Table of contents for Issue 1035 in Closer

He spent years being known as the “playboy Prince” with a reputation for frequenting London bars and wooing a string of blonde beauties. However, all of that changed for Prince Harry in 2016 when he met Meghan Markle on a blind date at London's Soho House and was immediately smitten – marrying the former Suits actress two years later. The duo have since become one of the most powerful and talked-about couples in the world, but now, just days ahead of the release of their much-awaited Netflix documentary this week, Harry, 38, has been hit by another bombshell from his bachelor days. Former Real Housewives star and mother-of-two, Catherine Ommanney, claims she shared a passionate fling with Harry in the early 2000s, when he was just 21 and she was…

IT'S A GREAT WAY TO BOND AS A FAMILY We made these marbled baubles by dipping them in old nail varnishes in a bowl of water. Rex loves messy play so it kept him occupied for an hour – he didn't leave the table! He's three years old and his attention span is questionable, but he loved it. DON'T WORRY IF THINGS GO WRONG That's all part of the fun! There are cheap and speedy ways of doing stuff at home that anyone can do. CRAFTS CAN LOOK JUST AS GOOD AS THE REAL THING Wreaths can be expensive but my DIY bauble wreath is minimum effort and maximum satisfaction because it looks really posh.…

She welcomed her first child back in June – a baby boy named Abel, who she had with her Love Island co-star and now husband Alex Bowen. But despite revelling in the blissful bubble of new parenthood, Olivia Bowen tells Closer that she has felt pressure to slim down after giving birth. Olivia, 28, has previously spoken about how online trolling over her figure gave her body insecurities after she went up to a size 10 from a size 8 since appearing on Love Island. INCREDIBLE But last week, she was praised by fans after posting a photo on Instagram of her “real” body, as she posed in some sexy Boux Avenue lingerie. She tells Closer, “I have felt the pressure to lose weight. But I know I'd rather look…

Made In Chelsea's Maeva D'Ascanio, 30, and James Taylor, 27, welcomed their son Beau to the world last week. Announcing their happy news on social media, Maeva wrote, “Welcoming the last 9 months and 11 days into our lives this morning was everything and more than we could have ever hoped for. I'm so happy I've now met you, my little roast. @jamestaylorldn is going to be the best daddy ever. “Being induced on Sunday and trying to achieve a virginal birth from the outset wasn't meant to be. We both decided, along with the amazing doctors at the Rosie, that a C-section was the safest option to bring our boy to us.”…

He's loved-up with Italian model and actress Stella Turian, who's 16 years his junior. But friends of James “Arg” Argent have urged the ex-TOWIE star not to risk damaging his chances of future happiness by clinging on too closely to the past. Last week, Arg, 34, was snapped enjoying a day out with his ex-girlfriend Lydia Bright, 31, and her family at Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland, where the pair enjoyed taking her daughter Loretta – who she shares with ex Lee Cronin – on the fairground rides. Meanwhile Stella, 18, was hundreds of miles away back in Italy. A pal says, “James and Lydia remain really good friends, which is obviously very unusual for ex-partners. But James has always wanted Lydia to remain a part of his life. He's not…

Anna Lamb, 33, lives in Middlesborough with her partner Sammie. She was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumour in December 2019. Anna says, “After a normal day at my job working as a credit controller, in December 2019, I headed to the car park to go home when I felt a sensation similar to pins and needles down the right side of my body. I assumed it would pass but gradually it worsened. “Then I struggled to put words together and started to panic. DEVASTATED “My mum took me to hospital where I underwent scans and I was with my family when I was told I had an incurable brain tumour. I couldn't take in the enormity of it all and felt overwhelmed. I was 30 years old, and led…

REALITY TV STAR ESTER DEE, 48, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND I SKIP BREAKFAST AND HAVE MORE ENERGY… I start the day with a coffee and then I can go until 3pm without being hungry. I still eat what I want, I just don't eat for 16 hours. If you leave your body to have a good rest from food, when you do eat, you feel fuller. EVERY MORNING I DRY BRUSH MY SKIN… It helps circulation, gets rid of cellulite and makes you feel like you've been exercising. My skin is smoother and it stimulates the top of the skin to make you feel more awake and active. I LOVE A BRISK WALK BY THE SEA… I'm not a very sporty person. People often ask,…

