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HELLO! magazine|1841AT HOME WITH HUSBAND GIOVANNI IN PALAZZO FALIERSERVANE GIOLTELLS US ABOUT THEIR RENAISSANCE JEWEL ON VENICE’S GRAND CANALSince the dawn of the Renaissance, Giovanni and Servane Giol’s palazzo has stood on the banks of Venice’s Grand Canal, its fabulous location reflecting the importance of the Falier family, who built it.By 1400, when the first brick was laid, three Faliers had already held office as Doge of Venice. Often caught up in the turbulent currents of history, they had seen the last of these, Marin Falier, beheaded as punishment for an attempted coup against the city’s patriarchs.Thankfully, recent times have been much more peaceful, and the palazzo’s modern-day owners, financier Giovanni and author Servane, welcome us into a home where the gentle sound of water mingles with music and laughter.Inviting as the palazzo is today, the couple – who married in 2019 and moved in that same year…7 min

HELLO! magazine|1841RENEE ZELLWEGER ROLE RETURN IS A WALK IN THE PARKFlawed but relatable, Bridget Jones is someone fans like very much – just the way she is. And for those counting the days until the jinxed journal keeper’s latest adventures, there was a welcome entry when Renée Zellweger was spotted on location for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.Renée, 55, who is playing Bridget for the fourth time, was spotted filming night-time and (left) day scenes in London and smiled and waved at onlookers between takes.The film comes more than 20 years after the double Oscar winner first starred in Bridget Jones’s Diary (above) and it’s clear Renée still finds her hapless heroine “so much fun”.Discussing Bridget in 2022, she said: “I love being in her shoes. I find her so endearing. And I think it’s really rare to follow…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841DAME JILLY COOPER NOVEL APPROACH TO KING’S HONOURThere was an unexpected plot twist for Jilly Cooper after being made a dame in the New Year’s Honours list: the author received her honour from the King himself (left), presiding over his first investiture since revealing his cancer diagnosis in February.Calling it “just terribly exciting and nice”, Dame Jilly – now 87 and as colourful a character as any of those in her bestsellers – added: “I never dreamt in a million years it would happen, and it just has, so it’s lovely.”So far, 2024 has proved an exciting chapter for the writer, who has 18 novels, numerous non-fiction titles and a children’s series to her name. Not only does she have a new title of her own, but one of her older ones – 1988’s Rivals – is…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841WITH WIFE ZARA BY HIS SIDEMIKE TINDALLTEES OFF WITH HIS FAMOUS FRIENDS FOR CHARITYMike and Zara Tindall were in the pink as they cuddled up at the former England rugby union captain’s annual golf charity day.Wearing Barbie-hued golfing attire, which appeared to be the colour theme of the event, Olympic equestrian Zara was right by her husband’s side as they joined her brother Peter Phillips and his former wife Autumn among the sporty guests.Competing alongside them were stars including Strictly Come Dancing’s Anton Du Beke, former athlete Dame Denise Lewis, retired rugby union player Thom Evans, jockey AP McCoy, ex-cricketer Darren Gough, and presenters Kirsty Gallacher and Denise Van Outen.HELLO! caught up with Mike for an exclusive chat at the Belfry Hotel’s course in Sutton Coldfield, during which he told us the secret of the event’s success – it has raised an estimated…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841YOUR EXCLUSIVE INVITE TO AROYAL GARDEN PARTYJOIN HELLO! AS WE MEET THE KING AT BUCKINGHAM PALACEAt HELLO!, we’re lucky enough to receive many invites to glamorous, star-studded events. But when an envelope arrives from Buckingham Palace, containing a request from His Majesty the King for you to attend a garden party in celebration of the creative industries, you know it’s going to be a special occasion.However, it’s not until you walk through those iconic, wrought-iron gates, across the red-gravelled driveway and through the pillared archway into the back garden that you realise quite how spectacular a tea party at the palace will be.And it’s not until you shake the hand of the King himself that you appreciate quite how memorable it is.It was a gloriously sunny Wednesday afternoon when HELLO!’s chief revenue officer Tamsyn Spires and I (together, inset above) found ourselves sporting stylish Feather…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841CANNES CONFIDENTIALIt’s not often you can say that you saw Meryl Streep on your way out of the bathroom or sipped champagne from a yacht that costs £150,000 a week to charter, but that is the magic of Cannes Film Festival.Our time at the star-studded event was certainly a baptism of fire – and champagne – from the A-list chats to the glittering parties to the… wait, did we mention the yacht?After packing our suitcases full of ridiculous dresses, we couldn’t wait to throw ourselves into the glitz and glamour of Europe’s most enchanting film festival.From catching up with Anya Taylor-Joy on the red carpet to telling off film composer Hans Zimmer for taking too long having a turn in Naomi Campbell’s purple sequinned BMW, our experience at Cannes was unforgettable.To…3 min

