation, they fought with everything they could to save their funds. However, due to the company going bust and owing other investors and shareholders, The Keys had to pay their way out to other key creditors over refunding the TV stars.
Not only that, but at the time they were warned that their chances of recouping the money were slim because state-owned Portuguese bank Caixa Geral de Depositas were owed £250 million and were said to be first in line to reclaim its debt after the Portuguese taxman.
Although the investment didn't work out for the I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! stars, we can see why they were keen to invest. The villas were gorgeously spacious and boasted many different rooms to accommodate large parties.
The villas were also located in a stunning location surrounded by green fields and trees, as well as being located right by the Mediterranean Sea.
Each of the homes Ant and Dec had their eyes on featured multiple swimming pools, large outdoor dining areas and multiple bedrooms for their guests to stay in. They even had cosy cinema rooms with large, comfy sofas placed in front of the huge flatscreen TV wall, perfect for nights in with a film.
Ant and Dec weren't the only familiar faces to miss out when The Keys fell into liquidation. Phillip Schofield also invested money into a property but when the company went down he lost over £1 million. After some years of battles in and out of court, Metro online reported in 2022 that Ant and Dec had lost a total of £2.5 million each after the backfired investment.
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Kelly Clarkson is putting her foot down when it comes to social media and her children. The mom-of-two has revealed that neither her son nor daughter are allowed to have social media accounts in her house until they turn 18, acknowledging that it can be hard for children in general but especially so for "kids with parents in the public eye".
"I have informed them they’re not allowed to, under my roof, ever have [it]," the 41-year-old tod People, before revealing that she and ex-husband Brandon Blackstock are on the same page when it comes to parenting their two kids.
"My daughter was like, ‘Well, what if Dad lets me?’ I’m like, ‘Well, you’re there four days a month. Enjoy that.' And right now he’s not letting them do it either. I’ll listen when they’re older, but until they have a solid argument, it’s a no."
Kelly co-parents her two children, daughter River Rose, nine, and seven-year-old son Remington 'Remi' Alexander, with Brandon, her former manager. They recently moved to New York City, where Kelly is now hosting her talk show after five years in Los Angeles.
However she recently told fans that although she loves her new home in the Big Apple, she would love to move full time to Montana and film her show there.
In a Q and A posted to her Instagram page at the beginning of January, Kelly was asked to name the place she would like to visit the most in 2024, to which she replied: "Look, I love my ranch so much. If I could shoot my show from my ranch, I would. And it's beautiful, people would love to come there."
The 'Since U Been Gone' singer met music executive Brandon in 2012 at that year's Super Bowl and they eloped the following year. But in 2020 the pair shocked fans when Kelly filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. It was finalized in March 2022 and Kelly has primary custody of the two children who are thriving.
They have also revealed their own love of the spotlight, when the pair appeared on stage with their mom as Kelly wrapped her Vegas residency earlier this summer. At one point River Rose made a surprise appearance to duet with her mom on the 2015 hit 'Heartbeat Song,' while Remy later ran out on stage to show off his dance moves as Kelly sang 'Whole Lotta Woman'.
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Amanda Holden is back on our screens with the second series of Amanda and Alan's Italian Job, and the presenter looked flawless as she shared a stunning photo from the pool.
In a daring snap on her Instagram, Amanda caught the sun's rays in a tiny metallic bikini as she dipped her feet into the pool's waters. The star held a glass of aperol as she lounged by the side of the pool, twirling a hand through her blonde locks while looking off into the distance with her pair of sunglasses.
Amanda also shared a clip of herself and Alan discussing what superpowers they'd like, and once again the mum-of-two knocked it out of the park with her outfit choice, opting for a white crop top and ripped black jeans.
The star celebrated her new series in her caption, as she wrote: "Almost 3 million of you have already watched Series 2 of #ItalianJob over the last 24 hours so I'm raising a glass to celebrate + say THANK YOU.
"Catch up (or binge watch!) the whole series on @bbciplayer this week or Episode 2 is on BBC1 next Friday. Raising money again for @bbccin & @comicrelief. PS - Another blooper for you here. Please let @chattyman & I know your favourite bits - we love reading all your messages!"
Fans were quick to share their thoughts, as one enthused: "I am watching it right now now, I love it , it’s so funny! You two are amazing! The whole program is brilliant!" and a second added: "I've watched 5 episodes so far and absolutely bloody love it! Just what we need in miserable January, some fun and sun."
But many others were blown away by Amanda's fashion as a third follower commented: "We need to know where all your fabulous outfits are from. Half way through and loving it so far," and a fourth posted: "MY LOVE WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS YOU ARE," and many others shared strings of flame emojis.
While we're sure the waters in the pool were nice and warm, Amanda has previously admitted to being a fan of cold-water swimming, which has numerous health benefits. The icy waters can support immunity, aid weight loss and help speed up exercise recovery, as well as ease anxiety and clear brain fog.
Speaking about her diet, the Heart Radio presenter shared: "You have to enjoy life. I eat everything. Drink everything. I had a friend once who didn’t make it to her 50s and her biggest regret was she spent her life on a diet. I don't diet."
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And despite her impressive abs, Amanda also admitted that she doesn't go to the gym. "I like to keep active," she revealed. "But I can't stand gyms. I like to run for an hour a week, as I feel great afterwards. It's also time to myself, which is worth its weight in gold."
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Station 19 star Jaine Lee Ortiz has revealed why she has never gone public with rumored boyfriend, co-star Travis Montgomery, sharing that the secrecy makes things "spicy".
"I mean, you can infer, sure. It only makes it more spicy, and I'm down for that," she hinted, before revealing that she likes to keep her private life private because if she doesn't, "What do I have?”
"Intimacy, I think, is really sacred, and I think I've posted very friendly-ish photos that give an idea, but sure. Use your imagination," she added.
The pair have hinted at their romance over the years, however, spending the holiday season together with Jay appearing in a Boomerang Jaina shared on social media. “Merry Christmas ya filthy animals!” she captioned the post.
They also spent the summer months in Italy together, with Jay posting a Story that showed the pair covered in natural mud and enjoying the local experiences.
Jaina – who plays Captain Andy Herrera – also admitted that Station 19's cancellation "came as a surprise and shock for everyone," weeks after the news was confirmed by ABC. Bosses of the Grey's Anatomy spin-off, which first aired on ABC in 2018, were given the news ahead of filming for the seventh and final season to give them the chance to create a proper ending for the beloved procedural in its final 10 episodes.
Speaking to People, Jaina added that despite the cancellation, "it's been such an amazing ride," and that she "didn't even dream" of ever getting to tell stories with this cast for seven years. For its final season, Station 19 will also be moving from its usual 8pm time slot to 10pm.
A final crossover with Grey's Anatomy has reportedly been planned, although details are being kept under wraps.
Confirming Station 19's cancellation, Craig Erwich, president of the Disney Television Group, said: "For seven seasons 'Station 19' has been a highlight of the ABC lineup thanks to Shonda [Rhimes] and Betsy [Beer]'s incredible vision, beloved characters and compelling storytelling. "With [showrunners] Zoanne [Clack] and Peter [Paige] at the helm of the upcoming farewell season, we have so much to look forward to, most notably the celebration of the show's milestone 100th episode."
Fans have not been happy by the news, with many blaming ABC's new series 9-1-1 – which moves from Fox to the Disney-owned network for its seventh season – for the cancellation.
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Eva-va-voom! Eva Longoria looked stunning on Friday January 5 as she made an appearance at the La Cena Los Angeles event celebrating Latino creatives in film and television – and rocked a completely new look.
The 48-year-old actress wowed onlookers with shaggy parted bangs that gave a grunge appearance to her sleek black one-shouldered maxi dress that featured a thigh-high split giving her opportunity to show off black strappy sandals.
But the Flamin' Hot director revealed that the transformation was only temporary as she was actually wearing a wig, before telling People that she made the call because "it's award season — people are stepping it up".
Eva has been in Los Angeles lately as she steps into the awards conversation with her directorial debut, Flamin' Hot, but she recently let HELLO! into her new, dream, home in Spain which she and husband Jose Baston had been searching for for years.
“I’ve been looking for a place in Marbella for the past five years,” she revealed as she showed off the stunning villa, renovated by her friend, architect and interior designer Nicolás Escanez. “I don’t have a schedule here. My days are full of activities – paddle tennis, the beach, lunch, drinks, socializing… in fact, they’re full to the brim, but with things I really enjoy.”
"The first time I came to Marbella, two decades ago, it was love at first sight. I said to myself: ‘Some day I’ll live here'. Later, we set up the Global Gift Foundation, and this is where [actor] Antonio Banderas, my best friend [actress and philanthropist] María Bravo and I held the first gala," Eva continued.
“Five years ago, I said to Nico, who’s very clued-up about property: ‘When you see the right place, let me know.’ I viewed a few places, but nothing was quite what I wanted. Finally, in early 2023, this house came on the market. It needed refurbishing, but it had just the size and location I was after. So, taking advantage of the fact that I was in Barcelona filming, I came down and bought it that same day.”
The mom-of-one also shared what was most important to her when she was house-hunting: A garden and swimming pool for her son, Santi, five.
"I wanted a garden for my son to play in, and a swimming pool because he’s always swimming. And, of course, a big kitchen. In all my homes, I have a kitchen with a huge island, where everyone can sit together and have a glass of wine and nibbles while I cook. I love the kitchen – it’s always the heart of the house. And the one here is the best of all," she admitted.
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Cher's bid to have her son Elijah placed under a conservatorship was thrown out by a judge on Friday January 6. The legendary singer had petitioned LA Superior Court arguing that the 47-year-old's mental health and substance abuse problems had rendered him incapable of managing his own finances, claiming he would be unable to manage the $120,000 a year he gets from a trust fund set up for him by his late father, rock star Gregg Allman.
But Judge Jessica Uzcategui refused to appoint Cher as conservator, sharing that she did not believe the 77-year-old and her attorneys had given Elijah enough notice of the court action.
Cher's attorney, Gabrielle Vidal, had requested that the judge waive the usual five-day notice required to inform Elijah of the proposed conservatorship, arguing that if he received the money before the order was put in place, he could be "in a life or death position".
But Judge Uzcategui said in her filing that she was "not persuaded," writing that Elijah was "at best less than 24 hours notice".
Cher and her team now have until January 22 to share all of their information with Elijah's legal team before a court date on January 29. Elijah was in court for the decision, but did not speak to the press.
He was joined by his wife Marieangela 'Queeny' King, 36, who has accused Cher of an attempt to kidnap Elijah to send him to rehab.
Pictures obtained by the MailOnline showed him living in the Chateau Marmont Hotel, and his then-estranged wife Marieangela claims that four men entered their hotel room to remove him, saying that one of the men told her the singer's mother had hired them. Marieangela further said she had not been told which facility her husband had been checked into.
Cher has denied all allegations, and has in turn accused Marieangla being a negative influence on him, alleging she had hindered Elijah's path to recovery and is unsupportive of his efforts to seek treatment.
Speaking in December, Marieangela also denied Cher's claims: "I have always been a champion for the sober community and for Elijah’s sobriety. What I am not ok with are establishments that exclude me (his wife) from being part of Elijah’s treatment and hopeful recovery.
"I am not ok with pop-up, makeshift, unethical scam rehabs which take full advantage of families in desperate situations and seek to fraudulently exploit insurance companies for services not rendered.”
Elijah had filed for divorce from Marieangela in 2021 but days before the conservatorship decision he requested that his divorce proceedings come to an end. Marieangela's attorney consented to the request and the pair are working on their marriage.
They split in 2020, seven years after they wed in 2013, Elijah filed for divorce the following year citing "irreconcilable differences".
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Crown Princess Kiko has reportedly been left unable to eat "normal meals" and it remains to be seen whether the royal will be in attendance during Sunday's Showa Tenno-sai ritual.
On Saturday, various Japanese publications reported that an Imperial Palace Agency statement revealed that Kiko had been unwell since December. It is still unknown what has caused her illness with doctors ruling out COVID-19, which the royal contracted last July, and influenza. Although the princess was able to attend New Year's events she may be forced to pull out of Sunday's ceremony.
Reports state that ahead of the service, a samurai doctor will assess her condition.
The ceremony is held annually on 7 January at the Koreiden to honour the death of Emperor Showa. Showa is Japan's longest-serving emperor, having ruled over the country from 1926 until he died in 1989. Showa is, however, a controversial figure having waged wars across Asia in the 1930s and 1940s and his involvement as part of the 'Axis of Evil' during World War II.
Last July, the 57-year-old contracted COVID-19, forcing her to cancel a selection of planned visits, including a national event that was set up to promote blood donations. During her illness, the royal recuperated at home.
Kiko married Crown Prince Akishino in 1990. The couple met while undergrads with the prince, who was then known as Prince Fumihito, suggesting that the couple marry back in 1986. The pair became engaged in 1989, but their wedding date was delayed by a year due to national mourning for Emperor Showa.
