Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 909 i Closer

It’s been three (long) months since lockdown began, and despite positive signs, it seems we won’t get back to anything like normal for a while. So we’ve packed this issue with helpful things. Treat yourself to some “me-time” as Closer’s favourite celebs reveal their pick of the best books, podcasts and TV in our entertainment special. Therapist Emma Kenny shows how to get your mojo back, and if you’re feeling the pinch, check out our inspired ways to slash household bills. Dr C has some easy steps to boosting immunity, and if you’re worried about stuffing your face with chocolate while everyone else is learning Pilates online, you’ll love our chat with A Place In The Sun’s Jasmine Harman, who candidly admits to devouring wine and pizza while her pals…

● Talk to your child about which apps, games and platforms they are using. Ensure they’re aware of inappropriate behaviour, while explaining they should speak up if they’re worried. ● Encourage them to use a public space, such as the living room, when they are using their webcam or devices for lessons, clubs or activities. This will ensure you have some level of supervision of who they’re talking to. ● Check in with your child regularly about what they are doing or sharing and who they are chatting with. ● If you are worried your child is being groomed, contact CEOP at Ceop.police.uk for advice or to make a report.…

She’s long been open about her desire to have a baby, and now Gemma Collins has revealed she plans to fall pregnant next year. The TOWIE star,39,hassaid that, on doctor’s advice, she’s recently shed 3st in a bid to boost her fertility. She also suffers from polycystic ovaries, which gives sufferers a higher risk of pregnancy complications. But Gemma is confident she’ll make her dream of becoming a mum a reality. She said, “I would love to have a child. It would be great for me and such a positive message for all the girls out there who don’t want to rush their life, or their life has taken a different direction. In my forties I’d love everybody to see The GC walking around with a pram.” Her comments come…

‘ A SIBLING FOR REGGIE WOULD COMPLETE THE FAMILY’ She was all smiles as she was snapped on a walk in the park in Bristol with her son Reggie, 21 months. And as Josie Gibson cherishes more quality time with her son during lockdown, she also has additional day-to-day help from Reggie’s dad Terry, her ex, who moved back in last month. Now pals say Josie, 35, is even considering having another baby. A source says, “Josie is all about family these days; she enjoys working and is happy, but she’s got more of a balance to life now. She’s just so content now she’s a mum and is contemplating whether now is the time to have another. Josie’s been telling friends she’d like a girl next. At first her…

COURTENEY, 56: ‘My favourite foods are veg’ She’s barely aged since starring as Monica Geller in Friends back in the ’90s, and Courteney Cox showed off her honed body as she celebrated her birthday last week, posting a video of her sprinting along the beach in a black bikini. The sporty star – who shares 15-year-old daughter Coco with ex David Arquette – says she enjoys activities like surfing, netball and tennis, revealing, “I’ve always loved exercise and feel that being active is important to maintain not only physical health, but mental health as well.” Discussing her diet, she says, “Luckily, my favorite foods are vegetables. I love kale, spinach, broccoli, asparagus. Anything green I crave.” Courteney also swears by daily green juices. On a tour with fiancé Johnny McDaid,…

Her Hollywood career has been blighted by scandal and heartache –battling postpartum depression, drinking problems, two rehab stints and a turbulent love life. And while she’s been on a career break since 2016, Hayden Panettiere, 30, is clearly keen to show how she’s worked hard to turn her troubled life around. She looked happier and healthier than ever in a string of fresh-faced selfies as she returned to Instagram recently, sharing rare snaps with her five-year-old daughter, Kaya, whose dad is heavyweight boxing champ, Wladimir Klitschko. One excited fan gushed on social media, “FINALLY! We’ve missed you so much!” while another added, “You look amazing! So glad to see you looking so well and healthy!” Her glowing transformation is a far cry from the dishevelled former child star who was…

‘Our family has grown up together as a bunch of friends’ WORK OUT FOR YOUR WELLBEING MARTIN: “With exercise – going to the gym or working out at home – I do it more for my brain now. I find that the older I get, I work out more for my sense of wellbeing rather than the physical side of things. It gives you that zone-out period. It’s almost like you’re meditating when you’re working out because there’s nothing else to think about.” LUCK COMES WITH HARD WORK ROMAN: “Something my mum always used to tell me is that you make your own luck in life. I kind of had to take that into my own life because, growing up, if anything good ever happened to me in terms of…

