Table of contents for Issue 1147 in Closer

‘SHE’S WORRIED THAT BY TAKING A STEP BACK, GINO MIGHT TURN ON HER JUST LIKE PHIL DID’ Making a fresh start with the launch of Bear Grylls’ Bear Hunt on Netflix last week, Holly Willoughby, who also made her Dancing On Ice return last month, appeared to be putting a tough few years behind her. But insiders say that while Holly has moved on from the turmoil surrounding her former best friend Phillip Schofield’s shock exit from This Morning in 2023, the mum-of-three has been ‘unnerved’ that her name has been thrust into the limelight again amid the latest scandal to envelop the daytime show - as chef Gino D’Acampo faces over 40 complaints of inappropriate behaviour. A source says, ‘Gino’s sacking, coupled with all the allegations which are surfacing,…

He’s the mastermind behind Britain’s Got Talent - and with every season, Simon Cowell is joined by his right-hand woman, Amanda Holden. Having presented the show alongside Amanda, 53, for 18 years, Simon, 65, gushes, ‘Amanda’s our BGT queen and she deserves that crown. She was an interesting booking because we’d offered the role to Cheryl Cole, as she was known in those days.’ Revealing that Cheryl ‘freaked out’ a week before filming, Simon was left hunting for a third judge – saying, ‘I just knew it had to be Amanda because I’d just met her and I really liked her. She was very funny and I thought she’d fit the show perfectly. Fast-forward 18 years, and she’s still a huge success.’ And it isn’t only a fellow judge that…

Another year, another reality TV crossover! This time it’s Love Island x TOWIE as season 11 star Matilda Draper - who left the villa with candyman Sean Stone - is joining boyfriend of four months Roman Hackett in Essex. They chat to Closer about their reality romance, even teasing their nicknames for each other… You two seem to have gone from strength to strength since revealing your relationship in December! R: When you know, you know. When you’re in love, you’re in love! M: We’ve spent so much time around each other. All of my friends see Ro as one of their friends - they love him to bits. All of his family and my family are really close too. You’re a part of the TOWIE family now, Matilda, but…

When Christine Haycox wakes up on a Sunday morning, her day is a far cry from how it used to be six years ago. Instead of bowing her head in prayer in a church in Leeds, she is now the one being worshipped - by her younger husband, Hamza, in their home in Tunisia. Grandmother Christine met her beau when she was 67 and began teaching English online. Christine, now 73, was taken aback by how attractive her international pupil was. ENERGY Tunisian student Hamza Dridi, then 33, was 34 years younger than Christine and the same age as her son but, despite everything, sparks flew between the two. In a fit of spontaneity, Christine flew to Hamza’s hometown in Nabeul, Tunisia, and embarked a whirlwind romance unlike any she…

Setting up her tent in a campsite in Windsor, not far from the royal castle, Louise Glover rolled out her sleeping bag for the night. But this wasn’t a weekend glamping break - the tent was now what she called home. The former Playboy Model of the Year, whose career saw her partying with Hollywood stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Snoop Dogg and Paris Hilton, was forced to declare herself homeless in the summer of 2024 after her landlord hiked her rent at a time when she was already struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. Louise, who also starred in the Scouting For Girls music video She’s So Lovely, had no choice but to start living in a tent, and when winter hit, she found herself sofa-surfing. Louise says, ‘Circumstances can…

STRENGTHENING NIACINAMIDE Reduce hair loss and boost growth with a high-performance serum powered by niacinamide, aminexil and ginger extract. Apply directly to your scalp to strengthen strands at the root. REPAIRS DAMAGED HAIR HYDRATING HYALURONIC ACID A renowned skin hydrator, hyaluronic acid is also a great way to repair hair that’s damaged from heat styling or colouring. OGX’s shampoo and conditioner will leave your locks looking silky soft. SALICYLIC SAVIOUR You might know salicylic acid as a blemish-busting ingredient, but it’s also amazing at exfoliating your scalp. It removes dead skin cells and balances oil production for healthierlooking hair. SMOOTHING SQUALANE If you struggle with dry and frizzy locks, incorporate this weekly hair mask into your routine. It’s supercharged with squalane and omega-9 to deeply hydrate, for visibly softer and…

