Table of contents for Issue 1023 in Closer

JOIN IN GET CLOSER WHEREVER YOU ARE SUBSCRIBE: WANT A COPY DELIVERY TO YOUR DOOR EVERY WEEK? SUBSCRIBE TO CLOSER AT GREATMAGAZINES.CO.UK DOWNLOAD: DIGITAL EDITION AVAILABLE ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY JOIN US: GET OUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER VISIT: ✱ CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK ✱ CLOSERDIETS.COM TAKE PART: CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK/READERPANELFACEBOOK.COM/CLOSERMAG, TWITTER.COM/CLOSERONLINE TO SEE ALL THE DIFFERENT WAYS YOU CAN READ CLOSER VISIT CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK/WAYSTOREAD THE Boost INSTANT PICK-ME-UPS! SCAN THIS CODE TO FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM…

Lilibet is born Born on 21 April 1926, Princess Elizabeth of York was the first child of Prince Albert of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. After his brother Edward abdicated from the throne in 1936, Albert took over the role of monarch with the regal name King George VIII – and Elizabeth became heir presumptive. Wedding bells After initially meeting when she was just eight and he was 13, the Princess, then aged 21, married Prince Philip of Greece on 20 November 1947. The couple tied the knot at Westminster Abbey, in front of a congregation of 2,000 people. The work begins In April 1943, Princess Elizabeth carried out her first solo public engagement, when she spent a day with a Grenadier Guards tank battalion in Southern Command. The Coronation…

She announced her split from husband Paddy McGuinness nearly two months ago. But Christine McGuinness seemed to be in a great place over the weekend, as she beamed while posing in wedding dresses. On an outing with celebrity stylist Martine Alexander, the model, 34, tried on a range of white gowns at bridal shop The Wedding Club. “Save the date – February 30th,” she joked in an Instagram post about their day. Now pals say Christine – who was married to Paddy for 11 years – is doing well following the break-up. HEALTHY A source says, “Christine is feeling happy focusing on herself and has found solace in working out and staying healthy. She does feel like a huge weight has been lifted off her shoulders since announcing the split…

The recent death of Scottish teenager Leon Brown, 14, after trying out the same TikTok challenge that killed 12-year-old Archie Battersbee, has left parents in fear of these terrifying viral trends. Archie’s heartbroken mum Hollie Dance claims at least 82 children have died doing the same so-called ‘blackout’ challenge. Leon’s mum, Lauryn Keating, from Cumbernauld, Lanarkshire, tragically found her son unresponsive in his bedroom, after he tried the challenge, involving depriving himself of oxygen while FaceTiming friends. In the US, the families of eight-year-old Lalani Erika Walton, from Texas, and nine-year-old Arriani Jaileen Arroyo, from Wisconsin – both of whom allegedly died as a result of the challenge – are now suing the social media giant. Online safety expert John Staines, co-founder of E-Safety Training, says, ‘I’m not surprised parents…

‘FRIENDSHIP IS KEY’ Despite meeting in 2010 on the set of Green Lantern, Blake and Ryan’s friendship didn’t develop into romance until the following year. Ryan later recalled of the moment he realised Blake, 34, was The One, “We were hanging out at this little restaurant in Tribeca that’s open really late, and this song came on and I was just like, ‘Want to dance?’ No one was in there, so it was just totally empty. And it was just one of those moments where it was like, ‘Oh, I think I just crossed a line.’” The pair credit their friendship with being an important factor in their romance, with Blake saying, “That’s what I appreciate about our relationship, is that he really is… my friend. Not just in our…

