Innholdsfortegnelse for 19 October 2020 i WHO

Last year, we saw Jules Robinson and Cam Merchant fall in love on Married at First Sight and in doing so, they won our hearts. I think it’s fair to say we’re invested in their story and after sharing their official wedding album with you, we’re thrilled to bring you the exclusive first pics of their baby boy, Oliver Chase Merchant – who is the perfect combination of his famous parents (page 8). Tragically, in a heartbreaking social media post, Chrissy Teigen revealed she and husband John Legend lost their unborn son, Jack.“We are shocked and in the kind of deep pain you only hear about, the kind of pain we’ve never felt before,” she shared.“On the darkest of days, we will grieve, we will cry our eyes out.” Teigen’s…

After marrying on TV as complete strangers just two years ago, Jules and Cam Merchant – who met on the 2019 season of Married at First Sight and are now a real-life married couple – can’t believe  they’re finally holding their longed-for first child, Oliver Chase Merchant. Their baby boy was born at Sydney’s Northern Beaches Hospital at 12.19am on September 29, weighing in at 2.83kg and measuring 52cm tall. “He’s already taller than me,” quips proud new dad Cam, 36. But Oliver’s arrival and first days haven’t been without drama, with Jules hospitalised twice during her pregnancy. Little Oliver also had to undergo a procedure shortly after birth to help him feed. “It’s been an incredibly emotional time,” Jules, 38, exclusively tells WHO. Here, the smitten couple introduce their…

HARRY: Making a big impression Three years after splitting with former wife Kate Whiting, House Rules star James “Harry” Harris is back on TV and ready for a second chance at finding love with the Bachelorettes. “I’m looking for someone who can make me laugh, doesn’t take herself too seriously and has a great smile,’ the 35-year-old builder told WHO when asked why he applied for the dating show. But the father of five-year-old son Xavier got more than he bargained for when he strolled down the red carpet to find not one but two beautiful ladies waiting for him. “I was really nervous, but having the two of them actually made it easier to talk,” he explained. Harris admits one of the bubbly sisters immediately caught his attention. “Elly…

“I don’t really care what people think of me. I know who I am”–SWANK Her story is so legendary, so Hollywood, that it almost sounds apocryphal. When Hilary Swank was 15, she and her mother, Judy, left their home town in Washington state with little more than $75 and Swank’s dream to be an actress. They even lived out of their car in Los Angeles for a time, but a few years later Swank landed a major role on Beverley Hills, 90210. But midway through her only season in 1998, she was fired. “I’m so grateful though – it’s why I’m where I am today,” says Swank, now 46. The abrupt end to her time as Carly Reynolds opened another door: the part of trans man Brandon Teena in Boys…

THE GOOD OIL Perhaps the ultimate skin secret, face oil has been used in various forms for millennia – nothing lasts that long unless it works! Makeup artists, too, have been slathering it on celeb clients for years … and now it’s your turn. Press this luxurious oil into clean skin, then follow with a moisturiser to see your skin plump up before your eyes. Thank us later.…

Like glass skin, glass hair is just as amazing, and despite its fragile namesake, this look is, in fact, a bold beauty statement. WHAT IS GLASS HAIR? Think ultra-shiny strands with extremely sleek, blunt-cut ends. Whether it’s on the shorter or longer side, the look creates a halo-like effect around the face, thanks to its high-octane gloss finish. HOW DO YOU ACHIEVE THE GLASS HAIR LOOK? Despite its polished appearance, the glass hair style is much easier to achieve than you might think. “For the upcoming season, to maintain that mirror finish, start by asking your stylist to go easy on the layers and texture, and aim for a solid, blunt line on the ends,” says leading hairstylist Anthony Nader of Sydney’s Raw Salon. “This will help emphasise the sheen…

