Table of contents for Issue 1011 in Closer

She was forced to delay her dream Las Vegas wedding last summer due to the pandemic, but while Kerry Katona has already chosen her dress and the venue in Sin City, the Only Fans star recently dropped the bombshell that she and fiancé Ryan Mahoney have now cancelled their big day. While fans were gearing up to watch Kerry, 41, walk down the aisle for the fourth time after becoming engaged to personal trainer Ryan, 33, in 2020, she revealed, “We’re in no rush, we’re engaged and we’re happy as we are. If we do it, we do it. If we don’t, we don’t.” Her U-turn on marriage is a huge shift for Kerry, who previously told Closer how her traumatic childhood – which saw her witness her mum attempt…

When Emily de Rean wakes up in the morning, she doesn’t face the stress of a commute. Instead she has relaxing coffee, before checking her TikTok – on which she has over 50,000 followers. She is one of a rising number of women who have left work to stay at home, supported by their significant other. But she rejects the term ‘housewife’, preferring ‘stay-at-home girlfriend’. Government figures show that in December last year, over 15 million women in the UK were in work, with nearly 10 million working full time – but earning on average around £100 a week less than men. Emily champions women being free of the trappings of a stifling corporate job and encourages them to find a partner who can support them in their passions –…

She beamed with happiness after saying “I do” to her long-term beau, Martin Bojotos, aka ‘Boj’ last week, as former Big Brother winner Kate Lawler, 41, finally got her ‘happily ever after’. Donning a diamanté headpiece with a trailing mesh veil, the mum-of-one looked incredible in a fitted, off-the-shoulder lace gown as she excitedly left a swanky Shoreditch wedding venue alongside her dapper husband. The glowing bride jubilantly thrust her bridal bouquet into the air as she greeted guests and excited crowds who gathered to celebrate the newlyweds. And while she radiated joy on her big day, Kate’s happiness was a far cry from the difficult times she experienced following the birth of her daughter, Noa, 18 months ago, which thrust her into severe post-natal depression. OPENING UP Opening up…

Viewers have fallen in love with them after watching their hilarious and relatable antics on ITV reality show, The Family Diaries, and now Billie Faiers and Greg Shepherd have announced they are set to welcome their third baby. The couple and their two children – Nelly, seven, and Arthur, five – posted a family snap from their recent holiday in Abu Dhabi, which shows Nelly sweetly kissing Billie’s growing baby bump. Billie, 32, wrote, “Baby number 3 we can’t wait to meet you. We are so happy and excited.” Fans flooded the family with messages of congratulations, with celebrity friends including Kate Ferdinand, Ferne McCann and Helen Flanagan also commenting on their happy news. Billie’s sister Sam was also one of the first to share her well wishes after welcoming…

Ella: ‘I’m going to strip it back and be real’ Ella Rae Wise, 21, says, “When I first started I was brought in because I looked different. Then they saw me blending in with everyone else as time went on. But I don’t want to blend in. I’ve come away from that typical Essex look of having filler and Botox. I used to get my lips done a little bit and I used to get foundation sticking in my lines because I’m such a frowner! “I now do aesthetics and semi-permanent make-up – beauty spots and filler on the side. That’s what I have been doing while I haven’t been filming. “But this is a new series and new me. I am going down a different road. I am going…

On the morning of 14 December 2012, six-year-old Jesse Lewis excitedly bounced downstairs. He was looking forward to a special day in the run-up to Christmas, where parents were invited to come into school to make gingerbread houses with their children. Jesse’s mum, Scarlett, now 53, was separated from his dad, Neil, who took Jesse to school that day. Scarlett remembers watching as Jesse wrote ‘I love you’ surrounded by hearts, into the frost on her car door as he left. It was the last time she saw her son alive. At 12:02 that day, 20-year-old Adam Lanza, walked into his former school, Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut, USA, and committed one of the worst mass shootings in history, killing 20 children aged six and seven and six adults. TERRIFIED…