AFFORDABLE TREATS! GET HER LOOK MARGOT ROBBIE, 32 Once a Chanel girl through-and-through, Margot has been spotted in Bottega Veneta recently, and fans are loving her new style era. Here she's seen donning their iconic weaved bag, alongside a boxy blazer, slouchy jeans and a pair of cool burgundy pumps. Copy her off-duty look for less with these high street swaps… IN THE NEWS… M&CO – FIT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Whichever way you're spending the holidays, M&Co is here to help you and your family find the perfect Christmas-ready look. From cute matching PJs and novelty knits, to glitzy partywear, its new season offering is full of festive styles you and your whole crew will love – including the dog! Prices start at just £12 for kidswear and £24…

DESIGNER DUPE Label lovers may notice some similarities of this Aldi bargain to a certain White Company product. The ultimate Winter scent. FRUITY FRAGRANCE The finest seasonal aromas are packed into this hexagonal glass container. Guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit. SHOUTY SLOGANS These fun mini candles come in a range of bright festive hues – ideal for Secret Santa gifting on a budget. DOUBLE ACT These jumbo gingerbread candles are sure to be a hit with your teens. Fill your house with sweet, freshly baked aromas. GEM IN A JAR This will fill your home with lavish, earthy aromas. Presented in a smart glass jar with a bell lid, which can be reused! ADDED EXTRA The subtle scent and additional lightup element makes this one of the…

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They're set to spend their first Christmas together in the £3.5million dream Essex home they completed just three months ago – and last week shared pictures of their beautifully decorated mansion. But insiders say Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright are to be separated again in the New Year, with Mark being left at home alone. OPPORTUNITY Pals say actress Michelle, 36, has been offered a job abroad that she can't turn down. A source says, “Nothing has been signed yet but Michelle has been presented with another amazing opportunity, but it would mean filming in Europe for at least three months and obviously spending time away from Mark and the new house.” They add, “Mark is really annoyed that Michelle could be set to leave their home and although he…

She's been the host of Strictly Come Dancing for 18 years, and Tess Daly has often been praised for the glamour and glitz she brings to each live show. This year, in particular, fans have showered the 53-year-old with compliments, describing her as a “Goddess” and saying she looks “sensational”. ROCK BOTTOM But along with the hugely flattering comments, fans have also brought up Tess’ husband Vernon Kay's past misdemeanours, including sexting former Page Three glamour model Rhian Sugden back in 2010. Under a stunning picture of Tess, one fan cruelly wrote, “Bet Vernon is still swiping right!”, while another wrote that she was “well past her best.” Insiders say that Tess who is set to celebrate her 20th wedding anniversary with Vernon next September – feels hurt by the…

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have been embroiled in a bitter battle for almost two years since she first filed for divorce in February last year. But last week, a settlement was finally reached as legal papers filed in Los Angeles revealed how Kanye, now known as Ye, has agreed to pay £166,500 a month in child support to Kim, with the former couple sharing custody of their four children – North, nine, Saint, seven, Chicago, four, and three-year-old Psalm. Neither Kim, 42, nor Ye, 45, will pay spousal support after signing a prenuptial agreement ahead of their extravagant Italian wedding in 2014. The former couple – who have split a £1.5 billion fortune, including mega mansions in LA's Hidden Hills and Malibu beach, plus a ranch in Wyoming –…

Love dramas THE LATEST HOOK-UPS, MAKE-UPS AND BREAK-UPS He's dated a string of A-list stars including Ariana Grande, and Kate Beckinsale, and now comedian Pete Davidson has gone public with newlysingle Emily Ratajkowski after his romance with Kim Kardashian ended. Pete, 28, and model Emily, 31, were spotted courtside at Madison Square Garden for the NBA game between the New York Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies last week. Pete sat next to long-time celebrity couple, Ben Stiller and wife Christine Taylor, while Emily was seated next to Jordin Sparks and her husband Dana Isaiah. The new couple – who are said to have been set up by mutual friends – have also enjoyed dates in Brooklyn and a “Friends-giving” celebration last week in New York City. Last month, Emily enjoyed a…