COPING WITH CORONAVIRUS  “I had a few days where I’d fall asleep in the middle of whatever I was doing. I had a lingering cough, and taking a deep breath felt excruciating. I was lucky to have neighbours who helped with shopping, and friends left care packages and walked our Labrador, Jet. ” PARENTING DURING LOCKDOWN  “My experiences at the beginning without my husband, Jon, gave me such an insight and a deep respect for single parents. It’s so hard to be on duty all the time, and there’s no off-switch.” THE RETURN OF A PLACE IN THE SUN  “We hope to start filming when it’s safe to do so but we know we’ll need to modify the show to keep people safe. We’ve had loads of applications…

Even before we were in the grip of a pandemic, many of us were keen to protect ourselves against ill health. Wellness sites are littered with smoothies, tonics and supplements that promise to improve immunity function, but unfortunately there’s not one magic pill. TAKE A SUPPLEMENT Nearly a third of people have started to take a vitamin or supplement to boost their health. Vitamin D is probably as good as you’ll get in pill form, as most of us are deficient. Topping up your levels will help your immune system function better. However, nothing will suddenly give you super immunity. In fact, we all possess “super immunity” already. Our immune systems are truly amazing – vastly complex and incredibly robust. EAT WELL Supplements sold to support the immune system tend…

MY BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT IS... being part of the cast for Barney The Purple Dinosaur when I was 11. I used to go to Sylvia Young Theatre School and when the show came over from America, I passed the audition and got to tour the UK, which was amazing. I FEAR... spiders and snakes. I don’t think I could do I’m A Celeb! I was asked during series one of TOWIE, but because I was so underweight, and contestants lose so much weight in there, it wasn’t safe to put me in. MY BIGGEST LIFE LESSON IS... don’t trust other people with your money. I was just a normal kid when I went into reality TV. I’ve been caught out too many times in the industry by signing contracts and not…

SPOTLIGHT ON... COAST’S NEW SUMMER STYLES They used to be our go-to for occasionwear, but after a brand revamp, Coast now offers lots of chic daytime designs, too – and we’re in love! From statement hues to pretty and punchy prints, there’s something to suit every style and budget. What’s more, there’s a big sale on right now! IN THE NEWS... MICHELLE’S SUMMER PICKS We’re always excited about a new Michelle Keegan X Very drop, and her latest edit of pretty-yet-practical summer pieces is one of our favourites yet! With pastel shorts, colourful dresses, staple denim pieces and everyday basics, you can find everything you need to look chic in the sunshine.…

HIGH SHINE The satin slip skirt has become a fashion staple over the last few years, and this aqua number proves the trend is still going strong. Give it a casual spin with a slogan tee. ZARA £29.99 SPOT ON Rock the dots with this monochrome marvel – smart enough to wear with a blouse for a virtual meeting, yet super comfortable for the weekend. RESERVED £19.99 SHIMMERTASTIC Sequins bring joy all year, not just during the festive period! This pink buy will instantly be daytime-ready with trainers and an oversized white shirt. TOPSHOP £29 NURTURE NATURE Perfect for any plant-obsessed fashionista, this cute botanical separate is a playful match for a simple bardot top. MONKI £30 TRULY TROPICAL Channel exotic vibes with this bright, leafy design. The wrap style…

DREW’S BLEMISH BUSTER It’s normal for skin to act out during stressful times, so a mask treatment is the ideal way to get it under control. A-lister Drew Barrymore swears by this detoxifying clay mask, saying, “This helps my weird hormonal breakouts – why am I 45 with the skin of a prepubescent boy?! You can just put them on spots to dry out overnight – I focus it on the pores on my nose. Right now I’m having a breakout of adult acne so I’m in need.” HOLLY’S ROOT REVIVER As the face of Garnier, we weren’t surprised to discover that TV presenter Holly Willoughby uses it herself – and her impressive skills on an Instagram video proved she’s a pro at applying it, too. “Nobody believes that I…