He was famously a party-loving bachelor in his younger years but Simon Cowell proved he’d done a serious U-turn last December when he proposed to his long-term girlfriend Lauren Silverman – mum to their eightyear-old son Eric. The music mogul – who has been dating Lauren for nine years – is said to be in the midst of wedding planning, with rumours flying that Simon will be marrying the American socialite, 44, imminently, in a lavish London ceremony. NO DATE SET And Sinitta, his former flame-turned-confidante and close friend, tells Closer that although a date hasn’t yet been set for the wedding, it’s in the works. Sinitta – who is currently on tour in the musical Chicago, playing Mama Morton after replacing Gemma Collins – says, “A date hasn’t been…

Whether you want to Boost your mind, body, soul, finances, relationships, love life or style, we’ve got recommendations for things that actually work. Scan the QR code for more tips or search for @TheBoostUK on Instagram! PERFECT THE POWER POSE Nervous or shy? Standing slightly wide-legged with your chest out, hands propped on the hips will make you feel taller, wider, and more powerful. Famously used by Beyoncé, psychological therapist Emma Kenny believes everyone should try it, “Assertive body language paired with eye contact and a lovely empathetic smile will convey that you’re confident and ready for conversation. The opposite; crossing your arms signals that you’re either defensive or scared. You’re far more likely to win people over if you look approachable, standing tall with your shoulders back.” CREATE DISTANCE…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK Benign is a medical term, which simply means something is not cancerous – not that it’s not serious or doesn’t deserve treatment. Some experts have suggested that it’s being overused in gynaecology, and that is normalising conditions like endometriosis (when tissue similar to the womb lining starts to grow in other places, causing pain and heavy periods), prolapse (when one or more of the organs in the pelvis slip down and bulge into the vagina) and heavy bleeding. They say that this means women are waiting too long to be treated. Cancer will always come first, and that’s right, but the number of women waiting more than a year for gynaecological treatment in England increased from just…

I worry in this digital age that we’ve lost the art of courtship in the real world. We’re now all (me included) so reliant on our phones for dating, entertainment – everything really – that I’m not sure we know how to fully function without it. I’m depressingly nostalgic for the past, when I would meet dates in the queue for the cashpoint, in the park or at a bar. Each time it started with eye contact, and what I would always call “eye flirting” – looking at them, looking away, looking back, and continuing the dance until one of us made the move and initiated conversation. And that was the first hurdle over – the rest of the dating process was equally as complicated, but let’s focus on the…

HELPING YOU SPEND WISELY, SAVE MORE AND EARN BETTER Buying a home is hard enough, but often when you find your dream place, you can be met with jargon that’s confusing or even downright off-putting. From “investment opportunities” to various government schemes, we’ve called in the experts to clarify some of the most common terms, as well as reveal the pros and cons. HELP TO BUY “Help to Buy helps first-time buyers get onto the property ladder with a five per cent deposit, ” says Daniel Copley, consumer expert at Zoopla. “It’s only available for new-builds, and the price of the home you can buy depends on where you live.” The government loans you up to 20 per cent of the property’s value (rising to 40 per cent in London).…

DESK TO DINNER Emulate This Morning’s Rochelle and wear a waistcoat as a top to refresh the classic suit. If you wouldn’t wear heels for work, switch to sleek white trainers and fuss-free gold jewellery for extra polish. SPECIAL OCCASION On a night out, go for a bold block, slouchy trouser suit with a same colour/ different shade top. Or wear as separates: try a blazer over mini dresses and trousers with a white tee and sandals for day. SEASIDE ESCAPE Floaty printed trousers are your summer friend. Whether worn over a swimsuit or with a vest and linen shirt, the options are endless. Pick colours from the print and go matchy-matchy on accessories. PICNIC TIME For picnics and playdates, go for comfy-but-chic drawstring trousers. Liven up with clashing prints…

