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HELLO! magazine|1671FILM STAR ANTONIO BANDERAS’S GIRLFRIEND NICOLE KIMPEL WELCOMES US INTO THEIR SPECTACULAR PENTHOUSE APARTMENT IN MALAGA‘It’s the person behind the actor who I fell in love with, who I’m still in love with and who I know, every day, I want to share my life with’Hollywood star Antonio Banderas adores his home city of Malaga in Andalusia – and his property there is a true reflection of that passion.As the A-list actor’s partner of six years Nicole Kimpel says in our exclusive photoshoot: “This place is Malaga; it’s located in the heart of the city and the city has taken it over. The architecture has some of the typical Arabic elements found here in Andalusia, there are local decorative elements and artists’ works, even some lines from Malagan poet Manuel Alcántara.”You can see the whole city laid out from the terrace of the penthouse, its…8 min
HELLO! magazine|1671MARK WRIGHT TELLS HOW FAMILY IS EVERYTHING TO HIM AS HE CONTINUES HIS MISSION TO KEEP THE NATION FITHe is passionate about the need to keep strong during the toughest of times, and today Mark Wright is counting his blessings as he tells HELLO! : “I’ve learnt what is most important in life, how important health is, how important family is. That is the number one happiness: the love around you.”The Heart FM and TV presenter says a huge part of his good fortune is being married to actress Michelle Keegan. “I am just grateful that I get to have her by my side every day, to have someone I can share my life with. To be with Michelle during these times has been incredible, and I’m forever grateful for that.”Last week he revealed he was self-isolating after coming into contact with someone with Covid-19. It follows his…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1671Quote of the weekGIGI HADIDSupermodel reveals daughter’s nameSupermodel Gigi Hadid has revealed that her baby daughter with Zayn Malik is named Khai. The 25-year-old only last week changed her Instagram bio to include “khai’s mom”, after announcing the birth of their first child in September. The choice of name is thought to be a tribute to Gigi’s grandmother Khairiah.Gigi and former One Direction star Zayn, who turned 28 in January, first started dating in 2015. Zayn shared the news of Khai’s birth last year on Twitter with a photo of the newborn’s hand in his, writing: “The love I feel for this tiny human is beyond my understanding.”• Actress Jessica Biel and husband Justin Timberlake have confirmed the name of their second son, Phineas, six months after his birth.BEN AFFLECK AND ANA DE…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1671CHANNELLING THE POWER OF HOPE KATE GARRAWAY DOCUMENTS HER FAMILY’S STRUGGLE IN A MOVING BOOK TO INSPIRE OTHERS‘This virus has impacted every single one of us’Her extraordinary courage during the most traumatic year of her life saw Kate Garraway presented with HELLO! ’s 2020 Star Women Inspiration award. And now the Good Morning Britain and Smooth Radio host is continuing to inspire others by sharing her personal story in a new book, The Power of Hope.Published by Penguin on 29 April – 13 months after her husband, psychologist Derek Draper, was first rushed to hospital with Covid-19 – it reveals Kate’s emotional account of his ongoing battle and the devastation it has inflicted on their family.A moving insight into how she is supporting their children Darcey, 14, and Billy, 11 – who were able to visit their dad for the first time at Christmas – while the…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1671HOW TO NOMINATETo nominate yourself, a friend or a family member, write and tell us in no more than 300 words why you or they deserve to win this dream wedding. Please confirm that you have the permission of the person you are entering and proof of their occupation as an NHS staff member or other key worker. This competition is open to UK residents only and the couple must legally be able to marry in 2022. Submit your entry with a picture of your nominees to competitions@hellomagazine.com. Entries close on Sunday 28 February at 11.59pm. The entries will be judged by HELLO! editor in chief Rosie Nixon, publisher Tamsyn Spires, head of digital Sophie Vokes-Dudgeon and the owner of our stunning venue The West Mill, Chrissie Rose. To read further details…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671WITH DAZZLING PERFORMANCES FROM A-LIST STARS PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN IS