She took part in BBC’s Walking With last year, the TV show that sees celebrities take scenic walks across England, and Nina Wadia, 53, admits rambling across the Yorkshire Dales has had long-lasting changes on her life. She tells Closer, “When you’re walking, it’s just you and your thoughts, and it forces you to think about your life. I came away wishing the NHS would prescribe walking for people who are feeling depressed or low, which is how I was feeling. I had a very bad start to the beginning of the year, and walking has given me my life back.” The star, who shares, Tia, 18, and Aidan, 15, with husband Raiomond Mirza, admits walking has improved her sleeping pattern too, “People said beforehand, you’ll start to think about…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK Recent research found that overweight people are skipping medical appointments because they feel humiliated by doctors and nurses. An example they gave was a GP not believing that their patient stuck with a regime of eating less and exercising more, because they hadn’t lost weight. Nobody should be missing appointments because they feel humiliated, but for me, it all comes down to tact, because the doctor in that scenario may be right – that person may not be sticking to their diet and exercise regime, but there are ways of discussing that without being rude or insensitive. EVERYONE IS WEIGHED I have found patients have felt fat shamed when they are weighed, but we weigh every patient.…

I have never been a strict disciplinarian, but when it comes to dinner, it’s my way, or the highway. I don’t let my children eat their meals anywhere other than at the kitchen table, and I have a zero-tolerance approach to technology. Sitting and eating together represents more than physical nourishment, it creates a time and space where we can fully connect and catch up on one another’s lives. BUILD BONDS I find new research that shows two thirds of adults have their phone out during meals really worrying. Studies have shown time and time again that families who eat together report stronger bonds, and closer relationships than families who don’t. When you have your phone beside you, or the TV on when you are eating together, you are automatically…

1 PEP UP WITH PINK Soup up your winter wardrobe with an army of power pink pieces as this colour continues to dominate the catwalk for another season, thanks to Valentino. Wear top-to-toe tailoring or matching co-ords in the fanciest fuchsia you can find. MATALAN TROUSERS, £29 JACKET £27 2 MODEL MONOCHROME Traditional stripes have taken a back step, and monochrome prints have become way more fun and confident this autumn. Pair your checkerboard, houndstooth, zebra stripes and anything Mondrian-like with all black to keep things chic. F&F £19.50 3 BE A BOMBER BABE If you add one casual coat to your collection this season, make it the bomber. Dip your toe into a ‘90s bomber shape and give it a grown-up spin with a borg texture for in-between weather.…

DUE TO THE PASSING OF QUEEN ELIZABETH II PROGRAMMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE NEW SERIES 1 STRICTLY COME DANCING IN ALL ITS SPARKLING GLORY SAT 17 SEPT, 6.10PM, BBC1 Well, we may as well start the Christmas shopping – because, somehow, it’s Strictly season again! Injecting some highly anticipated glitz and glamour into our Saturday evenings, this year’s show celebrates its 20th anniversary – and they will also be a nod to the BBC’s centenary celebrations. Hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will be resuming their presenting duties for the nation’s favourite dance contest, but who’s going to take that trophy from last year’s winner – EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis? The likes of Will Mellor, Kym Marsh, Kaye Adams, Ellie Simmonds, Matt Goss, Fleur East, Helen Skelton and James Bye…

MUST READ The Game (LINDA CALVEY) Ruby Murphy has built a crime syndicate to be feared. Then her husband is murdered in cold blood – but with a firm to run and a business partner to please, there’s no time for tears. In Ruby’s world, family is everything. So, when her beloved daughter gets into trouble, Ruby vows to protect her, whatever the cost. But who can be trusted, and who is out for blood? Move over Martina Cole – there’s a new gangland writer in town! A brilliant read. BEST DAY OUT Pasta Evangelists Pasta Academy Looking for a fun yet unique activity? Pasta Evangelists have created a cooking academy in London’s Farringdon with tailored events covering Italian regions from Puglia to Tuscany, as well as classes dedicated to…