• If you don’t feel like you have an area in your house suitable for an online conversation, interiors company West Elm is offering free virtual backgrounds. You can upload these on to your Zoom call and impress whoever you’re chatting to – you can choose from a mid-century living room, a waterfront apartment, an industrialglam loft space and many more! Once you’ve decided on a backdrop, save the image to your desktop, then once on Zoom, press the “up” arrow, next to the “stop video“ icon in the bottom left corner, then select “choose a virtual background”. • If all else fails, you could try hanging a sheet or a blanket up on the wall to block out any distractions. • Lighting can make all the difference to your…

1 EASTENDERS: SHARONGATE CLASSIC EPISODE REPEATED TUE 30 JUNE, 7.30PM, BBC1 Over 25m people tuned in to this episode back in October 1994. Sharon Mitchell – married to Grant – was having an affair with Phil, and Grant found out. Grant playing a tape of Sharon confessing to sleeping with his brother to the whole of the Queen Vic is one iconic moment we’re more than happy to see again. FACTFILE  The Sharon/Phil/ Grant love triangle plot was planned from the first introduction of Phil and Grant in 1990, as writers realised Sharon was perfect for both brothers. 2 CANADA’S DRAG RACE RUPAUL SPIN-OFF FRI 3 JULY, BBC THREE / IPLAYER The Beeb has landed the Canadian version of RuPaul’s Drag Race, with LGBQT+ activist Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman, model Stacey…

It’s been a tough week for Meghan Markle, as she was once again the target of negative headlines. This time, it involved her friendship with a Canadian socialite. The biracial duchess has reportedly ended her ten-year friendship with her “closest ally”, Jessica Mulroney, after the stylist caused a storm by allegedly sending threatening messages to a black social media influencer in a dispute about white privilege amid the Black Lives Matter movement. And what’s more, Meghan and Harry – who are isolating in LA with their son Archie, one – were dealt another blow when their application to trademark their new charitable organisation Archewell was reportedly rejected as they hadn’t signed the document or paid the fees. But it’s likely that a fallout with another close friend would have been…

She’s been isolating in style, sharing photos of herself enjoying quality time with husband David, 45, and their children at their plush home in the Cotswolds. And two weeks ago, Posh, 46, gave another glimpse into the Beckhams’ day-to-day life when she opened up in a Guardian magazine interview. The designer – who’s in lockdown with her younger children, Romeo, 17, Cruz, 15 and Harper, eight, while eldest son Brooklyn, 21, is isolating with girlfriend Nicola Peltz, 25 – has been making the most of her lavish country surroundings, with a tennis court, sauna, hot tub and pizza oven. We give the lowdown on 24 hours with the former Spice Girl... 5:30AM – TWO-HOUR POWER WORKOUT Posh gets up between 5.30am and 6am and does a 7km run on the…

Closer’s psychological therapist Emma Kenny says, “It’s great that Katie is in a much better place right now – I think lockdown may have given her space to think. It doesn’t surprise me that her feeling in a better place coincides with her being on better terms with Pete. He was such a source of stability in her life – despite being long split up, they once knew each other so well. Their break-up was also clearly traumatic for her – she’s said herself it was her biggest regret – so to be on good terms with him will have helped her find peace. Plus, being on good terms with an ex when you have children often saves you heartache and upset. You know your children are in the best…

Lorin LaFave’s 14-year-old son Breck Bednar was groomed online by teenager Lewis Daynes, who later murdered Breck in February 2014. The pair met online while gaming. Daynes, then 18, told Breck elaborate lies before inviting the teenager to his house to meet in person. Daynes was jailed for life for fatally stabbing the teenage boy and ordered to serve a minimum of 25 years. Lorin now campaigns to raise awareness of online danger through the Breck Foundation. She says, “Now, more than ever, parents need to be aware of who their children are speaking to online. While most of us are spending more time online with the current situation, so too are online predators. They try to build relationships with our children through having fun and laughs as well as…

They welcomed a baby daughter in December – and it seems that Rachel Riley and husband Pasha Kovalev have taken to parenthood swimmingly, as the couple looked happier and more in love than ever while out on a stroll in London. Rachel, 34, grinned as she walked alongside Pasha, 40, while holding baby Maven, and the couple were even snapped having a quick kiss. Rachel and Pasha first met in 2013 when they were partnered up on Strictly Come Dancing, while Rachel was married to first husband Jamie Gilbert. They began dating in 2014, married in June 2019 and welcomed baby Maven six months later.…

