Table of contents for Issue 1057 in Closer

All eyes were on the Royal Family during the coronation spectacle – with the Wales children capturing most of the limelight as Prince George, nine, Princess Charlotte, eight, and cheeky five-year-old Prince Louis won over the crowds. But the spotlight also fell on the lone figure of Prince Harry – seated in the background during the ceremony and hastily leaving to return to wife Meghan Markle back home in LA to celebrate the birthday of their eldest child, Prince Archie, four. And after Closer recently reported how Meghan has employed new management in a bid to boost her profile, insiders now reveal how, postcoronation, she's determined she and Harry will win back public support following their string of bombshell accusations launched at the royals by starting their next chapter with…

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash often share their idyllic life in their beloved Pickle Cottage on Instagram – which the couple have branded their “forever home” But last week, it emerged that their dream renovation project is in ruins after a planning application was rejected for a second time. It was revealed that the couple's plan to extend their home was denied once again, with reports saying the council were keen for the couple not to modify their 16th century property. DISTRAUGHT And sources now say the setback has left Stacey distraught. A source says, “Stacey and Joe are gutted their second bid was rejected, and while it might seem like a first-world problem, it's hampered their dreams to make Pickle Cottage their forever home. Stacey had already planned out…

They recently moved into their £3.5m Essex mansion following a twoyear renovation project. But last week, Stockport-born Michelle Keegan, 35, admitted she gets “itchy feet” down south. Revealing how she pines for her northern comforts, the former Coronation Street actress who married former TOWIE star Mark Wright, 36, in 2015 – said, “I don't understand why you can't get chips and gravy down south. I go for pie and mash but I don't like the liquor, so I get gravy and I'm like, ‘Why has gravy not taken off here?’ It's so much nicer!”’ DIVIDE Despite her marital home being in Essex, Michelle revealed she still regularly visits friends and family, in addition to taking jobs in her native city, including comedy Brassic and her latest Netflix drama, Fool Me…

Lying on a sun lounger in Tenerife, Emma Jones* looks over at her two daughters and husband walking along the beach and smiles. Five years ago, she wasn't sure there'd be any more family holidays after she opened a WhatsApp message from an unknown number. It was from a woman claiming to be having an affair with her husband, Ben* – and she'd sent photographs of them together. Emma, 51, a teacher who lives in London with Ben and their daughters aged 17 and 15, says, “I took one look and had to rush to the bathroom to vomit. They were at hotels where I'd previously stayed with Ben and she was even wearing the same jewellery that Ben had given to me – he'd obviously just bought two of…

There appeared to be trouble in paradise for Ben Affleck and J-Lo last week, after the couple were caught in yet another tense exchange. While attending an event to promote the singer's newest film, The Mother, J-Lo, 53, and Ben, 50, were pictured looking on edge during an apparent row – both pictured sternly pointing their fingers. The tense interaction left fans speculating whether their marriage could be on the rocks after less than a year. One fan wrote, “Cracks showing? Not good to be rowing in public”, as another added, “Ben looks absolutely miserable.” The latest pictures come after months of rumours regarding the couple's relationship. Earlier this year, they hit headlines after J-Lo was seemingly caught on camera at the Grammys instructing Ben to cheer up. Despite the…

Comedian Sara Pascoe has revealed that she is expecting her second child with husband Steen Raskopoulos. Sharing her joy with fans, Sara, 41, debuted her bump alongside the caption, “Here we go again. Eating for two and drinking for no one.” Sara and Australian comedian Steen, 35 – who she married in 2020 – are already parents to a three-year-old son, who they welcomed via IVF. Talking about her fertility struggles earlier this year, the Taskmaster star said, “What bothered me in my thirties was not knowing if I was going to have kids. The way society ties women's success to marriage and babies weighed heavily on me.”…

