Table of contents for Issue 1062 in Closer

She's waded through a tricky few weeks on This Morning after Phillip Schofield's explosive scandal led to calls for her to step down. But last week, Holly Willoughby was all smiles when she grinned alongside her co-host Dermot O'Leary and her best pal Emma Bunton, who gueststarred on the show. And sources say that Holly, 42 - who has been presenting alongside Dermot, Josie Gibson and Alison Hammond since Phil's departure - is now hoping to rope in some of her other celeb pals to help save This Morning's reputation after viewing figures dropped in recent weeks. A source says, “Holly knows she's got a long way to go to smooth out the mess created by Phil, and she's hoping that some of her celeb pals can step up and…

Bowel cancer is a broad term for cancer that begins in the large bowel, made up of the colon and rectum. It's more common in people over 50, but can happen at any age. Symptoms of bowel cancer can include: • Bleeding from your bottom and/or blood in your poo • A persistent and unexplained change in bowel habit • Unexplained weight loss • Extreme tiredness for no obvious reason • A pain or lump in your tummy It's important to know that most people with these symptoms don't have bowel cancer. Other health problems can cause similar symptoms. But if you have any of these, or if things just don't feel right, go to see your GP. You may need to visit your doctor more than once if your…

He may be the tough guy on screen in shows like Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins and Go Hard Or Go Home, but ask Ashley Cain who's the toughest person he has met and his eyes well up - because it's his baby daughter Azaylia Diamond whom he considers a true warrior. Tragically, his “little lion” was just eight months old when she lost her battle with leukaemiain April 2021. TRAUMA “When I saw all the pain and the trauma she went through, from the moment she was diagnosed, I wondered why her and not me,” he tells us. “I feel guilt because I'll never be able to understand her having to make the biggest journey of her life and I couldn't do it with her.” Azaylia was diagnosed with…

Rumours are swirling that Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty have struck up a romance. According to an insider, the daughter of chef Gordon and the Olympic swimmer have been seeing each other for a month after he initiated a conversation on social media. They have reportedly had “proper alone time” at the Ramseys' home in Rock, Cornwall, where they discovered they “wanted to become more serious”. Holly, 23, and Adam, 28, have been adding fuel to the speculation via Instag ram, as he has been posting white hearts and compliments such as “flawless” underneath her photos. In 2022, he split from girlfriend Eirianedd Munro, with whom he co-parents George, two. Little is known about Holly's dating history, but her new man Adam is said to be “made up” with their…

Growing up, Rachel Williams had always struggled with herweight. And after becoming a mum, the pounds piled on even more and she had low self-confidence. After trying - and failing - to slim down on several diets, in 2019, Rachel, 43, who lives in Cheshire, wondered whether it was her mindset which was holding her back and so she started to treat herself with kindness - and it was then that the effects of eating healthily began to show. Now, Rachel has lost 8st and is a qualified health coach. She says, “Altering my mindset and thinking myself slim has changed my life. Now I'm on a mission to help others.” Rachel had been unhappy with how she looked from the age of eight. She says, “I was overweight and…

• TAKE A BREAK FROM ALCOHOL This is always number one on my list. You'll eat better, sleep better, move more, be in a positive mindset, and then all the other things fall into place easier. • GET OUT IN NATURE If you can, take off your shoes and socks and feel the ground under your feet. Let nature fill you with its healing properties. • BREATHE DEEPLY Sit still and allow your thoughts to become clouds, moving in and out, and do some deep breathing and lower the nervous system. • EXERCISE AND HYDRATE Drink two litres of water a day and you won't be as hungry, you'll feel less tired and you'll sleep better. And get moving, it could be walking, dancing in your kitchen or doing a…

INSIDE LYNSEY'S FRIDGE • Eggs • romegranate seeds • Yoghurt • Margarine • Ginger shots • Salad dressing • Ketchup • BBQ sauce • Mayo • Cucumber • Grapes • Parmesan • Strawberries • Blueberries • Mini Babybels • Mozzarella • Courgette • Red onion • Cheddar cheese • Potatoes • Sausages • Pork mince • Ginger • Chutney • Carrots • Soya milk • Green beans • Leeks • Orange juice • sweet chilli sauce • Wine VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS, “It's great to see Lynsey enjoying foods from the main groups - that's starchy foods like pasta and bagels; fruit and veg; dairy foods and protein-packed lean meat, eggs and nuts. She could add more fibre by choosing whole grain starchy foods, and eating beans or lentils.…