The couple share three children, Mako Komuro, 32, Princess Kako, 29, and Prince Hisahito, 17. Their eldest daughter, Mako, used to carry a royal title, however following her marriage to a commoner in 2021, she renounced her title.
In 2017, Mako announced her engagement to childhood sweetheart, Kei Komuro. The lovebirds – who first crossed paths in 2012 at a study-abroad event – intended to exchange vows in 2018. Public backlash from the engagement initially caused Prince Akishino to withold his blessing for the couple's marriage, but he ultimately allowed the nuptials in 2020.
On the day of their wedding, Mako skipped the usual rites associated with a royal wedding and turned down a traditional payment of about $1.3m (£940,000) given to a female member of the imperial family upon their departure from the household.
At the time, she said: "We will be starting a new life. I am sure we will encounter difficulties along the way. But just as we have until now, I want to continue joining forces [with Kei] and walking together side by side."
She added: "Our loyalty to each other is thanks to our devotion to one another and thanks to the presence of all those who supported us.
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"There are many who understand the difficulty of living while protecting our hearts. I hope that we can create a society where we can all live and support each other's feelings."
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Crown Princess Mary went from "commoner" to Danish royalty when she married Crown Prince Frederik in 2004.
Australian-born Mary Donaldson grew up in Hobart, Tasmania with her parents and siblings.
She was interested in both sport and music as a child and proved her flair for learning languages during her education.
Mary later obtained a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Law from the University of Tasmania in 1994 and later carved out an advertising career.
As Mary prepares to become Queen of Denmark when her husband is proclaimed King on Sunday 14 January, what do we know about her family?
Mary Elizabeth Donaldson was born on 5 February 1972 to Scottish parents, John Dalgleish Donaldson and Henrietta Clark Donaldson.
The couple married in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1963 and later that year they emigrated to Australia, becoming Australian citizens in 1975.
Mary's father John is a Professor of Applied Mathematics. Her mother Henrietta, who worked as the Executive Assistant to the Vice Chancellor of The University of Tasmania, sadly passed away in November 1997 after complications from heart surgery.
Professor John Donaldson later married British crime novelist Susan Horwood, who writes under the pen name of Susan Moody.
Mary is the youngest of four children. She has two sisters, Jane Alison Stephens, born in 1965, and Patricia Anne Bailey, born in 1968, as well as a younger brother, John, born in 1970.
Jane and Patricia were Mary's bridesmaids on her wedding day to Crown Prince Frederik.
Mary's eldest sister Jane has three children with her husband Craig Stephens. Patricia also has three children; her eldest two she shares with her first husband Ken Woods. John and his wife Leanne have one child together.
Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary are parents to Prince Christian, 18, Princess Isabella, 16, and twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, who turn 13 on 8 January.
Frederik's brother Prince Joachim has two sons, Count Nikolai, 24, and Count Felix, 21, from his first marriage to Alexandra, Countess of Frederiksborg.
He and his second wife, Princess Marie, are parents to Count Henrik, 14, and Countess Athena, 11.
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Happy birthday Nicolas Cage! One of Hollywood's most mercurial and meme-worthy actors, the Academy Award winner has acquired a cult following, thanks to his eclectic and frankly bizarre film roles.
Revered for his critically acclaimed performances in Leaving Las Vegas (1996), The Rock (1996) and Face/Off (1997); Nicolas has also tangoed with Hollywood heavyweights in big-budget blockbusters and direct-to-video flops.
To mark Nicolas' 60th birthday, we're taking a look at his colourful life and career – from his five marriages and a quest to find the Holy Grail to his 2011 arrest and unprecedented career comeback...
Film dynasty family
The son of August Coppola, an American academic, author and film executive, and Joy Vogelsang, a dancer and choreographer; Nicolas hails from one of Hollywood's most prestigious acting dynasties.
On his father's side, Nicolas is the nephew of The Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola and actress Talia Shire. Directors Roman Coppola and Sofia Coppola, film producer Gian-Carlo Coppola, and actors Robert and Jason Schwartzman are among his cousins.
Rise to stardom
Nicolas' acting debut came in 1981 when he was cast in a television pilot for The Best of Times. Unfortunately, the show was never picked up by ABC. His film debut followed shortly after, with the aspiring actor scoring a minor role in Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982).
By 1983, Nicolas had been cast as Randy in the American teen comedy, Valley Girl – a role which would catapult him into the spotlight. On course to become one of Hollywood's biggest and brightest stars, he followed up with appearances in Rumble Fish (1983), Peggy Sue Got Married (1986), Raising Arizona (1987), Moonstruck (1987), Honeymoon in Vegas (1992) and It Could Happen to You (1994).
Turning his attention to action movies, by the late 90s, Nicolas was dominating the genre, with celebrated performances in The Rock (1996), Face/Off (1997) and Con Air (1997). In one of Nicolas' best-loved roles, he was cast as treasure hunter, Benjamin Franklin Gates, in Disney's National Treasure (2004).
Earning $11 million on its opening day in the US, the film eventually grossed $347 million worldwide, making it a box office success. Signing on to the sequel, in 2007, Nicolas reprised his role as Benjamin in National Treasure: Book of Secrets.
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Five marriages
Nicolas has been married five times. In April 1995, the A-lister tied the knot with actress, Patricia Arquette, whom he'd met at Canter's Deli in Los Angeles in the late '80s. Nicolas was instantly smitten and asked Patricia to come up with a "quest" that he could complete so she'd marry him.
"I wrote all these things that I thought were impossible: Getting J.D. Salinger's autograph, a Hill tribe wedding costume, steal me a Bob's Big Boy statue, all of these things," Patricia recalled in a 2018 appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. To Patricia's surprise, Nicolas managed to complete the list, but she still wasn't ready to marry him.
After dating and splitting up, Patricia called Nicolas and told him she was ready to get married in 1995, which is exactly what they did. Unfortunately, their romance was short-lived and after separating, their divorce was finalized in 2001.
By 2002, Nicolas had found love again, this time with Elvis and Priscilla Presley's daughter, Lisa Marie. The couple had initially crossed paths at a party in 2000, with the actor describing her as the most "beautiful girl". After dating on and off, Nicolas and Lisa Marie tied the knot on August 10, 2002, opting for a private ceremony at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows resort in Hawaii. 107 days later, Nicolas filed for divorce.
During a 2003 interview with Barbara Walters, Nicolas opened up about the split. "Oftentimes when you have two people who are very strong and their own personalities, and rather intense, sometimes you can have a hard time meshing," he said.
"It's sad, and I miss her every day and sometimes I wish we couldn't have rushed the marriage, and sometimes I regret rushing the divorce, but it just seemed like it wasn't going to change."
By 2004, Nicolas had met his third wife, Alice Kim, while she was working as a waitress at a Los Angeles restaurant. Embarking on a whirlwind romance, the couple got engaged after two months of dating and exchanged vows at a private ranch in Northern California on July 30, 2004. Their son, Kal-El, was born on October 3, 2005.
However, after 12 years of marriage, Nicolas and Alice confirmed their separation in 2016. "It was a shocker for me – I definitely didn't see it coming," Nicolas admitted to The Guardian in 2018. Asked if they'd remained friends, he replied: "Oh yes, I want to. She was quite young when I married her and I don't really have any ill will towards what happened. That's all I'll say."
Nicolas' fourth wedding took place in Las Vegas in 2019. After dating makeup artist Erika Koike for a year, the pair decided to elope, but four days later, Nicolas applied for annulment. Two months later, a Nevada judge granted his request.
In court documents obtained by The Blast, it was stated that Nicolas "lacked understanding of his actions in marrying [Koike] to the extent that he was incapable of agreeing to the marriage."
As of February 16, 2021, Nicolas is married to Riko Shibata, whom he met while working on Prisoners of the Ghostland (2020) in Japan. Their wedding took place in Las Vegas and was held on February 16, 2021, to coincide with Nicolas' late father August Coppola's birthday.
They welcomed a daughter, August Francesca, on September 7, 2022. His third child, Nicolas is already a father to his oldest son, Weston, whom he shares with his ex-girlfriend, Christina Fulton, and Kal-El, from his marriage to Alice Kim.
Quest to find the Holy Grail
Believe it or not, Nicolas embarked on a quest to find the Holy Grail. Yes, really.
Speaking to the New York Times in 2019, the actor revealed that he'd been obsessed with discovering the location of the Holy Grail – most commonly identified as the cup that Jesus drank from at the Last Supper. According to mythology, it's also said to possess miraculous healing powers.
"I went years where all I was doing was meditating three times a day and reading books on philosophy, not drinking whatsoever," he said. "That was the time when I almost went on — you might call it a grail quest.
"I started following mythology, and I was finding properties that aligned with that. It was almost like National Treasure. Of course, that didn't sustain."
Asked how his quest came about, Nicolas explained: "One thing would lead to another. It's like when you build a library. You read a book, and in it, there's a reference to another book, and then you buy that book, and then you attach the references. For me, it was all about where was the Grail. Was it here? Was it there? Is it at Glastonbury? Does it exist?"
"This had put me on a search around different areas, mostly in England, but also some places in the States," he continued. While Nicolas eventually gave up on his search, it did take him to Rhode Island at one point, which inspired him to purchase a property there.
2011 arrest
In 2011, the Face/Off star was taken into custody in New Orleans, following an altercation with his then-wife, Alice Kim.
Arrested for domestic abuse, disturbing the peace and public drunkenness, New Orleans police spokesman Gary Floyd recalled: "[They] were standing in front of a residence that he insisted was the property the couple was renting. She disagreed and Cage grabbed her by the upper arm and pulled her to what he believed was the correct address."
Explaining that Nicolas had allegedly begun striking cars, he added that the star was "heavily intoxicated" at the time of his arrest.
Following the incident, the New Orleans District Attorney was unable to press charges, telling TMZ: "The evidence did not support charging Cage with a crime." Shortly after his arrest, Nicolas returned to work and was spotted on the set of Medallion. He and Alice eventually divorced in 2016.
Career comeback
While Nicolas has garnered widespread critical acclaim throughout his decade-spanning career, the actor has also appeared in a string of poorly-received films. Among them, Trespass (2011), Rage (2014), Arsenal (2017), and 211 (2018) were slated. Described as having entered a "career slump," Nicolas was quick to change the narrative and in 2018, the 'Cage-aissance' began.
Impressing critics with his performance in the 2018 action horror, Mandy, Nicolas continued to receive further praise for Pig (2021), The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (2022), and most recently Dream Scenario (2023).
In a recent interview with Uproxx, Nicolas revealed that he's thinking about retiring from acting soon. "I think I have to do maybe three or four more movies before I can get there," he said.
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Dr. Vidhi Patel is a qualified nutritionist and homoeopathic doctor who studied in India. As well as working with a number of celebrity clients, she runs a health and nutrition clinic along with clinical trials with Minerva Research Labs in London and also works as a lifestyle health coach, looking at a holistic approach to wellbeing.
In her Reset moment, Dr. Vidhi explains how a mindful morning routine is critical for optimal health and happiness. "The time you wake up in the morning is so, so crucial, especially the first few minutes, they really set the tone of the day and set the mind and spirit on the right path," she says.
Here, she shares her three quick, easy tips to reset your morning routine for maximum productivity. Watch and learn...
For more inspiration, follow Dr Vidhi on Instagram at @smilingvidhi. Appointments with Dr Vidhi can be booked through her wellness clinic.
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Kate Garraway's Good Morning Britain co-host Ben Shephard has taken to social media to share a touching tribute to Derek Draper following Kate's announcement of his death on Friday.
Derek was taken into hospital before Christmas after suffering a heart attack which left him hospitalised. Kate, 56, announced Derek's heartbreaking death on Instagram alongside a photo of her husband.
Her caption, in part, read: "I'm sad to have to tell you all that my darling husband Derek has passed away. As some of you may know he has been critically ill following a cardiac arrest in early December which, because of the damage inflicted by Covid in March 2020, led to further complications.
"Derek was surrounded by his family in his final days and I was by his side holding his hand throughout the last long hours and when he passed."
Kate's co-host, Ben, was amongst the first to pen an emotional tribute. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, the 49-year-old shared an image of Derek sweetly kissing Kate on the cheek, alongside which he wrote: "On what has been the saddest of days @kategarraway I've been reminding myself of the wonderful times and memories we have all shared together."
He went on to say: "This is how I'll always think of Derek - bringing you so much joy, your smile says it all, the size of which is matched only by his love for you, Darcey and Bill. Sending all our love Kate to you and all the family."
Ben finished by adding: "Also thank you to everyone who has reached out to me, I promise I will pass on your messages, I know they will bring Kate so much comfort as they have for the last few years."
The star's friends and family flooded the comments section with heartfelt messages. Heaping praise on Ben and Kate's friendship, one follower wrote: "Beautiful words Ben to match your beautiful friendship with Kate and her family", while another added: "Awww Ben… Beautiful words for Dear Kate and her Family."
A third remarked: "I wish I had a colleague like you! It's so sad and just seems so unfair. Please hug Kate for all of us", and a fourth wrote: "You are a wonderful friend to Kate and the kids. She will be so pleased to have you by her side".