HELLO! magazine|1841AS SHE STARS IN A NEW ROMCOMBROOKE SHIELDSON PLAYING A MUM AT THE CENTRE OF A LOVE TRIANGLE AT 58As one of the most famous models to grace the silver screen, Brooke Shields became accustomed to being at the centre of romantic plots in her films.However, as she grew older, she grew used to not being at the heart of any love stories – until now.The former Calvin Klein model is the star of the new Netflix film Mother of the Bride, in which she’s pursued by not one, but two men – played by Benjamin Bratt and Chad Michael Murray.It was, she says, a refreshing change. “Right from when I first read the script, I loved the fact this was an opportunity to play an interesting character of my own age.“I’m 58 and obviously at the same stage of life as my character, but I love that she…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841SIX TRIAL ISSUES FOR JUST £9VISIT CHECKOUT.HELLOSUBSCRIPTIONS.CO.UK/2001OR CALL 01858 438430 QUOTING QHEP2001 OR SCAN THE QR CODETerms and conditions: After six-issue trial, payment changes to £45 every six months. Other discounts are available; visit checkout.hellosubscriptions.co.uk/2001. All offers are for UK residents aged 18 and over only, for print subscriptions only and not available for digital subscriptions, and are subject to availability. HELLO! or its agents or business partners may contact you about new promotions, products and services. For quality and training, we may monitor communications. For queries about existing subscriptions or new orders, email hello@subscription.co.uk. Existing subscribers can manage or renew online at account.hellosubscriptions.co.uk. The full UK annual subscription rate is £165.75.…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841BACK ON TOUR WITH A NEW PLAY AND BOOKRUBY WAXREVEALS THE MENTAL HEALTH RELAPSE THAT TOOK HER INTO A CLINIC AND HOW SHE’S NOW HELPING OTHERSRuby Wax has made a career out of being funny, but behind the smiles and jokes, her life hasn’t always been a bundle of laughs.For decades, the comedienne has battled depression and bipolar disorder – something she successfully managed with medication for 12 years until an unexpected relapse two years ago, when she was staying in a monastery in Yorkshire.“I thought I was possessed by the devil, so it wasn’t the most appropriate place for it to happen,” Ruby, 71, tells HELLO! in this exclusive interview. “I said: ‘I’ve got to get out of here,’ and then I admitted myself to a psychiatric clinic.“If you have depression, you go dead, but you’re awake,” she adds. “It’s not just being sad. It’s like somebody took your brain and it hurts to…3 min

