Table of contents for 25 November 2025 in Bella

Charlie Brooks has revealed how giving up alcohol is ‘the best thing’ she’s ever done after celebrating six years of sobriety. The ex-EastEnders star, 44, shared a throwback picture of her party days, admitting that she’s glad the ‘loop of regret and fear’ is over and she’s proud of her ‘sober glow’. ‘Fags and booze. Oh my god. I used to LOVE them. My skin, body and mind… did not. Late nights. Smokers’ corner. Tequila rounds. New Zealand Marlborough Sauv Blanc. My absolute faves – until they weren’t,’ she wrote. ‘That loop lasted a decade. Ten years of “never again” followed by… again. Until six years ago.’ She added, ‘I didn’t want to enter my 40s on the same merry-goround. I wanted to change. I love not drinking. It’s the…

Victoria Beckham was seen letting loose at Gordon Ramsay’s daughter Holly’s hen do, even taking to the mic for a spot of karaoke. The former Spice Girl, 51, enjoyed a ‘girls’ night’ with the bride-to-be at Soho Farmhouse, ahead of Holly’s winter wedding with former Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer Adam Peaty. Vic shared photos of herself with Holly and her mum Tana Ramsay, 51 – one of the fashion designer’s closest friends – singing. ‘Yep… I have a microphone,’ she posted. Her night out came a day after David, 50, received his knighthood from King Charles. ‘Words cannot express how proud I am of you David,’ she said.…

Just one year after undergoing surgery to remove a benign brain tumour, Davina McCall has been given the all-clear from breast cancer, following a lumpectomy in October. The 58-year-old TV presenter shared the relieving news with her fans on social media in a candid video, describing her early diagnosis as ‘extremely lucky’. It seems Davina is now ready to look to the future, alongside her fiancé, celebrity hairstylist Michael Douglas. A source tells Bella that the couple, who have been dating for over seven years, could surprise everyone by tying the knot before 2025 is over, following their secret engagement in the summer. ‘The wedding is still very much on – in fact, a secret New Year’s wedding has even been discussed in private,’ our insider tells us. ‘Davina turned…

Do-it-all staples Dress up a simple midi skirt with heels and sequins or team it with knitwear for a relaxed spin Shape shifter Structured pieces will accentuate curves or create them on straighter frames for a flattering finish One-piece wonder Jumpsuits are a shortcut to style success. Simply add accessories and you’re good to go Va-va-velvet Luxe-looking velour is the perfect alternative to sequins Colour-pop coat A bright cover-up will instantly add a polished feel to even the simplest of looks…

'Saus-y Pas' Tomato sausage pasta Serves 4 Takes 35-40min Light olive oil, for drizzling 6 good-quality pork sausages, skins removed 1 red onion, sliced 1 red pepper, deseeded and sliced 2 garlic cloves, sliced 1tsp fennel seeds 1tsp smoked paprika 1/2tsp chilli flakes 1tbsp double-concentrate tomato purée  Salt and black pepper 400g can chopped tomatoes 500ml hot chicken stock 300g dried pasta (bow ties work well) 150ml double cream 50g parmesan, grated, plus extra to serve 1 Heat a 30cm sauté pan with a tightfitting lid, over a medium–high heat, and pour in a drizzle of olive oil. When hot, add the sausage meat, break it up with a spatula, then fry for about 5min, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. 2 Chuck in the onion, pepper and garlic and fry for about 5min,…

GET IN TOUCH Write: Have Your Say, Bella, The Lantern, 75 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 2PL. Email: bella.letters@bauermedia.co.uk facebook.com/bellamagazineUK twitter.com/bellamagazineUK instagram.com/bellamagazineUK £50 Star letter Amazing Alison! Good for Alison Hammond for being tired of all the publicity about her weight loss (issue 42), because she did it all for the right reasons. All credit to her. She’ll still be a larger than life personality, and that will never change but it might influence other people to change their diet and that is the best outcome. Judith A Daniels, Great Yarmouth Inspiring Maria I really felt for Maria Wingham who was mortified when she had to be moved to a larger aeroplane seat (issue 42), describing it as ‘a very public walk of shame’. The awful experience gave her the incentive…

CAPRICORN 22 December -20 January Getting together with kindred spirits is needed early this week. If in doubt about arrangements, check to make sure everyone knows what’s happening. The 23rd is great for tackling a worry with constructive action that doesn’t shy away from facing facts. Theme of the week: The future 0906 650 7239 AQUARIUS 21 January -19 February Ambitious plans you made earlier in the year are looking shaky. This doesn’t mean they’re off the agenda, simply that you may need to reconsider in light of fresh information. Take a sensible approach on the 22nd. You benefit from wisdom on the 24th. Theme of the week: Self-respect 0906 650 7240 PISCES 20 February -20 March Embrace new ideas, particularly if they aren’t your usual cup of tea. Keep…

