Innholdsfortegnelse for Vol 1300. 28 Oct 2013 i HELLO! magazine

‘My greatest achievement? To have given Valentino the freedom to work on his own terms, to be free to create what he wanted without boundaries or limits’ When I first met Giancarlo Giammetti I fell instantly in love. He was the most incredibly handsome and chic Italian man I had ever met (with the exception, of course, of my husband Giorgio). That was in Paris 12 years ago and I was there with my great friend Tamara Mellon for the couture shows. I still feel a secret schoolgirl thrill when Giorgio and I spend time with both Giancarlo and his lifelong friend and business partner Valentino Garavani. They co-exist in a totally different world to most of us but they make it so beautiful, elegant and fun that being allowed…

Smiling brightly and striking a series of captivating poses for the camera, Kylie Minogue leaves little doubt she’s in top form in this selection of shots exclusively released to hello! from her 2014 calendar. Showing that she has lost none of the allure that has won her legions of fans worldwide during her 27-year career, the Australian star poses barefoot on a beach in a black ballgown and shows off her still-stunning figure in a pair of tiny white shorts. But behind the perky demeanour, 45-yearold Kylie is hiding heartache after splitting amicably with her boyfriend of five years, Andrés Velencoso. “SURPRISE” SEPARATION It’s been confirmed that the singer and Spanish model Andrés, 35, have ended their relationship – a turn of events that hello! can reveal has taken many…

They share a passion for literacy and this picture commemorating a recent meeting between the Duchess of Cornwall and Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands certainly tells an interesting story. The Dutch princess was entertained in the morning room at Clarence House, a favourite spot for Camilla and her husband Prince Charles. But it was the surroundings rather than the meeting itself that proved most interesting for many. Capturing artwork and personal items, the candid snap gives a fascinating insight into the life of the royal couple, who will embark on a nine-day visit to India next month before the Prince represents the Queen at the C o m m o n w e a l t h H e a d s o f Government Meeting in Sri Lanka. The…

With his adorable daughter Harper on one arm and shopping bags on the other, David Beckham scored as the perfect image of the modern dad on a day out in Los Angeles last week (left and above). And it’s obvious that while the retired footballer ruled on the pitch, it’s the two-year-old who reigns in his heart, with David covering Harper with supercute kisses as they left the British food and gift shop Ye Olde King’s Head. While father and daughter enjoyed quality time together in LA, wife Victoria was in the UK combining looking after the couple’s sons – Brooklyn, 14, Romeo, 11, and Cruz, eight – with furthering her fashion career. The designer is believed to be close to finalising plans to open her first stand-alone clothing store…

For once he was not aiming to be No. 1 but merely to cross the finish line. Ronan Keating shed his clean-cut image and got down to some dirty games after signing up to take part in the Tough Mudder endurance fundraiser in Australia. The singer navigated the hardcore 12-mile course, designed by British Special Forces, alongside girlfriend Storm Uechtritz (above and right), but the loved-up couple scrubbed up nicely just a few days later on a trip to the beach (left and far left). According to Ronan, however, it was another woman who spurred him on throughout. “I’m doing it on behalf of my mum,” said the star, whose mother Marie died of cancer in 1998. “I do all of these things with that vision and it gets me…

THE QUEEN Armed intruder at the Palace A man who attemped to break into Buckingham Palace with a knife last week has been charged with trespass and possession of a bladed article. David Belmar, 44, was tackled by police after allegedly trying to enter the main staff entrance. A Palace spokesman confirmed the Queen was not in residence at the time. The security alert comes a month after police arrested a suspected burglar who had been found in a Palace state room. The man had scaled a 12ft fence and kicked open a door to gain entry. MICHAEL LE VELL Acquitted actor to rejoin TV show Michael Le Vell is to return to Coronation Street early next year. The 48-year-old actor was written out of the ITV1 soap earlier this…