HELLO! magazine|1841KEEPING MUMFor her starring role in new film Look to the Light, actress Lucy Benjamin had to dig deep and delve into the “dark side of being a mum”. The cautionary tale follows wannabe influencer Eddie Reynolds – played by Charlie Goddard, previously seen as a dancer in Barbie – as he attempts to make it big as a reality star, with devastating consequences for his mental health.Here, former EastEnders star Lucy, 53, tells HELLO! how she channelled her short temper and getting it wrong as a mother into her role, and the dynamics of living with her teenage daughters Bessie, 17, and 13-year-old Rosie.‘I went to the dark side of being a mum – the side of me that gets it wrong, like when I get short-tempered’Lucy, you play Eddie’s…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841DREAM ESCAPESHaríaSTAYEncircled by fragrant citrus trees, La Casa de los Naranjos (3) stands just a gentle stroll from the heart of Haría village. All beamed ceilings, gilt-edged mirrors and sizeable chandeliers (2), it’s impressive, yet with just eight light-filled suites, the feel is more home-from-home than hotel.It’s well placed for many of the island’s cultural attractions, though you’ll want to fritter away late afternoons on the roof terrace, soaking up what’s left of the day’s rays and calling upon owner José Antonio, who’ll throw together a gin and tonic at a moment’s notice.TASTEMake your way to the high-perched Mirador del Río lookout first thing in the morning and sip a cortado while gazing out over the Chinijo Archipelago.In Haría, easy-going day-to-night spot Bar Folelé is just right for flavour-packed tapas with…2 min

HELLO! magazine|1841PREPARING TO WELCOME A NEW BABY TO THE FAMILYLORRAINE KELLY AND ROSIE SMITHREVEAL THEIR JOY — AND GIVE US A WOOF IDEA OF THE GENDERWhen HELLO! arrives at the Buckinghamshire home of Lorraine Kelly, we are greeted with the pitter-patter of tiny paws and some friendly barks.Ruby, a miniature wire-haired dachshund, is the pride and joy of Lorraine’s daughter Rosie Smith – and will soon become a big “sister”, as Rosie is expecting her first child with partner Steve White. So it’s only fitting she steals the show on our exclusive photoshoot, in which Rosie and Lorraine share an exciting announcement with us.“Will Ruby be having a little brother or sister?” says the doyenne of morning TV, joining Rosie around a pet-friendly cake made especially for Ruby to enjoy – and reveal their special news.“It’s a girl!” Lorraine and her daughter announce, the brightest of grins on their faces as the pink cake is…7 min

