Table of contents for Issue 1124 in Closer

Their high-profile tour to Colombia last month divided opinion – even raising eyebrows about whether the repercussions of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's trip could prove 'dangerous' for the monarchy. And as the Sussexes returned home to their Montecito mansion, they were hit by yet more drama when reports emerged suggesting that streaming giant Netflix is 'not expected' to renew the couple's multimillion-dollar contract when it ends next year. The news came after it was revealed how Meghan's cookery show had been pushed back until 2025 amid copyright issues. And now, as Harry, 39, and Meghan, 43 – who lost their £15 million Spotify deal last June – are once again grappling to find new income streams as their Hollywood allies continue to fall by the wayside, a source reveals…

Love dramas Congratulations are in order for Vicky Pattison, who got her happily ever after last week as she tied the knot with beau Ercan Ramadan. The former Geordie Shore party girl, 36, didn't let rain spoil her big day as she arrived at Marylebone Town Hall via a red London bus that had been hired for the occasion. Surrounded by 150 guests, including Love Island's Faye Winter and TOWIE's Pete Wicks, the pair exchanged their vows at their 'legal' wedding ceremony – Vicky will soon walk down the aisle again with Ercan, 30, for their lavish Italian wedding in Puglia, which will be the subject of E4 documentary, Vicky Pattison: Destination Wedding. The happy pictures came as a relief to her followers who, just two months ago, had feared…

Seven years on from his divorce from Jennifer Aniston, Justin Theroux appears to be heading down the aisle again after his girlfriend, Nicole Brydon, flashed what appeared to be an impressive diamond ring on that finger last week. Attending the Venice International Film Festival together for his new movie Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Justin, 53, beamed at Nicole, 30, as she seemed to have no qualms over flashing the huge rectangular diamond to the cameras. The Leftovers star Justin, who is said to still be on good terms with Jennifer, has been dating Nicole for over a year and the couple first made their red carpet debut at a Vanity Fair party last March.…

Lack of sleep and never-ending nappy duties have begun for Justin Bieber, 30, and Hailey Baldwin, 27, after the couple announced the birth of their first baby on social media last week. Sharing a sweet snap of Hailey's hand stroking an adorable tiny foot, the Baby singer wrote, 'WELCOME HOME JACK BLUES BIEBER'. The couple – who are set to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary together this month – have shared glamorous pictures of Hailey's pregnancy throughout, and sources say the new parents are 'overjoyed' by their son's arrival. They add, 'Justin is already a great dad. The baby is such a miracle. He's adorable and doing well. Hailey's doing great too.'…

SACHA: 'Love me, love my cats!' Aesthetics practitioner Sacha, 29, can do it all, being both a dedicated kickboxer and a beauty pageant queen. Single for the past nine months, the proud Brummie made a choice to become celibate, and it won't be easy to impress this beauty queen and her team. The lucky groom will have to win over Sacha's dad, as well as her two cats, Olive and Diego. Opening up about her biggest red flag, she shared, 'Someone not liking cats. I was always told to never trust a man that doesn't like cats.' LACEY: 'I'm thinking long-term' Described as confident, loud and sassy, Lacey, 27, from Hertfordshire is looking for someone who has both banter and emotional intelligence. Serial dater Lacey has been single for the…

When her three kids left home, Torrey Lisa found herself unhappy and unsatisfied in her marriage – and she knew she had to do what was best for her and ended the 26-year relationship. But keen to get her mojo back, and armed with a new zest for life, Torrey quickly threw herself into dating – and began experimenting with polyamory, seeing multiple partners at the same time. UNHAPPY As time went on, Torrey delved deeper into her sexual liberation and is now a successful adult entertainer who travels the world creating content – and she earns a small fortune while doing it. Torrey says, 'I'm like any other retiree who decides to globe trot – except I mix my travel with pleasure and make it profitable. I'm the happiest…

SUNSHINE SHADE Brighten your day by teaming these bold orange trainers with leggings and a blazer - ideal for the school run. Adidas, £60 LUXE FOR LESS Bag some expensive-looking sneakers without breaking the bank with these nude beauties. Matalan, £19 RED HOT Scarlet shoes are a must-have, and this pair will quickly become one of your favourites. New Look, £29.99 SHINE ON Making a statement with your footwear has never been easier than with these leather metallic trainers. River Island, £50 GREEN ENVY Sainsbury's is coming in hot with its latest offering. Available in multiple shades, these are essential. Tu at Sainsbury's, £18 COBALT KICKS Designed to offer greater comfort, these cool-girl trainers will look perfect with jeans and a tee or a midi dress. Bershka, £29.99 WILD THING…