Derek fell critically ill back in 2020 after contracting COVID-19. He spent 13 months in hospital before finally being allowed to move back to his family home, where Kate and specialist nurses took care of him. He was later readmitted in 2022 after his condition failed to improve.
In 2021, Kate won a gong at the National Television Awards for her documentary Finding Derek. The programme documented how Kate was caring for her husband following his return home from the hospital.
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Saltburn may have hit the cinemas a couple of months back, but thanks to the Emerald Fennell-created movie landing on Prime Video recently, fans have been watching in their droves and have become obsessed. TikTok is drenched with theories and trends, Sophie Ellis-Bextor is back in the charts, and viewers are debating the most jaw-dropping scene. Saltburn's impact is not letting up just yet.
And it's not just the glittering cast – consisting of Jacob Elordi and Barry Keoghan to name just two – and the eerily gripping plot that has grabbed attention, but the stunning scenery and location of the movie, too.
The backdrop of the film is the grand estate called Saltburn, owned by the Cattan family who welcome Felix's (Jacob Elordi) university pal, Oliver Quick, (Barry Keoghan) to their sprawling grounds for the summer. As the plot goes on, a series of catastrophic events unfold and Saltburn is never the same again.
But in real life, the sprawling home and estate is a super private and exclusive residence…
Where is the Saltburn estate?
The house used for the filming of Saltburn was the Grade-I listed Drayton House, located in Lowick, Kettering in Northamptonshire. According to the Parks and Gardens website, the site sits on a sprawling medieval park occupying roughly 120 hectares dating back as early as 1328. The park where Drayton House is located was re-landscaped in the 18th century and the building is now privately owned and tended to.
Director and writer Emerald Fennell was passionate about using a location that hadn't been used on screen before. "The house was so important. This hadn't been photographed even, let alone put on film. We always wanted the exact sense that it is a real place," she told Architectural Digest.
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Can fans visit?
Fans are, unsurprisingly, desperate to visit 'Saltburn' for themselves. But it's not that easy since Drayton House is now privately owned. Unlike a lot of stately homes and historical sites across the UK, the estate isn't open to the public to visit for day trips, but the website does state: "Open to groups only, by appointment only. Write to L G Stopford Sackville at Drayton House."
Inside Drayton House, the real 'Saltburn' house
The grounds
Given the Cattan family's wealth, it made perfect sense for them to reside at an enormous estate. As mentioned, Drayton House is privately owned, so there aren't photos in abundance, but film stills and behind-the-scenes photos give a glimpse of what it's like.
This photo shows director Emerald and leading actors Barry and Jacob sitting and discussing a scene by the bank of the lake located outside Drayton House. The tall limestone walls are seen in the background, as well as the huge layout of the house itself dotted with multiple windows.
The house
This photo of Oliver arriving at Saltburn ahead of his very eventful summer shows a perfect shot of Drayton House from the front. The house and gardens are clearly well-kept and there are two sets of gates to walk through before getting to the grounds.
The front of the house shows a tall iron door for the main entrance, and the symmetry of the building – thanks to the two turrets on either side – adds to the gothic, 18th-century feel.
The dining room
Many scenes from the movie offer glimpses inside the house. The scene where the cast dress for a formal dinner shows the huge wooden table where the Cattan family sit.
The dining room is decorated with classic centuries-old décor such as large paintings on the wall and a grand chandelier above the table, but there are modern touches too, with a stylish floor lamp placed in the corner for extra lighting.
Library room
When Oliver first crosses paths with Venetia, Felix's sister is sitting in one of the library rooms reading a book before gazing at their new house guest curiously.
Behind her is a tall bookcase filled with old books and – as Felix says himself in the film – Shakespeare's folio. Casual.
This photo of the grand hall is an aerial shot from the scene following Oliver's raucous birthday party at Saltburn.
The high ceilings and candle-lit light hangings on the wall add to the gothic theme, as well as the large bay windows and draped curtains. We also particularly love the black and white stone tiles on the floor.
Breakfast room
The aristocratic Cattan family sit for every meal and are served by their staff – including Duncan the Butler played by Paul Rhys who pulls off a brilliantly haunting performance.
This shot of Richard E. Grant, who plays Sir James Cattan, sitting at the breakfast table once again shows the portraits on the wall with plenty of vases full of flowers and foliage.
Other Locations used in Saltburn
Oxford university
Felix and Oliver meet while studying at Oxford, so the cast and crew headed to the university grounds to film scenes on location at Mary Magdelene College as well as Radcliffe Square.
This shot shows Oliver and Fairleigh (Archie Madekwe) standing in the iconic square which has the beautiful buildings of the university in the background.
The river in Oxford
This shot shows Emerald once again chatting to her leading actors as they sit on the wall by the river close to the university grounds. It's an important scene because it's when Oliver attempts to throw a rock into the water in honour of his late father, but he misses. A plot point many fans thank foreshadows what's to come.
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Cillian Murphy is notoriously private when it comes to his family life, which may be part of his decision to relocate from London to Dublin in 2015.
The Oppenheimer star, 47, moved to a €1.7million (£1.4million) property in Monkstown, in south county Dublin, with his wife Yvonne McGuinness and their two sons, Malachy, 18, and Aran, 17, and says the move was "the best thing we did".
Speaking to The Irish Times about the relocation, Cillian explained that they mainly moved to be closer to family.
"The kids are of a certain age. I think if you live in a world capital – like New York or London or wherever – it’s excellent and exciting and stimulating in your 20s and 30s. Then there’s a point where the things that were excellent and stimulating are now a bit sort of tedious and draining. You want something quieter and that’s what we did," the Peaky Blinders star said.
Cillian swapped his north London home for a period property that dates back to 1863 and has six double bedrooms and a drawing room.
At the time of the sale the property listing stated that it was an "elegant and comfortable home" with "magnificent original features".
Cillian and Yvonne have put their stamp on the home since the move in 2015. The 3,444-square-foot house received permission to upgrade and we can only imagine what alterations they made to the grand property.
The move helped with Cillian’s bid to keep a low profile away from his acting career too, though he has said that his motivation to move wasn't necessarily motivated by escaping the limelight. "I think Irish people are generally really decent. If they know what sort of person you are, they respect that," Cillian said. "We moved back about five or six years ago and it’s been the best thing we did."
Speaking to Deadline, Cillian elaborated on why they moved. "We did live in London for 14 years, it was a big chunk of my life from my mid-20s to my late 30s. I really enjoyed it, it was really exciting, it’s a great city, but the move to Dublin wasn’t motivated by wanting to distance myself from the industry. I was purely motivated by wanting to come home to Ireland and raise our kids as Irish and be near our families.”
Cillian's Irish heritage is also important to him and the Peaky Blinders actor is keen for his children to grow up there. In 2016 the Inception star told The Guardian: "We wanted them to be Irish, I suppose...It’s amazing how quickly their accents have adapted. Even within a year of moving back, they are fading into this rakish west Brit kind of thing. Which I think, hopefully, will get them lots of girls when they’re 15.”
The Dunkirk star's home in Dublin can hardly be described as a downgrade from his pad in London. Cillian's Irish bolthole is a short five-minute walk to the sea and is close to a yacht club, lovely parks and reputable schools.
DISCOVER: Cillian Murphy's rarely-seen home life with wife Yvonne McGuinness and sons Malachy and Aran
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Supermodel Heidi Klum glammed up on Saturday evening as she stepped out to attend The Art of Elysium's 25th Anniversary HEAVEN Gala in Los Angeles alongside her mini-me daughter Leni.
For the glitzy red carpet occasion, Heidi, 50, and her model daughter twinned in sparkling sequin gowns. Oozing sophistication, TV host Heidi wowed in a strapless nude dress adorned with golden sequin flowers.
She wore her honeyed locks down loose and accessorised with a cluster of golden bangles for some added bling. Injecting some of her daughter's fiery red look into her own outfit, Heidi rounded off her get-up with a glossy red manicure. Perfection!
Leni, 19, meanwhile, turned heads in a strapless crimson maxi dress adorned with sheer netting and shimmering sequins. To elevate her daring look, the budding model wore a red rose corsage choker and swept her raven tresses back into a sleek runway-ready style.
As for makeup, the mother-daughter duo coordinated seamlessly. Letting their outfits do the talking, Heidi and Leni accentuated their natural features with honeyed bronzer, winged eyeliner and nude, frosted lipstick - the latest trend to sweep the internet.
Leni's glamorous outing with her famous mother comes after the teen posed up a storm alongside her musician dad, Seal. On Friday, the 'Kiss from a Rose' hitmaker made a rare public appearance with his four children in tow at The Book of Clarence premiere in LA.
Posing for photos outside the Academy Museum, Seal was all smiles alongside his daughters Leni, Lou, 13, and his sons, Johan, 16, and Henry, who at 18, is already the same height as his dad, standing tall at 6'3.
Also in attendance was Seal's girlfriend Laura Strayer who looked effortlessly chic in an all-black ensemble. Sisters Leni and Lou similarly donned black for the family affair. Lou looked stylish in a strapless dress, while Leni opted for a black leather look complete with cropped trousers, a fitted jacket and a pair of showstopping knee-high boots.
Seal met Heidi when she was just two weeks pregnant with Leni, whose biological father is Italian businessman Flavio Briatore. The singer went on to officially adopt her in 2009.
Despite their split in 2012 and subsequent divorce in 2014, former couple Heidi and Seal have continued to prioritise their children. "I mean, it's never easy," she previously said on Today.
"Obviously when you get married and you have children, you hope for that to last forever. Unfortunately, that was not the case."
She added: "You try to do your best to keep your children as happy as possible and keep them as grounded and loved as possible. But other than that, this is life."
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The Golden Globe Awards may have the glitziest gowns and the most emotional speeches, but sometimes, they can also birth pure internet gold.
Over the past 80 ceremonies, the annual celebration of the best in film and TV has birthed some awkward moments that have made audiences at home squirm and become iconic as time goes by.
As we await the latest Golden Globes ceremony, which will take place this Sunday on January 7, here are some of the most awkward moments in Golden Globes history…
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Leonardo DiCaprio giving Lady Gaga the side-eye
Arguably the moment that popularized the art form of the GIF, when Lady Gaga headed up the stage in 2016 to accept her Globe for her performance in American Horror Story, little did she know it would leave the nearby Leonardo DiCaprio unusually perturbed by her appearance.
Leo clarified, though, that he reacted the way he did because he "just didn't know what was passing" by in an interview with ET that same night.
MORE: Golden Globes 2024: all you need to know including nominations, who's hosting and how to watch
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's failure to launch kiss
While Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban never shy away from the PDA, their celebration for the former's Globe win in 2018 went a little awry when the actress tried to kiss her musician husband, and all she got was the back of his neck by accident.
MORE: Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman look besotted during loved-up reunion in Sydney – see photo
Thankfully, he landed a peck as she walked on stage, and toward the end of her speech, she gushed: "Keith Urban, when my cheek is against yours, everything melts away. And that is love."
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler roasting George Clooney
When eternal bachelor George Clooney married lawyer Amal Alamuddin in 2014, a power couple was born. But not before 2015 Golden Globe hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler got one last dig in.
MORE: Why George and Amal Clooney share a special bond according to expert
During their opening monologue, they said: "Amal is a human rights lawyer who worked on the Enron case, was an adviser to Kofi Annan regarding Syria, and was selected to a three-person U.N. commission investigating rules of war violations in the Gaza Strip. So tonight, her husband is getting a lifetime achievement award." Well!
Emma Stone's awkward three-way congratulatory hug
When Damien Chazelle won Best Screenplay for La La Land in 2017, star Emma Stone got up to give him a hug…at the same time as he went into hug his wife Olivia Hamilton.
This immediately resulted in an awkward three-way hug (while Ryan Gosling slyly watched from behind), although both Emma and Olivia immediately noticed and quickly apologized to each other and shrugged it off.
James Franco stops Tommy Wiseau from taking the mic
In 2018, James Franco won Best Actor for portraying the eccentric Tommy Wiseau in the semi-autobiographical The Disaster Artist, and called the man himself on stage during his speech.
After hugging the actor, Tommy reached for the microphone to deliver a speech of his own, when he was promptly pushed aside by James as his brother and co-star Dave Franco broke into a laugh beside him. It's all good, though, as Tommy later called it a "funny moment."
Ryan Reynolds' beach-ready tan
While this wasn't necessarily an awkward incident to take place on-screen, in 2017, when presenting Best Supporting Actor with Emma Stone (post hug-gate), Ryan Reynolds' appearance sparked reaction.
MORE: Ryan Reynolds' unexpected gift from Blake Lively is branded an 'assault' by bemused actor – details
Specifically, social media users went in on his supposedly intense tan, putting his skin at a few shades more orange than his usual tone, and the Deadpool actor didn't escape the night unscathed.
Jimmy Fallon's teleprompter gaff
Right into the 2017 Globes (that ceremony sure was a doozy, huh?), host Jimmy Fallon experienced some unfortunate yet familiar technical difficulties when his teleprompter failed.