WELLBEING RELATIONSHIPS Life balance YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUESAND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Instead of enjoying the marvels of technology, we've somehow ended up sucked into a vortex of virtual perfectionism. “Smartphone Face” sounds like some modern sci-fi dystopia, but it's just a harsh reality of our scrolling habits. While it might appear difficult to unscramble this “perfect face” enigma, there are steps you can take. BE CLEAR-EYED First, move away from “comparison” mode. It's as easy as flipping a switch - I promise! The life you see on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok isn't the “real” life of anyone. What you're seeing is highlights, cherrypicked moments, with a filter or two applied for extra gloss. So stop comparing your reality with someone else's movie trailer. Social media promotes…

LOVE ISLAND STAR JESSIE WYNTER, 26, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND I JOURNAL EVERY MORNING… It's huge for me, sitting down getting my thoughts on paper and showing gratitude by writing down something I'm grateful for each day. It doesn't have to be too complex - listing the small things works well - but starting my morning this way is so important for my mental health. I NEVER WAKE UP WITH AN ALARM… Because I'm in the countryside, I like to sleep with the curtains open. When the sun rises, it generally helps my body to wake up and feels like a calmer way to start my day. It's like a natural alarm clock. I RUN NO MATTER WHERE I AM… It's amazing because it's something…

AFFORDABLE TREATS! GET HER LOOK NATALIE PORTMAN The Hollywood actress embodied the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in a Christian Dior mini dress costing £3,100. While we're not fans of the price tag, we love how effortlessly chic the ensemble looks with a coordinating blazer and simple strappy heels - perfect for a range of summer occasions. IN THE NEWS… LOUISE REDKNAPP X PEACOCKS HIGH SUMMER EDIT Freshen up your look this season with Louise Redknapp's new High Summer Edit for Peacocks. It has everything you need for building your dream do-it-all wardrobe, with pieces perfect for holidays, picnics, BBQs and beyond. There's staple summer dresses, printed co-ords, slogan tees and trendy denim jackets for those cooler evenings. Priced from £10, sizes range from 8-24.…

UNDER £35! HIDDEN GEM With all eyes on these sparkly sandals, make sure you've got an eye-catching pedi to show them off. V BY VERY, £28 RETRO STEPS News just in: clogs are back and they're the easiest way to dip your toe into this season's '70s trend. GEORGE AT ASDA, £16 STRIKE GOLD Whether it's a night out, brunch or a wedding, these golden wonders will literally go with any outfit. PRIMARK, £16 WOVEN WONDER Inject some sunshine into your wardrobe with these espadrille-style sandals - ideal for busy days exploring or running errands. H&M, £14,99 BARGAIN BUNG Add some sparkle to your summer with this jewelled look - perfect for wearing to a fancy dinner on holiday. GEORGE AT ASDA, £15 BUCKLE UP Equal parts stylish and comfy,…

w hat can you tell us about Maureen? She is the all-seeing eye and the height of discretion. The ever-present person of Flair & Glory - she knows everything that's gone on in the company…. Where do we find her at the start of the show? We're introduced to Maureen at Stephen's will reading - where she discovers that he's left her £1 million. Do you see any of yourself in Maureen? She is very, very quiet, and very, very discrete. I'm too loud, probably [laughs], so no, I don't! What drew you to this drama? I loved Abby's [Ajayi's] scripts - I couldn't stop reading. And I've never seen a rich Nigerian family represented on British television, which I thought was amazing and really important and I wanted to be…

MUST READ Yellowface(REBECCA F. KUANG) Athena Liu is a literary darling and June Hayward is literally nobody. When Athena dies in a freak accident, June steals her unpublished manuscript and publishes it as her own under the ambiguous name Juniper Song. But as evidence threatens June's stolen success, she will discover exactly how far she is willing to go to keep what she thinks she deserves… An unforgettable read. BEST DAYS OUT Neverland's Fulham Beach Club Visit the hottest spot in London with its very own beach! It's a total Instagram lover's dream with a perfect pink pergola as well as a fabulous outside area with interactive darts, beer pong and shuffleboard to indulge in while sipping on a cocktail. Alternatively, you can boogie the night away at their events…

Amanda Holden has been at the top of her game recently — having just finished her annual gig on Britain's Got Talent and with her makeover show with comedian pal Alan Carr being recommissioned - she's also reportedly relishing in the downfall of her “nemesis” Phillip Schofield. But now insiders say that the presenter is struggling to decide between staying in the UK and exploring opportunities in America. OPPORTUNITY However, there could be a real opportunity for Amanda at This Morning in the aftermath of the show's fallout with Phillip. There are also rumours that Holly Willoughby - whose own future on the show is up in the air - maybe taking time off from the show over the summer holidays and would need someone to cover her. Closer previously…