EASTENDERS FINALLY, THEY KISS Tameka Empson picked up the Best Comedy Performance gong at this year’s Soap Awards, and we can see why. You can rely on Kim Fox for doling out the LOLs, and this week is no exception – when she forces a reluctant Howie to perform as a Grime act at Lily’s party. Things don’t quite go to plan, but it does lead to a KISS between the pair – and it’s down to Denise to dole out some sisterly advice when Kim isn’t sure if she can love Howie after what happened with Vincent… There’s also romance in the air for Eve and Suki (OMG), plus dramz at the grand opening of Peggy’s – when a shot is fired! HOLLYOAKS MISBAH IN COURT Last year, Misbah…

MUST READ The Summer Trip (ISABELLE BROOM) It’s been 18 years since Ava spent the summer on the Greek island of Corfu, but she has never forgotten what happened or who she left behind. Now, as she prepares to wave her daughter off to university, Ava’s life seems a million miles away from the one she dreamed about as a teenager – a life now being lived by her sister. She decides to return, and it looks set to be a holiday that will change all their lives forever. If you’re heading off on holiday this summer, this is the book you need in your suitcase. BEST DAY OUT Standon Calling Taking place in the heart of Hertfordshire, Standon Calling Festival is back and better than ever. Kicking off on…

‘SHE HAS STRUGGLED TO RECOGNISE HARRY AS THE SAME PERSON SHE LOVED AND RESPECTED FOR YEARS’ This week marks the celebration of Prince William’s 40th birthday – just a fortnight after his grandmother the Queen marked her 96th over the Jubilee weekend And while the royals celebrated in spectacular style with days of tradition and a spectacular parade, it’s believed Prince William’s day will be a quieter affair at the Palace with wife Kate and their children – Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis – as well as a few close friends. But despite the happy family occasion, insiders have revealed that Kate, 40, has been left feeling “heartbroken” that William will be unable to celebrate his milestone birthday with his younger brother, Prince Harry. And while Kate and…

Closer’s psychological therapist Emma Kenny says, “The foundation of feminism is that women have choice and power. “However, the two key things that make our lives meaningful are purpose and responsibility. I worry about women who choose this lifestyle – you devote yourself to a man and your lives together, but what will that actually give you in 30 years’ time? “Why are women feeling like careers aren’t for them? Probably because they don’t believe they can achieve their dreams. “The average woman does 70 per cent of the housework and even more of the childcare. We are exhausted, frustrated and not very good at delegating, so is there anything more of an escape route than finding a rich man who says you deserve better? It’s the Hollywood fairytale that…

They had been married for 14 years and have two children. But the acrimonious divorce case between actors Alice Evans and Ioan Gruffud is getting messier by the day. The actress, 53 – who shares daughters Ella, 13, and Elsie, eight, with her estranged husband – last week claimed that Ioan, 48, had been successful in having his domestic violence restraining order against her extended although she denies any allegations of abuse. Alice added that the cost of the case is racking up, and said, “I am running out of money to feed and clothe the kids.” Ioan took out a temporary restraining order against his wife in February this year, citing a string of abusive messages she had allegedly sent him as she came to terms with him walking…

EVERY WEEK WE BRING YOU A BRILLIANT FORMER ISLANDER We’re only in week three of Love Island, but already the show has been completely mad! I’m absolutely loving all the shake-ups and drama, and the storylines that are playing out. For me, so far, the star of the show has been Ekin-Su, 28, who came in as a bombshell in week two. That woman was made for the Love Island villa! Her kiss with Jay was wild, and I do think out of order, to be honest. It’s great to watch but I did feel a bit for Davide – I think Ekin-Su was wrong, and she knew it. She’s very entertaining though. You can tell she knows all about how the TV world works, and that she’s an actress.…

‘DON’T UNDERVALUE YOURSELF’ Born in 1972 in Detroit to mum Judge Molly Ann Beitner and dad Elliot Beitner, an attorney and member of the US democratic party, it wasn’t until she was three years old that Selma was actually given her name. Her mother admitted that the pregnancy had been unwanted – she already had three daughters – and had simply written “Baby Girl Beitner” on her birth certificate. After cruelly being dubbed “mean baby” by some other children in her neighbourhood for her defined eyebrows and androgynous look, Selma’s admitted she spent a huge part of her life undervaluing her self-worth. Growing up with dreams of becoming a ballerina or a horse trainer, at 18 her English teacher suggested she should follow the arts, but Selma says she had…

