Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 17, 2021 i WHO

Ever since the Framing Britney Spears documentary hit screens in February, a light has finally be shone on how poorly young female stars were treated back in the ’90s and early 2000s. Demi Lovato and Jessica Simpson have recently talked about the ferocious body shaming they experienced – and now iconic pop star Christina Aguilera has spoken out for the first time about the physical insecurities that crippled her self-esteem. Turn to page 22 to learn how the‘Beautiful’ singer came to love her curves at 40. After a year of Zoom red carpets and award ceremonies, it was so good to have the 93rd Academy Awards happen in real life! Here at WHO we watched the event on TV and swooned over Halle Berry’s epic Dolce & Gabbana gown, applauded…

They’ve been keeping coy about their blossoming relationship for months but Phoebe Dynevor and Pete Davidson have finally taken things public for the first time. The Bridgerton actress, 26, and her Saturday Night Live star beau, 27, were spotted out in Stoke in England on April 25, confirming their romance with a loved-up display. The pair were seen visiting a supermarket in the area to stock up on supplies before enjoying a stroll in the countryside. Although the couple previously attempted to keep things on the down low, Davidson and Dynevor appeared completely enamoured with each other as they walked side by side. Their romantic reunion comes just days after insiders revealed the pair were “really into each other”. “Pete is telling friends he’s serious about her,” a source recently…

To fans, Zac Efron’s romance with waitress Vanessa Valladares appeared to be the ultimate Aussie fairytale. The pair met while the 25-year-old was working at a Byron Bay cafe, with sparks reportedly flying between the actor and the budding model. Whispers of Efron and Valladares living together in a waterfront property soon followed. Despite attempting to keep their romance low-key, the couple were spotted enjoying time together in and around the celeb hotspot, in Sydney and even taking a trip to the snow together. But it appears this homegrown love story doesn’t have a happy ending, with the pair recently calling time on their romance. After rumours of the split swirled the day before, Efron’s pal, radio host Kyle Sandilands, confirmed the news on April 21 – telling listeners on…

“[Chandler] has been the most supportive dad”-SOURCE They welcomed their sweet daughter Grace Warrior Irwin Powell on March 25. As Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell retreated to their home at Australia Zoo with their precious bundle to enjoy their first weeks of parenthood, one thing is for certain – the little one won’t have an ordinary upbringing! Grandma Terri Irwin, 56, has already taken the newborn under her wing and is priming the tiny tot to work in the family business, after she proudly showed off her first animal encounter. Although 22-year-old Bindi and her younger brother Robert Irwin, 17, were no strangers to the crocodile enclosure while growing up, Terri started baby Grace off with something a bit tamer. “Introducing Grace to some of the animals living in her…

Meloni admits he long felt he would never return to the franchise that made him famous. So what lured him back to star in a new spin-off, Law & Order: Organized Crime (left)? “That’s personal. And complicated,” he says without elaborating. But returning to a character like Stabler – known for his volatile streak – in the wake of a renewed national focus on police brutality was something that Meloni undertook with caution. “I had a lot of learning to do,” he says. “But I do think that Stabler is fundamentally a force for good, as flawed as he is.”Those flaws, however, did not escape scrutiny. “A younger man who’s overly passionate or reactive, that’s one thing,” Meloni says. “When you have an older man with those traits, that’s unattractive…

Every week in Australia, one woman is killed by her former or current partner. And while this statistic is shocking, it’s one heard so many times in relation to domestic and family violence that it’s hard not to wonder whether we’ve become desensitised to the obvious crisis that is happening in our own backyard. “I don’t think we often stop to think about just how many people that is,” investigative journalist Jess Hill, who has reported exclusively on the subject for the past seven years, tells WHO. “The fact that we say one in four women are subjected to [domestic abuse] since the age of 16, you’re talking about 2.3 million women alive today … 2.3 million. And that’s not even counting the women who grew up with it, whose…