Gillian McKeith's first stint in the I'm A Celeb! jungle back in 2010 was fraught with drama when she clashed with camp mate Shaun Ryder and famously fainted after being voted by the public to complete her seventh trial in a row. At the time, the public accused her of “faking” her phobias and fainting on purpose to avoid the task, and her camp mates were less than sympathetic when they went without their evening meals. But determined to prove to herself and the public that she could do it again, TV star and nutritionist Gillian, 63, amazed viewers when she rejoined the show for the new All-Star series in South Africa. Now Gillian – who last week confronted Happy Mondays singer Shaun over the comment he'd allegedly made about…

There's no bigger trend right now than plantbased diets. But for many people, avoiding all animal products may be a stretch too far. Enter vegetarian diets, which skip meat and fish but still include dairy products, and often eggs. It's estimated that six per cent of Brits enjoy a vegetarian diet – three times more than those eating a vegan diet – and it's a huge step in the right direction for our health and the planet. Research from the University of Oxford suggests if everyone in the world switched to a vegetarian diet, by 2050 there would be 7.3 million fewer deaths and a 63 per cent drop in greenhouse gas emissions! While vegetarian diets can be a stepping stone to a vegan diet – eight out of 10…

INSIDE MELISSA'S FRIDGE ● Free-range eggs ● Butter ● Kimchi ● Sauerkraut ● Dijon mustard ● Onion chutney ● Cheddar cheese ● Ginger ● Feta cheese ● Greek yoghurt ● Houmous ● Guacamole ● Limes ● Lemons ● Tomatoes ● Basil ● Broccoli ● Spinach ● Courgettes ● Chestnut mushrooms ● Mint ● Parsley ● Peppers ● Coconut kefir ● Coconut milk ● Carrots MELISSA How much do you spend per week? Usually around £50-£100. I like to shop online for meat and order a weekly veg box. Describe your daily diet… Breakfast is a green smoothie, with banana, spinach, lemon and almond butter. Mid-morning, I'll have Brazil nuts and an apple. For lunch. I'll make a frittata with leftover veg and grated cheese. I'll have tomatoes and avocado on…

RELATIONSHIPS KEEP LISTENING TO YOUR PARTNER! It's so easy to half listen or find yourself scrolling social media while your partner is chatting, but stop tuning in at your peril! Acommon reason for relationships breaking down is poor communication. If you and your partner aren't listening to one another, or making an effort to understand how the other is feeling, neither of you will feel valued, and that has a knock-on impact on intimacy. When you're in a long-term relationship, it's common to get into bad habits and take one another for granted – for example, scanning social media apps and half listening while your partner talks about their day. That's why learning to “actively listen” is so important. Active listening is an approach where you are completely focused on…

1 HOLLY WILLOUGHBY X M&S Get Holly's chic style on a high-street budget thanks to her latest edit for M&S. It's packed with easytowear pieces like this dreamy dress, which is perfect for a summer wedding or party. DRESS £49.50, SHOES £45, BOTH M&S 2 LAURA WHITMORE X LOVE & ROSES Walk on the wild side in this bold leopard print skirt. Taken from Laura Whitmore's debut Collection for Love & Roses, this midi style will still look great even when we move into autumn – so you can really get your money's worth! SKIRT £34, LOVE & ROSES AT NEXT 3 LUCY MECK X VERY.CO.UK COLLABORATIONS If you're after easy-towear summer staples for the whole family then look no further than Lucy Mecklenburgh's debut collection for Very.co.uk. From everyday basics, like this…

INTERIORS AVAILABLE IN OTHER COLOURS SPOTLIGH ON: TESCO'S OUTDOOR LIVING RANGE T With spring underway, freshen up your garden or balcony for as a little as £1 with Tesco's new outdoor living range. Get ready for al fresco dining with colourful patterned bowls, plates and glasses, or add slogan cushions and string lights to give your outdoor space a lounge feel.…

On working with her on-screen daughter Lexi (played by Isabella Brown), Danielle Harold (Lola) says, “She's just been amazing, she's great and we all love her to bits! I'm honestly so proud of how she's dealt with the story and how sensitive she is with it; it's been so lovely to watch and work alongside. She's so well behaved on set because she knows how important the story is and how we're using our scenes to raise awareness for such an important issue. She's my little rock, and she supports me every day.” FOLLOW OUR LIVE TWEETS OVER AT @CloserOnline…

IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You have luck on your side in the coming 12 months. Lucky Jupiter will be in Taurus so, while you still need to do the hard work, the heavens are moving in your favour. Believe in yourself and anything is possible. Just don't be arrogant! TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY Lucky Jupiter moves into your sign, bringing major blessings. However, the first thing Jupiter does is clash with Pluto, so you may not feel fabulous just yet. Meanwhile Mercury retrograde in your sign ends now. It's a turning point week. Live consciously. Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope…

It's been a whirlwind few months at This Morning and, last week, even more scandal emerged as it was alleged that Holly Willoughby's friendship with co-star Phillip Schofield had significantly “cooled” – despite the duo putting on a united front on screen. Phillip then followed the revelation by issuing a shock statement addressing his relationship with Holly. In it he said, “The last few weeks haven't been easy for either of us”, and went to on to add, “Holly has always been there for me, through thick and thin.” And he fuelled speculation that he might be set to leave the show by adding, “Whatever happens we still have each other to count on,” A source says, “To those around them on set, it's become clear that Holly and Phil…

A quick glance at Natasha Howells’* Instagram page shows her enjoying nights out with friends and smiling on holiday with a cocktail in hand. What you won't see in those pictures is that Natasha, 39, suffers from anxiety – and has done since lockdown rules were enforced in March 2020. Natasha, who lives with her husband Simon*, 48, in Manchester, says, “I've lost count of the times I've said that I was last truly happy in 2019. I often say it light-heartedly, but I mean it. Life pre-pandemic was fun and while there were inevitable stresses, it was generally care-free. Then the pandemic hit, and everything changed. STRUGGLING “Even when restrictions eased, we were faced with war in Europe and a cost-of-living crisis. There's so much to worry about now.”…

It's been nearly two decades since they starred as lovers in the film Rumor Has It togedrer, but following his divorce news earlier this month, actor Kevin Costner and Jennifer Aniston could be set to reunite. Kevin, 68, was rumoured to have dated Jen's good friend Courteney Cox in the ‘90s, but married his wife, designer Christine Baumgartner, in 2004, a year before Jennifer, 54, split from her first husband, Brad Pitt. SHOCK DIVORCE However, earlier this month, dad-of-seven Kevin was left shocked when Christine filed for divorce – a move that sources say was prompted by his hectic work schedule taking him away from the family home they share with their three children, Cayden, 15, Hayes, 14, and Grace, 12, in Santa Barbara. And now a source reveals that,…

Jane Gordon* lives in Norwich with her husband and two children aged 13 and 11. She says, “I've been having an affair for 11 years with a married man who I met through work. I'm under no illusion that he will ever leave his wife and I wouldn't want him to. “We both want to keep our families intact but neither of us are happy with our spouses and we love each other. I believe having him in my life has allowed me to stay married – we see each other most weeks and those moments of happiness see me through the difficult times. “I fully accept it's morally wrong and feel guilty every day, but I have no intention of destroying two families. We are extremely careful and always…

One Direction star Liam Payne is back on the market after splitting from his girlfriend Kate Cassidy. The 29-year-old singer has separated from the American model after 10 months together, with Kate, 36, moving out of Liam's London home and back to the US. A source close to the couple says, “In truth, trying to juggle Liam's career and keep their relationship alive was always going to be tricky.” Rumours swirled of a romance last April, with the lovebirds going public in October. Liam – who shares son Bear, six, with Girls Aloud star Cheryl, 39 – recently shut down trolls who claimed Kate was a “gold digger”. He gushed “I've never felt a love like I do for Katelyn. We make each other better people. If it was just…

‘TAKE THE ROUGH WITH THE SMOOTH’ After making her stage debut at the age of nine in a school play, Joan went on to enrol as a student at famed London performance academy RADA, before being signed to a film studio at the age of 17. Winning a host of awards, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe, Joan, who was made a Dame by the Queen in 2015, also has a golden star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. Despite all of her achievements, she still remains humble about success. She said last year, “One of the things you have to realise when you've climbed that ladder and gotten to where you want to be is that the only way is down and you have to take the rough…