• Chef John says, “For chicken shawarma I use a quick marinade, then layer the chicken in a loaf tin to keep it succulent in the oven.” CHERRY AND ALMOND FRIANDS MAKES 12 • 150g unsalted butter, melted • 100g plain flour • 225g icing sugar, plus extra for dusting • 100g ground almonds • Pinch salt • 6 egg whites • 1tsp vanilla extract or paste • Zest ¼unwaxed lemon • 200g cherries, halved and pitted • 50g flaked almonds STEP 1 Heat the oven to 180°C/fan160°C/ gas mark 4. Brush a 12-hole friand or muffin tin with some of the melted butter. Dust with a little of the flour and tap out any excess. Let the remaining butter cool a little. STEP 2 Sift the remaining flour, icing…

Both my sons watched parts of the Depp versus Heard case and what I found most surprising was how quickly they decided who was guilty, and who was innocent. They made their judgements on key behaviours they noted, as opposed to considering the evidence. More and more, we see these kinds of snap judgements occurring without any due process, so as parents we need to ensure we are helping children understand what they’re seeing. GIVE KIDS CONTEXT Trials by social media are damaging on many levels, yet they are becoming more common, plus we often see people treating one another badly, arguing or even being abusive on shows like Love Island or TOWIE. If your kids watch these shows, they are having this behaviour normalised. As an adult, you understand the…

STALE PASTRIES These can be revived by toasting, or spritz them with water and reheat in the oven. PAST–THEIR–BEST FRUITS Make them into a delicious dessert called a “fruit fool”, made by stewing the fruit with sugar, then sieving and adding to custard. BENDY VEGETABLES Boil, blitz and make into soup, or use in a stew. CARCASSES Boil with onions and herbs to make a stock, which can then be frozen and pulled out when needed. •Tips from OLIO co-founder Tessa Clarke…

HOLIDAY HERO From the beach to dinner, this easy-going dress is a vacay staple. H&M £69.99 MULE IT OUT Made with extra padding for comfort – and they come in nude too. NEXT £3 PUFF PERFECT Pair with linen trousers on sunny days or jeans when it’s a little cooler. ZARA £29.99 TREW COOL Tone down these funky trousers with a boxy T-shirt for modern hippy vibes. BERSHKA £35.99 LIGHT LAYER A delicate crochet cardigan cover-up will add a fun factor. MONKI £25 SUN SHIELDER Ease yourself into the trend with a fun accessory. OLIVER BONAS £34 FESTIVAL CHIC Take the hard work out of festival outfitplanning with this statement knitted skirt. WAREHOUSE £79 WOVEN WONDER Style with denim shorts and a white shirt, or a bikini for hitting the…

NEW SERIES 1 AIDS: THE UNHEARD TAPES MUST-SEE DOCUMENTARY MON 27 JUNE, 9.30PM, BBC1 This three-part documentary tells the story of the British AIDS crisis in a unique and compelling way. Forty years ago, the ‘gay plague’ arrived at a time when homophobia was rife, and a group of researchers recorded audio interviews with infected men and their friends. These were archived in the British Library and have never been broadcast before, but now this series brings them to life with actors who lip-sync to the original voice recordings, along with modern-day contributions from those who lived and worked through it. Powerful and unmissable. FACTFILE The series starts with the death of London gay club Heaven barman Terry Higgins in 1982 and ends in 1995 with the emergence of the…

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They’ve been dating for eight months but Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson’s relationship appears to have gone from whirlwind romance to something more serious after the comedian was spotted taking her children out on a day trip last week. They’ve also been sharing loved-up snaps on social media, and, along with dyeing his hair to match Kim’s peroxide blonde locks, 28-year-old Pete has dedicated three new tattoos to her – including the initials of the four children she shares with ex-husband Kanye West, 45. Kim, 41, has been looking better than ever, after admitting she suffered an identity crisis following her split from designer and rapper Kanye last February. She was photographed last week looking slim and happy as she wore a tight black dress and neon thigh-high boots while…

