Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 37, 2021 i WHO

Love is in the air! Well, it certainly is in Hollywood it seems. This week the team at WHO are super-excited to bring you news of both Kate Hudson and Britney Spears’ engagements. Read all about the stars’ proposals, rings and future wedding plans on pages 10 and 14, respectively. We’re also living for the return of Bennifer! When we heard whispers that their nuptial planning is well underway – on the down low, that is – our daily Zoom catch-up team meeting went off! That they made their first official red carpet appearance at the Venice Film Festival as a couple and packed on the PDA certainly added fuel to that fire. To find out exactly where Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez‘s rekindled romance is at, turn to page…

Two years ago, Kate Hudson was asked about her wedding plans on the heels of her brother Wyatt Russell’s nuptials to actress Meredith Hagner at their mother Goldie Hawn’s home in Aspen, Colorado. “Oh God! I’m not thinking about that,” she told Entertainment Tonight of walking down the aisle with beau Danny Fujikawa. “Yeah, especially after one wedding, you’re like, ‘Whew!’ It’s a lot of work. Not anytime soon, but I love the man!” It seems the time has come to start planning. The Almost Famous star, 42, announced on September 13 that she and the musician are set to wed after nearly five years together. “Let’s go!” she captioned a sweet snap on Instagram, which showed her embracing Fujikawa, 35. The actress also added bride, groom and wedding chapel…

Playing young, ambitious marketing executive Emily who believes in fairytales and happy endings has clearly rubbed off on Emily in Paris star Lily Collins. The 32-year-old actress secretly wed film director and writer Charlie McDowell, 38, at picturesque resort Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado, on September 4, with lush woods and cascading waterfalls serving an enchanting backdrop. Collins, who wore a dainty long-sleeved, hooded lace gown by Ralph Lauren (one of the few designed by the brand), revealed she and McDowell had quietly tied the knot by sharing stunning images of the nuptials on Instagram. “I’ve never wanted to be someone’s someone more than I do yours, and now I get to be your wife,” the actress captioned a beautiful shot of the couple kissing in their wedding attire. In a…

You can’t help but imagine the sensation of a big warm hug when the fellas from Back to the Rafters talk about getting back on set. For Hugh Sheridan, reuniting with his on-screen family was like “putting on your favourite PJs and socks”. “It was a warm, wonderful and a welcoming experience,” the 36-year-old Aussie actor tells WHO. “Although we had all changed, the Rafters family dynamic was exactly the same.” It was a similar feeling for George Houvardas, who describes revisiting his character, family neighbour and close friend Nick “Carbo” Karandonis, as “like putting on an old pair of RM Williams … slightly mature but still fits like a glove”. “We walked into the room for a read through and we all hit it off like it was yesterday,”…

Just over 10 years have passed since Kate Middleton walked onto the balcony of Buckingham Palace for the first time after her wedding to Prince William and exclaimed “Oh wow” to the hundreds of thousands of well-wishers who had gathered below. While a lot has changed for the royal family in the decade since, the one constant has been the Duchess of Cambridge’s public popularity – and it’s become the monarchy’s greatest asset. Two scandal-filled years for the British royal family saw Prince Harry and Meghan Markle walk out, leaving accusations of racism in their wake, and Prince Andrew hit with a civil suit in a US court over shocking allegations of sexual assault. While the monarchy needs the guiding hand of the Queen now more than ever, after losing…

Jennifer Lawrence is ready for her next major role – being a mum! The star, 31, is expecting a baby with her art gallery director husband, Cooke Maroney, 37. In 2017, the actress said she was getting concerned about her lack of maternal urges while promoting her psychological horror film Mother!. “They are actually getting less and less as I get older,” she said.“I don’t think that’s how it’s supposed to work.” However, things began to change when she met Maroney in June 2018, and the couple tied the knot in October 2019. “I just met Cooke and I wanted to marry him,” Lawrence said in 2019. “He’s the greatest person I’ve ever met, so I feel very honoured to become a Maroney.”…