Ever the consummate professional, the late night host immediately acknowledged the problem and continued to monologue his way for the next few minutes, although did fumble about a bit. Thankfully, the problem resolved itself soon, and he thanked his stars that he "didn't trip already."
Renée Zellweger's badly-timed bathroom break
In 2001, Renée Zellweger won Best Actress for her role in Nurse Betty, but when Hugh Grant called out the award, the future two-time Oscar winner was nowhere to be seen. As he comically perused the audience about her whereabouts, even joking she was under the table at one point, he was told she was in the bathroom.
Eventually, a producer asked him to accept on her behalf, but just as he began to, lo and behold, Renée returned, flustered and emotional, quickly explaining that she wanted to remove lipstick from her teeth and launching into her passionate speech.
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We will be seeing a lot of Jo Koy this weekend as he prepares to host the 2024 Golden Globes from the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. But behind the scenes, the stand-up comedian, 52, has raised a lookalike son Joseph, and the father-son duo have the sweetest relationship.
The Haunted Mansion actor shares his 20-year-old son with his former partner Angie King. The star and his son are now down the street from each other in the San Fernando Valley area of California.
Jo has previously spoken about his love for fatherhood. "I love being a dad," he said on Father's Day last year. On his son's 18th birthday, the comedian took to Instagram to pay homage to their close bond saying, "I’ve always said that my life didn’t start until you were born. Now I’m excited to see what your future holds. The world is yours my son and I’ll be right next to you the whole way."
The natural inclination towards public displays of affection is clearly something Joseph has inherited from his father. In 2020 he took to Instagram himself to share a touching black and white photo of the pair of them standing on stage in the full arena during one of Jo's shows. The post was captioned: "Still can’t believe this happened. So proud and so happy u lived out one of ur dreams."
But that doesn't mean that Joseph is exempt from being worked into his dad's stand-up material. Jo said on the Larry King Show in 2019: "My son is just a walking joke for me. If it happens inside these walls that I pay for, I'm going to capitalize, and you’re going to enjoy what we make off of you together."
However, he is sensitive to Joseph's feelings and reassured The Aspen Times that "if he doesn’t want me to talk about it, I won’t. But for the most part, he’s cool with it."
The comedian has previously opened up about co-parenting with his ex-partner and the healthy relationship they have maintained to raise Joseph. Chatting to Kelly Clarkson on her eponymous talk show he said: "We're a loving family and we can work. Just because you’re not married, it doesn't mean you can't be the best of friends. You still have the responsibility to raise this beautiful child together. And it's fun to see my son see his parents happy."
Jo has opened up about the likeness between himself and his son, and it's not just in their looks. It appears the 20-year-old has a sense of humour like his father. During an appearance on River City Live, Jo said of Joseph: "I know he's got a creative mind and he's got a sense for fashion and comedy, and I know that’s the avenue and lane he's going to take after school. So I will be there to help him but in no way am I going to force him or discourage him not to do anything."
Joseph worked in the crew for Jo's 2023 world tour and has even made a TV appearance alongside his dad. In 2022 the pair were seen twice on ABC’s Celebrity Family Feud. Speaking to the show's host Steve Harvey, Jo said: "He's so talented! He's so funny, Steve! And I'm just so honored to be on the road and share these memories with him ‘cause he works with me and he rides with me everywhere."
The duo have also taken to the red carpet together. They were seen looking smiley at the opening night of Here Lies Love on Broadway and Tiffany Haddish's 1st Annual Adult Prom: A Night Under The Stars last year.
Away from the spotlight, the father-son duo have been known to go off traveling together to places including the Philippines to see family, New York, Dubai, and Tokyo.
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Michelle Keegan reentered the spotlight in January following the triumphant launch of her latest Netflix series, Fool Me Once.
In the gripping eight-part drama, Michelle, 36, plays the role of Maya Stern - a newly widowed former military captain and mum-of-one who soon finds herself at the heart of a spine-chilling conspiracy.
As the actress continues to wow on screen, join HELLO! as we take a closer look at some of Michelle's finest moments on the red carpet. Keep scrolling for some sartorial inspiration…
In the pink
Michelle looked radiant in blush pink back in May 2022 as she stepped out to attend the British Academy Television Awards at The Royal Festival Hall. For the prestigious occasion, the actress looked every inch the Grecian goddess in a sweeping gown designed by Zuhair Murad. Completing her outfit, Michelle slipped on a pair of strappy heels by Sophia Webster.
Metallic magic
The Our Girl TV star nailed red carpet glamour in 2020 at the BRIT Awards. Dressed up to the nines, Michelle wowed in a sparkly silver dress from couture bridal designer, Galia Lahav. The brunette beauty looked sensational in her shimmering dress which featured a plunging neckline, statement shoulders and a huge decorative bow around her waist. Skyscraper silver heels and an Atelier Swarovski clutch completed her look.
Red-hot
Making a strong case for monochromatic looks, Michelle seriously impressed us in early 2023 when she debuted a ruby red mini dress for a glitzy hotel launch in Dubai. Crafted by Tayfun Kaba, the star's dress stole the limelight thanks to its unique origami-style neckline. It’s giving Bond Girl - and we're totally here for it. She accessorised with matching arm-length gloves and a golden Bulgari clutch bag.
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All that glitters
At the National Television Awards in 2023, Michelle looked smitten as she posed alongside her husband, Mark Wright. For the special occasion, the Brassic star donned a bewitching black glittery cropped blazer which she teamed with a matching, mermaid skirt. As for accessories, Michelle added pops of silver with her choice of earrings, clutch bag and statement rings.
Colour block beauty
Michelle channelled her inner fashionista at The Fashion Awards in December 2023. Opting for a two-toned dress, the former Corrie star made sure all eyes were on her at the star-studded bash as she posed for snaps in a figure-flattering cream midi dress complete with a black velvet bralette. For an added dose of glamour, the actress paired her garment with a pair of knee-high lace-up boots and a champagne-hued satin bag dripping with chains of diamantes.
Buttercup ball gown
The actress was a vision in buttercup yellow at the British Academy Television Awards in 2018. Looking every inch the Disney princess, Michelle posed up a storm on the red carpet in her sweeping strapless gown complete with a sweetheart neckline and a cinched-in waistline. She let her dress take centre stage by styling her chestnut tresses in a playful updo.
Slinky satin
At the Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Awards in 2016, Michelle looked nothing short of fabulous in a slinky midnight blue evening dress. Her exquisite gown featured a V-shaped neckline, a fitted waistline and a scintillating thigh-high split for some added drama. In a wonderful matchy-matchy moment, Michelle paired her box-shaped snakeskin clutch bag with some vertiginous faux snakeskin heels.
Puffball princess
In 2019, Michelle dazzled in a mini white frou-frou dress at the National Television Awards held at The O2 Arena. The Our Girl star looked phenomenal in her unique Dafna May garment which featured voluminous bardot sleeves, a sweetheart neckline and a sculpting bodice. She accessorised with towering Aldo heels and a box clutch bag with silver hardware.
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Zara and Mike Tindall are lapping up the sunshine on Australia's Gold Coast as they return Down Under for the Magic Millions Polo and Show Jumping 2024 event.
On Sunday, the couple were beaming in photographs captured at the glamorous equestrian event, with Zara proving her sartorial prowess in a sophisticated striped dress from Australian designer, Rebecca Vallance. With puffed sleeves, a cinched waist and flattering A-line skirt, Zara's dress embodied all the hallmarks of vintage glamour.
The royal, 42, teamed her nautical gown with a cream Panama hat adorned with a large black ribbon.
In keeping with her usual effortless beauty glow, a sunkissed Zara let her beachy blonde hair fall into natural waves as she added a glowy bronzer and rosy blush to complete her glam.
Mike, 45, looked equally dapper in crisp white trousers, a navy blazer and matching blue shirt and tie, twinning with his wife as the duo donned cool blue colour palettes.
It's not the first time Zara has stunned in stripes, with the timeless print being a favourite of the royal's. At the Epsom Derby in June 2023, the mother-of-three looked refined in a white shirt-style dress featuring vertical black stripes, half-length rolled-up sleeves and a belted waistline.
One month later, the sporty royal was seen at Wimbledon in a breezy striped shirt dress from royal-favourite brand, ME+EM.
Back in 2021, Zara turned to nautical stripes once again in a navy and white Polo Ralph Lauren striped silk a-line dress - a near exact match to the dress she wore in Australia, minus the contrasting vertical striped hemline and elegant rope belt.
Magic Millions is one of the most anticipated weeks of the year for the royal couple, who have spent a significant amount of time in Australia since their relationship blossomed in the early noughties. Zara and Mike first struck a love chord when they met in Sydney in 2003.
The pair first locked eyes in a bar when Mike was out after being cut from the England World Cup squad and Zara was in Australia for a gap year.
Speaking to The Weekly last year, Mike admitted that if they weren't based in the UK, he and Zara would love to move Down Under. "We've said numerous times if we weren't living in England, we'd love living there," he said.
"Living there isn't realistic because it's so far away from our families but we do love it. We've got a great friendship group in Australia and Zara has one in New Zealand as well. We just love that part of the world and love the pace of life."
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Gemma Atkinson has revealed that Manchester will always be her home, despite previously suggesting a move to Spain could be on the cards for her and Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez and their two children.
Gemma, who met her beau on Strictly, shares two children with Gorka who was born and raised in the North of Spain.
When asked by a fan if she would ever consider leaving Manchester with Gorka and their children, Mia, four, and Thiago, six months, the former Hollyoaks star seemed firm in her response.
"No. I'm too much of a home bird! I've moved house three times since I moved out of my mum's at 17. All within six miles of her house," Gemma wrote on Instagram, adding a laughing emoji.
"I love being near my family and friends and all my local places I grew up with. We are looking at a property over there so we can fly over more often but Manchester will always be my home," she confirmed.
Talks about moving back to Gorka's native country have been shared by the couple in the past, despite apparently coming to an agreement to put a permanent move to Spain on hold.
Back in 2019, when Gemma was pregnant with their first daughter Mia, Gorka took to Instagram to joke about the UK's unpredictable weather when he was caught in a downpour while walking the dogs.
"Told you we need to move to Spain," Gemma replied to her fiancée's post, which sparked an excited reaction from fans at the time.
"Yes, move to Spain, bring your baby up in a wonderful friendly country, oh how I'd love to live in Spain! Great food, sunshine, gorgeous people, Gem you look radiant," replied a fan in the comments.
Since welcoming their second child, Thiago, the couple appear to be more settled than ever as they nest in Manchester and bring up their little ones. The Strictly lovebirds never fail to delight their fans with wholesome photographs of their weekends together when Gorka isn't busy with his dance and filming commitments.
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When asked by a fan if she ever worries about the 'Strictly curse' affecting her and Gorka's relationship, Gemma responded: "Gosh no. It's the last thing I worry about".
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Oti Mabuse has opened up about her post-baby body after returning to work for the first time since welcoming her baby daughter with her husband Marius Iepure.
Oti, who announced her first child's arrival in December, took to her Instagram Stories over the weekend to reveal the changes to her body.
Addressing her followers in a video, the former Strictly Come Dancing professional detailed her first day back teaching at her dance studio. "First day back teaching at the school," she began. "It was so nice to see everyone, all the teachers, the students.
"Guys when I tell you my body has changed. Of course, my body has changed, you know. I pushed a head, two lungs, two eyes, two legs, two arms out but everything is soft," she revealed before detailing the changes she has noticed to her ankles and knees.
"If I go down, you need help to get back up. I would spin and my organs came after me, like behind. But I love it. I don't love it, love it but I love dancing again in the studio with our students and teaching."
The 33-year-old continued: "I missed it and I missed seeing them but it was an experience. I am exhausted now. I had such a great time in the group class and private lessons but my god, I am tired and everything is soft. These knees they don't crack, they are butter!"
Oti and her husband announced the arrival of their first child via social media on Christmas Day. Sharing an adorable family photo showing Oti cradling her baby girl whilst Marius stared adoringly at the newborn, the dancer penned in the caption: "Merry Christmas. Wishing you all a wonderful festive season and special memories with loved ones."
Earlier this year, Oti revealed she was left "traumatised" following a very relatable parenting experience: her daughter's first "poonami" incident.
Taking to Instagram after her baby had an accident outside of her nappy, Oti wrote: "First official poonami. I am traumatised. My parents on the other hand are the happiest grandparents on Earth. I SCREAMED. It came up to her neck. My mom: 'What a beautiful colour of poop.' Me: STRESSED."
Speaking to the camera, she added: "What was that? What just happened?"
Oti first announced that she was expecting her first child back in August. Posting several snaps of Oti and her husband cradling the star's growing baby bump, the Dancing on Ice judge shared her excitement on social media: "Our 'yes' year is getting better and better and so is our little family. We feel finally ready and excited to share our wonderful news. This is new for us scarier than swimming with sharks, jumping off cliffs or even swinging from bridges but the best news we could have ever ask for.