Her gorgeous new glow-up, her blossoming career and her risqué sense of humour seem to have won over everyone – including married co-host Dermot O’Leary, who recently described the TV star as a “catch”. And last week, after previously sharing her struggles with dating and admitting she lacked confidence in forging meaningful connections with potential partners, mum-of-one Alison revealed she’s met “someone special”. Accidentally outed by a red-faced Dermot when he let slip she was no longer “available” live on air, Alison, 47, told This Morning viewers, “There’s someone special in my life. Thank you, Dermot, for telling everyone but there is somebody I’m dating. “He makes my heart sing and I feel content, he enriches my life in ways that I can’t explain.” MYSTERY While the identity of her…

Her lavish and star-studded wedding to fiancé Sam Asghari was thrown into chaos earlier this month when her ex-husband Jason Alexander entered her Californian home and attempted to gatecrash the ceremony. And now insiders say the after-effects of the scandal have taken a toll on Britney Spears, and that she’s been beside herself ever since – so much so that it’s affected her and Sam’s plans for a romantic honeymoon. Jason – who Britney drunkenly eloped with to Las Vegas in 2004, before having the marriage annulled just 55 hour later – sneaked into the mansion she shares with model Sam, 28, before the ceremony. Live-streaming himself making his way through the house, he shouted Britney’s name, and told guards she had invited him. “She’s my first wife, my only…

Their fairytale romance began when they met on the second series of Love Island in 2016. Now, six years later, Olivia Buckland and Alex Bowen have just welcomed their first child together. Taking to Instagram to announce their happy news, Olivia, 28, introduced the new baby to her three million Instagram followers, who the couple have named Abel Jacob. “My heart aches, ” she added. “It is the hardest feeling to explain. I never understood it when I was told, until now!” Alex, 30, commented on the photo, “Literally everything, ” before telling his own 1.6 million fans, “The day our lives changed for the better, 10/6/22.” Despite originally coupling up with other people in the villa, it soon became clear that Olivia and Alex only had eyes for each…

Former Made in Chelsea star Chloe Green has stayed out of the spotlight for months following the pandemic, and when she and boyfriend Manuele Thiella emerged from her dad’s super-yacht last week, the Topshop heiress was photographed with a blossoming baby bump. Holidaying in St Tropez with her yacht-broker beau, who she is thought to have started dating in 2020 following her 2019 split from ex-convict-turned-model Jeremy Meeks, Chloe, 31, showed off her pregnancy in a long satin slip dress, before changing into a floating pink kaftan for a day at the beach. Chloe, who is the daughter of retail mogul Sir Philip Green, is already mum to four-year-old son Jayden, who she co-parents with Jeremy, and Manuele is said to also have a daughter from a previous relationship. A…

Ever since she was a little girl, Eva Ostrowska had dreamt of marrying the love of her life in a big white wedding. But when she discovered that her fiancé had slept with someone else two months before their big day, she knew she had to create her own happily ever after. Ditching her cheating partner, Eva, now 33, chose to marry herself instead. She says, “I was devastated – all my hopes and dreams for our future together were crushed. But instead, I chose to love and honour myself. It’s great being married to myself, and I have no regrets.” Eva met her partner on Tinder in 2015, and after one year together, they got engaged. The invites had been sent out, family members had booked hotels, Eva had…

This time last year, I was in the Love Island villa and what a rollercoaster ride it was! I had highs and some lows, but I wouldn’t change anything about my time in there because I left with the man of my dreams – Teddy Soares – and we’re still going strong. People said it wouldn’t work for us in the outside world, but it has. I think when you leave the villa, you either sink or swim, and luckily for us, we’ve only got stronger. We live together now and that’s gone really well. I think that’s mainly because we’re both tidy – we don’t have any bickering about whose clothes are on the floor. We’re also in the process of getting a dog – we’re ready to be…

