Table of contents for Issue 1106 in Closer

She appeared to put her husband’s controversy aside last week as she partied the night away with her fellow Spice Girls at Victoria Beckham’s starstudded 50th birthday bash. Donning a £760 wedding frock, Geri Horner, 51, put on a confident display in the absence of her Formula One boss beau, Christian Horner, 50, who has been embroiled in a sexting scandal with a former colleague since February, something he has strenuously denied. And insiders say the star has been leaning on her former bandmate for advice in her bid to bounce back from the recent controversy. The source says, “Victoria has been a tower of strength and support to Geri over the last couple of months, which have been some of the worst of her life. “If anyone knows what…

Smiling from earto-ear as he looked lovingly down at his wife Anne-Marie Corbett’s blossoming baby bump, Ant McPartlin looked happy and settled last week as the couple enjoyed a lunch date in London. The first-time dad-to-be, 48, and Anne-Marie, 46 – who are expecting their first child together after marrying in August 2021 – were joined by pals Jamie Redknapp and his wife, model Frida Andersson. Anne-Marie, who is already mum to two teenage daughters from her marriage to businessman Scott Corbett, was also spotted cradling her bump while doting Ant protectively held her hand. Although the couple, who first met when Anne-Marie worked as Ant’s PA during his 12-year marriage to Lisa Armstrong, are notoriously private, Ant has previously spoken out about his wish to become a dad. Candidly…

The KarJenner brood could be expanding, with both Kylie Jenner and Khloé Kardashian said to have babies on the brain. Kylie, 26, shocked the world after confirming her relationship with actor Timothée Chalamet, 28, last September, and last week rumours swirled that the business mogul – who shares children Stormi, six, and Aire, two, with rapper Travis Scott, 32 – could be pregnant with her third child. The speculation started after comedian Daniel Tosh claimed that Kylie was planning to announce her pregnancy during the season five finale of reality show Kardashians. Indeed, eagleeyed fans spotted that Kylie refrained from making an appearance at the family’s Easter celebrations, before stepping out in a black baggy tracksuit at a family funeral. Elsewhere, Khloé Kardashian, 39, is reportedly considering a third baby…

Battling grief led to binge eating, then Grace Dudley’s bid to lose weight helped her find love… As her legs buckled under her weight and she crashed to the floor, Grace Dudley knew she was at rock bottom. Losing her beloved dad had sent her into a spiral of grief and outofcontrol food addiction. In an attempt to regain control of her 27st body, Grace booked bariatric surgery in Turkey. Recovering in Istanbul, a chance meeting with another health tourist, Terry, changed everything. She was there for a gastric bypass and Terry was there for his teeth. But the attraction they felt was more than skin deep. Now Grace has dropped more than 11st and life with Terry is as transformed as her looks. Despite online haters who insist he…

We’re used to seeing him on our screens guiding Married At First Sight contestants through the first few weeks of the experiment, but now Paul Brunson is here to share his relationship advice with you. Whether you are single, dating or in a long-term relationship, Paul has tips for finding love online and diffusing rows, and reveals the habits that are integral to his 22-year marriage… • TUI BLUE has partnered with relationship expert Paul Brunson to help new couples navigate their first holiday together. Visit tui.co.uk/thebigbreak to uncover your TUI BLUE itinerary for a harmonious holiday as a new couple. MAFS UK is available on Channel 4 Streaming. FIGHT FAIRLY Arguments are always going to happen in relationships, but Paul says agreeing boundaries is really important. He says, “Even people…

INSIDE HELEN'S FRIDGE • Eggs • Lettuce • Smoked salmon • Cream cheese • Cheddar cheese • Chicken breast • Pomegranate • Salmon fillets • Coriander • Mango • Broccoli • Red onion • Baby potatoes • Milk • Baking potatoes • Spinach • White wine • Rosé wine HELEN How much do you spend? About £60 a week. We don’t tend to do a big family food shop, it’s more as and when we need it so we don’t overspend. Describe your daily diet… For breakfast I like a hard-boiled egg. Sometimes I swap to a bowl of muesli with a glass of apple juice. Lunch will probably be Ryvita crackers with some smoked salmon and cheese. For dinner, I always like to have my protein, my vegetables and…

