Table of contents for Issue 1034 in Closer

‘SHE HAS THE EDGE OVER MEGHAN RIGHT NOW IN THE POPULARITY STAKES’ She stunned in a dazzling white gown while attending a royal state banquet with the most senior members of the Royal Family last week. In her new position as the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton – accompanied by husband Prince William – poignantly chose a pearl and diamond tiara, named “Lover's Knot”, which had been a firm favourite of her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. And fans lavished praise on the Princess, with one posting, “Kate is beautiful and will make a wonderful Queen, ” while another added, “She's such a credit to the Royal Family.” The engagement, during which Kate was photographed laughing and raising a toast with the South African Prime Minister, took place just two weeks…

Superstar Adele and successful sports agent Rich Paul have made a power couple since going public with their romance in the summer of 2021. And in a standard PDA, they shared a romantic kiss mid-performance during her highly-anticipated Vegas residency last week. Now pals say Adele is eager to marry and would happily have a quickie Vegas wedding to cement their love. ROMANTIC A source says, “Adele would love to make things official with Rich. They've already been brainstorming the idea of a fancy wedding next spring with a huge celebration at her LA home. But she wouldn't even mind tying the knot in Vegas. She thinks it could be romantic to do something low-key too.” Adele previously wed charity boss Simon Konecki in 2018 after a seven-year romance, but…

Their two children, Ronnie, four, and 11-month-old Autumn Rose are often dubbed their “mini-mes” on social media – and Danielle Lloyd tells Closer she often refers to her kids and husband Michael O'Neill as “The Triplets” due to their uncanny likeness. The 38-year-old – who wed Michael in a secret Dubai ceremony in 2018 – is also mum to Archie, 11, Harry, 10, and George, eight, from her previous marriage to footballer Jamie O'Hara. Danielle laughs, “I still can't believe Michael ended up with two mini-mes – they're both identical to him. I've nicknamed them all ‘The Triplets’ and it makes me laugh everyday!” The loved-up couple recently celebrated their four-year wedding anniversary with a romantic trip to Paris, sharing photos together at the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de…

She lost her husband Tom Parker following his devastating battle with brain cancer, but nine months on, Kelsey Parker has found new love with electrician Sean Boggans. But as the news broke last week, it was also shockingly revealed that Sean was jailed for four years in 2013 after killing a stranger with a single punch while outside an East London pub. Waiting for his girlfriend at the time, Sean, 39, was caught on camera getting into an argument with Shaun McDermott, 44, before punching him and walking away. Mr McDermott was later discovered by police on the pavement. He suffered a brain haemorrhage and died as a result of the injuries. Kelsey has yet to comment on her romance, which comes less than a year after her husband Tom's…

SHE WAS RECENTLY SPOTTED IN CARRIE'S ICONIC VIVIENNE WESTWOOD WEDDING GOWN It was accused of being too woke and producers were forced to cut scenes after actor Chris Noth, who played Mr Big, was accused of sexual assault, something he denied. But despite it all, And Just Like That proved to be a hit with fans old and new when it debuted earlier this year. Now Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis are all reprising their roles as Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes and Charlotte York Goldenblatt, while Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker and Karen Pittman have been promoted to series regulars as Seema Patel, Lisa Todd Wexley and Professor Nya Wallace as filming commences on series two of the Sex And The City sequel. The show's creator, Sarah…

She's nearing the last stages of her third pregnancy and has just moved into her dream home in Essex after two years of impressive renovations, all while juggling being a mum to daughter Nelly, eight, and son, Arthur, five. But as we catch up with Billie Faiers, she says she's not the least bit fazed about the months ahead. EXCITEMENT “The baby could come any day now, but I don't feel stressed,” the 32-year-old tells Closer. “I'm feeling relaxed about Christmas too and have started shopping online. I have all the normal symptoms like tiredness and feeling uncomfortable, but in the last couple of days I've had a second wind which has given me more energy. That's what happened with Nelly and Arthur before I went into labour, so hopefully…

