If your significant other has popped the question and youโve relished in all the ensuing excitementโposting the perfect ring pic to the grid, squealing over facetime to family and friendsโthe official planning can begin, starting with the engagement party, of course.
While there are plenty of places you could start your planningโvenue, guest list, decorationsโthereโs one that we firmly believe takes precedence over all others: the dress.
In a nod to the special day-to-come, the bride-to-be traditionally wears white.
So, weโve rounded up some of the chicest dresses to wear to your engagement party belowโand, if youโre not one for tradition, you can always shop them in a different colour.
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When it comes to major style decisions, a wallet is definitely not at the top of the list. Itโs tucked away in your handbag for few to see, right? However, a chic yet functional wallet is one of our most overlooked accessories. Regardless of the fact that it gets used numerous times a day โ when pulling out your transport tap-and-go card, when buying your morning coffee, during a lunchtime shopping spree โ any chance to ditch an overflowing handbag is a bonus. Plus, your wallet has the all-important job of keeping your cash, cards and receipts in order. So really, itโs one purchase you need to get right and not feel guilty about!
More than ever before, wallets are blurring the line between purse and handbag. Major international shows revealed micro-bags and hands-free wallets are still in style, while off the runway, a quick shop online will have you longing for the minimalist life with fuss-free cardholders and lanyard purses that are begging you to downsize.
Below, our round-up of seven key wallet styles to inspire your next purchase.
The cool-girl version of the bum bag, this hands-free belted wallet is the perfect travel companion.
5. Envelope wallet
Coach Crossgrain Leather Wyn Soft Wallet, $275 from THE ICONIC
Exactly what youโd imagine given the name, an envelope wallet has a triangular flap and is suited to carrying cards and notes. Some designs may include a zippered compartment for coins, too. Youโll find a decent amount of card slots (around six to eight). Envelope wallets may also come with a rectangular flap.
The largest wallet style (although they come in smaller sizes, too), a clutch wallet is strapless and has limited organisation slots built in, however, it is roomy enough to fit your phone and keys in addition to all your cash, cards and coins. It is perfect for those who treat their wallet as a mini handbag. This style of wallet is also known as a pouch.
Hands-free with a looped strap to go around your wrist, a wristlet is often in the shape of a continental wallet or clutch. This is a convenient option for those who are always on-the-go but donโt like to carry a bulky bag with them.
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For legendary supermodel Brooke Shields, her physical form has always played an important part of her jobโas well as those eyebrows, of course.
But it turns out that the โ90s icon hasnโt always felt confident in her skin, in fact, her self-conscious feelings began in her prime. Now, sheโs embracing herself completely.
Forty years after modelling for Calvin Klein Jeans, Shields is back at it for Jordacheโs Spring 2022 collection, posing for the campaign with photography by Cass Bird.
While doing so, Shields sat down with People to open up about how โexhaustingโ self-criticism has been when comparing her body to others.
โItโs exhausting entertaining your insecurities,โ she told the publication. โIt is truly exhausting. And then you get to this age.โ
โIโve raised my kids for the most part,โ she said, referring to her two children, Rowan and Grier, with husband Chris Henchy. โIโve had a 21-year-long marriage. Iโm still working.โ
(Credit: Cass Bird)(Credit: Cass Bird)
She continued, โIโm not criticising myself for all the things that Iโm not, which I did a lot of in my younger years. I did a lot of comparison, and thatโs just a losing game.โ
For Shields, she explained that โpeople are always surprisedโ to hear that she would compare herself.
โIโm human. Iโve always been human. And I got so used to self-deprecation that it started to take a toll on my psyche and just me in general.โ
Now, the model revealed that her mindset toward her body has only elevated and that she works to set an example of confidence and self-acceptance to her two teenage daughters.
โI realised that I canโt represent that to my daughters. So I tried to turn it all around a little bit, in how I chose to see myself,โ she said.
โAnd itโs not an easy task, and you have to really remind yourself and keep practicing it. But I had practiced the alternative for decades.โ
As for how she changed the way she perceived her body, Shields explained that working with her trainer Ngo Okafor helped her achieve the โstrong, hard-workingโ body of her dreams.
โWe did 5am workouts, but I wasnโt drinking so it was easier to wake up in the morning,โ she says, adding, โI pushed it to the limit. My ego helped! I thought, โIf you do these pictures and you are not happy with what you see, youโll be hard on yourselfโ.โ
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Ashley Graham has shared the first snippet of her life as a mother of three.
The American model, who welcomed twin boys on January 7 with her husband husband Justin Ervin, shared a stunning image of herself breastfeeding one of the one-month olds while she held the other.
In the caption, she revealed their names along with a candid update about motherhood.
โMalachi & Roman,โ she began.
โMy boys have been the greatest teachers and biggest reminders that I can do hard things. this has not been easy, but itโs so worth it. Still canโt believe I have 3 children. Canโt wait to share my birth & postpartum journey with you all soon.โ
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In the comments of Grahamโs candid new post, Ervin wrote to his wife: โMore proud of you than words can express.โ
The pair are also parents to their eldest son, Isaac Menelik Giovanni, who is two years old.
Graham announced her family had gone from three to five in January with an Instagram story, writing: โJustin and I are so excited that our baby boys are here. They were born early this morning at home and are happy and healthy.โ
She added that she was โtaking some time to heal up and connect with my husband and three boys, but I truly cannot wait to share more with you all.โ
His wifeโs biggest supporter, Ervin reposted Grahamโs story and said, โI love you, @ashleygraham.โ
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Graham and Ervin first met in 2009โin an elevator, no less.
Rom-com-worthy as ever, the pair crossed paths while the model was volunteering for her church, where she would bring people up to the correct floor of the building via elevator. According to Oprah Daily, Ervin walked in with a friend one day, who nudged him and told him, โIf you donโt talk to her, I will.โ
Like her twins, Graham also welcomed Isaac at home, later revealing on her YouTube show, Pretty Big Deal, โI have to say, now that I gave birth and I did it naturally and I felt everything, I feel like thereโs nothing I canโt do.โ
She added of Ervin, who was present throughout the whole birth: โTo go straight from the pool to the bed with our son and just hold him, what a bond.โ
We have no doubt Graham will share more details about welcoming her twins in due course, but for now, weโre glad sheโs revelling in her new baby bubble.
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Thereโs no denying that every collection that leaves the Zimmermann atelier has an atmosphere of elevation, sophistication and their quintessential homage to Australian style.
And in their Fall 2022 presentation, it appears that the homegrown fashion house has impressed us yet again.
An ode to the starsโand the zodiacs that they representโthe collection was clearly inspired by astrology and how the constellations determine individual personality traits, hence the collection being named โStargazerโ.
โFor our Fall collection we found inspiration in the stars. Thereโs always been something so fun and intriguing to me about pop astrology and the idea that our personalities are influenced by our birth signs,โ Nicky Zimmermann, the brandโs creative director, said in a press release.
As the models floated through rooms of different warm, earthy hues, the lit-up arches they passed beneath illuminated each of the textural and printed motifs adorned on each garment. Working with artist Anita Inverarity, Zimmermann developed 12 key prints that represent each sign of the zodiac, incorporating them into a multitude of looks throughout the presentation.
(Credit: Zimmermann)
โWe picked up the symbols and icons of the zodiac in our detailing and finishes and thereโs a conscious clash of fabric textures in each look. Itโs a collection thatโs high on finer details. Maybe thatโs a bit of the Virgo in me coming through!โ Zimmermann explained.
Conjuring up a visually rich world of motifs and symbols inspired by celestial folklore, the collectionโs ode to astrologyโthanks to the help of Inverarityโreimagines the classic Zimmermann woman in imaginary scenes that emulate each star sign. Much like the illustratorโs folk-like characters, each look is layered and luscious, with a focus on clashing prints and weighted outerwear.
As the selection of diverse models swanned down the runway, all eyes drew to the collectionโs silhouettes with an emphasis on pulled-in waists and artfully placed volume, paired with bespoke craft embellishment and intricate embroidery. Opulence was a given with a colour range of rich blues, kelly greens, red-oranges and a kaleidoscope of print to effectively emulate the spirit of the collection.
Throughout the collection, catsuits rose to prominence, serving as a key layering piece with an array of micro wool skirts and oversized outerwear. Stretch satin boots and velvet platforms quite literally carried the collection throughout the presentation, perfectly juxtaposing the layered looks.
Speaking of layering, double-flare pants and tiered crinoline ruffles draped from georgette took centre stage alongside stunning floor-length gowns that housed a delicate orchestra of beaded hems, styled effortlessly with chunky knitwear, scarves and an abundance of rings.
(Credit: Zimmermann)
When it came to volume, opulent outerwear offered playful proportions, especially through their jacquard coats with faux fur collars. High sheen, elongated bomber jackets, faux leather trimmed boucle pea coats, knitted ponchos and fringed capes filled the rest of the collection, with all eyes on the sherling coat, completed with patchwork and hand crochet braiding.
Straight from Italy, luxe wool suiting is present in clashing checks and paired with lurex knitwear, while denim got an upgrade with non-traditional details printed with zodiac symbols and finished with velvet and crystal embellishment. Another ode to the stars can be seen through the use of crescent moons, which appear on belt buckles, zippers and jewellery with no detail spared.
For a playful twist, polka dot puff dresses glint in gold and black hues, while shimmering tulle is draped in cascading stars, with individual embroidered zodiac discs. Exaggerated shoulders, fringe necklines and floating handkerchief hems were in abundance, proving that Zimmermannโs ethereal energy was ever present as always.
An homage to the sun, stars and moon at its finest.
Formarie claireโsfavourites from Zimmermannโs Fall 2022 collection, keep scrolling.
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The collections shown at New York Fashion Weekโs Autumn/Winter 2020 season were the last audience presentations before the pandemic turned the world on its head.
Now, exactly two years later, New York Fashion Weekโs Autumn/Winter season is back and weโre excited to see how our favourite emerging and established designers have evolved over the period, and of course provide all the inspiration we could ever need for our upcoming Autumn/Winter wardrobes.
With the apprehension of presenting a collection to a live audience after 18 months out of the way, weโre expecting the collections to be the full scale theatrics weโve come to associate fashion week with.
Given that NYFW marks the start of the month-long global fashion tour that will take us across the Atlantic and two separate continents, all in the name of style, it makes sense that the schedule leaves nothing to be desired.
While there are some notable absences from the official scheduleโmainly fashionโs favourite T(h)omโs, Browne and Fordโmany designers will once again return to a physical runway format.
With a jam packed week of virtual presentations, in real life shows and exhibitions, weโve rounded up below the designers youโll want to keep an eye on during NYFW.
Dion Lee
Sydney-native Dion Lee is finally returning to New York Fashion Week, and we couldnโt be more excited. Given Leeโs expert eye for androgynous apparel that reeks of sex appeal, weโre positive his cut-out corsets and sculpted silhouettes will be the coveted collection of the season.
Coach
Stuart Vevers is pioneering a streetwear revival for Coach, and weโre sure the brand will continue its youthful exploration of its New York heritage this season. With its unabashed โNew Yorkerโ attitude, weโre looking forward to seeing the label continue to traverse this new frontier.
Tory Burch
Regardless of the season, Tory Burch continues to cement herself as a champion of New York excellence, because we know that no one does it like Manhattan. Given that Burchโs Spring/Summer 2022 show was reminiscent of an old-school downtown block party, weโre letting our mind run wild to what New York icon sheโll be tapping into for inspiration this season.
Michael Kors
For a label thatโs been in business for over 40 years, Michael Kors shows no sign of slowing. Given that most of Korsโ Autumn/Winter collections are an homage to New York nightlife, weโre sure that this collection will be no different. Weโve already got our dancing shoes on.
Proenza Schouler
While Proenza Schouler has been a mainstay on New Yorkโs style scene since its debut, its recent collections have been somewhat of a reintroduction of what weโve come to love about the brand. Honestly, itโs refreshing to see a label resist the urge to embrace trends, rather staying true to what makes the contemporary womenswear label so covetable.
Peter Do
For an emerging brand, Peter Do certainly knows how to generate hype. Despite Do only ever presenting one collection in front of an audience, heโs already become an industry heavyweight with his simplistic colour palette and timeless silhouettes, a refreshing palate cleanser against the hustle and bustle of New York.
Alexander McQueen
Although Alexander McQueen isnโt officially on the schedule, the brand has announced theyโll be hosting their Autumn/Winter 2022 show in New York on March 15. Sarah Burtonโs Spring/Summer collection took the brand to new heights (literally), and with an exceptionally stylish crowd that included Naomi Campbell and Emilia Clarke, weโre sure this show will exceed every expectation.
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Weโve all found ourselves on a Friday night, trapped in a streaming site doom scroll at one point or another.
You know the one: struggling to land on a decision, you search and search until a you reach a point of frustration, give up and put on Pretty Woman for the 1000 time.
While weโre not here to stand in the way of your understandable love-affair with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, we can provide a little help.
Why not tune in to one of this yearโs Oscar-nominated flicks instead? Theyโve been given the tiny golden manโs tick of (pre-)approval, after all.
Scroll on for the details on which films are available to stream in Australia right now.
The Power Of The Dog
A well-revered and feared rancher torments his brotherโs new wife and son, until he finds himself suddenly exposed to the possibility of love.
About: As the only hearing member of her family, Ruby works hard to keep her loved ones afloat. But when she discovers a love for singing, and her duet partner, sheโs torn between passion and family.
The apocalyptic dark comedy with an all-star cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Timothรฉe Chalamet, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, Cate Blanchett and Ariana Grande, tells the story of a planet-destroying comet headed for Earth.
Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem transform into Hollywood power-couple Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz to tell the story of their romance, careers and hit television show.
Maggie Gyllenhaalโs directorial debut, The Lost Daughter is based on the novel by the same name and centres on Leda, an English professor holidaying in Greece, whose run-in with a mother and daughter leads to unsettling flashbacks from her childhood.
Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Mirandaโs feature directorial debut is based on the autobiographical musical by playwright Jonathan Larson telling the story of a New York composerโs struggles with work, love and friendship.
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Sofรญa Vergara has spoken candidly about her journey as a cancer survivor, opening up about how she was forced to battle the disease head on at the age of 28.
In honour of World Cancer Day 2022, the Modern Family actress took to Instagram to share her struggles with her 24.5 million followers.
She posted an old photo of herself, taken not long after she underwent surgery to remove thyroid cancer. Under the image, Vergaraโs caption reflected on how battling cancer became โpart of my storyโ and how itโs left her feeling lucky to be alive.
โAt 28, โcancerโ was not a word I expected to hear,โ Vergara wrote, referring to when she found out about her diagnosis of thyroid cancer.
โIt was just a routine checkup. But the doctors found a lump in my throat, and that word became part of my story.โ
โI spent countless hours in radiation treatments, and, eventually, in surgery,โ she wrote, adding, โToday, I get to call myself a cancer survivor.โ
(Credit: @sofiavergara)
In the image, Vergara draws attention to the visible scar on her throat, which reminded her of how blessed she felt that day.
โThis was my first acting class after diagnosis and treatment,โ she said. โAnd seeing the scar on my throat reminds me of how blessed I felt that dayโand every day since.โ
Overall, Vergara explained that she now feels โlucky and grateful to be in a position to share my story and say: early prevention is so important!!
The 49-year-old actress then urged her followers to maintain a regular medical schedule to keep an eye out for any concerning signs.
โSchedule your annual check up for this year if you havenโt already,โ she concluded.
The thyroid is a small, hormone-producing gland located on the lower front part of the neck. When it comes to diagnosis, there are several different types of thyroid cancer, with the most common being papillary thyroid cancer which typically grows in one lobe of the thyroid gland in about 70 to 80 per cent of cases, according to Cancer Council.
Following that, follicular thyroid cancer accounts for about 20 per cent of thyroid cancers, and less common is medullary thyroid cancer, anaplastic thyroid cancer and thyroid sarcoma orlymphoma. The Cancer Council website explains that the five year survival rate for thyroid cancer is 97 per cent.
If you or a loved one has battled thyroid cancer or if you simply want to help out, you can donate to The Australian Thyroid Foundation here.
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When it comes to Jennifer Lopez, itโs not difficult for her to leave us with dropped jaws during every red carpet appearance. And this time is no exception.
Attending the premiere of her latest rom-com Marry Me, Lopez walked down the aisle red carpet with boyfriend Ben Affleck by her side, looking gorgeous in an ivory wedding dress.
The Maid in Manhattan alum stunned in the lace, mini dress from Giambattista Valliโs โLoveโ collectionโthe fashion houseโs first bridal lineโthat featured full-length lace sleeves and a full skirt.
Accessorising the look, Lopez was adorned with Dior jewellery, Jimmy Choo shoes and a Dolce & Gabbana clutch, according to Page Six.
As for Affleck, he sported a black overcoat with a white button-up and navy trousers.
Lopez also touched on whatโs different in their relationship now, saying they have โbalanceโ in their lives and the โbenefit of experience and wisdom that they gained over the years.โ
โMarry Meโ will open in theaters and will be available to stream on Peacock on February 11.
(Credit: Getty Images)(Credit: Getty Images)
Of course, the wedding dress is on brand for Lopezโs latest film alongside Owen Wilson and Colombian musician Maluma. Marry Me follows superstar Kat Valdez, who is about to marry her fiancรฉ (Maluma) in front of loyal fans. However, upon discovering his unfaithful behaviour, she locks eyes with a stranger in the crowd (Owen Wilson) and marries him on the spot.
In a whirlwind romance of her own, Lopez and Affleck rekindled their famous relationship in 2021. Joining her on the red carpet, Affleck was packing on the PDA, affectionately giving Lopez a kiss on the head and hugging her.
Earlier, Lopez appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where she opened up about how she and Affleck never expected to get back together.
โYeah, I donโt think anyone was more surprised than us,โ she said. โNo, you never could [imagine it would become full circle], that something like that could happen. Itโs a beautiful thing.โ
When asked by DeGeneres if she was in love with Affleck, Lopez confirmed the rumours, replying with a simple, โitโs trueโ.
WATCH BELOW: Jennifer Lopez on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
โI donโt think we would have got back together if we thought that was where it was headed,โ she started.
โWe feel like what we found again is so much more important, and how we protect that and how we live our livesโwhat to share, what not to shareโis the balance that we have now.โ
โThe benefit of experience and the wisdom that we gained over the years.โ
Marry Meis making its cinematic release in Australia on February 10, 2022.
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Trigger warning: This article discusses suicide and might be triggering for some readers.
In early February 2022, a legislative reform to prevent religious schools from discriminating against or expelling students for being gay or gender diverse was introduced to government.
The amendment has been riddled with controversy and backlash due to what the current legislation stipulatesโwhile this week, amendments were made to protect gay students from this bill, it left trans students out in the cold.
Trans people have some of the highest rates of self-harm and suicide in the world, and a bill to discriminate against some of the most vulnerable people in Australiaโtrans childrenโprompted five government backbenchers cross the floor in support of proposed amendments.
It also saw an outpouring of personal stories, including from Liberal MP Trent Zimmerman, who called this week โone of the most difficult weeks of any in my time in parliamentโ.
Here, everything you need to know about the Religious Discrimination Bill and what it means for LGBTQI+ students.
What is the Religious Discrimination Bill?
The Religious Discrimination Bill 2022 has been introduced to government due to the provisions in the exisiting Sex Discrimination Act, which was last updated in 2013.
Section 38 of the act stipulates that a religious educational institution can legally discriminate against a person on the grounds of their sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or relationship status or pregnancy. They can do this as long as the discrimination is โin good faith in order to avoid injury to the religious susceptibilities of adherents of that religion or creedโ.
In 2013, the Labor government overhauled this section to protect people from being discriminated based on their sexual orientation and gender identity. But per The Sydney Morning Herald, exemptions for religious educational institutions were changed in order to include these people.
So why is it changing in 2022? Well, Prime Minister Scott Morrison promised changes to this bill, and given that itโs a federal election year, heโs attempting to tick this off quickly. The new Religious Discrimination Bill is adding a caveat stipulating that: โit is unlawful for a person to discriminate against a student on the ground of the studentโs sexual orientation by expelling the student on that groundโ.
The problem with this? It doesnโt include transgender, and all LGBTQI students.
So whatโs happened since it was introduced?
This week, the Morrison government introduced amendments that would protect gay students from this so-called โanti-discriminationโ bill, but would still allow religious schools to discriminate against gender diverse studentsโa.k.a. vulnerable young people who are realising they may be trans, non-binary, or gender non-confirming.
And while hundreds of thousands of people across Australia have vocalised their disgust at what this bill represents for the trans and LGTBTQI+ community, the Morrison Government has pushed forward to pass it into law.
On February 9, parliament sat through the night in order to pass the bill through the Lower House. But this didnโt happen without a battle.
No less than five Liberals crossed the floor to vote with Labor and the crossbench, which supported independent MP Rebekah Sharkieโs proposed amendment to abolish the right of religious institutions to discriminate against gay and transgender students.
Liberal MP Bridget Archer, who was one of the five to cross the floor, had previously said of the bill: โAfter so much progress, how did we get back to a place where we ignore the harm we place on children when we tell them they are โotherโ, โless thanโ and do not deserve rights and protections afforded to others? I fear it may risk lives.โ
Per the SMH, Morrison hoped the amendment to protect the rights of gay students would have been enough to appease the liberals who were on the fence (it clearly wasnโt, according to the five who switched).
Now the bill will proceed to the Senate, where it will ultimately be decided if the caveat will be passed into law without protection for trans or LGBTQI+ students.
Of course, this doesnโt mean itโs over. The bill was met with unrest from State Governments, with NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet saying, โIโve said from the outset when I was previously the Treasurer, when this bill was introduced, that I donโt believe itโs necessary to have this legislation,โ he said.
โWe havenโt needed it for over 100 years and I think in many ways it might create more problems than itโs trying to solve.โ
Meanwhile Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie also suggested the bill could face backlash in the Senate: โI will not be voting for it,โ she told Today.
Furthermore, the people of Australia certainly wonโt go down without a fight.
(Credit: Getty)
Where to protest against the Religious Discrimination Bill
Protests across Australia have already began, with the slogan #KillTheBill ringing out from all corners both in city centres, and across social media.
If you wish to attend a protest safely, below is a list of those that will go ahead over the coming days. Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra held protests earlier this week, and weโll update this list if any further protests are confirmed.
Adelaide: 5pm Friday, February 11 at Town Hall.
Sydney: 1pm Saturday, February 12 at Town Hall.
Perth: 12.30pm Saturday, February 12 at Perth Cultural Centre.
LGBTQI+ students and allies protest in Brisbane on February 2. (Credit: Getty)
If you or someone you know needs help you can call Lifeline on 131 114 or Beyondblue 1300 224 636.
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When it comes to Liam Neeson, the word โtakenโ hits differently than it does for the rest of us.
After starring in three high-grossing action films of the same name, Neeson has revealed that he recently โfell in loveโ with a woman who was โtakenโ in a different natureโthat is, sheโs currently in a relationship.
The Taken star headed to Melbourne in 2020 and spent several months filming his latest action flick, Blacklight. However, while he was there, the Love Actually star explained that he not only fell in love with our country, but also one of our citizens. Apparently taking place when Melbourne was enduring a stage four COVID-19 lockdown, it was then that his heart found another.
In an interview on Sunrise, Neeson hinted at his love quest with the showโs entertainment editor Nelson Aspen, leaving the rest to viewersโ imaginations.
โI loved Melbourne. I loved our Australian crew, they are fantastic workers,โ he said.
โEvery department was superb. They were their own people, do you know what I mean? They had a great sense of humour,โ he added, smiling.
โI made a couple of palsโฆ I fell in love, but she was taken.โ
Liam Neeson is back on the big screen in #Blacklight, a new action thriller filmed in Australia! @NelsonAspen spoke to the star about why he "thoroughly enjoyed" his two weeks in hotel quarantine and the mystery Melbourne woman he "fell in love" with ๐ pic.twitter.com/LLX1M2bJ0j
As soon as the words left his mouth, both morning talk show hosts implored to know more, admittedly saying that theyโre โintriguedโ by his confession. Host David โKochyโ Koch then asked those watching at home to โgive us some hintsโ, if any of them knew โthe lady involvedโ over on their Facebook page. So far, the mystery woman is yet to be found.