If there’s one royal who can be guaranteed to turn official visits into playful fun, it’s Prince Harry. And that was most certainly the case last week, when Harry was photographed literally having a ball as he chased girls around a rugby pitch in London. The Prince, 29, was being put through his paces at Twickenham Stadium by young female players from schools around England. He was visiting the home of English rugby to highlight the Rugby Football Union (RFU)’s All Schools programme, which aims to promote the sport in state schools. Former England player Jason Robinson, who helped Harry coach a team of young players, joked: “We’re looking for a winger. I’ll be looking to see what you’ve got.” But the Prince replied: “I think I’m a bit past…

They are the images the world is desperate to see – Prince George’s official christening photos. The Queen and her direct heirs the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Cambridge are expected to pose with future King George and his mother the Duchess of Cambridge for portraits that will make the history books. There will be informal shots, too, showing the godparents and other senior royals as they arrive for the 3pm service at St James’s Palace on 23 October. While details of the ceremony, to be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, and the names of those who will be attending are being kept under wraps until the big day, the official photos of the christening of the decade will be taken at Clarence House immediately after the…

‘We definitely want a family, but we want to do everything in order. We want to get married first’ Ask Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan where they would spend a dream weekend together and the answer is not a swish sevenstar resort, but at home. In fact, the night before hello!’s exclusive photoshoot in the Hertfordshire countryside, the couple, who got engaged last month, chose not to stay at a luxury hotel close by, but at Mark’s Essex home, arriving at the location, snug in onesies, in his Range Rover. For a couple who are so often written about and who have almost four million Twitter followers between them, Mark and Michelle could not be more down to earth – nor more in love. “It didn’t take me long to…

Proving even jet-setting superstars like to see the famous attractions of a new city, Britney Spears turned tourist during a trip to the UK last week. On a whirlwind visit to the capital to promote her upcoming album, the singer hopped aboard a London bus to check out the landmarks of what she called “merry ole England”, including Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben. “Had a wonderful time riding around London on the tour bus this evening! It was freezing outside! Brrrr,” tweeted the pop star, who also dropped into Capital FM’s breakfast show to reveal the title of her new album – Britney Jean – as well as the reason behind the record’s name. “It’s a personal album and all my family, they always call me Britney Jean,”…

‘I was first to hold him. It was a moment of uncanny recognition. I thought, “Ah, you’re just as I’d expected’’’ As highlights of a jockey’s year go, precious little could top winning the Grand National. But Ryan Mania’s victory over Aintree’s awesome fences this April has been beaten into second place by the arrival last month of his baby son Rowan Timothy James. “There aren’t words in the dictionary to describe either experience,” says Ryan, cradling his “wee man” of four weeks. “But the emotions they brought out were completely different. The birth was much more intimate and special.” “It’s been altogether an unbelievable year – like a whirlwind,” says Ryan’s girlfriend Edwina Stacy-Marks, or Eddy as she’s known. “And nothing now is like it was before.” These days,…

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L’Wren Scott commands attention wherever she goes. At 6ft 3in, she is taller than most of her catwalk models, and she towers over her rock star partner Mick Jagger. Elegant and always impeccably groomed, the versatile Utah-born designer and stylist to the stars is now also working with some of beauty’s biggest names. Getting an audience with the notoriously private fashionista is usually a tall order, but, fresh from a critically acclaimed debut show at London Fashion Week, hello! persuades 46-year-old L’Wren to share her style and beauty secrets. You teamed up with Bobbi Brown on the make-up for your London Fashion Week show – how did that come about? “Bobbi and I had seen each other at events, but we met at a lunch held by [Vogue editor-in-chief] Alex…

Whether you fancy a display of cream roses in midwinter or a mass of orchids all year, it’s all possible. Faux flowers are sold either individually or in mixed bouquets, though single stem flowers are the most versatile, allowing you to mix blooms from several seasons in one display. The stems can be bent in any direction and there’s an enormous choice of colours. Statement stems If you want drama, choose single stems of just one flower type and use en masse. It’s all about scale. A large vase frothing with lilac or hydrangeas is far more effective and modern than a display consisting of a bit of this and a bit of that. When mixing different types of flowers, use two or three varieties of contrasting shapes and sizes.…