JOINED BY VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS AS HE LEADS THE U.S. INTO A NEW ERA ON A HISTORIC DAY IN WASHINGTON‘This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope, of renewal and resolve’This was an inauguration like no other. As Democrat Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States, a field of flags fluttered in front of Capitol Hill, where usually throngs of cheering crowds would gather. The guests on stage stood socially distanced, wearing masks, alongside some of the country’s former leaders – with one conspicuous exception.But there was still much to celebrate. The new Commander-in-Chief made a rallying cry for unity in a country ravaged by a pandemic and political divide; Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez added a touch of A-list glamour and sparkle with their passionate and heartfelt performances and the US breathed a sigh of relief…9 min
HELLO! magazine|1671HE HAS SOME COOL MOVESThis little penguin chick looks as if he’s walked straight from the set of Happy Feet as he flaps his tiny wings and shows off some fancy footwork in the same week as Penguin Awareness Day.His dance moves were captured by amateur photographer David Higgins at Sea Lion Island, the most southerly inhabited island of the Falklands group and home to 4,000 breeding pairs of gentoo penguins, which live in 13 sub-colonies.“Sea Lion Island is one of the best wildlife locations I’ve ever visited,” says David, 51, of the designated national nature reserve, which is famed for its wildlife diversity.…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671AS EMERALD FENNELL TAKES A NEW ROLE BEHIND THE CAMERA CAREY MULLIGAN IS I TIPPED FOR OSCAR SUCCESS AS SHE TALKS DRESSING UP, PLAYLISTS AND BEING DIRECTED BY THE ‘THE CROWN’ ACTRESS‘You do feel a weight of responsibility in playing certain characters’When two of Britain’s biggest acting talents decide to work together, the results are always going to be promising – and never more so than the new collaboration between Carey Mulligan and Emerald Fennell.The film Promising Young Woman , with Carey in the lead role and Emerald directing, is already being tipped for Oscar glory.Known for her roles in Call the Midwife and as Camilla Shand – the future duch*ess of Cornwall – in The Crown , Emerald is now on the other side of the camera, the prospect of which initially “intimidated” 35-year-old Carey.“But then it became the most wonderful, helpful, brilliant intuitive kind of vibe. With a director that doesn’t act you can feel like: Well, you try…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1671Maya JamaGET THE LOOKWith her dramatic eyeliner flick, TV presenter Maya Jama’s timeless glamour stunned at the Brit Awards last year. The 26-year-old Aussie haircare brand ambassador, who has launched her own eye and face mask brand, MIJ, learnt the technique for her impressive winged liner at school – and has one top tip: “Get a baby wipe around your nail, you can shape the end to get a perfect flick.”PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES. ALL PRICES AND STOCKIST DETAILS IN STYLE CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671HYDRATION NATIONAre you struggling to drink the recommended eight cups of fluid a day? Water, tea, coffee, lower fat milk and sugar-free drinks all count but many of us struggle to reach our daily goal – including actress and model Suki Waterhouse (left).“I’m the first to admit I usually fall short,” she says. “It sounds super dorky, but sometimes I’ve resorted to setting a timer on my phone.“I’ve really noticed over lockdown that I can barely touch my toes, so I need to drink more water to help my muscles. And if you’re feeling down or you haven’t got any energy – I notice a remarkable difference when I start drinking water,” Suki, 29, says.The Love, Rosie star has joined sustainability-conscious microdrink brand Waterdrop to create a Monet-inspired waterlily-print bottle and…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671DON’T MISS THIS WEEK…TV MARCELLAAnna Friel returns in the third instalment of ITV’s acclaimed crime drama. Now working undercover in Belfast, Marcella has infiltrated an infamous crime family, but questions come to the fore about how much she has embraced her character’s persona and personality and left Marcella behind. Silent Witness’s Amanda Burton (right) and Shameless star Aaron McCusker join the cast.Starts on ITV on Tuesday at 9pm.PODCAST IN FOCUS WITH DAVID YARROWPhotographer David