Balayage. Everyone’s heard of it but what if we told you there was a new buzzword you need to take to your stylist, stat? A go-to for natural-looking highlights for longer hair, balayage is also a tricky one to get right – and most of us spend time searching for a colourist to do the perfect job. Luckily, there’s one simple way to ask your stylist for a perfectly smooth, blended colour. Enter the “root melt”. Similar to “smelting” and “foilyage”, it’s one of those requests we think is the key to a seamless gradient of colour and therefore the best balayage of your life. We ask the pioneers of colour at Franck Provost what this new trend is all about. WHAT IS IT? Unlike the root shadow, which creates…

What excites you most about the beauty industry today? I’m most excited by the fact it has become so much more diverse and inclusive. I’ve always found makeup to be a fun way to express myself, mixing up my looks and experimenting with it. And I love that skincare has become completely intertwined with self-care, too. Why are real beauty role models so crucial? It’s so important for young people to be able to see themselves in beauty ambassadors. When the beauty standards are set too high, it’s difficult for people to relate. For me, during my teen years, I struggled on and off with acne and never really saw beauty ambassadors with any breakouts, so it was hard for me to feel like my skin was OK. This is…

“I’m definitely that person who settles into the jeans-and-a-nice-top look as soon as the temperature dips. It’s a smart-casual style that looks good but doesn’t require much effort. While there isn’t anything wrong with that, this season I’m making a conscious effort to mix it up. That said, I’ll be including more comfort pieces, like the knitted dress. Melbourne-based label Friends With Frank makes the most stunning cool-weather apparel and it’s my pick of the bunch. I’m going for raspberry pink to break up my blue and black-based wardrobe, and pairing it with slim sneakers.”…

Ready to put your best foot forward to raise money for breast cancer research? Australia’s iconic Mother’s Day Classic is back with a twist in 2021, with the Mother’s Day Classic Local. Yep, this year the popular event is making things easy and safe, with participants able to take part at a time and place that suits them. It combines the community aspect of a traditional fun run or walk with the flexibility of a virtual event.…

She’s a stand-up comic, regularly pops up on The Project and co-hosted The Great Australian Bake Off from 2013 to 2019. Now Claire Hooper is adding children’s book author to her résumé. In Princess Benjamina Has a Very Cheeky Bum, the comedian tells the story of a little princess whose backside has a life of its own. “The idea of a princess whose bottom likes to shout insults came to me out of nowhere and I instantly loved her,” the 44-year-old Melbourne mum tells WHO. But Hooper also hopes the story will help teach little ones an important lesson. “It’s about working out how to deal with the instinct to say hurtful things,” she explains. Is this a book that parents will enjoy just as much as their kids when…

1 Bridgerton gets the Kardashian treatment Kim Kardashian loves Bridgerton, so the reality star “freaked out” after discovering she, Khloé and Kourtney were the inspiration for the Featherington sisters. “Can I please come to a fitting?!?! It would make my whole life!” Kim begged actress Nicola Coughlan, who plays Penelope, on Twitter. 2 Britney and Sam’s wedding joy Britney Spears took a moment out from her ongoing conservatorship legal drama to kick up her heels with sweetheart Sam Asghari at a friend’s wedding. It might not be too long until Spears is headed down the aisle herself, after her beau admitted he is “ready for the next step”. 3 J.Lo and A-Rod reunited already? Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez just announced their split but the stars have already been spotted…

There were high hopes that the death of Prince Philip would help heal the rift in the British royal family. But after being briefly united in their grief, brothers Prince William and Prince Harry seem further apart than ever. Harry made a hasty retreat back to his Californian home on April 20, just three days after his grandfather’s funeral and a day before the Queen’s 95th birthday. A source close to the Duke of Sussex, 36, revealed that the prince was eager to reunite with his heavily pregnant wife Meghan Markle, 39, after she failed to receive medical clearance to fly with him. “Harry felt terrible leaving Meghan behind, it has been a very hard week and he wants to get back to her as soon as possible,” the source…

Sparks may have flown on set of their film, Don’t Worry Darling, but it seems the flames between Olivia Wilde, 37, and Harry Styles, 27, have dwindled.“They’re starting to realise they don’t have much in common,” a source spilled to OK!. Both now busy in London – Wilde is focusing on her kids and Styles, on a new film project – insiders say they’ve agreed to reassess once they’re back in LA.“Maybe this romance wasn’t meant to go beyond the set,” adds the source.…