ADAMSON BURGER WITH TASTY KETCHUP & FRIES You could ring the changes by using lamb rather than beef. We’ve served our burger with skinny fries but chunky and crinkle cut are just as satisfying Serves 4 Preparation time 30 minutes Cooking time 15 minutes INGREDIENTS • 500g/1lb 2oz good-quality beef or lamb mince (25% fat content) • 1 egg • 1 medium white onion, peeled and finely chopped • 50g/2oz fine breadcrumbs • 1 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley • 1 tsp garlic powder • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 50ml/2fl oz vegetable oil • 4 slices of bacon, cooked and kept warm • 4 slices cheese (Gruyère is good) • 1kg/2¼lb waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into French fry sizes • 1 tsp salt For the ketchup…

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TV host Piers Morgan has subjected presidents, prime ministers, Hollywood stars and even royalty to his inimitable line of questioning. Now the 48-year-old presenter of CNN’s Piers Morgan Live and ITV1’s Piers Morgan’s Life Stories has written a new book – Shooting Straight: Guns, God, Gays and George Clooney – about his experiences over the pond. The former newspaper editor and Britain’s and America’s Got Talent judge – who once famously had a physical set-to with Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson – lives in Los Angeles and New York with his second wife, 37-year-old Telegraph columnist Celia Walden, and their 23-month-old daughter Elise. He has three sons – Spencer, 20, Stanley, 16, and 13-year-old Bertie – from his first marriage. You describe Simon Cowell as your “mentor”. Are you now…

Radiant in red, a heavily pregnant Kate Winslet proudly showed off her baby bump in London last week, at the European premiere of her latest film, the appropriately named Labor Day. Joining co-star Josh Brolin and the film’s director Jason Reitman at the 57th BFI London Film Festival, 38-year-old Kate was in high spirits as she chatted about pregnancy cravings and waved off compliments about her glowing maternity look. “I think it’s just a clever dress,” said Kate, whose baby is believed to be due in the next few weeks. “People keep telling me my bump is really neat, but I’m definitely more pregnant than I look.” The actress, who’d made a glamorous change from the jeans and T-shirt she wore to the earlier press conference, claimed not to have…

The Duchess of Cornwall was last week joined by a host of celebrities at the first harvest festival held in Westminster Abbey since 1966. The service had been arranged as part of British Food Fortnight’s campaign to celebrate the autumn harvest. In front of the Duchess and celebrities including actors Damian Lewis, Martin Clunes and TV presenter Julia Bradbury, more than 530 children presented their own home-grown vegetables, which were later distributed to elderly people by the Royal Voluntary Service in Berkshire. The first child Camilla met was eight-year-old Bianca Bartlett-Richards from Bletchley, who presented the royal with a sunflower she’d grown at school. As other youngsters gathered around, Camilla drew attention to the Gothic interior of the abbey and asked: “Did you enjoy the service? It’s a cool place,…

Guests at the Mandarin Oriental in Hong Kong got to check out a lot more than five stars when the flagship hotel threw a glitzy gala in honour of its 50th anniversary. In fact, more than 800 glammed-up partygoers had no reservations about wishing it many happy returns, among them Maggie Cheung, Darcey Bussell, Sir David Tang and Dame Helen Mirren. The 68-year-old actress looked reddy for anything in a stunning figurehugging scarlet lace Dolce & Gabbana dress (left), accessorised with oversized costume jeweller y, a matching crucifix belt and a slash of bold red lipstick. Also on red alert was Strictly Come Dancing judge and fellow Mandarin Oriental fan Darcey, who rarely turns down an opportunity to stay at the hotel chain’s properties around the world: “The quality of…