‘The key to my success was having a trade to fall back on’ He only applied to go on Big Brother to try to win the £70,000 prize to help pay for an operation for his friend, but not only was Craig Phillips crowned the show’s first-ever winner in 2000, he also won over the nation. The Scouse builder, 48, suddenly found himself rubbing shoulders with showbiz legends like the Beckhams, Chris Evans and Richard Branson. Craig – whose friend Joanne needed a £250,000 heart and lung transplant, but sadly died in 2008 – used his exposure, alongside his building skills, to become a DIY expert on shows like 60 Minute Makeover, Housecall and Our House. OPPORTUNITY He says, “I was really content with my job when I went on…

LORRAINE KELLY ‘Funny and heartbreaking’ “I’ve just finished reading an advance copy of a brilliant book called Anti Social: The Secret Diary Of An Antisocial Behaviour Officer, by Nick Pettigrew,” TV presenter Lorraine, 60, tells Closer. “It’s an insight into the life of someone who does that job. It’s funny, heartbreaking and I couldn’t put it down. I had to read it in one sitting.” Kathy Burke is also a big fan, describing it as “darkly comic”. ● Nick Pettigrew’s book will be published on 23 July DAVOOD GHADAMI ‘It made me think about normality’ Davood, 37, who has played EastEnders’ Kush since 2014, loved Learning To Breathe With Fire. “It’s about how to train in a certain way, and is really interesting reading,” he says. “It made me think…

‘I REALISED THAT I HAD TO TAKE CONTROL, OTHERWISE MY FUTURE LOOKED BLEAK’ Four years ago, Claire Smith was a size 32 and weighed 27st 2lbs. She’d just been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and was told by doctors she was unlikely to ever have children if she didn’t lose weight. Now, Claire – who is 5ft 7 – has lost an incredible 15st 6lbs, shrinking down to an amazing 11st 10lbs, and has a three-year-old son, Ezra. And after TOWIE star Gemma Collins opened up about her struggle with PCOS last week, Claire wants to inspire other sufferers and let them know they can lose weight without resorting to “quick fix” solutions. Claire, 39, teaches young offenders to cook, and lives in Staffordshire with her husband Trystan, 34,…

‘ MANY PEOPLE ARE UNAWARE CATS CAN GET PREGNANT AT JUST FOUR MONTHS OLD’ When two-week-old kitten Astra was left in a box on the doorstep of the Blue Cross Centre in Torbay last month, she was so young she could barely open her eyes and was desperately crying for food. The adorable kitten is just one of 200 cats that have been taken in by UK charity Blue Cross since April. The charity has seen a surge in abandoned kittens during lockdown, as some owners are unable to get to the vets to neuter their cats, resulting in a spike in pregnancies. DUMPED Alison Thomas, Joint Head of Veterinary Service at Blue Cross, says, “Every year we see an increase in abandoned cats during ‘kitten season’, between April and…

FAMILY MATTERS HOW TO COPE WITH THE LOSS OF A PET Losing a companion animal is always hard, but now, when life feels so worrying, it’s particularly awful. Emma advises how to recover During lockdown, animals have given many of us a sense of connection that has been a godsend, so it’s understandable to feel devastated at their loss. Grief is grief, and you can feel exactly the same level of sadness for an animal as you can for a friend or family member. Ritual can help. When I’ve lost a pet, I’ve taken a snip of my pet’s fur, to place it in a box with other sentimental reminders of them. I also had them cremated, as it felt like a respectful send-off. If you bury your pet, plant…

Louise Redknapp, 45 Singer Louise is often suited and booted – as this throwback snap shows – but the star’s more laidback vibe is just as stylish. She shows us how to pull off double denim in this pastel shirt and dark denim jean combo – gorgeous. Whitney Port, 35 She’s known for her lovely red carpet get-ups, including this pretty floral dress, but reality TV star Whitney isn’t letting lockdown stop her dressing like a fashion pro. She looks amazing in this totally-on-trend tie-dye short and jumper pairing. Lili Reinhart, 23 Riverdale actress Lili looks just as good chilling at home in this off-duty ensemble as she did in her flower power dress at last year’s Vanity Fair Oscar Party. While we’re not usually a fan of socks and…