She jetted off on a sun-soaked getaway last month to Barbados with boyfriend Tommy Fury and five-month-old baby Bambi, and Molly-Mae Hague looked gorgeous as she lounged poolside in a white, gold-buttoned swimming costume. Fans praised the Love Island star, 24, for her “authenticity” and “honesty” throughout her trip as she let viewers of her YouTube channel in on the battle she's been having with her body confidence since welcoming her daughter in January. Admitting that she opts for outfits that “cover up” her postpartum figure, Molly-Mae said, “For me at the minute, swimsuits are the one, because I don't have the confidence, but I didn't really have the confidence for bikinis before I had a baby. “Right now with my body I just need anything that's going to give…

Her tumultuous row with her family has been raging on for years - and just last week, Britney Spears found herself facing drama once again amid reports that she is on drugs and at risk of losing her life. The Toxic singers ex-husband Kevin Federline, is alleged to have spoken to tabloids about Britney's health, reportedly saying, “I fear she's on meth” a claim the 45-year-old dancer denies, Taking to social media, Britney, 41, hit back at the rumours, writing, “It makes me sad because I tried so hard to make things nice for you and it was never good enough. So you guys go behind my back and talk about it… It breaks my heart and the news is so low.” TENSION The pop star is estranged from her…

Se's most famous as a star on the Strictly dance floor, but Janette Manrara says life is about to change forever for her and her husband AljazSkorjanec as they prepare to welcome their first child. The pair met 13 years ago and married in 2017 - and now Janette, 39, says the former Strictly pro can't wait to be a dad. She laughs, “Aljaž is going to be a complete super dad. He's wanted to be a dad since day one and he's so obsessed, he would breastfeed the baby if he could! He wants to be a coparent 100% and we'll be areal team. “I always wanted to concentrate on my career and see the world, so the mothering instinct kicked in for me a little later. “Aljaž sends…

NEWS They've had a whirlwind few weeks after welcoming their beautiful twin girls last month, just days before he scored the winning goal for West Ham United in the Europa Cup final - so it's little wonder Dani Dyer and Jarrod Bowen were enjoying some much-deserved down time in an Essex pub last weekend. The couple were spotted having drinks on a pub bench while they took it in turns to cradle twins Summer and Star, who looked adorable in white summer dresses and matching pink headbands. Dani, 26, who has been dating footballer Jarrod, 26, since 2021, announced their arrival last month, posting on Instagram, “My heart feels so so full and so excited for our journey together as a family of 5.” They were also joined by Dani's…

Megan McKenna has announced the happy news she is engaged to her footballer boyfriend Oliver Burke. The couple composed a joint Instagram post, with former reality star Megan gushing, “YES YES YES a thousand times YES. You have opened up a world I never thought was possible. I love you Oliver Burke… here's to forever my future husband.” The grand-scale Montenegro proposal was captured for the couple's followers to marvel over, which featured Millwall player Oliver leading a blindfolded Megan off a private boat before getting down on one knee. They later sat down fora poolside dinner, with life-size letters spelling out “marry me”. The post was immediately swarmed with congratulatory messages from her former TOWIE co-stars, Love Island contestants and other reality TV stars. Zara McDermott wrote, “Megan this…

BOOZE-FREE GUIDE Whether it's a Pimm's on the patio, a pint in a pub garden or a glass of prosecco at a wedding, the summer months are filled with opportunities to enjoy a tipple - and when the weather is warm and the days are long, it's easy to fall into the trap of drinking regularly. Indeed, only a quarter of women are teetotal. Instead, 43 per cent drink at least once a week, with almost one in 10 of us enjoying a tipple most days. The good news is more of us than ever are cutting back on, or quitting, booze altogether. Since 2017, the number of teetotal women has risen by 14 per cent. If you fancy joining them, here's how to lose the booze without missing out…

Davina McCall has described feeling angry after exploring the effects of the pill for her new documentary, including discussing mental health problems her daughter suffered while taking it. It's important we're honest about the potential downsides of tire pill, but it's also essential that we don't convince a whole generation of young women that it's unsafe, or best avoided. RECOGNISE THE ISSUE We've been prescribing the pill for decades, so we have all the data to prove it's safe. However, every woman is different, and some just don't get on with the combined pill or can't take medication containing oestrogen. There's a huge amount of variation, so two women who meet the same medical criteria can take the exact same pill and one will feel awful, while the other will…