With Wayne Rooney going for man of the match in the crucial World Cup qualifier against Poland, it was up to his wife Coleen to be player of the year as she enjoyed some beach fun with the couple’s two sons, Kai and Klay. Amusing a small baby and running around after a three-year-old is no easy task, but Coleen showed she is a real pro at keepy uppy, alternating between splashing in the shallows with Kai (right) and building sandcastles with his little brother (left). The trio were in the Caribbean and were joined by Coleen’s parents. She and Wayne holiday regularly in Barbados, where they own a villa – and Coleen certainly seemed at home on the island. Smiling broadly at her boys, the 27-year-old looked fit and…

It was supposed to be a pitstop, but former flames Lewis Hamilton and Nicole Scherzinger’s “secret” rendezvous in a London hotel ended up going way off course when the Formula 1 driver experienced a spot of car trouble. The couple, who split in June, were spotted at the Westminster Plaza, arriving within minutes of one another shortly after Lewis had flown in to London. However, his attempt at a quick getaway more than seven hours later was scuppered when his car refused to start. According to reports, Lewis was left stranded in the street holding his new puppy Coco (right) while mechanics endeavoured to get his motor running once more. The encounter has led to speculation that Lewis may be trying to get his romance with Nicole (left) back on…

‘Can I still get away with jeans at 67 without looking like Jeremy Clarkson’s mother?’ Actress and cake-maker Jane Asher (left) still wants to wear top gear ‘If I was told I had 24 hours to live, I would have a dry martini made with Tanqueray gin and three olives on the side’ But would former Bond star Sir Roger Moore want that shaken or stirred? ‘Pretentious material, selfwritten, sung in an extremely dull fashion, without any feeling and precious little musical ability’ It seems the BBC wasn’t overly impressed with Elton John when he performed an audition in 1968 ‘The show must go on darlings. I will be back to my high-kicking best in no time’ Craig Revel Horwood is remaining Strictly upbeat about his impending hip operation ‘It…

‘I teased William a bit as he had sent me a note before Wimbledon wishing me luck and his wife had written me a letter afterwards. He seemed very relaxed today’ Andy Murray The Duke of Cambridge took another big step along the path to the throne last Thursday, when he conducted his first Investiture, at Buckingham Palace. He was invited to replace the Queen to bestow honours on 88 people – including tennis ace Andy Murray – while his grandmother was busy holding audiences in her private apartments. Without exception all the recipients later enthused about Prince William and the splendid job he did on his debut. Arriving in the Palace Ballroom exactly on time at 11am, William looked resplendent in his No.1 RAF uniform with gold braided aiguillettes.…

‘It’s chaos from morning until the lights go out… I wanted this for a long time’ As he approaches a landmark birthday, Brad Pitt could be forgiven for feeling reflective. And if the Hollywood heart-throb, who turns 50 in December, is in the mood for assessing his life and achievements so far, he’s in a good place to do so. The actor has not only transitioned into producing as well as starring in films, but he also balances a happy family life with his long-term partner Angelina Jolie and their six children – Maddox, 12, Pax, nine, Zahara, eight, Shiloh, seven, and five-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox. The one thing he still needs to cross off his to-do list is getting married. Recent rumours suggested that Brad and Angelina, who…

The Kardashian sisters are used to having their every move and outfit scrutinised by the world yet it seems Kourtney, the eldest of the reality TV siblings, is her own worst critic, saying she has made “so many” fashion mistakes in her life. “But I don’t consider them regrets,” she tells hello!. “Fashion is so subjective and I think it should be playful.” Kourtney, Kim and Khloe are renowned for their candour on their hit TV show Keeping Up With the Kardashians and they are just as frank when assessing each other’s style, too. “We’re definitely honest with each other,” says Kourtney. “If your sisters can’t tell you that you look ridiculous, who can?” The glamorous girls this week launch a 40-piece Kardashian Kollection for fashion retailer Lipsy, the latest…