Ever wanted to know just how Kerr maintains that dewy, glowing skin?“I cleanse my skin in the shower using the cleansing oil, I then mist my skin with our Minty Mineral Hydration Mist,” she explains of her Kora Organics beauty regimen.“I then apply my serums – in the morning I’ll do the Noni Bright Vitamin C Serum and at night I’ll do our night serum. After that, I then apply the Noni Glow Face Moisturiser, then the face oil. And then I’ll do the Berry Bright Eye Cream. And then the eye oil.”The star is also“obsessed” with Kora’s Turmeric 2-in-1 Brightening & Exfoliating Mask.“It’s basically like no other product I’ve ever had before,” she adds.“It’s a deeply detoxifying mask, if you want to leave it on as a mask, or…

SACHA BARON COHEN & ISLA FISHER He is the outrageous 49-year-old comedian with comic creations like Borat, Brüno and Ali G Indahouse. She is the Aussie star who found worldwide fame for her role in The Wedding Crashers. The pair met in 2002 and have since married and raised three kids. On film they appeared together in the gag-fest Grimsby. Fisher, 45, was also her husband’s co-conspirator when she smuggled his Ali G costume into the 2016 Oscars in her Spanx. JOHN KRASINSKI & EMILY BLUNT The Office star John Krasinski and Mary Poppins herself, Emily Blunt, combined their creative forces to make A Quiet Place and A Quiet Place Part II. The high-concept sci-fi feature sees the last survivors on a war-torn earth battling blind aliens with acute hearing…

More than four decades have passed since Juanita Nielsen disappeared and is presumed to have been murdered. But for her family and friends who are still searching for answers, the time has only intensified their grief. “The circumstances around Juanita’s death has been a very traumatic event that deeply affected her family,” Peter Rees, author of Killing Juanita, tells WHO. “Not knowing what happened to her really eats away at their soul,” he explains. Nielsen was just 38 years old when she disappeared on the morning of July 4, 1975, after being lured to meet with a Kings Cross underworld figure at the infamous Carousel Cabaret nightclub. As the publisher of alternative newspaper NOW, Nielsen had been using her platform to campaign against a high-rise development. The construction project involved…

The mogul MIRANDA KERR The entrepreneur uses healing crystals in her holistic approach THE ESSENTIALS “I love to make beauty a nurturing experience for the mind, body and skin, so I incorporate aromatherapy, crystals and tools into my routine to make it a really uplifting experience. Marie Kondo gave me a C note [tuning fork], which is exactly 4096 hertz. She uses it to reset the energy in the room by dinging it on a white quartz crystal. The vibration is so amazing; it really clears the energy and resets my mind.” DAILY ROUTINE “I start my morning with a Noni Glow in water and dry body brushing to get the circulation going. There is also a natural exfoliating process during the night, so in the morning I like to…

MOON RISING Crescent-shaped bags made an appearance last year and they continue to be a winning pick. Make this galactic style sit tight under the arm and keep your outfit simple to show off its stunning curves. BARREL OF FUN New to the scene is this chic, cylindrical option swinging on the shoulders of many A-listers. They’re surprisingly practical and a fun shape to spruce up your spring style. A SOFT TOUCH More versions of these popular quilted, pillow-like bags continue to appear (hurrah!), so jump on the trend now. Taking on an organic, shapeless form in nylon, satin or leather, they’re the perfect contrast to a sleek, tailored look. ITTY-BITTY Teeny tiny bags are back and expect for them to hold nothing more than your phone and keys. These…