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Are you any good? When I was asked to do this I was going, “Are you having a laugh?!” I mean, I can cook my tea, but I can’t cook professionally. I went on it for the experience, and I’ve now realised that food doesn’t just come out of a tin. I’m a baked beans with sausages on toast kind of girl. What did you cook? For the first challenge I had to go into a massive larder, which was like a walk-in wardrobe. There were things I’ve never seen in my life – but I had to pick my gear and they said I’d got 50 minutes to make a meal. I was like, “What’s this? What’s that? Is that a sweet potato or a turnip?” I didn’t have…

MUST READ The Half Sister (SANDIE JONES) As sisters Kate and Lauren gather together for their weekly Sunday lunch, a knock on the door changes everything. The new arrival, Jess, claims to be their half-sister, but that would mean the unthinkable – that she’s the secret daughter of their beloved, recently deceased father Harry. As the fall-out starts, it’s clear that they’re all hiding secrets… This is a fabulously rollercoaster read.…

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Bearing in mind the nature of a classic British summer, we’d say Chloe Ferry is very wise in keeping the plastic covers on her outdoor furniture. Little Miles is incredible at colouring-in between the lines… in fact, he’s Legendary. Do you struggle to know what to wear on one of those days where it’s raining but still really muggy outside? Lizzie doesn’t… After three months of having her gardener on furlough, Salma finds her backyard is completely out of control. Joe reveals his new “stone age” workout routine. You have to “Yabba-dabbadoooooo 500 press ups!” AMBER DAVIES As lockdown continues to bite, Amber reveals she’s self-medicating with a fine blend from Sri Lanka. Sadly, she’s now on five cups a day. #PrayForAmber AMY HART So would we, Amy – mainly…

❛SOME WILL IGNORE YOU AND YOU HAVE TO PROVE YOURSELF TO JOIN THE GROUP❜ The reality of life as a footballer’s wife or girlfriend has been thrown under the spotlight in recent months, following the WAGatha Christie scandal, where Coleen Rooney called out Rebekah Vardy on social media and accused her Instagram account of leaking false stories about her – something she denies. And last week, the feud, which is reportedly headed to court after both women apparently sought legal action, hit the headlines again after two more WAGs waded in. England player Kyle Walker’s ex-girlfriend Annie Kilner claimed that Rebekah and husband Jamie “saw themselves as the next Posh and Becks”. Meanwhile, former England goalkeeper Peter Shilton’s wife Stephanie, 51, who calls herself “Granny WAG”, claimed Coleen – who…

She’s faced a series of blows recently, and last week Posh sparked backlash among her LGBTQ+ fanbase after plugging her £95 Gay Pride T-shirt – with critics arguing more than 25 per cent of profit should go to charities. Last week, Posh’s close pal Sir Elton John and his husband David Furnish supported the designer by posing with the T-shirts on Instagram. However, angry fans criticised Posh – who shared a glam selfie sporting the T-shirt, alongside a George Michael tribute – saying, “Truly shameful to make money off of George and the LGBTQIA community like that,” and, “Helping herself and failing fashion label at the same time. The charity should be receiving a much larger cut at £95 a pop.” Another raged, “The Spice Girls and George Michael are…

She’s been open about her life as stepmum to her husband Rio Ferdinand’s three bereaved children and now Kate Ferdinand will be adding to their brood after announcing the happy news last week that she is expecting her first child. Former TOWIE star Kate, 29, shared her joy by posting a video on Instagram of her and ex-footballer Rio, 40, telling his children Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine, she was pregnant, to which they excitedly shouted, “No way!” and jumped up to hug and congratulate her. Kate captioned the video, “Every time I watch this it makes me cry, the best reaction. Baby Ferdy we are all so excited to meet you.” It prompted a wave of congratulations from their celebrity pals including actress Michelle Keegan, fellow ex-TOWIE…