She's had one of the most tumultuous times of her life, but Rebekah Vardy put her embarrassing legal defeat behind her as she enjoyed a lavish holiday away with her husband Jamie and their children last month. And insiders say the trip away left the 40-year-old mum-offivefeeling more loved-up than ever with Jamie, 35. A source tells Closer, “It was just like a second honeymoon for Becky and Jamie. They've had a really difficult year, so this trip was exactly what they needed. Although the kids were with them, they still spent some quality time together on their own and felt like teenagers again. SUPPORTIVE “They feel closer than ever at the moment. After all they've been through, they're relieved to be in a good place right now.” In July,…

It's been three months since leaked voice notes appeared to show Ferne McCann allegedly bashing her former BFF Sam Faiers, calling her a “narcissistic bitch” and body-shaming her. Now, insiders have revealed Ferne – who claims the voice notes were “manipulated” – is keen to have a private meeting with Sam, 31, to talk through everything and ask for forgiveness. The source tells Closer, “Ferne has been desperate for a meeting with Sam and has been bombarding her with messages – as well as speaking to Billie [Sam's sister]. She and Sam almost came face to face at the Pride of Britain Awards recently, and Ferne thinks it's only a matter of time before they rub shoulders again. She doesn't want to cause a scene, so has instead been angling…

‘BREAK OUT OF THE BOX YOU'VE BEEN PUT IN’ Growing up as the daughter of a sweet factory owner and a seamstress, Catherine started tap-dancing classes at a hall in her small Welsh village at the age of six. Three years later, she landed a West End role in Annie and at 22 was cast in her first TV role. Catherine became one of the nation's most-loved actresses for her role in classic British show, The Darling Buds Of May. Fed up with being pigeonholed into the “pretty girl” box, Catherine upped sticks and moved to the US, landing a blockbuster role in The Mask Of Zorro in 1998. She has since said, “It was really hard for me back then to get into straight acting. It's like, ‘Oh, she's…

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INSIDE OLIVIA'S FRIDGE ● Apples ● Eggs ● Butter ● Tabasco sauce ● Jalapenos ● Truffle paste ● Peperami ● Pepsi Max ● Oranges ● Cauliflower ● Chicken ● Cucumber ● Butternut squash ● Bagels ● Broccoli ● Peppers ● Steak ● Brussels sprouts ● Salmon ● Carrots ● Potatoes ● Mushrooms ● Skimmed milk ● Semi-skimmed milk ● Rosé wine OLIVIA How much do you spend per week? About £75 for myself and Alex. I'm on a diet plan for five days of the week, then at the weekend we go a bit rogue and eat out quite a lot. Describe your daily diet… In the morning, I either have porridge or a little pot of beans, sausage and potato that you stick in the microwave. Lunch will be…

ALL ABOUT YOU! BEAT CHRISTMAS PARTY NERVES Being forced to socialise with colleagues is what one in 10 employees most dislike about their job, but it can be good for you No one should feel forced into socialising, and if you can't stand such situations, explaining that you have other plans will suffice as an excuse. However, if you want to get the most out of your work world, strengthening relationships with colleagues is likely to pay dividends. Christmas parties offer a more relaxed setting, where senior management often loosen up and show their more human side, which can be great for breaking down barriers. After a few wines, you may also end up chatting with other employees who you don't know very well, which can lead to new connections…

1 ‘MIX UP SUITING’ Karl says, “A suit is so versatile – you can restyle them for work, dress down with denim and sass up with textures and different trims. I love a velvet or satin suit for Christmas – both timeless. A white blazer is office appropriate, but with a disco pant it instantly gives you a stunning party look.” 2 ‘ADD A SHOULDER PAD’ “Shoulder pads will make blazers look more expensive, more structured and more considered. A great way to make a high-street piece look designer.” 3 ‘DRESS WELL FROM UNDERNEATH’ “Seamless underwear is essential – but from experience, so many claim to be seamless and are actually not entirely. M&S and Spanx are the exception – they're always my goto. Also, have your bra size checked regularly because your…