While much of local travel is on hold at the moment, there’s no harm in adding some gorgeous Aussie destinations to our travel wish list for when normality resumes. If you’re after a rejuvenating post-lockdown holiday, look no further than Gibraltar Hotel, located in the heart of historic Bowral. Just a 90-minute drive from Sydney or Canberra, and nestled on 40 hectares of rolling gardens and forest at the foot of Mt Gibraltar, the modern deluxe hotel is perfect for a weekend getaway or a mid-week mini-break for couples or families. With wineries and plenty of shopping options only minutes away, the hotel provides the perfect base to explore the region, but boasts enough facilities that you’ll never need to leave. LUXE LODGINGS With 76 luxurious suites on offer, there…

ARIES MAR. 20-APR. 18 This week, your brash planet Mars moves into harmony-loving Libra. You could feel a little bit on the back foot as a result, like you’re not firing on all cylinders. That’s OK. You’re moving into a once-every-two-years cycle where you get to see what happens when you cool those jets of yours and slow things down. Just breathe! TAURUS APR. 19-MAY 20 Ouch! That’s the sound you could be making this week. The universe is setting you straight and making you wake up and face facts. If you’ve been ignoring something at work or in your personal life, sort it out. That said, this week could also teach you the most useful lessons you’ve had in ages. GEMINI MAY 21-JUN. 20 Gemini is the sign of…

It’s been an unusual 18 months or so for all of us but for musician and actor Matt Evans, it’s also been a stand-out time – for all the right reasons! Evans, 25, has just joined the cast of Home and Away playing troubled Theo, who’s only interested in cars, girls and money. “It’s a bit of a dream come true for me because I’m from a family who are fans of Home and Away,” he tells WHO. “It was a surreal moment the first time I was in the diner and around the surf club. I was pretty excited, but my mum is absolutely stoked!” Evans was a completely novice actor when he landed the part. Theo is Leah’s (Ada Nicodemou) nephew and she takes him in when he…

BARE IT ALL MTV VMAS Machine Gun Kelly couldn’t keep his hands off girlfriend Megan Fox in her nearly nude, sparkle-laden outfit. DATE NIGHT MTV VMAS Avril Lavigne and rapper love Mod Sun made their red carpet debut as a couple. You couldn’t miss them! A-LIST HANGS MTV VMAS Ed Sheeran and Troye Sivan showed off their sharp looks. BE MY BABY DADDY? MTV VMAS Things got a little steamy between Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker on the red carpet. Then the reality star met up with pal Megan Fox on stage, where they introduced their “future baby daddies” and current beaus to the audience. SUIT UP MTV VMAS While curls got the girl for Shawn Mendes, Lil Nas X is likely hoping they get the fellas, too – judging…

PREGNANCY Congratulations are in order for Olivia Munn and beau John Mulaney who are expecting their first child. The comedian, 39, announced the news while appearing on the Late Night with Seth Meyers. “I went to Los Angeles and met and started to date a wonderful woman named Olivia and we’re having a baby together,” he said. The Newsroom actress, 41, told Access Daily she won’t be finding out the baby’s sex ahead of the birth. “It’s a good surprise to find out. There’s very few surprises in life.” The pair have been dating since May, just days after Mulaney announced he was splitting from his wife of seven years, Anna Marie Tendler. BIRTH Alicia Vikander and Michael Fassbender have confirmed they are new parents, after being spotted carrying an…

1 When one Brad is not enough ... We’re fairly certain that there were quite a few pairs of eyes on the grandstand rather than the players when Brad Pitt and Bradley Cooper attended the US Open tennis championship on September 12. Turns out the pair have been secret celeb besties for years! 2 Pip and Michael’s reunion They’re on and off on the reg, but it appears that Pip Edwards and Michael Clarke might just be dating again! The pair were spotted leaving the former cricketer’s Rose Bay home for a day out on Sydney Harbour on his boat on September 12. 3 Dylan’s big win! Wheelchair tennis star Dylan Alcott has made history by being the first man to achieve the “Golden Slam” sweep after winning the US…