"We love our little bundle of joy so much already… and can't wait to see what our future will now look like as family of 3 plus leo it's been a beautiful journey so far with close friends and family and nearly over but we have learnt a lot a long the way…. Christmas is about to get even louder."
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Penny Lancaster is giving us garden envy with a stunning new photo of her sprawling lawn.
Taking to her Instagram Stories on Sunday, the Loose Women star shared an incredible photo showing her idyllic outdoor space in all its glory as a rainbow shone through the clouds.
The vast outdoor space features a never-ending lawn with perfectly manicured bushes, thriving plants and towering trees. Eagle-eyed fans may also spot marble statues dotted around the grounds, as well as a beautiful white wooden bench towards the back.
While Penny didn't caption the photo, she added a soundtrack of Elvis Presley's 1960 song, 'Pocketful of Rainbows'.
The 52-year-old lives in Essex with her husband, rock star Sir Rod Stewart, and their two sons, Aiden and Alastair.
The couple bought their 10-bedroom, 18th-century mansion back in 2013 but didn't move into the property until 2016.
Through various social media posts, Penny has shared glimpses inside her £4.65 million home. Her lounge, which features a cream and gold color scheme, is beautifully decorated with antique pieces, decadent furniture and gold framed artwork.
As for Penny and Rod's bedroom, the couple opted for a quilted headboard with silk curtains behind it. The room also boasts plenty of amazing lighting features, including fringe bedside lights and vintage wall uplights.
Penny has clearly put a great deal of time and effort into making the family's house a haven for her husband and two boys and often shares insights into their home life online.
Earlier this month, Penny shared a snap from the Stewart's New Year celebrations, showing Rod and his two sons embracing their Scottish heritage whilst wearing traditional tartan kilts for Hogmanay.
In the caption, Penny wrote: "First ever #hogmanay boys are proud of their Scottish heritage. #happynewyear @aidenstew_1888 @alastairwstewart @sirrodstewart."
Just a few weeks earlier, Penny celebrated her eldest son Alastair's 18th birthday. Marking the milestone birthday on Instagram, the proud mum penned: "My beautiful first born son that I had dreamt of for 34 years of my life, came to me as a gift that I have always treasured. Happy 18th birthday. So proud of the wonderful man you have become xxxx @alastairwstewart."
In 2005, Penny and Rod welcomed their first baby Alastair, who arrived two years before the couple tied the knot in a ceremony held at La Cervara near Portofino, Italy.
Then in 2011, after three rounds of IVF, Penny and Rod's family became even bigger when her "miracle" baby, Aiden, was born just before Penny's 40th birthday.
Chatting with HELLO! in an exclusive interview at the time, Penny said: "Aiden is the best birthday present I could have wished for. My family is now complete."
Rod added: "Aiden is our miracle baby."
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I’m going into the new year with a fresh attitude – no more January blues for me, I’m looking ahead and getting things booked to enjoy throughout the year. And that includes a 2024 family holiday with the partner and four-year-old, and according to travel experts, this weekend is the best time to book your 2024 holiday for less. And TUI’s Live Happy sale, now live, is the one everyone is talking about.
The TUI Live Happy sale is always one to watch, and this year it’s a goodie. Offering up to £250 off over 6,000 holidays (yes, you read that right), the offer includes breaks booked for departure between May-October 2024. Just add code SALE, and you’ll save £250 when you spend £2,500 or £100 when you spend £1,000. Plus, book with a £0 deposit and spread payments with Direct Debit.
The trending holidays for 2024 on sale
And that’s not all. Fancy something long-haul? Save an extra £300 on selected long-haul holidays (departing May-October 2024) with your unique code when you spend £2,500. Plus, TUI have gone on record as saying there’s more free kids places than ever – even for trips booked in the school holidays. This is just good maths people!
With all this in mind, I’ve spent hours analysing the TUI holidays on sale, and handpicked the top 7 that have the best ratings on Tripadvisor. I’m talking over 2,000 positive, four-star plus reviews – there’s some popular spots, hidden gems to discover and some bucket list worthy destinations thrown in there too.
How I chose the best TUI holidays on sale
- On sale: No big surprise, these holidays are all in TUI’s big Live Happy January sale.
- Reviews: I’ve combed through the thousands of holidays on sale bring the HELLO! reader those with the best, brightest, most positive reviews. I always think they speak for themselves, and when it comes to a holiday, that’s ever more true.
- Availability: At the time of publication, these holidays all have availability between May-October; obviously, the popular times like school holidays and Bank Holiday dates are most likely to sell out first, so shop quick.
- Best value: I’ve tried to include the holidays that are the best value, with some including extra freebies in the booking like free kids places or complimentary transfers.
Our pick of the TUI sale
The dream holiday destination
- Beachfront setting
- Two restaurants
- Four pools
- Rated 5/5 on Tripadvisor
From stunning sea views to a tropical vibe, this is the holiday for those wanting to experience the traditional side of the island, with local dancers and Mauritian live music entertaining guests every single night.
“We were treated like a king and queen” wrote one holidaymaker.
“Highly recommended, will be coming again” wrote another.
“Unique and unforgettable” said another review.
The resort with a water park
- Eight restaurants
- Waterpark
- Right by the beach
- Rated 5/5 on Tripadvisor
This hotel is just the thing for those that love the water, from the on-site waterpark to the six pools, ranging from laidback sea-facing pools to ones with a swim-up bar and kids pools too. Beach for you? There’s a private area just for hotel guests. Bliss.
“This is our third stay at this fantastic resort. You won’t be disappointed,” said one review.
“An exceptional place! Absolutely amazing staff, beautiful and spotlessly clean rooms, and wow, the facilities!” commented another holidaymaker.
“Have rebooked for next year, we loved it that much,” another exclaimed.
The swanky Cypriot all-inclusive
- Right by a Blue Flag beach
- 4 pools, including an infinity pool, plus a kids pool
- 3 bars
- Rated 5/5 on Tripadvisor
There’s some postcodes you just have to visit, and this hotel is said to be located on the best in Cyprus – it’s situated right by a sandy, Blue Flag beach, and take a five minute stroll along the scenic seafront and you’ll be right in the middle of a stylish harbour, packed with boutiques, bars and restaurants.
“A beautiful hotel in a very good location facing the sea, a great beach and pools, very tasty breakfast and friendly, helpful staff” reads a review.
“Beautifully positioned and with an air of comfort and establishment” wrote another.
“Fantastic experience” summed up a recent holidaymaker.
The adults-only hotel
- Adults-only hotel
- Next to a beautiful sandy beach
- 2 bars, a restaurant and a buffet restaurant
- Rated 5/5 on Tripadvisor
Fancy an adults-only, beachside paradise that’s only a few hours plane ride from the UK? Ditch the kids and head to this Majorca resort with its sleek pool scene, restaurants close-by and waterside bars at Alcudia Marina.
At the hotel itself, you’re spoilt for choice with hot tubs, roomy sun terraces, and plenty of outdoor space to chill out in.
“A great hotel, with super friendly staff, clean rooms – we’re coming back to this hotel!” one reviewer raved.
“An enjoyable Majorcan holiday, and the hotel was outstanding” another holidaymaker said.
“This place is an amazing deal, with a great location” another reviewer wrote.
We hope you love the products within this article created in collaboration with our brand partner TUI. Our team of expert editors and writers has independently selected the inclusions for this promotional piece. We will receive compensation for this article, and commission when you click on the links or purchase. Prices accurate and items in stock at time of publication.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales are some of the most recognised people on the planet, but in their first flush of romance, the royal lovebirds were just like any twenty-something sweethearts, enjoying nights out, graduating, and celebrating birthdays with friends.
In April, Prince William and Princess Kate will mark their 13th wedding anniversary, though the couple dated for almost a decade before their engagement.
A sweet moment from the couple's courting days in their early twenties has recirculated online, and in the rare PDA moment, a young Kate Middleton steals a kiss from Prince William as they enjoy a picnic in Beaufort Polo Club.
The photograph in question was captured on 21 June 2008, on Prince William's 26th birthday, reshared by Instagram page @princesscatherineofwales.
The future King, his then-girlfriend Kate, Prince Harry, and a group of friends rallied together in the rain to watch the Williams De Broe Polo test match at the Beaufort Polo Club - and to toast William's 26th birthday.
In a time capsule from the noughties, It girl Kate wears low rise black jeans, an oversized navy knit jumper and a baseball cap, letting her tumbling brunette hair fall past her shoulders in natural, bushy curls.
"The first picture is one of their sweetest together," penned a fan, as another wrote: "A couple who laugh together stay together."
Nearly two decades on from their rainy, yet romantic picnic, the Prince and Princess of Wales rarely engage in public displays of affection.
HELLO!'s Royal Editor Emily Nash explains on A Right Royal Podcast that when the royals are in public on an engagement, they're usually working, so it's not considered appropriate from them to show affection to each other in the way a 'normal' couple may do. Keep listening to find out more…
While royal fans may never see the couple kiss in public again, they do occasionally engage in small affectionate moments that send royal onlookers swooning. On their royal tour of the Caribbean in March 2022, William and Kate were seen holding hands as they arrived at an evening reception in The Bahamas.
Take a look back at the sweet moment in the clip below…
During a recent outing in October 2023, Prince William gently brushed something off his wife's face. The moment was picked up by royal watchers, who couldn't help but comment on William's gesture.
"He’s a true gent always," one remarked. "So sweet and caring!" another agreed.
A third added: "Always there for each other."
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Kelly Stafford, the wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, couldn't have been more apologetic as she opened up about her "rude" behavior on a flight.
The podcast host took to Instagram where she let fans know about the incident on the Delta airlines flight, explaining her behavior which she felt may not have painted her in the best light.
"Anyone on my delta flight that just landed…" she wrote to introduce the message on her story.
Kelly continued: "I am so sorry if I was rude while deplaning. So many tried to help with all my girls, it was so kind of y'all to offer." With husband Matthew, she shares four daughters who it seems had also been on the flight. Their daughters are: identical twins Sawyer and Chandler, six, Hunter, five, and Tyler, four.
Any parent would know that it can be tricky enough on a flight with multiple young children, but the reason why she had struggled with the situation, it turned out, was because she had been ill.
"After already throwing up on the flight a couple of times.. I needed to get off before I threw up on anyone", she confessed. "I hate feeling like I was being rude and I'm sorry for that."
She then reassured people that her "infection" was "not contagious" but had taken a "serious toll" on her.
Fans may have worried, as it feels like not long ago Kelly was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. In 2019 she revealed the emotional diagnosis on Instagram, explaining she would be undergoing surgery to remove an acoustic neuroma.
She wrote: "Within the last year, I began to notice things that I thought was just me getting older … Things that I had been doing my entire life were now, all of a sudden, difficult," she explained, such as vertigo.
"We found the best doctor to do it", she carried on, confessing: "I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t completely terrified of brain surgery. I am. I am terrified of them opening my head, I’m terrified of losing my hearing, I’m terrified of losing facial function, I’m terrified of far worse things that could happen and I’m terrified that I won’t take the time I need to recover because the guilt I might feel of being absent from my kids for too long."
That same month, Kelly announced that she had undergone a 12-hour operation to remove the brain tumor and was in recovery. Originally the operation was meant to only take six hours, but after the surgeon found an "abnormal" vein in her skull, the procedure took longer than expected.
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Cameron Diaz's rep has released a statement after her name was mentioned in unsealed court documents from a 2015 court case against Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell.
The statement made it clear that the actress "never met Jeffrey Epstein, nor was she ever in the same place as him or had any association with him whatsoever".
It continued: "... regardless of the fact he may or may not have mentioned her name or implied that he knew her."
Documents unsealed on January 4th saw that an interview with accuser Johanna Sjoberg had alleged in a deposition that the late financier had "name-dropped" several celebrities, including Cameron, Bruce Willis, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Cate Blanchett.
When asked about a "press report that said you had met Cate Blanchett or Leonardo DiCaprio", Sjoberg explained that Epstein would mention A-Listers during massages.
"When I was massaging him [Epstein], he would be on the phone a lot of the time, and one time he said 'Oh that was Leonardo, or 'That was Cate Blanchett, or Bruce Willis. That kind of thing".
Sjoberg was also asked if she had met Cameron via Epstein, which she denied. She was not accused of involvement in any of the crimes, or of any wrongdoing.
The disgraced financier consorted with many rich and powerful people, who have been namechecked in the unsealed documents.
Former presidents Donald Trump and Bill Clinton are mentioned, as well as the late physicist Stephen Hawking, Michael Jackson and magician David Copperfield.
The magician reportedly performed magic tricks at dinner in one of Epstein's houses and asked Sjoberg if she was "aware that girls were getting paid to find other girls".
250 documents are set to be unsealed in batches over the coming dates, eight years after the initial civil court case between Virginia Giuffre and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Senior District Judge Lorette Preska ruled that the documents could now come to light, years after they were first put under court-ordered seal, as many people named in the lawsuit had already been publicly identified by the media or in Maxwell's trial.