Chanelle Hayes has always spoken candidly about her struggles with body confidence over the years, as her weight has been known to fluctuate. But the TV personality – who rose to fame after appearing on Big Brother in 2007 – was all about body positivity during her recent sun-drenched trip to Greece as she proudly showed off her 9st weight loss in a green bikini. TRANSFORMATION But ever-honest Chanelle, 34, admitted in an Instagram post last month that she was wary about slipping into her swimwear because of her excess skin. Sharing an empowering body transformation post with her 120,000 followers, the mum-of-two wrote, “I was conscious about wearing a bikini on holiday this year because of my loose skin (I’m the lowest weight I’ve been since 2015), but then…

Fleur East, 34, singer-songwriter and radio DJ. Kaye Adams, 59, Loose Women presenter. Jayde Adams, 37, comedian and actress. Molly Rainford, 21, star of CBCC’s Nova Jones. Will Mellor, 46, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks star. Tony Adams, 55, ex-footballer and England manager. Tyler West, 26, television and radio presenter. James Bye, 38, aka EastEnders’ Martin Fowler. Hamza Yassin, 32, Animal Farm and CBBC presenter. Richie Anderson, 34, TV & radio presenter. Ellie Taylor, 38, comedian, writer and actress. Strictly Come Dancing is scheduled to start on 17 Sept, but is subject to change…

After years of shielding her private life from the eyes of the world, Adele’s romance with sports agent Rich Paul, who she started dating last year, has transformed the notoriously private star into a love-struck teen. Last month, Adele, 34, sat down for an interview to promote her upcoming Vegas residency, but couldn’t help but flash what appeared to be a huge engagement diamond and announce she was “obsessed” with Rich. “I’ve never been in love like this. I’m obsessed with him,” she revealed, after going public with their whirlwind romance at an NBA basketball game last July. Despite batting off questions over her engagement status, coyly quipping, “Well! Well, well, I’m not married”, Adele did reveal she and father-of-three Rich had purchased a £50 million home in LA together…

IMPROVE YOUR MIND, BODY, RELATIONSHIPS & MONEY 12-PAGES OF EXPERT ADVICE! Georgia Kousoulou has been refreshingly honest about the challenges of motherhood since welcoming son Brody in May 2021. The former TOWIE star admitted she had been consumed by feelings of guilt and shame after secretly battling postnatal depression and struggled to bond with her baby boy in the early weeks. “I didn’t get that overwhelming feeling of love from the moment I first held him that everyone speaks about,” she confessed at the time. “I was looking at this baby like, ‘Is this mine?’” But when Closer caught up with Georgia, 31, we were delighted to hear her confidence has grown as a mum. “Looking back now, I’m quite proud of myself,” she explains. “It was a very scary…

• Nadiya says, “My mum doesn’t much like cake, but she loves semolina, so this is one cake that I make for her all the time.” GLUTEN-FREE SUPPER CREAMY HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN WITH HAM SERVES 2-3 • 1 tbsp garlic-infused oil • 400g chicken breast fillets, bite-sized pieces • 90g leeks, finely chopped • 2 tbsp cornflour • 200ml gluten-free chicken stock • 200ml milk • 3 tbsp frozen peas • 1 tbsp dried thyme • 2 tsp Dijon mustard • 1 tbsp honey • 4 tbsp cream cheese • 60g (3 thin slices) ham, chopped • Mashed potato and steamed veg, to serve STEP 1 Place a large frying pan over a medium heat and add the oil. Once hot, add the chicken and leeks, then fry, stirring, until…

They’re not words I want to remind you of but, with it hanging over all of us, I feel as if I have to mention the cost of living crisis (sorry!). For a single person – and one who is also trying to date – it’s increasingly difficult. Single people who live alone pay £7,564 more in living costs a year than cohabiting couples – and that’s before the energy prices skyrocket. Eeek! So what happens this winter when we all start to feel the pinch – or perhaps, what’s more likely to feel like a punch? Dating is a pretty costly affair. Even if you don’t pay a premium on selected apps, you still have the cost of meeting up for drinks, dinner or even a coffee (how expensive…