I NEVER SKIP MY DAILY WALK… No matter how busy life gets, I always carve out time for a walk because it’s my sanity saver. Yoga is another staple in my week, helping me feel strong, both physically and mentally. And when I really want to let loose, you’ll find me dancing and singing - it’s pure joy! SOCIALISING KEEPS ME GROUNDED… Life can get chaotic, but I make sure to prioritise friendships. A weekly pub quiz with my mates is a non-negotiable, and weekend karaoke sessions are the highlight of my social calendar. Connecting with loved ones reminds me what life’s all about. I SUFFER FROM TINNITUS… Sleep sounds, like the soothing hum of a box fan, have been a game-changer for both me and my partner. Even when…

‘When bread and butter pudding and cinnamon rolls meet in the middle, you get this squishy, sweet Cinnamon Roll Pudding!’ PINCH OF NOM’S SLOW COOKER CINNAMON ROLL PUDDING STEP 1 Cut the bread slices vertically into 3 strips. Roll the strips of bread up into spirals and place into the bottom of the dish of the slow cooker. STEP 2 Put the milk, eggs, cinnamon, sweetener and vanilla in a jug or bowl and whisk together until smooth and combined. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the bread slices and leave to stand for 10min. STEP 3 Cover with the lid and cook on low for 2hr 30min-3hr, or high for 1hr 30min. The custard should be set, and the bread will be beginning to brown and crisp around the…

DAMIEN: ‘Everyone thinks about Bergerac in such a positive light’ Damien Molony, 40, on starring as the iconic Jersey detective Was it daunting taking on a reboot of such a classic show? Any time I would talk to someone about Bergerac, they were like, ‘Oh my God, I used to watch that with my parents in the living room on Sunday night.’ It had that wonderful glow of weekend family time, so everyone thinks about Bergerac in such a positive light. We were just coming in with a different version of it, and trying to pay respect and pay homage to the original, but not trying to recreate it. How was it stepping into John Nettles’ shoes? I wasn’t trying to become his character. He did such an unbelievable job for…

It can be difficult living in your sister-in-law’s shadow, especially when that in-law is Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales. And in yet another bruising week for Meghan Markle, her charitable efforts have seen her compared to Kate - and cruelly dubbed a ‘disaster tourist’. Meghan, 43 - who shares Archie, five, and Lilibet, three, with husband Prince Harry – revealed to her 1.7m Instagram followers her latest good deed, asking famous pal Adam Levine, lead singer of Maroon 5, to help her track down a Billie Eilish T-shirt for a fan who’d been caught up in the recent LA fires. Not only was the Duchess dubbed a ‘name dropper’, but after visiting neighbourhoods affected by the fires with Harry, 40, the couple were described as ‘disaster tourists’ when images…

● Try to expose your children to differing viewpoints, and be aware of what they are consuming online. ● If you notice they are developing an affinity to an influencer like Tate, don’t simply tell them that the views are dangerous or wrong – discuss these with them. ● Explain why the things that toxic online influencers say aren’t necessarily true, and can be hurtful to people, particularly women. ● Ensure that your boys are raised to see women as people, not just potential girlfriends, or ‘conquests’ as influencers like Tate would tell them. ● For help on how to keep your child safe online, go to internetmatters.org…