We all know calcium is crucial for keeping our bones and teeth healthy and strong. But while we may have heard the message, a surprisingly large number of us don’t get enough. “According to the most recent Australian Health Survey, over half of all Australians aren’t meeting the recommended intake of calcium,” advanced accredited dietitian Melanie McGrice reveals. Because the signs of low calcium often take a long time to show, many people don’t realise they have a deficiency until they begin experiencing long-term effects, such as low bone density and a heightened risk of bone and teeth breakage. Here, McGrice explains how we can all protect our bones now and for the future … LIVING BONES Many people don’t realise that our bones are living tissue, complete with blood…

The irony of launching a new program that looks at the history of flight during a time when we’re all grounded isn’t lost on Justine Clarke. But the actress, who has starred on everything from Home and Away to Play School during her 36-year career, still thinks the pandemic is a perfect time. “It’s going to make people very nostalgic for the speed, glamour, and opportunity for flight,” Clarke, 48, tells WHO of Australia Come Fly With Me. The eye-opening three-part documentary series looks at the first 100 years of air travel in Australia and the surrounding social justice battles including feminism and equal rights that have played out in the skies. “It ends on a cliffhanger,” Clarke adds. What attracted you to this series? As an actor and musician,…

Twelve years after she scored her big break drawing the cover of Candace Bushnell’s bestselling novel Sex and the City, fashion illustrator Megan Hess has become an accomplished author in her own right with five beautiful fashion books and two children’s picture books under her belt. In her latest offering, The Illustrated World of Couture, Hess takes readers behind the scenes into one of the fashion world’s best kept secrets. Here, Hess explains to WHO what inspired her latest work … Where did you get the idea to write a book about couture? The world of couture is so private and special. And being very expensive, not many people get to see the amount of work and skill that goes into making these beautiful pieces, which are artworks. I was…

1 Give us more, Demi! She certainly knows a thing or two about the art of striptease, so it wasn’t a shock when actress Demi Moore hit the runway for Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty lingerie show with model Bella Hadid. 2 Kate’s mini-me Kate Moss might have the kind of cash to splash on a new set of wheels for her daughter’s 18th birthday, but instead opted to gift Lila Grace Hack a vintage Mini Cooper. While it might not be the latest whip, the car does hold some sentimental value – it was the model’s former runaround, which she bought after getting her driver’s licence in 2001. 3 The Cambridge kids quiz Sir David Kensington Palace has shared an adorable video of Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis…

With all of her six children currently at home, Angelina Jolie’s Los Feliz mansion is neither empty nor quiet. However, insiders have claimed the 45-year-old is living a rather lonely life four years on from her split with Brad Pitt – relying entirely on her brood for company, with no adult companionship. “Angie has always been aloof, but it’s gotten more extreme,” an insider recently told Star magazine. On the rare occasion that she is spotted out and about in Los Angeles, the actress is almost always accompanied by one of her children while shopping for toys or groceries, otherwise she runs errands alone. And Jolie’s existence is said to have only gotten even more isolated since the pandemic began. “Other than her kids, the only people she interacts with…

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are continuing to throw their voices behind causes they believe in, despite drawing heat from many corners for breaching protocol that demands political neutrality from members of the royal family. Speaking solo, Meghan, 39, was asked by Fortune magazine editor Ellen McGirt to share how she’s dealt with speaking her mind when “a sitting president has taken a shot at you, mobs come at you, and powerful forces try to take you down”. Meghan revealed she doesn’t listen to all the “noise” out there and instead focuses on living a “purpose-driven life” and follows her “own moral compass”. Meghan added “if you listen to what I actually say, it’s not controversial”, and that “there are always going to be naysayers”. It’s clear in their new…

Chrissy Teigen has shared the devastating news that she and husband John Legend have lost their third child. The 34-year-old star, who has been keeping fans updated on her pregnancy journey, took to Instagram on September 30 to heartbreakingly announce she had miscarried – just days after being admitted to hospital due to severe bleeding. “We are shocked and in the kind of deep pain you only hear about, the kind of pain we’ve never felt before,” the Cravings author wrote alongside a series of moving images from her hospital room. “We were never able to stop the bleeding and give our baby the fluids he needed, despite bags and bags of blood transfusions. It just wasn’t enough.” Teigen shared that she and Legend – who are also parents to…