RELATIONSHIPS YOU CAN SPLIT AMICABLY Comedians Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont are keeping their divorce friendly. Anna explains how that can work… I’m saddened to hear Jon and Lucy have decided to split. I believe every relationship should try to work through conflict, but if it’s got to the point where you’re both deeply unhappy, it’s the right choice. Many parents stay together for their children, but a happy home life divided between two homes is always preferable to an unhappy home with everyone under one roof. To split amicably, I’d advise seeing a couple’s counsellor. It gives you an opportunity to work through any anger, fear, upset and worry and then exit with a metaphorical handshake. A trusted friend could also act as a mediator for tricky conversations, to…

AFFORDABLE TREATS! GET HER LOOK HEIDI KLUM The model made the case for the cherry red trend recently while walking to work, sporting a bright leather button-up shirt with a pair of blue jeans and a matching trench coat. Get Heidi’s look for less… IN THE NEWS… MILLIE’S NEW EDIT Friends Like These has teamed up with former Made In Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh on a brand-new collection for spring/summer. The 40+ piece edit, co-designed by Millie, is a curation of warm-weather heroes, offering a range of options from soft linens to co-ords and maxi dresses. Available exclusively online at Next.co.uk, this fab collection is all you need to make getting dressed a breeze this season. FASHION WORTH TALKING ABOUT! RUFFLE REVIVAL Adjoa Andoh The writer and director paired an…

VA VA VOOM This stunning lampshade will add opulence and a sense of grandeur to your lounge. JUNGLE FEVER Bring modern safari vibes to your room with this eye-catching design. RUSTIC VIBES Don’t be afraid of experimenting with textures – this rattan piece creates beautiful shadows. DIP-DYE This soft-pink Ombre style is made with slim bamboo panels and will transport you to sunnier climes. BREAKFAST BAR Inspired by nature, this instantly elevates any room. It’s petite too, making it ideal for a small dining area. CURVE APPEAL A timeless monochrome lampshade is a striking centrepiece and can add a touch of luxury. FLORAL FANCY The hashtag “bloomcore” celebrates all things botanical, and this piece is bursting with Spring vibes. ON TREND Scallop edges and stripes are everywhere this season, and…

The residents of Albert Square are in fora treat when singerand actor Oily Alexander arrives in Walford for a surprise visit. Having been rehearsing nearby, Olly makes a pitstop to reconnect with old friend Johnny Carter - and is given a hero’s welcome by well-wishers ahead of his Eurovision Song Contest performance. The celebratory feel in the air also inspires one local resident to pop the question (with the all-important answer yet to be revealed). Olly filmed the scenes in March, and says he loved meeting some “screen legends”.…

‘ SHE’S AT THE STAGE IN HER CAREER WHERE SHE’S READY FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES ’ Holly Willoughby is going all out to make sure that her new show is a major hit, as she prepares to jet off to South America for her hosting role. Hoping to follow in the footsteps of fellow Brit Michelle Keegan – whose Netflix show Fool Me Once turned her into an international household name overnight – sources reveal that Holly, 43, is keen to go all guns blazing into her latest project in order to also crack the States. STATESIDE SUCCESS And that includes upping her exercise routines, having regular facials and making sure she eats a clean diet. “Holly’s determined to make this show a huge hit – not only because it’s her…

After losing her much-loved cousin Jamie following years of hospital operations, Georgia Wilding made an extraordinary decision: she decided to give one of her kidneys to a total stranger. “I was devastated when we lost Jamie,” explains Georgia, 31, from Newcastle. “I wanted to do something as a legacy to him, so I decided to donate one of my kidneys and potentially save a life. It made perfect sense to me.” AMAZING Georgia’s generosity might sound remarkable, but she’s far from alone. In fact, NHS England recently announced a major milestone. One thousand people in the UK have now donated a kidney to a stranger, since the law was changed to allow this back in 2006. Lisa Burnapp, Consultant Nurse and Associate Medical Director, Living Donation and Transplantation, NHS Blood…