They only began dating in March but it seems things are getting serious between Kris Boyson and girlfriend Bianca Gascoigne, as the couple moved in together last week. Bianca, 33, was pictured loading boxes out of her north London home into her car, as she prepared to move into 31-year-old Kris’ property in Essex. The couple brushed off claims by Kris’ ex Jordan earlier that week that Kris was still in love with her, six months after their split in December. She shared a psychic’s reading that said, “He’s very much not over Katie and needs to make the decision, who he wants, Katie or the initial I see is B.” Jordan, 42, wrote alongside the post, “Can’t believe how spot on she is with the things she says.”…

THE BECKHAMS “I first met David and Victoria at an awards show. They told me they’d voted for me and invited me to have dinner with them. They said they wanted to get behind me – it was really nice of them.” JADE GOODY “Jade and I were friends, but we clashed all the time. We lived together in a show called Back To Reality (filmed in 2004 after Craig found fame in Big Brother) and we argued most days. We’d have a shouting row, but then we’d go out after. What happened (Jade died from cervical cancer in 2009) was horrifically sad.” BARBARA WINDSOR “I was telling Barbara about the [work] offers I was getting. She said, ‘Television is a fantastic industry to be in when you don’t need…

STARS ON IMPOSTER SYNDROME The imposter phenomenon – also known as fraud syndrome – is when people doubt their accomplishments and fear they don’t deserve their success. Popular-culture expert Nick Ede has launched a podcast where he talks to famous faces – including Loose Women’s Andrea McLean, EastEnders’ actress Patsy Palmer, TV presenter Gail Porter and Strictly’s Camilla Dallerup – about their own experiences with the condition. Listen from 2 July on Spotify and Apple Podcast. MAKING THE MOST OF MISTAKES This podcast celebrates the “things that haven’t gone right”, with guests discussing three of their biggest failures in an entertaining way. Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Lily Allen, and Daisy Edgar-Jones (talking about her amazing performance as Marianne in Normal People) have all been on, and Daisy herself is a huge fan.…

• Plan your meals in advance and batch cook. If you have something ready in the fridge that just needs heating up, you won’t be tempted to call for a takeaway. I try to make my meals as colourful as possible, as seeing bright food makes me happy! • I used to reach for a packet of crisps when I was bored, but now I don’t buy junk food snacks. If it’s not there, you can’t have it. As a sweet snack, I freeze grapes and have berries in the fridge. • If you do order a takeaway, that’s fine – but don’t write the whole week off. Get straight back to it! • I use Instagram like a diary. Posting what I am eating keeps me accountable. My followers…

• If your cat falls pregnant and you’re unable to care for the litter, you should consult your vet, or find a new, suitable home for the kittens – whether it’s through a charity such as Blue Cross or Cats Protection, or friends and family who understand the responsibility they’re taking on. Abandoning an animal is inexcusable. • Get your cat neutered as soon as possible, from four months old. If you haven’t been able to reach the vet during lockdown, keep your cat indoors until mating season ends in September. Provide them with lots of stimulation, such as of toys, scratch posts and climbing towers. • Blue Cross rely on the public’s generosity to carry on looking after animals. Just £10 could help provide emergency treatment for the pet…

‘I’d go on Instagram and feel like a failure’ When we last caught up with Jasmine Harman, she admitted she had “never been in better shape”. Posing for her first bikini shoot in ten years last summer, the TV property presenter and devoted vegan had lost 2st following a diet overhaul, and said the transformation had changed her life. But Jasmine reveals that her healthy eating habits and six-day-a-week workouts have fallen by the wayside in recent months, and admits she’s gained a 1∂st during lockdown. After falling ill with coronavirus – and paying for a private antibody test to confirm it was COVID-19 – the star found herself on a downward spiral emotionally and physically before taking action. OVERWHELMING The 44 year old – who shares six-year-old daughter Joy…

VERDICT INSIDE TIFFANY’S FRIDGE • Bananas • Yoghurt • Apples • Vegan cheese • Dairy free yoghurts • Diet coke • Tomato ketchup • Falafel • Olives • Houmous • Spinach • Lemons • Rye bread • Blueberries • Pitta • Onions • Broccoli • Cucumber • Tomato purée • Mushrooms • Bottled water • Pomegranate juice • Rosé NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS, “Tiffany’s diet seems based on Mediterranean food, which is good news for her health. Med diets have lots of fruit, veg, wholegrains and pulses like chickpeas and beans, with less meat and dairy. This helps to keep intakes of saturated fat down. Foods like olive oil, avocado and nuts boost monounsaturates – fats good for our heart.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 9/10 TIFFANY How much do you spend…