GET HER LOOK…

Tell us about Crossfire… KEELEY, 46: It’s a show about a family who go on holiday with friends – organised by my character, Jo. She slightly has an ulterior motive about wanting them all to go away together, and they haven’t been there for very long when the hotel they’re staying in is attacked – taken over by gunmen out for revenge… First impressions of the script? LEE, 46: It was a page turner. We all react very differently, and I think sometimes we like to think that we’d do one thing, but actually when push comes to shove, you might end up doing another, and that is explored… Where do we first meet your characters? LEE: Jason and Jo have got a slightly frosty relationship, things aren’t going brilliantly,…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Now is the time for you to rethink your finances. Revise your spending and saving habits. How can you build a solid foundation for your future? This question could help you boost your bank account in a way you haven’t been able to for some time. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEP How your week pans out depends a lot on who you love and have in your life. Are they worthy of your trust? If so, this could be a week when people leave you feeling uplifted and blessed. But if you’re entangled with a scoundrel, watch out! Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope LIBRA 23 SEP – 22 OCT Don’t be afraid to change your mind about…

They were ‘90s pop star sweethearts before it all ended in a bitter divorce. But now it seems Kerry Katona and her ex, Brian McFadden, are on greater terms than ever, as they united for their daughter Molly’s 21st birthday last week. The former couple appeared in high spirits as they partied away in Dublin, Ireland – even hitting the dance floor together. They shared a sweet picture of themselves posing with birthday girl Molly and younger sister Lilly-Sue, 19. PROUD Brian, 42, wrote alongside the picture, “I’m so very, very proud of the beautiful, talented and brilliant woman she has grown up to be,” while Kerry, also 42, shared, “Life won’t always be easy my baby girl, but I am with you every step of the bloody way.” And…

He’s a TOWIE veteran, having starred in the first-ever series at just 16 years old, alongside cousin Amy Childs. And now, after reaching the 30th series of the show, Harry Derbidge tells Closer he can’t believe how far they’ve all come. Speaking about TOWIE’s immense success – which includes a BAFTA and a number of spin-off series – Harry, now 28, says, “It was so weird filming the 30th series! I walked into TOWIE clueless back in the day and here we are. I absolutely love the show and have no regrets at all. That’s why I’m still on the show 12 years later! “Amy and I always say if it wasn’t for TOWIE, we wouldn’t be where we are today – and that’s why we said we will always…

Whether you want to Boost your mind, body, soul, finances, relationships, love life or style, we’ve got recommendations for things that actually work. Scan the QR code for more tips or search for @TheBoostUK on Instagram! TURN BACK THE YEARS While we know walking has plenty of psychological benefits, research suggests just 30 minutes a day can have a positive impact on the entire body. In his book, In Praise Of Walking: The New Science Of How We Walk And Why It’s Good For Us (Vintage), neuroscientist Shane O’Mara explains, “As well as improved cognitive control, walking offers many other benefits. It’s good for our heart and helps protect and repair organs that have been subject to stresses and strains. It is also good for the gut, assisting the passage…

INSIDE SEEMA’S FRIDGE ● Orange ● Eggs ● Ginger and garlic paste ● Tabasco sauce ● Pickled onions ● Lime pickle ● Dark chocolate ● Halloumi ● Houmous ● Cherry tomatoes ● Kefir yoghurt ● Feta ● Sourdough bread ● Spinach ● Chillies ● Chicken breasts ● Sea bass ● Cucumber ● Red pepper ● Salmon ● Carrots ● Aubergines ● Mayonnaise ● Almond milk ● Skimmed milk SEEMA How much do you spend per week? About £300. It’s like an open house at the moment as my two sons are back from uni. I’ve done a bit of research into healthy eating, I cook a lot more now and I find shopping therapeutic. Describe your daily diet… For breakfast, I’ll have porridge or an egg white omelette with spinach…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Over the last few years, on a couple of occasions I have left a WhatsApp group. Within a few minutes, I received text messages or phone calls, asking me why. These conversations were awkward to begin with, but meant I had to take responsibility for my feelings, and also ensured the members I had deserted understood. Recently, WhatsApp have announced they will let people leave group chats without alerting friends, which I feel is a real shame. We live in a culture where ghosting has become normalised, and where difficult conversations are avoided, which isn’t good for our mental health. If one of your friendships is no longer working, you have every right to call time on…