While falling in love should always be something to celebrate, in this case, itโs especially so. Neeson has steered clear from the dating scene since the death of his wife, actress Natasha Richardson in 2009. Passing away at the age of 45, she suffered an epidural hematoma, two days after she hit her head during a skiing lesson in Quebec, Canada.
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In 2014, Neeson opened up about his late wifeโs unexpected death to Anderson Cooper, explaining that doctors informed him that the accident left her clinically brain dead.
โShe was on life supportโฆ I went in to her and I told her I loved her. I said, โSweetie, youโre not coming back from this, youโve banged your head,โโ he explained.
โShe and I had made a pact, if any of us got into a vegetative state that weโd pull the plug. That was my immediate thought, โOkay, these tubes have to go. Sheโs gone.โโ
The couple were married in 1994 and share two sons together, Micheรกl and Daniel. Since her death, Neeson has only notable dated British publicist, Freya St Johnston, however, the pair called it quits after two years together.
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Warning: This article contains major spoilers to season 2 of Netflixโs Sweet Magnolias
A long 21 months ago, Sweet Magnolias aired its first season finaleโand left us screaming at our screens, โWho was in the car?!โ.
Now, the cult-favourite Netflix original has finally returned for its second season, with Maddie, Helen and Dana Sue bringing us (mentally) back to the sweet Southern town of Serenity.
And while our most burning questions from Sweet Magnoliasโ first season were answered, by the time we reached the seasonโs end, fans were left just as confused from the next cliffhanger ending.
In season two, Maddie was dealt even more blows following the car crash, which saw her sons Ty and Kyle sent to hospital. For Ty, an injury to his arm saw his baseball career put to the side and Kyle, he endured a long recovery after the crash. But for Maddie, it was also her new partner Calโand his penchant for angerโwho left her stressed. For Helen, tender topics around fertility and a lie she told her long-term love Ryan come back to haunt her, while Dana Sue discovers Isaacโs birth parents and rekindles with her former flame, Ronnieโall while dealing with a stalker.
Naturally, that major cliffhanger in the final episode left fans scrambling for answers and hoping for a third season to find out what happens next.
Below, we explain what the Sweet Magnolias season 2 ending actually meant, and whether a third season is on the way.
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What happened at the end of Sweet Magnolias season 2?
Throughout the second season, it seemed as if Cal and Maddieโs relationship was unbreakable. But by the end of the season, there was trouble in paradise.
Calโs former anger issues came to the surface, continuing to have trouble keeping his temper throughout the season. However, it all came to a head in the finale when an obsessive fan rocked up at Sullivanโs, and Cal punched him.
For Bill Townsend, Maddieโs ex-husband, he discovers that he is actually the father of Isaac. On the hunt for his birth parents, Isaac discovers that his biological mother was a local journalist named Peggy, while his father was Bill, who had a brief fling with Peggy before he chose to make a life with his childhood sweetheart, Maddie.
Making matters worse, Billโs ex-girlfriend, Noreen, gave birth to their daughter, Rebecca, and decided to move in with Isaac.
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For Bill and Maddieโs children, they had love-riddled backstories of their own. Kyle finally finds the courage to ask Nellie (Jacksonโs sister) on a date. However, Nellie declines because her mother, Mary Vaughn, wonโt allow her. Their mother also doesnโt let Jackson date Annie, but he tells her that heโll defy his parents just to be with her. Then, of course, Ty is dealing with life without baseball while also harbouring feelings for Annie.
Then thereโs Helen, the second member of the Serenity trio. After miscarrying early in the season, she opts for IVF treatment which leads her to experience dips in emotional and physical health. During this, her ex-partner Ryan returns to attend the funeral of his aunt, Miss Frances, and ends up back in Helenโs life.
For Dana Sue, sheโs been enduring massive life changes of her own. Upon Miss Francesโ death, she finds out that she has been left a rather hefty sum from the will, leaving her to figure out why. With her love life, Dana Sue and her estranged husband, Ronnie, reunite after they split due to his infidelity. But itโs the final moments of the episode that left fans the most confused.
At the wake, a woman confronts Annie, aggressively telling her that her mother is a โlife ruinerโ. Later, that same woman can be seen on camera puncturing the tyres of the Sullivanโs company van. Strange, no?
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Sweet Magnolias season 2 ending explained
After lashing out on a fan at Sullivanโs, Cal gets into deeper trouble with Mary on his trail. Offended that Cal has been favouring Maddieโs son, Ty, over hers as their baseball coach, the last straw was when Maddie, Helen and Dana Sue campaign to have the mayor (her husband) recalled. In retaliation, Mary digs up dirt on Calโs anger management issues, and in conjunction with the altercation, he is fired from the high school and is seemingly arrested. So not only is his career hanging on by a thread, but so is his relationship with Maddie who dislikes his violent nature.
For Helen, her love life has left her in shambles. With Ryan confessing that he wants her back, he also admits that he hasnโt put her through enough, declaring that he finally wants to start a family with her. Of course, this poses an issue after Helen never told Ryan about her miscarriage and fertility issues, as well as her new relationship with Erik.
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But in the last few minutes of the episode, Erik is trying to frantically reach Helen as Cal is being arrested but sheโs distracted by Ryan proposing to her outside of The Corner Spa. Who will she choose? Well, weโll have to wait and see.
As for Dana Sue, her predicaments end with a huge question mark looming over them. Unsure of why Miss Frances left her so much money, fans also never have the question answered for them. But the more pressing issue in Dana Sueโs life is the mystery stalker whoโs hot on her trail.
After intimidating her daughter and ruining her company van, Dana Sue shows the absurd footage of the woman to Maddie and Helen. The three all recognise her, worryingly glance at each other and announce that โsheโs backโ.
But whoโs this infamous โsheโ? Well, the ladies may know but fans wonโt find out until next season.
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Will there be a third season of Sweet Magnolias?
Speaking of, Sweet Magnolias has not been renewed for a third season by Netflix yet. However, given its immediate rise to the top trending spot on the streaming platform, weโre hedging bets that we can expect to see a third instalment of the Serenity ladies.
Besides, after all these cliffhanger endings, open plot holes and that proposal, thereโs no way our questions will go unanswered. And fans are almost certain that a third season announcement is looming around the corner.
In the meantime, you can sip margaritas and re-watch Sweet Magnolias on Netflixhere. If youโre looking to start a new show in a similar vein, check out our list of recommendationshere.
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Trigger Warning: this article deals with sexual assault and may be triggering to some readers.
Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins have delivered two of the most powerful speeches to ever be heard at the National Press Club, holding no punches as they delivered a scathing takedown of Scott Morrisonโs government and its handling of sexual violence and abuse.
Delivered back to back, Tame and Higginsโwho have become fierce friends and allies through their activismโspoke to different failures of the Morrison government and public more broadly.
โThe parliament of Australia is safe and secure, except if you are a woman,โ Higgins said, drawing on her own experiences of alleged rape within parliament house and the msimanagement by the government afterwards.
Tame, meanwhile, revealed she had been asked not to say โanything damningโ about the Prime Minister during her Australian of the Year duties, while also taking aim at members of the public who claim she seduced her abuser.
โThe police found a trophy file of students both in uniform and topless on his computer, all of whom either came from broken homes like me or lived in at the boarding house away from their families, and among the items that were assumed to be mine at that were given back to me after the investigation was an envelope full of my own hair,โ she told a silent room.
โBut, sure, I was the predator. It was all my fault.โ
Their speeches came one day after Morrison made a formal apology to victims of sexual harassment, assault and bullying in parliament. In his speech, he apologised directly to Higgins, despite the fact that she received a last minute invite to sit in for the historic moment.
โI am sorry. We are sorry. I am sorry to Ms Higgins for the terrible things that took place here. And the place that should have been a place for safety and contribution, turned out to be a nightmare.โ
His words, Brittany and Grace reiterated today, were not enough.
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Brittany Higginsโ speech
Higgins began her speech: โThe parliament of Australia is safe, is secure. Unless youโre a woman.โ
โSexual harassment and bullying is rife in the corridors of power,โ she said, adding that while she earnestly thanks the Prime Minister for his statement of acknowledgement and apology offered to victims of abuse in the national parliament, more needs to be done.
โIt was encouraging, and an important sentiment, but I am cognisant that, at this point in time, they are still only words. Actions are what matter. And what will be the true test of whether the government is committed to creating systemic changeโ task forces are great. Codes of conduct are important. But only if itโs paired with institutional change.โ
She also described how last yearโs March 4 Justice was a โnational moment of reckoningโ, an โirresistible forceโ.
โBut I stand here today fearful that this moment of transformative potential, the bravery of all those women who spoke up and stood up and said โEnough is enoughโ is in danger of being minimised to a flare-up, a blip on the radar, a month-long wonder in the national conversation.
โOr worse, just a political perception problem neutralised and turned into a net positive.โ
She also discussed the โpassiveโ language pertaining to sexual violence in the national conversation.
โWe have this passive, anonymous language vaguely talking about โwrongs doneโ as if sexual violence falls out of the sky. As if it is perpetrated by no-one. As if it is inflicted on no-one.
โFor a start, recognising thereโs a problem is 50 years short of whatโs required. And the women and girls of Australia deserve so much better than an improvement in the way that we publicly discuss the dangers that they face at home and in their daily lives.โ
โI may have been naive but, up until 2021, I truly didnโt realise that gender was still a defining feature of my humanity. I thought of myself as a university student. A government employee. An Australian. But I have now been forced to come to terms with the fact that my gender is still a key feature of my personhood to some people,โ she added.
Higgins said any change in the conversation will start with the Prime Minister
โBut his words wouldnโt matter if his actions had measured up. Then, or since.โ
โThe plan laments wistfully that more needs to be done, but if it is more of the same compounded by a refusal to examine the past failures, let alone examine them, then this plan will not be worth the glossy paper it will eventually be printed on and Australian women and children will suffer through another decade of violence and abuse while politicians and policy-makers wring their hands about the fact that we need to turn things around in 2040.โ
She concluded her speech: โI know change is possible, and as long as there are people like Grace Tame and Rosie Batty and the amazing team at the Global Institute For Womenโs Leadership, I know that change is coming.
โIt is up to us to keep those in power up to account. To take up the challenge, we each have a responsibility to one another and have a role to play in making things better for the next generation of women.
As she finished, she received a standing ovation from everyone in the room.
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Grace Tameโs speech
Grace began her speech discussing her harrowing experience of being sexually assaulted as a child, something to this day, she continues to be doubted for.
โJust the other day, someone online called me a horrible, horrible person who aggressively pursued her teacher and then blamed everyone else.โ
The former Australian of the Year was visibly emotional as she detailed who her teacher was and his history of abuse.
โI have spoken with three others he took advantage of before my time, and countless other women and men who bore witness to his predatory behaviour during his 18 year tenure who, now wishing they hadnโt, turned a blind eye, who, now wishing they hadnโt, smiled through it.โ
She added: โThe police found a trophy file of students both in uniform and topless on his computer, all of whom either came from broken homes like me or lived in at the boarding house away from their families, and among the items that were assumed to be mine at that were given back to me after the investigation was an envelope full of my own hair.โ
โBut, sure, I was the predator. It was all my fault,โ she told the silent room.
โIf I can still be shamed into believing that today, it is no wonder that even amid this national reckoning, with all the empowerment it has generated for survivors, many still remain hesitant to publicly come forward with their stories.โ
Then, Tame turned to the Prime Minister, describing an alleged threat from a senior member of a โgovernment funded organisationโ she received several months after she became Australian Of The Year.
โ[They asked] for my word that I would not say anything damning about the Prime Minister on the evening of the next Australian of the Year Awards. โYou are an influential person. He will have a fear,โ they said. A fear? What kind of fear? I asked myself. A fear for our nationโs most vulnerable? A fear for the future of our plan? And then I heard the words, โwith an election coming soonโฆโโ.
Tame also referenced to Morrionโs apology yesterday, saying that the government needs to take full responsibility: โAbuse culture will continue to thrive inside parliament, setting a corrupt standard for the rest of the nation. It rots from the top. And by โfull responsibilityโ, I mean proactive, preventative measures โ not these reactive, band-aid, electioneering stunts like acknowledging past harm at the last minute. If you donโt take a strong stance to condemn abuse, you enable it.โ
โI am here because I made a conscious decision to stand up to evil, and I have been calling out injustice ever sinceโฆ So, why put my reputation on the line? Because when we act with integrity, the tide rises with us.โ
Cheers from the crowd rung out as Tame added: โWhen we act with integrity, we set a more esteemed bar for those who take our place. In any event, I would rather go down as a disappointment to an institution than sell out as a pandering political puppet to the corrupt forces that coercively control it.โ
She then requested three key asks from the government.
โThe first is for a government that takes the issue of abuse in all its forms seriously.
โThe second is for the implementation of adequate funding for prevention education to stop these things before they even start.
โThe third is for national, consistent, structural change,โ she added, explaining that the language around child sexual abuse should be consistent and reflect the trauma associated with it.
Referencing the ACTโs Family Violence Legislation Amendment Bill which was introduced to the Legislative Assembly in November: โOne of the key amendments in the bill, which we called for on 12 November, is to change the name of the offence โsexual relationship with a childโ to โpersistent sexual abuse of a childโ.โ
โNow, whilst I commend the ACT on overhauling these laws, we need to ensure that every state and territory adopts the best-practice model of not only the charge itself, but the complete wording of the legislation.โ
She finished her speech by saying that structural change is key here.
โWithout structural change, we will continue to be at the mercy of systems that override them.โ
If you are experiencing sexual abuse or other unwanted behaviour, please contact Full Stop Australia.
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The Tinder Swindler has captured the attention of viewers everywhere with its terrifying portrayal of the dangers of online dating, but itโs also raised some very important questions about online safety. For many of us, a bad date usually involves stale conversation or an awkward kiss at the front door, but for these women, it involved being scammed out of a quarter of a million dollars.
Fooled by notorious conman, Shimon Hayut (who is also known by several different names), he used the dating app Tinder to meet women and scam them out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Claiming to be the son of a wealthy diamond magnate, the Israel-born, convicted fraudster would establish lines of credit and loans in these womenโs names, leaving them holding the bills.
How did the Tinder Swindler scam people?
Hayut would carry out a carefully performed pattern of behaviour with multiple different women. After matching with them on the app, he would take them out on an unbelievably lavish date (one of which involved a private jet) in order to woo them. His accusers claim that he would then confide in them that he was worried about a group of โenemiesโ which were supposedly after him. He would then send a photo of his bodyguard who appeared to be bleeding from injuries to cement his story.
After this, he would urgently message each woman to say that his credit card couldnโt be used for security reasons, and convinced them to take out a new card in his name. From there, it was game on for him, and game over for his victims.
According to The Times Of Israel, Hayut is estimated to have stolen around $10 million. He would evade repayment by threatening and evading his victims, and was known to send bizarre voice messages on WhatsApp.
Things eventually came crashing down when a publication named VGpublished an expose where they named Hayut, quickly alerting his victims to the scam. One of his long-term girlfriends Ayleen Koeleman found the piece, and decided to turn the tables on him. She convinced him to sell his designer clothes to make some extra money, and ended up keeping the cash herself as payback. She then discovered that Hayut was flying to Greece and handed his flight details over to the authorities. He was arrested in 2019 and sentenced to 15 months in prison for fraud soon after. He was also forced to pay over $43,000 to his victims in compensation.
Unfortunately, Hayut was released after serving only five months due to the pandemic, and it seems he might still be up to his old tricks.
Where is Shimon Hayut now?
After being released from prison, Hayut is still living freely in Israel and is now running a business mentoring program. Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom are still seeking to charge him for fraud, but itโs unclear what the progress is.
Hayut still maintains his innocence, claiming that he didnโt scam anyone and that his victims handed over their money by their own free will. Speaking to ABC Nightline in 2019, he said the entire situation was nothing more than โa loan between friends that went southโ.
โThey used me for my life, they got expensive gifts and everything, in other words gold diggers,โ he added. โWhen I ask help they agreed to help and they know that I have some problems. I didnโt run from no one, itโs all fake news and lies,โ he said.
In the wake of the Tinder documentary, Hayut deleted his Instagram account but was rumoured to have garnered over 200,000 followers just prior. Before the big delete, Hayut said he would be back shortly to tell his side of the story, and asked everyone to keep an โopen mind and heart.โ
Hayut has also been banned from Tinder and Tinderโs parent company, Match Group (which owns several other dating apps). It seems he might not need one, however, as heโs currently dating Kate Konlin, an Israeli model. Speaking to Israeli magazine, Mako, Kate says that Shimon has been nothing but honest with her, and even made a comment which suggests she doesnโt believe the allegations made against him.
โHe did not hide anything from me, it was important to him that I know everything about him from the beginning,โ she told the publication. โListen, the sums they said he stung were equal to the gifts he buys me on Saturday. Itโs absurd, why should he take a girl for tens of thousands when he spends such a sum as a matter of routine? It does not make sense.โ
Where are the victims of the Tinder Swindler?
Throughout the documentary, we hear the stories of three different victims.
The first, is Cecilie Fjellhรธy, a Norwegian woman currently residing in London. She admits that she was completely smitten she met Leviev on Tinder, and was blown away by the five-star hotels and private jet experiences he took her on. After she ended up maxing out several credit cards and taking on costly personal loans to protect the man she believed she loved, his evil plan eventually came to light. Cecilie admits that after finding out the truth, she checked herself into a psychiatric hospital to protect her own wellbeing. She still lives in London and has promoted the documentary on her personal Instagram, but is unfortunately still in a lot of debt. She has created a joint GoFundMe along with his other victims to recover some of this money.
The second victim is Swedish-native, Pernilla Sjรถholm, who claims that she was never romantically involved with Leviev, but still suffered financially from his scams. While the pair met on Tinder, according to her they were nothing more than close friends, who travelled together on various vacations, including one to Mykonos. While there, he took her to the most expensive clubs and restaurants, refusing to let her pay for anything. What she didnโt know, was that he was using Cecilieโs money to fund these vacations. He still scammed her out of tens of thousands, and threatened her if she ever revealed his plans to the authorities, or attempted to meddle in them herself. Luckily, she connected with Cecilie, and the pair became close friends. Pernilla is also part of the GoFundMe.
The third victim is fashion executive Ayleen Koeleman, who uncovered Levievโs scam through the VG expose. Following this, she managed to scam the scammer and ultimately had him apprehended in Greece. Ayleen isnโt on social media, so little is known about her, but sheโs also listed on the GoFundMe page.
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Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins are two of the most prominent voices in calling for systemic change in how we respond to sexual abuse. In their Women of the Year cover interview with marie claire Australia, the two women talk about their fierce friendship and the role of activism in their lives.
Brittany on Grace
In a lot of ways, Grace and I have coursed the same journey. Meeting someone your own age (weโre both 26 years old and born only a few weeks apart), who understands what youโre going through, the lingering impacts of past trauma and who shares your passion, is truly rare. I think thatโs why we became such firm friends so quickly.
Grace is an absolute powerhouse. She has this focused, tenacious energy that Iโve never encountered in another human being. A morning person who will fit in a run, an F45 class and make breakfast before most people even get up. Not only does she speak with such a depth of knowledge about child sexual abuse and gendered violence but she does it in a way that is incredibly accessible to a wide range of people. Grace has the ability to translate government policy or academic research in a way that really resonates with everyday Australians. Itโs an incredible gift and something that has already brought about significant changes across the country.
Hands down, my favourite thing about Grace is that sheโs completely unafraid of owning every aspect of who she is. There is a beautiful, raw, unfiltered quality about her that I think people find so refreshing. Whether sheโs laughing about her now-erased DIY penny tattoo or making pointed jokes about politicians to their faces, Grace has absolutely no pretences about herself. In a world obsessed with perfection, she really embraces the people around her โ and herself โ for who they truly are. There is no-one I trust more to celebrate my wins with or just ugly cry to. Sheโs a wonder.
Grace on Brittany
I have huge admiration for Brittany. Funnily enough Iโd say she has more grace than I do โ Iโm a bit faster and looser, with a cheeky sense of humour that sometimes gets me into trouble. But thatโs who I am and I believe in authenticity. She has a lot more poise. Iโm constantly awed by her diplomacy, even in the face of the unforgivable treatment sheโs received by the powers that be.
Brittany and I actually didnโt meet until the day of the National Summit on Womenโs Safety in early September this year. But our connection was immediate. I was with my partner, Max, and she was with her partner, David, and we all got along like a house on fire.
Although our stories are quite different, there are some strong parallels, especially when it comes to the institution prioritising its own image over individuals, and the depths they are prepared to sink to. Itโs obscene and itโs abuse of power.
Brittany is fiercely intelligent, and her ability to articulate the situation and maintain diplomacy in the face of total ugliness and abhorrent behaviour is incredible. It goes without saying that sheโs also amazingly brave.
Doing the marie claire shoot together in Brisbane was so much fun and has cemented our friendship. The four of us have a group chat going now that weโve called Kevinโs Grandkids (after they caught up with former PM Kevin Rudd).
Brittany has a huge time ahead of her because the odds are stacked against survivors. Thereโs so many forms of legal silencing and abuse of power. Iโm concerned she is not going to get justice but of course that doesnโt mean she shouldnโt be believed or supported.
Iโm loyal to a fault, so Iโll put my neck on the line for any of my friends and that includes Brittany. She is family to me now.
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Adele has sparked engagement rumours after a memorable red carpet appearance at Londonโs BRIT Awards on Tuesday evening.
The iconic 33-year-old singer was in her absolute element posing on the red carpet before she performed at the ceremonyโa feat she flew last minute from her current home in the US to do after postponing her Las Vegas residency last week.
The rare appearance at the BRITs was exciting enough in its own right, not least because of the stunning black velvet custom Armani gown she wore. But it was the sparkling accessory on her left-hand ring finger that really got people talking.
The singerโs huge diamond ring was hard to miss, with people immediately assuming it was from her current boyfriend, Rich Paul.
Could this be one of the greatest celebrity engagement reveals of all timeโฆ?
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Just last week, the singer confirmed their relationship was alive and well after several tabloids claimed the pair had called it quits.
Adele clapped back at the rumours by telling her fans: โOh, and Rich sends his love.โ Queen behaviour.
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Adele and Paul were first romantically linked in May 2021 when the successful sports agent told a reporter from The New Yorker that heโd been โhanging outโ with a major pop star.
A couple of months later, they were seen attending a basketball game in LA together, and by September, Adele soft launched her new beau via Instagram with a carousel featuring an image of the pair attending a friendโs wedding together.
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In October, Adele opened up to Vogue about their relationship, telling the magazine, โI just love being around him. I just love it. He was like, โWhat are people going to say?โ And I was like, โThat you signed me. As an athlete. Youโre my agent.โ And he was like, โOK, cool.'โ
If their engagement is confirmed, this will no doubt inspire a big part of Adeleโs next album (35 anyone?).
And while her latest album release, 30 was largely about moving on from her divorce with ex-husband Simon Konecki, weโre at least betting the next will be more about falling in love rather than falling out of it. Stay tunedโฆ
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During last yearโs Academy Awards, the world bore witness to many history-making moments.
From Chloรฉ Zhao becoming the first woman of colour to win Best Director to Frances McDormand howling at the moon, there was plenty thatโll go down in the history books. So this year, all eyes are on the 2022 Oscars nominations to begin making bets as to who will take home the coveted gold statue.
This time around, the most notable recognition of work goes to Australian royalty, Nicole Kidman, for her stellar performance as Lucille Ball in Being The Ricardos. Given that the film received critical acclaim and endless praise, thereโs no wonder why our former marie claire cover star could take out the top spot in the Best Actress categoryโand weโll definitely have our fingers crossed.
Joining her is first-time Oscar nominee Kristen Stewart for her role as the late Princess Diana in Spencer. But while audiences felt yet another Diana biopic was unnecessaryโespecially so soon after Emma Corrinโs incredible performance in The Crownโit was made clear from the get-go that Stewartโs work as the late Princess deserved an accolade. And now, she may just get one.
"WOW I wish Pablo and I were in the same country today. I wish I could see his face. I am speechless & humbled this morning. I am bowled over by this. I never thought in a thousand years Iโd be in the company of these 4 incredible women."
