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‘Home is somewhere we can close the door and feel instantly calm and cosseted’ As a self-confessed homebird, Chrissie Rucker is making the most of the time she now has to spend at her 17th-century house in rural Buckinghamshire during lockdown. “The rare occasion when we get time to be just at home is a complete treat for me,” says the founder of The White Company. “Home has always been such a special place. Somewhere we can close the door from the outside world and feel instantly calm and cosseted.” Set in landscaped gardens, the house, which has a great hall with a mezzanine gallery, a drawing room, spacious kitchen, study as well as stables (for the family horses) and outdoor pool, is an inspiration to anyone who considers home…

GIGI AND ZAYN EXPECTING A PLUS-ONE AT LOCKDOWN BIRTHDAY PARTY They’ll soon be swapping Pillowtalk for nappy talk, and Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik could not have looked happier in photos from the model’s 25th birthday party, during which it was revealed they are expecting a baby. Fans suspected it might be an extra-special celebration after spotting balloons tied with blue and pink ribbons, plus “Hello Little One” gift bags in photos posted on Instagram by Gigi and model sister Bella (together left with Zayn, 27, on the Hadid farm in Pennsylvania, where they’re staying in lockdown). Making the news official – though not revealing the baby’s gender – last week Gigi told Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show : “We’re very excited and happy and grateful for everyone’s well…

Birthday girl Princess Charlotte looks all grown up in adorable new photographs taken by her mother. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge shared the charming images to mark Charlotte’s fifth birthday on 2 May, which the family celebrated at their country home Anmer Hall, on the Queen’s Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. The little Princess smiles straight into the camera as she sits on a hay bale for a portrait taken last week. And another three pictures taken by Kate reveal how the Cambridges have been helping their community as lockdown continues. Prince William, Kate, six-year-old Prince George, Charlotte and two-year-old Prince Louis spent an afternoon last week making batches of fresh pasta, filling at least a dozen bags, which they delivered along with food packages to elderly and vulnerable people…

‘I still live in Cardiff. My family are nearby and my old friends. I guess I don’t want the red-carpet lifestyle enough to change that’ There’s nothing lush about celeb life for Gavin and Stacey star Ruth Jones (left) ‘It’s my grandparents I’m worried about’ But Normal People’s Daisy Edgar-Jones says sex scenes were “unfreaky” for her ‘I pushed for you for whatever reason. If I hadn’t been so vocal, I wouldn’t have gotten you. I really wanted you. You’re so nurturing and patient’ Stacey Dooley reveals she had her eye on dance partner turned beau Kevin Clifton from the start of Strictly Come Dancing ‘I spoke to some people and they will do everything to make sure the show goes on’ Zoe Ball reveals Strictly will waltz on to…

More than 30 companies are joining us to offer one lucky key worker the wedding of their dreams. The celebration will be held in the grand Ballroom at Rosewood London with the dancefloor, lighting and sound decked out by Luminaire Events. Award-winning wedding planner Melanie Helen at Cranberry Blue will work alongside bespoke caterer Jimmy Garcia, internationally renowned florist Farima Perry Florals & Events and celebrity favourite Elizabeth’s Cake Emporium. Meanwhile, David Christopher Photography and award-winning videographer John Nassari will record all the happy memories for posterity, SS Couture for The Wedding Gallery will provide the show-stopping bridal gown and Needle & Thread will give three gorgeous bridesmaids’ dresses. With several other wouldn incredible ’t want brands to say “I on do” board to all this , who ?…

Jewellery designer to the stars Nigora Tabayer has set her sights on helping charity Kitchen Social, part of the Mayor’s Fund For London, by donating all profits from the sale of her exquisite Déjà Vu earrings to the good cause. The £36,900 earrings – worn by Olivia Wilde on the red carpet at the Hollywood Film Awards last November (below) hold a special place in the designer’s heart, championing positivity and protection with their eye symbol design. “When I was a child, my mother never let me leave the house without my eye bracelet to protect me,” says Nigora. “I wanted to convey this sentiment through my own designs, particularly in the current climate.” Nigora’s generous gift will provide support to some of the capital’s most vulnerable families during the…