OWEN WILSON Hudson struck up a romance with the funnyman after they met on the set of their 2006 film, You, Me & Dupree. They split a year later and briefly reconciled in 2008. DAX SHEPARD The pair dated briefly in 2007 after her split from Wilson. “It got hot fast … and I wasn’t prepared,” she said of the romance. MATT BELLAMY Hudson started dating the Muse rocker in mid 2010. They called it quits in 2014. CHRIS ROBINSON Hudson wed The Black Crowes frontman less than a year after they started dating. The marriage lasted for six years. LANCE ARMSTRONG Hudson and the cyclist dated for a few months in 2008. A-ROD The pair dated for seven months in 2009. At the time, Hudson was regularly seen cheering…

While he’s confessed to wanting to take their relationship “to the next step”, Britney Spears’ beau Sam Asghari had never actually put a ring on it – with her conservatorship restrictions seemingly putting a stop to any proposal plans in the past. But with the legal arrangement looking more and more likely to end in the very near future (see breakout box), the 27-year-old has finally popped the question to his long-time lady love! The 39-year-old’s partner of five years first sparked whispers he was set to propose when he was spotted jewellery shopping at Cartier in Beverly Hills on September 2 – with the personal trainer perusing the diamond rings and even taking a snap of one in particular. “It’s never been a question of, ‘Will it happen?’ It’s…

HAPPY FAMILY While Gibney says fans are in for a treat with the revival – with new additions Speers and Haig joining Rafters staples Thomson and Michael Caton – they can revisit the old seasons, which are available on Amazon Prime Video.…

When it was announced that Jessica Marais wouldn’t be reprising her role as Dave and Julie Rafter’s eldest daughter Rachel, Australian actress Georgina Haig landed the part. It was an opportunity the star says left her feeling “a little nervous”. Haig 36, is best known for her roles in US series Once Upon a Time, where she played Queen Elsa, and Secret Bridesmaids’ Business. But as the actress recently told TV WEEK magazine, once she read the Back to the Rafters script, she knew she’d be fine. “She’s living overseas and a lot of the dramas that unfold I can relate to myself,” she added. Haig had spent the past few years living in Los Angeles with her husband, TV writer Josh Mapleston, and 4-year-old daughter Greta. “I felt such…

Tori Spelling is no stranger to surgery. “The one thing for me that has stuck forever is the plastic surgery thing,” the 48-year-old told WHO’s sister publication People magazine back in 2017 of persistent rumours that she’s had work done. And while she happily owns up to having her “nose done and my boobs done”, the actress has always insisted “that’s it” as far as the nips and tucks are concerned. “She definitely did her nose again”- KASSIR But after stepping out on September 2 with a new look, even fans could tell Spelling had upped the ante. The mum-of-five had many doing a double-take while dressed in a denim jumpsuit, with her taut visage and youthful appearance screaming surgery to many. “She definitely did her nose again, 100 per…

Award-winning rapper, actor, activist and author Common has returned to the small screen as a debonair doctor in Season 2 of Netflix’s comedy Never Have I Ever. If it’s true that laughter is the best medicine, he’s found the ultimate cure in his girlfriend of more than a year, comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish, 41. Here, the 49-year-old tells People all about how he’s feeling the love these days, both on-screen and off. How has the past year been for you? I’m just grateful for life. A lot of blessings have come from just me getting to know myself more and knowing God more. The things that [are] important to me, [I’m] really enjoying them and valuing them. I see the gifts that I’ve gotten from being still, and I…

Whether you believe in manifesting or not, the story behind Tegan Martin landing her own TV show is kind of uncanny. “Five years ago I was doing a workshop and they were asking us to get really clear on our goals and intentions around what we wanted in our career and in our personal life,” the 29-year-old tells WHO. “I, sort of, answered the question but the person that was teaching the workshop said, ‘I want you to be more specific than that. What is your dream job?’ And so I wrote down, ‘I want to host my own health and wellness show because that’s what I’m most passionate about.’” So you can imagine Martin’s excitement when she received a phone call last year proposing that very same thing. “I…