Steady yourselves singles, there’s a new dating lingo – FOMU, or Fear Of Meeting Up during a global pandemic. It was coined after dating app Badoo found that three in five daters are anxious about going on dates. And who can blame them? Dating is scary enough at the best of times. My main paranoia is that I end up liking someone and it goes really well for a few weeks or months, and then out of nowhere, they go cold and it ends. But it’s not just health fears that are holding people back from dating IRL (in real life) at the moment. Over a third of singles aren’t sure about meeting up with matches because they’re anxious about their appearance. I’m not looking or feeling my best at…

With charities struggling, here are ways to help them whenever you spend... DONATE YOUR CARD REWARDS Tesco Clubcard allows you to donate to Cancer Research UK, Diabetes UK and The British Heart Foundation. You can opt for your Nectar points to be donated to Oxfam and Action For Children. American Express points can be converted into donations to Breast Cancer Campaign, Great Ormond Street Hospital, NSPCC, Save The Children and Global Fund. It’s easy to set up on their websites. SHOP AT AMAZON SMILE Smile.amazon.com has exactly the same products, prices and services as Amazon, but when you shop there instead, you can give back. You choose a charity from over a million local and national options, and each time you buy something, they’ll donate 0.5 per cent of the…

Once you have your skincare sorted, some clever make-up application will cheat your way to looking like you’ve had a full eight hours, even if you’re really lacking on those Zzzs! 1 Start with a peachy colour-correcting product, which balances out blue tones in under-eye shadows. 2 Apply your usual foundation – a lighter, hydrating base will work best on older skin to avoid it settling into fine lines. 3 Choose a concealer one or two shades lighter than your usual foundation. If it’s too light, it’ll be obvious and make tired eyes look worse. Dot cover-up below eyes from the side of your nose and inner corner to the opposite end. Gently patting rather than rubbing will blend without wasting product. Look for fine, light-reflecting formulas that lift and…

You’ve presented the awards since 2006? It’s a fun show to host because all the actors there are just so wonderful – and you meet many of them throughout the year because they come on This Morning. It’s one of the weirdest things for me to walk on to that stage and look into the audience – and there’s all of Soapland looking back at you. Were you nervous the first time? I was really nervous – it was daunting to stand in front of Britain’s top soap stars. I think I got into everyone’s good books because before we started filming, I said I’d get them into the after-show celebration party as quick as possible. Do you enjoy the live aspect? It was a big move for us to…

Mystery Jets A Billion Heartbeats Following up their 2016 album Curve Of The Earth, this new ten-track listing from Mystery Jets does not disappoint. We love the upbeat title track A Billion Heartbeats and the cool laidback sound of History Has Its Eyes On You. This indie/ rock band have delivered once again and this record makes for an excellent listen. Out on CD and vinyl 26 June. Haim Women In Music Pt. III Indie girlband Haim is made up of three sisters – Este, Danielle and Alana Haim – and we are big fans here at Closer HQ. We had their debut album Days Are Gone on repeat and are loving the sound of new singles Don’t Wanna and The Steps. We can’t wait to get our hands on…

LEO 23 JUL-22 AUG Did you develop a deeper spiritual practice during lockdown? Plenty of people did, and the eclipse this week reminds you it’s not too late to jump on the bandwagon. As the world starts to speed up again, a practice like yoga or meditation will seriously help you deal with stress. PS, Connect with the New Moon at moonmessages.com/moonlite VIRGO 23 AUG-22 SEP You’re arguably “the lucky sign” this week, as the New Moon eclipse triggers your Wishing Zone. It’s the time for you to make wishes that really can come true. All you need to do is truly believe in them. Also, it’s a great time for a social life reboot. Have some fun! PS, Connect with the New Moon at moonmessages.com/moonlite LIBRA 23 SEP-22 OCT…