Table of contents for Issue 1000 in Closer

Derby County FC fans were delighted last week when George Clooney hinted he might be interested in buying a stake in the club – but none more so than the club’s manager’s wife, Coleen Rooney. In an interview with Derbyshire Life magazine, the Hollywood star, 60, spoke of his love of the team – nicknamed the Rams – which he was first introduced to by his Money Monster co-star, Derbyshire-born actor Jack O’Connell. “[They] are a great football club with a fantastic history and I am sure there is a great future too,” George said of the cash-strapped club, which went into administration last September and it is now battling relegation. “I know there have been problems in recent times, but nothing that cannot be fixed and – under the…

It’s the new BBC show that will test eight celebs to the max, as they embark on a gruelling adventure in the sub-zero temperatures of Northern Italy. Presented by Holly Willoughby and comedian Lee Mack, Freeze The Fear will see “The Iceman” Wim Hof put the group – singer Alfie Boe, songwriter Chelcee Grimes, broadcaster Owain Wyn Evans, Strictly professional Dianne Buswell, actress Tamzin Outhwaite, former footballer Patrice Evra, presenter Gabby Logan, and rapper Professor Green – through their paces for six episodes. Living together in a tented village, they’re tested with challenges like walking barefoot in snow and taking freezing showers under the watchful eye of Wim, 62, a Dutch “extreme athlete” who found fame for his endurance feats in freezing conditions and his deep breathing techniques, which he…

Sadly, as is often the case for refugees, many left their homes in a rush with no time to pack, just grabbing a toothbrush, while some left with just the clothes on their back. Sadly, Ukrainians are far from the only people seeking sanctuary in the UK. When the Taliban took power in August, 16,000 Afghans fled to the UK, 12,000 of whom are still living in hostels, unable to make a new life in the UK and still in desperate need of help with basics such as clothing. Louise Cooke is the CEO and founder of Sharewear, a charity which collects clothes to give to those in need. VITAL She explains, “It’s like a food bank but for clothes. Crucially we allow people to choose the clothes they want…

GEMMA’S WEST END DEBUT WILL FUND HER WEDDING She’s set to walk down the aisle with boyfriend Rami Hawash, but diva Gemma Collins won’t settle for anything less than the biggest wedding in showbiz history, and now pals say her glitzy onstage debut will pay for the lavish day. Taking to Instagram last week to post a picture of her wearing black lace and flanked by two hunky male co-stars, Gemma Collins revealed that, after weeks of speculation, she would be making her theatre debut in a touring production of Chicago in a matter of weeks. The former TOWIE star announced, “It’s official! I’m gonna be joining @chicagoonstage playing Matron ‘Mama’ Morton from Tues 31st May 2022! I’m so excited #allthatjazz #GCdoesChicago.” It’s the latest in a string of positive…

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith nearly broke the internet last week when Will strode onto the main stage at the Oscars and slapped host Chris Rock across the face after the comedian made a distasteful joke about his wife’s bald head – reportedly being unaware the actress suffers from alopecia. The event has since divided public opinion and the couple have received both a huge backlash and messages of support, with Will, 53, publicly apologising to Chris for his actions. He wrote on Instagram, “Jokes at my expense are a part of the job, but a joke about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me to bear and I reacted emotionally. “I would like to publicly apologise to you, Chris. I was out of line and I was wrong.…

‘BE HONEST & TRUTHFUL’ Happily married to his wife, Stephanie Lowe, for 27 years, the pair are also parents to daughters Molly, 29, and Ruby, 26. But Phillip made the heart-wrenching decision to admit to her that he was gay before releasing a public statement in February 2020. He later revealed how he’d thought he might be bisexual when he married Steph in 1993. Recalling how he broke it to her, he said, “I had long conversations with Steph, we talked about it a lot. It was really beginning to trip me up, mess with my head. It started off with a little bit of confusion, then my head managed to turn it into something really big, scary and dark. Steph and I went through that together. “Then, when I…