HELLO! magazine|1841KATIE HOLMES DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY AT BALLET GALADance fan Katie Holmes was in good company at the American Ballet Theatre’s Spring Gala in New York, where she was joined by her own corps: her mother Kathleen and father Martin.The Rare Objects star could not have looked happier as she posed for photos at the event, which she called “a very special night with my mom and dad”.Wearing a floor-sweeping and sequinned black Emilio Pucci dress (left), Katie, 45, was among the guests enjoying highlights from the ballet company’s forthcoming season – as well as dinner – at Cipriani 42nd Street in Manhattan.A regular supporter of the organisation, she has been attending its galas since 2017 and was on the guest list for last June’s summer season opening-night performance of Like Water for Chocolate.Also helping guests pay tribute…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841THE KING AND QUEEN ROSE FOR THE OCCASION AS THEY ATTEND O.B.E. SERVICEThe service of dedication for the Order of the British Empire takes place every four years, but this occasion marked a first as the King and Queen made their formal debuts as Sovereign and Grand Master of the Order respectively.Wearing pink satin robes decorated with gold (left) and walking side by side up the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral in London, the royal couple smiled broadly in the spring sunshine.After being greeted by a trumpet fanfare, they took their places in the cathedral, which was packed with a congregation made up of almost 2,000 holders of honours such as OBEs, MBEs, CBEs, knighthoods and damehoods, who had travelled from across the UK and the Commonwealth to be there.Among them were Bafta Award-winning film director Sir Ridley Scott and former England…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841DAME JUDI DENCH GRANDSON SAM WILLIAMS OPENS UP ABOUT THEIR CLOSE BONDHer performances have won her multiple awards, including an Oscar and a record eight Oliviers. But for her grandson Sam Williams, Dame Judi Dench is the ultimate Bond Girl.The TikTok star (left, with Dame Judi) shared his memories of his grandmother’s time as MI5 boss M, a role she played for ten years, when he and his actress mum Finty joined her at Claridge’s hotel in London for An Evening with Dame Judi Dench, hosted by author and photographer Gemma Levine.“At school everyone would say: ‘Your grandmother’s awesome,’” he said, when Finty asked what it had been like growing up with a Bond star. He wasn’t the only one happy with Dame Judi’s role. The actress recalled her late husband Michael Williams’s reaction when she was offered the part for…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841HONOURING LONDON STYLEGUCCI CRUISE SHOWKATE AND LILA MOSS LEAD THE A-LIST FROWERSFashion, music and Hollywood collided when famous fashionistas including Kate Moss, Debbie Harry, Demi Moore and Salma Hayek flew into London for the Gucci Cruise 2025 catwalk show.Stylish stars took to the front row at Tate Modern’s Turbine Hall, transformed into a leafy botanical haven, to see the label pay tribute to the Swinging Sixties with an array of textures, Mod-style jackets and clean-cut shoes.Wearing a lingerie-inspired slip dress from creative director Sabato De Sarno, catwalk queen Kate led the British style fans, accompanied by her partner Nikolai von Bismarck and her daughter Lila.The show won high praise from the young model, who also helps her mum run her talent agency. “Congratulations on a stunning resort collection @sabatods,” 21-year-old Lila wrote on Instagram, together with a photo of her butter-yellow…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841IN A RARE JOINT OUTING FOR MONARCH AND HIS HEIRTHE KING AND PRINCE OF WALESHIS MAJESTY HANDS OVER PRESTIGIOUS ARMY ROLE TO WILLIAM AFTER 32 YEARSThe King and the Prince of Wales stepped out together last week as His Majesty handed over one of his key military titles to his son and heir.In a rare joint official engagement, Prince William took over from his father as Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps, a title the 75-year-old monarch had held for 32 years.“I do hope you’ll go from strength to strength in the future with the Prince of Wales as your new Colonel-in-Chief,” the King told veterans, families and staff at Middle Wallop air base in Hampshire.“The great thing is that he’s a very good pilot indeed – so that’s encouraging.”He added that it was “a great joy” to meet them, but said the handover was “tinged with great sadness after 32 years of knowing you…2 min

HELLO! magazine|1841AS SHE STEALS THE SHOW ON THE CANNES RED CARPETHEIDI KLUM ON EMBRACING GROWING OLDER AS SHE SHOWS HOW TO HAVE A MODEL SECOND ACT‘Live a happy life without worrying what people think because worrying will only give you more wrinkles’Sweeping down the red carpet in a voluminous crimson gown, Heidi Klum made a showstopping entrance at the Cannes Film Festival.With her glowing complexion and toned, tanned legs, the 50-year-old German supermodel is in her prime and certainly turned heads as she arrived at a screening of the aptly named comedy Le Deuxième Acte.Indeed, Heidi appears to be embracing her own “Second Act” with gusto and, far from slowing down and taking it easy, is making the most of the fact her four children are now adults and teenagers.And she’s not only rediscovered a passion for clubbing, but has reinvented herself as a pop star.“I feel lucky to be 50,” she has said. “We’re…5 min

HELLO! magazine|1841AWARD-WINNING AUTHORELIF SHAFAKON WORKING WITH THE QUEEN TO SHARE THE JOY OF READINGElif Shafak is reflecting on the lonely life of a novelist.“It’s a very solitary task,” says the award-winning Turkish-British author. “You are in a tiny room for hours, days, weeks, months, so to go out into this public space to meet readers, talk to them and learn that the story written in your solitude has maybe touched their hearts – that’s incredibly inspiring for us.” She smiles, adding: “And then you go back into your cocoon.”Elif has swapped her cocoon today for the expansive grounds of Hampton Court Palace, where she will join a host of celebrated authors – among them Sir Ian Rankin, Lee Child and Kate Mosse – as well as actresses Miriam Margolyes, Helena Bonham Carter and Dame Harriet Walter for the Queen’s Reading Room Festival next…5 min