To any parent going through this - I understand your pain and it's absolutely OK to feel hurt. It's tough to see your child in pain, but navigating difficult social situations is a crucial part of their development. Use these tough moments to teach them resilience, empathy and selfconfidence. When your child feels left out, acknowledge their feelings. It's a big deal for them, so it should be for you too. Make space for them to talk about it and listen attentively, providing comfort and understanding. Encourage empathy, so discuss that sometimes people exclude others without realising how hurtful it can be. This can help your child to not take the exclusion personally. Share some stories about times you've felt excluded and how you bounced back. This will show them…

When a replacement “budget” washing machine costs £400, and you can fork out anywhere between £300 and, £1,500-plus for a new oven, it's pretty important to keep your household appliances running for as long as possible. We asked Ian Palmer-Smith, Supplier and Heating Services Director at Domestic & General, and Mira Yordanova, owner at topcleaninggb.co.uk, to share their top tips to keep yours in optimal condition, and postpone the next big household spend. So, channel your inner Mrs Hinch and save big time - no expensive cleaning products necessary! DE-GREASE YOUR OVEN “A deep cleaned oven will reach the correct temperature for cooking much quicker than one covered in food residue and grease,” says Mira. “This means lower bills - and nicer tasting food.” She advises removing the racks and…

Sheer delight You've seen naked dresses all over the red carpet and now, even Elsa's loving the look! She looks fantastic in this sheer number, which features lace hemming all over and a cutout midriff. Dress To Impress Elsa must have been channelling Audrey Hepburn with this elegant outfit. Fashioning a black A-line dress with a waist-cinching belt and retro shades, she looks like a movie star! Stripe it Lucky Strutting her stuff in sunny Cannes, supermodel Elsa looked beachbound in a chocolate brown tube top, flowy stripe trousers I and ballet flats, complete with oversized retro shades. Luxe Linen Taking summer suiting to a whole new level, Elsa's longline linen blazerand matching shorts is the trend we never knew we needed. We adore the padded Chanel loafers too! Sequin…

HAIR SAVIOUR Too much UV exposure and over styling can leave our tresses in distress during the summer months, so give your hair some love with this dry conditioner. Simply apply this coconut-scented foam, brush through and enjoy healthy hair. BATISTE LEAVE IN DRY CONDITIONER NO RINSE HAIR CONDITIONER FOAM TROPIC, £4.59 NO RINSE NEEDED! DOUBLE ACT Save time and money with this multifunctioning BB cream. A great lightweight alternative to foundation, it will hydrate your skin, blur imperfections and provide sun damage protection. Now that's a lot of work for one product! L'ORÉAL PARIS AGE PERFECT BB BUDGE-PROOF MASCARA Get the false lash effect without a huge price tag with this waterproof mascara. Not only will this lash lengthener add volume, but it will stay put for up to…

Closer TV WEEK: 24-30 JUNE 1 GLASTONBURY 2023 SOME AMAZING ACTS SAT 24 / SUN 25 JUNE, TIME VARIES, BBC1/BBC2 Clara Amfo, Lauren Laverne, Jack Saunders and Jo Whiley are live from Worthy Farm for the second and third day of this year's totally brilliant Glastonbury Festival. The legendary Guns N' Roses will be playing out an epic set - headlining the Pyramid Stage from 10pm on Sat (24 June BBC2). Other highlights include Fatboy Slim, Lewis Capaldi and Lizzo, Manic Street Preachers, plus Rick Astley and Blondie (from 5pm on Sun 25 June BBC1) and (drum roll), Elton John - playing his last ever UK show, closing an amazing weekend of live music on the Sunday. Amazeballs! NEW SERIES 2 THE WITCHER FANTASY EPIC THU 29 JUNE, NETFLIX Volume one of…

Asteroid City IN CINEMAS 23 JUNE Welcome to Asteroid City, a fictional desert town so named because of a meteorite landing thousands of years prior. Circa 1955, students and parents from across the States gather for the annual Junior Stargazer convention. But the itinerary is suddenly disrupted by a world-changing event, sending the town into lockdown. Wes Anderson's latest creation features some of Hollywood's biggest stars - Tom Hanks plays a fatherin-law, Maya Hawke is a schoolteacher, Steve Carrell a motel owner, and Scarlett Johansson mirrors real life as a famous actress - Anderson's signature style shines throughout. Colourful, comical and nostalgically retro, Asteroid City is arguably one of his best films to date. No Hard Feelings IN CINEMAS 21 JUNE On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie…

IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK This could be an amazing year for you, provided you're willing to put in the work. Your number one enemy though is thinking negatively, so work through your fears and concentrate hard on being mindful. A meditation practice will really help. THIS WEEK'S CELEB STAR SIGN CANCER 21 JUN - 22 JUL Open your mind to thinking differently. If you're absolutely stuck on one idea about how life should play out, work out where this belief came from. It's also a very good time to start a course of study. Travel for work is well-starred. Visit Yasminboland. com for your daily horoscope LEO 23 JUL - 22 AUG You can be a star at work right now - can you feel your value there…

GRUMPY GRAM Poor Stanley had expected there to be enough boas for everyone at the Harry Styles merch stall. He was spitting feathers when he discovered they'd sold out!…

On December 2016, aged just 35, Deborah James was diagnosed with bowel cancer. Her 6.5cm tumour was removed later that month but, devastatingly, in February 2017, she was told it had spread to her lungs and liver and was classed as incurable. Dame Deborah died at her parents' home surrounded by her family on 28 June 2022. Tragically, the mum of two had suffered symptoms for months before her diagnosis she was going to the toilet more often, had lost weight, had blood in her stools and was tired. She went to her doctor five times in the six months before her diagnosis, but it was put down to stress or IBS. In a heartbreaking interview with Closer two years ago, she said, “If I'd been diagnosed earlier then it…

Love Island is back on our screens and this summer's series is already fuelled with drama - with couples breaking up and making up, secret kisses and plenty of bombshell arrivals. But viewers have been shocked this season at the level of drama between the female contestants - with one social media user writing, “This has to be the most openly bitchiest #loveisland yet!” There have been more catfights, shouting matches, confrontations and accusations than usual for the first few weeks, which have left the girls divided. BEST FRIENDS And someone who knows the villa dynamics all too well is Kaz Kamwi, who was one of the breakout stars of series seven. Kaz, 28, made it to the final with her then-boyfriend Tyler Cruickshank and the couple finished fourth, but…

When lockdown put a halt to Lauren Spencer's cleaning business overnight, she came up with a regal way to pay the bills - by capitalising on her striking resemblance to Princess Diana. The 47 year old, who lives in Devon with husband Charlie, started her OnlyFans career in 2021 when she was unable to work in the pandemic. And she hasn't looked back since - revealing that demand for her adult content has been extremely high. Lauren says, “Lots of people have told me I look like Princess Diana over the years, which is very flattering. She was beautiful. I'm natural and older than most on OnlyFans, but I love it and am making a fortune looking like Di. “She may have been the People's Princess, but I'm the Princess…

Hollywood legend Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner are in the midst of divorce proceedings, which are swiftly turning bitter after it emerged the handbag designer is refusing to move out of their marital home. It has been claimed that Kevin, 68, has been left “effectively homeless” after he and Christine, 49, failed to reach an agreement, despite the actor's lawyers making “multiple offers” in a bid to get her to vacate their property. It is understood that their 2004 prenup states that Christine - who filed for divorce in May citing “irreconcilable differences” - would have to leave Kevin's residences if they parted ways, with £948k to find a new house. Kevin - who is worth £198m - said it was “surprising” and “disheartening” and alluded to his failed first…

It's not as if you need me to tell you that at times single life can be tough, but I do want you to know you're not alone in this, and that sometimes acknowledging that can be quite empowering. Even more so for those of you who, like me, survived a lockdown solo - the repercussions of which, I'm not ashamed to say, I'm still overcoming. For nine years I've only had myself to rely on to pay the bills, to recover from job loss, to soothe myself on the bad days and - sometimes the hardest of all - to celebrate my wins solo. Those of you who have been single a long time will understand how the Christmases spent alone, the weddings you smile through solo, the friends…

DON'T GET CAUGHT OUT BY SHRINK FLATION! Manufacturers and retailers have reduced the size of products but not lowered the price. Here are three big culprits to be aware of: MAGNUM MULTIPACK Multipacks now only contain three ice creams not four, but are still £3. Worse still, when we checked they were actually £3.20 at Sainsbury's, £3.25 at Tesco and £3.50 at Co-op. Sainsbury's Indulgence Ice Cream costs £1.75 for a pack of 4 and is highly rated in taste tests. CADBURY BUTTONS “Big Share” bags have got smaller, going from 240g of chocolate to 184.8g, so a 23% reduction, but they still set you back £2. When we checked, Asda was asking £2.25 for a bag. You'd be better off getting a ninepack of Cadbury Dairy Milk bars, which…

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