As of last month, Kim Cattrall is now an American citizen – but the English-born star is determined to stick to her roots. “My day starts with a cup of tea,” says Cattrall, who is currently based in Vancouver, Canada, where she was raised. “A bit of milk, no sugar. I have to have it every morning. It’s a British thing!” Those lifelong rituals notwithstanding, the 64-year-old former Sex and the City actress says her priorities have shifted of late. “My 60s feels like cleaning the house and letting go of things,” says Cattrall. “I’ve been dragging around so much stuff for so long. I’ve had great joy from some things in my life, but it’s time to move on.” Now armed with a co-starring role on Fox’s new drama…

GROWING PAINS In 1992 Swank appeared in an episode of the sitcom alongside another future Oscar winner, Leonardo DiCaprio. BEVERLY HILLS, 90210 In 1998, midway through her first season on the teen drama, Swank – who played Steve’s love interest – was fired. BOYS DON’T CRY Swank (with Chloë Sevigny) won her first Oscar as trans man Brandon Teena in the 1999 drama. MILLION DOLLAR BABY In 2005 Swank picked up her second Oscar for the Clint Eastwood-directed film. PS I LOVE YOU Swank starred alongside Gerard Butler in the 2007 romance, based on the bestselling book. NEW YEAR’S EVE Swank was part of an ensemble in the 2011 rom-com. “It would be fun to do some more lighter fare,” she says. AWAY “I love that the commander on this…

Whether you stretch your legs up a wall after a long day on your feet, moisturise them until they’re as soft as a baby’s bum, scrub them until they’re gleaming or up your leg workouts, self-care is key to getting your legs in summer shape and feeling more confident. THIGH HOPES The skin on our legs changes in the same way as the skin on our face, becoming thinner, drier and less plump and elastic over time – but with some unique challenges thrown in. So, as with our faces, prevention is key. Next time you’re running out the door with exposed legs, remember some SPF for your limbs, too. Not only can it help prevent melanomas, it can also stop freckles and sun spots from forming. “Melanoma is more…

EVERYBODY IS WEARING: ROBES It’s a no-brainer that, other than a matching tracksuit, the fluffy robe was the #ISO must-have for 2020. But it’s come to our attention that it’s not just you … your favourite celebs have been swishing around in this cloud of comfort, too. Even better, stars like Chrissy Teigen and Nicole Richie have been showing us how it’s done in summer, with lighter, breezier versions that are perfect for a warm Aussie spring. So this is your cue to swap out the fluff for a cotton, linen or silk style, and to have fun with colour. These robes are even chic enough to be disguised as a cute wrap dress on your next video call. ON THE FRONT FOOT If you aren’t familiar with Superga canvas…

Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love splashing out on a little bit of jewellery? From fine gems to the cheap and chic, there’s just something about sparkly trinkets that can lift any mood. But did you know there’s a kind of therapy that uses tiny pieces of bling (otherwise known as ear seeds) to heal through acupressure? It’s known as auriculotherapy and practitioners use it to treat everything from stress and insomnia to tooth grinding and weight loss. Reflexologist Lucy Stride from lucyflex.com explains … WHAT ARE EAR SEEDS? Ear seeds are tiny pellets placed on various acupressure points on your ear to treat pain and disharmony in the body. The treatment, known as auriculotherpay, traditionally uses real seeds from the vaccaria plant, which are placed on tiny squares of…

They might seem like a trend of the past, but powder rooms are back, baby – and better than ever! Whether you use it as a place to wash your hands, zhoosh up your hair or touch up your makeup, this is the perfect sanctuary for you and your house guests. MIRROR MIRROR You’ll make a statement with your vanity, but add some extra wow factor with your mirror. Pick something that complements the style of your vanity, but also try to push the boundary as far as you can to really accentuate the room. Whether that means picking an alternative mirror shape or one that’s backlit, there are plenty of epic options out there. THE SHOW STOPPER The main feature of a powder room is the vanity. Picking the…