HELLO! magazine|1841GETTING UP CLOSE AND INTIMATE WITH MICA PARIS THE SINGER ON GIVING NIGHTLIFE ITS SOUL BACK‘I’m falling in love with being on stage again. When I’m up there, I’m on another planet’She has been a famous singer for more than two-thirds of her life, travelling the world to thrill audiences with her soulful voice. But Mica Paris is never happier than when she is performing in front of intimate audiences in her home city of London.And this month, she is doing just that, putting on two shows at upmarket club Upstairs at Langan’s in Mayfair.“I like doing stuff that makes it feel as though you’re in my living room,” Mica tells HELLO! in this exclusive interview.The idea came about when she was trying to find the perfect venue for a live night to introduce new artists to her audience, following the success of her BBC…3 min

HELLO! magazine|18417 DAYSRORY McILROYFiles for divorce a day after latest golfing winGolfer Rory McIlroy, 35, has filed for divorce from his wife Erica Stoll, 36, after seven years of marriage.Documents were submitted to a court in Florida, where the couple live with their three-year-old daughter Poppy, the day after the former world No. 1 won the Wells Fargo Championship in North Carolina for the fourth time.A statement read: “Rory’s team confirmed today that a divorce has been filed. They stressed Rory’s desire to ensure this difficult time is as respectful and amicable as possible.”The Northern Irish player – a four-time Major champion – asked the court to enforce the couple’s prenuptial agreement and implement a plan for shared parenting of their daughter.DOLLY PARTONExplores her Welsh roots for new TV showDolly Parton is…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841MARKING 12 MONTHS OF PARENTHOOD WITH FIANCE JORDAN SAULDAISY LOWEON CELEBRATING DAUGHTER IVY’S FIRST BIRTHDAY WITH AN UNFORGETTABLE ASIAN ADVENTURE‘Being a mum has taught me so much. I can’t believe it’s been an entire year already’Against a backdrop of golden sands and the sun sparkling on an aquamarine ocean, Daisy Lowe couldn’t be more content as she cuddles her baby girl on her hip.The 35-year-old model was in Indonesia with her fiancé Jordan Saul, 30, and their daughter Ivy at the end of a special trip to Asia to mark the couple’s first year of parenting.And despite navigating long-haul flights with a young child, the family enjoyed every moment of their far-flung adventure.“We have loved travelling as a little family unit,” says Daisy, the daughter of designer Pearl Lowe and Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale.“Being immersed in completely new landscapes, weather and cultures has been such a joy together.” Though,…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841LOVESGolden ageAustralian beauty brand Eco by Sonya Driver creates products that care for your skin without using synthetic ingredients. Formulated with organic aloe vera, rose geranium oil and hyaluronic acid, the multipurpose Face Tan Water will hydrate, reduce redness and help calm your skin while building a golden glow.Eco by Sonya Driver Glory Oil, £31.95. Visit ecobysonyadriver.co.uket al 3-in-1 Face Mist, £35. Visit etalbeautycollective.co.ukCurél Oil Control Weightless Gel Moisturiser, £17.50. From boots.comPOWERED BY ECO BY SONYA DRIVER…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841GET THE PARTY STARTEDJoe Wicks’s SPRING VEGETABLE PASTAServes 4 Takes 15 minutesThis recipe is from Joe’s cookbook Feel Good in 15. He says: “The crisp asparagus, the sweet burst of peas, the super-soft broccoli that coats the pasta almost like a pesto – this dish is banging.“The trick is to cut the broccoli quite small, as you’re going to intentionally overcook it.”INGREDIENTS• 1 head of broccoli, finely chopped, stalk discarded• 300g/11oz penne pasta• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil• 200g/7oz asparagus, cut into 2-3cm/¾-1¼in chunks• 4 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped• 4-5 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped• 150g/5oz frozen peas• Zest and juice of 1 large or 2 small lemons• 50g/2oz Parmesan, finely grated, plus extra to serve• Salt and freshly ground black pepper1. Pour boiling water into a large pot. Add…5 min