Oscar-winning star Dame Judi Dench was in high spirits at the London Film Festival premiere of her latest film Philomena. “We had a very good time doing this film,” Dame Judi told hello! as she hit the red carpet in an elegant black and gold embroidered kaftan (right). “It was quite an experience.” Based on Martin Sixsmith’s true-life book The Lost Child of Philomena Lee, the Stephen Frears-directed film follows Philomena (Dame Judi) on a transatlantic search for her son, who had been put up for adoption after she gave birth out of wedlock in an Irish convent in the 1950s. “ She’s a truly remarkable person,” the actress said of the real-life Philomena, who also attended the premiere. “She’s very funny. That’s extremely endearing and a great key to…

A GOOD TIME FOR A PARTY Friends and family of Bo Derek gave the famed US actress a perfect 10 as she hosted an intimate dinner at renowned celebrity haunt Tramp in London’s West End. The evening celebrated the launch of the latest steel and rose gold Aquaracer timepiece for women from TAG Heuer – Bo is a long-time friend of the luxury brand – with guests treated to champagne and canapés before an exquisite dinner of asparagus and sea bass, ensuring a good time was had by all. ANIMAL NIGHTLIFE London’s coolest cats went wild for a good cause at a party in aid of Kenya’s Lewa Downs conservation area. The wildlife sanctuary has long been a cause close to Prince William’s heart and is where he proposed to…

MOCK CROC Crocodile skins were seen at Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Prada and Louis Vuitton this season and there’s lots of mock on the high street. Go for a classic colour that won’t date and let the texture speak for itself RUCKSACK Seen at Carven and Kenzo in summer, this trend has continued to autumn/winter. Forget nylon school bags, the rucksack is back as a chic, practical bag that does wonders for your style cred MINIMAL Sleek, refined, no-fuss bags were seen at Chloé, Céline and Calvin Klein with limited or little visible hardwear. If you don’t want your bag to wear you, this is the style to go for BOX CLUTCH While jumbo clutches are everywhere now, there’s a splinter group of designers who decided that small jewel-like box frame…

Sugar rush With topical antibacterial properties and gritty grains that exfoliate yet dissolve as they work, sugar is the ideal slougher and is fast replacing salt as the best skin scrub for face and body. 1. Fresh Sugar Face Polish, £49.95; visit fresh.com 2. Burt’s Bees Honey & Shea Sugar Scrub, £12.99 3. Soap & Glory Sugar Crush Body Scrub, £8 Hot chocolate In its purest form, chocolate contains skinsoothing antioxidants and is loaded with moisturising cocoa butter, which is why it makes a great face mask. Make-up fans will love chocolate-dipped nails and cocoa is the perfect colour for a smoky eye. Percy Pig pedi Yes, really. To celebrate the launch of Bliss into M&S Beauty, one of the store’s best-selling sweets is being used as the inspiration behind a…

For many, the beginning of winter signifies not just falling temperatures and longer hours of darkness, but also ill health. We are more prone to coughs and colds, and aches and pains, and can turn to comfort food to help. The grey days may also leave us lacking energy and generally out of sorts, while damp weather could lead to joint stiffness and pain. To counteract all these winter woes, it might be tempting to try popping a pill, but by plumping for traditional favourites such as vitamin C and cod liver oil you could be missing out. The latest super supplements may be less familiar but they could make a real difference to how you feel throughout the winter months and even beyond. hello! turned to pharmacist Shabir Daya,…

Don’t think of this ice cream dessert as a summer special - it’s a lovely treat to enjoy all year round. Just choose your fruits according to availability KNICKERBOCKER GLORIOUS GRANOLA Fresh, fruity and fabulous, this takes only minutes to put together Serves 4 Preparation time 15 minutes INGREDIENTS • 1 large ripe mango, peeled, stone removed and flesh diced • 200g/7oz raspberries, thawed if frozen • 1 pomegranate, cut into quarters and seeds removed (you can now buy ready prepared pomegranate in handy tubs. Look out for them in the chiller cabinet) • 150ml/¼pt fresh double cream • 100g/4oz Jordan’s Super Fruity Granola • 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream 1. Mix together the mango, raspberries and pomegranate seeds. 2. Whip the double cream in a large chilled bowl…