What’s the best hack you’ve learned from one of your big name clients? Shay Mitchell taught me how to use hair gel and hairspray to lock in the eyebrows for a bushy brow that stays put all day. It’s stronger than a brow gel! Can you spill the secrets behind Kim Kardashian’s iconic contoured look? It really starts with how you prep the skin and layer makeup in a seamless way. Adding a smooth layer of base and a light layer of cream contour, [then] setting it with a powder contour really seals the deal for all-day wear. What’s your favourite look you’ve done on Ariana Grande? Definitely our Met Gala glam. It was all about fresh chiselled skin, a classic eye and a light nude lip. I remember using…

Shrimp Cakes with Cucumber Dipping Sauce MAKES 16 INGREDIENTS 500g raw shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined 2 tsp finely chopped lemongrass, white part only 3 makrut (kaffir) lime leaves, finely chopped 1 small red or green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 2 tsp lime juice 2 tsp fish sauce 1 free-range egg white 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves 2 tbsp chopped mint 40g (²/ ³ cup) Panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) Vegetable oil, for brushing CUCUMBER DIPPING SAUCE 2 tbsp caster (superfine) sugar 1 Lebanese (short) cucumber 1 small red Asian shallot or French shallot, thinly sliced 1 small red chilli, sliced into thin rings 1 tbsp rice vinegar METHOD 1 Put the shrimp into the bowl of a food processor and pulse for about 10 seconds until roughly chopped. Add the…

The Housewives often accuse each other of having one too many proverbial skeletons in the closest, often at champagne-fuelled functions where their secrets eventually come spilling out. But for Garcelle Beauvais, who stars in the Beverly Hills franchise of the hit reality series, she knows exactly which one of her co-stars to call if she ever had to dispose of a literal dead body. “Erika [Jayne] for sure,” the 54-year-old actress tells WHO with a laugh on the phone from her home in LA. “Because she’s a bad-ass and I know she could handle herself in that situation and know exactly what to do.” Meredith Marks from the Salt Lake City version also knows which of the housewives she’d turn to in her hour of need. “Lisa Barlow,” the 49-year-old…

With many looking to put world events at the back of their minds, Adelaide author Lyndall Clipstone gives us a gripping tale of magic and mystery in these grim times. Inspired by “The Secret Garden, David Bowie as the Goblin King in Labyrinth, and my love of Gothic romance,” her debut novel Lakesedge is a darkly lush fantasy. “It’s a beautiful, atmospheric world that is perfect to lose yourself in,” Clipstone tells WHO. “It’s full of danger but also has a lot of heart and hope.” Set at the haunted Lakesedge estate, characters Violeta and younger brother Arien arrive expecting to find a monster.  But Rowan Sylvanan, the young boy who drowned his entire family at the estate, isn’t what he seems. “I think back to the stories I loved…

“Sources say the show is now looking for someone with poise, authority and natural intelligence. In gayer news: I’m right here, bitch!” RuPaul, throwing his name in the race to be the new Jeopardy! host, on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. “I swear to God, I don’t know what hand the engagement ring goes on, so sometimes I’ll just like put it on my ring finger” Camila Cabello, clarifying she’s not engaged to Shawn Mendes despite wearing a ring recently, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “To be perfectly honest, it was traumatic” Sandra Oh, on shooting to fame with Grey’s Anatomy, on Sunday Today With Willie Geist. “I’m gonna try to celebrate myself and my accomplishments more, I think we all should’ Naomi Osaka, on lifting herself up after being…

Draped in an ivory mermaid-style Georges Hobeika gown and dripping in Cartier diamonds, Jennifer Lopez was beaming – and looking positively bridal – as she stepped out to support Ben Affleck at the premiere of the actor’s new film, The Last Duel. The glamorous outing at the 2021 Venice Film Festival on September 10 marked the couple’s first red carpet appearance since rekindling their romance earlier this year. “Jennifer is very happy that she is able to join Ben in Venice,” a source tells WHO’s sister publication People magazine. “She is excited to be by his side and to support him. They are still very happy together.” And, it would seem, ready to take the next step. “Jen and Ben both know everything about each other – the good, the…