MOTHERHOOD… “Every parent knows it’s hard, but there are so many more good days than bad. Freddie and Delilah both have Nathan’s energetic and cheeky personality. I speak to my mum pals for advice, including Georgia Kousoulou, Malin Andersson and Katie Salmon, it’s nice to build a community who understand what you’re going through.” SELF-CARE… “Since I’ve reached my 30s, I care less about make-up and more about good skincare. I’ve been having 3D Dermaforce facials for the past month, which uses gold-plated microneedling and radio frequency, and it makes me look refreshed and revived. I’ve inherited dark circles from my mum’s side, so it’s important to look for anything that helps with anti-ageing. It’s a 30-minute treatment so I don’t have to worry about sparing an hour or two…

• Chef and restaurateur Atul says, “For a vegan option, replace the paneer with chopped firm tofu.” SIMPLE SUPPER COD ON PUY LENTILS SERVES 2 • 1 lemon, halved • 4 fresh oregano sprigs • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced • 8 thick slices of dry-cured chorizo • 300g tomatoes, sliced • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 tsp smoked paprika, plus extra for sprinkling • 2 × 150g cod fillets • 250g pouch cooked Puy lentils (or canned green or brown lentils) • Handful mixed salad leaves STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 240°C/fan 220°C/gas mark 9. STEP 2 Toss the lemon halves, oregano, garlic, chorizo and tomatoes in a medium-sized roasting tin with the oil and paprika. Season with salt and black pepper and pop into the oven…

There are certain things only single people who’ve been riding the dating merry-go-round will understand, and thank goodness we have each other. Last week, I took a call from a tearful friend who had been cancelled on by a guy she really liked – he bailed the day before their third date. As I attempted to console her, she said none of her friends in relationships could appreciate why she was so upset over someone she’d met twice. Of course I did – and I know you, my fellow singles, do too. I always refer to the hierarchy of heartache that somehow the time you’re with someone reflects how hurt you’re allowed to be. But if it hurts, it hurts. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve only spoken over messages for…

Many of us have been forced to work from home for the last couple of years thanks to the pandemic, and that means you could be due tax relief for the additional household costs. You don’t need to have been working from home full time, either – even if it’s just for part of the week, you might be due some money back. If you choose to work from home, you’re not eligible, but otherwise, if you were forced to, you may be able to claim tax relief for: • Gas and electricity costs • Metered water • Business phone calls, including dial-up internet access You can’t claim the whole bill, just the bit that relates to your work. You can either claim tax relief on: • £6 a week…

MUST READ The Club (ELLERY LLOYD) The Home Group is a collection of ultra-exclusive private members’ clubs, and it’s the opening of its most ambitious project yet – Island Home, a forgotten island transformed into the height of luxury. But as the first guests arrive, the weekend soon proves deadly. If your name is on the list, you’re not getting out… Gripped from the first page, this is a book to cancel plans for. BEST DAY OUT Chessington World Of Adventures With Easter break well underway why not treat the whole family to a day at Chessington World Of Adventures. With over40 rides and attractions, a zoo and SEA LIFE centre – with over a 1,000 animals in total – there is a whole lot of fun to be had.…

She’s counting down the days until the show-stopping wedding of her firstborn son – but for Victoria Beckham, the event promises to be bittersweet. Insiders reveal that though she’s thrilled for 23-year-old Brooklyn as he prepares to tie the knot with actress fiancée Nicola Peltz on 9 April, she’s struggling with the thought of her brood flying the nest. Victoria, 47, fills her social media with sweet photos of her children, who also include Romeo, 19, Cruz, 17, and 10-year-old Harper, and she is famously close to Brooklyn. But since he began dating Nicola – daughter of US billionaire Nelson Peltz – he has been living in America while his family remain at home in the UK. He and Nicola are reportedly tying the knot at one of the Peltz…