She has spoken in the past about her near-death experience, when she fell into a coma after the birth of her daughter Hollie in 2012, and now Amanda Holden is honouring the NHS heroes who saved her life. The Heart Radio breakfast presenter has released a debut single, a cover of Judy Garland classic Over the Rainbow , with all proceeds donated to NHS Charities Together. She says: “This campaign and the NHS mean a lot to me because they saved my life. They also saved my sister’s life after she was in a car accident.” Amanda also recalled the moment nine years ago when her and husband Chris Hughes’s son was stillborn. “Our son Theo was born sleeping at an NHS hospital, where all the staff were utterly extraordinary…

JAZZ APPLE & GINGER DHAL Serves 4 Preparation time 10 minutes Cooking time 40-45 minutes “It might sound a bit weird using apple in a dhal, but it works so well. This recipe is suitable for freezing, so you always have a nutritious meal on hand.” INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp coconut oil • 1 tsp curry powder • 1 tsp cumin powder • ½ tsp cayenne pepper • 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped • A thumb-size piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated • A small piece of fresh turmeric, grated • 3 cloves garlic, crushed • 1 Jazz apple, grated on the large holes of a box grater • 200g/7oz red split lentils, well rinsed • 1 x 400g can coconut milk • Salt and freshly ground black…

Mel Giedroyc is best known for making us laugh alongside her comedy partner and best friend Sue Perkins, but the TV and radio presenter and actress is currently enjoying a new partnership. She and her radio DJ pal Andy Bush have teamed up for podcast Mel Giedroyc is Quilting , with the pair making a patchwork quilt from fabric donated by friends, famous names and listeners. “Mary Berry sent us a sundress that she wore in the 1960s,” says Mel, who worked with Mary when she and Sue hosted The Great British Bake Off on the BBC. “It’s classic Bezza – very jolly and quite practical. Red cotton with a white pattern. I made five patches out of it. I was really moved that she sent it to us.” Mel…

She was an unknown plucked from many hopefuls all competing for the same coveted role. These pictures, taken from scenes shot for the next series of The Crown , show just how perfectly suited 24-year-old Emma Corrin is to the role of the Princess of Wales. “Emma [inset above left] is a brilliant talent who immediately captivated us when she came in for the part of Diana Spencer,” said Peter Morgan, creator of the hit royal drama, when the casting was first announced. “As well as having the innocence and beauty of a young Diana, she also has, in abundance, the range and complexity to portray an extraordinary woman who went from anonymous teenager to becoming the most iconic woman of her generation.” The past three series of The Crown…

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his fiancée C a r r i e Symonds have welcomed their first child together, a boy. The new arrival, whose name has not yet been released, was born at a London hospital on Wednesday last week, with the PM present at the birth. Downing Street said in a statement: “Both mother and baby are doing very well.” A day after the baby’s birth, the PM took part in his first daily briefing since leaving hospital, where he spent three nights in intensive care with coronavirus. “I want to thank everybody who has been doing such a good job in my absence, and I want to thank the NHS for so much – including getting me back here and, I might add, a very much…

‘The NHS are incredibly dedicated, and their commitment to giving support and saving lives is unbelievable’ In a week that has seen Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood at the top of the charts, he has been singing the praises of the incredible work of those on the front line. Inspired by the most special symbol of hope, a rainbow, he has taken those colours to his heart by creating a beautiful artwork for HELLO! in tribute to the NHS. Sharing his gratitude, the accomplished artist and guitarist says: “The NHS are incredibly dedicated, and their commitment to giving support and saving lives is unbelievable. They deserve all the credit people can give them.” Unveiled here for the first time, the colourful artwork was created by Ronnie last week in his…

To nominate yourself, a friend or a family member, write to us and say, in no more than 300 words, why you or they deserve to win this dream wedding. Please confirm that you have the permission of the person you are entering and proof of their occupation as an NHS staff member or other key worker. This competition is open to UK residents only and the couple must be legally able to marry this year. Submit your entry, along with a picture of your nominees, to competitions@hellomagazine. com. Entries close on Sunday 10 May at 11.59pm. The entries will be judged by HELLO! editor in chief Rosie Nixon, publisher Tamsyn Spires and head of digital Sophie Vokes-Dudgeon and Bridelux chief executive James Lord and creative director Anisha Vasani. To…

She’s renowned for whipping up sweet treats at the home she shares with her husband, Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood, and now theatre producer Sally Wood has created a chocolate bar to show her appreciation for the NHS. Featuring Britain’s most iconic nurse, Florence Nightingale, the milk chocolate treat has been donated by the keen confectioner to NHS care packages for front-line staff, while the entire proceeds of those purchased from her Sweet Theatre range will go to the NHS. “This is just a tiny gesture, which will hopefully cheer up some of the front-line workers while we stay at home. We can’t thank them enough,” Sally tells HELLO! . The creation of this special bar, which ties in with the Florence Nightingale 200th anniversary, was inspired by Sally’s friend,…