‘ HE WANTS EVERYTHING TO BE SORTED PRIVATELY AND TO MOVE FORWARD ’ The Kyle Walker, Lauryn Goodman and Annie Kilner love triangle has dominated headlines in recent months – and now reports have claimed that Lauryn is planning on heading out to the Euros in Germany this summer, risking a potential face-to-face with Annie. A source has revealed that Lauryn, 33 – who shares son Kairo, four, and a 10-monthold daughter with the Manchester City player, 33 – has been telling friends, “I am determined my children will get to see their daddy playing for the Three Lions this summer.” Annie, 31 – who has reportedly rekindled things with Kyle – also plans to be in Germany with her and Kyle’s kids, Roman, 11, Riaan, seven, Reign, five, and…

Having started out as a presenter on Popworld in 2001 when she was just 16, Miquita Oliver’s broadcasting career spans decades. She’s gone from TV presenter to podcaster and even pops up on our screens with her famous mum, Andi, to chat about the telly on Celebrity Gogglebox. But despite having achieved so much, Miquita tells us that turning 40 this week has put her into a wistful state of mind. REFLECTIVE “Turning 40 means a lot. Actually, it means everything! It’s making me feel very reflective and like I need to put my big girl pants on and do this properly,” she tells us. “I’ve been scared about getting older since I was 17, but I have to remind myself that there is a real opportunity in the beginning…

She’s been single for four years since her split from Liam Payne following the birth of their now six-yearold son, Bear – insisting, “I’m learning I can be fine by myself”. But as Cheryl, 40, prepares for her big comeback with Girls Aloud this summer, pals say she’s also hoping to reignite her love life and find personal happiness at the same time. A source says, “While Cheryl has loved spending the last few years being a hands-on mum raising Bear, she’s eager to start focusing on herself and her own future – telling pals she’s ready for her comeback both professionally and personally. EXCITED “Being back out on the showbiz scene and preparing for the reunion tour has given Cheryl a much-needed confidence boost as well as a reminder…

She made a shock comeback to TOWIE earlier this month after a six-year hiatus from the ITVBe show, with her return being revealed as the most watched launch episode in three years. And as we catch up with Lauren Goodger, she says her feet haven’t touched the ground in recent weeks. “I’m absolutely shattered – but I’m surviving,” says Lauren, 37, who shares twoyear old daughter, Larose, with ex Charles Drury. “I’ve just moved house, I’m a single mum and I’ve been busy filming TOWIE – after this week, I’m turning my phone off!” HEALING She adds, “It’s been stressful, but coming back to TOWIE feels like home. There’s no drama and it’s great to be with Amy Childs – she’s been asking me to come back for two years…

“An espresso martini is one of the most instantly recognisable cocktails, so I wanted to create a sweet trifle that gives a nod to this popular drink.” SARAH WORDIE’S ESPRESSO MARTINI TRIFLE STEP 1 Pour the cream into a heatproof bowl and warm for 20 secs in a microwave. Stir the coffee granules into the warm cream until dissolved. Set aside to cool. STEP 2 Put the mascarpone in a mixing bowl and add the icing sugar. Pour in the coffee cream and stir to combine fully. STEP 3 Put the vanilla custard and dark chocolate in a saucepan and warm over a low heat. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside to cool. STEP 4 Cover the base of a…

Ever experienced a boomerang boy? You know, the types that vanish from your life, only to come back round when you least expect it? If you’re actively dating, you’ll no doubt have a large number of conversations happening in tandem and, often, ones on multiple apps as well as on social media and WhatsApp. But how many of these have remained hanging? Either you’ve not replied or they’ve not replied. I can hazard a guess that there’s more of those than there are ones where you’re still in correspondence. When I first ventured into dating many moons ago, I tried to be as polite as possible and answered every message and kept every conversation going, until I discovered no one did that and the best way to show your lack…