She once sang about being beautiful no matter what people say, but Christina Aguilera has revealed she has battled her own body insecurities over the years. The seemingly confident singer admitted in a recent interview that during her rise to stardom in the late ’90s and early 2000s, she constantly felt insecure over her looks. Aguilera was just 19 when she released her debut album and won a Grammy Award for Best New Artist and she admits being put under a microscope was hard to deal with. “Entering this business, I hated being super skinny,” the 40-year-old, whose weight was once thought to be as low as 39kg, recently told Health magazine. “I have a hard time looking at the early pictures of myself because I remember feeling so insecure.”…

Amy Shark has had a crazy couple of years. Despite being a veteran of the music industry – she played in a punk band in high school and released two albums as Amy Cushway in 2010 and 2012 – it was Shark’s 2016 single ‘Adore’ that truly introduced her to the world. Her 2018 album Love Monster became a huge hit around the globe and was lauded by artists and friends including Elton John, Ed Sheeran, Russell Crowe and Nicole Kidman. It seemed like overnight success for the girl from the Gold Coast, but it was actually anything but. “It’s definitely been a crazy time,” the 34-year-old singer tells WHO. Here, Shark, who now lives in Sydney with husband Shane Billings, dishes on her downtime, her upcoming tour and new…

You’re likely to have spotted her signature fiery locks in snaps of the glamorous celebrity parties of yesteryear and you might have even picked up one of her products in your nearest Sephora. But Charlotte Tilbury, the woman herself, is an enigma of sorts. The British makeup artist, mother-of-two and businesswoman extraordinaire was made for glamour – growing up in Ibiza amongst rock gods, film stars and movie producers. “I have so many memories of being surrounded by a melting pot of creatives and visionaries who sparked my own creativity,” the 48-year-old tells WHO. And from that very first coat of mascara her fate was sealed. “It’s the product that brought me to where I am today,”Tilbury explains. With almost three decades of beauty knowledge under her belt, the entrepreneur…

ANNABELLE The supernatural superstar is actually inspired by a real-life “haunted” Raggedy Ann doll given to American nursing student Donna Jennings by her mum in 1970. Donna claimed the doll  would mysteriously move around her apartment and leave handwritten notes. Said to be the spirit of a 7-year-old girl named Annabelle, the doll was eventually given to paranormal researchers Ed and Lorraine Warren whose life story was featured in The Conjuring (2013). Today Annabelle is locked away in the Warren’s Occult Museum in Connecticut, US, but replicas are in demand. “We get a request for an Annabelle doll every day,” says Etsy haunted doll seller, Blowers. CHUCKY The serial killer mini-me is also inspired by a real-life doll whose backstory is equally as terrifying. Robert the Doll is said to…

$58 Ouai Fine to Medium Hair Treatment Masque sephora.com.au This weekly treatment specifically for fine to medium hair is great for anyone with frizzy, dry split ends looking to smooth, strengthen, nourish and add back shine. Moisturising shea butter, panthenol and hydrolyzed keratin are the main heroes, and it contains no nasties. $27 Bumble and bumble Bond-Building Repair Treatment mecca.com.au For all the blondies out there, this is your next bond-repair treatment to try. Designed as a weekly must-do, it’ll save thirsty and damaged locks with its honey bond-building complex, strengthening strands from root to tip. Work it in from the ends to the roots to ensure less product at your scalp, leave for five minutes and rinse. Easy! $9.99 Ikoo Colour Protect + Repair mask chemistwarehouse.com.au New to Chemist…

Fragrance? Daisy by Marc Jacobs, I’ve loved it for years. It’s fresh and smells nostalgic to me. Beauty tool? VS Sassoon Digital Sensor Hot Air Styler. Mascara? Maybelline Colossal Big Shot – I always get asked if I’ve had lash extensions when I wear this mascara! Red or nude lip? Both! Bright or neutral nails? Bright for a pedi and neutral for a mani. Fake tan? Bondi Sands 1 Hour Express. It’s the best colour every time without fail. Can’t leave the house without? A bit of concealer and a foundation brush. With all the mask-wearing I’ve been doing lately, these are a necessity for touch-ups. Everyday handbag essential? A mini hairbrush saves the day. My short hair and wind don’t mix well.…