ARIES MAR. 20–APR. 18 Sorry to say, it could be “one of those weeks”. You’re known for your short fuse. This week? It could get lit. Handling the furious energies around you is your major challenge now, as 2020 finally draws to a close. Expect to be tested and then tested again. Learning to stay calm, especially at work, is your main challenge. TAURUS APR. 19–MAY 20 The energies are high this week but there is good news; you could come out the other side of it feeling great. There are lots of challenging energies swirling. If you’ve been feeling fenced in by life, this is the week to breakout. There could also be some romantic excitement. Single? Try going online. The universe is urging you. GEMINI MAY 21–JUN. 20…

He welcomed his first child, a daughter, with girlfriend Gigi Hadid last month. But it turns out 27-year-old singer Zayn Malik had been keeping another important project under wraps, with the new dad returning to the studio to produce a heartfelt new single. Taking to Instagram on September 23, the former One Direction band member shared a snippet of his song ‘Better’. “Got some stuff to show you soon,” he teased. The announcement came as welcome news to fans of Malik’s, as the singer hasn’t brought out any new tunes since the release of his album Icarus Falls in December 2018. Co-written by the talented artist, the track is the first one to drop from his new album, which Malik considers to be his “most personal project to date” and…

Living alongside Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret at Windsor Castle during World War II, Alathea Fitzalan Howard certainly had a few stories up her sleeve. While she had an unhappy childhood, she was sent to live with her grandfather, Viscount Fitzalan of Derwent, at Cumberland Lodge in Windsor Great Park. It was there she found the love and friendship she so desperately craved, as she became close to the sisters and enjoyed parties, balls and celebrations with the royal family. Fitzalan Howard’s diary became her constant companion during those years and following her death in 2001, her family followed her wish to release the never-before-seen diaries. (Out Oct. 13)…

AHOY THERE! SYDNEY Celebrating his 38th birthday with a cruise around Sydney Harbour, Tim Robards appeared to be having the time of his life as he soaked up the sun and showed off his fit physique on deck. “Extremely spoilt and got to do it all with family… Magic,” he shared. TURN IT UP LONDON Former Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm delighted fans by holding a free online concert, where she promoted her new album during the Melanie C: Colour and Light virtual event in London. SWINGING BACK TO WORK SYDNEY Jennifer Hawkins looked sensational on set at her latest photo shoot as she returned to work after welcoming daughter Frankie last October. TOO HOT TO HANDLE LOS ANGELES Paris Hilton and Willow Smith joined forces with their celebrity pals to…

Last guilty pleasure I’ve been organising and reorganising, so I’ve been buying containers on Amazon and lots of labels. I don’t know what’s wrong with me. I need to get out more. Last irrational fear I’m scared of the dark at night, like shadows and noises. My kids, I’ll wake up and they’ll be standing over me. So when I see [shadows], I’m like, “Is that one of them creeping around?” Last moment of nostalgia My grandfather had a health scare and I stayed with my parents. Just the dynamic of me being with them – I definitely had some throwback moments. It was funny listening to them bicker. Last time I was recognised Pretty much whenever we’re out. I’ll still get asked to take a picture [during the pandemic],…

They’re known for their love of the great outdoors and over NSW’s October long weekend, the Hemsworths took full advantage of the warmer spring weather. The clan enjoyed an action-packed outing at Lennox Head’s Seven Mile Beach on the NSW North Coast. Actor brothers Luke, 39, Chris, 37, and Liam, 30, packed up their families and pets for the fun getaway, which is just a short drive from their coastal homes in the stunning Byron Bay region. The famous siblings showed off their sporting prowess by playing an energetic game of beach cricket, before kicking a soccer ball around with the kids. Although he was spotted sporting an ankle brace, indicating a recent injury, Chris didn’t let that stop him from getting in on the fun as he happily bowled…