Yarrow shares the stories behind some of his most extraordinary shots, from falling overboard while photographing orcas to being scolded by the Duke of Edinburgh for not wearing a tie.From 3 February on all providers.STREAMING BLISSHollywood heavyweights Salma Hayek and Owen Wilson (both right) star in a mind-bending new love story. Divorcé Greg (Owen) loses his job then meets…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671QUEEN OF THE CASTLE AND BIRTHDAY GIRL GIOVANNA FLETCHER ON THE CROWNING MOMENTS OF HER YEAR — AND ROMANTIC PLANS‘It was gorgeous to spend time with the duch*ess. She wished me a happy birthday, which was very sweet’Giovanna Fletcher spent her last birthday in the company of the duch*ess of Cambridge – but this year, the I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! queen of the castle is looking forward to a rather more laid-back affair at home with her little princes Buzz, six, Buddy, four, and two-year-old Max – her children with McFly star husband Tom. “Tom will probably cook me pancakes for breakfast, there’ll be some home schooling and a nice walk, then I’ll get dressed up for a Zoom call with all my mates,” says the best-selling author and podcaster, who turns 36 this week.With celebrations naturally more low key than usual this year, Giovanna…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1671THE INSIDE STORYMISS ENGLAND CROWNS HER RETURN TO WORK WITH A JABHaving returned to the NHS front line after successfully giving beauty pageants a shot, Miss England Dr Bhasha Mukherjee was delighted to do her bit to encourage uptake of the Covid-19 vaccines.Despite confessing to feeling “so excited/ nervous”, the junior doctor beamed behind her mask as she received her jab (below).“I feel grateful to have gotten the vaccine when hundreds are in the waiting line across the world,” Bhasha exclusively tells HELLO! . “My prayers are with everyone who’s waiting patiently at home, including my own family members, who I hope will also get their vaccine soon.”Bhasha, 25, was crowned Miss England in 2019 (below) and with last year’s pageant cancelled due to the pandemic, has now gone down in history…9 min
HELLO! magazine|1671PROVING THAT ‘LOVE WINS’ OLIVER PROUDLOCK ‘MADE IN CHELSEA’ STAR MARRIES EMMA LOUISE IN SECRET CEREMONYIt was a far cry from the dream wedding they’d planned, but if ever there was proof that love conquers all, Oliver Proudlock’s romantic whirlwind nuptials with model Emma Louise Connolly are definitely it.“Love wins!” the designer and Made in Chelsea star triumphantly declared on Instagram last week as he shared stunning images of their big day and revealed that they’d tied the knot in a secret ceremony on 15 December.His 29-year-old bride Emma Louise might have been an hour late for the service after getting stuck in traffic, but she was the epitome of serenity as she glided up the aisle on her father’s arm.Dressed in a Pronovias Atelier Sigourney crepe and Chantilly lace gown, customised especially for her by chief artistic director Alessandra Rinaudo, she looked every inch…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1671LAUNCHING AN APPEAL WITH HELLO! LADY FREDERICK WINDSOR CALLS FOR HELP FOR BRITAIN’S CHILDREN AND FAMILIES LEFT BEHIND DURING THE PANDEMICThis week HELLO! joins forces with Lady Frederick Windsor to launch an appeal to help Britain’s most vulnerable children and families.Lady Frederick – the actress known professionally as Sophie Winkleman – is calling on readers to help tackle the “silent pandemic” of poverty, malnutrition and domestic abuse triggered by the Covid-19 crisis.As patron of the charity School-Home Support (SHS), Sophie has seen first-hand the dire consequences of lockdowns, school closures and job losses for some of the nation’s most disadvantaged families. In this exclusive interview she tells us how its invaluable work is needed more urgently than ever.“Life was difficult for these families before the pandemic, but Covid-19 has brought the situation for many to crisis point,” she says. “Parents are more stressed than ever because jobs have been lost…5 min