“The button-up shirt is, and always will be, a mainstay of almost every woman’s wardrobe, whether it be for work tucked into tailored trousers, or a loose linen style thrown over your swimmers after a day at the beach. Lately, they’re becoming more oversized after many runway shows paired extra-large styles with miniskirts or relaxed pants. That said, these larger versions can be hard to style and I’m often asked, ‘How do I wear it without looking like I’m wearing my dad’s shirt?’ or ‘How can I balance it out?’ So, I’m here to show you how you can work it different ways for a variety of occasions.”…

With endless entertainment, food and even dating options at our fingertips thanks to smartphones, it’s seldom we find ourselves without something to occupy us. As a result, our experiences with boredom are fleeting. We might feel the panic begin to build when episodes of our latest Netflix binge run out, or as we wait for our latest love match to reply, but it’s rarely more than a few moments. Modern society has led us to believe boredom is something to avoid at all costs, but science suggests the contrary is true. BOREDOM CAN SPARK CREATIVITY At its core, boredom is the result of a lack of stimulation, says Dr Amy Silver, psychologist and author of The Loudest Guest. “It can occur when we’re not stretched by what is required of…

“Art classes where you can enjoy a chardy while channelling your creative side have exploded in recent years. Throw in a hunky male model (who is also in the buff!), and you have Darlinghurst Life Drawing. These sessions combine the elements of a classic life drawing class so you’ll learn real techniques from an experienced art teacher – with a few BYO wines on the side. Along with their studio in Oxford St, Darlinghurst, they also hold regular events at other venues, from pubs to the Opera House and online. They’re also available for private group classes, which is a great option for hen’s nights. While I’m definitely no Leonardo Da Vinci, I’d picked up a few skills by the end of the class, and can confirm I had a…

ARIES MAR. 20-APR. 18 The past few years have sent many Aries to the edge. If you want to turn your life around, do it now. You’re under pressure, but it’s helping you to realise what matters to you. A good week to turn your finances around. A shift in your self-esteem will affect your bank account. Remember, you’re definitely worth it! TAURUS APR. 19-MAY 20 Let’s hope you’re not wanting a quiet week. This week brings the full moon in your love zone while crazy Uranus is triggered in your sign. Expect the unexpected when it comes to your love-life and pretty much every other part of your life! The less you try to control everything, the happier you’ll be. Go with the flow. GEMINI MAY 21-JUN. 20 The…

From making it to the final of Australia’s Got Talent in 2019 to releasing his spine-tingling bilingual rendition of John Farnham’s‘You’re The Voice’, sung partly in his Indigenous Gamilaraay language, Mitch Tambo’s music career is on the fast track. Now the 31-year-old artist is releasing his new single‘Dreamtime Princess’, and it’s a very personal and powerful track for Tambo.“It started out as a really fun, light-hearted song,”Tambo tells WHO. “Growing up in Tamworth, it started out as a joke with my friends when we talked about what kind of woman we hoped to meet. I’d be like,‘Man, I want a DTP’– a Dreamtime princess!” When Tambo revisited the idea for the song, it had evolved beyond being a simple love song. “I wanted it to celebrate women,”he says, adding that…

OFF THE CHARTS by Georgie Carroll There is no doubt that nurses are the unsung heroes of our health system. And in her first book, nurse-turned-comedian Georgie Carroll uses her trademark dry wit to give you a hilarious peek at what really happens inside a hospital. (Out now) THE BONE CODE by Kathy Reichs For fans of TV show Bones, Temperance Brennan is back in Reichs’ 20th novel. After two decomposed bodies wash up on the South Carolina coast, Tempe finds shocking similarities to a cold case she couldn’t solve 15 years earlier. (Out now) DEAR MUM Edited by Samuel Johnson Just in time for Mother’s Day, making a perfect gift, comes an honest and moving collection of letters from notable Australians to their mums. From Guy Pearce to Patti…