As model Rosie went out for her daily exercise with actor fiancé Jason Statham and their son Jack, who turns three next month, she showed just how covetable a tracksuit and trainers can be. Strolling in her home town of Los Angeles, Rosie opted for matching cotton track pants and sweater from LA-based unisex label Les Tiens – who aim to produce the “perfect basics” – New Balance trainers, her trusty Bottega Veneta sunglasses and Jessica McCormack necklace and earrings.…

From Holly Willoughby dyeing her hair in her bathroom to Brooklyn Beckham getting a trim from girlfriend Nicola Peltz, DIY hair is officially rivalling banana bread on social media. And is it just us, or are the posts a wonderful tonic to lockdown boredom? After all, we have plenty to get through: #quarantinehair has more than 15 million views on TikTok and almost 58,000 posts on Instagram. The coronavirus crisis has left a lot of us wondering if we will ever set foot in our beloved hair salon again. Yes, there are bigger worries right now, but straggly ends and bad roots are the topic of many conversations. “We are all at the point of desperation with our hair,” says Shannon Gallacher, colourist at London salon Nicola Clarke at John…

Looking after our health is more important than ever, and eating nourishing foods is the first step to good health. These recipes have been created by Elisa Rossi, founder of Happy Skin Kitchen (happyskinkitchen.com), who focuses on plant-based cooking and creating dishes that are good for your body and skin. Elisa has used UK-grown Jazz apples – which are widely available in supermarkets and were voted the UK’s favourite apple last year – to add some natural sweetness to other fresh ingredients that provide immunity-boosting iron and zinc, plus plenty of vitamins. For more info and recipes, visit jazzapple.com/uk.…

STREAMING UPLOAD This new sci-fi comedy from Parks and Recreation writer Greg Daniels is set in 2033 and sees humans able to choose to be “uploaded” into a virtual afterlife. Expect laughs among hologram phones, 3D food printers and automated grocery stores. Starring Robbie Amell, plus Andy Allo and Zainab Johnson (both right). Available on Amazon Prime Video. EVENT BIG BOOK WEEKEND Bookworms will love this three-day virtual event that unites UK book festivals called off due to Covid-19. A diverse line-up spans everything from poetry to football and star speakers, such as Alexander McCall-Smith and 2019 Booker Prize winner Bernardine Evaristo. From 8 to 10 May. Visit myvlf.com or bigbookweekend.com. THEATRE BRISTOL OLD VIC AT HOME The building may be closed, but Bristol Old Vic is still bringing the magic…

They were the fairytale shoes that saw the Princess of Wales through one of the biggest days of her life – her wedding day – and now a sketch of the design for the delicate footwear and a sample of the lace used on them are the latest memorabilia to go up for auction. The Clive Shilton shoes were specially designed for Diana and featured more than 500 sequins and 100 seed pearls, and they were finished with fine lace and satin. In a secret sentimental nod, the arches were adorned with a C and D – for Charles and Diana – with a heart placed between the initials. Diana’s decision to have a very low heel had been revealed by the designer ahead of the big day on 29…

‘To everybody who helped us win that war – thank you’ As a supporter of The Royal British Legion’s virtual VE Day, the indefatigable actress, author and producer Dame Joan Collins shares her special memories of the historic event and her experiences as a young girl growing up during the Second World War, in a video filmed exclusively for HELLO!. VE Day was the most amazing, fantastic day. Daddy put us all into his car and we drove around London, which was full of people dancing and singing, kissing and hugging each other, climbing up lamp posts, waving Union Jacks and screaming with joy. We drove to Piccadilly and the soldiers and sailors were crawling all over Eros. I’d never seen anything like it. I was very young when the…

NADINE COYLE Fuels talk of Girls Aloud reunion Pop group Girls Aloud could get back together for their 20th anniversary in 2022, according to ex-member Nadine Coyle. The 34-year-old hinted she would join Cheryl Tweedy, Kimberley Walsh, Nicola Roberts and Sarah Harding on a reunion tour to mark two decades in music. Nadine said: “There’s been loads of conversations and people now are getting in contact, like: What do we do?’ It’s still early.” Girls Aloud were formed in 2002, when they won reality show Popstars: The Rivals. The five-piece scored four UK No. 1s before splitting in 2013. • Ex-Spice Girls star Emma Bunton has said the band could do further gigs. “Hopefully there are still some quite exciting things coming from the Spice Girls. Fingers crossed we can…