The Southern District Court of New York judge added that others "did not raise an objection" to the release of the files.
While many new names are being revealed, some will remain sealed as they belong to child victims.
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Victoria Beckham sparked a fan reaction at the weekend as she shared a glimpse inside her luxurious skincare routine.
Taking to Instagram on Sunday, the 49-year-old uploaded an image of herself rocking a stylish robe adorned with a geometric pattern. In the photo, fashion mogul VB could be seen relaxing on a freshly-made bed with her never-ending legs on full display.
But while her sculpted physique got fans talking, it was Victoria's very unusual LED face mask which really set the internet alight. Designed to tackle multiple skin concerns from acne to hyperpigmentation, the former Spice Girl could be seen wearing a fancy, cylindrical mask which she attempts to use "every night".
Alongside her photo, the star wrote: "MORE IS MORE WITH MY SKINCARE ROUTINE! From LED lights to dermaplaning and masking, my skincare routine is extensive! I'm wearing my signature VB Chain Robe! For my full @VictoriaBeckhamBeauty skincare routine, check out my stories."
Fans and friends raced to the comments section to share their thoughts, with one writing: "Your skin is AMAZING! You can tell you take care of it!" while another chimed in: "Love this! Which LED mask are you using?"
One confused fan wrote: 'My first thought was 'Why have you got a lampshade on your head?'", and another quipped: "You look like a fabulous lampstand".
This isn't the first time Victoria has shared a sneak peek inside her lavish skincare routine. Back in April, the 'Wannabe' hitmaker gushed over one particular product that she seemingly can't live without - her very own Cell Rejuvenating Power Serum.
After launching her eponymous beauty line in 2019, VB enlisted the expertise of biomedical scientist and regenerative medicine expert Augustinus Bader to create skin products worth shouting about. And her Cell Rejuvenating Power Serum is what she calls: "[her] must-have skincare!!"
In a post shared to Instagram, Victoria shared: "The @VictoriaBeckhamBeauty Cell Rejuvenating Power Serum and Priming Moisturizer combine @AugustinusBader's incredible TFC8 science with a host of clean, active ingredients to help smooth, hydrate, firm and lift the skin – all whilst helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles."
When she's not busy building on her fashion and beauty line, Victoria relishes spending time with her husband David and their four children: Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper. And while the family own a plethora of fancy abodes around the world, VB and her brood travelled to the Bahamas in December to celebrate the festive season. Take a look in the video below...
During their vacation, Victoria delighted fans when she shared a clip of herself dancing on the beach with her daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz. Beaming, the duo were all smiles as they frolicked on the sandy shore with the sun setting behind them. Bliss.
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Mary Lou Retton shocked the nation when she was sent to the ICU due to a rare form of pneumonia in October, and now she's finally sharing her side of the story.
The 55-year-old retired gymnast gave her first interview since her hospitalization to Today Show anchor Hoda Kotb, which airs in full on Monday, January 8.
A preview clip from the interview saw Retton sit down with Hoda and her eldest daughter Shayla Schrepfer in their home in Boerne, Texas, where she has been recuperating after spending a month in the ICU.
Hoda commented on the celebrated athlete's state of vulnerability, given she was also using a portable oxygen machine to breathe while her lungs recover, and Retton replied: "Very much so.
"I'm very private and to come out and talk about it…Usually my interviews are 'Oh yes, it felt great to win the Olympics!'"
WATCH: I'm a former Olympian and this is how to reset your career path
She commented on the severity of the disease while still trying to keep her spirits high as her daughter, 28, sat by her and offered her support.
"This is serious, and this is life, and I'm so grateful to be here," she told the mother-of-two. "I am blessed to be here because there was a time when they were about to put me on life support."
Retton's four daughters, Shayla, 26-year-old McKenna, 23-year-old Skyla, and 21-year-old Emma, first shared news of their mother's diagnosis through crowdfunding platform Spotfund, encouraging fans to donate towards their mother's hospital stay while revealing she was uninsured.
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Shayla shared updates on her social media page as well, revealing at one point that the sisters had been asked to "prepare for the worst" while updating fans on her rollercoaster journey toward recovery.
Finally, late into October, the five-time Olympic medalist returned home after nearly a month in the ICU, and shared her first statement on October 30 on her Instagram page.
"I'm beyond blessed to have the opportunity to make this statement," she penned. "I am overwhelmed with all the love and support from the world as I fight. I am forever grateful to you all!
MORE: Simone Biles confirms gymnastics comeback after two years, Olympics return
"I'm with family continuing to slowly recover and staying very positive as I know this recovery is a long and slow process," Retton continued. "I appreciate everyone's respect of my privacy at this time."
She concluded by saying: "When the time is right, I will be sharing more information about my health issues and hope I can help others who may face the same battle as me. I love you all."
Retton took to her social media page in November on Thanksgiving to share her gratitude for her family and fans as she continues to heal at home with the support of loved ones.
"As we gather to celebrate this Thanksgiving, my heart is overflowing with profound gratitude. I want to express how truly blessed and thankful I am to be slowly improving and to be home with my girls, especially after my time in the hospital," she wrote.
"On this day of giving thanks, I am reminded of the preciousness of life, the love that surrounds me, and the resilience of the human spirit. Each one of you has played a significant role in my journey, and for that, I am eternally grateful."
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Congratulations are in order for Halle Bailey and DDG, who welcomed their first child together in the final few days of 2023!
The actress and singer, 23, and her YouTuber and rapper boyfriend, 26, announced the birth on Saturday, January 6 with a sweet photo of their new baby boy holding his parents' hands.
In fact, they used a pretty luxe way to reveal his name, emblazoning it on a gold bracelet for everyone to see – Halo.
"Even though we're a few days into the new year, the greatest thing that 2023 could have done for me, was bring me my son… welcome to the world my Halo! The world is desperate to know you," she penned alongside the sweet picture.
She was inundated with the sweetest messages from her famous friends, including Halle Berry, who commented: "Congratulations, Halle. Welcome to motherhood and welcome to the world baby Halo."
Nicki Minaj added: "Welcome to earth, Halo. We've been expecting you. Congrats, mama!" while Rachel Zegler wrote: "Welcome baby halo!!!!! and congratulations beautiful mama," and doting dad DDG simply said: "Super mom," with a slew of heart emojis.
The Disney star kept her pregnancy private, with the couple never explicitly announcing that they were expecting, although fans believed that they were based on Halle's recent red carpet appearances.
Most notably, her public appearances at the premiere for Beyoncé's Renaissance concert film in Beverly Hills in November alongside sister Chloe, and at The Color Purple's world premiere in LA in December allowed her to effectively hide her growing bump with roomy fashions.
MORE: Halle Bailey looks incredible in mermaid-style micro bikini
For the Renaissance event, she hit up the silver carpet in a chic furry black blazer that was styled as a mini dress with a waist-cinching detail, paired with black sparkly boots and her hair styled into voluminous curls.
For the premiere of The Color Purple, she wore a gorgeous flamenco-inspired red dress from Off White, featuring layered ruffles that swept behind her, hitting her chest high above her waist and petering out into a halter neck.
SEE: Halle Bailey showcases toned legs in latex boots in revealing new snap
2023 proved to be a huge year for the star, who ventured into a new career as a solo artist and actress outside of her identity with Chloe x Halle with her sister.
She released her debut solo single, "Angel," which is currently nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song, and starred in the box office smash, the live action remake of The Little Mermaid.
MORE: The Little Mermaid remake: everything you need to know
Halle followed that up with a starring turn in the recently released musical remake of The Color Purple, where she plays a young Nettie, the character embodied by Fantasia Barrino.
She received positive notices for her performance and the film has already emerged as a success, garnering critical acclaim, grossing over $50 million at the box office in a little over a week of release, and garnering nominations for Golden Globe Awards and Critics' Choice Awards.
RELATED: Golden Globes 2024: HELLO!'s predictions for who will take home the top film prizes
The R&B songstress reflected on her year before announcing Halo's birth with a round-up post on social media, in which she penned: "Wow, 2023 is a year I will never ever forget!"
"Looking back on this year I can't believe this is my life, I'm so thankful to God, also thankful to all of you for your unwavering support. Let's bring in this new year stronger than ever, life is what we make it."
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While Zara, 42, keeps much of her private life under wraps, she's occasionally joined by her brood at key royal events such as the Christmas day walkabout and the King's coronation.
Keep scrolling for the mother-of-three's sweetest photos with her youngest daughter Lena who recently stole the show in Sandringham alongside her sister Mia.
Festive fun
Little Lena appeared to have a blast back in December as she joined her parents and her elder sister Mia in Sandringham for the annual Christmas Day service held at St Mary Magdalene Church. After the service, the youngster looked so sweet as she paused by a set of steps and clasped on to her mother’s hand. For the festive occasion, the five-year-old was dressed in a woollen camel overcoat complete with a tutu-inspired hemline and an asymmetrical collar. On her head, meanwhile, Lena wore a woven ballerina pink hairband. Adorable.
A family affair
Zara's youngest daughter Lena melted hearts in April last year when she walked hand-in-hand with her mother at the Easter Sunday Mattins Service. On their way to the event held at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Lena looked so endearing as she walked alongside her parents and her sister Mia. Echoing her mother's sensational hot pink midi dress, five-year-old Lena charmed royal well-wishers with her pretty floral dress and mint-green headband.
Christmas twins
Back in 2022, Lena and Zara twinned in crimson as they pounded the pebble path towards St Mary Magdalene Church. While Lena looked cherubic in a garnet-hued coat, Zara exuded sophistication in a sleek herringbone coat which she paired with a burgundy button hat to match her daughter's outfit.
A tender moment
Zara looked every inch the doting mother back in 2019 at the Festival of British Eventing which is held annually on Princess Anne's sprawling Gatcombe Park estate. During the sporting event, Zara enjoyed a tender bonding moment with her little girl, pausing to kiss Lena on the cheek. How sweet!
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Platinum Jubilee buddies
During the late Queen's spectacular Platinum Jubilee pageant, the likes of Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte, Prince George relished their time in the stands with Zara and Mike's two eldest children. In a candid moment royal fans may have missed, Zara could be seen sweetly tending to her daughter amid the festivities.
Fun in the sun
The 23rd in line for the British throne appeared to relish her time in the sun last August at the Festival of British Eventing. Amid the sporting extravaganza, Zara took a break from her equestrian duties to play a game of hook-a-duck with her two youngest children. The trio appeared to have a blast as they got stuck in with the classic fairground stall game - and it goes without saying, Lena and Lucas stole the show in their matching leaf print puddlesuits.
Race day cuddles
Zara looked so sweet back in April 2022 as she appeared to console Lena at the Barefoot Retreats Burnham Market International Horse Trials. While Zara looked ready to race in her smart navy equestrian gear, Lena melted hearts in navy jeans and frilled grey top.
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King Charles was in high spirits as he attended the Sunday morning church service at Sandringham in Norfolk on Sunday.
The monarch could be seen wrapped up warm in a long tan winter coat as he headed to St Mary Magdalene Church.
The 75-year-old was also pictured laughing and chatting with families waiting for the King's arrival behind the rope line. In one touching photo, he spoke with two young boys who were sitting in a mini Land Rover which featured the number plate "W1LL1AM".
While Charles is usually accompanied by Queen Camilla on his church outings, his wife was not pictured during the visit. Instead, Charles was joined by Lady Susan Hussey, the former lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth II. He was later seen being greeted by The Reverend Canon Dr Paul Williams ahead of the Sunday service.
It came after King Charles and Queen Camilla attended the New Year's Eve service last week, as well as the traditional church service on Christmas Day, along with several other members of the royal family.
The Sandringham estate no doubt holds a special place in the King's heart as the late Queen regularly attended Sunday services whilst staying there.
Charles' latest church visit marks the first time he has been seen since Prince Andrew was named in the US court documents pertaining to Jeffrey Epstein.
In the unsealed documents, which related to the disgraced financier's sexual abuse, more than 100 people were named, although many of them are not accused of any wrongdoing.
Prince Andrew was named multiple times and in one document is accused of groping a woman's breast in 2001. Buckingham Palace has previously said the allegations are "categorically untrue", and the Duke of York has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
In 2022, Prince Andrew reached an out-of-court settlement with Virginia Giuffre after she claimed he sexually assaulted her when she was 17. Andrew said that he had never met Giuffre and denied her allegations.
In May 2020, following criticism over his association with Epstein, Andrew resigned from public roles. Then in January 2022, the Prince was stripped of his military roles and use of the HRH title.
MORE: Prince Andrew is staying put at Royal Lodge after months of speculation – report
Despite renewed attention over Prince Andrew's association with Epstein, 2024 is set to be an exciting year for King Charles, who is making his first trip to Australia and New Zealand as monarch.
The visit will reportedly take place in October when King Charles and Queen Camilla attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa.
While Buckingham Palace has yet to formally announce the visit, a government spokesman told The Australian newspaper that "the prime minister enjoys a warm relationship with the King and looks forward to welcoming His Majesty to Australia later this year".