HELLO! magazine|1841DON’T MISS THIS WEEK…FILM THE PRESENTWhen a young boy discovers that he can use an enchanted grandfather clock to travel back in time, he teams up with his siblings on a mission to bring their separated parents back together. Greg Kinnear and Isla Fisher (together right) star in this heartwarming comedy.Screening in UK and Irish cinemas from Friday.FESTIVAL CARFESTCarFest, founded by radio DJ Chris Evans, revs up the fun at Hampshire’s Laverstoke Park Farm over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Music stars such as Beverley Knight (left), UB40, Sam Ryder and Scouting for Girls are joined by guests from the worlds of comedy, wellness and food; there’s track action for petrolheads, too.From 23 to 25 August. To book, visit carfest.org.TV INSOMNIAVicky McClure (right) stars in this eerie psychological thriller based on Sarah Pinborough’s…2 min

HELLO! magazine|1841PUZZLE TIMEAcrosticSolve the clues and write their answers into the grid. Some of the letters have a code number, which is the same for that letter throughout the puzzle – so this gives you extra clues to other answers. The highlighted column will spell out another word.1 By chance (12)2 Book of road rules (7,4)3 Italian appetisers (9)4 Slow down (10)5 Disc-flipping game (11)6 January 1st (3,5,3)7 Slovenliness (10)8 Futile (9)9 Thoughtful (11)10 Carrying as cargo (12)Cross ‘n’ DownJust like a regular crossword, but the clues are arranged by row and column, in order of the answers.ACROSS1 Clip • Couch potato 2 Brave deeds • Saltwater solution 3 Intelligence operative • Type of bread 4 Plaster of Paris mineral • Head covering 5 Coach • Salesperson (abbr.) 6 Animal hair •…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841JOINED BY THE PRINCE OF WALESBAFTA T.V. AWARDSTELEVISION’S FINEST TURNOUT FOR GLITTERING NIGHTIt is one of the most significant celebrations in the British TV calendar, so when the Bafta Television Awards took place at the Royal Festival Hall, HELLO! was on the red carpet to greet stars including Tess Daly, Claudia Winkleman, Hannah Waddingham, Helena Bonham Carter and Alex Scott.And it wasn’t just TV royalty on the guest list – Bafta also welcomed its president, the Prince of Wales, who surprised guests by speaking in a moving video message during the ceremony.Arriving in all their finery, stars from the worlds of acting and entertainment upped the ante on the fashion front.Strictly Come Dancing co-hosts Tess and Claudia, who collected the award for Best Entertainment Programme in the show’s 20th year, doubled up in pristine white.ALL WHITE ON THE NIGHTTess, who described the…6 min