IS YOUR ROOM DARK? √ Lights, including blue spectrum light from your devices, can interrupt the production of sleep-inducing chemicals in the brain. Use blackout curtains or wear a comfortable eye mask. IS YOUR ROOM CLUTTER AND DISTRACTION FREE? √ Stash your work laptop in another room and place piles of laundry in your wardrobe. Your room should relax you, not activate you. IS YOUR PHONE ATTACHED TO YOUR HAND? √ However hard it may be, leave your phone in another room at bedtime. Or, plug it in on the other side of the room just to get it well out of reach.…

INSIDE FIONA'S FRIDGE • Eggs • Butter • Houmous • Tomato ketchup • Gherkins • Chocolate mini sponge dessert • Tomatoes • Avocado • Beetroot • Cucumber • Dairy-free yoghurt • Garlic bread • Camembert • Cheddar slices • Brie • Mackerel • Chicken breast • Mixed pickles • Salmon • Red pepper • Celery • Blueberries • Rocket salad • Strawberries • Oat milk • Orange juice FIONA How much do you spend per week? Between £60 and £80 for me and my husband [actor Simon Cotton]. He's the main cook and plans all our meals. Since I've been married, I've been far healthier. I was single for a long time and when you live on your own, you don't always cook and often rely on takeaways. Describe your…

RELATIONSHIPS DO YOU DATE WITH ‘MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY’? ‘Main character energy’ describes the mindset of seeing yourself as the protagonist in a film when it comes to dating – prioritising your wants and needs, but there are drawbacks Of all the social media platforms, TikTok is the one that causes me the most concern because it seems to spawn utterly stupid trends daily. Right now it's the “main character energy” dating trend. This mindset demands that you prioritise your own self-worth to quickly cull any potential partners who don't appear to think that you are as brilliant as you believe yourself to be. Instead of considering the needs of others in the early stages of the dating game, the “main character” mode is all about unashamedly putting your needs front…

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Closer TV TV WEEK: 3-9 DEC 1 KIRSTIE'S HANDMADE CHRISTMAS PA RUM PUM PUM PUM – SHE'S BACK! FRI 9 DEC, 8PM, C4 The festive season has officially landed – Kirstie Allsopp's here with a whole new batch of Christmas crafts which are easy to follow at home (or we can just dip into the Quality Street and watch…). No matter how you celebrate, big or small, when it's handmade it can be anything you want it to be, that's Kirstie's motto anyway and (embracing the wintery theme), she's let loose on a block of ice with power tools (er, yikesi), overcomes her fear of making pastry – and rustles up Christmas crackers made from… pasta! There's also boozy hot chocolate and miniature walnut dioramas (aka cute Yuletide scenes). Personalised wrapping…

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29 NOVEMBER – 5 DECEMBER CAPRICORN 22 DEC – 19 JAN Straddling rest and retreat with your tasks and obligations may be the cause of stress or frustration for you this week. Sometimes you just have to do what you have to do as there's no simple solution in sight. Practise as much self–care as time and energy permit. Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope AQUARIUS 20 JAN – 8 FEB You've got great stars for soaking up all the good life has to offer you now. As you extend yourself socially, you may also begin to get in touch with what you actually enjoy doing and how that might be shifting. Reserve the right to change your mind when it comes to fun. Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope…

She's had a rollercoaster of a year but last week, Coleen Rooney let her hair down on a night out in Manchester, looking youthful and radiant in a stunning red dress. Fans commented on how great she looked, with one writing, “Wow, Coleen looks the best she has done in years!” and another wrote, “Whatever Coleen has done, she looks amazing”. RELATABLE Closer spoke to plastic surgeon Mark Ho Asjoe, who says he believes Coleen Rooney, 36, has changed the shape of her face through Botox, filler, possibly fat removal from her jawline and potentially a “fox eye” lift. Mark claims, “A decade ago, Coleen's face was much more rounded and wider but now her face is slimmer with a lot more definition. I think she's probably had Botox in…

Meirivone Moraes, 37, hit the headlines earlier this year after revealing she had married the love of her life – a rag doll named Marcelo. But in a tragic turn ot events, just as the couple were set to celebrate their first anniversary, Meirivone claims Marcelo has been unfaithful. LOVE Meirivone, from Brazil, and Marcelo's whirlwind romance began when Meirivone's mother, a keen crafter, introduced the pair. Meirivone explains, “I love to dance the Brazilian Forró [a traditional dance] but it requires a partner and I didn't have one. I was complaining about it to my mum one day, and the next thing I knew, she'd created Marcelo. It was love at first sight.” Just a few months later, Meirivone fell pregnant and, wanting to keep things traditional, the pair…