Jacqueline Jossa, 30, on making a comeback to the soap for Dot's funeral… What's it like being back? I was really nervous because, no matter what, it's always such a big thing to be at EastEnders. But when I got there, it just felt like being back at home. The two episodes are very emotional from top to bottom because there are so many layers. Where do we find Lauren? She's still the same, but maybe grown up a little bit. Obviously, she's upset to lose Grandma Dot. Your favourite memory of June Brown? None that I can share because she was so cheeky! June was always so kind, and she was brilliant. FOLLOW OUR LIVE TWEETS OVER AT @CloserOnline…

IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Over the next 12 months, you have to allow everyone in your life to go at their own pace. Don't try to push people forwards when they're not sure what they want to do next. Get this right and it can really be a turning point year for you in relationships. SAGITTARIUS 22 NOV -21 DEC The Full Moon this week is triggering your Love Zone at the same time sex planet Mars enters as well. Add it all together and there are some “interesting” times ahead. For some there's frustration, for others, an ex returns. Tread carefully! Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope…

6-12 DECEMBER CAPRICORN 22 DEC – 19 JAN Are you trying to pack too much into your schedule as it is? Then avoid shoehorning even more! Everyone needs to go at a steady pace, get enough sleep, and so on… Your challenge now, if you choose to accept it, is to go easier on yourself. Slow things down. Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope AQUARIUS 20 JAN – 18 FEB Hang on in there! You nearing the end of what has been a very long and gruelling cycle. If you can keep going until March (only a few months!), you will emerge from one of the most challenging cycles you're going to experience for the next 30 years. Resilience is key. Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope PISCES 19 FEB…

With a little help from her friends and family, craft queen Stacey Solomon is glueing and glittering her way to the perfect homemade Christmas. The festive BBC special Stacey Solomon's Crafty Christmas will explore budget-friendly ways to cut costs and upcycle, as Stacey transforms a neighbouring barn into the ultimate Christmas grotto. WINTER CHEER And one of those friends helping create some festive cheer is organiser extraordinaire Dilly Carter. When asked about what makes the show so magic, Dilly says, “It's Stacey, obviously! The show is about achievable family fun that everyone can do. I think that's really important given the circumstances we're in at the moment, and the show is about bringing everyone together. That's what Stacey does best.” After working together on Sort Your Life Out, Dilly, 41,…

When devout Mormon Holly Jane started uploading sexy photos of herself to content subscription service OnlyFans, she had no idea she was about to be hunted down by her church's bishop. Mum of three Holly, 39, signed up to the photo-selling site in August 2021 after being inspired by a news story on TV. But soon word got out about her new business venture and she was subjected to a grilling. Holly explains, “I don't know how the bishop found out, someone might have snitched. He kept texting me asking to meet and I knew what it was going to be about. Eventually he came to my house and demanded to know about my work, and I told him to get out. “He hasn't stopped texting me since and is…

After splitting from her husband after seven years in 2020, Coronation Street's Katherine Kelly has found love with Line Of Duty star Tony Pitts. The new couple went public at the Dancing With Heroes Ball in London last weekend, with Tony, 60, photographed with his arms around Katherine, 43, while she placed her hand seductively on his shoulder. Now a source says the couple are “smitten”, adding, “Katherine couldn't keep her hands off Tony and was stroking the back of his head ail evening. Katherine is incredibly happy with Tony and it's clear they are a really good match.” The pair are also said to have met each other's children and been on holiday together. They are thought to have been dating for several months after first meeting when they…