HELLO! magazine|1841SARAH JESSICA PARKER TUTU HAPPY TO BE BACK ON SETFollowing her West End triumph in Plaza Suite alongside husband Matthew Broderick, Sarah Jessica Parker has checked out of the UK capital, And Just Like That is back in New York.Not that there was any rest: the actress has already returned to work, filming the third series of the Sex and the City sequel. She was spotted on set (right and above right) in an updated take on her character Carrie Bradshaw’s famous tutu skirt – this time a tiered pastel pink design paired with a mint-green silk shirt and a crystal-studded Jackie handbag from Gucci.Sharing a photo on Instagram, Sarah told fans: “Day 1.”Joining her in New York’s Lincoln Center Plaza were two of the show’s younger stars, Cathy Ang and Alexa Swinton (above left), who play Lily and…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841THE SPENCER SISTERS BEST-DRESSED GUESTS AT VENICE BOUTIQUE LAUNCHIf there’s one thing Italians know how to do, it is celebrate in style. They also know a thing or two about family. And the opening of the latest Brunello Cucinelli boutique, in Venice’s Palazza della Borsa e della Cameroa di Commercio, combined both, with a guest list featuring all three Spencer sisters.Twins Eliza and Amelia, both 31, were joined by their elder sister Kitty, 33 (all left), plus Eliza’s partner Channing Millerd and Amelia’s husband Greg Mallett. In outfits by the Italian fashion label, they had what Eliza called a “beautiful night”. Each of the siblings uploaded photos from the event to social media – and for Amelia and Greg the magical surroundings were particularly resonant. The couple married in South Africa last year and being immersed in La…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841ON WINNING FORM AT BADMINTONPETER PHILLIPSTHE KING’S NEPHEW BRINGS NEW LOVE HARRIET SPERLING TO MEET THE FAMILY‘They’re spending time together, but it’s very early days’Strolling hand in hand in the sunshine and looking very happy together, Peter Phillips and his new girlfriend went public at the Badminton Horse Trials.The King’s 46-year-old nephew was in Gloucester with paediatric specialist nurse and freelance writer Harriet Sperling, whom he is understood to have met at a sporting event their children were attending.A friend tells HELLO! the couple had met “recently” and are “spending time together, but it’s very early days”. A spokesman for Peter declined to comment, saying it was a “private matter”.Details of his new romance come a month after it emerged the Princess Royal’s son had split from Lindsay Steven, with friends citing his “non-stop” travelling and business commitments as the reason for the end of their…2 min

HELLO! magazine|1841UNVEILING HIS FIRST COMPLETED PORTRAIT SINCE THE CORONATIONTHE KINGIS A STUDY IN SCARLET AS NEW PAINTING CAPTURES HIS METAMORPHOSIS FROM PRINCE TO MONARCH‘It was the Queen’s reaction I was looking for and that seemed to go very well’Artist Jonathan YeoReaching a new milestone in his reign, the King unveiled the first completed official portrait of himself since the coronation.His Majesty revealed the painting in the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace in front of his wife the Queen and stepdaughter Laura Lopes and her husband Harry, both of whom work in art, and was clearly impressed.“It is remarkable, actually, how it has turned out,” he told artist Jonathan Yeo.The painting was commissioned in 2020 by the Drapers’ Company, two years ahead of the then Prince of Wales’s 50 years as a member of the ancient guild. It shows the King in military uniform, holding a sword and smiling softly, bathed in a…2 min

HELLO! magazine|1841LIGHTING UP THE FAMOUS CROISETTECANNES FILM FESTIVALSTARS THRILL FILM AND FASHION FANS WITH GLITZ AND GLAMOURA-listers wore their most dramatically beautiful gownsIt’s the most glamorous film festival in the world, so A-list actresses and supermodels dressed in their most dramatically beautiful gowns to sashay down the famous Croisette at Cannes last week.Leading the stylish pack on the opening night of the Cannes Film Festival was Helena Christensen, who looked spectacular on the red carpet in a white Grecian floor-length Vivienne Westwood gown that came complete with a billowing cape.The Danish catwalk star, 55, wore her hair in a simple style adorned only by a white satin bow from Jennifer Behr, letting her glittering Pomellato diamond necklace, earring and rings take centre stage as she posed for photographers at the opening-night premiere of Le Deuxième Acte.Following in her fashion footsteps was the comedy film’s star, French…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841WINNING FANS IN NIGERIA ONFIRST MAJOR TRIP IN FIVE YEARSTHE DUKE ANDduch*eSS OF SUSSEXCHAMPION GOOD CAUSES ON A RETURN TO WORLD STAGE‘The Invictus Games gives hope to the soldiers. It encourages them to walk towards a goal’Their three-day stay in Nigeria marked a return to the world stage for the Duke and duch*ess of Sussex.Nearly five years on from their last major royal overseas visit, their trip had plenty of echoes of royal tours past and present.Spanning three locations and featuring diplomatic dressing – including at least eight outfit changes – lively local dancing and plenty of good causes, it certainly seemed to follow a familiar format.Over the years I’ve travelled with Harry to Oman, Abu Dhabi, the US, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Lesotho and with him and Meghan to Morocco, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, Fiji and Tonga.But this time was different, not least in the way the trip…5 min