After battling the outcome for months, James “Jamie”Spears finally submitted a petition on September 7 to terminate the conservatorship that’s held his daughter hostage for the past 13 years. “As Mr Spears has said, again and again, all he wants is what is best for his daughter,” the documents read.“If Ms Spears wants to terminate the conservatorship and believes that she can handle her own life, Mr Spears believes that she should get that chance.” Although Britney’s attorney Mathew Rosengart admits that Jamie’s recent move is a“massive”legal victory for Britney“as well as vindication”, he suspects something more sinister is at play.“It appears that Mr Spears believes he can try to avoid accountability and justice,”Rosengart shared. For the singer though, the end of the legal arrangement is all she’s hoped for.“I…

Before teaming up on Apple TV Plus series Morning Wars last year, Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon couldn’t stop singing each other’s praises. “I’m excited, ’cause I get to work with Jen every day for a long time,” Witherspoon, 45, told Extra of her co-star. “She was a big part of why I ended up doing it and we both were really part of getting the project going from the beginning.” Aniston, 52, appeared equally as ecstatic to be sharing the screen again with the former Friends guest star. “Even before Reese played my lovely, albeit somewhat spoiled, sister Jill, she somehow felt like family to me,” she said at the time. “Reese’s amazing talent, both professionally and personally, has long made her a very strong and welcome presence in…

They laugh! The stars first showed off their fun chemistry at Rémy Martin’s Toast to the Arts in 2018. They protest Following the murder of George Floyd, Common and Haddish hit the streets of Los Angeles in June 2020 to protest the killings of unarmed Black people by police. They paint “I love that you are willing to go on Groupon adventures with me,” Haddish, a one-time Groupon spokeswoman, captioned this March 2020 shot of her and Common during a pre-pandemic date. They TikTok The pair got hot and heavy while doing TikTok’s silhouette challenge in January. He “makes my light shine brighter,” Haddish told People.…

GET CLEANING! “It’s the little things that I’ve found really simple, like switching my cleaning products,” the TV host shares.“The natural ones that smell amazing and do a great job are actually not even that much more expensive anymore. So that’s one really great switch.” NATURAL BEAUTY Finding beauty products that have more natural ingredients but still actually do their job is a case of trial and error, says Martin.“There’s some that work well and some that I just don’t feel like I get the same result with, but it’s all about trialling and giving it a go,” she explains. MORNING BREW Another small swap that Martin’s naturopath recommended to the blonde beauty is substituting her morning coffee for a hot lemon water.…

In a world ruled by tech, sometimes it’s nice to tap into ancient wisdom. From invigorating rose quartz to nurturing jade and healing amethyst, these facial tools are built to put your skin (and mind) back into balance. Use them to lather your cleanser with up and outward movements, or to work in serums and creams for an instant blood flow boost and satisfying lifting effect.…

STYLE CRUSH OF THE WEEK: GAGA’S GLOW UP Feminine, glamorous and sleek, Lady Gaga’s hit a new stage in her style life and we’re loving it. Polar opposite to her usual quirky looks (who can forget the infamous meat dress?), some are calling it her Elizabeth Taylor years, while others suspect it’s tied to a new album release. Either way, this old Hollywood look suits her and we can’t wait to see what she does next. EVERYBODY IS WEARING BUSTIERS Corset-style tops are making a big statement on the streets, with some of our favourite A-listers rocking them with loose trousers or baggy jeans. Wear it your way with high-waisted pants to avoid showing too much skin or style over a tee. SAY IT LOUD Mispronouncing brand names…