“I don’t personally sleep in air conditioning. I don’t like it, it gives wrinkles, I believe” Naomi Campbell, on her age-defying beauty secrets, to Architectural Digest. “I don’t think our Founding Fathers EVER envisioned a six-four, bald, tattooed, half-Black, half-Samoan, tequila drinking, pick up truck driving, fanny pack wearing guy joining their club” Dwayne Johnson, on a potential presidential run, on Instagram. “If I had a Tinder profile it would say: not looking for love I got plenty” Lizzo, on her theoretical dating profile bio, on Instagram. “I really did want this to be very true to what I initially thought of and what I had initially written. But better. Obviously” Taylor Swift, on recording her Fearless (Taylor’s Version) album, to People (the TV Show!). “I do a very good…

BIRTH Former NRL player Alex McKinnon and his wife Teigan have welcomed twin girls. Teigan, 26, announced their daughters’ arrival on Apr. 27, revealing they’d been born the day before and just six minutes apart. “Two little precious girls have entered the world and have stolen our hearts,” she wrote, sharing their names Audrey Jill and Violet John. Former Newcastle Knights star Alex, 29, who became a quadriplegic after a horror tackle seven years ago, announced they were expecting twins in November last year. They also share daughter Harriet, 2. • Nick Carter is a dad again. The 41-year-old Backstreet Boys singer revealed his actress wife Lauren Kitt, 37, gave birth to their third child on Apr. 21. The pair are yet to announce the name of their new baby…

After a year of mostly virtual events, the 93rd annual Academy Awards was a breath of fresh air. Having adopted a strict “No Zoom” policy, the April 25 ceremony saw an exclusive array of A-listers reunite in person for the first time in over 12 months at Union Station in Los Angeles. While there were still social distancing measures at play, the celebrity attendees brought the glitz and glamour Hollywood had been missing amid the ongoing pandemic. Margot Robbie, Halle Berry and Angela Basset wowed on the red carpet – with not a mask in sight – while Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon and Zendaya took to the stage to present awards. The ceremony also proved to be a very diverse affair, with the first Korean actor, Yuh-Jung Youn, claiming an…

Many dream of an overseas romance and it seems not even celebrities are immune to the pull of a love affair abroad, with Rita Ora and Taika Waititi recently growing close Down Under. The singer, 30, who has been in Sydney while she films The Voice Australia, had sparked whispers she and the Thor director, 45, were secretly dating after being snapped in a tight embrace on a night out in April. Now insiders have confirmed the pair have been enjoying each other’s company for a while. “They’ve been a couple since early March but kept things low key,” a source told The Sun. “However, all their friends know about the relationship – they’re really into each other.” The pair were first spotted looking cosy at a fancy dress party…

It’s been PDA-filled since Katie Holmes and Emilio Vitolo Jnr began their romance late last year, but it seems the pair are currently taking time apart.“She told him they need to slow down,” a source told Life & Style. After the end of her marriage to Tom Cruise and long-term relationship with Jamie Foxx, Holmes, 42, didn’t want to rush into anything with the chef, 33. “He’s giving Katie space,” says the source.“But he’d be lying if he said he wasn’t worried.”…

Lara Worthington returned home to Sydney in January after spending months in lockdown in LA. As local work offers continued to pour in for her actor husband Sam Worthington, the couple decided to extend their stay indefinitely Down Under, and now Lara can’t seem to wipe the smile off her face. The beauty entrepreneur, 33, has been honest about how homesick she felt after the pair moved to the US in 2014 for Sam’s career. “I have missed seeing my family and friends,” Lara said in a recent interview with The Memo website. But the model is putting all her yearning for Oz behind her as she gets back into the swing of things and takes advantage of Australia’s laid-back lifestyle. “It’s the little things I missed”- LARA Lara was…