How much do you spend per week? About £100 for my husband Martin, and three-year-old daughter, Noa. We do most of our food shopping online, but I've recently started to go out to Sainsbury's once a week. Describe your daily diet… My most common breakfast is Quaker porridge oats. I make them with oat milk, chopped banana, blueberries, chia seeds, flaxseeds and maple syrup. For lunch I'm so boring. I'll either have smashed avocado or scrambled eggs on sourdough bread. Sometimes I'll have toasted crumpets with fresh tomatoes and egg. For dinner, my husband does all the cooking. We had meat-free hot dogs with salad the other night and it was amazing. He'll often make veggie chilli or a veggie Bolognese. I'm very lucky that he's a great cook. What…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPIC OF THE WEEK Meghan: I'm airing my struggle with suicidal thoughts to help others Lots of people show very little sympathy to someone like Meghan Markle when she speaks about her suicidal thoughts, but anyone, in any position – however privileged they may seem – can suffer inner distress. The more people who courageously speak out about this subject, the braver other people experiencing suicidal thoughts may feel to seek support and speak out. THERE'S NO 'TYPE' People may think there's a “type” of person that would be impacted by suicidal thoughts, perhaps someone who is down on their luck, lonely or unsuccessful. That isn't true – as we should be able to see from the terrible list of celebrities…

MIX AND MATCH DAINTY PRINTS AND TRIMS ADDS A TOUCH OF GLAM INVESTMENT PIECE…

IF IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK This year is the start of a whole new cycle for you, thanks to the New Moon in your birthday chart. Think about what you want to do differently, set out some action points, and you could transform your life in the coming 12 months. THIS WEEK'S CELEB STAR SIGN Virgo 23 AUG – 22 SEP The most recent New Moon was in your sign so if you're feeling all fresh and new and filled with the idea of possibilities, now you know why! Do treat this week as a time to explore ideas and new paths. Don't second-guess yourself as Virgos often tend to do! Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope LIBRA 23 SEP – 22 OCT As Mars moves into your Career…

They were both nineties and noughties icons – and fans were delighted when Paris Hilton revealed that she had been spending time with her old pal Britney Spears recently. The 43-year-old heiress said Britney, 42, enjoys spending time with her two children – son Phoenix, one, and daughter London, nine months – and the news has reassured fans the singing sensation is continuing to do well after her conservatorship ended in November 2021. Discussing their friendship, Paris said, 'She loves visiting the babies. It's just so cute seeing her with them. She just loves kids so much.' Paris added that her children and Britney enjoy dancing to songs from Paris' long-awaited second album, which reminded her of the times they would play her 2006 hit Stars Are Blind on repeat.…

She originally rose to prominence as a soap actress, before joining Selling Sunset as a reality star-come-real estate agent. And now, Chrishell Stause is experiencing the best of both worlds, as she will be making an imminent debut on Aussie soap Neighbours and returning for the eighth series of Selling Sunset. It's been five years since the 43-year-old joined the smash hit property series as an original cast member, with fans witnessing significant personal and professional moments play out on the show. After her divorce from This Is Us actor Justin Hartley was finalised in 2021, she started dating her Selling Sunset co-star and boss Jason Oppenheim, before getting her happily ever after with her now spouse, Australian drummer G-Flip. Here, Chrishell offers her refreshingly frank opinions on a whole…

A very loved-up Nicola Coughlan was seen getting cosy with her new man at the recent All Points East festival. Actor Jake Dunn, 24, was pictured with his arms around Nicola, 37, at the London music event, as the pair watched performances. The sighting comes after months of rumours that they had been getting close, including being spotted playing Scrabble at a London pub together in July. Apart from being rumoured to have dated her Derry Girls co-star Laurie Kynaston, Nicola has kept her romantic life private over her years in the spotlight, while Jake's dating history is unknown.…

