Table of contents for Bella 01 August 2023 in Bella

Scott Mitchell has found love again, three years after losing his beloved wife Barbara Windsor. The dementia campaigner is said to be in the “early” throes of romance with EastEnders actress Tanya Franks. The new couple – who ran the London Marathon as part of ‘Bab's Army’ over the past four years – recently enjoyed a holiday in Greece, where they shared the news about their relationship with family and friends. “Life feels really good right now and we're enjoying some special time together,” he revealed. A source said, “Scott has found love again with Tanya and is truly happy. His and Barbara's friends are delighted he's found someone to share his life with. They made the decision to update their wider circles while on holiday in Greece and everyone…

Renée Zellweger is making plans to walk down the aisle after secretly getting engaged to Ant Anstead. The Bridget Jones star, 54, has been dating the British TV presenter, 44, since September 2021. “Renee and Ant are keeping their plans incredibly private, they're not planning a big public announcement,” a friend said. “She has been telling her inner circle about organising their nuptials, everything will be very low-key. Her relationship with Ant is super strong and they're madly in love, and they can't wait to get hitched.” Renee's previous marriage to country singer Kenny Chesney lasted four months, while it'll be the third marriage for dad-of-three Ant.…

‘Ageing backwards’ Brad Pitt was called a real-life Benjamin Button, with his ageless looks the talk of Wimbledon. The actor, 59, snacked on crisps as he watched the men's singles final. “Still the most stunning guy,” said one, with another remarking that he's “ageing backwards”. In the shade Princess Charlotte stole the show as she made her debut at Wimbledon. The eight-year-old royal looked summer cool in pink sunglasses as she joined parents Kate and William and brother George at the men's singles final. Doctor Tess Tess Daly can add a new accolade to her name after she was awarded an honorary degree from Bolton University, becoming a Doctor of Arts. “What a special day. What a privilege. Definitely a day I'll never forget,” she said.…

Helen and Jack ‘grown apart’ Actress Helen George's seven-year relationship with her Call The Midwife co-star Jack Ashton has ended, amid reports that they have drifted apart. The couple, who share daughters Wren, six, and Lark, two, decided to go their separate ways earlier this year. “Some months ago, we separated,” Helen said. “Our two beautiful girls remain the focus, and I respectfully ask for privacy for this next chapter.” A source revealed, “Helen and Jack's decision to end their relationship has been amicable, and no one else is involved, they have just grown apart as a couple. They are both incredibly committed to working together to be the best parents they can for their two daughters.” Helen, 39, has played nurse Trixie Franklin on Call The Midwife since 2012,…

Taking a quick break from my job as a waitress, I cooed at the customer's baby I was holding in my arms. Then, spotting one of our regulars, Mark, I leaned over and asked him how his food was. “Oh, that's a cute baby,” he replied. “So cute!” I said. “I hope one day I'll have one!” Quickly, we got chatting, and before he left, he asked for my number. It was June 2013 and, aged 30, I'd been living in the United Arab Emirates for the past 18 months. Mark, 45, was just lovely, and after a whirlwind romance we tied the knot the following year, before moving out to Egypt where he worked as an engineer. Both of us were desperate to start a family and when we…

Nivea Hyaluron Moisture Plus Lip Balm, £3.69 Keep your lips soft and plump all summer long with this innovative lip balm, packed with hydrating essentials that promise to visibly improve the look of fine lines around the lips. Q+A Hyaluronic Acid Body Wash, £7.50 This all-over gentle wash works to cleanse and hydrate with a blend of seaweed extract and aloe vera to bring light-relief in the shower after a day in the sun. Sculpted by Aimee Hydratint Moisturising Tinted Serum, £23 A hybrid product that teams sheer coverage foundation with skinperfecting serum, benefiting from hydrating properties to give your complexion a dewy finish that blurs imperfections. NEW LAUNCH Bioré UV Watery Essence Aqua Rich, £15.99 A weightless moisturiser enriched with hyaluronic acid and oil-free sunscreen that protects your skin…

Marinated chicken with charred limes, saffron butter & soft flatbreads Serves 4 Ready in 45 mins, plus marinating 1 chicken (or 2 poussin), each cut into 10 pieces, skin on Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper A large pinch of saffron strands 100g butter 1 garlic clove, crushed FOR THE MARINADE A large pinch of saffron strands 250ml lime juice (or sour orange or lemon) 1 onion, coarsely grated FOR THE CUCUMBER AND YOGHURT SAUCE 200g yoghurt A handful of mint leaves, finely chopped ½ cucumber, peeled, halved lengthways, deseeded, grated and drained A pinch of sugar TO SERVE 4 limes, halved Soft Flatbreads (see below) Flat-leaf parsley, chopped Lime-Pickled Red Onions (see below) 1 Put the chicken in a refrigeratorfriendly receptacle. Season generously with salt and pepper. For the marinade, using a pestle and…

Coleen Nolan has revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer. The Loose Women star, 58, has basal cell carcinoma on her shoulder and melanoma on her face – which she originally dismissed as eczema. “It hits you like a ton of bricks. It was so shocking my first instinct was to laugh,” she said. The affected areas are being treated with chemo cream. Coleen's diagnosis comes amidst her family's history of cancer. Her elder sister Linda, 64, is battling an incurable brain tumour, Anne, 72, has had breast cancer, and sister Bernie was 52 when she died from the disease in 2013.…