Rachel Poulton, 63, and her husband of 37 years Nigel, 64, have seven children, with the youngest two, aged 13 and 15, still living at their home in Yorkshire. They’re also currently caring for four young refugees from war-torn countries. Now, they’ve also signed up to the Homes For Ukraine scheme, and hope to offer their annexe apartment to a family from the country. Rachel says, “Seeing what is happening in Ukraine makes me desperately sad. We plan to offer our annexe flat to Ukrainian refugees and think we could accommodate one family with up to three young children. “Over the last five years we’ve welcomed 17 teens aged between 13 and 17 into our home from countries including Eritrea, Ethiopia, Sudan, Iran and Afghanistan. DANGEROUS “Every refugee we’ve cared…

• Please donate good-quality clothes, or buy new clothes online, and send them direct to: Sharewear, Units D1 and D2 South Glade Business Park, Hucknell, Notts, NG5 9RA • Sharewear has launched ReLived, a scheme where businesses can ask their employees to donate unwanted clothing. Get your bosses to enquire about joining the service by going to sharewearclothingscheme.org/relived/ • Donate your clothes at House of Fraser in Nottingham, Sutton Coldfield, Manchester, Solihull and Birmingham. Please put in a note so we know they are from Closer readers.…

They welcomed their first child together in October 2019. But Hayley Tamaddon and her fiancé Adrian have sadly split. Announcing the news on Mother’s Day, Hayley, 45 – who shares three-year-old Jasper with her ex – told her 54.3k Instagram followers that she was spending the day alone. “This Mother’s Day is different for me, as I’m now a single mum,” the ex-Emmerdale actress wrote. “Mine and Jasper’s life has been turned upside down over the past few months, but I realise the best thing to come out of this is Jasper. For he is all I need, and all I’ve ever wanted. He makes me so happy!” She added, “I never set out to be a single parent, but I DID set out to be the best mum I…

With four best-sellers to his name, a stellar career as a GP and the number-one health podcast in Europe, Dr Rangan Chatterjee seems to have it all. But he tells Closer that one thing has at times eluded him – happiness. “People from the outside would regard me as successful, but actually that can be misleading,” he says. “Yes, you’re meeting society’s metric of success, but are you truly happy? For much of my life, I really wasn’t.” Now, though, Dr Chatterjee is in a great place. He’s calm, content and he’s sharing his tried-and-tested ways to find happiness in his new book, Happy Mind, Happy Life (Penguin Life, £16.99). It’s packed with simple exercises, to help you feel more in control of your physical and emotional health. “When we…

INSIDE VICTORIA’S FRIDGE • Red pepper • Coconut yoghurt • Orange • Blueberries • Ginger • Butternut squash • Nut butter • Broccoli • Sweet potato • Cod • Chicken breast • Kiwi • HP sauce • Salmon • Onions • Vegan cheese • Lemons • Linda McCartney sausages • Cauliflower • Pineapple • Almond milk • Red wine VICTORIA How much do you spend per week? About £100 as we’re currently living with my mum in the UK [with partner Johnny and son Theo, one, who normally live in France] while I’m having breast-cancer treatment. Describe your daily diet… Every morning I’ll drink “the potion” – fresh lemons, garlic, ginger, honey, turmeric and black pepper, as it gives me a boost. Then I’ll have seeded toast with peanut butter…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY This is a worrying stat as it means many loving parents are potentially unaware of the struggles their kids are facing, and can’t offer support. During childhood and adolescence, kids build coping mechanisms and resilience, so normalising conversations about mental health is helpful, and these should begin as early as possible. This will make “checking in” with them about their emotional state normal. Don’t wait for a reason to start, as you want them to understand that a problem shared is a problem halved and that whatever they’re facing, you’ll face it with them. Every day, ask your child how things are going and instead of accepting “fine”, dig a little deeper by asking some open questions,…