However, while many highly praised filmsโhello, The Lost Daughterโdid receive the recognition it deserved, it was hard to forget the notable work that were snubbed. When the nominations were released, all eyes peeled the names to see House Of Gucci, but alas, the only nod itโs receiving is a nomination for Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
Despite Lady Gaga and Adam Driverโs fantastic performance or the filmโs adapted screenplay from real life events, it apparently wasnโt enough to score a nod from the Academy.
As for when weโll find out the winners, the 94th Academy Awards are set to air on Monday, March 28 from 11am AEST.
Below, you can find the full list of the Oscars 2021 nominees. Place your bets now!
Best Supporting Actor
Ciarรกn Hinds (Belfast)
Troy Kotsur (CODA)
Jesse Plemons (The Power of the Dog)
J.K. Simmons (Being the Ricardos)
Kodi Smit-McPhee (The Power of the Dog)
Best Supporting Actress
Jessie Buckley (The Lost Daughter)
Ariana DeBose (West Side Story)
Judi Dench (Belfast)
Kirsten Dunst (The Power of the Dog)
Aunjanue Ellis (King Richard)
Best Animated Short Film
Affairs of the Art
Bestia
Boxballet
Robin Robin
The Windshield Wiper
Best Costume Design
Cruella
Cyrano
Dune
Nightmare Alley
West Side Story
Best Live Action Short Film
Ala KachuuโTake and Run
The Dress
The Long Goodbye
On My Mind
Please Hold
Best Original Score
Donโt Look Up, Nicholas Britell
Dune, Hans Zimmer
Encanto, Germaine Franco
Parallel Mothers, Alberto Iglesias
The Power of the Dog, Jonny Greenwood
Best Sound
Belfast
Dune
No Time to Die
The Power of the Dog
West Side Story
Best Adapted Screenplay
CODA, Siรขn Heder
Drive My Car, Ryรปsuke Hamaguchi, Takamasa Oe
Dune,Jon Spaihts, Denis Villeneuve, Eric Roth
The Lost Daughter, Maggie Gyllenhaal
The Power of the Dog, Jane Campion
Best Original Screenplay
Belfast, Kenneth Branagh
Donโt Look Up, Adam McKay, David Sirota
King Richard, Zach Baylin
Licorice Pizza, Paul Thomas Anderson
The Worst Person in the World, Eskil Vogt, Joachim Troer
Best Actor in a Leading Role
Javier Bardem (Being the Ricardos)
Benedict Cumberbatch (The Power of the Dog)
Andrew Garfield (Tick, TickโฆBoom!)
Will Smith (King Richard)
Denzel Washington (The Tragedy of Macbeth)
Best Actress in a Leading Role
Jessica Chastain (The Eyes of Tammy Faye)
Olivia Colman (The Lost Daughter)
Penรฉlope Cruz (Parallel Mothers)
Nicole Kidman (Being the Ricardos)
Kristen Stewart (Spencer)
Best Animated Feature Film
Encanto
Flee
Luca
The Mitchells vs. the Machines
Best Cinematography
Dune, Greig Fraser
Nightmare Alley, Dan Laustsen
The Power of the Dog, Ari Wegner
The Tragedy of Macbeth, Bruno Delbonnel
West Side Story, Janusz Kamiลski
Best Documentary Feature
Ascension
Attica
Flee
Summer of Soul (โฆOr, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and fiancรฉe Jason Statham are now parents to two.
The British model announced that she had welcomed a baby girl early on Wednesday morning with an Instagram post featuring a wicker bassinet and the sweet name they picked out: โIsabella James Statham ๐ผ๐ผ 2.2.22,โ she wrote, the angel emoji seemingly representing the dateโs angel numbers.
Isabella will be little sister to Huntington-Whiteley and Stathamโs 4-year-old son, Jack Oscar.
โTaaa daahhh !! ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐ป #round2,โ the 34-year-old wrote.
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The couple have been together for more than 10 years after they first met on the set of 2010 film, Transformers: Dark of the Moon. They went red carpet official in 2011 and in 2016, they announced they were engaged.
A couple of years later, they welcomed their first child Jack.
โI think [Jack]โs the cutest thing in the world, and I want to scream it from the rooftops. Motherhood is just a wonderful journey of many ups and downs โฆ every day there is a new set of challenges and a new set of triumphs,โ Huntington-Whiteley told PEOPLEin 2019.
Huntington-Whiteley has also spoken about her and her 54-year-old fiancรฉeโs decision to not rush into marriage.
โWeโre looking forward to that time. Itโs also not a huge priority for us; weโre so happy,โ she previously told media.
โI think it will be fun to do it when the babyโs grown up a bit and he can be involved in the wedding.โ
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What Sydney is to surf-culture and paired back dressing, Melbourne is to dynamic, edgy andโat timesโdark glamour.
Thatโs why when the Melbourne Fashion Festival rolls around each year, weโre privy to a spectacle of stunning designs, inspired by the cityโs iconic street style.
This year, the countryโs largest consumer facing fashion event will showcase the best local talent on offer. Hosted over ten days, from March 3-12, the festival will see a myriad of unprecedented fashion events, including several runway shows, shopping events, styling sessions and industry seminars that champion Melbourneโs designers and creative communities.
The festival will also see the launch of the inaugural โMob in Fashionโ industry pathways program for First Nations talent. The course was developed in tandem with leading Indigenous model Nathan McGuire and aims to support emerging creatives with ongoing support, training opportunities and sustainable employment.
Our highlight? The show weโre hosting, of course. Held in partnership with Samsung, Runway 2 will see Australian designers Aje, bassike, Lee Mathews, Oroton, Viktoria & Woods, Nevenka, Anna Quan and Alemais put on a show like no other.
Hosted at the heart of Melbourneโs fashion scene, Federation Square, this collection presentation is set to mark a new chapter for Australian design. Itโll be an evening of refined sophistication and elemental rawnessโdefinitely not one to be missed.
Tickets had initially sold out, but thanks to easing Victorian government restrictions, an additional number of tickets were released โ better snap one up quick before they sell again.
Each ticket comes with gift bag valued at $100, featuring products from the likes of ELEVEN Australia and Lancรดme.
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Warning: The following article contains major spoilers to The Sinner season 4.
If you avidly watched every season of The Sinner since its Jessica Biel inception, youโll no doubt have felt invested in the explosive events and revelations that led to the final episode of season four.
Yes, the season (and series) finale was a real mind-bender, with detective Ambrose finally getting to the bottom of the mystery surrounding Percy Muldoon, a resident of the sleepy Maine-based village where the series is set.
And while all the answers were seemingly revealed in that epic finale, there was an awful lot to take in at once. Here, we recount exactly what happened, and what it all meant.
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What happened at the end of The Sinner season 4?
Season fourโs plot began with detective Ambrose (Bill Pullman) finally choosing to hand in the tools and take a breather after a whirlwind (not to mention exhausting career) solving crimes, and particularly in order to deal with Jamie Burnsโ death in season 3โsomething he continues to feel guilty about.
He travels to a quiet town in Maine where he hopes to find some peace and quiet. But it seems the mystery follows Ambrose more than he chases it, because he quickly becomes involved in another potential crime.
This time, it surrounds the disappearance of local woman Percy Muldoon (Alice Kremelberg).
As it turns out, Percyโs wider family have a whole stash of secrets to add to the mystery. As Ambrose speaks to the ghost of Percy (who is a figment of his imagination), he learns that the Muldoonโs were involved in a human trafficking ring.
In the final episode, it is revealed that Percy had shot dead Bo, the eldest son of rival family, the Lamโs. Bo had been stealing from the Muldoons, and when he got into a violent altercation with Percyโs family, she saved them by shooting him dead.
The Muldoonโs tried to keep Lam family quiet about the murder by giving them fishing permits. They also offered up their own fishing island as a gravesite for Bo.
But two years later, Percy remained wracked with guilt. Itโs here that we learn she chose to end her own life by throwing herself off a cliff. In the final scene, Ambrose is seen talking to the woman in his subconscious as he stands on the same cliff.
The Sinner season 4 ending explained
Once itโs confirmed that Percy died by suicide, the final scene reveals Ambrose and Percy (who is still a figment of his imagination) having a final chat at the cliff.
Ambrose is still deeply effected by his own past and guilt, however his location and discussion with Percy isnโt a sign that he intends to meet the same fate as her.
When Percy asks him if he could see another way to deal with his guilt, Ambrose tells her that he can. Itโs a symbolic full-circle moment ultimately proving that he is beginning to move on and process everything thatโs happened.
Speaking to TV Line, the showโs executive producer Derek Simonds explained that he had always imagined this would be how Ambroseโs story came to an end.
โSeason 4 was a welcome opportunity to fully complete Ambroseโs journeyโฆ I always imagined that Season 4 would close his trajectory in a (hopefully) satisfying way. That was always the intention,โ he said.
Simonds continued: โIn Season 4, I was very interested in crafting a season around the theme of guiltโwhat we do with it and how it festers if we donโt process itโฆ the weight on Ambrose and what ultimately will shake him out of that burden and redeem him.โ
Will there ever be a season five of The Sinner?
The show hasnโt been renewed and Simonds has confirmed that heโs not working on another season, but (and this is a big but), he isnโt saying no to revisiting Ambroseโs life a few years down the track.
โI could definitely [revisit] the show. I think that would be a fun experience, after some time, to revisit the character,โ he told TV Line.
However, he did reiterate that if there were more seasons straight after the most recent one, the show would be in danger of repeating itself with โdiminishing returnsโ.
He then added: โBut I love the idea of working with Bill again, and revisiting this world that Iโve lived in for the past five years and have really cherished, so Iโm always open to that.โ
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Maid star Margaret Qualley is on the fast track to take over Hollywood. Her latest move? Starring and executive producing the highly-anticipated psychological thriller The End of Getting Lost.
While the film is currently in early development, the project already has industry heavyweights attached to it, including Dakota Johnson, who will serve as producer, and Turkish director Deniz Gamze Ergรผven.
According to Deadline, Paul Mescal is currently in discussion to appear alongside Qualley in the film.
Mescal and Johnson have previously worked together on Maggie Gyllenhaalโs directorial debut The Lost Daughter, with Johnson revealing to Vogue that sheโs โa super fanโ and considers him a โheavenly beingโ.
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While weโre not sure whether Johnson will have any screen timeโshe has already starred in her fair share of thrillers, including European horror Suspiriaโgiven Qualley and Mescalโs respective performances in Maid and Normal People, weโre catapulting this to the top of our โmust watchโ list.
Keep scrolling below for everything we know about the upcoming film.
What Is โThe End Of Getting Lostโ About?
The End Of Getting Lost is based on the upcoming novel of the same name, written by Robin Kirman. Much like the book, the film will follow newly wed couple Gina and Duncan as they honeymoon through Europe in the 1990s.
While this synopsis sounds ideal at first, the film takes a dark turn when Gina gets a mysterious head injury that causes her to lose memory of her marriage entirely.
Per the official synopsis, the story then โtoggles between past and present โ and husband and wife โ to uncover a portrait of loveโs powers and dangers. As the two hop borders across Europe, their former lives threaten to catch up with them while the truth becomes more elusive.โ
With the novel set to be released on February 15, weโre planning on devouring the book to find out what happens for ourselves.
Who Will Star In โThe End Of Getting Lostโ?
Margaret Qualley, who youโll recognise as Alex from Maid, will star as Gina, with Normal Peopleโs Paul Mescal set to star as Duncan.
Thereโs no further news of who else is attached to the project, however as the rest of the cast is announced we will continue to update this piece.
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When Will โThe End Of Getting Lostโ Be Released?
The End Of Getting Lost is currently in pre-production. As the book will come out later this month, we can expect a release date to come soon.
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And just like that, the Sex And The City reboot is over. Love it, hate it (or fear the possibility of a second season), the show has undoubtedly got people talking, for maybe more of the wrong reasons than the right ones. Whether you were outraged by the unfair treatment of Steve, terrified of the intensity of Che Diaz or wondering why on earth some of the fashion choices were made, there was a lot to digest.
Out of all the questionable moments, one thing I couldnโt help but wonder was, why were there so many references to Samantha?
From the get-go, Kim Cattrall made it clear that she had zero interest in rejoining the original cast for the project, and was seen liking several Tweets which not only praised her for the decision, but also bagged out the reboot. Most recently, Sarah Jessica Parker spoke with Variety, where she revealed that regardless of Cattrallโs stance, she wouldnโt have wanted her there.
โThereโs just too much public history of feelings on her part that sheโs shared,โ Parker revealed, before going on to add that Cattrall wasnโt even approached to participate in the reboot, given her feelings about the third movie.
โWe didnโt go to Kim for this, you know. After we didnโt do the movie and the studio couldnโt meet what she wanted to do, we have to hear her and listen to her and what was important to her. It didnโt fit into what was important or needed for us.โ
So if Kim didnโt want to be there, SJP didnโt want her there and the producers never asked her to participate, why then, was the reboot so obsessed with Samantha?
Throughout the season, we see Carrie reach for her phone to send Samantha a text. The conversations arenโt groundbreaking, nor do they add much to the plot, but for some reason she keeps coming back to her. Then, right at the end of the season finale, we see Carrie send Samantha yet another text message, asking her to meet for drinks in Paris. Shockingly, Samantha agrees to the plans, to which Carrie replies โFABULOUS.โ
While itโs easy to get caught up in the nostalgia, and the hope that these two may somehow rekindle their friendship, this particular scene (out of all the texting scenes) felt very out of place. The seasonโs final moments were about Carrie coming to terms with Bigโs death, and deciding on a final resting place for his ashes, it wasnโt the right moment to drop a potential reunion between her and Samantha, especially given how disinterested Samantha seemed in catching up with Carrie throughout the entire season.
In fact, it felt like a desperate attempt to cling onto the showโs original storyline and satisfy diehard fans who were disappointed by Cattrallโs absence. Some have theorised that the producers are setting the stage for Cattrallโs potential return in season two, but most would argue that this seems like a highly unlikely, if not impossible pipe-dream. Why leave the door open for someone who has made it abundantly clear that they wonโt be walking back through it? At this point, it feels disrespectful to Cattrall and the legacy she built around Samantha Jones. None of us were expecting her to make a surprise appearance in, And Just Like That, yet the show continued to dangle the carrot anyway.
While I understand that Samantha Jones was a fictional character whose thoughts and feelings were created in a writerโs room, Cattrall is the woman who brought her to life. Without her, there is no Samantha. It doesnโt feel right to have a faceless enigma engaging in these text conversations that feel cold and impersonal. It doesnโt give enough credit to the incredible work Cattrall did in personifying Samantha in all her feisty, fiery glory. The series would have benefitted from cutting her character out entirely and moving on, which is what Cattrall likely would have wanted, and probably expected after declining to participate.
The show is not the same as it once was, and while it attempted to make up for its previous wrongdoings, it still fell down in a few key areas. It made a concerted effort to leave the lack of racial diversity, heteronormative ideals and classist attitudes in the past, but for some reason, clung onto Samantha, who had asked to be left in the past, too.
If the show is renewed for a second season, we can only hope that they respect everyoneโs wishes, and leave Samantha alone. Itโs high time we let Kim Cattrall get on with her life โand her career โ outside of Sex And The City.
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2022 is set to explore some of the most intriguing true crime stories of our timeโfrom Anna Delvey in Inventing Anna to Michelle Carter in The Girl From Plainville, these stories, both featuring a female lead at the centre of a court battle, are inspired by shocking alleged events that made headlines across the world.
The latest television series set to bring us the same intrigue is the story of Elizabeth Holmes in Huluโs The Dropout. The story first exploded into the mainstream in 2015 when the Wall Street Journalpublished an exposรฉ on the alleged dealings of her now-defunct business, Theranos. Subsequently, a 2021 podcast series hosted by Rebecca Jarvis explored the intricacies of the court case against the worldโs youngest self-made female billionaire.
Now, the mini-series starring Amanda Seyfried as the highly strung, turtle-neck bearing CEO, will depict some of the near unbelievable alleged events that led to her court battle.
Here, everything you need to know about The Dropout.
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Who is Elizabeth Holmes, and what is The Dropout based on?
The Dropout recounts the story of Elizabeth Holmes, who founded the former startup company, Theranos. After dropping out of Stanford University, Holmes set out to create a company that could revolutionise blood tests by innovating the ways blood could be drawn and tested, subsequently lowering healthcare costs.
As the product, named the Edison device, was sent to market, the company made a number of claims about its capabilities, including that it could run over 300 tests on one machine. Official documents pertaining to the company also claimed it had the backing of medical giants, Pfizer and GSK.
The only thing was, none of this was true. Edison machines could only run eight or so tests, it had never been endorsed by Pfizer or GSK and, after it was deployed to 40 different Walgreen stores, it produced inaccurate results for its users.
After the Wall Street Journal published a shocking exposรฉ on the inaccuracies, a federal investigation led to Holmesโ indictment where she was charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and nine counts of wire fraud.
To this day, Holmes vehemently denies these allegations, claiming that she did not know the technology developed under her company was unreliable and inaccurate.
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Where is Elizabeth Holmes now?
Elizabeth Holmes is not currently in custody, and is currently residing in San Fransisco with her husband, William Evans. The pair married in 2019 and in 2021, they welcomed their first child, a baby boy.
If Holmes is convicted in her ongoing appeal, Holmes could face a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, and a fine of $250,000, plus restitution.
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Who stars in The Dropout?
Amanda Seyfried leads the cast as Elizabeth Holmes in a haunting portrayal of the former CEO (catch her in character in the explosive trailer below).
Joining her is Naveen Andrews who plays SunnyBalwani (known as Ramesh โSunnyโ Balwani in real life, the former president and chief operating officer of Theranos). If you canโt quite put your finger on where youโve seen Andrews before, allow us to enlighten you: His most notable role was Sayid Jarrah in Lost, and he also starred in 1996โs The English Patient, as well as 2013โฒ Diana.
Shamelessโ William H. Macy, House of Cardsโ Elizabeth Marvel and American rapper and singer Utkarsh Ambudkar will also star in the miniseries.
When will The Dropout be released?
The Dropout will stream from March 3, 2022.
Where can you watch The Dropout in Australia?
The series will drop via Hulu in the US on March 3, and Disney+ for us here in Australia.
Until then, you can subscribe Disney Plus, live and on demand with a mth-to-mth or annual subscription. SIGN UP NOW
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As the Winter Olympics take place in Beijing, you might have noticed the name of one particular athlete continuously cropping upโEileen Gu.
The Chinese pro freestyle skier and fashion model has built her impressive profile enough in its own rightโall by the age of 18, might we addโbut it was one decision she made three years ago that truly propelled her to another level of fame.
Indeed, Gu was actually born to an American father and Chinese mother in the United States. It was there that she grew to love skiing. By 2018, she was representing the US in the world cup for the sport.
Then, she decided to switch from representing the US to representing China. It was a decision met with shock and confusion from her growing fan base, but Gu was firm, sharing her reasoning on Instagram at the time.
โThis was an incredibly tough decision for me to make. I am proud of my heritage, and equally proud of my American upbringings,โ she wrote in the announcement post posted in 2019.
โI am extremely thankful for U.S. Ski & Snowboard and the Chinese Ski Association for having the vision and belief in me to make my dreams come trueโฆ The opportunity to help inspire millions of young people where my mom was born, during the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help to promote the sport I love.โ
She added: โThrough skiing, I hope to unite people, promote common understanding, create communication, and forge friendships between nations. If I can help to inspire one young girl to break a boundary, my wishes will have come true.โ
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Becoming one of the biggest athletes in China
Following the announcement, Guโs popularity in China increased ten-fold. She now has more than 2 million followers on Weibo, a Chinese social media platform, and sheโs garnered a bunch of huge sporting sponsorships.
Since competing for China, sheโs also earned herself no less than seven first placings at the world championships across halfpipe, slope style and big air.
At this yearโs Winter Olympics, her name has been splashed across major news sites both in China, and globally as a national icon who could bring home gold for the country.
Her influence is undeniable, as she headed into this yearโs games, Gu shared a poignant update reflecting on how far she had come.
โIโve always said my goal is to globally spread the sport I love to kids, especially girls, and to shift sport culture toward one motivated by passion,โ she wrote, adding that more than 300 million Chinese people have now started playing winter sports for fun.
โIโm blown away by how far we have come,โ she added.
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Sheโs a fashion model
Signed with IMG Models, Gu has modelled in numerous campaigns for major high fashion brands including Fendi, Gucci and Louis Vuitton. Sheโs was also marie claire Chinaโs cover star in September 2021.
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That same month, Gu attended the Met Gala, a full circle moment reflecting the fact she still has strong ties to the US as well. For the occasion, she wore a striking Carolina Herrera bubble dress.
She also attended Paris Fashion Week in 2021, where she mingled with A-listers including Serena and Stacy Martin while sitting front row at Louis Vuitton.
At 18, Eileen isnโt stopping anytime soon. Along with her sporting and athletic commitments, sheโs headed Americaโs Stanford University where sheโll study an undergraduate degree.
Her former coach has spoken highly of Guโs intelligence, telling NY Post: โEileen is incredibly smart and likes to make the skier boys feel dumb. She uses bigger words than they do. She talks about things that go beyond skiing and hanging out. She throws chemistry stuff at them.โ
It looks like Gu will be one to watch long after the 2022 Winter Olympics are over.
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All throughout the 2010s The Walking Dead has been there with us, either through its 11 nail-biting seasons, or through the multitude of spins-offs such as Fear The Walking Dead and The Walking Dead: World Beyond. Itโs the iconic post-apocalyptic zombie series of our time and we honestly canโt stopโand will continueโraving about it.
When its final season was announced we took a moment to let the reality sink inโฆThe Walking Dead is actually ending. And much like the wise words of Beth Greene, โYouโre gonna miss me so bad when Iโm gone,โ we know we will be completely devastated when it does end.
And now, with the second instalment of the final season (yes, there are three parts to this epic ending) gracing our screens this month, it feels even more real.
So, if you want a taster of whatโs to come in part two of The Walking Deadโs final season, plus, where you can stream the entire series, read on.
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Where to watch The Walking Dead season 11 part two in Australia
The entire season of The Walking Dead as well as its spin-offs are available to stream on BINGE.
Season 11 part two will be available to stream on February 21.
Stream The Walking Dead on BINGE live or on demand now with a 14-day free trial.
What is The Walking Dead about?
Maybe youโre in the 10% of Australia who actually havenโt seen The Walking Dead yet. Firstly, strange. Secondly, youโre probably wanting a quick and simple synopsis.
Based on a comic book series written by Robert Kirkman, The Walking Dead begins with a sheriff, Rick Grimes, waking up from a month-long coma to find himself in an empty hospital filled with zombie corpses. He leaves to find his wife and kids and gets whacked by a shovel by fellow zombie survivor Duane Jones who mistakenly thought Grimes wasโฆthe walking dead. Better safe than sorry right?
Grimes finally realises he has woken up in a zombie apocalypse and has to do everything in his will to survive.
We think this quote in season three sums the situation up pretty well: โin this life now you kill or you die. Or you die and you kill.โ
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What will The Walking Dead season 11 part 2 be about?
The Walking Dead returns with many of our heroes fighting imminent hellfire under Reaper attack, while others battle Mother Natureโs torrential wrath in Alexandria. For all, their world is literally crashing down around them.
Meanwhile, life in the Commonwealth is not as idyllic as it seems. For some, hope will be renewed. Others will be pushed past the point of no return.
One truth holds tight: lives hang in the balance with each decision drastically changing their future, their chances of survival, and the state of each community.
When will season 11 part 3 premiere?
The release date for part three of season 11 has yet to be announced, but it could be as early as August 2022.
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Canberra will take a giant leap forward in reforming its consent laws, with Labor backbencher Marisa Paterson set to introduce an affirmative consent model to the ACT legislative assembly this week.
The bill, which was backed by advocate Brittany Higgins, would bring a legislative shift in the way people can legally obtain consent. An affirmative consent model stipulates a person needs to take active steps to ensure they have established whether another person wants to have sex before they engage in the act.
โWe have a chance to address the systemic issues of sexual violence and improve access to justice for all victim-survivors,โ Higgins said of the bill.