For Bryony Maynard, her priority is keeping her two-year-old son fed, clean and warm. But in doing so, she's had to skip showers, dilute hair products with water and purchase cheap men's razors, which irritate her skin. The mum-of-one is currently unemployed due to the cost of childcare. Relying on her partner's income as a supervisor at a wholesale company, as well as £400 a month Universal Credit, Bryony struggles to make ends meet, which takes its toll on her mental health. Bryony, 28, says, “I go without toiletries to save money for my son, but cutbacks affect my confidence and the, way I perceive myself. Being unable to work makes me feel like I can't support my family and, in turn, like I'm not a good enough parent. If…

Amy Childs revealed to fans that she was expecting a baby girl and a baby boy during an adorable gender reveal with partner Billy Delbosq. The TOWIE star, who announced last month that she was pregnant with twins, stooc beside Billy in the Instagram video as they each took a turn to burst a balloon. The pair were overjoyed to discover that one was filled with pink confetti, while the other had blue confetti. Friends were quick to shower the star with congratulations and support, with Amy Hart writing, “Omgggg this is amazing and so perfect!!! Xxxx.” Fellow TOWIE star Yazmin Oukhellou added, “Omg how amazing, congratulations to the both of you. Love you lots.” Amy is already a mum to Polly, five, and Richie, four, from her previous romances.…

MAKE A LIST AND CHECK IT TWICE My list seems to get longer every year whether it's the kids’ teachers, friends or family, and it can get overwhelming. Write a list in advance, plan who's getting what, alongside how much you're happy to spend. Have it all in one place so you can tick each one off when they've been purchased! CONSIDER PRE-WRAPPED GIFTS I love wrapping gifts, but as a busy mum I like to choose something that's already packaged beautifully! The hard work is already done for you and all you need to do is pop it straight under the tree. Baylis & Harding have loads of beautifully wrapped gifts. You can just pop them in a gift bag or box, and you're sorted. BUY PRACTICAL Greg is…

Is being a serial monogamist really something to criticise? Perhaps it's jealousy that fuels so many of us to see it as a negative, and label someone a “serial dater” as if they're doing something wrong. Surely, that's better than a “serial shagger” who is just after the next hit. And in this mad dating world, where I feel more than ever before men just want casual sex, and the women I speak to want relationships, should we not be championing someone who wants more from their dates than a hook up? But it looks as if the jury is out on that one. According to new research by dating app Badoo, half of singles wouldn't go near a “serial dater” – the reasons ranged from finding it hard to…

If you're thinking of putting some of the Christmas costs on plastic, Salman Haqqi, Personal Finance Expert at money.co.uk, explains how to choose the best option. • DELAY THE COST A 0 per cent purchase credit card will give you a fixed period (up to two years or more in some cases) to repay the money you borrow interest-free. • SLASH AN EXISTING BALANCE If you already have a large credit card balance, consider a balance transfer card. These let you pay off the existing debt by moving the balance to a new card with a lower interest rate, often 0 per cent if you have a good credit score. Check your eligibility now to help avoid panic in January when the bills come in. • IMPROVE YOUR SCORE If…

PARTY SPECIAL! EFFORTLESS WAVES GET THE LOOK: • Start by spritzing hair with a wave spray to enhance your natural texture and give definition. • Then, using a large curling wand, take small sections of hair and wrap them around the wand. For a salon-finish feel, leave the bottom 1cm of each strand out of the wand. • Lastly, to ensure waves rather than curls, gently comb through your hair. This will loosen the bends for a soft wave. STRAIGHT AND SLEEK GET THE LOOK: • After washing, apply a smoothing cream to damp hair, to fight frizz and protect. Follow by blow-drying with a paddle brush. • Once dry, separate your hair into manageable sections. Then, run your straightener through each section, bending the hair under slightly at the…