He used to be her closest confidant, but the animosity between Pitt and Jolie is still yet to subside four years after they announced they were divorcing. Despite numerous attempts from both parties to mend their co-parenting relationship, the custody battle has continued – with the actor’s lawyers intending to call on myriad of witnesses when they go to court again in the coming weeks to settle on a permanent custody arrangement. Pitt’s witness list was filed on September 21, with the star requesting Jolie’s former Girl, Interrupted co-star Jillian Armenante to take the stand. He’s also asked a slew of psychologists, a therapist and a number of the pair’s former security team to be witnesses, when the trial takes place between October 5 and 23. “Brad wants 50/50 joint…

During her appearance on Fortune magazine’s Most Powerful Women virtual summit on September 29, Meghan spoke about how the pandemic was sparking people to reconsider what matters most to them. “For me, it’s been amazing to spend time with my husband and watch our little one grow and that’s where our attention has been,” she said. “In addition to, of course, how we can be a part of the change of energy that so many people are craving right now.” In her video call with UK’s Evening Standard she also added that 17-month-old Archie “is just so busy, he is all over the place. He keeps us on our toes. We are just so lucky”.…

Kris Jenner has threatened to sue a former security guard for “malicious prosecution” after he accused the mum-of-six of inappropriate behaviour in a sexual harassment suit. According to legal documents seen by multiple outlets, Marc McWilliams, who was hired to keep watch over Jenner and her family, claims that from May 2017 he was the subject of “a pattern of unwanted and unwelcome sexual advances” including comments “of an overt sexual nature” towards him. He also accuses the reality matriarch of demonstrating “non-consensual physical contact” including massages without consent as well as “causing her hand to rest on [his] thigh and groin”. The suit further alleges McWilliams witnessed Jenner, 64, making “lewd suggestive, sexual, sexist, racist, homophobic and otherwise discriminatory comments at him and his co-workers” until he was suspended…

She was one of this year’s Married at First Sight breakout stars. And since her time on the show – when she unsuccessfully wed Josh Pihlak – Cathy Evans has gone on to find real love, connect with fans around the world (who love her real talk on social media – she has over 184,000 Instagram followers) and transform her body on her terms. “I wake up, look in the mirror and bloody love what  I see,” the 26-year-old tells WHO with a laugh. “I’m not perfect, but I’ve worked hard – and paid for the cosmetic tweaks – to get the look I want. I’m confident in myself and I want the people who reach out to me on social media and in real life to feel the same.…

After the COVID-19 pandemic forced hairstylist Erika Lloyd to shut her salon on March 13, the single mum gamely tried to stay productive while quarantining with her son at their apartment in Walnut Creek, California. She made Instagram videos – on colouring hair, applying spray tan – for her clients, took an online class on hair extensions and started selling cosmetics for commission. “Erika was trying to hustle to make it work,” tells her best friend, Rebecca Malone, 37. But by June, the accumulated stress of 2020 – unemployment for her, home schooling for her son, protests and violence in the streets – took a toll on Lloyd, 37, that was obvious when Malone stopped over on June 10. “Something seemed off, so I was like, ‘This is a wellness…

Ingredient lists can be confusing and so can the decision of whether to use natural plant-based versus synthetic. Plant stem cells have been touted in ingredient lists for years and are now advertised as the new trend in “all-natural” skincare. We enlisted skincare expert Nicola Kropach, founder of Aesthetics RX, to help us decipher what plant cells are, what they do and why you should consider giving them a try. THE BEGINNING Let’s start from the beginning. No, we’re not going back to science class, but there are a few things to pull apart before we dive into what plant stem cells actually do for the skin. In layman’s terms, plant stem cells are embryonic cells that have not yet developed into organs and tissues. They help to repair and…

Australian culture is built around the warmer months. The longer days come with a compulsion to drink rosé and eat outdoors, pressure to wear spaghetti straps and florals and attend to our neglected pins with fake tan. But the fact is, not everybody loves the heat. Those who are SAD (spring allergic dressers) struggle to find a wardrobe they’re comfortable in as the temperature soars. However, the good news is you can learn to love warm weather dressing with a little bit of effort. Here are a few remedies to your summer style issues … NEGLECTED FEET Those of us who aren’t blessed with pretty toots, or simply forget to do a home pedi as soon as it’s open-toe season, need stress no more. Woven mules and chic espadrilles are…