โThis is an acknowledgement that we are all responsible to seek enthusiastic consent. Someone isnโt saying โyesโ just because they donโt say โnoโ or do not physically resist.โ
She added: โVictim-survivors have lived silently with the trauma of sexual violence for too long. These reforms will seek to deliver systemic reform that will assist them in getting the justice they deserve.โ
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Marisa Paterson also detailed the milestone reform for the state: โI think this reform will deliver some kind of justice to victim-survivors of sexual assault in the ACT.โ
โWeโll be delivering a bill that is really thorough.โ
An affirmative consent bill would turn the previous legislation on its headโin the past, some perpetrators have avoided conviction because the victim hasnโt given a reasonable-enough indication that they arenโt consenting.
The landmark case of Saxon Mullins revealed a major flaw in the former modellingโthe freeze response. A man she accused of raping her outside a Kings Cross nightclub in Sydney was acquitted in 2017 due to the fact that Mullins had โfrozenโ at the time, which was reasonable grounds for the man to believe she was consenting.
But as Mullins, who later bravely spoke out and became an advocate for survivors, pointed out: Some victims present the โfreezeโ response when they are in a situation of fear (as opposed to fight or flight), which means they may be unable to say โnoโ or โstopโ to the perpetrator.
Affirmative consent laws in other states
In November 2021, New South Wales became the second Australian state after Tasmania to strengthen its laws around consent.
It came after an 18-month examination by the Victorian Law Reform Commission, which found that sexual violence was widespread and heavily under-reported. It also found that victims of sexual violence needed better support and protection during the reporting and judicial process.
Victoriaโs Attorney-General Jaclyn Symes said of the findings: โThis landmark report highlights just how much work there is to do to deliver a justice system that works for victim-survivors.โ
โItโs an enormous jobโand weโll work closely with those who know this issue best to get it done. To victim-survivors, we hear you. The system must change. This is too important not to act.โ
Hereโs hoping this continues across all other states in Australia.
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Jakara Anthony has become Australiaโs first gold medalist at the Winter Olympic Games in 12 years.
The 23-year-old won the womenโs freestyle moguls competition overnight on Sunday in Beijingโit was Australiaโs sixth ever Winter Olympic gold in history.
โIt is a real testament to myself and the team around me in the last four years,โ Anthony told media after the impressive win.
โIt really hasnโt been easy. I think that I am a much better athlete and person because of it. I think that is the best thing that has come out of this.โ
Mogul skiing is a one-timed run of free skiing on a steep, heavily moguled courseโsomething Anthony has just proved to be a world champion at doing.
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Anthony had a nerve wracking final round where she was required to beat the frontrunner, Americaโs Jaelin Kauf who had scored 80.28.
But with her precision and undeniable skill, Anthonyโs run tipped the impressive result to earn herself a score of 83.09, securing her the gold.
Pro freestyle skier Lydia Lassila, who won Australiaโs last gold medal at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games alongside snowboarder Torah Bright, explained just how impressive Anthonyโs win was.
โIt is not easy. We have seen it so many times it the Olympics, it is not easy to win an Olympic medal but she made it look simple.โ
โI have flashbacks to presenting Jakara Anthony with intra school medals at the top of the podium. As a little kid, even then she had this intensity about her, you could tell that she was going somewhere,โ she added.
Anthonyโs win also marked another historic firstโshe won on the same day Tess Coady took home a bronze in the womenโs slopestyle, marking the first time Australia has nabbed two medals in a day.
Coady battled some tough competition but ultimately pushed through to earn herself the third spot on the podium with a final score of 84.15, just behind runner-up Julia Marina (US) with 87.68 and gold-medal winner Zoi Sadowski-Synnott (New Zealand) with 92.88.
Afterwards, Coady summed up the experience perfectly by telling Seven News: โThat was wild and so insane. Iโm dying. That was so insane.โ
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On February 6, Queen Elizabeth not only celebrated her highly-anticipated Platinum Jubliee but she also took the chance to address the future of the monarchy after she departs.
While celebrating the 70th anniversary of her reignโand expertly cutting a rather huge cakeโHer Majesty officially declared her support of Camilla Parker Bowles, announcing that she will be known as โQueen Consortโ or โQueen Camillaโ when Prince Charles takes the throne.
Of course, Queen Elizabeth reassured the world that she has no plans to depart her role anytime soon, she did mention that she is looking forward โto continuing to serve you with all my heartโ, as per CNN.
But what does Queen Consort mean? Well, when Charles eventually becomes King, The Duchess of Cornwallโs new title will see her as a consort, which refers to the partner of a ruling monarch. Itโs important to note that the Queen is the only one who can assign said royal titles.
โWhen, in the fullness of time, my son Charles becomes King, I know you will give him and his wife Camilla the same support that you have given me,โ Queen Elizabeth said in a statement, as per The Washington Post.
โAnd it is my sincere wish that, when that times comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service.โ
A message from The Prince of Wales on the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty The Queenโs Accession.
In response to her request, Prince Charles welcomed his motherโs wish and the pair thanked her publicly for her support.
A statement to the Clarence House Twitter read that he and his wife were โdeeply conscious of the honourโ.
โThe Queenโs devotion to the welfare of all her people inspires still greater admiration with each passing year. We are deeply conscious of the honour represented by my motherโs wish,โ the statement said.
โAs we have sought together to serve and support Her Majesty and the people of our communities, my darling wife has been my own steadfast support throughout.โ
Naturally, the public arenโt too pleased with the Queenโs decision over Camillaโs future title. Married in 2005, Camilla and Charles have always had a turbulent history with the world. Until now, it was believed that Camilla would hold a โPrincess Consortโ title when Charles becomes King, in respect of the late Princess Diana who would have held the Queen title.
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As we know, the Princess of Wales was killed in a car crash in 1997, breaking the hearts of millions. The tragedy happened after years of public turmoil from Charles and Camillaโs romantic relationship during his marriage to Diana.
However, thanks to the Queenโs recent announcement, itโs clear that Her Majesty wants the public to accept Camilla as a serious member of the royal family, after years of scrutiny. Royals fans have previously blamed Camilla for the breakdown of Diana and Charlesโ marriage, especially after Dianaโs infamous 1995 interview where she said that โthere were three of us in this marriageโ.
Since becoming a royal, Camilla has worked tirelessly to improve how the public views her. Aside from becoming a patron to approximately 100 different charities and organisations, the Duchess of Cornwall has also advocated for literacy and campaigns against domestic violence.
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Itโs been six arduous months since we last saw a Haute Couture collection on the runway.
The grande couturiรจres who presented their Spring/Summer 2022 collections in Paris in late January were certainly aware, in the infamous words of the late great Andrรฉ Leon Talley, that our eyes were starving for beauty.
Virginie Viard, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Pierpaolo Piccioli and Daniel Roseberry, who are amongst some of the greatest talents of their generation, exceed every expectation of what fashion in the finest form should be in 2022.
Dopamine dressing was a key theme at Valentino, with light materials in saturated hues woven into contemporary gowns and androgynous cuts, ushering a new age for Haute Couture as a whole.
No longer are Valentinoโs designs for a specific type of woman, age, gender and race transcended conventional norms at the maisonโs Place Vendรดme salon.
Schiaparelliโs collection was imagination personified and an exemplar of creativity. Bold silhouettes were embraced and, in some cases, subverted in favour of space age realness.
Chanel even offered a special guestโa Monรฉgasque Princess on horseback.
While this season showcased that Haute Couture is moving forward in leaps and bounds, there were some common trends that tied the collections together.
From the accent du jour to high class glamour, weโve rounded up the five trends from the Spring/Summer 2022 Haute Couture shows that are stepping off the runway and into your wardrobe.
Luscious Sequins
While Paco Rabanne has been the longstanding pioneer of sequins, Chanel, Dior, Fendi and Valentino embraced the embroidered look and offered a new spin on this eye-catching flourish. Clearly this bead was the accent du jour, incorporated into puka-shell maxi dresses and sleeveless vest.
Another favoured finish was faux feathers, spotted everywhere from modelโs eyelashes to their high-fashion stockings. While this material is now commonplace on the runway, our grande couturiรจres made a case for their feather adorned gowns to be an A-lister favourite on the red carpet this award season. We can just see it now.
Given the rise of black bodycon cutouts amongst our favourite millennial superstarsโnamly Kendall Jenner and Dua Lipaโthese collections proved the look is not just exclusive for prรชt-ร -porter. Glenn Martens for Jean Paul Gaultier presented cutout slacks, styled on Meadow Walker, while, across Paris, Piccoli opened his presentation with a sleeveless keyhole cutout.
With trains being one of the biggest red carpet trends for 2021, it made sense that the designers were bringing it into the new year. Giambattista Valli had trains for days, accented here and there with a bow or two. Kim Jones on the other hand paired it with mini skirts for maximum impact.
Statement accessories are out and statement shoulders are in. For the ultimate extravagant look, pile on georgette or tulle to accent this anatomical feature like Schiaparelli and Giambattista Valli. This look takes shoulder pads to the next level.
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Warning: This article contains spoilers about the season finale ofAnd Just Like Thatโฆ
Ever since HBO announced that Sex And The City would be returning for a highly-anticipated revival, whispers began about which familiar faces would return.
But there was one fan-favourite in particular that And Just Like Thatโฆ fans were eager to seeโthat was, Aidan Shaw.
One third of Carrie Bradshawโs love triangle, Aidan often went head-to-head with Mr. Big over their love for the romance writer. Since their onscreen debut, fans quickly became divided over which โteamโ they were on. And when the franchiseโs reboot, And Just Like Thatโฆ was first announced, those same viewers were desperate to know if John Corbett would reprise his role as the furniture designer.
On April 15, Corbett confirmed his character would return to the HBO Max revival. The actor told Page Six that he was โgoing to do the showโ, telling the outlet the news was โvery excitingโ and that Aidan โmight be in quite a fewโ episodes. But as the credits rolled on last nightโs season finale, fans realised that Aidan never showed up, not even by name.
Turns out, showrunner Michael Patrick King claimed that there were never any plans to bring Aidan back, despite Corbettโs statement.
โThe fact of the matter is, we never said anything about Aidan,โ he said, as perIndieWire.
โWe always try to be very restrained and look at the reality of what people are experiencing and it has nothing to do with Aidan coming or not coming,โ King explained.
He continued, โIt really just felt like this was a lot for Carrie. This season was a lot. We wanted to get her through this and into the lightโthe last episode is called, โSeeing the Light.โ We wanted to get her out.โ
โ[Aidanโs return] is a big storyline that everybody at home wrote that we had never intended.โ
For those in need of a refresher, Aidan was last seen in the controversial Sex And The City 2 film. Carrie and the gang wind up on a trip to Abu Dhabi, where she serendipitously bumps into him at a souk. The pair decide to meet for an innocent dinnerโwhich Charlotte blatantly disapproves ofโand, as expected, end up sharing a kiss. The pair instantly regret it, Carrie runs off and we never see Aidan again.
Naturally, with such an open ending for Aidan and now that we know Carrieโs single, it would be interesting to have at least had them cross paths again. No, weโre not saying that they should have sparked another romance (because clearly, theyโre not meant to be). But remember, he and Steve were business partners and best friends, so surely their paths would eventually cross over. Of course, fans believed that staying true to Steveโs storyline didnโt seem to a top priority in the reboot, as we saw in that upsetting divorce scene.
However, while Kim Cattrall didnโt return, we still got to enjoy Samantha through faceless textsโthe same surely could have been done for Aidan.
For now, we can wait with bated breath that And Just Like Thatโฆ will be confirmed for a second season and perhaps then, the writers will consider Corbettโs return. Who knows, maybe weโll have yet another love triangle between Aidan and podcast producer Franklyn?
Either way, you can bet that weโll be rewatching And Just Like Thatโฆ season one for the foreseeable future.
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Independent Aquarians find it impossible to work in someone elseโs shadow. This year, however, the planets encourage co-operation. Youโre also more willing to delegate and share responsibilities. Even though Saturn may occasionally throw a spanner in the works, you have prosperous Jupiter on side. With Uranus also offering generous support, thereโs no telling what good fortune will come your way. This year, youโre determined to soak in a much life experience as you can. Saturated in enthusiasm and charm, you canโt help but draw your fair share of admirers. Money, too.
Aries (March 21 โ April 20)
Best Day: Sunday 6th
This week Mercury and the Moon grant you permission to make changes. If you feel itโs time to move on, do so. While you canโt change the past โ take comfort in knowing that every new day can lead to new beginnings. Start thinking positively, and then just watch your world expand. Love isnโt out of the question, either.
Taurus (April 21 โ May 20)
Best Day: Monday 7th
Itโs a week when forward-moving Mercury seems extremely interested in putting you in the spotlight. This chatty planet will magnify and expand whateverโs happening with your work, career and how others see you. Consequently, you may receive a promotion or new job offer. If nothing else, expect to make important decisions.
Gemini (May 21 โ June 21)
Best Day: Friday 4th
Your ruling planet, Mercury, once again powers forward โ so use this week to resolve any misunderstandings or confusion, and restart delayed work or business plans. This weekโs message is โfull speed aheadโ. So pay attention, Gemini: someone or something important is about to enter your life.
Cancer (June 22 โ July 22)
Best Day: Saturday 5th
Mercury stridently steps forward towards success, and takes you along for the ride. Youโve been in a holding pattern for some time and if anything has become stagnant โ this is your chance to press refresh. Use your newly reignited charms to form a new business or romantic partnership. Nothing can stop you now.
Leo (July 23 โ August 23)
Best Day: Wednesday 9th
An amorous Mercury stirs Leo intimacies. You enter a week of experimentation with love. If youโve been a loner of late, you may now need more friendship. If youโre usually surrounded with plenty of friends, you could prefer the company of a few. Either way, itโs a week to break out of any physical, emotional or spiritual rut.
Virgo (August 24 โ September 22)
Best Day: Friday 4th
Plans have been kept on hold lately. Maybe youโve surrendered to othersโ demands? Not so this week. Your ruling planet, Mercury once again powers forward โ and so do you. What about those whoโve tried to take advantage of you? They suffer a short, sharp shock. Others should never mess with your quiet, but forceful, temper.
Libra (September 23 โ October 23)
Best Day: Thursday 10th
Should life flow faster than usual, donโt panic. The universe rarely asks us to cope with situations weโre not ready for. This week, too, itโs important to express emotions โ even the darker side of your character. If a separation has been brewing, it could be time to make the move. If at a crossroads, someone older could offer advice.
Scorpio (October 24 โ November 22)
Best Day: Tuesday 8th
Often, your best ideas remain dormant in your imagination. Not so now. A super-charged Mercury offers you blue skies and boundless horizons. Some days, it all looks so good that youโre ready to promise almost anything to make the most of the moment. Just use your common sense. If already attached โ love feels passionate, and very right.
Sagittarius (November 23 โ December 21)
Best Day: Saturday 5th
Grab this week of sanity and ride it for all itโs worth, Sagittarius. Thanks to a happier Mercury, your thought processes fall back into a sensible order โ helping you to approach projects rationally. Youโre better able to cope under pressure, thanks to use of logic and the power of focus. Expect a well-earned change in lifestyle in the weeks to come.
Capricorn (December 22 โ January 20)
Best Day: Tuesday 8th
This week brings a better understanding of lifeโs quirkier rules and, thanks to a savvy Mercury, you start to play the game more skilfully. Just donโt assume you know it all. After all, life is a constant journey โ so stay open to new experiences and learning. You also get another chance to achieve goals which seemed elusive in the past
Aquarius (January 21 โ February 18)
Best Day: Wednesday 9th
Forget about being sensible. Hereโs a week when the planets encourage a walk on the wild side. Play outrageously, dress precociously. Go on, Aquarius โ create some brand new memories for that dusty old scrapbook. A quick fling with an entirely unsuitable character just might tempt you.
Pisces (February 19 โ March 20)
Best Day: Thursday 10th
Appetites are satisfied in a week thatโs hungry for meaning; youโre eager to taste lifeโs different delights. For some, this may mean spiritual advancement; others are set for a creative leap. Driven by an insatiable urge to learn as much as you can, youโll enjoy the company and conversation of others. So fulfilling for a Piscean.
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If you, like us, were left on the edge of your seats after enduring multiple minor heart attacks while watching Netflixโs new Korean horror series, All Of Us Are Dead, wellโฆ we know exactly why youโre here.
The show, likened to the streaming platformโs other viral Korean horror series Squid Game, shot straight to number one in a matter of daysโand for a good reason.
Featuring a talented young ensemble cast, the show follows a bunch of teenagers who get caught up in the first wave of a zombie apocalypse, which originates from a flesh-eating virus that rips around their high school.
Between the gore, jump-starts and pure terror, each episode reveals more about each character, and their fate. Thatโs why after watching it, all we want to know is whether thereโll be a second seasonโbecausethat cliffhanger ending was practically screaming for round two.
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Will there be a second season of All Of Us Are Dead?
At the time of writing, Netflix has not yet confirmed a second season of All Of Us Are Dead. That said, โyetโ is the operative word hereโif the streaming giantโs track record is anything to go by, the showโs viral success will be the clincher to give it the green light.
Indeed, while Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk was adamant at first that the series wouldnโt get a second season anytime soon, the sheer popularity and demand for it far outweighed his original plans, and a second season was fast-tracked.
โI almost feel like you leave us no choice! But I will say, there will indeed be a second season,โ the creator said at the time.
That said, All Of Us Are Dead director Chun Sung-il isnโt without his own hesitationsโthe new series was based off a comic, named Now at Our School by Joo Dong-geun. According to Forbes, the first season covered all the source material, meaning the second season will need to be written from scratch.
Given its popularity, we have no doubt the extra effort with be entirely worth it, so fingers crossed they announce it soon.
What will happen in All Of Us Are Dead season 2?
The second season will explain what happened to the surviving High School teenagers after they meet their former friend and half-zombie, Nam-ra in the season one finale.
In that final scene, the group gathered on top of a building four months after the zombie virus began spreading, having seemingly escaped infection as the city begins to return to a new normal.
There, Nam-ra, who only has partial Zombie qualities, tells them there are โmore like meโ out there before warning them all โtheyโre backโ and jumping off the building, leaving her classmates in shock.
One of the most intriguing things about this final scene is that Nam-ra seems to have supernatural powers after being infected by the weaker variant of the Zombie virus. Does that mean that those she referenced as โlike meโ also have those same qualities? And what does that mean for the students? Weโre sure to find out in the second instalment.
The season one finale also shows local authorities investigating the family members of the studentโs high school science teacher, who invented the virus. Whether this is to help them develop a vaccine to quell its spread, or to duplicate it as a weapon in potential warfare as the flesh-eating epidemic continues is anyoneโs guess.
Who will star in All of Us Are Dead season 2?
Expect to see all the actors who played the surviving students in season one return. Cho Yi-hyun will return as Nam-ra, while Park Ji-hoo will play On-jo and Park Solomon as Su-hyeok.
Of course, one person who most likely wonโt reprise their role in season two is Lee Yoo-mi, who youโll likely recognise from Squid Game as Player 240. In All Of Us Are Dead, her character Lee Na-yeon does some pretty shady stuff. We later discover itโs because sheโs an incredibly lonely person who projects her dark and disturbed thoughts on others.
Her character is eventually killed after she contracts the virus and gets wiped out by a military bomb, however due to actor Lee Yoo-miโs newfound popularity (her Instagram following has grown from 40,000 to 7.1 million following the release of Squid Game and All Of Us Are Dead) perhaps sheโll return from the afterlife in both showsโstranger things have definitely happened.
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When will All Of Us Are Dead season 2 be released?
If the second season gets the go-ahead from Netflix in the next couple of weeks, we can expect a second season to be released either late (very late) this year, or in early 2023.
As mentioned, the entire season would need to be written from scratch since the first instalment used all the material from the comic it was based off of. Filming usually takes a couple of months, with post-production also taking anywhere between two to six months.
Hereโs hoping it gets the green light soon so producers can get started.
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Love stories have certainly morphed and shifted over time, with present day romance seemingly worlds away from the love stories that riddled Old Hollywood. But whether youโre more of a traditional romantic, or a rom-com lover, there is a romantic flick out there for everyone.
Below, weโve compiled 15 of the most iconic romantic movies of all timeโfrom classic comedies to wholesome musicals.
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
The sequel to the 2008 musical, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again chronicles two time periods: 1979 and present day. In 1979, a young Donna (Meryl Streep), Tanya (Christine Baranski) and Rosie (Julie Walters) graduate from Oxford University, where Donna meets Harry (Colin Firth), Bill (Stellan Skarsgรฅrd) and Sam (Pierce Brosnan)โthe latter whom she falls in love with, but heโs also the man who breaks her heart. In the present day, Donnaโs pregnant daughter, Sophie (Amanda Seyfried), dreams of renovating a taverna while reuniting with her motherโs old friends and boyfriends on the Greek island of Kalokairi. Letโs just say things get a littleโฆcomplicated.
When it comes to the early โ00s more iconic flicks, Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaugheyโs 2003 romantic comedy, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days takes the cake every time. Benjamin (McConaughey) is challenged by his co-workers to make a woman fall in love with him. While Andie (Hudson), a writer at Composure magazine, is tasked with writing an article on how to lose a man in 10 days. The pair unknowingly choose each other for their projects and it a hilarious, yet beautiful mess.
Watch How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days on Prime Video.
Blue Valentine
Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams really turn up the heat in the 2010 drama/indie film Blue Valentine. Yes, at times itโs a little depressing watching Goslingโs and Williamsโ characters detail the ups and downs of their relationship, but itโs guaranteed to get you and your date to cosy up together on the couch.
Two words: Michael Cera. Based off of the novel of the same name, Nick and Norahโs Infinite Playlist tells the story of โ shocker โ Nick (Michael Cera) and Norah (Kat Dennings), who meet in a club while searching for Norahโs drunk best friend (relatable) and, well, you can probably guess what happens nextโฆ
Watch Nick and Norahโs Infinite Playlist on Google Play.
The Holiday
After a harsh break-up, Iris (Kate Winslet) agrees to swap her cosy, British cottage with similarly unlucky in love Californian Amanda (Cameron Diaz), for a much-needed break. However, after arriving Iris finds herself in a palatial Hollywood mansion surrounded by fame and fortune, while Amanda navigates the lanes of a picture-esque English village. Soon enough, both women bump into locals perfect for a romantic pick-me-up.
Set in North Carolina, A Walk To Remember follows the rite of passage of a jaded, aimless high school senior (Shane West) who falls in love with a guileless young woman (Mandy Moore), that he and his friends once scorned. In the 2002 flick, the two develop a powerful and inspirational relationship in which they discover truths that take most people a lifetime to learn. Make sure you have some tissues handy.
Continuing the theme of tearjerkers, Me Before You follows an eccentric Louisa โLouโ Clark (Emilia Clarke), who moves from one job to the next to help her family make ends meet. Her cheerful attitude is put to the test when she becomes a caregiver for Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), a wealthy young banker left paralysed from an accident two years prior. Willโs cynical outlook starts to change when Louisa shows him that life is worth living. As their bond deepens, their lives and hearts change in ways neither one could have imagined.
This 2009 romance follows librarian Henry De Tamble (Eric Bana), who suffers from a rare genetic disorder that causes him to drift uncontrollably back and forth through time. On one of his trips, he meets the love of his life, Claire (Rachel McAdams). After their courtship and eventual marriage, the problems and complexities of any relationship are multiplied by Henryโs inability to remain in one time and place, so that he and his beloved are continually out of sync.
If youโre a romantic movie fanatic, then youโre sure to be familiar with any of Nicholas Sparksโ projects. In this case, The Lucky One follows U.S. Marine Logan Thibault (Zan Efron) who returned home from his third tour of duty in Iraq, with the one thing he believes kept him alive: a photograph of a woman that he doesnโt know. After learning the womanโs name is Beth (Taylor Schilling), he goes to meet her. Despite Beth being full of mistrust, a romance blooms, giving Logan hope that the pair will become more than just a photograph.
Teenager Lara Jeanโs (Lana Condor) secret love letters are exposed by her little sister, and as a result, wreak havoc on her love life. While Lara Jean writes letters each of her past loves, the letters are meant for her eyes only. Juggling multiple of her ex-loves, she must decide which one will get her heart.