TV STAR NATALIE ANDERSON, 40, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND BEETROOT JUICE GIVES ME A BOOST... It helps when I’m doing a show with heavy storylines and need to concentrate. I’ll also eat salmon, avocado, almonds or fresh fruit – the things that help your brain. I TAKE LOADS OF SUPPLEMENTS... Jenni Falconer’s Kollo range of collagen supplements are brilliant. She recommended them for my joints when I’m running, but they’re great for hair, skin and nails too. I take Health & Her supplements for the perimenopause, it’s probably a bit early but they help to regulate hormones and are good for energy levels. I ENJOY GETTING MY HEART RATE GOING... I’ll do a 5k run or lift weights. I also like to do a dance…

GET HER LOOK LILY COLLINS, 33 Showcasing the dopamine dressing trend to perfection, the Emily In Paris star wowed in a zesty orange trouser suit for a recent TV appearance. We love how she paired it with an unlikely pastel pink mini bag – très chic! I WANT WHAT SHE’S GOT! IN THE NEWS... JOHN LEWIS’ MINI-ME COLLECTION KIDS SPECIAL! The high-street hero has launched its first ever mini-me range and we can’t get enough. The 16-piece collection features gorgeous floral prints and easy-to-wear pieces for you and your little ones to twin in style this spring. Sarah Moore, ANYDAY Womenswear Buyer, says, “We are very excited to be launching our first ever mini-me collection to offer customers family dressing options. The selection of kids’ and womenswear is perfect for…

KIDS SPECIAL! HAIR HYDRATOR Whether you struggle with a sensitive scalp or want a natural-based product, this fruity shampoo is for you. The certified organic formula is gentle enough to use on your tot’s locks, but will also work wonders to nourish your barnet, and all without any harsh chemicals. It’s great for those with eczema and psoriasis too. Plus it smells delicious! GREEN PEOPLE ORGANIC CHILDREN SHAMPOO IN BERRY SMOOTHIE £11 SOOTHING SOAK Transform bath time into a relaxing treatment for little ones with this oaty soak. Simply sprinkle the sachet under running water and it’ll dissolve to create a milky, calming tub. Cleansing without the need for soap, it tackles dry spots and also works wonders to banish winter roughness on grown-up legs and arms. AVEENO BABY SOOTHING…

NEW SERIES 1 FREEZE THE FEAR WITH WIM HOF SHIVER-INDUCING CHALLENGES TUE 12 APR, 9PM, BBC1 Holly Willoughby and Lee Mack front this bonkers new show where eight celebs (or “victims” as Lee is calling them) take on tasks to “challenge the mind and body” – being pushed to their limits in the extreme cold in Northern Italy. The likes of Gabby Logan, Alfie Boe, Chelcee Grimes, Professor Green and Tamzin Outhwaite will all be shivering their socks off, under the watchful eye of extreme athlete Wim Hof (aka The Iceman). On the up side, they do get to enjoy some larks all living together in a tented village (in sub-zero temperatures) but, well, who’s up for going barefoot on the ice...? Turn to page 13 for more. FACTFILE Wim…

They are often pitted against each other following the “wedding gate” scandal exposed during last year’s Oprah Winfrey interview, but Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton seemingly have something in common. According to reports, both the Duchess of Sussex and the Duchess of Cambridge are planning to boost their solo careers with the backing of their royal partners. Last week it was announced Meghan would be interviewing powerful women for a new podcast called Archetypes. SHAKE-UP The series is part of the couple’s deal with streaming platform Spotify, said to be worth a reported £20million. Meanwhile, in the wake of Kate and William’s tour of Jamaica, aides have repeatedly been discussing a “shakeup”. It’s thought a key part of the strategy involves Kate, 40, doing more solo trips overseas – without…

They split last November, shortly before she revealed she was pregnant with their second child, but now it looks like things are back on for former TOWIE star Lauren Goodger and her builder boyfriend, Charles Drury, 24. The couple parted ways at the end of last year after just 12 months together, amid allegations that Charles had a fling with model Amy Gilbert when they were on a break. But now the pair – who welcomed daughter Larose together last July – have seemingly patched things up. They were snapped kissing while out on a family walk last week, with Charles hugging pregnant Lauren, 35, in a loved-up display.…