IF YOU NEED A FULL REFRESH A good pressure point to start with is Point Zero or the auricular centre, located near the middle of the ear. This point helps to bring the whole body back into a state of balance.“Think of it as a reset button,” Stride says.“Starting with this point helps support all other points.” TO STOP JAW CLENCHING “Placing ear seeds on the Jaw and Teeth points may help with TMJ issues, jaw clenching, teeth grinding, as well as adjusting to wearing braces,”Stride reveals.“Observe any tired or teething baby, and soon enough you may see them instinctively tugging at their ear lobes in an attempt to calm themselves and self-soothe.” TO RELIEVE STRESS AND ACHES AND PAINS “The Shenmen point, located in the triangular fossa in the…

Shakshuka SERVES 2-3 INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 small capsicum, thinly sliced 2 ripe tomatoes, diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp ground coriander 400g can chopped tomatoes 4-6 eggs 50g soft Persian feta 1 handful parsley leaves, chopped METHOD 1 Preheat the oven to 180C. Heat the olive oil in an ovenproof frying pan. Add the onion and capsicum and fry over high heat for about 10 minutes, tossing the vegetables every minute or so. Add the fresh tomatoes, garlic and spices. Reduce the heat to low and cook for another few minutes. 2 Add the canned tomatoes, a splash of water and some salt and pepper, then simmer for about 10 minutes until…

Deciding what to watch can often be a more time-consuming activity than actually watching the film itself, so Netflix is helping to fix that problem with their latest podcast, The Big Film Buffet. Each week, The Project’s Susie Youssef and comedian and filmmaker Alexei Toliopoulos will serve up a premiere pick direct from Netflix, a classic film from the same genre, and a personalised recommendation. “Hopefully we’ll help you with a bunch of recommendations,” says Youssef, 36. (Streaming now on Spotify)…

Felicity Lewis’ fabulous 50th birthday party ends abruptly when her father, Franklyn – with his usual impeccable timing – keels over and dies. When his toxic and inexplicable will is read out, it becomes clear that long-buried secrets are about to surface. It sets in motion a chain of events that will cause three generations of Gifford family women to question everything they hold dear – their relationships, their loyalties, even their identities. Until, that is, they choose to fight back against their dark inheritance. From one of Australia’s bestselling author’s comes a tale about the danger of secrets, the legacy of betrayal and the power of family. (Out now)…

“I’m a geek. Everyone knows that now” Henry Cavill, on sharing his love of painting alien and monster models on Instagram, to British GQ. “For years I’ve been trying to get ‘smize’ in the dictionary” Tyra Banks, on the phrase she coined to mean “smile with your eyes”, on Dancing with the Stars. “It’s like having your yearbook pictures on cable all the time” John Cusack, on his ’80s movies, on Sunday Today with Willie Geist. “I’ve been drunk dialling. My three victims are Zac Brown, Thomas Rhett and Kelly Clarkson” Hoda Kotb, on her latest habit, to Parade. “I want to normalise my body. And not just be like, ‘Ooh, look at this cool movement. Being fat is body positive.’ No, being fat is normal” Lizzo, on her desire…

DEATHS Thomas Jefferson Byrd has passed away at 70, following a fatal shooting in Atlanta. The star of films including Clockers and He Got Game was found unresponsive in the street by police officers in the early hours on Oct. 4. His death remains under investigation. ENGAGED Neighbours star Olympia Valance has announced her engagement to boyfriend Thomas Bellchambers. The 27-year-old actress shared the news on Instagram on Oct. 1 by posting a sweet picture of herself kissing the former Essendon AFL player, 31, at the beach. “Today is a special day. The man of my dreams proposed to me. I get to marry my best friend,” she captioned the image. “Couldn’t be happier ... Stuck with me now,” he added. The pair have been dating since June 2019 after…