Watch To All The Boys Iโve Loved Before on Netflix.
Sliding Doors
When Helen (Gwyneth Paltrow) is fired from her job and rushes out to catch a train, two scenarios take place. In one, she gets on the train and comes home to find her boyfriend, Gerry (John Lynch), in bed with another woman. In the second, she misses the train and arrives after the woman has left. In the first scenario, Helen dumps Gerry, finds a new man and gradually improves her life. In the second, she becomes suspicious of Gerryโs fidelity and grows miserable. Which alternate universe she ends up in, and with which guy, is a surprise to all.
Perhaps one of the most iconic romances of all time, The Notebook follows the love affair between mill worker Noah Calhoun (Ryan Gosling) and Allie (Rachel McAdams). Based in 1940s South Carolina, their difference in familial wealth creates rifts between their families, with Allieโs parents not approving of their relationship. But when Noah leaves to serve in World War II, it seems to mark the end of their love affair. In the interim, Allie becomes involved with another man (James Marsden). But when Noah returns to their small town years later, right before Allieโs marriage, it soon becomes clear that their romance is anything but over.
Seasoned musician Jackson Maine discoversโand falls in love withโstruggling artist Ally (Lady Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer, until Jackson (Bradley Cooper) coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Allyโs career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jackson fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.
When soldier John Tyree (Channing Tatum) meets an idealistic college student, Savannah Curtis (Amanda Seyfried), itโs the beginning of a strong romance. Over the next seven years, they are separated by Johnโs increasingly dangerous deployment, but continue to stay in touch through their letters, meeting in person only rarely. However, their correspondence triggers consequences that neither could foresee.
If youโre looking for a classic rom-com, look not further than When Harry Met Sally. In the film, college graduates Harry Burns (Billy Crystal) and Sally Albright (Meg Ryan) share a car ride from Chicago to New York, during which they argue about whether men and women can ever truly be strictly platonic friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally meet again at a bookstore, and in the company of their respective best friends, Jess (Bruno Kirby) and Marie (Carrie Fisher), attempt to stay friends without sex becoming an issue between them.
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Warning: Major spoilers to And Just Like Thatโฆโs season finale lie ahead.
Producers really love to pull the old, โhereโs the love interestโthey were in front of you the whole time!โ trick on us, donโt they?
The season finale of And Just Like Thatโฆ certainly proved thereโs power in the common plot rhetoric as Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) unexpectedly initiates a passionate kiss with her podcast producer Franklyn (played by Ivan Hernandez) in the studio elevator as the episode comes to a close.
Of course, it wasnโt the first time weโd laid eyes on the handsome tech proโheโd popped up throughout the season in the background, only making his proper entrance in episode 10 when he bumped into Carrie at their colleagues surprise wedding.
Itโs immediately obvious that thereโs a connection to be explored thereโjust look at this guyโs expression when he talks to Carrieโฆ
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Carrieโs smitten demeanour is literally no different. The foreshadow of all foreshadows.
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Several scenes later (which includes Carrie finally scattering her ex-husband Mr. Bigโs ashes in Paris and seemingly finding some closure), she records her first solo podcast with the big-shot producer, and as they leave the studio together, Carrie jumps at the opportunity to kiss him passionately as the elevator doors close.
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Itโs certainly one way to end the series with a bang, as well as give us something to look forward to in the rumoured second season.
Now the producers have finally revealed who Carrieโs next great love (or loves?) could be, weโre calling it: Franklyn is the new Mr. Bigโand her other love interest is Peter the teacher (more on him here).
While little more is known about each guyโs character arc, thereโs no doubt that Peter represents security and safety for Carrieโhe was the first guy she dated after Bigโs death, and his sensitivity to her feelings as she ummโd and ahhโd over their potential romance isnโt to be understated. The Aidan vibes are real here.
Meanwhile Franklyn represents spontaneity, something Mr. Big was, well big on. We donโt know where itโs going, but thereโs a firey chemistry between him and Carrie that canโt be denied. Hereโs hoping heโs not nearly as terrified of commitment, nor as unreliable as Big wasโฆ
Who is Ivan Hernandez?
While you mightnโt have noticed the actorโs brief appearances in AJLT until the finale episode, heโs actually got quite a familiar face.
Hernandez has scored numerous guest appearances in popular television shows including Gossip Girl (spot him in episode 12 of season five, Father and the Bride), Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (he played Javier Arenas in a 2015 episode), and other brief guest roles in NCIS and the film, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.
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Hernandez is also a frequenter on Broadway, he played Larry Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen, Billy Flynn in Chicago and Sal in The Capeman.
While little more is known about the actor (he doesnโt have any social media presence), weโve no doubt weโll learn more about him as his character in AJLT gets some long-overdue airtime. Seriously, when are they going to confirm season two?
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Warning: This article contains major spoilers for the season finale of And Just Like Thatโฆโ.
For the And Just Like Thatโฆ die-hard fans among us, itโs assumed knowledge that the rebootโs season finale has already been watched (and probably rewatched more than once by now).
As we process the first seasonโs final episode, fans might remember a certain scene that gave us hope for the return of Samantha Jones, and in turn, Kim Cattrall. However, Sarah Jessica Parker doesnโt want to get our hopes up.
In the episodeโs final scenes, Carrie travels to Paris alone to scatter Bigโs ashes into the Seine River from the Pont des Arts bridgeโthe very bridge that Big told Carrie she was โThe Oneโ in the original showโs series finale.
Following the ash scattering, Carrie texts Samantha and asks to meet for a cocktail, which Samantha agrees to. Of course, we never see their reunion take place, so itโs not known whether it actually happened or if the former friends never met face-to-face.
It turns out, an in-person reunion is likely never going to happen despite rumours hoping otherwise.
Now, Parker has spoken to Varietyto clarify that bringing Cattrall back for And Just Like Thatโฆ was never considered in the first place and a future with Cattrall reprising her role as Samantha will also likely never happen.
โWe didnโt go to Kim for this, you know,โ she told the publication.
โAfter we didnโt do the movie and the studio couldnโt meet what she [Cattrall] wanted to do, we have to hear her and listen to her and what was important to her. It didnโt fit into what was important or needed for us.โ
Parker also added that even if Cattrall changed her mind, she wouldnโt embrace Samanthaโs in-person return to the franchise.
โI donโt think I would, because I think thereโs just too much public history of feelings on her part that sheโs shared,โ Parker said, seemingly referring to their former disagreements.
โI havenโt participated in or read articles, although people are inclined to let me know.โ
Parker continued: โThereโs a very distinct line between Samantha and Kim. Samanthaโs not gone. Samanthaโs present, and I think was handled with such respect and elegance.โ
โShe wasnโt villainised. She was a human being who had feelings about a relationship, so I think we found a way to address it which was necessary and important for people that loved her,โ she explained.
And Just Like Thatโฆ showrunner Michael Patrick King agreed with Parker, confirming that Cattrall was never asked to participate โbecause sheโs said what she had saidโ.
โMagically thinking, itโs great to have Samantha,โ he explained, adding, โ[But] I have no realistic expectation of Kim Cattrall ever appearing againโ.
Despite her feelings toward Cattrallโs return, Parker did reveal that she found Carrie and Samanthaโs friendship โreally valuableโ, and that their charactersโ post-finale chat was comforting.
โI think that the conversation was grown up. I think it was a dรฉtente,โ she said. โI think it allows for comfort on all sides.โ
Currently, a second season of And Just Like Thatโฆ is yet to be confirmed, however Parker did reveal that she โfeels like thereโs momentumโ for another chapter.
In the meantime, you can rewatch (and re-cry over) season one (and the documentary) of And Just Like Thatโฆon BINGE now.
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House Of Gucci was the film we simply could not stop talking about throughout 2021 and into the new year.
Given the star-studded castโfeaturing Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Salma Hayek and Al Pacinoโ, incredible costumes and the fact it only premiered in Australia on January 1st, you really canโt blame us for still talking about it.
If Adam in a cable knit sweater wasnโt enough to drive you to the cinema (pun completely intended), youโre probably bubbling with anticipation over the possibility of House Of Guccibeing available to stream in Australia.
Luckily for you, that day may not be far away.
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Where To Watch โHouse Of Gucciโ In Australia
Thanks to a continuation of their deal with MGM, the production company behind House Of Gucci, the film will be available to stream on Stan this year.
Unfortunately, we donโt have a confirmed release date just yet, but the film officially moves to DVD and Blu-Ray in the U.S. this February, giving us hope we wonโt be far behind.
What Is โHouse Of Gucciโ About?
For those unfamiliar with the film, itโs the creation of auteur-director Ridley Scott, and tells the story of the Gucci family as inspired by Sara Gay Fordenโs novel, The House Of Gucci: A Sensational Story Of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed.
More specifically, the story centres on Patrizia Reggiani (played by Gaga), who married into the Gucci family before becoming ambitiously caught up in betrayal, revenge and ultimately murder.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, โthe book used the murder to delve into the complex yet dishy family history, filled with infighting, corporate intrigue and gobs of money.โ
So, if like us, you love true-crime, messy family drama and fashion, this is the film for you.
Check back here for updated details on when House Of Gucci will be available to stream in Australia, as we know them.
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In the mid-2010s, Anna Sorokin managed to trick New Yorkโs rich and famous into thinking she was a German heiress by the name of Anna Delvey who was waiting to inherit a USD $67 million trust fund.
Over the course of a few years, Sorokin scammed businesses and her friends out of USD $275,000, before ultimately being caught and sentenced to 12 years in jailโshe made headlines again earlier this year when she appeared in court wearing designer clothes after hiring a stylist specifically for the occasion.
Naturally, the story was always going to be picked up by Hollywood, with Shonda Rhimes and Netflix announcing that they would produce it for the small screen in a 10-episode series titled Inventing Anna.
Now, Anna Sorokin has revealed from quarantine isolation in an upstate New York prison exactly what it feels like to have a show made about her while she sits behind bars.
โI just donโt want to be trapped with these people dissecting my characterโ, Sorokin revealed in an open essay to Insider, โI am here because Immigration and Customs Enforcement decided that my early merit release from prison means nothing to them.โ
Speaking on Inventing Anna, Sorokin shared while sheโs โcurious to see how they interpreted all the research and materials providedโ she โcanโt help but feel like an afterthoughtโ.
โIt doesnโt look like Iโll be watching Inventing Annaโ, Sorokin said, โeven if I were to pull some strings and make it happen, nothing about seeing a fictionalized version of myself in this criminal-insane-asylum setting sounds appealing to me.โ
While Sorokin may not be a fan, we know that Julia Garnerโs portrayal of the โSoho Grifterโ is one of the most highly anticipated of the year.
In the lead up to the showโs release, weโve rounded up everything we know about Netflixโs Inventing Anna below.
The official plot description for Inventing Anna, per THR, reads, โIn Inventing Anna, a journalist (Anna Chlumsky) with a lot to prove investigates the case of Anna Delvey (Julia Garner), the Instagram-legendary German heiress who stole the hearts of New Yorkโs social sceneโand stole their money as well. But is Anna New Yorkโs biggest con woman or is she simply the new portrait of the American dream? Anna and the reporter form a dark funny love-hate bond as Anna awaits trial and our reporter fights the clock to answer the biggest question in NYC: Who is Anna Delvey?โ
WATCH BELOW: Netflixโs Inventing Anna Official Trailer
Who Has Been Cast In โInventing Annaโ?
Julia Garner, from Ozark, Modern Love and Dirty John, has been cast as Anna Sorokin. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that the cast will also include Veepโs Anna Chlumsky, Scandalโs Katie Lowes, Orange Is the New Blackโs Laverne Cox and The Bold Typeโs Alexis Floyd.
Chlumsky will play a journalist investigating the case, Lowes will play Rachel DeLoache Williams, Annaโs best friend who was scammed out of thousands, while Cox is enlisted as Kacy Duke, a celebrity trainer and life coach, who also became embroiled in the scandal.
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When Will โInventing Annaโ Air?
Thankfully, there isnโt a long wait for the series to drop on our screen. Airing on Netflix, the series will premiere on February 11, 2022.
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A daunting reality that dawns on every new adult is realising that every day, you have to figure out what to cook. So, when you find a delicious, nutritious and quick-to-prepare dish, itโs easy to make it on a constant rotation. And apparently, Victoria Beckham agrees.
Appearing on River Cafรฉโs Table 4 podcast with Ruth Rogers, husband David Beckham shocked listeners worldwide when revealing that Victoria has physically consumed the same meal, every single day for 25 years.
But what dish does the fashion designer love so much that sheโs committed to it for a quarter of a century? Well, a simple meal of grilled fish and steamed vegetables.
โSince I met her she only eats grilled fish, steamed vegetables, she will very rarely deviate from that,โ Beckham told the podcast host.
The former sports star admitted that he doesnโt follow the same culinary path as his wife, revealing that he even gets emotional about food and wants his family to indulge in the same delicacies he does.
And while Victoriaโs commitment seems unwavering, David mentioned that she has strayed from her dinner tradition but only for one night, noting it as one of his favourite evenings with her.
โThe only time sheโs probably ever shared something thatโs been on my plate was actually when she was pregnant with Harper and it was the most amazing thing,โ he said.
โIt was one of my favourite evenings. I canโt remember what it was but I know sheโs not eaten it since.โ
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In fact, the former Spice Girls star has actually spoken about her repetitive diet before on the same podcast.
When asked what her favourite comfort food is, Victoria kept her answer as strict as her diet.
โThis is where I sound even more boring in the food department. Ok, what do I like? I like whole grain toast with salt on it.โ
Diving deeper into her divisive diet, Victoria also told the podcast host that sheโs a โvery fussy eaterโ, and that sheโd rather her food to be cooked plainly, minus oil, butter or sauce.
As for David, he admitted that he enjoys when heโs home alone, so he can cook whatever food heโs in the mood for, retelling a recent night when he enjoyed one of his favourite meals.
โI literally had two most amazing cuts of meat, one was a T-bone and I had some English Wagyu,โ he said.
โI poured one glass of the most amazing red wine that I treated myself to because I was on my own, looking forward to watching the football in the afternoon on my own.โ
So, what have we learned from Davidโs confession about Victoria? Well, eat whatever you want for as long as you wantโeven if thatโs unseasoned grilled fish and steamed vegetables.
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If youโve binged your way through your to-watch list and desperately need something new to fill the void, youโll be pleased to hear that season four ofThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel will be available to stream sooner than you think.
After a very dramatic season three ending of the critically-acclaimed TV series, we were left wondering what the future would hold for our beloved stand-up comedian Midge Maisel.
A cliffhanger and a long two-year wait (thanks pandemic), Amazon has finally announced when and where we can expect to see Midge on our screens again.
Brought to you by Gilmore Girls creator Amy Sherman-Palladino plus Daniel Palladino, we expect season four of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel to have the same witty dialogue coupled with an array of incredible period costumes.
So, if you want to find out everything you need to know about the new season, read on.
Where to watch The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Season Four in Australia
Season four of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel will be available to watch on Prime Video on February 18, 2022, with two episodes dropping every Friday.
Who is Mrs. Maisel?
Miriam โMidgeโ Maisel is an energetic Jewish girl who had her life all mapped out. She would go to college, find a husband, have kids and live the best house-wife dream. However, her plan goes south when she finds out her husband has left abruptly for another woman.
Forced to rethink her life, Midge stumbles upon a stage at a nightclub and discovers her own comedic skills.
The series follows Midge and her endeavours to create a new life with her new career choice of stand-up comedy.
What will season four of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel be about?
Itโs 1960 and change is in the air. Looking to hone her act, Midge finds a gig with total creative freedom. But her commitment to her craftยญ creates a rift between her and the family and friends around her.
Who stars in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel season four?
This season will see Emmy winner Rachel Brosnahan return as Midge, along with most of the original cast including four-time Emmy-winner Tony Shalhoub, two-time Emmy-winner Alex Borstein, Emmy-nominee Marin Hinkle, Michael Zegen, Kevin Pollak, Carolin Aaron and Emmy-winner Luke Kirby.
Joining this epic line-up, this season we will see guest appearances from Kelly Bishopยญโbest known for her role as Emily Gilmore in Gilmore, Milo Ventimiglia, John Waters, and Jason Alexander.
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As weโve mentioned, season four of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel will be coming to Amazonโs streaming platform, Prime Video this February.
And, if youโre like us, youโll need a quick refresher of the previous seasons of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Prime Video offers a 30-day free trial, so now is the best time catch up you havenโt already.
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When Carrie Bradshaw receives a goodbye letter from her longtime friend, Stanford Blatch in episode four of And Just Like Thatโฆ, the abruptness of it all was decidedly not like his character.
But there was a reason for the sudden departure: Willie Garson, the actor who played Stanford, tragically passed away aged 57 after a battle with cancerโjust before heโd finished filming his scenes for the Sex and the City spin-off.
In the unexpected scene where Carrie reads Stanfordโs letter, she discovers he is moving to Tokyo where he secured a deal to manage a TikTok star. He didnโt want to say goodbye to her in-person for fear of overwhelming her while she grieved the loss of her husband, Mr. Big.
But as show runner Michael Patrick King has now revealed, Stanford had much bigger things in store for him in the showโan arc weโd always hoped for the vibrant best friend to Carrie, played by Sarah Jessica Parker.
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โStanfordโs character always had a borderline career as a manager, and we were going to explore the fact that it wasnโt a real career. It was going to be Carrie and him, feeling the shifts,โ King explained in a new interview with Variety.
He added that some elements of his story did, however, remain the same, including the marriage trouble he was having with his husband, Anthony Marantino.
โAnthony and him were probably going to have split anyway,โ he described, explaining that the split would have then strengthened his bond with Carrie as they paved new paths without their spouses.
โThere was a series of really fun, flirty, hilarious confidante scenes with Carrie that I loved. That old, old, very specific chemistry that Carrie and Stanford have, which is based totally on the uniqueness of Willie and Sarah Jessicaโs history.โ
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There was no denying the bond Parker and Garson shared. After his death the 56-year-old actress penned an emotional tribute to her longtime friend on social media, writing:
โSometimes silence is a statement. Of the gravity. The anguish. The magnitude of the loss of a 30+ year friendship.โ
She then detailed some of the special moments theyโd experienced together: โA real friendship that allowed for secrets, adventure, a shared professional family, truth, concerts, road trips, meals, late night phone calls, a mutual devotion to parenthood and all the heartaches and joy that accompany, triumphs, disappointments, fear, rage and years spent on sets (most especially Carrieโs apartment) and laughing late into the night as both Stanford and Carrie and Willie and SJ.โ
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The verdictโs in: weโre moving on from decorating in 50 shades of beige to colours that fun, bright and bold.
Weโve already seen vibrant hues crop up on runways and in the fashion-scape, so why not add it to our home too? Bright colours can instantly brighten up both your home and your mood (important), and this year, weโre leaping at any chance we can get to give ourselves that extra spring on our step.
Ever since Pantone revealed its 2022 Colour Of the Year as โVery Periโ, weโve been dying to add it to our home-decorating mood board. โVery Periโ is a โdynamic periwinkle blue hue mix with a vivifying violet red undertone,โ and we want it everywhere in our homes.
So, if you are yet to be convinced with introducing a bit of colour to your home, or youโre not sure where to start, read on for our list of the chicest โVery Periโ inspired pieces for those who want to go bold, and for those who want to take it slow.
A good set of barstools are a staple in any Australian home. The Orelia Velvet Bar Stool comes in a striking purple hue and is complemented with gold hardwareโthe definition of luxe.
Graph Pillar Set Of 6 Sparkling Pomegranate Candles, $29.99 (currently $14.99) by Adairs.
Candle-lit dinners have just gotten an upgrade with these Graph Pillar candles by Adairs. In a generous size with a pleasantly subtle fragrance, this is a baby step into the purple colour palette.
This unassuming throw by Adairs features delicate hand-woven tassles that adds texture to an otherwise simple blanket. Leaning slightly towards pastel purple roots, again, this another great option for those who want to test the waters with the purple hue in their home before diving in, head first.
Dianne 3 Seater Velvet Curved Sofa, $1,129 by Luxo Furniture.
A truly stylish number by Luxo Furniture, the Dianne 3 seater features curved edges, elegantly wrapped in buttery velvet. If youโre looking to make a statement in your living area, this is the couch for you.
Iittala Alvar Aalto Vase, $400 (currently $280) at Royal Design.
This mouth-blown vase by Iittala will definitely make a statement on any dining or coffee table. Its irregular shape and unique tint will definitely be a conversation starterโjust add a bunch of fresh flowers and youโll instantly brighten up any space.
Mushroom lamps are here to stay, so why not update your current one with one in a trendy purple colourway? This striped glass mushroom lamp is such a fun addition to any bedroom.
STUDIO MORE Amethyst Hyptnohearts Bath Mat, $40.60 (currently $32.48) at Society6.
Why not bring Y2K into the home? We can always add a bit more spice when it comes to dรฉcor style in the bathroom (or any room for that matter), because decorating your first home shouldnโt be limited to white walls and and beige rugs.
Luxor Crown Mulberry Silk Pillow Cases, $34.99 at Matt Blat.
Silk pillow cases are not only an eco-friendly alternative to the standard cotton ones, it also does wonders for your skin, hair and bedroom aesthetic. Plus, nothing beats than having something silky smooth to rest your head on.
This particular one by Luxor Crown is made from mulberry silk which contains 18 essential amino acids that are known to prevent signs of ageing and acts as a natural skin-moisturising agent for your skin.
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Warning: This article contains major spoilers to Netflixโs All Of Us Are Dead
If youโre a fan of horror zombie films, All Of Us Are Dead will undoubtedly be next on your list (if you havenโt binged it already).
The Korean-made 10-part Netflix series, adapted by writer Chun Sung-il from a popular online comic, Now at Our School by Joo Dong-geun, follows the events of a zombie virus outbreak which originates between students at a high school.
Starring a formidable cast of young talent, including breakout star from the not-so-little Korean television series, Squid Gameโs Lee Yoo-mi, the series is full of jump starts, shocking twists, flesh eating and even variants of the zombie virus which cause even more confusion between students (sound familiar?).
Chun Sung-ilโs major cliffhanger in the final episode left fans scrambling for answers, or at least hoping for a second season to find out what happens next.
Here, we explain what that ending actually meant, and whether a second season is on the horizon.
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What happened at the end of All Of Us Are Dead?
The final episode of All Of Us Are Dead sees the surviving students, including On-jo (Park Ji-hoo) and Su-hyeok (Park Solomon) taken by the military where they are initially locked up and quarantined.
Sadly, one of their friends Nam-ra (Cho Yi-hyun) decides to part ways with them just before they get caught due to the fact that she was infected with a variant of the zombie virus. While sheโs not a full zombie, she occasionally craves human flesh and doesnโt want to risk infecting (or worse, killing) one of the group.
Then, we fast-forward to four months later when it appears the zombie virus is beginning to wane and some of the strict quarantine rules are relaxed. It means the surviving students in the military are able to sneak out at night, where they notice a campfire in the distance.
Led by On-jo, who has a hunch about the fire, the group decide to approach the person who lit it. Sure enough, itโs their friend Nam-ra, who excitedly greets them and appears far happier than theyโve ever seen her.
She tells them that there are more people โlike meโ out there (presumably half-zombies). Then suddenly, Nam-ra hears something in the distance and says โtheyโre backโ before jumping off the roof of the high rise building they met on, symbolising the supernatural powers the virus has given her. The finale ends there.
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The surprising ending of the series leaves us with more questions than answers, but there are several options we can toy around with.
Firstly, given that Nam-ra is still alive and seemingly well despite having a variant of the virus, this proves that zombies, or at least, versions of zombies are still circulating in the community.
As for her friends who find her, their fate could go two ways. Either Nam-ra jumped off the building to save them from the incoming zombies, or (and god forbid if this is true), she might have lured her friends there on purpose in order for her zombie cronies to eat them. Hereโs hoping itโs the formerโฆ
Another scene in the final episode reveals the police taking the family members of the man who had invented the virus (he was the high school science teacher, hence why the virus originated at the studentsโ school), for further investigation. This suggests they might be exploring the possibility of creating a vaccine, or, in a sinister twist, perhaps they plan to use the virus as a weapon if the cases continue to spread.