In his powerfully honest BBC documentary, Fighting Addiction, Matt Willis opens up about his battle with addictions to alcohol and drugs. In the documentary, his wife, TV presenter Emma Willis, goes through the diary she kept in the weeks leading up to their marriage in 2008, trying to chart what he'd drunk or taken. And the musician admits he wouldn't have coped without her by his side. He said, “I've thought about that a lot. I dread to imagine where I'd be without her… A lot of people don't have someone like that, and especially not someone that's going to stick around when you put them through hell.” In England alone, there are over 600,000 dependent drinkers, of which only 18 per cent are receiving treatment. Closer speaks to two…

VEGETARIAN SPECIAL SUMMER EATING BEETROOT, HALLOUMI, ROCKET AND PEPPERS SERVES 4 • 2 big handfuls of rocket • 4 small candied beetroot, peeled and finely sliced into rounds • 2 roasted red peppers from a jar, sliced • Vegetable or rapeseed oil, for cooking • 200g block halloumi, broken intol-2cm pieces • Extra-virgin olive oil, to serve • Lemon juice, to serve STEP1 Place the rocket on plates or a platter, then arrange the beetroot and peppers among it. STEP2 Set a frying pan over a medium heat and add a splash of the veg or rapeseed oil. Pat the halloumi dry using kitchen paper, then place in the pan and fry for about 2 mins on each side, or until golden brown. Remove from the heat and dot the halloumi…

Why is this happening again? Is tragically a regularquestion whenever my latest romantic dalliance implodes. I am yet to have a relationship work out, so I think I'm justified in posing this to myself and my long-suffering friends. The only way I've survived dating all these years (and yes, it is about survival) has been to keep changing my behaviour, my type and ultimately how I approach each situation. In the last few years, I've learned to slow down – I usually get over-excited and focus too much on the words the other person tells me. I also fail to consider that while I might only be dating them, more often than not, they are dating lots of other people in tandem. Anything goes before the chat about being exclusive. I've…

REFRESH YOUR MOBILE AND SAVE! Whether you're finding you need to charge it too often (using more energy), or you feel like you need to pay to upgrade your mobile as it's running slow, you could save by simply giving it a spring clean, as Uswitch.com mobile expert, Catherine Hiley, explains… DO AN APP AUDIT The easiest way to declutter your phone is to remove any apps you don't need. You can always download them again if you need to later down the line. CLEAR CACHED DATA Cached data is information stored on your mobile after visiting a website. Developers use it to improve your online experience. The files are usually small but, over time, they can impact your device's speed. Clear your cache in your mobile settings, under “Clear…

HERO BUYS For a Y2K vibe, stick to a slim-fit halterneck top and trouser duo – it'll never fail with heels for a night out. Tick off multiple trends in one with this bandeau top and cross-over trouser style in Taylor-approved pinstripes. Channel Frankie's look with this split-hem trouser set in popping pink. Try adding the matching blazer, too. GRAB IT IN THREE OTHER COLOURS MAKE IT WORK Midi skirts are a huge trend right now, so why not team one with your waistcoat? This versatile three-way suit will look equally great on a night out as well as the office. Team with statement sunnies and metallic-detail sandals for a chic day-to-night look.…

Closer TV TV WEEK: 20-26 MAY 1 RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 2023 GARDENING-TASTIC MON 22-FRI 26 MAY, TIME VARIES, BBC1 / BBC2 It's the nation's favourite gardening social event, with Sophie Raworth, Monty Don and Joe Swift on hand for eight days of intense coverage on BBC1 and BBC2. A “Countdown To…” show on 21 May (6pm, BBC1) kicks things off, with programming packed with advice on how to make the most of our outside space – plus money-saving ideas and solutions on how to make everywhere look fab without breaking the bank. Mary Berry, JJ Chalmers and Chris Bavin are back too. FACTFILE This year's themes include how to garden in an everchanging climate and getting out there for our health and wellbeing. 2 BEN FOGLE AND THE BURIED CITY UNIQUE…