• There’s no “normal” way to cope with loss. Some people feel better in months, for others it takes years. Be patient. • Don’t keep things bottled up. Talk to family and friends or seek a grief counsellor. • Grief can impact physical health, too. Get enough sleep, maintain a balanced diet and exercise. Be wary of relying on alcohol. • If children are grieving, listen to their questions, answer them, and talk about death in clear, direct ways. • For more info, visit nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss…

With their two grown-up children living away, CEO of Freda Health, Afsaneh Parvizi-Wayne, 56, and her husband of 25 years Chris, 56, have two spare rooms they plan to offer to Ukrainian refugees. Afsaneh herself arrived in London as an 11 year old, when her family were forced to leave Iran. She says, “My parents were refugees from Iran, which is why I find images of displaced people so heartbreaking. I was brought up in the middle east and we travelled around as my dad was a diplomat. “I had a normal upbringing, before being sent to boarding school in the UK when I was 11. Then, suddenly, my whole family had to leave and start again after they were persecuted because of our religion. “Everything felt so different. I…

She may have reunited with estranged husband Kanye West at their children’s football game last week, but it was at the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party where Kim Kardashian really stole the show. Looking amazing in a skin-tight, electric blue dress, she diverted attention away from her messy divorce drama as she posed on the red carpet. Kim’s glamorous look followed a week of her wearing a string of sexy outfits, in what sources say is a deliberate attempt to ramp up her look. As her feud with Kanye, 44, rumbles on amid the battle over their four children, insiders say the reality star is undergoing a makeover in a bid to move on and make a fresh start with her toyboy, Pete Davidson, 28. An insider says, “Kim spent many…

Malin Andersson was left “blindsided” after splitting from her boyfriend Jared – just two months after giving birth to their daughter Xaya. Writing on Instagram, the Love Island star, 29, said, “I have always prided myself on being open and transparent on here so I want to let you all know that myself and Jared are no longer together. We split around four weeks ago and have since been trying to come to terms with everything and process it all. I didn’t expect any of this to happen, I feel truly blindsided... but as always, I trust the universe has a plan for me.” Xaya arrived three years after Malin’s first baby Consy passed away when she was just four weeks old.…

SUSTAINABLE BUY DIVINE LUXURY SALTED CARAMEL EGG, £10 They’ve removed the plastic tamper seal across all their eggs, contain no palm oil and use Fairtrade chocolate – Divine’s offerings are eco-conscious and delicious. This is our favourite flavour – and it comes with 100g of mini choc eggs inside. VEGAN CHOICE MOO FREE BUNNY COMB EASTER EGG, £3.50 It’s free of dairy, gluten and soya, but this egg with honeycomb (without real honey) certainly isn’t lacking. It comes with a 15g bag of choccy buttons and is made with Rainforest Alliance Certified Cocoa to support sustainable farming. NOVELTY GIFT ALDI DAIRYFINE ICE CREAM EGGS, £6.99 Not all Easter treats come in the shape of an egg! These chocolate and wafer cones, topped with white chocolate drizzle and mini eggs, offer…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK In a recent study – of just 20 people – researchers claimed that your gut microbiome can influence your personality. Having looked at the study, it hasn’t proven that the bacteria in your gut decide your character, or how nice or how grumpy you are. The scientists looked at four traits; mental energy, mental fatigue, physical energy and physical fatigue, and how gut bacteria influences them. That isn’t the same as personality. BACTERIA MATTERS! Having said that, I don’t want to undermine the connection between gut bacteria and health, because that is very important and very real. Also, the fact that this research found gut bacteria influences energy levels and fatigue makes sense, because how diverse your…