Just days after a terrifying robbery on their family holiday to Spain, Jacqueline Jossa was pictured being supported by husband Dan Osborne as they recovered from the shock. The couple, who have been married since 2017, were enjoying a two-week holiday in the Spanish resort of Marbella with their children and extended family when the crime gang struck. Jac, 31, and their children, Ella, nine, Mia, five, and 33 year old TOWIE star Dan's son Teddy, 10, were sleeping in their holiday villa when the EastEnders star woke to the chilling sight of two thieves in balaclavas shining torches around their room. The thieves escaped with £20,000 worth of goods, including Jac's engagement ring, cash and designer clothes. According to reports, the couple were left 'shaken' by the experience, and…

Kate Ferdinand x F&F Former TOWIE star Kate Ferdinand has released her latest activewear collection with supermarket favourites F&F at Tesco, and we want it all! The capsule range is packed with premium fabrics and tonal hues – perfect for the new season. Featuring everything from sports bras and matching leggings, to cosy jumpers and waterproof coats, it's a range that's designed for everyone, whether you're a fan of high-intensity workouts or a gentle morning stroll. Prices start at just £8 and sizes range from 6-22. Top, £19.50; Trousers, £16 ELEGANT EXERCISE WEAR GET HER LOOK KELLY BROOK It's safe to say that radio presenter Kelly Brook knows how to put together a fashion-forward look, and this off-duty outfit might be one of her best style moments yet. Rocking a…

DANCING IS GREAT FOR MENTAL HEALTH… I've started salsa classes. It's nice to spend a couple of hours doing something different and just having fun. Dance is such a good outlet because you're happy and you don't have to think. TURN OFF PHONES BEFORE BED… I turn off my phone at least an hour and a half before I go to sleep. It just helps me relax earlier. I hate to absent-mindedly scroll on my phone, so I don't do that anymore. I try to read before bed, so I'm not frazzled and thinking about things. AVOID CAFFEINE… If I'm tired, I'll just take a nap during the day! I'm the kind of person who can take a nap anywhere and all I need is 10 minutes. Then I'll wake…

'A beautifully refreshing salad that is ideal for serving alongside grilled meat and vegetables and perfect for scaling up to feed large crowds.' KATHY JORDALIS'S GRILLED WATERMELON & FETA SALAD STEP 1 Grease a griddle pan with cooking oil spray and place over a high heat. Griddle the watermelon and the lemon half, flesh-side down, for about 2min. STEP 2 Carefully turn the watermelon on its side and cook for a further 2min. Remove the lemon from the pan and set aside. Repeat the turning and cooking process on the other side of the watermelon so that all sides are charred. STEP 3 Combine the herbs, rocket and tomatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil and toss to coat. Season with salt. STEP 4 Place the grilled…

As the business-savvy star of Dragons' Den, Sara Davies knows a thing or two about starting your own enterprise. The mum-of-two founded her multi-million-pound company, Crafter's Companion, while at university in 2005 and has built it into a global empire, working alongside husband Simon, 43. She's now believed to be worth an incredible £37million, all by the age of 40. Sara is keen to pass on her know-how to others; as well as helping budding entrepreneurs on Dragons' Den, she is also Chief Inspiration Officer at Avon, where she's helping women build and run their own successful businesses with mentoring and masterclasses. Write down your goals Here, she shares her top tips for getting your venture off the ground… DO YOUR RESEARCH Do you have a great business concept? If…

After recently flaunting her ninth engagement ring, Katie Price was last week accused of attempting to morph her new fiancé, JJ Slater, into her ex of four years, Essex car dealer Carl Woods. Complete with a new set of teeth and blond highlights, there's no doubt that MAFS star JJ, 31, is gradually becoming the image of Ken-doll lookalike Carl, who Katie previously bragged was 'the best looking person I've been out with, or perhaps ever seen'. And when Closer sits down for a chat with Carl – eight months on from their final break-up on Christmas Day last year – he warns JJ that he could be the next in a long line of Katie's exes who have 'walked the same path', only to be cast aside when they…

When Lara Jones* met her ex-boyfriend, Joel, through friends on a night out in Durham, she was just 18. They became inseparable and, within a couple of months, she was living with him. Lara, now 33, and living in Cheltenham, explains, 'He was two years older, had his own place and worked in a nearby factory. He seemed very grown up. 'But the control started early on. He tried to make me stop working in a bar, as he said he hardly saw me, so I'd end up calling in sick regularly. At the time I thought he was being caring.' The abuse soon became physical as well. Lara, who's now an art therapist, remembers, 'The first time, we were on a bus and he dug his fingers really hard…