16-22 MAY GEMINI 21 MAY – 20 JUN Expect to start to feel like life is making more sense. If you've felt stalled in terms of reaching your ambitions, that can end now. It may not be your natural go-to, but the more you can dip into your spirituality at the moment, the happier you will be. Just say “ommmm”. Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope CANCER 21 JUN – 22 JUL The good news is that your social life is about to take a turn for the better. The not so good news is that a part of that process may involve ejecting someone from your life who just hasn't been there for you. Delete any toxic relationships ASAP. You deserve better! Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope LEO…

Phillip Schofield has called them This Morning's very own “Thelma and Louise” and fans have even begged for them to have their own TV show – but insiders say Alison Hammond and Josie Gibson's friendship has been tested by the recent turmoil behind the scenes at ITV. FRICTION While Alison, 48, and Josie, 38, are both loved by viewers for their candid and hilarious interviews with some of Hollywood's biggest stars, Phillip's recent absence, followed by Holly Willoughby's bout of shingles last month, have seen both presenters cover the prime time slot on the sofa with separate co-stars. And while Alison is fast becoming TV's hottest new star, even landing the gig of hosting the BAFTAs earlier this year, an insider says she's struggling to let go of her slot…

She split from Pete Davidson in August last year, and while the SNL star has since moved on with actress Chase Sui Wonders, Kim Kardashian has remained unusually single. And now insiders say that having secured her status as one of the biggest sex symbols in Hollywood for so many years, mum-of-four Kim, 42, is now enduring one of the longest single spells of her life since filing for divorce from rapper Kanye West in 2021. The insider says, “Kim puts a brave face on things, but she's privately very lonely. “It's even more worrying that she keeps striking out with guys who she approaches or puts the word out to via her mutual friends – so this is not for the lack of trying. “Her confidence is way down,…

Film icon Robert De Niro has revealed he's welcomed his seventh child at the age of 79. The Godfather actor announced the news last week while promoting his latest film. When asked about being a dad of six, he shared, “Seven, actually. I just had a baby”. Robert also insisted it came as no surprise, saying, “How could you not plan that kind of thing?” He hasn't confirmed the identity of the baby's mother, but it's rumoured to be martial arts professional Tiffany Chen, 45. Robert already shares adopted daughter Drena, 51, and son Raphael, 46, with ex-wife Diahnne Abbott, 78, twins Aaron and Julian, 27, with ex-girlfriend Toukie Smith, 70, and Elliot, 25, and Helen, 11, with ex-wife Grace Hightower, 68.…

A career U-turn in 2017 saw Megan Mckenna quit reality TV to follow her dreams as a country singer, and now the star says only one of her former co-stars has championed her music career – The GC. Megan, 30, starred on Ex On The Beach in 2015 and Celebrity Big Brother in 2016, before joining TOWIE that same year – where she entertained audiences with her explosive arguments and ill-fated relationship with co-star Pete Wicks, 35. Now, she says that her time on the hit ITV2 show left her deeply unhappy. She says, “TOWIE was probably one of the most miserable times of my life. I loved the show and always watched it growing up. I'd just come off Celebrity Big Brother and, going in, it was literally like…

Jessica Logan, 30, who lives in Tamworth, is supporting her husband, Dale, 34, through addiction to alcohol. She says, “Matt Willis being so open about his struggles in his documentary is vital for awareness of addictions – particularly creating positive awareness that addicts aren't bad people. There are so many false stigmas around this which need dispelling. Everyone – addicts or otherwise – deserves support and a second chance, and for Emma to be by Matt's side through all this is brilliant. RESPONSIBILITY “Dale and I got together in 2015. But two years later I became really unwell. I was in and out of hospital, while doctors did tests. Dale was home alone and struggling. He was terrified of losing me and wasn't eating. “I had several surgeries as I…