Reality TV star Chloe Ferry shocked her followers last month by announcing her plans to go under the knife in a bid to correct previous cosmetic surgery. Since stepping into the public eye aged 19, Chloe has reportedly undergone dozens of procedures. She took to Instagram to reveal she felt ‘naïve and vulnerable’ while navigating her new-found fame. She said that despite feeling cosmetic surgery ‘would solve all [her] problems’ she was left ‘suffering more depression, anxiety [and] physical discomfort.’ Chloe added that by sharing her journey, she hoped her followers would learn from her mistakes and have a better understanding of cosmetic surgery and all it entails. Chloe is just one of many young women turning their back on fillers and tweakments In favour of the au naturel look,…

Since her divorce from Kanye West three years ago, Kim Kardashian - who was once happy to play the rapper’s ‘muse’ - has been forced to continuously tow the line between protecting their four children and speaking out against her ex’s worsening hate speech and vile publicity stunts. NO-WIN POSITION But while Kim, 44, has always defended Kanye’s behaviour following his bipolar diagnosis, a source now says the rapper’s latest sick stunt - which saw him try to sell clothing emblazoned with the Nazi symbol and launch a pro-Hitler rant on social media earlier this month - has tipped her over the edge. And with rumours that Kanye has now split from wife Bianca Censori - after instructing her to drop her coat on the Grammys red carpet recently to…

Six months after calling it quits, Molly-Mae Hague has given an update on her relationship with Tommy Fury. Speculation recently swirled that Molly-Mae and Tommy, both 25, had rekindled their romance after reportedly sharing a kiss at a New Year’s Eve party. Now, the Maebe founder has addressed the rumours - with a representative saying, ‘Molly is focusing on what’s best for herself and her daughter while co-parenting… Others’ opinions on her relationship is not her focus or her concern. Only she knows how she feels.’ Molly-Mae’s statement comes as Closer previously reported that the couple were back together. Revealing that close friends think they’ll elope, the source says, ‘They’re still in love, they still want to get married, and they still want to have more kids.’ The couple finished…

Next’s Self collection If you’re anything like us, you’re probably on the lookout for a stylish yet affordable refresh this season. If so, Next has got you covered. Its new Self activewear collection is full of wardrobe heroes, and with prices starting from just £8.99, you can update your wardrobe for the cold weather with all those cosy essentials - think soft loungewear, comfy leggings, gym-wear that doubles as all-day-wear and the cosiest hats and scarves. Shop in-store or online now. CHIC AND COSY ESSENTIALS GET HER LOOK SELENA GOMEZ The 32-year-old looked pretty in a pink tweed dress paired with buckle-detail pumps. Letting her outfit do the talking, Selena kept her accessories simple, completing the look with soft waves in her hair and a natural make-up look - perfect…

She’s a mum-of-three who juggles a hectic family life with multiple businesses, but Billie Shepherd always looks red carpet-ready. Now the former TOWIE star reveals one of the secrets to her success is fasting - the celebrity dieting trend beloved by the likes of Jennifer Aniston and the Kardashians. Billie, 35, says that adopting intermittent fasting has helped boost her energy levels, feel less bloated and improve her overall wellbeing. She tells Closer, ‘It’s great, I feel so much better and have more energy. Getting started in the first day or two can be tricky as I can get hungry but, once you’re in the rhythm, you feel so much better. I try to eat my last meal before 6pm and not eat again until midday the next day. HEALTHY…

Supercharging your brain doesn’t just make it easier to remember your shopping list (although it helps). These simple steps from leading neuroscientists Professor Barbara Sahakian and Dr Cliristelle Langley will help you feel mentally sharper, make it easier to adapt to life’s challenges and reduce your stress levels. Ultimately, they’ll help you improve your mental health and resilience, so you Can live life to the max. ● Brain Boost: Healthy Habits For A Happier Life by Dr Barbara J Sahakian and Dr Christelle Langley (Cambridge University Press £14.99) is out now. SHARE EXPERIENCES Need an excuse to get together with family or friends? Professor Sahakian and Dr Langley say our brains are designed for social interaction, and this plays a vital role in brain development. Not only do frequent social…