All of these are legit possibilities, though itโs likely we wonโt find out until we get a second season.
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Will there be a second season?
Both Netflix and Chun Sung-il are yet to confirm whether All Of Us Are Dead will get a season two, however going by its quick success (it shot straight to number one on Netflix charts within four days) we have every reason to believe the streaming giant will give it the green light.
Itโs certainly not dissimilar to other Netflix shows thatโve been renewed for new seasons following viral success. Viral Korean series Squid Game was confirmed for a second season in late 2021, with the showโs director, Hwang Dong-hyuk telling media: โI almost feel like you leave us no choice! But I will say, there will indeed be a second season.โ
Netflix also renewed supernatural disaster series, Manifest despite it previously being cancelled by original production company, NBC. Upon seeing the showโs success when the streaming site bought rights to it, Netflix decided to produce one final season. Fingers crossed All Of Us Are Dead gets the same treatmentโฆ
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If you, like us, feel heartbroken at the thought of And Just Like Thatโฆ coming to an end ahead of the season finale, then your day is about to me made.
It turns out that after the final credits roll on the Sex And The City rebootโs tenth episode, the show will debut its surprise documentary on February 3.
Aptly titled And Just Like Thatโฆ The Documentary, will feature exclusive secrets behind the making of the revival for fans to feast on while they eagerly await confirmation of a second season.
With only one episode to go, the show has quite a few storylines to wrap up. The trailer for episode 10 sees Carrie desperately searching for signs from Big, Charlotte hosting a Them-Mitzvah, and of course, a post-Steve Miranda struggling to choose between her love for Che Diaz and an internship.
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As for the documentary, the program will feature interviews with the cast and crew, including the three leading ladies: Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis. Viewers will get a look behind the scenes of filming the show and are given insight into the creative process behind the series.
The trailer for the documentary shows how the script for the reboot was made and how Nixon became a first-time TV director for episode sixโs โDiwaliโ. Fans also get to bear witness to the showโs costume managers and the well-stocked closets that fashion savants are likely desperate to learn about.
โEven 23 years in, Iโm excited,โ Sarah Jessica Parker said, who also executive-produced the documentary, in the trailer. โIโm terrified and excited.โ
But thatโs not all, the documentary is also adding the perspective of new cast members like Sara Ramรญrez and Sarita Chodhury, who play Che Diaz and Seema Patel, respectively.
โGetting to know our new cast members has just been a gift, and we all have something new brought to us by them,โ Kristin Davis said in the documentary trailer.
Curiousity piqued? Check out the trailer for And Just Like Thatโฆ The Documentary below.
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Cast your mind back to 2006; the Indie Sleaze aesthetic was all the rage, indie darlings Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen were the soundtrack to our existence, and our favourite fashion film The Devil Wears Prada was becoming the cultural icon it is today.
However, across Hollywood a 22-year-old Kirsten Dunst was starring as the Queen du jour in Sofia Coppolaโs love letter to Paris in Marie Antoinette.
The historical drama was lauded for its unique saccharine style, dreamy aesthetic, modern soundtrack and most notably, the excessive and opulent costuming for which the film won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design at the 2007 Oscars.
Now, 16 years later, the beloved actress has sat down with her Marie Antoinette co-star Jamie Dornan for Varietyโs actors-on-actors series to reflect on the experience as young stars and filming intimate content.
(Credit: โMarie Antoinetteโ by Sofia Coppola / Leigh Johnson (Columbia))
Dunst revealed that Marie Antoinette was Dornanโs first acting gig, with the Irish heartthrob responding โI remember thinking it might be my last.โ
Dunst and Dornan both turned 23 on the set of the film, with the actors actually a day apart, giving the pair an unlikely bond when working on a large Hollywood production.
Dunst then shared that she was โnervousโ when filming scenes with Dornan.
โAll our stuff was like making out, and Iโm not comfortable with that. Itโs never comfortable, ever,โ the actress said.
The biggest revelation from the film came when Dunst was discussing the intimate scenes she was required to shoot for the role.
(Credit: โMarie Antoinetteโ by Sofia Coppola / Leigh Johnson (Columbia))
โI think my first time I even showed my breasts was with Sofia. She never used the take,โ Dunst recalled, โI felt overwhelmed too.โ
Dornan, Dornan, who portrayed Antoinetteโs lover, the Swedish court member Count Axel, responded in kind โGod, thatโs crazy to know. I mean, you handled it well. I thought you were in control of everything.โ
Actresses are increasingly speaking out about their experiences of shooting nude, with Euphoriaโs Sydney Sweeney recently talking about the โstigma against actresses who get naked on screenโ.
โWhen a guy has a sex scene or shows his body, he still wins awards and gets praise, but the moment a girl does it, itโs completely different,โ the 24-year-old shared with The Independent.
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Warning: This article contains spoilers for Killing Eve season three. Proceed at your own risk.
Itโs official: Killing Eve is set to return for a fourthโand finalโseason.
Thatโs right, the critically acclaimed BBC America series will return for one last round, with the final season set to consist of eight episodes.
โKilling Eve has been one of my greatest experiences and I look forward to diving back into Eveโs remarkable mind soon,โ series star Sandra Oh told Variety.
โIโm so grateful for all cast and crew who have brought our story to life and to the fans who have joined us and will be back for our exciting and unpredictable fourth and final season.โ
Here, everything we know about Killing Eve season fourโfrom the plot, cast and estimated release date.
What is the plot of Killing Eve season 4?
Killing Eve season four will naturally pick up where season three left off, with Eve working in a restaurant in the south of London and the Villanelle preparing to marry.
However, thatโs not all we know. The showโs producer Sally Woodward Gentle has revealed a little teaser into what the fourth season will have in store.
โEve and Villanelle, having left each other in total turmoil on Tower Bridge at the end of season 3, are thrown into season 4 trying to figure out what they mean to each other and what their lives now stand for,โ Gentle said, as per Digital Spy.
โAnd while Carolyn has shot a man in cold blood, she is trying to find out who is responsible for the hit on her son. This one is going to be a lot more personal and passionate than the seasons before.โ
While the specifics about season four of the book-turned-TV series remain under the wraps, the producers have revealed plans to extend the showโs universe via spinoff series (rejoice!), per Variety.
WATCH BELOW: Killing Eve Stars Sandra Oh & Jodie Comer Talk Season 3 Finale
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Which Killing Eve cast members are returning for season 4?
As expected, both Sandra Oh as Eve Polastri and Jodie Comer as Villanelle will reprise their roles for Killing Eveโs final season.
Speaking to Variety, Comer thanked the showโs fans while admitting that โall good things come to an endโ.
โKillingโฏEve has been the most extraordinary journey and one that I will be forever grateful for,โ she said.
โThank you to all the fans whoโve supported us throughout and come along for the ride. Although all good things come to an end, itโs not over yet. We aim to make this one to remember!โ
Cast aside, the show has had an equally impressive lineup behind the scenes. In February 2020, Digital Spy also reported the appointment of Sex Educationโs Laura Neal as the writer of Killing Eveโs upcoming season.
โWe have a remarkable squad of ferociously smart women writers passing the baton to each other on this show,โ AMCโs Sarah Barnett said in a statement.
โ[They are] aligned around a coherent vision but bringing it to life with their own specific sparkle and brilliance. Laura Neal is the latest incredible leader of the pack on Killing Eve.โ
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the mastermind behind Fleabag, was tasked with season one of the hugely successful series. Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman) took the reins for season two and Suzanne Heathcote (Fear The Walking Dead) was responsible for season three.
As for how our favourite faces look for their last season on the show, new images have been released to whet our appetite for season four. Check them out below:
Yes! Released on February 2, the official trailer for the fourth and final season of Killing Eve arrived and oh boy, are we in for a show.
In the two-minute trailerโthatโs set to โUnchained MelodyโโEve and Villanelle confess to the violence theyโve inflicted on others. Villanelle seemingly wants to make amends for the damage sheโs caused, even confiding in her therapist that she murdered two people the night before, but โtried not toโ. But things take a concerning twist when Villanelle and Eve associate themselves with the fable of โThe Scorpion and The Frogโ, who both die at the end of the storyโmake of that what you will.
Curious? Check out the official trailer for Killing Eve season four below.
WATCH BELOW: Killing Eve: The Final Season Official Trailer
What is the release date for Killing Eve season 4?
While season four of Killing Eve has been confirmed for a February 27, 2022, release date in the United States, thereโs still no word on when it will hit Australian shores.
Hopefully, like previous seasons, the series will air not long after the US on ABC iView.
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are engaged โ again! The couple no one ever expected to get back together are proving love can work the second time around.
Lopez, 52, debuted a huge green diamond ring in a video via her fan newsletter, On The JLo, wiping away tears of joy. โYouโre perfect,โ she says in a voiceover. (Affleck, 49, was not in the video.)
The couple sparked engagement rumours earlier this week when JLo was snapped wearing a ring on her wedding finger while shopping in LA. Lopez teased the engagement news as a โmajor announcementโ, encouraging Instagram followers to sign up to the newsletter. Fans were not disappointed.
Jennifer Lopezโs engagement ring. (Credit: On The JLo)
It would be the second time Affleck has proposed, first popping the question with a $2.5 million Harry Winston in November 2002, two decades ago.
In a rare interview about the rekindled relationship with People in February, Lopez opened up about how sheโs โnever been betterโ when finding love again, this time, back in the arms of Affleck.
โItโs just that weโre all in a very beautiful moment,โ she told the publication. โI feel so lucky and happy and proud to be with him. Itโs a beautiful love story that we got a second chance.โ
Affleck and Lopez initially became an item in 2002, quickly rising in fame as Hollywoodโs It-couple. But by 2004, the pair ended their engagement and relationship due to the overwhelming media commentary. As we know, the pair rekindled their romance the middle of 2021 to the worldโs delight.
Lopez explained that when she and Affleck first began dating again, they โhad a little bit of fearโ.
โBefore we kind of put [our relationship] out there and we were naรฏve and it got a little trampled,โ she said, referring to their first try. This time, Lopez assures fans that things are different between them.
โWe both were like, โWow, weโre so happy and we donโt want any of that to come into play again,โโ she said.
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She continued, โWeโre older now, weโre smarter, we have more experience, weโre at different places in our lives, we have kids now, and we have to be very conscious of those things. Weโre so protective because it is such a beautiful time for all of us.โ
โI just feel very happy and lucky to be in a relationship thatโs happy and loving, and I want to do everything I can to protect that and keep it safe. It deserves that, it really doesโฆ We hold it sacred.โ
Lopez explained that she and Affleck have learned many difficult life lessons in the last two decades apart.
โItโs beautiful the way it feels very different than it was years ago,โ the singer explained.
โThereโs more of an appreciation and a celebration for it, which is nice. When you find somebody and you really, really love them and you get a second chance at that? That is a really rare, precious, beautiful thing and we donโt take it for granted.โ
But of course, when two famous faces enter a relationship, things can get tricky. Despite this, Lopez believes that their love can overcome anything that the world throws at them.
โLove rules all. Love always conquers everythingโrelationships, kids, work, work relationships. Itโs all about how loving, open and accepting you can be,โ she reassured.
โNot having an ego about things and just embracing all the good, always looking at the positive. When youโre in a good, healthy relationship, everybody benefits from that. Everybody.โ
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While some fans were thrilled at their revisited romance, some questioned whether Affleck had changed for the best, given his controversial past in the spotlightโLopez believes he has.
โIโm so proud of him, Iโm so proud of the man heโs become that Iโve watched from afar. Being honest with each other, being loving, thatโs just the basis of everything,โ the Marry Me star said.
She continued, โI feel like heโs at a place in his life whereโjust like how I feel about myselfโitโs been a journey of learning yourself and figuring yourself out, getting to a place where you feel really good on your own and who you are so you can be in a happy, healthy relationship.โ
โTo see the person, the human being, the man that he is today, the father that he is today, the partner that he isโhe is so everything I always knew he was and wanted to be.โ
There you have it, six months later and the couple donโt look to be calling it quits anytime soon.
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The pinnacle of Australian fashion is undoubtedly the week-long resort collection presentations held annually mid-year, also known as Afterpay Australian Fashion Week.
For years, the curtain to the industryโs most illustrious event has been closed to the public, with the shows reserved for the upper echelon of Australian fashion.
However, now thanks to Afterpay and IMG, the schedule is more accessible than ever before.
Yes, you read that rightโyouโll be able to rub shoulders with supermodels and mingle with fashion editors and the crรจme de la crรจme of Australian creativity and craftsmanship.
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Called โThe Experienceโ, Australian fashion consumers will be given unprecedented access to a series of runway shows and inspiring conversations and panels from our favourite emerging and established designers.
Rounding out the participating designers are Karla Sฬpeticฬ, Mariam Seddiq, Gen-Z favourite Dyspnea and Future of Fashion Collection featuring Anna Quan, Cue, Manning Cartell, Rachel Gilbert and Oroton.
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As for โThe Talksโ, industry leaders including bassike, Bianca Spender, Michael Lo Sordo and GINGER & SMART will host informative conversations on topics ranging from Digital Fashion: The New Frontier to the Sustainable Business Journey.
While the official schedule, including all the participating designers, is yet to be announced, if these names are anything to go by then weโre confident that AAFW 2022 will be bigger than ever before.
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โLast year at fashion week it was amazing to see the initial stages of the consumer starting to engage with the showsโ, Afterpay CEO Nick Molnar tells us, โthe huge focus for us this year is to make the experience for customers like never before.โ
โThe Experienceโ tickets range from $109 to $300 depending on the runway show, with โThe Talksโ $49. Fashion fans are able to grab their AAFW 2022 tickets here, and of course, use Afterpay to pay.
In the meantime, check out marie claireโs favourite looks and from the front row to the runway at AAFW 2021 here.
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Pamela Anderson and Tommy Leeโs quickie wedding in 1995 was already one of the biggest entertainment stories of the decade.
When their sex tape was leaked โa traumatic moment for Pamela particularlyโtheir relationship became one of the defining pop culture moments of the decade, so much so that Hulu decided to immortalise it via the limited series, Pam & Tommy.
Released on February 2, 2022 via Disney+, the series delves into the origins of the sex tape, how it eventually got leaked online and the impact it had on the people who made it, Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee.
Playing the title roles are Lily James and Sebastian Stan, whose portrayal of Anderson and Lee is striking as they wed three days after meeting, produce the sex tape, then tackle the ins and outs of marriage as one of the worldโs most talked about couples.
We all know what happened to the coupleโs marriage in real life as history (and multiple news outlets) will tell us, which weโll get to, but weโre also interested to find out exactly what theyโre up to now.
Pam & Tommy will premiere on Disney+ from February 2nd with new episodes dropping weekly. You can sign up to stream the series, here.
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How did Pamela Anderson and Tommy Leeโs sex tape get leaked?
After meeting at a New Yearโs Eve party in 1994, Pamela and Tommy wasted no time in making things officialโthey were married on a beach in Cancรบn just 96 hours later.
In the weeks following their surprise nuptials (which made headlines across the world) they decided to film a sex tape which they hid in a safe, locked away in their garage.
Per Rolling Stoneโs explosive 2014 exposรฉ on the scandal, the pair had an altercation with an electrician named Rand Gauthier, who also happened to work in the porn industry. He managed to break into their property and steal the sex tape.
While he initially struggled to distribute the tape without the consent of Pamela and Tommy, it eventually leaked into the media and within a few months, the infamous coupleโs intimate recording was viewed by millions of people across the world.
It marked the beginning of a new, and troubling era for celebrities, whose most private moments had the potential to be spread far and wide across the internet.
To this day, Pamela claims she has never watched the tape herself, and she never intends to do so.
How long were Pamela and Tommy married for?
Pamela and Tommy were married for three years, and during they time, they welcomed two sons: Brandon Thomas Lee, 25 and Dylan Jagger Lee, 24.
The famous coupleโs rocky relationship wasnโt a secretโin 1998, Tommy was arrested over an assault on his wife, and he later pleaded no contest to felony spousal battery. He was sentenced to six months in jail, and Pamela filed for divorce that same year.
In 2008, more than a decade after their divorce, Tommy Lee told Rolling Stone that the couple had rekindled their romance.
โPamela and the kids have moved in with me,โ he told the publication, adding, โItโs awesome, man. Itโs definitely working. You can tell on the kidsโ facesโtheyโre happy when weโre together.โ
In 2010, the couple split up againโthis time for good.
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Where are Pamela and Tommy now?
While she was one of the most famous faces of the 1990s, particular after her iconic stint on Baywatch, Pamela has embraced a low-key lifestyle in recent years.
She starred on Dancing With The Stars several times, and she also appeared on the UKโs Dancing On Ice in 2013.
Pamela also made headlines when she outwardly showed support for Wikileaks founder, Julian Assange, consistently claiming he was innocent.
โHeโs a good man, he is an incredible person,โ she previously told media.
โI love him, I canโt imagine what he has been going through.โ
Now 54, Pamela married five more times following her split with Tommy Lee. First, she wed Kid Rock in 2006, then Rick Salomon in 2007, and again in 2013. She then married Jon Peters in early 2020 before splitting with him that same year.
Around Christmas in 2020, Pamela married Dan Hayhurst which a source described to Rolling Stone as a โpandemic whirlwindโ. But according to the publication, they split in January 2022.
Tommy, now 59, also lives a quiet life out of the public eye these days. He married actor Brittany Furlan Lee in 2019, and she often shares snaps of the pair together on Instagram.
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Where are Pamela and Tommyโs sons now?
Both of Pamela and Tommyโs sons have gone on to pave their own paths in entertainment, with Brandon starring on a popular spin-off reality TV show, The Hills: New Beginnings.
Meanwhile Dylan has gone on to model for the likes of Acne Studios, Coach and Hugo Boss. He also launched Midnight Kids, a music project which produced several EPs before he left the brand in early 2021.
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When it comes to standing up for herself, Nicola Coughlan is one of the most influential famous face putting others in their place.
And now this time, the โBridgertonโ star is asking her own fans to hold back their commentary on her body, revealing that she endures it on a daily basis.
Taking to Instagram, Coughlan acknowledged that while most of the comments are made with good intentions, she still would rather not receive them all together.
โSo just a thingโif you have an opinion about my body please, please donโt share it with me,โ Coughlan wrote in the caption.
โMost people are being nice and not trying to be offensive but I am just one real life human being and itโs really hard to take the weight of thousands of opinions on how you look being sent directly to you every day.
She continued, โIf you have an opinion about me thatโs ok, I understand Iโm on TV and that people will have things to think and say but I beg you not to send it to me directly.โ
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โAnyways hereโs a pic of me in my hotel in NY about to go to SNL, itโs unrelated to this post but delighted with my hair in it.โ
In 2018, the 35-year-old actor wrote an op-ed forThe Guardianabout her feelings toward being criticised over her body, after people were paying more attention to her figure rather than her performance on Netflixโs โDerry Girlsโ.
โI am not someone who cannot handle criticism, but if I wanted to read cruel things about myself Iโd head to YouTubeโs comments section under a โDerry Girlsโ video and fill my boots (it truly is the armpit of the internet),โ she wrote.
โEverything Iโd done to create my character had been reduced to a hurtful word and casual comment on my appearance.
โI know Iโm not alone; women in my industry are put under constant scrutiny for their looks [โฆ] Something in our society tells us that womenโs bodies are fair game for scrutiny in a way that menโs simply are not.โ
Fans of Coughlan can watch her reprise her iconic role as Penelope Featherington in โBridgertonโ seasontwo, returning to Netflix on March 25, 2022.
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After a near 15-year hiatus since Alias wrapped in 2006, Jennifer Garner is finally returning to our screens (cue cheering). The beloved actress is set to star in a revival of Party Down, a hit show which ran from 2009-2010, following the lives of a group of aspiring writers, directors and actors in Hollywood, who need to make ends meet by working as cater waiters.
The revival has been announced as a limited six-episode series, with the showโs original creative team returning to bring the project back to life. Below, everything we know about the revival so far.
Who will star in Party Down?
According to the network, Garner will play the role of Evie, โsuccessful producer of studio franchise movies, who, in the wake of a breakup, is reconsidering her life choices.โ Evieโs love interest will be none other than Adam Scott (Big Little Lies), whose character Henry Pollard formed part of the original series.
Ken Marino, Adam Scott, Jane Lynch, Martin Starr, Ryan Hansen and Megan Mullally will all reprise their original roles, with the exception of Lizzy Caplan, who was unable to return due to scheduling conflicts. According to a press release, the original cast reuniting at the 2019 Vulture Festival, is what sparked the idea for the revival, with the idea coming into fruition just two years later.
The revival has also added a handful of new characters, including Zoรซ Chao who will play Lucy (an aspiring celebrity chef), Tyrel Jackson Williams who will play Sackson (a wannabe influencer) and James Marsden who will recur in the role of Jack (the lead in a popular superhero franchise).
What is the plot of Party Down?
Currently there is no information regarding the plot of the revival, but we can assume it would follow in a similar vein to the original show. Weโll see the cast struggle to catch their big break while dealing with the mayhem that comes with their cater waiter jobs, and the interpersonal drama between them.
What is the release date for Party Down?
While there is no official release date for the revival, we do know that it is in production. It could be with us later this year, next year or even 2024 if the pandemic slows anything down (as itโs been known to do).
For now, you can watch the first two seasons of Party Down on Stan here.
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2022 officially starts todayโRihanna has announced she is pregnant with her first child.
The 33-year-old singer and makeup mogul confirmed the news alongside her partner A$AP Rocky early on Tuesday morning with a series of pictures taken of the expecting parents in New York City (which you can view via PEOPLE here).
On-brand as ever, the Barbadian was seen in the snaps wearing a bright pink vintage Chanel jacket (from the brandโs Autumn / Winter 1996 collection, no less) and low-cut jeans, revealing her bare baby bump in full.
To add, several chunky golden bejewelled chains hang over her stomachโcould she be any more Rihanna? We tend to think not, and we love that for her.
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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have known each other for years, and they took their friendship to the next level in 2020 when they began dating.
Rocky has spoken previously about his love for the iconic singer, telling GQ that sheโs โthe love of my life.โ
โShe amounts to probably, like, a million of the other ones. I think when you know, you know. Sheโs the One.โ
Rihanna has also spoken previously about her thoughts on becoming a mother, telling British Vogue, โTen years? Iโll be 42! Iโll be ancient. Iโll have kidsโthree or four of โem,โ she said.
Rumours of the starโs pregnancy first emerged in November 2021 when the Umbrella singer attended her home countryโs first presidential inauguration.
There, she reportedly requested that event staff not smoke around her.
At that same event, Rihanna was officially named a national hero of Barbados for the incredible legacy sheโs created from her successful career in music, the beauty industry and her activism.
Meanwhile, A$AP Rocky has made a name for himself in American rap music, earning a deal with Sony Music by age 22 and subsequently receiving two Grammy nominations.
It would be safe to say this baby is going to have one heck of a mum and dad to look up toโcongraulations to the parents to be!
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Got a nasty blemish? Unsightly dark circles? A patch of redness? Concealer fixes (or rather, covers up) all imperfections.
But finding the perfect one is no easy task. The best concealer is one that has the right coverage for your needs (generally full coverage without any cakey-ness), is the perfect shade for your skin tone (an exact match is best for undetectable coverage), and a natural finish (this one generally depends on the type of foundation/base makeup finish you like โ be it matte, semi-matte or luminous).
The texture you opt for is up to you too, although liquid concealers tend to be the most nourishing (a good choice for dry skin types), concealer sticks often have the best staying power (especially for oily skin types), and creamy concealers are great for use on uneven skin textures (like blemishes and acne scars).
If youโre not happy with your current concealer then shop our list of top contenders for the best concealer in Australia.
If the type of skin imperfections you need to cover up vary greatly on a daily basis, get this multipurpose concealer palette. It conceals, colour corrects and highlights with its six shades. The thicker, creamy consistency gives great full coverage, but smooths nicely over skin and doesnโt settle into lines or creases.
If tired under eyes are your nemesis, this corrector pot is about to become your hero. The creamy formula comes in a wide shade range, with pink to peach undertones, to help neutralise any unwanted shadow youโre dealing with. Its smooth texture is easy to blend and wonโt crease throughout the day. You can wear it alone or layered with another concealer; it plays well with all.