Whether he’s padding his part as Henry VIII or sinking his teeth into his latest role as Dracula, there’s an irresistible intensity to Dublin-born actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers, though the handsome 36-year-old is the first to admit his attention to detail might be hard work for others. “I was a nightmare,” he says when asked about the costumes on the Sky/NBC co-production of Dracula, in which he plays millionaire businessman Alexander Grayson, who stalks Victorian high society by night. “I didn’t want to wear flowing gowns. I kept my tattoos. I wanted something tribal. I wanted him to seem almost feral, like a living wolf.” Jonathan was all too aware of the minefields he had to negotiate when he signed up for the role, his biggest TV gig since the…

After keeping their romance under wraps for months, Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are clearly happy to have things out in the open. The entertainment entrepreneur and New York socialite Lauren – who is five months pregnant with Simon’s first baby – were seen kissing and holding hands while dining in the outdoor area of celebrity haunt The Ivy in Los Angeles last week. Recently divorced Lauren, 36, and 54-yearold Simon were later seen shopping for fruit before going home hand in hand. Reformed eternal bachelor Simon appears to be very much embracing the prospect of a settled family life with Floridaborn Lauren, who also has a son – sevenyear-old Adam – with her former husband Andrew Silverman. Last week the music mogul was in reflective mood, musing on Twitter:…

It was a busy week at Buckingham Palace as the Queen hosted several events, one of them a Commonwealth, youth and education reception. Among the 350 guests from academic institutions around the world was schoolgirl Malala Yousafzai (above), who was shot in the head a year ago by members of the Taliban while campaigning for the right of girls to attend school in her native Pakistan. Six days after the shooting, she was flown to the UK for life-saving treatment and has since made a full recovery. The 16-year-old, who was accompanied by her father Ziauddin (above right, meeting Prince Philip), gave the Queen a copy of her biography, I Am Malala, which tells the story of her fight for girls’ education and her family’s displacement through terrorism. Malala, who…

She has called her “the cutest little pooch in the world”, so it’s little wonder that Tamara Ecclestone’s devotion to her seven-month-old niece, Lavinia, is totally dogged. Tamara, who is expecting a child of her own in the spring, was lunching with husband Jay Rutland (below), sister Petra and baby Lavinia in London and she couldn’t resist giving the tiny tot a kiss (left). The Ecclestone siblings’ close bond seems to have grown even stronger following Tamara’s announcement in September that she and Jay are also to become parents. And it is a bond she hopes their children will share, too. “I want them to be as close as me and my sister,” the 29-year-old said recently. “I’d love to have a little girl who would be super-close to Lavinia.…

Business whizz Ivanka Trump and her publisher husband Jared Kushner became a parent company for the second time last week following the birth of their new baby. Ivanka, 31, shared her happy news on Twitter, where she announced: “With love we welcome our son, Joseph Frederick Kushner,” and directed fans and followers to Tumblr to see pictures of the newborn. Among the snaps was one of “proud big sister” Arabella (right, outside the hospital with her father) cuddling the tiny bundle (above). Not that the toddler takeover bid is likely to have been in the least bit hostile. Ivanka, who helps run her father Donald Trump’s property company as well as managing her own growing fashion empire and a writing and reality TV career, revealed in the summer how she…

‘My husband persuaded me to take on The Bodyguard. The more we talked, the more I thought, “Do you know what? Yeah, I’m going to give it a go.” I’m so glad I did’ Beverley Knight describes herself as an easygoing people pleaser, so taking on the role of domineering diva Rachel Marron for the stage production of The Bodyguard – a role immortalised on film by pop legend Whitney Houston – doesn’t come naturally. The task is even more challenging given that until now, her only acting experience had been at school. But judging by the delirious cries of “Go, Bev!” from the packed-out audiences at her exhilarating West End performances every night, Beverley has made the role of the singing superstar her own. Beverley puts her transformative powers to…