T tell us about Rosie. She is one of the funniest characters I've ever played. Rosie is single, she's got a great family and is very much a career girl. She's just been promoted at work, and she seems to have it all. But, at the same time, she doesn't. She's very complex, because she is suffering the illness of addiction. She is very flawed, yet very loveable. Does it pull at the heart strings? There are many situations that Rosie gets herself into that are very funny – and some that are heartbreaking. There's an amazing balance between laugh-out-loud moments and ones that will make you think and perhaps cry. I hope people have more empathy for addiction after they watch this. Any funny things happen on set? There's one…

Following a rocky few years in their marriage, Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne appeared to have things firmly back on track – revealing earlier this year that they even planned to renew their vows. But after Jacqueline's 30th birthday bash descended into chaos last week when Dan was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and actual bodily harm following a violent brawl, some pals are saying that the pair will have to struggle through even more drama. DEVASTATED A source tells Closer, “Some of Jac's friends are concerned she doesn't want to talk about the incident at her birthday, but they know she was devastated by what happened. It was a big milestone for her and she'd been looking forward to the party for so long. Jac's putting…

Singer Tulisa was barely recognisable as she headed for a night out with friends in Manchester last week, with an online fan commenting, “She looks absolutely nothing at all like she used to!” and another writing, “Has she done something to her face?” Plastic surgeon Mark Ho Asjoe believes Tulisa has gone overboard on the fillers. He claims, “Tulisa's been having filler in her lip, cheeks and chin. Her narrower eyes could be the result of the ‘fox eye’ treatment, but it is hard to tell with her heavy make-up exaggerating the slant. “She looks as though she's had so much filler in her cheeks, they are now drooping and the work makes her look older, in my opinion. Luckily, she's still young enough to reverse this procedure if she…

She's battled through a hellish few months after suffering the loss of her baby daughter Lorena and splitting from partner Charles Drury after he was arrested over an alleged assault on her. But as Lauren Goodger makes a bold return to X-rated subscription site OnlyFans – announcing the news on her Instagram page with a teasing photo of herself in underwear – those close to her worry it's too soon. A source says, “Lauren has been through so much in the past few months and pals worry that a platform like OnlyFans isn't the best for someone's mental health. They want her to be careful and to put herself first. No one is shaming her, but they just want what's best.” Lauren announced in July this year that her daughter…

Lizzy James*, 31, lives in Norfolk with her husband David and has two children. She says, “When I was 23,1 left home to live with David. We thought we could afford it but didn't realise how much the bills would mount up. And then I fell pregnant and suffered from severe morning sickness, so was on statutory sick pay. We had no money to spare for toiletries and it was so demoralising. We were too embarrassed to tell our friends and family. Instead, we'd pretend our boiler had broken and ask if we could use their shower, but in reality we wanted to use their toiletries. We'd also go into pubs, ask to use their loo and pinch their toilet paper. It carried on for around two years, before we…

Her first baby with boyfriend Sam Rason is due early next year, and Amy Hart took to Instagram to share her blossoming bump with fans. Posing in festive pyjamas in front of a Christmas tree, the former Love Island star, 30, revealed she had hit the 25-week mark in her pregnancy. She told her followers, “Midwife appointment today and everything looking good, my bump is just under the average on the graph and heartbeat was strong!”…

Their love story has unfolded on our screens over the past eight years, and Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet's romance seemed more solid than ever since they welcomed their 17-month-old son Brody last year, alongside furnishing their gorgeous Essex home and planning their dream wedding. So fans were shocked when, last week, the former TOWIE stars candidly opened up about their relationship, admitting they reached breaking point earlier this year and very nearly split for good when Georgia took off her engagement ring. In a preview clip for the third series of their reality TV show, Georgia And Tommy: Baby Steps, which returns this week, Georgia says, “I think we both got to the point where we were just like, this isn't working. I said I would move out and…

Growing up in a children's home run by her parents, caring for babies was in Judith Kilshaw's blood. She knew she wanted a big family, and had two daughters, before meeting Alan, who she went on to marry and have two sons with. However, even four children could not satisfy Judith's deep maternal urge. Desperate to grow their family, Judith and Alan paid £8,200 to adopt baby twin girls from America in an arrangement made over the internet. It was a disaster – the Kilshaws were accused of buying the babies online and the twins were removed from their care. The global outrage around their endeavour still echoes today and now Prime Video's three-part docu-series, Three Mothers, Two Babies And A Scandal, features everyone involved in the event which became…