This full-coverage concealer can be used anywhere on the face, but where it really excels is around the eye area. Its silky texture glides over skin and is thick enough to conceal dark circles and smooth out the look of fine lines around the eyes. But it never looks heavy.
For full coverage that wonโt crack, you canโt beat Bye Bye. Despite itโs thick texture, it doesnโt creep or settle into lines, staying firmly put all day. It also works a treat for camouflaging blemishes and redness, so donโt let the name fool you.
A cult classic that every beauty editor has in her makeup kit is the YSL Touche รclat. The formula covers and brightens, making it a great under-eye concealer, as well as a highlighter along the high points of the face. The built-in brush makes application on-the-go a breeze, too. If you want more coverage, it now comes in a Yves Saint Laurent Touche รclat High Cover variant.
If matte and medium-to-full coverage is what youโre after, add this MAC concealer to cart. The finish looks natural on the skin, although it is richly pigmented so you need to get your colour match just right. Once applied, the liquid texture feels practically invisible on skin. Expect up to 12 hours of wear out of this long-lasting formula.
Boasting one of the largest ranges of concealer shades, what we also love about Rihannaโs Fenty Beauty concealer is its crease-proof and long-lasting formula that delivers a soft-matte full coverage that feels surprisingly weightless.
A liquid concealer with a doe-shaped applicator, one of these Tarte concealers sells every 12 seconds worldwide. It has a natural-looking matte finish and even though itโs a liquid, it has a thicker texture that makes it a winner for covering breakouts and scars.
This Maybelline concealer may have โdark circlesโ in its name, but itโs excellent at concealing other imperfections, too. The pigment is rich, so itโs great for covering even the darkest of circles, but the texture is ultra lightweight so you donโt need to worry about a cakey finish. The sponge tip makes blending a cinch for seamless coverage.
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After spending years deep in the grasps of a pandemic, thereโs no wonder why we were thrilled to bid adieu to painting on a full face of makeup on a daily basis.
Now, our skin has had the most attention itโs ever received, with makeupโon the rare occasion itโs wornโbeing stripped back to minimal measures. As a result, when we do apply makeup, even when barely-there, it has a significant impact on our complexions, since theyโve become used to a makeup-free existence.
Enter: Skincare-makeup hybrids.
Whether itโs down to sheer laziness, the rise of โskinimalismโ or simply being sick of โmaskneโ, itโs obvious that the market has a huge niche that needs filling. When we have such strong offerings in makeup and equally effective products in skincare, why are we yet to have a hybrid of the two?
After all, it only makes sense. Thereโs no point wearing makeup that destroys the hard work we put into our skin, and no reason to use skincare that doesnโt instantly illuminate.
From hydrating skin tints to hyaluronic acid-filled lipsticks, thereโs a huge uprising in skincare-makeup hybrids to get your hand on for guilt-free makeup application.
Below, weโve rounded up the best skincare-makeup hybrid products to offer your skin the best of both worlds.
Lightweight and hydrating, Chanelโs Les Beiges Eau de Teint is jam-packed with micro-fluidic technology, which basically means that it consists of micro-droplets of pigment that melt into your skin. Not only is it super easy to apply, but it blurs and smoothens the skin for a barely-there effect.
The Pearl Tinted Eye Illuminating Treatment by Tatcha
Thereโs no denying that dry under eyes are a struggle. But those with rough troughs can use Tatchaโs tinted eye cream to get makeup and skincare benefits in one. Itโs made with a Hadasei-3 superfood blend and contains light-reflecting pigments and pearl extract to wake up eyes consistently throughout the day.
The Pearl Tinted Eye Illuminating Treatment by Tatcha, $68 at MECCA.
Sunshine Under Eye Tint + Brighten by Milk Makeup
If cream isnโt enough and puffiness is the bane of your life, then perhaps Milk Makeupโs Sunshine under eye tint + brighten is your next best bet. Itโs packed with vitamin C, plant-derived squalane and hyaluronic acid, as well as pea protein to protect from blue light damage and reduce puffiness.
Sunshine Under Eye Tint + Brighten by Milk Makeup, $43 at Sephora.
Honestly Healthy Serum-Infused Lash Tint by Honest Beauty
For lashes in need of some TLC, Honest Beautyโs serum-infused lash tint contains castor oil, jojoba esters and plant-derived protein. Basically like wearing a conditioner instead of mascara, their offering comes in black or brown so it can offer a lick of colour without damaging your lashes.
Honestly Healthy Serum-Infused Lash Tint by Honest Beauty, $28.69 at Amazon.
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 by ILIA
When it comes to skincare-makeup hybrids, ILIA is a pioneer. Their fan-favourite tinted mineral SPF leaves skin with a lightweight dewy coverage while feeding your complexion the sustenance it needs. Said nourishment is thanks to its hyaluronic acid, plant based squalane and niacinamide contents thatโll help smooth skinโs texture.
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 by ILIA, $68 at MECCA.
Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil by Clarins
Enriched with hazelnut oil, found in all of Clarinsโ Face and Body Oils to nourish the skin, Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil also contains mirabelle and organic jojoba oils for lips to soak up and enjoy. Plus, it comes in a generous offering of coloured tints allowing it to double as a Y2K-inspired lip gloss.
Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil by Clarins, $37 at Adore Beauty.
Skin Enhance Luminous Tinted Serum by Rose Inc.
Rosie Huntington-Whitleyโs namesake brand have just released a surefire skincare-makeup must-have. Their Luminous Tinted Skin Serum uses pigment spheres in a serum-like formula of hyaluronic acid, squalene and peptides to offer makeup-like coverage while plump your complexion. But thatโs not allโitโs non-comedogenic and formulated to avoid clogging pores.
Skin Enhance Luminous Tinted Serum by Rose Inc., $49 at Rose Inc.
O-Bloos Rosi Drops by Drunk Elephant
Yes, even your blush can do more. Thanks to Drunk Elephant, their Rosi drops breath life into your complexion but also contain fatty acids, omegas and antioxidants to illuminate the face. This product can be used on its own or added into moisturisers or skin tints, feeding your skin what it actually needs.
O-Bloos Rosi Drops by Drunk Elephant, $51 at MECCA.
Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream by bareMinerals
BareMinerals is another game-changer when it comes to the skincare-makeup hybrid trend, especially when it comes to their Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream. Aside from its long-winded name, it leaves skin looking dewy and hydrating while adding significant sun protection.
Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream by bareMinerals, $47 at MECCA.
Kosasport Lip Fuel Hyaluronic Lip Balm by Kosas
If a gloss isnโt up youโor your lipsโโalley, then maybe opt for Kosasโ lip balm. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, this lip balm offers a just-been-kissed tint while adding a plumping effect to the lips that isnโt typically found in most balms. And listen, the cute packaging is a plus.
Kosasport Lip Fuel Hyaluronic Lip Balm by Kosas, $25 at MECCA.
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Ask anyone and theyโll tell you that Carrie Bradshaw is one of the most iconic fictional characters of all timeโbut despite the fact that celebrated actor Sarah Jessica Parker has cemented that feat, the sex columnist was based on a real life person.
Yes, Candace Bushnell was Carrie Bradshawโthe shoe-obsessed writer was Bushnellโs alter ego in her column, the original Sex And The City, which she wrote for TheNew York Observer in the 1990s.
Bushnellโs wildly popular exploration of being a young New Yorker navigating the highs and lows of dating in the Big Apple with her best friends was made into a book. Then, it became a show. Enter Sarah Jessica Parker, and enter a new era in television.
These days, Bushnellโs life is a little different to her roaring 20s and 30s spent gallivanting around NYC, but still, some things remain the sameโas marie claire Australia discovered.
We spoke to the now 63-year-old at a residence in The Hamptons, though her heart still wholly remains in NYC where she continues to write. She also dabbles in acting (her one-woman off-Broadway show Is There Still Sex In The City? is set to return to the stage this year) and she still knows a thing or two about datingโwhich weโll get to later.
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First, we address the Manolo Blahnik heeled elephant in the roomโAnd Just Like Thatโฆ While the brand new series is a spin-off of Sex and the City, which was adapted from Bushnellโs essays from the 90s, AJLTโฆ was written by the showโs original producer, Michael Patrick King.
โIt has some of my DNA,โ Bushnell tells us, โBut yeah, itโs really a project that is Michael Patrick King.โ
โHe and Sarah Jessica Parker came back to do this and itโs really very much their work,โ she adds.
And with that in mind, it begs an answer to the spin-offโs most controversial plot pointโthe absence of main character Samantha Jones. The actor who portrayed the sex positive PR expert, Kim Cattrall, chose not to return to the show, so her characterโs exit (painted as a falling out with her best friend Carrie and a move to London) has been a major talking point.
Again, Bushnellโs assertion that AJLTโฆ isnโt her work is relevant here, because her real life Samantha, AKA, the close friend she originally based Samantha off, is still very much a part of her life.
โYes, I do still have my Samantha,โ Bushnell tells us.
โAnd sheโs somebody who Iโve been friends with for a really long time. So back in the 80s when I was writing a precursor to Sex And The City, I would interview all of my girlfriends about dating and their experiences. And I had my โSamanthaโ friendโฆ she was kind of an expert on men and dating.โ
Bushnell added that in original scripts, sheโd called her real life friendโs alter ego Jennifer, then Peggy, before finally landing on Samantha.
โThen, they made the TV show,โ Bushnell happily adds.
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And on the topic of Carrie Bradshaw, who is 55 years old in the spin-off, Bushnell reveals that while earlier versions of the character were similar to herself and her own experiences, these days their lives are a little different.
โNow, the character is just kind of a woman who married a rich guy [Mr. Big] so I donโt actually have any connection to the character any more at all,โ Bushnell laughs.
โThe character has kind of evolved from really being a version of me, but then then [Carrie] has since been written by many other people over time, like Sarah Jessica Parker has had an input too.โ
Bushnell, who was previously married to former husband Charles Askegard from 2002 to 2012, is understood to be currently single, and sheโs been open about her experience in the 10 years since her separation after publishing her book, Is There Still Sex In The City?.
In it, she describes dipping back into the dating pool in New York City, trialling Tinder (which she found lacked โqualityโ, god love her frankness), as well as revealing that she didnโt have sex for five years following her marriage.
The content was gripping enough in its own right, but Bushnellโs aforementioned off-Broadway show sealed the deal.
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And that brings us to our next major topic: dating. Bushnell remains ever candid about courting romance, with her musings and tips now being put to use via a partnership with dating app, Match.
The author is currently working with the company to share her top tips for first dates ahead of Valentines Day, February 14. Bushnellโs key advice? Be authenticโand unsurprisingly, wear something you feel great in.
โItโs about being your real self and itโs also itโs about being comfortable,โ she tells us, adding that your outfit is crucial to this.
โThe ultimate first date outfit is definitely something that feels authentic to you, itโs not the time to wear something brand newโฆ For adult dating and intentional dating, itโs far less about looks and really more about putting your best foot forward.โ
As for Bushnellโs perfect first date outfit? Well, itโs undoubtedly one Carrie Bradshaw would also jump at.
โI would choose a dress and heels but not too high You want to be able to move around but itโs something that makes you feel good. So, for me, personally, because I wear dresses, I would choose a dress.โ
We have time for one final insight from the original Carrie Bradshawโone that took us (and undoubtedly her on-screen counterpart) by surprise.
We ask whether she has a symbolic item of clothing from her 20s and 30s that she still wears on dates, not unlike Carrieโs now infamous blue Manolo Blahnik heels.
โYou know on a first date you donโt necessarily want to to pull a vintage piece out of your closet. It kind of goes back to, in a sense, putting your best foot forwardโitโs showing your best self and where you are right now.
โThe vintage things that are in your closet, I kind of feel like that could probably wait? Yeah, maybe for the second date!โ
Guess those Manolo Blahnikโs will be staying put in Carrieโs closet then.
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2022 has barely begun, yet weโve already had our fair share of pregnancy announcements, celebrity passings and high-profile proposals from our favourite A-listers and thereโs nothing that warms our hearts more than a Hollywood wedding.
Before the bride and groom walk down the aisle comes the (often) extravagant engagements and oh-so stylish rings.
From thorn-encrusted rings that hurt to takeoff to indulgent proposals on top of the Swiss Alps, weโve rounded up all the celebrities who have gotten engaged in 2022.
Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly
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In the proposal that divided the world, with half saying the โsurpriseโ proposal was cute and the other cringy, Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly cemented their relationship with an internet-stopping engagement.
Taking to social media to share a video of the proposal, Fox revealed that MGK proposed under a Banyan Tree they visited in July of 2020 and โasked for magicโ.
As for what followed, Fox shared โjust as in every lifetime before this one, and as in every lifetime that will follow it, I said yesโฆand then we drank each otherโs bloodโ.
MGK then shared a close up video of Foxโs two-stoned ring. Featuring an emerald, which is Foxโs birthstone, and a diamond (you guessed it, MGKโs birthstone), the impressive stones are โset on two magnetic bands of thorns that draw together as two halves of the same soul forming the obscure heart that is our loveโ.
Just when we thought we had heard enough about their โpainfulโ romance, MGK told Vogue โthe bands are actually thorns. So if she tries to take it off, it hurts. โฆ Love is pain!โ
Weโre wondering if theyโll have a joint wedding with Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker.
Romee Strijd and Laurens van Leeuwen
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Dutch supermodel Romee Strijd and her partner of 12 years, Laurens van Leeuwen, announced their engagement in January 2022.
Van Leeuwen proposed atop of the Swiss Alps at a romantic (albeit freezing) picnic, complete with roses and champagne, of course.
In 2020, Strijd gave birth to her daughter Mint, whom she shares with van Leeuwen, so weโre sure the genetically-blessed bub will play the role of flower girl at their wedding.
Grace Tame and Max Heerey
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Former Australian of the Year and marie claire Woman of the Year Grace Tame is engaged to her partner Max Heerey.
Taking to social media on January 22 to share the news, Tame revealed that she responded with a resounding โoath yesโ when Heerey popped the question during a bike ride around her hometown of Hobart.
The gorgeous ring is made by local jeweller Tender Scars are features an ethically sourced Queensland Sapphire and 14ct white gold.
Speaking to us last year, Tame said that Heerey is โthe love of my life, my actual soulmateโ.
โI know it sounds soppy, but I couldnโt give less of a fuckโ, she continued, โYeah, I know what love is nowโ.
While neither Song or Culkin have publicly commented on their engagement, fans have spotted the couple around Los Angeles, with Song showcasing her diamond ring. You can see pictures of ring here.
The couple first met in Thailand, on the set of the film Changeland.
Song and Culkin welcomed a baby girl in April 2021. The bundle of joy was named Dakota, after Culkinโs late sister.
Lana Condor and Anthony De La Torre
It seems that Lara Jean has finally found her forever man. Or at least Lana Condor has.
The To All The Boys actress took to Instagram to reveal her engagement to partner Anthony De La Torre.
โSaying YES was the easiest decision Iโve ever madeโ, Condor captioned the post, โI consider myself the absolute luckiest woman alive to live in your sphere.โ
The ring was designed by a Canadian female-owned company Paris Jewellers with Condor describing it as โmost stunning pieceโ sheโs ever seen.
โThe fact he knew how important it was to me that heโd collaborate w/ a Vietnamese company to help design my ring is a testament to just how truly thoughtful he always isโ, she continued, โI cannot wait to be your wife, baby. I love you a million times over.โ
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With every celebrity, comes a great celebrity stylistโyou know, the ones working tirelessly behind the scenes to create some of the most iconic and memorable red carpet and street style looks that transcend trends and cement themselves as the look du jour for years to come.
Because how else would our favourite A-listers be able to look chic whether theyโre off-duty or attending the Met Gala?
These days, stylists have never been more relied uponโand while some still remain in the shadow of their client, there are some that are larger than life and even a celebrity in their own right.
Whether youโre in need of fashion inspiration, or youโre just curious to go behind the scenes into how Hollywood royalty gets ready for big event, weโve rounded up all the celebrity stylists that will have you clicking โfollowโ on Instagram in no time.
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When it comes to revolutionary beauty treatments, celebrities tend to have access to the best tech, experts and formulas that money can buy.
So when they swear by something thatโs easy, inexpensive and can be done at home, you know it must be good.
Miranda Kerr and Gwyneth Paltrow are among a long list of wellness advocates who are devoted to dry body brushing.
But what is dry body brushing, you ask? Well, allows us to explain.
Kerr has considered the practice part of her routine for over 10 years, writing on her KORA Organics blog that itโs โa great way to get the circulation going, remove dead skin cells, aid lymphatic drainage, detoxify your system and keep your skin smooth all over.โ
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Paltrow seconds these sentiments, telling Redbook, โI do it every night before I get in the bath. Itโs fantastic for circulation and it helps smooth cellulite.โ Her wellness brand Goop, also stocks a dry body brush of its own online.
Intrigued? We asked Holistic Nutrionist, Monica Caligiuri, to give us some further intel and tips for trying it at home.
What is dry body brushing?
Named aptly, dry body brushing is exactly what it sounds like.
โItโs the practice of brushing the body with a bristle brush, to stimulate lymphatic drainage and release excess toxins from the body via the skin,โ explains Cailguri.
โThe skin is the bodyโs largest detoxification organ, and so, dry body brushing assists it in this function.โ
What are the benefits of dry body brushing?
The elimination of toxins is a big one, but Cailguri tells marie claire Australia that other benefits include, โsmoother skin, clearer skin and increased circulation.โ
As for the reduction in cellulite that Paltrow claims, this is attributed to the detoxification, lymphatic drainage and increased circulation, helping to break down the fat deposits that cause dimpling of the skin.
How to dry body brush
For first-timers, Cailguri suggests trying out the method in the morning, before your shower.
โStart with firm upward strokes from the feet moving up to the legs, torso, arms and neck,โ she says. Keeping all movement heading towards your heart is always a good rule of thumb.
The only place you would change your stroke direction from upwards is for the stomach.
โBrush your belly area in a clockwise direction, to aid good digestion and elimination,โ Cailguri suggests.
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What should you do after dry body brushing?
Similar to a sauna, dry body brushing is best followed by a shower to wash away toxins, as well as any dry skin.
โItโs also a good idea to follow with a body oil to moisturise, and remember to keep hydration up (two litres of water daily), to assist the bodyโs detoxification process.โ
Interest piqued? Well, weโve rounded up the best dry body brushes on the market at the moment.
Shop them all below.
Lymph-Lite Boom Brush for Body by Legology, $29.20 at Net-A-Porter.
Garshana Dry Body Brush by Black Chicken Remedies, $34.95 at Adore Beauty.
Body Brush Soft No. 1 by Dr. Barbara Sturm, $59.44 at Net-A-Porter.
Cactus Long Handle Brush for Dry Skin, $19 at The Body Shop.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have weighed in on the ongoing Spotify fiasco, releasing a public statement expressing their concerns about the โall too real consequences of COVID-19 misinformation on its platforms.โ
The news comes after folk stars Neil Young and Joni Mitchell have boycotted the streaming giant by removing their catalogue, citing an episode featuring Dr. Robert Malone on the controversial podcast The Joe Rogan Experience as their reason for leaving.
Roganโs podcast was acquired by Spotify for $100 million in 2020, with the show becoming one of the most successful in the world.
However, the recent instalment sparked severe backlash, including an open letter from over 200 healthcare professionals to โtake action against the mass-misinformation events which continue to occur on its platformโ.
โBy allowing the propagation of false and societally harmful assertions, Spotify is enabling its hosted media to damage public trust in scientific research and sow doubt in the credibility of data-driven guidance offered by medical professionals,โ the letter read.
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In support of the medical community, Meghan and Harryโs non-profit organisation Archewell has shared their own statement, reemphasising concerns theyโve been voicing since last April.
โWe have continued to express our concerns to Spotify to ensure changes to itโs platform are made to help address this public health crisisโ, the statement read. โWe look to Spotify to meet this moment and are committed to continuing our work together as it doesโ.
While the statement doesnโt clarify what will happen to the Sussexโs estimated $25 million dollar contract should Spotify not take action, one thing is for certain: shots have been fired.
So far, the Duke and Duchess have only released one episode, a holiday special released in December of 2020 which features โinspiration, reflection, and perspective from guests around the world.โ
At the time of publishing, Spotify has yet to comment on the situation.
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Warning: Major spoilers for The Woman In The House Across The Street From The Girl In The Window ahead
From The Woman In The Windowto The Girl On The Train, we all know how much Netflix loves a crime-thriller involving a questionable female lead, and its latest show is no exception. The Woman In The House Across The Street From The Girl In The Window wins the award for the longest series title ever, but itโs also garnering worldwide notoriety for its shockingly bizarre take on the popular genre. Below, we break everything down, from the surprise ending nobody saw coming to the possibility of a second season.
The series stars Kristen Bell, who plays the role of Anna, a lonely woman reeling from her recent divorce and the death of her young daughter. Once a talented artist with the world at her feet, Anna has been battling personal demons that threaten to unravel her. In the wake of this personal tragedy, she turns to prescription drugs and alcohol to take the edge off, but unfortunately, this deadly combination will lead her on a dark and dangerous path.
While spying on her handsome new neighbour, Neil (Tom Riley), Anna becomes convinced that his girlfriend, Lisa (Shelley Hennig) has been murdered. While staring out her window, she can see the young woman struggling to survive after being stabbed in the neck. She frantically calls 911, who dispatch a team to the home, but no evidence whatsoever can be found. The incident is chalked up to a hallucination on Annaโs part, but she becomes increasingly convinced that the murder did in fact occur, and is being covered up.
What happens at the end of The Woman In The House Across The Street From The Girl In The Window?
Throughout the show, Anna becomes obsessed with gathering evidence to prove her case. As it turns out, Neilโs first wife died after drowning in a lake while on holiday. She was pregnant with their second child and unable to swim, and the coupleโs young daughter, Emma (Samsara Yett) witnessed the entire thing.
Upon digging even further, Anna discovers that Emmaโs teacher died shortly after her motherโs death, after falling from a lighthouse on a school excursion. Soon, Anna becomes convinced that Neil is a crazed killer who must be stopped.
After many twists and turns, the investigation turns towards Anna, who is accused of murdering Lisa in a drunken rage that she cannot recall. The police find an artists palette knife next to Lisaโs body, which is covered in Annaโs fingerprints. They also discover concerning paintings in her house which Anna struggles to explain, given that her drug and alcohol abuse has caused her memories to jumble. She does however, recall violently stabbing something, which she fears might have been Lisa in a drunken rage.
While Anna battles with the revelation, she is still convinced of her own innocence. After returning home from the police station, she sees what appears to be blood dripping down from the attic. Terrified, she makes her way up, only to discover that itโs merely red paint, leaking from the can. While up there, she discovers a slashed painting of Lisa, and suddenly realises that her memory of stabbing her, was actually just the painting. Relieved, she turns to leave, but makes another horrifying discovery. Their handyman, Buell (Cameron Britton), has actually been living in the attic without her knowledge. In a panic, she calls her ex-husband, who tells her that Buell was diagnosed as criminally insane, and murdered his entire family with a claw hammer. She now believes Buell to be the killer, and looks out the window to find him walking toward Neil and Emmaโs house, holding a hammer.
Anna runs into the street to stop him, but after arriving at the house, she discovers Buell with the hammer in his neck, bleeding out. She then hears Emma scream from the next room, and runs in to find Neil dead, with his throat slit. In a shocking twist, Emma is standing next to him, wielding a knife, with a smile on her face. It is then revealed that 9-year old Emma has been the killer all along. She murdered her mother in a rage after finding out that she was pregnant again and then murdered Lisa after she refused to buy any of her chocolate bars for a school fundraiser. That night, she murdered her own father and attempted to kill Buell (who we later find out survives). Emma and Anna then engage in an epic struggle, which ends with Anna nearly dying, but managing to fatally stab the young child just as her ex-husband arrives to save her.