Formula 1 drivers hold a minute’s silence before the Japanese Grand Prix (below) in memory of their colleague María de Villota, whose sudden death two days earlier stunned the motor-racing world. “María was loved by everyone,” said Ferrari’s former world champion Fernando Alonso, paying heartfelt tribute to the charismatic, pioneering 33-year-old, who was a test driver for the Marussia team. “She had been through so much – much more than most people will ever have to go through in their lives,” added McLaren’s British driver Jenson Button. There was a tribute, too, from the world of football, with Spain striker Alvaro Negredo dedicating the goal he scored against Belarus to his fellow Spaniard (below right). According to her family, María’s death, in a hotel in Seville, was the result of…

‘The Duchess was very bright, very switched on and asked all the right questions’ Tim Lawler, SportsAid For her first solo engagement since becoming a mother, the Duchess of Cambridge was eager to throw herself into the task at hand. During an official visit to East London’s Olympic Park last week, Kate accepted an invitation to play volleyball with young sporting stars – and inadvertently showed the world how quickly she has regained her figure after giving birth to Prince George three months ago. As she reached for the ball in her towering blue Stuart Weitzman Corkswoon wedges – which were no less than five inches high – Kate’s striped Ralph Lauren top rode up, revealing her toned midriff and seemingly confirming that she has snapped back into shape after…

Lily Collins and Zac Efron share a knowing look as they step out of a cinema in Hollywood together, sparking the inevitable rumours that the couple have rekindled their romance. But Zac, 25, who recently completed a spell in rehab, was quick to deny the gossip, telling reporters at an event for his new movie: “I’m single.” Mirror Mirror star Lily, 24, the daughter of former Genesis drummer Phil Collins, dated the hunky 25-year-old High School Musical star briefly last year, but it wasn’t long before the pair went their separate ways. JESSICA AND ERIC SCOUT WEDDING VENUES IN CAPRI Glamorous as ever in her shades, enormous tote and colourful dress, Jessica Simpson can’t keep a smile off her face as she strolls around Capri with her fiancé of three years,…

She won The Voice and landed a major record deal, but singer Andrea Begley has no intention of becoming a demanding diva. The 26-year-old says her idea of a great day off is lounging in a spa – not that there’s been much time for that since winning the BBC1 show in June. Since then, she’s been hard at work in the studio, putting together her debut album The Message – a mix of new material and songs she performed on the show. “It covers lots of genres,” Andrea tells hello!’s Inside Entertainment. “There’s some acoustic sounds, more jazzy sounds, more upbeat stuff. It’s got a lot of diversity, which I’m really happy about because I want people to see different sides of me.” Andrea’s mentor on the show, Danny…

‘It was a bit overwhelming. I didn’t know anyone by their real names, so I called them by their character’s name’ On a chilly Sunday morning in London’s East End, Patsy Palmer is looking decidedly chirpy and is fizzing with the sort of energy that usually comes out of a bottle of Bollinger. But the famous redhead from EastEnders has got something rather special to celebrate. Next month is the 20th anniversary of the day she joined the BBC1 soap. Looking at her now, it’s hard to think it’s two decades since we were introduced to downtrodden Bianca Jackson, the character that made her one of Britain’s most popular soap actors. “I can’t believe it myself. Where’s the time gone?” she laughs as she poses for hello! at East London’s…

My family were very supportive of my taking this week, but I missed my children. I kept thinking I should be doing the school run’ Tina Hobley surveys the mouth-watering array of breakfast goodies at a pavement cafe in Turkey’s Bodrum – a glass of fresh pomegranate juice, dates, olives, cheese and honey. “I don’t know where to begin,” she exclaims, excitedly. The 41-year-old actress and mum of three has just completed a seven-day total detox at the Life Co Centre in the nearby picturesque fishing village of Turkbuku, a favourite with the likes of Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell and John Galliano, and has stopped by the cafe before flying home to her three children and her husband, communications chief Oliver Wheeler. “I don’t know how I managed it,” she…