For 12 years, Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni tackled crimes that are considered especially heinous as co-stars on the long-running NBC hit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Hargitay’s empathetic detective Olivia Benson was the maternal, nurturing counterpart to the fiercely protective Elliot Stabler, played by Meloni. After so much time immersed in such intense roles, when Hargitay, 57, and Meloni, 59, reunite in a New York City photo studio on a wintry afternoon, it’s only natural that the two of them greet each other … by cracking jokes and cracking each other up. “Nice jeans,” Hargitay says of the dark denim Meloni is wearing. “They’re Cheline,” Meloni offers. “Sophia [his 20-year-old daughter] approves of them.” “But she didn’t tell you how to pronounce it, clearly. It’s Celine. Like Dion,”…

Having been in the industry for over 28 years, Tilbury says she’s been lucky to work with some of the world’s most inspiring and incredible people. “I adore every client I’ve had the pleasure of working with, many of them have become close friends of mine too,” she tells WHO. “I’ve always felt comfortable when working with celebrity clients – it’s just like spending time with friends, we talk, we laugh and we create makeup magic together!”…

Located on a sprawling 130ha estate, Tom Cruise’s mountain lodge in Telluride, Colorado, has the potential to provide enough adventure to keep even his Mission: Impossible character Ethan Hunt happy. But after enjoying the property with his three kids during much of his marriage to former wife Katie Holmes, the star has decided now is the right time to offload it for a whopping $51 million. The 58-year-old actor picked up the expansive block surrounded by pristine wilderness and unparalleled views in 1992, before designing the perfect family home, which was “custom-built for privacy”. Construction on the four-bedroom, six-bathroom main residence, which features a spacious library and recreation room, was completed in 1994, along with a separate three-bedroom, three-bathroom guest house. Cruise spent the early happy years of his marriage…

WINDSWEPT Australian heritage brand Oroton is helping us navigate the cool autumn breeze with elevated classics and chic accessories in their latest Autumn/Winter 2021 collection. Whether you snuggle up with their knitted tops, silk scarves and puffy clutches, or stay weather resistant in earthy trench coats, fisherman hats and tough boots, these warm trans-seasonal pieces will prep you for the imminent winter chill.…

The events of 2020 really shook up how we take care of ourselves. Stripped bare of our regular hair, nail, laser hair removal appointments and beyond, we were left to either take a break or fend for ourselves with DIY beauty treatments. Sure, it was great for the hip pocket but it also changed our priorities, freeing up more time for self-care and trying new things. While we’re somewhat back to regular programming now, we talk to the experts to find out just how different our beauty future looks. SKIN IS IN Beauty business closures saw us take things into our own hands, get educated and even invest in beauty tools and devices to get that in-clinic result. “Customers have been changing up their skin rituals and trialling at-home devices…

TO WORK You’re probably already wearing a shirt to work these days, but we love the “cross over and tuck”trick to make it feel like a whole different outfit. Simply skip the buttons, then cross one side over to the opposite and tuck into your waist band. Repeat on the other side to create a wrap-style top. Tip Fold your sleeves up to your elbows for this look. OUT FOR DRINKS A shirt might not be your first choice when you head out for cocktails, but the fashion set, including Gigi Hadid, are on board with the “top buttons only”trend. Just leave the bottom run of buttons open up to half way. It works best with high-waisted skirts and jeans but we think the mini is a winner. ON THE…

Learning to get comfortable with difficult emotions takes practice. Dr Silver suggests these three ways of incorporating meaningful boredom into your life … 1. TAKE A MINDFUL WALK Go for a solo stroll with no podcasts or music, just you and your thoughts. 2. DO SOMETHING REPETITIVE Doing a mundane, everyday task such as cleaning is a great way to get comfortable with switching off. 3. SIMPLY SIT Make time to relax without any stimulation, so you can focus on mindfulness.…

We’ve all heard that running is one of the best exercises. It fires your metabolism, releases feel-good endorphins and gives you killer legs and a tighter tush. But if you’re the kind of person who gets puffed out after a few strides, there’s still hope! Sprinter and fitness model Katie Williams says with a little bit of perseverance we can find the natural runner in all of us! “We all can run if we have healthy bodies,” she explains. “Running is a natural movement for humans.” The key is to start small with shorter runs before working your way up – and remember to stay hydrated. “Pace yourself, set up weekly targets and buy yourself a smartwatch,” recommends the former Australian Ninja Warrior star, who also says it’s important to…