Hayley Tepliakov, senior saving manager at Yorkshire Building Society, says, 1) Regularly check your spending, comparing it to previous months or years to identify trends. 2) Forget ‘buy now, pay later’ - think ‘save now, spend later’ Try budgeting and saving to pay for items in full when possible. 3) Try the 50-30-20 rule Use 50% of your salary on essentials, 30% on lifestyle spending and pleasure, and 20% into savings. 4) If you’re able to save, review where you keep it, rather than leaving it in your current account. Perhaps open a separate savings account and set up a transfer just after payday, and you can earn interest on top. THE Boost For more quick fixes to boost your money visit The Boost UK on Instagram.…

Her show-stopping outfits, age-defying looks and killer body have become one of Britain’s Got Talent’s biggest talking points over the years - with judge Amanda Holden’s risque wardrobe often overshadowing the show’s acts. And now insiders say the 53-year-old mum of two has been going all-out to ensure she continues to wow fans and retain her sex symbol status. A source says, ‘Amanda’s turned herself into a pin-up in her fifties and loves all the attention and praise. But with that comes a lot of pressure, so in the lead-up to filming, she ramps up the ante with her fitness, diet and beauty regime and turns it into a full-time job, which she’s militant about - doing whatever it takes to blow viewers’ socks off and hit the headlines.’ Amanda…

‘SHE JUST ISN’T SURE SHE HAS ANY FIGHT LEFT’ It seemed a move to Italy could finally put their feud to bed - but with Lauryn Goodman seen packing up the contents of her Sussex mansion, a source tells Closer that Annie Kilner is close to breaking point. It’s been far from an easy ride for Annie, 33, since husband Kyle Walker was forced to publicly apologise last year, after admitting to fathering a second child with his former mistress Lauryn, 34. FRESH START Last month, the Manchester City footballer announced a fresh start was on the cards, with him relocating to Italy to play for AC Milan. Despite having filed for divorce, it was reported that Annie and her sons would join Kyle abroad. However, it isn’t just Annie…

In a black corset accessorised with a dramatic flick of black eyeliner and a bombshell blow-dry, last week Jacqueline Jossa seemed a million miles from the teen who fell in love with TOWIE hunk Dan Osborne back in 2013. But over a decade on and their relationship - which saw them wed in 2017 - is still hitting headlines following years of drama, with even more split rumours circulating last month when Jac was spotted without her wedding ring following the sale of their gorgeous £1.6 million ‘forever home’ and Dan purchasing a new house in his own name. So much so that Jac, 32, defiantly said last week that she is ‘done’ with constantly having to defend her marriage to Dan, 33, adding, ‘People seem to think they know…

She’s still navigating her split twoand-a-half years after separating from husband Paddy McGuinness, but Christine McGuinness was all smiles on the red carpet with BFF Duncan James. Christine, 36, and Duncan, 46 - who’s all loved-up with boyfriend of six years, Rodrigo Reis - recently took their friendship to the small screen, appearing together on Celebrity Hunted last month. Speaking about that experience, the mumof-three - who shares twins Leo and Penelope, 11, and Felicity, eight, with ex-husband Paddy - admitted, ‘We had the best time filming Celebrity Hunted. Duncan is my best friend he’s probably my only friend! He makes me laugh so much and is such a great friend.’ The reality TV star - who tied the knot with comedian Paddy, 51, in 2011 after four years of…

With reality TV stars fast becoming superstars and influencers with millions in the bank, it seems Victoria Beckham - who transformed herself from ’90s pop star to fashion mogul - is already clocking onto the trend. Now, Victoria, 50, could be set to turn ‘momager’ to her daughter, Harper, 13, and has planned for her to play a big part in her upcoming Netflix series later this year, which will chart Victoria’s own rise to stardom. And a source says Posh’s unlikely idol for her daughter is KUWTK star Kylie Jenner who, with an estimated £719 million net worth, has amassed most of her staggering wealth through her company, Kylie Jenner Cosmetics - a savvy business move made off the back of her huge social media influence. Our insider says,…