Fashion You can't go wrong with a classic black swimsuit – look for bust support and ribbed detail for a figure-flattering fix Co-ords are here to stay. To get more mileage from your two-piece, wear together or dress separately Tie a linen shirt at your waist to create a shapely silhouette…

better body If you yearn to look and feel younger, rest assured there's much you can do to turn back time! In her new book 2 Weeks To A Younger You, Gabriela Peacock, nutritionist and founder of GP Nutrition (as loved by Dame Joan Collins, Princess Beatrice, Billie Piper and Yasmin Le Bon) reveals clever anti-ageing advice which can also help you get into better shape. She tells us, “I felt it was important to write this book because ageing is seen as such a negative process, which it definitely does not need to be! It's a natural process, and I want to give everyone the tools to help with ageing in order to feel great.” Here's the lowdown on the key things you can do – when you eat,…

Low level lighting over an island or table is essential If your budget is tight, update the tiles for a whole new look Cork flooring is perfect for busy kitchens –it's sustainable too!…

I said no, and they've walked away Q I grew up in a family of five, and I'm the eldest child. My dad was quite a tyrant – what he said went, or else. I got out as soon as I could and have a good career. I often bail out my siblings either financially or practically, as well as my mum as she finally left my dad, but hasn't ever held down a job. My dad is the only one who's never asked anything from me. I finally got fed up, stopped giving my brother money, told my sister that I could no longer fund her holidays, and have also said no to Mum too. But now, they've have cut me off. Is the price I have to pay…

PRIZE crossword WIN £200, Solve the crossword to find, reading from top to bottom in the shaded squares, the name of a TV presenter. This is your competition entry answer. See the ‘How to enter’ panel, below right. Across 1 Film series with Woody and Buzz Lightyear (3,5) 7 Italian bread (8) 11 Settle (an issue) (7) 12 Unhealthy pale appearance (6) 15 Portable computer (6) 18 Kings Of ---, US rock band (4) 19 Great British ---, BBC Two cooking competition with Andi Oliver (4) 20 Pedestrian subway (9) 21 Noisy commotion from a crowd (6) 22 Ornamental pendant that can open to reveal a photograph (6) 23 Colour, shade (3) 24 Energy conductor, anagram of COLDER TEE (9) 27 ‘Salem's ---, horror novel by Stephen King (3) 28 Bolero composer (5) 31 12 Years A ---, Oscar-winning film (5) 34 Satan (7) 37 New Testament…

Katie Price has revealed a secret feud with Holly Willoughby – and it's down to her ex-husband. The glamour model, 45, claimed that the This Morning host, 42, “doesn't like her”. “I think she's good friends with Pete [Andre],” she said on TikTok. Katie and Peter, who share son Junior, 18, and daughter Princess, 16, has had an acrimonious split when their marriage ended in 2009 after four years,. “That's why she doesn't like me, must be. A lot of people are, as they say, ‘Team Pete’,” Katie went on, adding, “But who cares?”…

When I first met Andre at the clothes shop where we both worked, I thought he was arrogant and did my best to avoid him. But one day we got chatting about family. Andrew told me it was the most important thing to him and I realised I'd misjudged him. He was charming and friendly and not a bit boastful. So when he asked me out, I accepted. He then introduced me to his family who were lovely and welcoming. A year later, on Christmas Eve, he pulled out a platinum diamond ring and proposed. I was thrilled and found the perfect wedding venue in London, near to where we lived. It was expensive but we saved £30,000 and had a perfect big day. We were married by Andrew's stepfather,…

Berry Boost Berries are bursting with vitamins A, C and E and have the power to speed up cell turnover, purify and rebalance skin. That's why you'll often find them in clarifying masks and cleansers that will leave your skin smooth and radiant. Strawberry seed oil, which is rich in fatty acids, is also a great way of giving your skin a surge of moisture. Avo Blast Avocados are filled with natural oils that are a miracle moisturiser for dry, chapped or flaky skin. Quench thirsty complexions with a creamy avocado face mask or soothe and comfort with an ultralightweight serum. Use the nourishing ingredient to revive hands too – it'll leave them feeling moisturised for up to 48 hours! Go Bananas This fruit has been showing up bunches in…

FIRST MEAL AT EITHER 8AM, 12PM OR 2PM Mini breakfast frittatas Serves 3-6. 314 calories for two Preheat the oven to 210°C/gas 6 ½. Grease a 6-hole muffin tin with a little olive oil. Crack 6 eggs into a bowl and beat, then add 2 grated carrots, 1 chopped red pepper, a large handful of kale or spinach, 2 finely chopped shallots, 2 grated garlic cloves, 8 torn basil leaves, ¼tsp ground cumin, ¼tsp cayenne pepper and 30g finely grated Parmesan or veggie alternative. Season and mix well. Spoon into the tin and bake for around 15 mins, until set in the centre. SNACK/SMALL MEAL AT EITHER 1PM, 3.30PM OR 5PM Crunchy roasted chickpeas Serves 2. 161 calories per serving Preheat the oven to 200°C/gas 6. Pat 400g canned chickpeas,…

£50 Star letter Dream couple So many celebrity marriages end in divorce, so it is refreshing to read that Shirlie and Martin Kemp are still as happy now, 35 years after they first married (issue 26). Shirlie was with George Michael when she first saw Martin in a nightclub. George laughed when she told him she was going to marry Martin. The fact that they did not meet until a few years later makes this a real love story. It was fate; they were definitely destined to meet. I hope they continue to be happy for many more years. Angela Smith, Newton Abbott Making memories What a truly heartbreaking story of Lindsay Brown who was widowed after only three weeks (issue 28). Being engaged for 13 years only for her…