Switched to selling pre-loved clothes on Vinted to avoid fees? You now have more options because eBay has announced it’s canning fees for buying and selling pre-loved clothing! WHEN IT STARTS Free selling applies now, but it also includes items that were already listed on ebay.co.uk before 8 April, but that haven’t sold yet. WHAT’S CHANGED Now, selling pre-owned clothes on ebay.co.uk is free for UK-based private sellers, so you no longer have to pay transaction fees (final value fee and regulatory operating fee) when they sell. That used to be 12.8% of the total amount of the sale + 30p per order plus 0.42% of the total amount of the sale. WHAT’S EXCLUDED This is just for clothes, it doesn’t include accessories, hats, footwear, watches, bags or jewellery. WHEN…

1 DRESS TO IMPRESS This sky-blue frock will not only add an injection of colour to your wardrobe, it can also be restyled up or down with a simple change of accessories. 2 BAGS OF FUN Swap out your plain handbag for this chic option from River Island. The blue stripes draw on summer vibes, while the bag is large enough for all your everyday essentials. 3 SUMMER BREEZE A linen dress like this one will become your saviour on hot days. Not only does it look great, but the light, breathable fabric works to regulate your body’s temperature, ensuring you stay cool and collected. 4 COLOUR CRAZE MODERN CLASSIC You can easily layer this long-sleeved top under other pieces on colder days or wear alone when the sun is shining. A…

1 THE RESPONDER SEASON TWO LANDS! SUN 5 MAY, 9PM, BBC1 This gritty and utterly gripping drama about a morally dubious cop working the night shift in Liverpool was a massive hit when it aired in 2022, and now it’s back for a highly anticipated second season. The action kicks off six months after the last series, and urgent response officer Chris (Martin Freeman) is still dealing with the fact that his wife Kate (MyAnna Buring) has left him for dodgy copper Raymond (Warren Brown) - but now she’s thinking about moving to London and taking Chris’ daughter with her. Meanwhile, his previous police partner, Rachel, is working with a more conventional officer… for now, at least. Can Chris deal with his demons and stay on the straight and narrow for…

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30 APRIL-6 MAY THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY Recent dramas might be keeping you up at night, but, overall, you have amazing stars, including the Sun back in your sign re-energising you. You’re also more gorgeous, with the planet of beauty, Venus, now in Taurus. Love life looks promising too! Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope GEMINI 21 MAY – 20 JUN Now isn’t the time to pick an argument with a friend. Angry Mars moves into your Friendship Zone which means you may want to thrash any misunderstandings out, but mind how you go; it will be too easy to get too fired up and go too far! Chase your dreams instead. Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope CANCER 21 JUN – 22…

GRUMPY GRAM Poor Mark’s furious when he notices a grease stain on his brand-new tee… cheer up, fella, just use a bit of white vinegar (NB: you’ll smell like fish ‘n’ chips for a few weeks).…

AmandaHolden and Lauren Silverman are joining forces to help Simon Cowell as he struggles to cope amid the return of Britain’s Got Talent. After 17 years on our screens, Simon, 64, is panicking as viewing figures for the launch on 20 April peaked at just 5.8 million viewers – compared to the 13.36 million it pulled in during its heyday. CHECKING IN An insider tells Closer, “Simon is pinning his hopes on this year’s series. The show’s success means so much to him and he takes it very personally if it doesn’t do well – he will do everything to keep it on air. In the US, America’s Got Talent regularly pulls in over 10 million viewers, and that is Simon’s target for this year’s BGT. “As the live shows…

With almost 6,000 people currently awaiting a kidney in the UK, NHSBT Associate Medical Director, Lisa Burnapp, explains why nondirected altruistic donors are “game changers”. She says, “Since the pandemic, we’ve seen an increase in the number of people waiting for a transplant. That’s very sad for us, because we’d worked hard for 10 years to bring the list down and thanks to more people being willing to donate organs, we’d managed to achieve that. “Dialysis is incredibly intrusive. It takes up an enormous amount of time. And it can only replace certain functions of the kidney. It will remove waste products and it will stop you building up fluid in your body, which is dangerous, but it doesn’t replace the hormonal activity of the kidneys and all the other…