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Radiating confidence and effortless style, Sophie Hermann is going into 2024 with a renewed sense of excitement about the future. And in her most personal interview and photoshoot yet, she tells HELLO! why that is.
The 36-year-old entrepreneur, influencer and former Made in Chelsea star recently froze her eggs to help her dream of being a mother one day become a reality. “This was honestly the best decision of my life,” Sophie says of the process that enables eggs to be collected, frozen and then fertilised in the future using techniques such as IVF.
“It gave me a whole new sense of self-empowerment. I’m a hopeless romantic, so I don’t want to settle for anyone who’s not worth matching with my precious DNA,” says the famously candid star, who is single at the moment.
Indeed, taking steps to future-proof her fertility has given Sophie a fresh perspective when it comes to finding love. “I’m even more picky now, which is probably not the best!” she quips.
For now, she is relishing her duties as godmother to fellow TV star Victoria Baker-Harber’s daughter Gaia, three, as well as baby Cosima Locke-Locke, the seven-month-old daughter of her friends and former Made in Chelsea co-stars Ollie and Gareth.
Sophie first burst on to our TV screens in 2013 in the sixth series of the reality show, joining the cast at the same time as Sam Thompson, winner of last year’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!. And the star has always known that she wants children of her own. “Someone has to be a little Hermannator,” she says with a laugh.
The process is something Sophie had been considering for a while. “I think the first time I ever talked about it was on Made in Chelsea five years ago,” she says. “I started crying because my sister was going to get engaged, and I felt as though time was slipping through my fingers and I was – and still am – nowhere near ready to have a child, nor do I have a partner I could envision that with. I wanted freedom and options, but I had no idea where to start, so I kept putting it off.”
Then, a few months ago, a “universe intervention” led to Sophie meeting Sarita Stefani, the co-founder of fertility platform Amilis, in a pub in Notting Hill. “I thought: ‘Oh my God – this is the moment it’s all going to happen,” Sophie recalls. Amilis, a free platform that helps women make informed decisions about whether egg-freezing is right for them, was co-founded by Sarita and Yasmin Baba in 2022.
Explaining how she came to set up Amilis, Sarita says: “I froze my eggs three years ago, and like many women, I started with a Google search. It’s so important to find the right clinic and doctors for you, but every time you walk into a clinic, you spend a fortune.” Adds Yasmin: “We partner with clinics to provide free 15-minute consultations with a fertility specialist. Over 80% of women who freeze their eggs are single, so Amilis likes to be the best friend holding your hand.” And that’s what happened when Amilis helped Sophie find a fertility clinic – The Evewell West London, where she began the egg-freezing process with its medical director, consultant gynaecologist and fertility specialist Ed Coats. “Egg freezing takes roughly two weeks,” Ed says. “A patient will come into the clinic, as Sophie did, and have a fertility assessment. Based on ovarian – or egg – reserve, we put patients on a regime of medications for two weeks, culminating in an egg-collection procedure.”
The star is sharing her story in the hope of breaking down a taboo that often surrounds women’s fertility. “I think there is a lot to be done in the health system to make it more affordable for women, because it is an expensive process,” she says. Ed agrees, adding that “be proactive” is his main advice. “That doesn’t necessarily mean: ‘Go and have your eggs frozen.’ But seeing a specialist can help you map out your future,” he says. “As you get older, the proportion of ‘abnormal’ eggs accelerates, so the technique is best done the younger you are.”
Although Sophie has frozen her eggs to give herself the possibility of having children further down the line, the process can also work for those with medical conditions or treatments that may affect fertility, as well as transgender people wishing to preserve their fertility.
Reflecting on what type of mother she’d like to be one day, Sophie says her own mum Stephanie is her inspiration. “I think I would be similar to my own mum, who is an uber-mother,” she says, proudly.
For more information, visit amilis.co.uk
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What started off as a “dream come true” for Stacey Solomon as she jet set to Jamaica with her husband Joe Swash and their five children for Christmas, turned into a nightmare after the Loose Women star was taken to hospital.
Explaining her ‘absence’ on social media to her doting 5.8 million Instagram followers, Stacey, 34, detailed the moment her family holiday took a turn for the worse when she suddenly came down with flu-like symptoms and a dangerously high temperature.
The Sort Your Life Out presenter recalled her husband Joe returning from dinner with the kids and instantly calling Stacey’s mum and sister for advice after realising his wife “looked a mess”. Find out more in the clip below...
The former X Factor star’s sister, Jemma, who is medically trained, then rushed to her side to assess the situation.
“I know it’s something serious when my sister comes into the room. Where she’s a nurse, she wouldn’t bother. She’s very much like ‘you’re fine’ unless you’re not fine,” Stacey explained.
Despite Jemma’s involvement, the star’s temperature was only getting higher, which resulted in her being rushed to the hospital for an IV and further tests.
“It doesn’t feel real. Have you ever had an experience where you think, did that even happen to me?” Stacey told her Instagram followers.
Luckily, the star was able to return to the UK after spending a night in hospital, but spent the majority of the 10-hour flight sleeping. “Now, I’m just going to listen to my body and let myself get well,” she said.
The mother-of-five didn’t share her exact diagnosis with fans, but did admit she “never wants to be in that situation again.”
Stacey spent a glowing few weeks on sun-drenched beaches with her family over the Christmas break after surprising them with a holiday. "A special Christmas. For the first time ever we got to surprise our families for Christmas," Stacey said. "Never felt more grateful & lucky.
"Not in my wildest dreams did I ever think I'd be able to do this. 20 of us, 10 hours later & we have made it to paradise. Merry Christmas Everyone. Lots of love from ALL of us."
Stacey didn’t fail to keep her doting fans updated from the sandy shores of Jamaica. In her most recent post, the sun-kissed star was likened to Pamela Anderson as she posed in a cherry-red Baywatch-inspired bikini gifted to her by her husband.
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Fans couldn't get their heads around one detail as Gwen Stefani showed them her gardening plans for 2024.
The Voice judge, 54, took to Instagram to share with fans an insight into her hobby. She captioned the video: "2024 is blooming already" with a smiley face and floral emoji.
"Got ready to do a little gardening, just redoing these beds," she said pointing to her roses.
The singer picked up some peonies and said "these are very incredible and I've never done them. They take 10 years to mature so I'll see you in 10 years."
Gwen fast-forwarded through the process of planting in a montage, giving fans an insight into her beautiful blooming garden. She pruned plants and dug roots up, getting her hands dirty in the process.
It seemed to be a family endeavor as one of her three sons waved across the garden and it even looked like her husband, country singer Blake Shelton, made an appearance as she showed off the blossoming flowers.
But fans couldn't believe how long Gwen's acrylic nails were as she got stuck into the muddy hobby.
"The talent it must take to do any amount of gardening with those nails is mystifying", one fan commented, shocked at the long, square-cut acrylics with black and white floral tips.
Another added: "Not slamming her at all but how in the world do you garden with nails that long?"
It seemed that fans were utterly in awe of her for it, as one observed: "The fact that she does gardening with those nails makes me love her even more".
It seems that acrylic nails won't get in the way of green thumbs, as gardening is notoriously therapeutic. Gwen's fans shared their own love of gardening with her as they couldn't help but love watching her on her journey.
"Gardening is so therapeutic", one gushed. "Gorgeous!!! Love watching the gardens mature."
Another explained that their own peonies were over 10 years old now, adding a tip for "new peony planters" like Gwen. "The ants are normal and help the plants bloom, so just welcome them when they come".
"I love this", one person exclaimed. "Let me know if I can send you some specialty dahlia tubers in the spring."
It seems Gwen has gathered a community of gardeners, looking forward to following her on her green thumbed journey.
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Call the Midwife star Natalie Quarry has revealed the support she received from her co-star Helen George during her first "birth" scene in the new season of the BBC period drama.
The popular series, which returns to BBC One on Sunday night with season 13, follows a group of nuns, midwives and nurses working at Nonnatus House in the east London district of Poplar.
Natalie plays newcomer Rosalind Clifford, who arrives at Nonnatus House as a part of its new midwifery training scheme. Chatting with HELLO! and other journalists ahead of the new series, the actress spoke about a memorable moment from filming.
"I think my first birth was a lot," she said. "It was my second week, it was really intense. It was scary but I think that's a moment that I'll remember very fondly of being truly a baptism of fire for me, as well as for Rosalind."
When asked if she was prepared for the scene, she responded: "No, I was like, 'Oh my god, I'm going to have to do a birth, that's really scary!'. But everyone was so great on the day."
Praising her co-star Helen, who has played Trixie Franklin since series one, she added: "Obviously, Helen knows so much about doing births that I very much leaned on her a lot of the time."
Landing a role on the show was particularly special for Natalie, who has been a fan of the drama for years. "I used to be a fan of the show when I was a teenager and watched it with my family, so it's such a weird full circle moment to come and be in the show.
"I remember my first day coming in, walking up to Nonnatus House and being like, 'Oh my gosh!'," she revealed, adding: "For me, that was really special."
SEE: The cast of Call the Midwife cast and their real-life children
Natalie isn't the only fresh face on the streets of Poplar in the new series. Renee Bailey has also joined the house as fellow student midwife, Joyce Highland, a "hardworking, fiercely bright" pupil from Trinidad who hides a traumatic past.
Speaking about the new characters, writer and creator Heidi Thomas OBE said: "Newcomers Joyce and Rosalind arrive with much to learn, and much to give. And yet even as man prepares to walk on the moon, we see them grappling with life's eternal questions. Who are we? What is love? And where do we belong?"
Elsewhere in the series, which is set in 1969, the Nonnatus House family face more complex medical and personal situations as more babies are being born in hospital than ever before.
Fans can also expect to see Trixie and her new husband Matthew Aylward [Olly Rix] face difficult times as they are hit with "severe financial challenge".
According to writer Heidi, the couple's marriage takes an "unexpected and dramatically rich turn" as they embark on a new chapter in their lives.
"They suffer severe financial challenge which is not something they were expecting and it both deepens their relationship and challenges it," Heidi teased.
Call the Midwife series 13 begins on Sunday 7 January on BBC One at 8pm.
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The Golden Globe Awards have produced moments that are iconic, hilarious, unexpectedly awkward (you can check those out here), and even very emotional.
As we count down to the 2024 81st annual Golden Globe Awards, slated to air tonight on January 7, it's time we look back on some of the moments from the awards ceremony that tugged on heartstrings.
Here are five of the most emotional moments in Golden Globe history, from tear-jerking acceptance speeches to trophy giveaways…
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King Charles has left his Sandringham estate for Balmoral following the church service at St Mary Magdalene Church.
The monarch hopped on a plane and flew to the Scotland estate just hours after attending the Sunday morning service.
Charles was spotted waving to crowds after leaving the church on Sunday and spent some time chatting with families waiting for the royal behind the rope line. In one sweet moment, the King spoke with Simon and Georgina Ward and their sons William and Oliver, with the young boys sitting in a mini Land Rover with the number plate "W1LL1AM".
The royals often journey to Balmoral to enjoy some downtime, with the estate acting as a home for the family during their annual summer holiday.
King Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to spend the next few weeks at Birkhall on the Balmoral estate. According to The Telegraph, the couple will also visit the Castle of Mey, which is the former home of his late grandmother, during their time in Scotland.
Charles' journey to Balmoral marks a significant departure from royal tradition as his mother, the late Queen, would usually stay in Norfolk throughout January to commemorate her ascension to the throne and the passing of her father, George VI, who died in 1952 after suffering from lung cancer.
Birkhall is a favourite residence of Charles and holds fond memories, including his proposal to Camilla in 2005, as well as their honeymoon.
During an interview with Country Life, Charles spoke about his love for the estate and his desire to maintain the garden's legacy.
"It is such a special place, particularly because it was made by my grandmother. It is a childhood garden, and all I've done, really, is enhance it a bit," he said.
Charles also spent the majority of the Covid-19 lockdown at Birkhall, during which he opened the new NHS Nightingale hospital in London remotely via a video link from the Drawing Room.
The monarch inherited the 53,000-acre estate from his grandmother when she died in 2002, and often spends his summers there with Camilla.
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Blue Ivy has a lot to celebrate today as she turns 12 today, especially as in the past year she has really stepped into the limelight.
With parents like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, it was guaranteed that Blue Ivy was one day going to be a star. She became the youngest person ever to chart on the Billboard charts after her dad included her gurgling and crying on the single 'Glory', released two days after her birth.
Since then, Blue's personality had stood out in appearances at award ceremonies, her parents' performances and even while sitting courtside at the basketball.
But in 2023 she reached a new level of fame as she took on an important role in her mom's Renaissance World Tour as a backing dancer. In the space of a year Blue has grown into an incredible performance and Beyoncé's fans have been able to see her amazing progress.
Here are her best photos from over the years.
Blue Ivy, aged two, at the VMAs
Early on, one of the most iconic public appearances Blue Ivy made was when her dad took her onstage at Beyoncé's outstanding performance at the VMAs.