When Melissa Sloan had her first tattoo at the age of 20 – an inking of her boyfriend's name on her arm – it sparked an obsession which led to having more than 1,000 inkings all over her body, including intimate areas. Now mum-of-seven Melissa, who says her tattoos have helped her deal with emotional challenges, is determined to continue covering herself until she lands a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the world's most tattooed woman – a title currently held by a pensioner in Florida who has 98.75% of her body covered. Unemployed Melissa, 46, who lives with her family in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, says, 'I walk down the street and I can see people looking. I know everyone thinks I'm crazy. I've been discriminated…

Taskmaster star Aisling Bea has announced the birth of her first child. The Irish comedian, 40, shared the happy news on Instagram, posting a sweet photo of her newborn asleep on her chest. However, Aisling joked that she was giving a one-star review of pregnancy. Noting 'bleeding, depression, cramps, insomnia and vomiting' as the negatives, she added, 'Was given a little gift at checkout which is, admittedly, quite cute.' As of yet, Aisling hasn't revealed the gender or name of her newborn. It marks the star's first child with rock band Foals bassist Jack Freeman, who she began dating in 2022.…

Historically famous for his 'womanising' ways, having dated a string of celebrities including Taylor Swift, Jennifer Aniston and Katy Perry, rock guitarist John Mayer is now rumoured to be dating Mad Men actress Kiernan Shipka. The pair, who have been on several outings since first being linked in 2022, were again seen grabbing dinner at celebrity hotspot, San Vicente Bungalows last week. And while neither John, 46, nor Kiernan, 24, have confirmed romance rumours, John recently spoke out about his desire to settle down. He said earlier this year, 'People don't think I want to be married. I absolutely want to be married.'…

NEWS Charlotte Dawson's pregnancy announcement should have been a moment of celebration, but the reality TV star's news has been overshadowed by her rugby star fiancé's recent sexting scandal. The mum-of-two is engaged to former rugby league player Matthew Sarsfield, and announced last week that their third child is on the way. But the Ex On The Beach star's pregnancy news came just weeks after she learnt that Matthew had sent 'indecent images' to a friend's ex, leaving her 'humiliated'. Speaking on her podcast, Naughty Corner, the 31-year-old revealed that she'd found out from her manager, who phoned her. The couple already share sons Noah, three, and Jude, one, with the bad news coming just hours before Jude's first birthday party. Speaking in a recent interview, Charlotte – who lists…

She shot to fame as a glamour model in the noughties, regularly gracing the covers of lads' mags and posing topless for Page 3 between 1996 to 2004 – coming fourth in a “best Page 3 girl of all time” poll. But now, Nicola McLean tells Closer she's desperate to reduce the size of her famous 32GG boobs which saw her gain notoriety and earn a small fortune. The star – mum to sons, Rocky, 18, and Striker, 13, with husband and ex-footballer Tom Williams – is no stranger to surgery. She had her first boob job aged 22, taking her from a C to an E-cup, later admitting she was “too young”, and had further surgery taking her to a GG, currently the biggest size allowed in the UK.…

How to save the most money for the best lunch, by picking best savings deals! TESCO Clubcard members get a sandwich or salad, snack and drink for £3.60, £4 without a Clubcard. The most expensive options with no meal deal – Brie & Smoked Bacon Sandwich with Chilli Jam, Naked Blue Machine Blueberry Smoothie, Vegetable Samosa, – would cost £7.60. SAVING £4 SAINSBURY'S meal deal is £3.75. The costliest lunch is a Brie, Bacon & Chilli Chutney Sandwich, Apple, Grape & Strawberries and a Red Bull, which with no deal would cost £7.10. SAVING £3.35 CO-OP For a main, a snack and drink, members pay £3.50, non-members £4. Choose a Bbq Chicken & Coleslaw Pasta Salad, a Millionaire's Shortbread and an Innocent Energise Super Smoothie and you would pay £8.65.…

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Hmmm, saying, 'I've made jam' to no one, huh? Well, at least you know how Meghan must've felt, Sarah! Uh-oh, looks like Hugh has spent a whole evening watching re-runs of Mrs Brown's Boys again. #PRAYFORHUGH GRUMPY GRAM Dua's favourite movie is Up – but no matter how many times she's tried to get airborne with helium balloons, she's always left feeling miserable at ground level. May we suggest a helicopter?…