Many of life’s biggest moments are associated with the celebration of a relationship. From engagement parties and bridal showers to hens’ nights and weddings, it’s all too easy to feel a disappointment with your single status. But in reality, being single and happy should be celebrated and enjoyed, rather than seen as a consolation prize. SCARED OF BEING SINGLE? Plenty of us are afraid of being alone, regardless of our relationship status, says Stacey June, author of Single Pringle: Stop Wishing Away Your Single Life and Learn to Flourish Solo. According to June, one of the reasons we crave connections with other people can be to take the focus off ourselves. “Being with others, whilst enjoyable and useful at times, can also be a way to distract from thoughts that…

STAY-PUT TIGHTS Nothing sabotages a good workout like leggings that won’t stay up, but Dylan Osborne, head of brand at LSKD, explains it’s all about choosing the right fit.“The secret to unmovable tights is the waistband,” he says.“To find the ultimate fit, look for a super-soft and flexible material that is both supportive and stretchy.” From $80 LSKD Rep 7/8 tights lskd.co BREAST PROTECTION More women are playing contact sports than ever, meaning there’s more awareness of the need for breast protection. The good news is that products like Boob Armour have you covered.“We wear helmets and shin guards, but what about protecting the most important part of your body?” AFLW superstar and physio Libby Birch says. $79.95 Boob Armour inserts boobarmour.com.au ALL-DAY ACTIVEWEAR If, like most of us, you’ve…

The world of whisky is complex and while we may not be able to break it all down, we can start with some basic jargon. Essentially, whisky is distilled from a fermented grain mash consisting of barley, corn, rye or wheat, and aged in barrels for anywhere from just a few years to decades. PEAT When sprouted grain (usually barley) is toasted over a peat fire to make malt, it absorbs the smoky flavour. MALT Single malt must be made from 100 per cent malted barley, which is malted, milled and mashed at a single distillery. The starch in the grain transforms into sugar and then into alcohol, thanks to added yeast. DRAM This term originated from Scotland and refers to a single serving of whisky. How big a serving?…

Her raspy voice propelled her to rock stardom in the ’80s and Melissa Etheridge has remained at the top of the charts ever since. But music has given the 60-year-old singer much more than fame. It provided a lifeline for the star when she lost what was dearest to her. Etheridge’s 21-year-old son Beckett died of a drug overdose in May 2020. “Because it happened during the pandemic I put my nose to the grindstone and really had to throw myself into creating something,” she tells WHO over Zoom from her home in LA. The result was Etheridge TV, a live streaming platform where she performed daily.“It gave me purpose and working on that and the songs kept me going,” Etheridge explains. “It allowed me to heal and saved my…

KICKING GOALS by Sam Kerr The captain of the Matildas soccer team has delved into her own history for her new children’s novel. It’s based on her career change, where she stopped playing AFL because there wasn’t a girl’s team and made the flip to soccer. (Out now) THE LYING GAME by Ruth Ware When Reese Witherspoon said “she could not put this book down”, she wasn’t lying! The story follows four friends whose boarding school antics, and the dark secret they’ve tried to hide for 17 years, comes back to haunt them. (Out now) THE HEART PRINCIPLE by Helen Hoang Violinist Anna is struggling from major career burnout when her long-term beau announces he wants an open relationship before they settle down. So she decides to embark on a…

Last time my pet made me laugh I just had [professional skateboarder] Tony Hawk on my podcast [Good for You], and my dog Mona sat in his chair after the interview. She was licking it and wouldn’t get off. I was like, “OK, she’s a big Tony Hawk fan.” Last thing I discovered about myself That I sometimes have terrible breath. Thank you, masks. I cannot believe I was just walking around with coffee breath all the time. I am so sorry. Last time I stayed up too late I was in Las Vegas, doing a thing for the Magic Mike show, and I stayed up all night on Etsy panic-buying vintage shirts with horses on them to wear. The options in Vegas were not great; it was a lot…