HELLO! magazine|1671MELANIA TRUMP PUTS ON A STYLISH SHOW AS SHE AND DONALD LEAVE THE WHITE HOUSE FOR THE FINAL TIMELooking downcast and sombre, despite a smile for the cameras, the faces of Donald and Melania Trump said it all.It was also a day when fashion spoke volumes with the outgoing First Lady making a style statement by changing en route from Washington to Palm Beach, Florida, replacing her black Chanel suit, Hermès Birkin handbag and Christian Louboutin heels for a colourful Gucci dress and ballerina pumps by Roger Vivier. As she left Air Force One and headed for the Trump resort Mar-a-Lago, it was a striking message of shedding one life to settle into a future in Florida.Before he left, the outgoing President told a small crowd at the Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, DC: “So just a goodbye. We love you. We will be back in some…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671BRINGING YOU UPLIFTING STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLDNANS ARE WEDDING BELLESSmiling and carrying matching bouquets as they accompany a radiant bride, these grandmothers could not look more proud to be bridesmaids on their granddaughter’s big day (left).When Megan Kennedy and her partner Thomas Cahoon (together below) got engaged, they planned a big wedding, with buses to carry their many guests to the venue and collect the ten bridesmaids. But coronavirus meant the celebration had to be postponed and the guest list whittled down to just 15.“When I realised I didn’t even have space for my best friend, my maid of honour, it didn’t make sense,” Megan told BBC Radio 1’s Newsbeat. So she came up with a plan to ask her nans, Gillian Holloway, 80, and Mary Kennedy, 90. They travelled to London for the October wedding…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1671WELCOMING US TO ANCESTRAL FAMILY HOME BELVOIR CASTLE THE duch*eSS OF RUTLAND ON TEAMING UP WITH HER DAUGHTER LADY VIOLET FOR AN ‘EXTRAORDINARY IDEA’‘Every woman loves her home. We’ve just got a bigger home to love’ The duch*essWhen she was just eight years old, Lady Violet Manners helped run the ice cream shop in the grounds of Belvoir Castle, the ancestral family home in Leicestershire.Her mother Emma Manners, the duch*ess of Rutland and chief executive of the estate, instilled a strong work ethic in the budding businesswoman and her four siblings from a young age, which continues to this day.“We joke that if Mum comes into the kitchen and says she’s been working since 5.30am, I’ll say I’ve been up since 5am,” jokes Violet, 27. “There’s this underlying competitiveness and no hiding away from any form of work in our family at all.”Mother and daughter have now joined forces to work together on…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1671GO FOR GLOWDon’t let the weather, travel restrictions or lockdown stand in the way of adding a little warmth to your skin this winter. Self-tan products are a completely safe way to achieve a natural sunkissed look no matter where you are.This year will see us ease off dark tans and go for a more subtle approach, says tanning expert James Harknett. “While the Noughties were about bronzed icons like Gisele and Jennifer Lopez, I think we’ll be looking to stars like Zión Moreno [right], who has the most incredible glowing skin,” he says.Best of all, this softer tan is easier to achieve and foolproof when it comes to maintenance.Here, three experts reveal their tanning commandments, along with the essential products you need in your self-tan stash…1. DO YOUR PREP“Prepare your skin…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1671L♥VESOn the right trackKit yourself out for an hour of daily exercise with the new Active range by F&F. Colourful patterned leggings and uplifting slogan tees ensure you’ll stay stylish whether you’re trying a home workout or hitting a step count in the great outdoors. At these brilliant prices, we’ll take one of everything!Slogan T-Shirt, £6; Wave Print Leggings, £10; Performance Trainers, £18. Available from selected Tesco stores…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671CERYS MATTHEWS POET’S CORNERCerys Matthews is in a reflective mood. The singer and radio presenter has just celebrated ten years of marriage to music producer Steve Abbott and is cherishing home life with their blended family, which includes daughter Glenys, 17, sons Johnny, 15, and Red, 11, and Steve’s older children: Harvey, 24, and Hope, 28.“It feels like we’re at that point in life where it’s a brand-new chapter again,” the Cardiff-born 51-year-old tells HELLO! from her home in London in this exclusive chat. “It’s fun having teenagers and adults around the house and seeing what they think of the world and wondering where they’re going to go in the next ten, 20 or 30 years. It’s quite a privileged position to be in middle-aged life.