At HELLO! w we are doing everything we can to deliver some much-needed positivity and kindness as we go through these difficult times. This week we devote 20 pages as a special tribute to all our front-line workers who are giving their time so selflessly to help others. As well as highlighting some of their extraordinary stories, we have spoken to those who are raising vital funds and we reveal the results of our exclusive poll that shows how the country has been inspired by the way our royal family have given support in words and deeds. And at the heart of our tribute is the most remarkable piece of rainbow-coloured art, created with love by rock legend Ronnie Wood…

‘I’ve aged about 30 years. But it was worth it’ The London marathon may have been postponed until October, but that wasn’t going to stop former Hollyoaks actress Davinia Taylor from running the 26.2 miles she had hoped to complete on the streets of the capital in April. Currently isolating with her family in their home in Marbella, Spain and not even able to leave to exercise, an undeterred Davinia turned to her “clapped-out” 20-year-old treadmill – which is stuck on a 2% incline – to run and raise money for the NHS. “I was signed up to run anyway and I thought: Why not?’ It’s not got the atmosphere of the marathon, but it gives me something to do on a Sunday morning,” she laughs as she catches up…

Inspired to get creative for a good cause? We are calling on the nation’s youngsters to get involved to help raise money for the NHS Charities Together Covid-19 Urgent Appeal. Just take a photograph of your little one and their rainbow creation, post it on social media along with the hashtag #hellorainbowchallenge, and nominate two friends to do the same – then make a £5 donation to the cause. We’d love you to get as creative as possible! The best entries may appear in the magazine or on our website – so by taking part, you confirm you are happy for us to print your child’s picture. One lucky winner will receive Swarovski’s entire rainbow collection. Entries close on 10 May at 11.59pm. Open to UK residents only. For full…

KELLY HOPPEN – INTERIORS Few people are better placed than award-winning interior designer Kelly Hoppen to give advice on how to transform a home. “This is a fantastic opportunity to give your home a facelift from the inside out,” Kelly tells HELLO! . “Reshuffle rooms and move the furniture to give a fresh look, swap cushions from bedrooms to the living room, and try new things. It’s incredible what rotating a few key pieces can do.” She recommends thinking hard when giving walls a lick of paint. “For bedrooms, keep colours calm to encourage you to be restful. Experiment with colour in rooms where you don’t spend as much time and where you won’t tire of a bold colour or print, such as studies or guest bedrooms. Play…

One of the things we will all take from these most unusual and uncertain times is how lovely people can be. I’m lucky to live on a street where everyone looks out for each other and I hear that’s true all over the country. Thoughtful acts of kindness have played a huge part for many people in lifting spirits through these tough times. The highlight of my week is the Thursday night Clap For Our Carers. I’m in awe of the NHS and I’m glad we can show our appreciation in such an emphatic way across the entire country every week. To show more support, follow the likes of Cheryl Tweedy, Ashley Roberts (right) and Pixie Lott and purchase a Kindred Thank You NHS T-shirt ( 2 ). It’s super…

BRITISH ASPARAGUS, CHICKEN & SPINACH ORZO Serves 4 Preparation time 10 minutes Cooking time 15-20 minutes I NGREDIENTS • 4 tsp olive oil • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 2 skinless chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces • 2 banana shallots, peeled and chopped • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 200g/7oz orzo • 100ml/4fl oz chicken stock • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, washed and trimmed and cut into pieces • Zest and juice of 1 lemon • 1 x 115g bag of washed and ready prepared baby spinach • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan, plus extra to serve 1 . Heat half the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Season the chicken and add to the pan, frying until golden all over. Remove and set to one…

07.16. The Tube train is packed – I’m sandwiched between a tall man in a suit, a woman who seems to be transporting bamboo canes (is a rush-hour Tube really the place for that?) and a teenage girl with a studded rucksack (oww). A bamboo cane digs into my upper thigh. At least one person is standing on my foot. I am studiously lowering my eyes because if I look up at the man whose chest is currently pressed against mine, I’ll end up nutting him. I fix my gaze on the Tube map just visible between bodies – I’m getting off at the next stop, Oxford Circus, so this will all be over in about three minutes. Thank God. I close my eyes for a moment and return to…