HELLO! magazine|1841AS ‘BRIDGERTON’ RETURNSNICOLA COUGHLAN PROMISES STEAMY SCENES FOR PENELOPETheir “will they, won’t they?” onscreen relationship in the popular period drama Bridgerton has sent the rumour mill into overdrive in the past, especially when they were spotted holding hands at a recent launch event.But 37-year-old Irish actress Nicola Coughlan, who plays wallflower Penelope Featherington, insists she is just good friends with co-star Luke Newton, 31, who portrays Colin Bridgerton, her character’s secret crush.Luckily, it was their firm friendship that helped them when they were filming a steamy romantic scene for the show’s recently launched third season.Describing it as “terrifying”, Nicola says: “When Luke and I read the books at the beginning of season one, it was funny to us to imagine what it would be like if we had to kiss.“Then season three comes around and we were like:…3 min

HELLO! magazine|1841STORY OF THE WEEKAnt McPartlin has become a father for the first time after welcoming a son with his wife Anne-Marie Corbett. The Britain’s Got Talent star, 48, shared the news on Instagram with a black-and-white photo (above right) of him holding the baby. The presenter also revealed the newborn’s name, writing: “Welcome to the family Wilder Patrick Mcpartlin. Born, 14/05/24 at 8.54am… Baby is beautiful, Mummy’s a legend, Sisters are over the moon. Dad’s a mess!”Also visible in the image is a tattoo on his shoulder – a tree incorporating the names of his wife and her teenage daughters from a previous marriage, Poppy and Daisy, as well as their dogs, Milo and Bumble.The star – one-half of award-winning TV duo Ant and Dec – was inundated with good wishes. Presenter Holly…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841GET THE LOOKIt’s official: double denim is back – and this spring it’s taking an elevated twist. Take your cue from Katie Holmes, who gives a masterclass in denim-on-denim style in a 1970s-inspired uniform in New York. The Logan Lucky actress seamlessly modernises the Canadian tuxedo in her tailored waistcoat and wide-leg jeans from Banana Republic, paired with her favourite Acne Studios square-toe loafers. She completes the look with a butter-yellow belt and layers of gold jewellery.COMPILED BY MEGAN CONWAY. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES. ALL PRICES AND STOCKIST DETAILS IN STYLE CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS…1 min

HELLO! magazine|1841BALANCING ACT‘Mind, movement and nutrition are my core pillars every day. It’s the small things that make a difference’It has been a whirlwind year for Emily English, and we aren’t even halfway through it yet. As well as managing her growing popularity on Instagram, where she has gained more than a million followers, she has written her first cookbook, So Good, and launched a gut health supplement brand, Epetome. She is also planning a wedding to her partner and “chief recipe taster”, brand consultant Aaron McFeely.Emily, 28, worked in the fashion industry as a model, but after developing a toxic relationship with food, she trained as a nutritionist and began to share healthy, delicious recipes on social media.“Nutrition is all about health, habits and happiness,” she tells HELLO!. “They are the…4 min

HELLO! magazine|1841ARTISAN HOMESisters Esther and María Fábrega love to return to Catalonia and Mas Ferrer – the house in Pla de l’Estany where they grew up. Not only is the peaceful farmstead near Girona full of happy memories, but it also helped inspire their artisan jewellery brand Cashfana, a favourite with Queen Letizia of Spain and a host of fashion influencers.“This is where we first experienced the beauty of forests and flowers and where our interest in the native fauna was awakened,” Esther tells us. “It is from magical places like this that most of the ideas for our collections have come.”As children at Mas Ferrer, the sisters also learnt respect for local craftsmanship. And when they travelled, their parents “insisted we get to know the artisan traditions of each culture”.This became…2 min

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