“It beats being crouched on all fours tidying…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1671ShiverIt’s that time of year again. The time the glacier gives up bodies. The immense mass of ice up there is a frozen river that flows too slowly for the eye to see. Recent victims brush shoulders with older ones in its glassy depths. Some emerge at the top, others at the snout, and there’s no way of knowing who will come out next.All those cold nights I spent in his bed. I feel bad for not getting in contact with him. But after what happened…It can take years for them to reappear. Decades even. A glacier in neighbouring Italy made the news recently when it produced the mummified corpses of First World War soldiers, complete with helmets and rifles. Still, what goes in must eventually come out, so I’ve…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1671DREAM ESCAPESSt MartinSTAYPerched atop a cliff on the island’s west coast, Belmond La Samanna (2) is a tropical oasis with a dash of Côte d’Azur cool. The suites, outfitted in a palette of soft pastels, offer sigh-inducing views of the Caribbean, there’s a trio of remarkably good restaurants and the Rendezvous Pavilion is home to a collection of stirring works by St Martin-born impressionist artist Roland Richardson.TASTELaid-back barbecue joint Cynthia’s Talk of the Town in Grand Case dishes up outrageously good ribs with fried plantain and tangy coleslaw on the side, while the menu at L’Auberge Gourmande – a refined supper spot in a history-steeped Créole cottage – reads like a love letter to French cooking. Back at Belmond La Samanna, Laplaj turns out flavourful small plates featuring the likes of…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1671HELPING US IN CHA-CHA-CHALLENGING TIMES SHIRLEY BALLAS ON BRINGING INSPIRATION AND COMFORT WITH HER DANCE CLASSES‘Danny represents the people out there that think: “I’m gonna give that a go”’She struggled to get out of bed during some low moments in the first lockdown, but Shirley Ballas believes dancing has the power to get her up and giggling.Now the Strictly Come Dancing head judge has started her own free online dance lessons from her living room to get people moving and learning a different dance each week.“I said to myself: Let’s do something for a little bit of relief in these difficult times,’” she tells HELLO! . “I started with 15 minutes and it went so well that I lengthened it and now it’s gone to 30 minutes. I’m happy to give some time and encouragement during this new lockdown.”Rise and Shine with Shirley B on…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1671IN MELBOURNE BRITISH TENNIS NO.1 JOHANNA KONTA ON RAISING HER GAME IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES BEFORE THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN‘Each day I try to be open to whatever comes my way and know that I can get through it’It must rank as the strangest buildup to a major sporting event ever. The world’s elite tennis players have been flown to Australia on chartered planes and told they must quarantine in their hotel rooms for 14 days, with many unable to practise on courts ahead of the Australian Open, which begins on 8 February.But Britain’s No. 1 women’s player, Johanna Konta, who is in Melbourne with her boyfriend of almost four years, photographer Jackson Wade, has made sure she is staying in shape for her matches by creating a gym in her hotel room.In this exclusive interview, Jo, 29, who is ranked 14th in the world, talks us through her…6 min
HELLO! magazine|1671INTRODUCING HER BABY BOY ALFIE RIVERS, D.J. AND PRESENTER ASHLEY JAMES TELLS HOW SHE WAS MADE TO BE A MUM AND WHY SHE’S READY FOR THE ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME WITH BOYFRIEND TOM‘Every day I love Alfie more. He’s so calm and placid, the best little bubba. There’s no part of motherhood I don’t enjoy’When last year’s first lockdown was announced, presenter, DJ and empowerment coach Ashley James and her new boyfriend of four months, Tom Andrews, made the spontaneous decision to move in together. But they could never have imagined the joy that would follow that decision as now, exclusively in HELLO! , the proud new parents introduce their son Alfie Rivers Andrews for the very first time.