SINITTA Spot the dog! Sinitta’s poodle Scarlett O’Hara showed off her chameleon-like qualities by blending in with this bag. But that’s not her only talent, as the singer, 62, revealed how she believes her pet has the power to ward off evil spirits… KELLY OSBOURNE While many shy away from the spotlight, Kelly’s dog Polly appeared to thoroughly enjoy her red-carpet moment. Sadly, the pup passed away in 2021, and Kelly, 41, said she had ‘lost her shadow’. PARIS HILTON Diamond Baby (yes, really) was ‘sliving’ in this custom Louis Vuitton robe. But when your mum Paris, 44, has a net worth of around £230 million, designer outfits are to be expected – even if you are a dog! DEMI MOORE If you think Oscar-nominee Demi is the star of…

There’s yet more backstabbing and betrayal in store for 2026 as The Celebrity Traitors has been confirmed to return for a second series, after its groundbreaking debut. A new batch of famous faces will take to the round table at Ardross Castle next year for season two. Traitor Alan Carr was crowned winner of the first series in an emotional finale, which broke records as the most-watched show of all time on BBC iPlayer. It comes as the show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, has boosted Scotland’s economy by £21.8 million. BBC’s head of entertainment Kalpna Patel-Knight vowed the second series would ‘be just as unmissable’ as the first.…

Ruth Langsford has admitted she often feels ‘really frightened’ about her health since her late father, Dennis, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and her mum, Joan, now lives with the disease. The Loose Women star, 65, explained her dad, who died in 2012, started to show signs of dementia in his late sixties, and now, she admits that sometimes she can’t help but fear the worst herself. ‘All the time, literally all the time, if I ever have a senior moment where I go, “What’s her name again?” about somebody that I know quite well and I have a complete and utter blank, it really frightens me,’ Ruth revealed. She added, ‘I do crosswords and things like that, and I’m very active because I’m still very busy with work – they…

More distress has been piled on the McCann family, 18 years after their daughter Maddie disappeared on a family trip to Praia da Luz, Portugal in 2007. Photos of the blonde three-year-old, with her distinctive blue-green eyes, spread around the world, and she remains one of the highest missing person profile cases in British history. Over the years, people have preyed on the brokenhearted family, pretending to be the missing child – earlier this month, the McCanns had to endure a court case after Julia Wandelt, a 24-year-old Polish woman, mounted a campaign of harassment, including running an Instagram account claiming to be Madeleine, and ambushing the family at their home. On 7 November, Wandelt was found guilty of harassment and sentenced to six months in prison, which she has…

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Cradling a cup of tea in one hand, I hit ‘refresh’ with the other. In my late 50s, I had a successful career working for a world-renowned theatre company, I owned my own home and had a supportive circle of friends and family, but there was something missing… love. I’d never been married, so in 2020, I joined dating site e-Harmony in the hope of meeting someone. Then, I came across a profile that caught my eye. Richard was tall and handsome with salt and pepper hair, who said he loved the outdoors and was a keen traveller. Plus, he lived locally. So, I hit match and a couple of days later, Richard messaged me. We got chatting and I found out he was a divorced dad of three. But…

As the matriarch of the Kardashian and Jenner household, ushering in her eighth decade was bound to be a huge event. Kris Jenner, who turned 70 on 5 November, celebrated her milestone birthday with a star-studded James Bond-themed party at the $165m mansion of Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez. Kris shared photos of the night, writing, ‘Magical night celebrating my 70th birthday with beautiful family and friends.’ Kris – who looked glamorous in a vintage red ruffled gown by Givenchy and Alexander McQueen – was joined by boyfriend Corey Gamble, 45, as well as her famous family including daughters Kourtney, 46, Kim, 45, Khloé, 41, Kendall, 30, and Kylie, 28, and son Rob, 38. Amongst the 50-strong A-list crowd partying with the reality-TV family were Prince…

Actor Pierce Brosnan has reconciled with his son Christopher, 20 years after cutting him off over his drug addiction. The ex-James Bond star, 72, was seen meeting with the 52-year-old for a family dinner in London’s Notting Hill, along with his other son Dylan, 28. ‘They looked happy and relaxed,’ a source said. Pierce – whose late first wife Cassandra is Christopher’s mother – adopted him in 1986 after his biological dad Dermot Harris died. Chris suffered from drug addictions and once fell into a coma after an overdose. Pierce said in 2005, ‘I have cut Christopher off. I had to say, “Go. Get busy living or get busy dying.”’…