She's now content in life, happily married with five children and a dog, but Danielle Lloyd says she has struggled really badly with her mental health over the years and still carries some of the scars. With Mental Health Awareness Week upon us, Danielle is bravely opening up about her battle with depression and anxiety. She tells Closer, “It's been a roller-coaster of ups and downs and mental health problems. Life is good now and I have amazing support, but I still get anxiety attacks.” ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP The former model – mum to Archie, 12, Harry, 11, and George, nine, with her ex-husband, and Ronnie, five, and Autumn, one, with husband Michael O'Neill – says she first started to suffer with anxiety in her teens when she found herself in…

INDULGENT TREAT (Co-op Irresistible Gelato, £4.75) Crafted in Veneto, Italy, these indulgent pots have layers of ice cream, with smooth caramel sauce and crunchy pieces. Available in two mouth-watering flavours – vanilla and caramel biscuit, or chocolate praline and caramel. TASTY SIP (Robinsons Squash, Asda, £2.49) Three new exotic fruit flavours, all enriched with vitamins – Immunity (orange and guava), Boost (strawberry, raspberry and acai) and Vitality (peach, mango and passionfruit).…

TV PRESENTER HAYLEY PALMER ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND I DRINK LOTS OF WATER DAILY… I've been trying to increase my water intake, as I know it boosts skin health, regulates body temperature and helps maintain blood pressure. I'VE LEARNED TO MEDITATE… I never thought I'd be able to meditate, but I started with five minutes to calm my mind and felt that it really helped me. I also started writing a list of what I'm grateful for each day. It keeps me living in the present moment. WATER IS MY THERAPY… It instantly makes me feel free and gives me a lift! Sometimes I jump in a freezing cold plunge pool or I have a cold shower too! • Catch Hayley on Saturday Night With Hayley…

AFFORDABLE TREATS! GET HER LOOK CHRISTINE LAMPARD The presenter shows how to embrace florals with ease. Not only is the midi-length ultra flattering, but a tea dress can be dressed up or down with minimal effort. Re-work with metallic accessories to give an occasion wear spin or add trainers and a tote for easy day dressing. IN THE NEWS… SUPERMARKET SWEEP What better way to start summer in style than with a little wardrobe update? What's more, it doesn't need to cost the earth as supermarket brand F&F has just launched its summer collection. Packed full of everyday essentials and holiday must-haves, there's a whole host of styles to carry you through the warmer months. So, whether you're refreshing some of your existing wardrobe favourites with an on-trend buy or…

BRILLIANT BALM This tinted lippy is a must-add to your spring and summer beauty routine. It has SPF30, and is made with natural moisturising ingredient lanolin for a formula that sinks into lips for a smooth and soft pout. LANOLIPS TINTED SPF30 BALM IN RHUBARB, £8.99 ANIMAL CRUELTY-FREE BASE WITH BENEFITS If you're looking for a foundation with SPF, we'd recommend this tinted BB cream as it's long-lasting, feels light on skin and contains SPF15 to help defend against the harmful effects of UV. GARNIER SKINACTIVE BB CREAM TINTED MOISTURISER SPF15, £9.99 DEWY DEFENCE This setting spray feels feather-light to spritz on, but still packs in enough power to freeze make-up in place. Plus, it provides UV protection and has a gorgeous glowy finish. MAKEUP REVOLUTION PROTECT SPF30 FIXING SPRAY,…

How did Maryland come about? I had an initial idea and I wrote a treatment. It was basically about two sisters finding out their mother was leading a double life, with the premise being, “How well do you really know your family?” The attraction for me was exploring how a 60-something-yearold woman would do that. It was important to have prominent characters in their 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s – people who have lived. ITV loved the idea; they wanted something that would resonate with the viewers – and I love playing real characters. This is a new experience for you. Executive producing isn't new to me – but creating an original story and developing it with a writer in a writers’ room, and being there throughout all the stages,…

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Sarah, this just goes to prove what we've always said. There's literally nothing you can do to a roast to stop it TASTING LIKE PURE HEAVEN! Enjoy! Gotta be honest, Nicki, most days it's a struggle. The first thought that goes through our minds each morning is, “What hurts today?” Don't get old! GRUMPY GRAM Redecorating her new flat has triggered Karen – she got white paint all over her new boots and the plumber hasn't connected her water supply yet so she can't wash it off. Wet-wipes?…