This was during Beyoncé's legendary self-titled era, and the superstar had just ended by performing 'XO' - an earnest love song. As Jay brought their two year old daughter onstage, there wasn't a dry eye in the house. Particularly as Beyoncé looked overcome with joy not just from an impressive performance, but being able to show her daughter what she does for a living.
Spending time with her dad in a field, aged three
Nowadays it's well known that Jay-Z has a particularly close relationship with his daughter. But back in 2015, Beyoncé first cemented this fact by showing the two on Instagram having fun in a field.
Blue can be seen running to her dad, who is beaming with both arms ready to catch her and hold her.
Sitting courtside with mom and dad, aged five
Most often you'll find Blue Ivy sitting courtside at the basketball, as it seems Jay and Bey got her hooked from a young age. She could be seen sitting between the music legends, and since then it seems to have become a way of bonding with her dad.
Getting to spend time with her grandmother Tina Knowles-Lawson
Tina Knowles-Lawson can safely call herself the proud mom of not just one, but two incredibly talented musicians in the form of Beyoncé and Solange. But she is also incredibly proud of her granddaughter Blue.
Around Blue's 11th birthday, her grandmother shared a heartfelt tribute to her, saying: "You can sing dance, play basketball, play volleyball, paint draw, sculpt, sew, write poetry, write songs, create, act, play the piano!"
She continued, "I could not ask for a better granddaughter Ms. Blue Ivy Carter! I could not be more blessed, grateful, and completely in love with another human."
Showing off her personality at the Grammys
Back in 2018 at only six years old, Blue showed the world that she had buckets of personality as she sat with her mom and dad.
The six year old created one of the year's biggest memes when she told her parents to take their excitement down a tad. At the time Camila Cabello was giving a speech about the importance of immigrants in American society, which Beyoncé and Jay-Z applauded. Yet after a few moments of applause, their daughter turned to them and seemed to signal to them to stop their theatrics.
Supporting her mom at The Lion King premiere
When Beyoncé made a rare return to acting in 2019, as she voiced Nala, she brought along daughter Blue to the world premiere.
The seven year old certainly looked stylish in the long black blazer-like dress over a white shirt, with elaborate looking braided hair. She proved she meant business, as she twinned her mom's own embellished blazer-like dress. The two held hands as they walked down the red carpet together.
Stealing the show on the Renaissance World Tour
At 11 years old, Blue Ivy showed her star caliber as she surprised fans across the world by making an appearance onstage at the Renaissance World Tour. It was arguably Beyoncé's biggest ever stage, with thousands upon thousands filling stadiums every night.
Beyoncé revealed in the Renaissance tour film that Blue received some online criticism and she saw the comments. Even before her performance, the mom of three had her concerns about letting the 11-year-old come onstage, saying: "She told me she was ready to perform, and I told her no."
Nevertheless she didn't let this deter her from continuing to perform. She made regular appearances on the tour, and her dances got more elaborate and fluid over time as she got into the spirit of performance.
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Vera star David Leon reprises his role as Joe Ashworth in series 13, which sees Brenda Blethyn return as DCI Vera Stanhope for three new thrilling episodes from Sunday night.
The actor, who played Vera's trusty sidekick from series one to four, makes his comeback following the departure of Kenny Doughty, who announced last year that he would be stepping down from his role as DS Aiden Healy after eight years.
But as David makes his highly-anticipated return to the hit drama, join us as we look back at which other stars have previously left the series before later making a comeback.
David Leon
Let's start with David, who left the show back in 2014 after four seasons. While David never shared his reasons for leaving, it's thought that other filming commitments may have been a factor.
After his departure, David went on to star in the 2015 drama series, The Refugees, as well as the BBC miniseries, In the Dark, and the 25th season of Silent Witness.
Ahead of series 13, David revealed that he "hadn't considered" returning to the show until he was contacted by the drama's producers. "It was something I hadn't really considered previously as being an option," he told ITV. "Although it was a question, I had probably been asked by Vera fans and others every day since I left at the end of series four, with Joe last seen on screen in 2014.
"It felt like there was some unfinished business there," he continued. "So it was a nice opportunity to come back and, to some extent, tie up some loose ends."
David's decision to return to the show determined the future of the crime drama, as Brenda revealed she would have left the role if he hadn't come back.
"I wouldn't have continued if David had not agreed to come back," the 77-year-old revealed. "I just didn't want to start another board game with somebody else when I know I'm not going to do many more. And who would want to do it anyway?"
Cush Jumbo
Cush Jumbo joined the show in series two in the role of DS Bethany Whelan. She appeared in two episodes and later returned in series five and the first episode of series six, which saw her character tragically killed.
From there, the actress went on to appear in the hit CBS drama, The Good Wife, as well as Apple TV+'s comedy-drama, Trying. Viewers may also recognise Cush for her starring role in Netflix's 2021 thriller series, Stay Close.
The 38-year-old is also set to star in Apple TV's upcoming thriller, Criminal Record, alongside Peter Capaldi.
MORE: 7 stars who quit ITV's Vera and where they are now
Kingsley Ben-Adir
Kingsley Ben-Adir made his Vera debut in series four as Dr Marcus Summer. He stayed with the drama until season six before leaving for series seven and later returning in series eight.
Kingsley has hit the big time since then, portraying Malcolm X in the Oscar-nominated 2020 movie One Night In Miami, and appearing in the Disney+ Marvel series, Secret Invasion. The actor also appeared in Greta Gerwig's smash hit Barbie movie alongside Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.
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Charles Spencer has shared a glimpse inside a lavish dinner party held at his Northamptonshire estate, Althorp House.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, the Earl shared a photo from a celebration in honour of one of his "greatest" friend's 75th birthday, showing a large number of people sitting at a long dining table in The Picture Gallery, which doubles as a dining room.
The long dining table was topped with a white tablecloth and dressed with several candelabras, providing intimate lighting in the room.
Eagle-eyed fans may also spot a large fireplace towards the back of the Gallery, which boasts an array of gilt-framed paintings and portraits hung on the wood-panelled walls.
In the caption of the post, Charles penned: "75th birthday dinner at @AlthorpHouse for a fabulous lady who's one of my greatest, kindest and wisest friends."
Fans were quick to heap praise on the stunning decor, with one person writing: "Looks really grand. Nothing like a beautifully set table, the right lighting, good food and good friends to converse with," while another added: "Wow it looks fabulous and I'm sure a good time was had by all. I love all the paintings/portraits on the walls too. I bet they are a point of interest and conversation."
Charles' dinner party comes just days after the front lawn of his stately home was flooded thanks to Storm Henk, which hit the UK earlier this month and wreaked chaos in vast areas of southern England.
Taking to Instagram, the 59-year-old shared a photo of the flooded area, quipping in the caption: "The front lawn at Althorp, looking a little soggy".
He also reshared photos taken by the house's conservation manager on X, which he captioned: "As wet as I've ever seen it, at @AlthorpHouse today."
Althorp House is a historic estate of which Charles became custodian when he was made Earl Spencer following the death of his father John in 1992.
Charles and his late sister, Princess Diana, both grew up on the estate after their father, the 8th Earl Spencer, inherited the title and home from his father in 1975. Charles was 11 and Diana was 14 at the time, while their older sisters, Jane and Sarah, were already adults.
Following her tragic death in Paris in 1997, the late Princess of Wales was buried at the Oval Lake, which remains private and is only accessible by close members of the family. There is, however, a Doric-style memorial where visitors can pay tribute to Diana when the grounds are open to the public in July and August each year.
Charles lives in the historic home with his wife of 12 years, Karen, and their 11-year-old daughter, Charlotte Diana.
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Long before "nepo babies" became the buzziest topic du jour on social media and beyond, the Golden Globes highlighted some of Hollywood's leading star's offspring by way of their Golden Globe Ambassador role, which began with the Miss Golden Globe title in 1962.
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association began the tradition – which saw up and coming stars or, most commonly, celebrity scions take on the responsibility of handing out trophies and escorting honorees – for the 1963 awards. Its inaugural ambassadors were The Beverly Hillbillies star Donna Douglas (1932-2015) and Hungarian actress Eva Six (1937-ca. 2000s).
Ahead of the 81st annual Golden Globes on January 7th (which air on CBS), read on for some of the most famous Golden Globe Ambassadors who went on to gain – and in some cases eclipse – their parents' fame.
Melanie Griffith
Melanie, whose parents were Hitchcockian icon Tippi Hedren, 93, and advertising executive Peter Griffith, was Miss Golden Globe in 1975.
She began her career in the 70s, largely through various independent thriller films, before receiving further acclaim for her roles in Night Moves (1975), Body Double (1984), Something Wild (1986), and Working Girl (1988), which earned her an Oscar nomination for best actress and for which she won a Golden Globe.
Laura Dern
Laura was Miss Golden Globe in 1982; her mom Dianne Ladd, 88, is an actress, as is her father Bryce Dern, 87.
MORE: From Mariska Hargitay to Meryl Streep, most emotional Golden Globes moments of all time
The Big Little Lies alum, 56, rose to prominence in the 1980s for her roles in Mask (1985), Blue Velvet (1986), and Wild at Heart (1990). She earned her first Oscar nomination in 1991 for her leading role in Rambling Rose, which featured her mom Diane in a supporting role.
Freddie Prinze Jr.
After Hollywood icon Clark Gable's son John Clarke Gable inaugurated the Mr. Golden Globe role in 1995, Freddie was the second to take up the position the following year.
Freddie's father Freddie Prinze was a stand-up comedian and actor, while his mom Kathy Prinze, 73, is a real estate broker. The actor, 47, is best known for his roles in I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997), She's All That (1999), Scooby-Doo (2002), among others.
Dakota Johnson
Following in her mom Melanie's footsteps, the star of Marvel's upcoming Madame Webb film was Miss Golden Globe in 2006.
MORE: Most dazzling Golden Globes looks ever: Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Blake Lively, more
Dakota, 34, broke into the scene starring as Anastasia Steele in the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy opposite Jamie Dornan, and has since had roles in How to Be Single (2019), The Lost Daughter (2021), Cha Cha Real Smooth (2022), among others.
Rumer Willis
Rumer, who was Miss Golden Globe in 2009, is the eldest of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore's three daughters; they also share Scout, 32, and Tallulah, 29.
The actress, 35, has largely retired from acting, though she previously had roles in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), Future World (2018), Return to Sender (2015), The House Bunny (2009), and others.
Sosie Bacon
Sosie, 31, was Miss Golden Globe in 2014; her parents are actors Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, who also share music composer Travis Bacon, 34.
Sosie's breakthrough role was in the 2022 horror film Smile. She previously also had roles in her mom's show The Closer, as well as in her dad's film Loverboy (2005), and the HBO hit Mare of Easttown.
Paris Brosnan
Paris, 22, son of Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Smith, was the penultimate Golden Globe Ambassador in 2020, two years after the role debuted its new title.
MORE: Golden Globes food menu revealed: 'All the Hollywood people love this,' Chef Nobu Matsuhisa says
Paris has yet to make an acting debut, and instead has focused on modeling and being an Instagram personality.
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Amy Schumer, well known for her sharp wit and comedic flair, recently took to Instagram to share a candid and humorous glimpse into her life.
The 42-year-old comedian posted a topless selfie taken in her bathroom, playfully capturing herself in just her underwear, with her hair pulled back and no makeup.
She smiled and struck a lively pose, joking about her body post-pregnancy with the caption, "Still got it (40 extra lbs)," showcasing her self-deprecating humor.
Amy, who often uses her own experiences for comedic material, is married to chef Chris Fischer. The couple welcomed their son, Gene, in 2019.
This lighthearted post follows another of Amy's Instagram shares in October, where she contrasted a glamorous red carpet photo from 2012 with a more recent, less flattering picture of herself in a hospital gown.
Her caption, "Warning 20 somethings I looked like this at your age. Swipe. Life is coming for you," served as a humorous reminder of the inevitable changes that come with aging.
Her celebrity friends and fans alike appreciated Amy's humor and transparency. Olivia Wilde responded with a skull emoji, indicating she found it hilarious, while actress Camila Morrone commented, "I’m already at last slide," acknowledging the relatable nature of aging.
Fans echoed these sentiments, with one saying, "I just looove how you show the world the true colours of life." Another fan expressed regret for not enjoying their youthful physique more, stating, "Our bodies didn’t know how good they had it! Had I known- I would have been wearing a bikini top and cut offs every day. Even in winter."
Amy has openly discussed her journey with aging and body changes, including her experience with cosmetic procedures. In 2021, she shared her attempt with cheek fillers, which she ultimately decided to dissolve, humorously noting she looked like Maleficent.
She also underwent liposuction after her struggle with endometriosis led to the removal of her uterus and appendix. Amy candidly spoke about this decision in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, explaining her desire to be real about it and acknowledging that many in front of the camera opt for similar treatments.
Fans can look forward to seeing Amy in Jerry Seinfeld's upcoming film, "Unfrosted," where she'll undoubtedly bring her unique blend of humor and authenticity to the screen.
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