Around two thirds of us can go through a traumatic event and over time get back to a good place, but for other people the impact can be so devastating that they feel completely at odds with the person that they used to be. Truth is, some people are genetically hard-wired to be able to get back to normal no matter how tough things get. This doesn’t mean they don’t feel distress, it just means that over time they are more likely to process it, and even learn from it. BUILD YOUR NETWORK Genes aside, if you have a generally positive outlook, friends and family who are there for you, and feel as if you belong to a wider community, even when terrible things happen, you will tend to feel…

HELPING YOU SPEND WISELY, SAVE MORE AND EARN BETTER PROTECT AGAINST STORMS “Home and buildings insurance are the same thing,’ says Duncan Sutcliffe of Sutcliffe & Co. Insurance Brokers. “They cover the building against incidents such as fire or being struck by lightning. Many policies also cover damage to TV aerials or satellite dishes or if a tree falls, for example. They don’t cover maintenance, so it’s up to you to keep on top of things such as maintaining roof tiles.” So what would happen if you were hit by a storm or a flood, now they seem to be more common? “Buildings insurance should cover storm or flood damage, but double check the small print”, says Jasmine Birtles, CEO and Founder of MoneyMagpie.com. “A recent survey by Which? found…

1 MASTER THE CUT-OUT DRESS Ab-flashing cut-outs are all over the place right now. Although they may seem a little scary, when the cut-out is strategically placed and layered, the look is more wearable than you might think. If you’re not feeling tummy-confident, simply take tips from Olivia and layer under a sleeveless coat to keep the look light. This will show a hint of flesh without baring all. DRESS ABERCROMBIE & FITCH £39.99, NECKLACE ORELIA £22 2 RECYCLE ‘90S PRINTS Take inspiration from your favourite ’90s shows and invest in some bold tartan print. Giving us serious Clueless vibes, Olivia went all-out in a full checked look. Not feeling so brave? Try the look out for yourself by wearing this shirt with leggings and long biker boots. SHIRT BOOHOO…

MAGIC STOMPERS Take splashing in puddles to a whole new level with these clever colour-changing wellies. Watch the raindrops turn multi-coloured when wet. GRASS & AIR COOL CO-ORD Part of a collab with artist Martcellia Liunic, this artattack two-piece will brighten their day. The comfy and lightweight fabric uses recycled polyester and cotton. H&M £17.99, 2-9 YEARS WEATHER-READY Kit them out for outdoor explorations with this rubberised raincoat. It has an elasticated hood and cuffs plus snap-buttons to make it easy to get on and off. ZARA £27.99, 9 MONTHS-5 YEARS FRESH KICKS Little adventurers will love running around in these sporty ’80s-style sneakers, which have memory foam insoles for comfort and a velcro strap for easy dressing. NEXT £23-£25, SIZES 4-12 BARGAIN BUY Perfect for mixing and matching, these…

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IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK This could be a very lucky year, thanks to a super auspicious Sun/ Jupiter alignment in your chart. Expect good things but don’t go over the top or tip over into arrogance. Also a great year to work on your spiritual life, via a regular meditation practice, for example. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN ARIES 21 MAR-19 APR Your chart has a conundrum in it. On the one hand, you’re entering possibly the most sociable time you’ve had for literally years, but time spent in solitude contemplating life will also be really rich and rewarding now. Visit www.yasminboland.com for your daily horoscopes TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY It’s looking like a lucky week ahead! For a start you have a super auspicious Sun/Jupiter alignment in…

Vicky takes Gold in the new Olympic sport of Dog Wrestling. It was close though – just seconds earlier the pooch had her in a half nelson! We LOVE our avocado on toast in the mornings. But not as much as Charlotte. She always goes face first for that yummy stuff. Well actually, Amy… think you’ll find that’s 228 (cough) Great trivia, Matt. You’ll be telling us next that Harry’s real name is The Artist Formerly Known as Prince… Sam, we can handle it when a man looks great in a dress. But when he looks better in our new boots than us – HE HAS TO GO! As the cost of living crisis hits the world of TV, Tom reveals he’s been asked by Doctor Who producers to knit…