Luxuriating in the comfort of the bridal suite, Rebecca Holberry reflected happily on her wedding day. But there was no need to share the king-size bed with anyone, because this wedding didn’t feature a groom – to celebrate her 40th birthday she’d married herself. She’d always wanted to get married and even planned her wedding meticulously with Pinterest and Excel spreadsheets. But after two tough break-ups, she decided she wanted some time by herself. It turned out she loved the single life, and as Rebecca approached 40, she discovered she no longer even wanted to get married… to someone else! She says, “Instead, I wanted to celebrate myself and all the challenges I’ve overcome!” MOOD BOARDS Rebecca, from Stockport, first started planning her wedding in 2011 after being out of…

Six weeks after calling it quits, Love Island’s Molly Marsh and Zachariah Nobel are back together. Confirming that Molly, 22, and Zach, 26, are giving things another go, an insider says, “They’ve got a really strong bond. They never stopped talking in the weeks after the break-up.” Zach recently ran the London Marathon, with one fellow runner allegedly writing on a fan forum, “Molly greeted him at the end, and they seemed very much back together”. The couple met on Love Island last summer, before their whirlwind romance came to an end in March – and they removed all trace of each other from their social media.…

GET FRUITY Volvic’s new Touch Of Fruit sugar-free sparkling range features fab flavours Strawberry, Mango Passion and Lemon & Lime. £1.15 single can, £3.40/multipack. From supermarkets. SNACK ATTACK For a healthy alternative to crisps, try Love Corn. The snack packs are perfect for sharing and are under 200 cals per 45g. RRP £2.20/115g from Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Ocado. CHOC CRUNCH Bonne Maman’s new Crunchy Hazelnut Chocolate Spread is perfect for spreading on toast, croissants, warm crumpets and waffles. £3.20/250g from Tesco and Sainsbury’s.…

ENTREPRENEUR SPENCER MATTHEWS, 35, ON HOW HE LOOKS AFTER HIS BODY AND MIND ICE BATHS MAKE ME FEEL ALIVE… People say that if you put your body through deliberate physical stress, you will feel calmer in daily situations that induce stress, because your brain has already dealt with difficult physical conditions. DENTAL HEALTH SHOULDN’T BE NEGLECTED… I use my Oral B-iO electric toothbrush, which cleans far better than an average manual toothbrush. Not brushing your teeth can lead to a negative impact on not only your health, but your self-confidence as well. I INCORPORATE FASTING INTO MY ROUTINE… I did a 24-hour fast during Pilgrimage on BBC2 and realised I had huge amounts of energy throughout that day and was on top form. Fasting plays a huge role in keeping…

BLUSH CRUSH An ultra-hydrating formula that combines hyaluronic acid and squalane to give a healthy glow. GLAZED GLAM A lippy with the cushiony moisture of a balm while giving vibrant colour with ultra-glossy results. The gold standard of lipsticks for under £8. NO-BUDGE BROWS After tons of volume? Put this tint at the top of your list. It’s long-lasting and is enriched with a care complex to hydrate brow hairs. ON THE LASH For lots of volume, this mascara lives up to the hype. It packs on plenty of shine and lift without clumping or feeling too heavy. ACE BASE We’re so impressed with this silky serum foundation, which gives luminous coverage and a your-skin-butbetter finish by blurring imperfections and covering redness. BRUSH UP A seriously good set of brushes…

How does it feel to be doing it for the girls? We are so excited to be back and to share the stories of these girls! They are open and honest in their search for love, so get ready for a whole roller-coaster of emotions. I genuinely laughed and cried watching all the antics, and although this is the same format, it feels brand new. The girls bring such a different energy - and with lots of queer females on the crew, it created an incredible, joyous environment. What did you learn? I was on a learning curve with the boys, but with the girls, I actually needed a glossary of lesbian lingo to decode some of the conversations! In the best possible way, their language cuts to the chase…