It’s been a shattering few months for Sarah Ferguson. After her involvement with Jeffrey Epstein and the surrounding scandal came to light, the former Duchess of York is in the midst of the biggest PR disaster she’s ever faced. Plunged into financial chaos, she is even at risk of homelessness as both she and her ex-husband, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, were stripped of their royal titles and given notice to leave Royal Lodge, where they’ve lived together since 2008. ‘Being cut loose is a blessing’ With concerns growing for the 66-year-old and what may happen to her daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie amid the fallout from the scandal, sources tell Bella that Fergie isn’t one to be underestimated. Insiders fear she may be ‘on the edge’, with public sympathy for her…

She’s been lighting up our screens for more than 40 years, so it’s fair to say Lorraine Kelly knows a thing or two about looking fabulous for any occasion. When Bella had the chance to chat to the 65-year-old about all things fashion and beauty, we jumped at the chance. From choosing the perfect Christmas Day outfit to embracing confidence at every stage of life, Lorraine shares her style secrets as she unveils her latest fashion collection. What was your focus when creating your latest edit for Bonmarché? I’m very excited about this one. I love all of my collections, but I’m particularly pleased with the way this one turned out because it is really classy. I always want to be classy, comfortable and for the clothes to be affordable.…

Wearing my reindeer headband and a festive printed dress, I marvelled at the winter wonderland we’d created. It was December 2021, and my sister-in-law and I had organised a children’s Christmas party at the local community centre with games, food and party bags. Christmas trees and selection boxes had been donated, and the kids were telling Santa the gifts they wanted on the big day. I smiled as my daughter Isla, then seven, snapped a photo of me. The event had been such a success. The following month, I was gathering the photos from the day to share with the community. As I flicked through, the shot Isla had taken of me popped up on the screen and I suddenly felt sick. I was mortified at how I looked. If…

Add some shimmer After their iconic Naked eyeshadow palette, Urban Decay’s new Naked Sticks make it easier than ever to pretty up your peepers. Each shade can be applied straight from the stick for blendable and budge-proof colour. Drama class Double down on dramatic eye make-up with this long-lasting, dual-ended eyeliner. Use the kajal end for rich definition or an easy smoky eye, or the precision felt tip for flicks and wings. Get the glow For skin that dazzles, highlight your contours with this liquid illuminator. Rimmel’s Turbocharged Glow has light-reflecting pearls and is buildable. Play up your cheekbones and dab on your cupid’s bow for a fuller pout, too. Shine on Applying lotion or oil with a pretty sheen can transform dull, dry limbs. Look for added benefits, such…

DRINKING… It’s officially party season, so start celebrating with these delicious Italian liqueurs from Luxardo. The Maraschino (£28) is a particular favourite (delicious with tonic, lemon and a slice of cucumber), the Limoncello (£19) is one of the best we’ve tasted, and the Amaretto (£20) is delightful warmed gently in a pan with apple juice, cinnamon and orange peel. From Amazon. GIFTING… With the popularity of hot and iced matcha lattes at an all-time high, save a fortune on expensive coffee shop versions by making your own at home. This first-to-market Matcha Latte Magic Whisk from Bird & Blend gets rid of lumps and delivers silky smooth drinks every time – all you need is ½tsp of matcha and your favourite milk. Makes a great gift (or keep it for…

She blames me for everything Q My daughter has been going to therapy and now thinks everything that’s wrong in her life is my fault. She said the reason she struggles to have relationships is because I blew hot and cold with her, so she always believes her friends or partners will let her down or be angry with her. I mean, I can understand that to a certain extent, but am I really to blame for it all? Isn’t she her own person now, one who’s responsible for her own behaviour? I told her I admit I wasn’t perfect, but that I’d done my best. She said I wasn’t listening. I spoke to my mother about it, who agreed with me and said she was being ungrateful and disrespectful. I…

PRIZE crossword WIN £200 Solve the crossword to find, reading from top to bottom in the shaded squares, the name of a US actor. This is your competition entry answer. See the ‘How to enter’ panel, below right. Across 1 Eligible single man? (8) 7 Harry Kane or Chloe Kelly’s game (8) 11 - - - Croft, former tennis player now presenter (7) 12 Greek ‘gift’, - - - horse (6) 15 Show Me - - -, no 1 in 1990 for Maria McKee (6) 18 Dome-shaped tent used as a dwelling by some nomadic tribes (4) 19 Don’t - - - On My Parade, big number from the musical Funny Girl (4) 20 Person living next door (9) 21 Heavy metal band, Iron - - - (6) 22 Alliums known by an expert? (6) 23 Sense of self (3) 24 Species of…