INSIDE ELLA’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Radishes • Chorizo • Greek yoghurt • Ketchup • Cadbury’s Fruit & Nut chocolate • Lettuce • Broccoli • Peaches • Houmous • Satsuma • Cheddar cheese • Plums • Chicken fillets • Baby sweetcorn • Sweet chilli sauce • Mackerel • Bacon • Green beans • Carrots • Semi-skimmed milk • Asparagus • Strawberries • Sauvignon Blanc • Pinot Grigio ELLA How much do you spend each week? About £350. I live with my mum and stepdad. Mum cooks all our family meals so between the three of us, we get through a lot of food. Describe your daily diet… I always need a cup of tea to start the day but I’m not big on breakfast, maybe just a slice of toast…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Many of us have experienced love blindness, where we fall in love with the idealised image we have created of a partner, rather than the real, flawed, imperfect human. You don’t notice their bad habits, or you categorise them as unique quirks – but fast forward a few years and you may look at your partner differently. As opposed to finding their jokes funny, they make you cringe, and that personality you once found enthusiastic may now seem overbearing. Remember that no one – including you – is perfect. Staying in a loyal and committed relationship isn’t easy, but if you only concentrate on the aspects of your partner’s behaviour that you no longer like, you’re doomed.…

TV CHEF GOK WAN, 47, ON HOW HE LOOKS AFTER HIS BODY AND MIND EVERY MORNING I SMILE FOR 60 SECONDS… I think it triggers your brain into thinking you’re happier than you actually are. I also do breathing exercises. I TAKE COD LIVER OIL… I take about eight supplements – vitamins B, C and D, a multivitamin, lysine for cold sores, and echinacea. I feel a difference if I don’t take them. I HATE NOT HITTING 10,000 STEPS… I get outside with my dog, Dolly, every day and make sure I reach my step count. MY BEAUTY REGIME IS MY MEDITATION… I have a strict skincare routine before bed. I cleanse, tone and moisturise with eye cream and serum. It programmes your brain for sleep time. Then I use…

IN THE NEWS TIMELESS SUMMER NEUTRALS AT RIVER ISLAND The high-street hero has teamed up with model and designer Sofia Richie to curate a summer edit of modern classics. The gorgeous collection boasts sophisticated cuts, including an oversized natural linen suit and an easy, breezy T-shirt midi dress that’s going straight into our virtual basket. The colour palette of earth toned neutrals is a summer dream. Available in sizes 6-18. EVERYBODY’S WEARING... NEON YELLOW Our favourite celebs are packing a style punch this season in bold, bright yellow and we can’t get enough of their sunshine dressing. Recreating the A-lister look couldn’t be easier thanks to an array of highlighter–hue buys on the high street. Try top–to–toe yellow like Emily In Paris star Ashley or opt for a classy co–ord…

1 BUFF THE ROUGH Battling hardened heels is easy with a pair of exfoliating socks, infused with natural acids. Wear for up to an hour before rinsing away, and over the coming days, skin will become baby-soft. For smaller patches, use a foot file. 2 TREAT WITH A MASK Pamper your feet with a mask to fix dryness and soften hardened skin. Pop on a pair of booties filled with hydrating goodness, or slather on an overnight cream and wake up to silky smooth soles. 3 TOP UP WITH CREAMS Keep feet in top condition by using a moisturiser every day. Opt for fast-absorbing formulas that condition all day, without feeling sticky. Massage into skin, spending extra time on any areas prone to roughness. 4 PREP NAILS If you wear…

21-27 JUNE IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You have a fabulous birthday chart this year. First and foremost, you have excellent relationship stars. Even relationships that have felt tired or problematic can transform this year. Also expect good things in your career – all bases are covered! THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN CANCER 21 JUNE-22JUL There is currently so much goodness in your horoscope. The Sun is moving back into your sign so you should start to feel rejuvenated. You have great energies around friendships and your most important relationships, including a romantic partnership. Visit yasmindboland.com for your daily horoscopes LEO 23 JUL-22 AUG There are a lot of very positive energies around but rather than getting out and lapping them up, you would do well to just feel…