It's been six weeks since sources confirmed Helen Flanagan had split from her footballer fiancé, Scott Sinclair, but the former Coronation Street actress is looking better than ever after posing in a range of festive undies on social media last week. Advertising the new Marks & Spencer range, Helen, 32, looked every part the Hollywood bombshell as she wrapped her hair up in a towel and applied red lipstick while pouting for the camera. Her former co-star, Catherine Tyldesley commented, “So beautiful”, while model and footballer's wife Erin Borini added, “I own most of those sets and want to send them back now! They don't look like that on me.” Her latest sultry snaps come as glamorous Helen appears to be enjoying a month of parties and events, after attending…

As Heather Easton watches her 10-month-old daughter Sophie playing happily, she knows how different their first Christmas as a family will be compared to last year. Back then, she and her husband Mark were in Ukraine awaiting Sophie's arrival via their surrogate, Vita. EXCITED This year, they'll celebrate Christmas at home in the UK surrounded by family and friends – and Vita and her family will be celebrating here too after Heather helped them flee the war. Heather says, “We're all excited about Christmas and can't wait to watch Sophie open her presents. “I can't believe that last year she wasn't even born, and we were in Ukraine waiting for her birth. “It's all down to Vita that she is here with us, and that we have a family at…

SKINCARE What I love most about Beauty Pie's products is that they're for everyone. Myself, Rosie and my mother all use them, so they really are for everyone, regardless of your age. I can't live without their SPF, we should all be wearing it underneath our foundation or even at home on a cloudy day because UV rays are so harmful. I also use the Super Retinol, which is superb. BEING ON SCREEN I love watching reality TV shows, but I wouldn't like to do any. I've just presented drag show Queen's For A Night, and I'd love to do more of that. It had such heart. We have such a big drag culture in this country with Danny La Rue, Stanley Baxter, Dame Edna and Lily Savage. DREAM GUESTS…

I'm tired, I'm bored, I'm over it. It seems people only want sex on dating apps. They may masquerade as wanting an emotional connection but, in reality, when presented with that the default reaction is simply a desire to hook up or have a casual relationship. And quite frankly I am exhausted by it. I don't mean to come across as bitter or defeatist, I'm simply frustrated and no, not in a sexual way – although that seems to be all anyone wants to talk about in relation to dating. I'm in full support of apps that facilitate hook-ups, sharing kinks and what not, but when I am on a dating app to meet someone in the hope of a relationship, it infuriates me how many men simply just want…

LOCK THE CAT FLAP The door for your pet is more likely to assist an intruder if it is too big, so install a lock for further protection. LIGHT THE GARDEN Having the areas outside of your property well-lit makes it a lot harder for burglars to get in discreetly. USE TIMERS Smart plugs can be used like a traditional timer switch, but you can operate the lights in your home remotely. KEEP VALUABLES OUT OF SIGHT If possible, move the most valuable items in your home to a safe that's built into a wall. If you don't have a safe, store them so they can't be seen through your window. Burglars most frequently target cash, electronics and expensive jewellery they can see on display. TIDY THE GARDEN More than…

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Closer TV TV WEEK: 10-16 DEC 1 MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT UK: CHRISTMAS REUNION A SEASONAL SPECIAL SUN 11 DEC, 9PM, E4 The cast from series one and two reunite in this Yuletide special (hooray!) – but will it be full of seasonal cheer, or are we more likely to be pouring the sherry ahead of a big ol’ bust-up? From the show's first outing we've got Alexis, Amy and Nikita. From series two there's couple Zoe and Jenna, Chanita, Jordan, Pjay, Duka, Adrian, Thomas and Johnathan. Who's been naughty, who's been nice… and who is single? “We're excited to bring two casts together and see what new connections might form across the dinner table, and even under the mistletoe,” says a C4 bigwig. Let action commence! 2 JOELYCETT V DAVID BECKHAM:…

For a minute there, Vern, we thought you were stuck inside a loo. Thankfully, someone pointed out WC is also the World Cup… Tbh, Scott, the only hotels we can afford start off like a crime scene. There's a reason why we always travel with antiseptic wipes. GRUMPY GRAM ITV reveal that Wacaday is making a comeback – but in a sinister twist, Mallet's Mallet is being replaced by Arnie's ‘Ammer. Hasta la vista, kids – you're going home with brain damage!…