“I love being a mum. There’s no part of motherhood I don’t enjoy; I even love being up in the night with him,” smiles Ashley, cradling the beautiful baby, who was born six days after his due date at 1.52pm on 9 January, weighing…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1671WIN A DREAM WEDDING WORTH OVER £50,000They are working flat out again facing the biggest challenge of our times. Now HELLO! wants you to help us say “thank you” to one lucky key worker by giving them the biggest day of their lives – with a £50,000 wedding.To acknowledge all the kindness, selflessness and bravery shown by NHS staff and key workers on the front line and beyond, we have put together an amazing competition that will see one happy couple enjoy the day of their dreams.And we want you to nominate who should win.From the venue to the dress and everything in between, a fantastic range of suppliers will make sure the big day goes without a hitch and our deserving winner will enjoy the perfect wedding.SETTING THE SCENEThe relaxed and beautiful setting for the…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1671LOCATED IN HER NEW OFFICE AT SANDRINGHAM HOUSE THE duch*eSS OF CAMBRIDGE PRAISES NURSING STAFF FOR GOING THE EXTRA MILE IN A SPIRIT-RAISING VIDEO CALL TO HEALTHCARE WORKERS‘That’s what matters so much now — these acts of kindness to the patients you’re looking after’ KateShe has talked about the power of good deeds many times and, last week, the duch*ess of Cambridge praised a group of nurses for their “acts of kindness” during the coronavirus pandemic.On a video call to five nurses from University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Kate, 39, heard how staff have held the hands of dying patients, played them music and comforted grieving families.“You hear time and time again about the amazing things nurses up and down the country are doing, going that extra mile,” she said.“And it’s the things that, you know, it’s not part of the training and the things that you’re taught, but the things that come from your…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1671ANNOUNCING ‘GOOD NEWS’ — HER NEW ROLE WITH HELLO! SAIRA KHAN ON QUITTING ‘LOOSE WOMEN’ AND HELPING RAISE SPIRITS WITH UPLIFTING STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD‘I feel super proud to be part of this — it’s so important to focus on the positives in a time like this’Her sunny personality lit up the Loose Women panel for five years. And now, as she moves on to pastures new after leaving the hit daytime show, Saira Khan is delighted to announce that she is teaming up with HELLO! to spread some joy.The TV presenter and entrepreneur is the new face of HELLO! Good News, our uplifting weekly feature launched during the first lockdown to bring readers much-needed positive news stories from around the world, in a bid to raise spirits during the pandemic.“I feel super proud to be part of this – it’s so important to focus on the positives in a time like this,” Saira…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1671CONFESSIONS FROM THE CASTLE — THE duch*eSS PODCASTThe duch*ess of Rutland in conversation with Lady Ingilby of Ripley Castle (left) for her duch*ess podcast. With her daughter, Lady Violet, she has curated a select band of fellow “ladies of the house” to interview for the series, including (from right) the Countess of Devon, of Powderham Castle; Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill of Blenheim Palace and the duch*ess of Argyll, of Inveraray Castle. “You’ll be unsurprised to learn life doesn’t always resemble that of Downton Abbey,” says Lady VioletADDITIONAL PHOTOS: CAMERA PRESS. GETTY IMAGES. MARK HARRISON/CAMERA PRESS. MIRRORPIX. REX FEATURES. SAM CHURCHILL PHOTOGRAPHY…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671Health MattersFIND YOUR FEELINGSTV presenter Fearne Cotton has children’s mental health in her sights with a new book aimed at youngsters aged seven and upwards. Your Mood Journal is a customisable and interactive activity book to help children identify and understand their emotions. Chapters cover a range of feelings, from happiness to loneliness and anger, with the aim of “normalising these emotions and not labelling them positive or negative”, says Fearne. There are exercises to explore each one, plus tips, drawings and words. A great toolkit for children to learn about their feelings.Your Mood Journal by Fearne Cotton, £12.99, Puffin Books.MOTIVATED MOVESWhile new year’s resolutions are usually a distant memory by the first week of February, the Covid-19 pandemic has spurred more people on to take care of their health this…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1671HELL FOR LEATHERFollow the A-listers and team your faux leather with denim for a timeless look…1 min