The realm of plastic surgery and aesthetic treatments has been typically dominated by women. But now, in an age of social influencers and the continued hangover of online meetings post-pandemic, the past two years have seen a staggering 70% increase in men seeking plastic surgery or aesthetic procedures. Experts have named the rise everything from the ‘Zoom Boom’ to the ‘daddy do-over’, with men becoming more and more likely to pop out for some lunchtime ‘Brotox’. Harley Street practitioner Amar Suchde tells Closer, ‘Modern men want to look fresh and increasingly more masculine - they’re looking to add strength and structure to their faces. The rise of metro sexuality means more men want to look their best.’ HARRY DERBIDGE TOWIE’s ultimate sweetheart, Harry, 30, has undergone a huge transformation over…

1 DUVET DAYS Fancy adding a little comfort to your cover-up? Try swapping your standard denim jacket in favour of this quilted style which not only looks super stylish, but feels oh-so-soft to touch. 2 SHORT & SWEET You heard it here first… the mini skirt is back! Taken from Maisie Smith’s collection for George at ASDA, this retro style is perfect for wearing with Western boots and an oversized jumper. 3 FIND YOUR FIT Remember, jeans come in many different washes, styles and fits, so just because one shape may not have worked for you in the past, it doesn’t mean you can’t find a style that does. When shopping, try on a variety of different fits to find the right one for you. 6 MIX & MATCH Wearing head-to-toe denim is…

Over 80% of people give up on their resolutions within the first two weeks of the new year so, by February, almost all of us have given up completely. But rather than feel bad about it, remember that it’s important to be kind to ourselves at this time of year. When we have shorter, darker days, there is a shift in our mood and levels of fatigue. And lack of energy often means lack of motivation! Life is hard for a lot of people at the moment too, so you need to think about what you have the capacity for. Sometimes, the best set intention is to not change anything and just remove stress and expectations. If you do wantto make some changes, I prefer to call them intentions rather…

How much do you spend? Around £150 per week. I shop at Sainsbury’s and Aldi for my essentials. I also visit my local Asian supermarket for wonky veg boxes. While the veg might be a little bruised, it’s still edible! Describe your daily diet… I start my day with a coffee with honey and milk and a large glass of water, followed by a protein shake. For lunch, I like to eat a couple of boiled eggs I prep in advance and keep in the fridge, with some avocado and tuna. I’m usually really busy recipe testing, so it’s a great grab-andgo lunch that is packed with protein to keep me fuller for longer. Every day, without fail, we have curry and rice for dinner. It varies between chicken or…

About half of all Brits say dementia is the health condition they’re most afraid of - and with good reason. It can be very hard to watch a loved one go through it. But even if dementia runs in your family, you won’t automatically get it. Dementia is a complicated condition, but knowing the facts can help reduce your risk. IT’S NOT ONE ILLNESS Dementia isn’t one condition - it’s an umbrella term for a group of different symptoms that affect the brain. You’ve probably heard of Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia, but there are over 200 types. Pauline, 65, has young-onset dementia, which means she was diagnosed before the age of 65. THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Although dementia is technically a number of different diseases, they…

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18-24 FEBRUARY THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN PISCES 19 FEB - 20 MAR You’ve been caught between a rock and hard place so far in 2025. On one hand, you’ve had to oblige your personal limits, while on the other, you’ve just wanted to let go and have some fun. This week, throw a little caution to the wind and enjoy! Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope ARIES 21 MAR - 19 APR Life on the home front has been nothing short of stops, starts and general frustration since the year began. Luckily, your headstrong nature has helped you push through emotions during times you might otherwise give in or give up. The toil you’ve endured will soon be worth it. Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope TAURUS 20 APR…

GRUMPY GRAM Poor Janelle. She wanted to make a statement with those shoulder pads, but hadn’t bargained for what they’d do to her posture. Someone call for an osteopath NOW!…