Dagwood Dogs SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS 6 hot dogs Vegetable oil, for deep-frying Tomato sauce, to serve FOR THE BATTER 150g self-raising flour 360g fine polenta 100g caster sugar 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda Pinch of salt 2 egg yolks 370ml whole milk METHOD 1 Bring a saucepan of water to the boil. When the water is boiling, carefully lower the hot dogs into the pan and cook for 5 minutes, or according to the package directions. Drain well and leave to cool, then cut in half and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside. 2 Soak 6 thick bamboo skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will prevent them from burning. 3 To make the batter, place the flour, polenta, sugar, bicarbonate of soda and…

He’s spent just over a decade carving out a successful career as a stand-up comedian and actor. But despite Rhys Nicholson’s many achievements, including performing to a sold-out crowd at Sydney’s Enmore Theatre and scoring his own Netflix special, the Aussie star admits he was“completely blown away” to receive an offer to join his idol as a judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under. “On my first day I was sitting there on stage next to RuPaul and I couldn’t believe it! I think I was more nervous than the queens,” the 31-year-old comedian explains to WHO with a laugh. While Nicholson admits he didn’t think the icon could live up to his public persona, working with RuPaul exceeded his expectations.“He was so hands-on and very warm, funny and present.…

After penning over 30 novels, bestselling Irish author Sheila O’Flanagan admits that sometimes she worries about running out of inspiration. “Yet somehow an idea or a character manages to lodge in my head and won’t go away until I’ve written it,” she tells WHO. In Three Weddings and a Proposal, a young woman named Delphie is living her best life on a Spanish island when she returns home to Ireland for her brother’s wedding. But when the family receives bad news, Delphie will rediscover what she truly wants in life. Following a year without international travel, O’Flanagan says her latest novel will transport us around the world. “I think the gorgeous Mallorca setting for part of it, as well as some fabulous wedding locations in Ireland, are both escapist and…

BIRTHDAY GAL LOS ANGELES Kate Hudson had a “joyful day” celebrating her 42nd birthday alongside family and partner Danny Fujikawa. “What a joy to be together like this,” she gushed of the gathering. BLOSSOM BABY PENNSYLVANIA Model mama Gigi Hadid “can’t believe” daughter Khai is 7 months old already – and neither can we! CHEERS TO THAT! MARGARET RIVER, WA Kylie Minogue has been enjoying some serious wine time while Down Under. HOLLYWOOD GLAM BEVERLY HILLS Paris Hilton was loving herself sick in this “classic Hollywood gown” by Maison Valentino for a pre-Oscars dinner party. The newly engaged star later took snaps alongside fiancé Carter Reum looking every bit loved up. LET’S PARTY LOS ANGELES Kim and Khloé Kardashian posed alongside mumager Kris Jenner and sister Kylie at True’s 3rd…

Last thing I learned about myself I’ve always considered myself a very social person but being forced to stay home, I realised I’m OK by myself for a while. I actually really needed it. Last time I danced I just had a few friends over to have an outside, distanced French bistro party. I’m super into making playlists and love a theme party, so we ended up dancing in the yard to French pop and disco. Last time I missed someone I’m going to get teary. I really miss hugging my mum. She lives in LA and just got her first shot [of a COVID-19 vaccine], but we’ve been very careful. Once I finally get mine, I’m going to hug the heck out of her. Last time I was starstruck…

Singer Les McKeown passed away on Apr. 20 at the age of 65. It has been reported that he died “suddenly at home” following a cardiac arrest. The musician rose to fame in the 1970s as the frontman for the Scottish pop group Bay City Rollers. The band’s hits, including ‘Bye Bye Baby’ and ‘I Only Wanna Be With You’, led to more than 100 million record sales. McKeown’s manager John MacLaughlan told Scottish newspaper Daily Record the rocker had been planning a solo tour later this year. “I’m still in shock right now, I spoke to him last week and he was on great form and happy about life and happy to book his tour,” MacLaughlan said.…