She’s one of the most recognisable faces on the planet and the second highest-earning model in the world after Gisele Bündchen, according to business magazine Forbes. Add to that her marriage to British actor Orlando Bloom, the birth of their son Flynn, who turns three in January, and a wardrobe that is the envy of women the world over and it comes as little surprise that Swarovski has snapped up Miranda Kerr as the face of its new jewellery collection. The campaign was shot by award-winning British photographer Nick Knight and sees Miranda sparkle in a selection of Swarovski’s key pieces for day and evening wear against a backdrop of her favourite flowers, roses. “Mix Miranda Kerr with home-grown English garden roses, Swarovski jewellery, Nick Knight photography, original Pharrell Williams…

ISLAND DELIGHTS Experience complete relaxation at the Bahia del Duque resort in Tenerife, surrounded by a calm and nurturing environment. The L’Occitane spa offers exclusive treatments inspired by the island’s landscape. It’s the perfect place for an indulgent escape. •L’Occitane Ultra Rich body cream, £29 for 200ml. L’Occitane 100% Pure Mini Shea butter, 8ml for £7. Visit bahia-duque.c Capital style The Mandarin Oriental is one of London’s most renowned hotels, offering timeless grace and immaculate style. Treat yourself to a spectacular spa experience and enjoy the luscious delights of Aromatherapy Associates products. •Aromatherapy Associates antiageing fine line face oil, 15ml, £46. Visit mandarinoriental.com A taste of pure luxury Check in for a touch of five-star splendour at the Chewton Glen Hotel and Spa in the New Forest, which offers serenity…

BACALAO EN SALSA VERDE Cod with peas and parsley ‘I hate to say this, but my mum isn’t the most gifted of cooks – she doesn’t really enjoy cooking, although she loves baking. However, there are about seven dishes that she makes that cannot be beaten – this cod in parsley sauce is one of them. I’ve tried to better it but it can’t be done, so here is her recipe’ Serves 4 as a main dish Preparation time 5 minutes Cooking time 20 minutes INGREDIENTS • 100ml/4fl oz olive oil • 5 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced • 1 tsp plain flour • 50ml/2fl oz white wine • 200ml/7fl oz fish stock (fresh or from a stock cube) • Small bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped • 1…

Amy Smith and Graham Carrick Married at St Augustine’s in Alston, Cumbria, Amy and Graham gave the day a classic touch of post-war America with a turquoise Buick. Pamela and Graeme Perkins Sixteen years and three children later, sweethearts Pamela and Graeme decided to take a walk down the aisle on a summer’s day at St John’s Church in Ashington, Northumberland. Hannah Paget and Thomas Clark Hannah and Tom gathered their guests in Puglia, the “heel” of Italy, where their marriage at Fasano Town Hall was followed by a blessing at the luxy Coccaro Beach Club. Mary Andrews and Jim Hedge The Painted Hall in Greenwich provided the backdrop for Mary and Jim’s wedding party.…

1 THEATRE MOJO The West End revival of this humorous play set in the sleazy underworld of Soho’s rock’n’roll scene in the 1950s boasts a supergroup of acting talent. There’s Downton Abbey favourite Brendan Coyle, Rupert Grint of Harry Potter fame in his professional theatre debut, Skyfall’s Ben Whishaw, the superb Daniel Mays (Mrs Biggs, Made in Dagenham), Colin Morgan (Merlin) and rising star Tom Rhys-Harries (Parade’s End, Hunky Dory). This production also reunites director Ian Rickson and writer Jez Butterworth, who first collaborated on the award-winning play almost 20 years ago and also gave us the acclaimed Jerusalem. [JD] • Harold Pinter Theatre, London, from 26 October. For tickets, visit mojotheplay.com 2 FILM ONE CHANCE Starring: James Corden, Alexandra Roach and Julie Walters Paul Potts stole all our hearts…