ACTRESS EMILIA FOX, 48, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND DURING LOCKDOWN I TOOK UP PILATES… because we couldn’t go to the gym, and I’ve continued, using an app called NETFIT. I also did the Joe Wicks workouts with my daughter Rose, 11, and recently, I’ve got back into swimming. MUCH OF MY CHILDHOOD WAS SPENT OUTDOORS… we didn’t have screens so we were out being active. I feel most relaxed in the countryside. Mental and physical health are definitely connected, not just the chemical boost you get from exercise, but if you feel healthy and happy with your body, that will affect everything in your life. I TAKE A PREBIOTIC & PROBIOTIC… by the The Nue Co as I was told it’s good for the over-40s,…

8-PAGES OF AFFORDABLE TREATS! GET HER LOOK ROCHELLE HUMES Looking perfectly polished in this designer denim ensemble, Rochelle added sci-fi metallic heels to amp up her fashion game. Copy her look for less with this high-street jumpsuit and add your own twist with fun accessories. EVERY BODY’S WEARING… BOLD BLAZERS No matter what the occasion, a blazer always promises to serve your wardrobe well. From double-breasted classics to stella metallic or printed showpieces, this staple is here to stay. Plus, it’s a shortcut to smartening up everything. Take note from your favourite Hollywood celebs and stock up on a trusty blazer immediately. FASHION WORTH TALKING ABOUT! Hollywood’s elite stepped out in style for the annual Venice Film Festival Alessandra Ambrosio Ex-Victoria’s Secret supermodel Alessandra looked pretty in pink on the…

SOUP UP WITH SERUM This cult brand combines skin strengthening ceramides and niacinamides to even out skin tone, with hyaluronic acid to replenish. The overall effect is a prolonged radiant complexion. Press into skin, day and night before moisturiser. It’s vegan, fragrance free and fully reusable with a compatible replacement pot. BYOMA BRIGHTENING SERUM, £12.99 POP AND PLUMP Delivered in these scrumptious parcels is a daily dose of hyaluronic acid serum, best applied before your daily moisturiser. The silky-but-potent serum gathers up all the moisture in the skin to bring it to the surface to create a plumping effect that’s clinically proven. These capsules are biodegradable, too. ROC MULTICORREXION HYDRATE AND PLUMP CAPSULES £35.99 MOISTURISE TO THE MAX Post summer our face needs all the moisture it can get. This…

Josette Simon (Miriam) The Riviera and Small Axe actress plays Jo’s oldest friend. She’s a GP, who’s married to Ben. Dan Ryan (Ben) Best known for starring in The Bay, Dan plays a nurse who is “pushed to the limits”. Anneika Rose (Abhi) Last seen in Line Of Duty, Anneika says the script was “tense reading” – and reckons audiences will be gripped. Vikash Bhai (Chinar) Known for Netflix’s The Stranger, Vikash is Chinar-married to Abhi. He’s a confident bloke, with three kids.…

After becoming obsessed with Freeze The Fear With Wim Hof, David tries his first ever ice-cold shower. Good luck getting fully under that, er, refreshing water… Heidi Klum’s summer break looks, um, relaxing. Still, the best bit about walking through a fierce sandstorm in a bikini is all that free exfoliation. Enjoy! We’re not quite there yet, Chrissy – but it’s never too early to start stockpiling sweets to fend off hordes of little demons. Ah, so finally we find out the reason why Lottie has always been known to friends as Minnie Moss. Tennis fan Rebel challenges her pal Iga to a game – then quickly backs out when she sees the size of the balls she likes to play with. YIKES! Ashley’s so tired her eyebags are off…