BITESIZE CHOCS (Cadbury Delicious Chunk Collection, supermarkets, £5) Ideal for cosy movie nights, placing on the party table, or for stocking fillers, these individually wrapped white, dairy milk and wholenut pieces will go down a treat. FAKEAWAY FEAST (Quorn Vegan Spicy Buffalo Fillets, Tesco, £2.50) Cut down on takeaway costs by tucking into this mouth-watering burger. It's coated in a fiery combo of smoked paprika, onion, garlic and cayenne pepper.…

CURTIS PRITCHARD, 26, ON HOW HE LOOKS AFTER HIS BODY AND MIND LAUGHTER GIVES ME ENERGY… Joke around when you need some energy. When you're laughing, you forget about being tired and you release positive endorphins that make you feel good. I also love a power nap or two and lying flat is good for your posture. I TAKE A PROTEIN SHAKE… to be in super-healthy mode. When I'm busy, I can't always get a proper meal so a bit of protein helps. I also take vitamin C and D over Christmas when we're in panto as we'll be indoors all day and won't be exposed to sunlight. TO WIND DOWN FOR BED… I take off my show make-up, get a nice warm shower, drink a peppermint tea, watch a bit…

IN THE NEWS RIVER ISLAND X HIRESTREET Party season has officially arrived, and we're all about trying to be as sustainable as we can this year. So, we're very excited to hear that River Island has just dropped a gorgeous collection of rental dresses on Hirestreet, from as little as £20! Imagine ‘80s puff sleeves, bedazzled belts and stunning sequins, in a range of mini, midi and maxi dresses, perfect for any Christmas event, especially if you have things planned for consecutive days! Sizes 6-28 available. EVERYBODY'S WEARING HIGH-SHINE GLAMOUR If you can't go all-out at Christmas with your outfits, then when can you?! Take inspiration from your fave A-listers and invest in some attention-grabbing sequins and metallics from the high street. We've rounded up the best bargain buys that…

PARTY SPECIAL! Serve Christmas tipples in style with a gorgeous gold tray. IKEA £12 Nothing says ‘70s décor more than an orange velvet stool. DUNELM £109 Embrace your inner mixologist and look glam while you're at it! ALDI £7.99 Add a touch of shimmer and shine with twinkling fairy lights. FLYING TIGER £5 BAR A chic alternative to a neon sign, decorate your bar area with beaded wall art. OLIVER BONAS £49.50 Impress guests with fancy glasses – they're dishwasher safe too. HABITAT £17 FOR SET OF 4 Display a retro table lamp on your sideboard or drinks cabinet to set the mood. HOMESENSE £49.50 SPEND OR SAVE SPOTLIGHT ON: DIY WOOD PANELLING Create a feature wall or zoned area with wooden slat panels. They have a felt backing, making…

Todd Boyce, 61, on playing Corrie's current killer Stephen Reid… “He's still in trouble with money and I don't think he's really had a great deal of time to process what he's done. The death of Leo was a necessary means to keep his head above water, and he's had to sort of keep on going and not dwell on his actions.” On whether Stephen is capable of killing again, Todd adds, “I do think he is. He's desperate and such a good liar – and now he's done it once, it won't feel as bad for him the next time, the end justifies the means. The people who should worry are those who start to ask too many questions…” FOLLOW OUR LIVE TWEETS OVER AT @CloserOnline…

IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You've got great stars for getting more in touch with what makes you tick and knowing what you want. But this doesn't necessarily make things clear. The more you can turn your focus within, the happier and more content you will feel. SAGITTARIUS 22 NOV – 21 DEC It's one thing to speak your mind. It's quite another once those words are spoken, as they can't be taken back. This week, words matter more than ever, so be sure to think before you speak. Words can hurt or they can heal, so choose yours carefully. Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope…

Oh, Jack. Here we go again – what's Rebekah Vardy's account been up to this time? Yes, Sue, despite the ever present threat of nuclear war, starvation, frostbite and another Christmas with the in-laws – we have survived! GRUMPY GRAM Day one of Zara's self-imposed choccy biscuit ban… and the pressure is already getting to her. Oh go on, just a little nibble won't hurt, will it?…