One year later, Anna and her ex-husband have reunited, and welcomed a baby girl. Anna is boarding a plane to visit her friend in New York, when an older lady (Glenn Close) sits next to her on the plane. Her and Anna share a strange exchange, before Anna passes out in a Xanax/vodka-induced slumber. When she awakens, she goes to use the restroom, only to discover the older woman dead, with her throat slit, in the toilet. She screams to the flight attendant to help, but when he opens the door, the restroom is empty. He takes her back to her seat, before revealing that there was nobody sitting next to Anna in 2A, suggesting that she has had a hallucination once again. Right before the series ends, Anna discovers a small makeup mirror buried in the older ladyโs seat, which she had seen her using before takeoff. With a shocked expression and a slight smirk, Anna exclaims โbingoโ, before the credits roll.
Will there be a season two of The Woman In The House Across The Street From The Girl In The Window?
As of yet, there has been no official confirmation of a second season, but Netflix has undoubtedly left the door wide open for one. Netflix also hasnโt tagged the show as a โlimited seriesโ, which suggests there could be more episodes in store if the first eight are received (which we think they might be).
If a second season was to start production, it would likely see the return of Kristen Bell as Anna, given that sheโs the crux of the entire show. As for the rest of the characters, most of them have been killed off, so it would need a lot of new cast members. A second season could likely see more of Glenn Close, who was the lady in seat 2A, as she is the latest subject of Annaโs intrigue.
For now, weโll just try to process that wild ending to season one.
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When it comes to getting real with her fans, Gwyneth Paltrow doesnโt hold back.
Through her lifestyle brand, Goop, the world knows almost everything there is to know about The Politician actress, from her intimate scents to her unique living arrangements with husband, Brad Fulchuk.
But now, Paltrow has opened about her former husband, Chris Martin, explaining to the world that their conscious uncoupling left her feeling rather, well, โruthlessโ.
On January 28, theGoop mogultook to Instagram to see what her fans really wanted to know about her, letting them send through any question they wanted.
Naturally, her 7.8 million followers flooded her inbox with queries and curiosities on everything from her favourite Goop recommendations to her most cherished onscreen moments. But one in particular, focused on her infamous split from Martin in 2014 that led to a divorce in 2016.
โDo you feel like you can really move on after a divorce?โ one fan left in her โAsk Me Anythingโ prompt, to which she said that you โabsolutelyโ can.
โOh, absolutely. Itโs a great opportunity to get ruthless with the truth of who you really are, what you want, and what you deserve,โ she wrote.
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However, many fans continue to wonder if Paltrow has retained a healthy and supportive relationship with Martinโwho is the father of her two children, Apple and Mosesโand his longtime partner, actress Dakota Johnson.
Taking it into their own hands to get the answer., another fan asked if she loves Johnson. Paltrow put minds at ease by simply replying, โVery much.โ
In June 2021, Paltrow opened up about how her relationship with Martin has adapted over time, explaining that he feels like family to her now.
โHeโs like my brother. You know, heโs my family,โ she said on Today, adding, โI love himโ.
โAnd Iโm so grateful to him for giving me these kids. It worked out wellโฆ You know, it really did, I have to say.โ
Of course, things werenโt easy all the time. In fact, Paltrow has previously shared that ending their 11-year marriage was one of the hardest decisions sheโs ever made, saying that she couldnโt imagine calling things off at one point.
โI never would have wanted to get divorced,โ she said onAnna FarisโsUnqualifiedpodcast in April.
โI never would have wanted to not be married to the father of my kids. Theoretically.โ
Despite her previous feelings, Paltrow admitted that thanks to the split, she was able to lead a healthy relationship with her current husband, Falchuk.
โI had learned more about myself through that process than I could have imagined,โ she said.
โAnd because I focused on accountability, I was then able to find the most amazing man and build something that Iโve never had before.โ
There you have it, Paltrow got her fairy tale ending after all.
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It was a moment Australia will never forgetโAsh Bartyโs final point to secure the Australian Open womenโs singles title for 2022.
The look on her face said it all after sheโd charged through to beat the USโs Danielle Collins 6-3, 7-6 (7-2), as Barty roared, Australia did with herโbut there was one woman in particular whose cheers were more meaningful than any other.
Evonne Goolagong Cawley, Australian tennis champion and now a mentor for Barty would have seen herself in that very moment. She was the last Australian woman to win the tennis major back in 1977. Bartyโs win on January 29, 2022 marked the end of a 44-year drought.
And then, the moment Barty couldโve only dreamed of after such a milestone winโher mentor walked out to present her with the coveted Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup.
โI thought she wasnโt coming,โ Barty told media following the moment.
โIโd spoken to her earlier in the week, and she was staying at home and not being able to travel down this year.โ
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Goolagong Cawley pulled off her secret entry into Melbourneโs Rod Laver arena with some help from Craig Tiley, Chief Executive of Tennis Australia, who had originally accepted that Goolagong Cawley would be unable to make the final due to being unwell.
But after watching the breakout tennis champion power through each of her rounds, Goolagong Cawley couldnโt not be there for the historic moment.
She decided to travel to Melbourne, but on the condition that Barty wouldnโt know she was there until after the match in case the presence of her mentor distracted her, per The Age.
Goolagong Cawley, who won four Australian Open titles between 1974 and 1977 managed to sneak into the stadium via back entrances. She watched the match unfold on a television in a private room, before being whisked onto centre court where she and an emotional Ash embraced for the first time in a year.
โTo have that surprise was amazing,โ Barty explained.
โIt was really special just to be able to give her a hug. Itโs the first time Iโve seen her in 12 months.โ
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Barty, a Ngarigo woman, became Australiaโs second First Nations woman to win the trophy after Goolagong Cawley.
โTo be able to experience that together on such a big occasion, on such a beautiful court, and in a tournament that means so much to both of us,โ Bart explained.
โSheโs an amazing human being, and Iโm very lucky to be able to call her a friend. Iโm very lucky to be able to give her a hug in some of the biggest moments in my life.โ
Barty has spoken previously of the close relationship the two women share. Goolagong Cawley became her mentor almost 10 years ago as the up-and-coming player started to pave an impressive winning streak in the Australianโand then globalโtennis circuit.
Speaking to marie claire Australia last year for our Next 25 issue, Barty said Goolagong Cawley was her biggest inspiration.
โEvonne Goolagong Cawley is a very special person in my life. I think she has been iconic in paving a way for young Indigenous youth to believe in their dreams and to chase their dreams. Sheโs done exactly that for me as well.โ
โShe treated me as an equal, and now Iโm very lucky to be able to call her a friend,โ Barty explained.
โShe is only ever a phone call away. Sheโs been through the same phases and feelings that Iโm going through, and I know if I need that shoulder to lean on she is always there.โ
Interestingly, Goolagong Cawley was also there for Barty when she briefly played professional cricket in 2014. At the time, Barty wanted to try a team sport after feeling overwhelmed by the huge mental toll tennis can take on individual players due to its siloed nature.
As she explained to The Weekly, Barty turned to Goolagong Cawley at the time, who told her to โdrop a lineโ, go fishing, take a break โ that there is more to life than tennis.
โIt was a reinforcementโto make sure I was happy, to find out what my real passion was, the true love, and to find the drive again,โ Barty explained.
That she did. After playing for the Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash (and proving herself as an incredible cricketer), Barty returned to tennis in 2016.
โIt took some time,โ Barty continued.
โI went the squiggly way around I thinkโbut it has all led me to this point in my life. Every day I try to learn from [Goolagong Cawleyโs] career.โ
That she hasโand with the Australian top gong now under Bartyโs sleeve as well, the two women have made history together. We couldnโt be more proud.
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Thereโs no denying that fans of Sex And The City have had a lot of feelings toward the showโs reboot, And Just Like That.
And while most have been left perplexed, confused and downright shocked about the fate of their favourite characters, Cynthia Nixon thinks otherwise.
In an interview on Watch What Happens Live,Nixon told host Andy Cohen that while she understands why fans are concerned, there is more behind Miranda and Steveโs unhappy marriage than they think.
โI have to say that thatโs the thing about breakups,โ Nixon began to explain.
โYou know, oftentimes there is one person that is making the breakup happen and the other person who is reluctant. But I have to say, that person who is reluctant is pretty miserable too and theyโre just not admitting it.โ
For those in need of a refresher, the โ90s favourite got the reboot treatment, catching up with three of the four leading ladies as they navigate their fifties.
WATCH BELOW: Cynthia Nixon on Watch What Happens Live
As for Carrie, she bid adieu to Mr. Big for the finale time, Charlotte learned about the non-binary with her child, Rock, but Miranda had the most jarring change of all. Falling in love with Carrieโs boss, Che Diaz, the corporate lawyer-turned-law-student became a bumbling, almost-alcoholic who ends up shattering Steveโs heart when blindsiding him with a divorce.
Naturally, the internetโand usโweโre the biggest fans of the way Mirandaโs character panned out, questioning how Steve was treated.
As for Che Diaz, Nixon defended the writersโ choice to evolve Mirandaโs sexuality by pairing her up with the podcast host and comedian, calling their relationship โoff-kilterโ in a good way.
โMiranda is so overwhelmed by how attracted she is to Che and how off-kilter that Che has thrown her that she becomes Charlotte and starts doingThe Rules,โ Nixon explained on The Drew Barrymore Show, making a reference to Charlotteโs previous obsession with a self-help book in the original series.
โI think some people are not loving seeing these characters maybe off-kilter, but I love that,โ Nixon continued.
She explained that the show represents the experience of embracing huge life changes later in life.
โOut of crises come really productive things,โ she told Barrymore. โYouโre not young anymore, but youโre not old, either. And you still have time to make sure that your life is the way you want it to be.โ
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But what does the actor who plays Che think? Well, Sara Ramirez firmly believes that Che doesnโt care about their relationship being approved by the masses.
โChe isnโt here to be liked. Che isnโt here for anyoneโs approval,โ Ramรญrez in a recent interview with The Rolling Stone.
โChe is not here to represent the entire LGBTQ+ community or a spectrum of Spanish-speaking people or Latin-identified people or Hispanic-identified people. Theyโre here to just be themselves.โ
Of course, thereโs one more episode left for the first season of And Just Like That, meaning thereโs a mere 40 or so minutes to see how Miranda and Cheโs relationship pans outโunless thereโs a season two, which honestly, weโre kind of hoping for.
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In every friendship group, thereโs always one friend who swears by cutting out dairy. For some, itโs because of its bloating capabilities or its impact on the cow itself, but for others, they consider dairy a skin soul-destroyer.
Whether itโs eczema, acne, or stubborn dullness thatโs inevitable with unhealthy skin, apparently dairy actually has a lot to answer for when it comes to our bodies.
Now, the rise of veganism has seen hoards of people opting for dairy-free options to benefit planet and animal welfare, with oat milksโhello, So Goodโand plant-based cheese becoming a hot commodity in recent years.
But did we have an actual reason to demonise dairy when it comes to our complexions? While rumours say that it can contribute to skin gripes and excess oil, not many know what is actually said about its effect on our skin.
Before you toss your cheese out the window, fret not. Weโve done the hard work for you, sifting through studies, reports and professional opinions to figure it out, once and for all.
Below, everything you need to know about dairy and itโs effect on your skin.
What Is The Connection Between Dairy And Skin Health?
Whether there is sufficient evidence of dairy directly affecting our skin health continues to be debated. And while there are copious amounts of extensive research out there, it can be tricky to summarise.
In short, certain studies claim that younger people who consume heavy amounts of milk, no matter the fat content, have a higher chance of dairy-related acne breakouts than those who skip dairy.
No matter your feelings on dairy and any effect it might have on your complexion, thereโs no denying that your body needs that dose of calcium to remain healthy. So donโt worry, weโre not telling you to calm down on the cheeseboards just yet.
As for why there is a connection between milk and acne? Well, nothing has ever been completely confirmed. Instead, many hypotheses and research have shown that there are possible ways that the two could be linked. Fret not, weโve covered that below.
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Can Dairy Products *Really* Cause Acne Or Other Skin Problems?
Since the dawn of time, whispers have claimed that our dairy consumption can negatively affect our complexion. But why was a connection drawn between two seemingly polar opposites? Well, for many reasons.
The firstโand most popularโconnection that some have drawn is about hormones. Of course, those who experience a monthly menstrual cycle will be too familiar with imperfections and blocked pores caused simply by a change in hormone level. Thatโs not news to us.
However, cowโs milk and dairy in general can contain casein and whey protein, which can raise our hormones and lead to an increase in sebum, the oil produced by our skin that leads to acne, a 2018 report explains.
โIn terms of the science, thereโs really nothing there,โ Dr Andrew Miller, dermatologist from the Australasian College of Dermatologists previously told marie claire.
โIn terms of acne specifically, the theory is that the naturally occurring hormones in milk could cause problems in the skin, but the only time theyโve ever demonstrated anything that comes close to an affect is skim milk in women.โ
But thatโs not the only way dairy could take aim at our skin. In fact, certain foods when combined with dairy can affect our insulin levels, and in turn, impact our skin. When milk, in particular, is processed with particular foods, it disrupts insulin levels. The higher the insulin, the higher the chance of inflammation in the body which commonly leads to acne, eczema, rosacea and all-round angry skin.
โAcne can be regarded as an indicator disease of exaggerated insulinotropic western nutrition,โ a study explains.
โEspecially milk and whey protein-based products contribute to elevations of postprandial insulin and basal insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) plasma levels.โ
However, while there are certain biological links between dairy and acne, it doesnโt actually mean that consuming dairy is a surefire way to end up with problematic skin.
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Are Dairy-Free Alternatives Better For Your Skin?
Hearing that studies have shown dairy to be a potential trigger for acne through hormones and insulin, would leave many contemplating switching to dairy-free alternatives in their diets.
In a 2019 study, evidence showed a variation between different types of dairy and the skinโs reaction to it. From testing whole, semi-skimmed, low-fat and skimmed milk, the latter looked to have the highest negative impact on the skin.
However, Dr Miller advises that the evidence that the claim is based off shouldnโt worry those concerned.
โThe way skim milk is concentrated can theoretically increase the risk of getting a hormone boost from drinking it, but if you look at the evidence critically, itโs very soft.โ
Despite this, there looks to be a heavy increase in people choosing to cut dairy completely out of their life. And for many, the popular swap seems to be with oat milk for its sweeter and creamier taste.
While the product is amazing forsmoothies, ice cream and coffees, oat milk does contain a high GI index food because of its sugar maltose, accordingBrightly. This can result in raised blood sugar levels, however, that doesnโt mean itโs time to rule it out.
In fact, a splash of oat milk in your coffee is hardly likely to destroy your skinโs sebum. After all, acne isnโt typically caused by a singular event, can be multifactorial and isnโt often caused by dietary choices.
โFor now, whether youโre a teenager or an adult, itโs likely that there is no single diet that will guarantee clear skin,โ confirms Robert H. Shmerling, MD, Senior Faculty Editor at Harvard.
Can dairy wreck some havoc on your skin? Technically, maybe. Are dairy-free alternatives the answer to problem-free skin? Well, not exactly. Ultimately, whether you stick to dairy or non-dairy, consuming in moderation should have little impact on your skin.
So please, donโt let your cheeseboard gather dust.
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If you came across Domenica Feraudโs powerful medium essay, The Movie Star And Me this week, we have no doubt that you, like us, wanted to know more about this incredibly talented writer.
The recount of her experience with an unnamed movie star (which you can read here) has gone viral following its publication on January 16, with internet forums and social media alight with discussions around the entertainment industryโs deeply troubling disregard for young and impressionable women.
The essay told the story of Feraudโs encounter with a 35-year-old movie star when she was an 23-year-old intern working on an unnamed musical. Itโs an unpacking of unequal power dynamics, toxic relationships, and the powers that be turning a blind eye to whatever collateral damage was incurred in order to make a star perform.
And as it turns out, her exposรฉ on that disturbing truth in the entertainment industry isnโt the only stirring piece of content sheโs produced.
Below, meet the playwright whose words are making an impact across the world.
https://t.co/0PT5yHRMhW โThere has never been anything harder for me to write about than my experience on this show with this man: maybe you can make better sense of what happened than I can.โ
Domenica Feraud is a 28-year-old writer and actor based in New York City. She graduated from New York Universityโs Tisch School of the Arts with a degree in fine arts, and has since worked in the film and stage industry.
Per her IMDb profile, she made a guest appearance on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 2018, and sheโs since worked on two films, 2018โs Tahiti and upcoming film, Life After You.
Most notably, however, Feraud wrote Rinse, Repeat, an off-broadway production based loosely on Feraudโs own experience with an eating disorder.
The plot follows an undergraduate who is recovering from severe anorexia at an inpatient centre. After making some progress, she earns a trial weekend at home where she is forced to confront the realities of how the eating disorder has not only impacted her relationship with food, but also with her family and herself.
Speaking to Vogue in 2019, Feraud said of the production: โI noticed there are no plays about eating disorders. Is it that theyโre not being written? Or is it that we just donโt want to do them because itโs really complicated to talk about?โ
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The Movie Star And Me
In January 2022, Feraud published a powerful recount on Medium of her experience interning for a Broadway production which featured a major movie star.
Aged 23 at the time, she emphasised how impressionable and vulnerable she was as a new graduate, desperate to impress.
She claims that while working on the set, the aforementioned movie star, who she says was 35 at the time, began to make sexual advances towards her in front of cast and crew members. She describes how he openly discussed sex with her, slept on her lap during rehearsals, and text messaged her regularly, all while those on the Broadway production turned a blind eye to the behaviour unfolding in front of them.
She details how confused she felt, the excitement at being pursued by someone of such notoriety, her friends ecstatic and hanging onto every update. But she also felt out of her depth, her lack of experience in relationships and sex making her all the more vulnerable.
She details how one of her friends was โexcitedโ that she could lose her virginity to the movie star: โI googled his age as I walked home: 35, on the cusp of turning 36. But he was aware of my youth, and seemed to be okay with it. I didnโt stop to wonder if I was okay with things.โ
She wrote that his advances continued just over one month. In that time frame, she met his mum and sister (both of whom she claims were cool towards her) and eventually, she details their first physical sexual encounter, where she ultimately refused to have sex with him. It sparked a conversation about their age difference, and ended with the movie star telling her he was glad they didnโt have sex.
Afterwards, Feraud writes that the movie star stopped contacting herโa sharp contrast to his previous non-stop attention and guise of emotional intimacy. Later she discovered via a friend who knew his publicist that โapparently, he falls in love with these young interns and PAs on sight, pursues them obsessively, and then has some sort of freak out a month in and disappears.โ
As Feraud concludes the piece, she explains of the experience: โI was young, naรฏve, insecure and all those things made me the perfect target. I believed I was living a fairy tale, and society upheld that narrative.โ
She continues: โBut it was a nightmare, one Iโm still scarred from. And this man was enabled in his behaviour at every step, which makes it hard for me to believe heโs an anomaly. And people like my mentor probably tell themselves these young women are lucky, but Iโm here to vehemently disagree. Because the aftermath that never ends? It isnโt worth the fairytale.โ
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There are a few things about life that we know to be true: weโll never stop lusting over Carrie Bradshawโs impeccable style, and that the Fendi Baguette was the best supporting character on Sex And The City.
Thanks to And Just Like That, a new generation is being inducted into the SATC wardrobe fanclub, with the reboot reviving some of the originalโs most iconic pieces.
And while, yes, weโve spent years coveting Carrieโs impressive Manolo Blahnik collection, the one item that has lived in our heads rent free since 2003 is her violet sequinFendi Baguette.
However, eagle-eyed fans spotted a second baguette cameo, an oh-so-perfect sequinned version that set our hearts alight.
And just when we were ready to sanctify our jacquard versions with a little DIY, Fendi announced it was releasing a limited edition version. Our years? Made.
Fendi collaborated with none other than Sarah Jessica Parker herself for the bag, nearly 18 years after SJP cemented the baguette in the pop-culture hall of fame.
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According to Fendi, the millennial version is โinspired by the original version of the Fendi FW 1999/2000 Collectionโ and features fuschia sequins and leather strap.
The bag is set to be released just in time for Valentineโs Day and makes the perfect gift for the greatest lover in your life: you.
With this style sure to be a sell out, we know weโll be spotting the pink baguette for years to come.
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The 2017 New York Times exposรฉ detailing Harvey Weinsteinโs decades-long concealment of sexual abuse is being made into a movie.
Titled She Said and based on on the book She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement, the film will follow the investigative journalists Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor who played a pivotal role in uncovering the actions of the disgraced movie magnate.
Not much has been revealed about the movie so far, however if the book is anything to go by, we know weโll get an exclusive glimpse into these women brought down one of Hollywoodโs heavyweights.
With Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan starring as Twohey and Kantor respectively, we know this film will be one of the most highly anticipated to come out of 2022.
So, to satisfy your curiosity while we wait for the release date, weโve rounded up everything you need to know about She Said below.
What Is โShe Saidโ About?
She Said will chronicle Twohey and Kantorโs journey to uncover Weinsteinโs years of gross misconduct and sexual abuse.
The film will follow the journalists as they work tirelessly to chase leads, face accused perpetrators and gather evidence on what will become become one of the biggest stories in modern history.
Just as the book focuses on the systemic hierarchical structures of power that enabled Weinstein to cover his crimes for decades, weโre sure this film will delve deep into how Twohey and Kantor brought the allegations to light.
Who Is Starring In โShe Saidโ?
Academy-award nominee Carey Mulligan will star as Pulitzer-prize winner Megan Twohey. Considering that Mulligan has experience dealing with contents of sexual abuse from her portrayal of Cassie in Promising Young Woman, weโre sure that her performance will blow us all away.
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Zoe Kazan, who you may recognise from Netflixโs Clickbait will star as fellow journalist, Jodi Kantor.
Mulligan and Kazan have also worked together on the 2018 drama, Wildlife, directed by Kazanโs husband Paul Dano.
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Patricia Clarkson, who needs no introduction, will also star in the film as Rebecca Corbett, the editor who helms the investigative division at the New York Times.
Directing the film will be Maria Schrader, who won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Limited Series in 2020 for the Netflix drama Unorthodox
When Will โShe Saidโ Be Released?
She Said will be released in cinemas in the US on November 18. Given that films are typically released in Australia soon after, weโre sure we wonโt have to wait much longer to see this for ourselves.
We will continue to update this article with more information, so continue to check back for more.
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There are many important decisions to be made when planning a wedding, but in our opinion, none hold more gravitas than saying โyesโ to the dress.
After all, no one is making a TV show about picking a venue.
Finding the dress is akin to finding โThe Oneโโevery brideโs perfect match is unique to them.
What makes a wedding dress the perfect fit is all in the eye of the beholder, from choosing between lace and silk, sleeves and trains, white or a non-traditional colour, the possibilities are endless.
Then, of course, thereโs the silhouetteโmermaid, A-line, empire, sheath, and so onโand the dreaded budget.
As a once-in-a-lifetime decision youโll look back on through photos for years to come, the pressure can be overwhelming.
To make the search a little easier, weโve rounded up the wedding dress brands and designers you should know and shop before uttering that all important word: โyesโ.
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For the last few years, Selin Menguโs life has revolved around her young son, Roman.
Now, sheโs ready to broaden her horizons for both herself, and her toddler as she attempts to find a love that sticks on Married At First Sight Australia.
As she exasperatedly revealed before the show went to air, Selin hasnโt been on a date for more than three years. The first to break the dry spell will be with the man who, like it or not, will become her television husband on the spot.
Itโs a method not many would choose to take in their quest to find love, and Selin undoubtedly knows it. When she first announced she was going on the show, she wrote on Instagram: โHereโs to marrying a complete stranger. Like what on earth am I doing? But letโs goooooooo!โ
Sheโs certainly backing her decision with no hesitationโand no one can fault that.
Below, everything you need to know about MAFSโ Selin Mengu.
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Who is MAFSโ Selin Mengu?
Selin Mengu, a 32-year-old executive assistant from Sydney.
She is a single mum to her son Roman who is about to turn three, whom sheโs always put first, particularly when she split from her husband shortly after welcoming their baby.
Now, sheโs attempting to leave her โmum guiltโ behind in order to find love on Married At First Sight.
Selin, who is of Turkish descent, describes herself as strong willed. She hopes to find a โgood manโ with his head firmly on his shoulders.
She hopes her groom will be, honest, faithful, and someone who will be on her and her sonโs team for life.
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The mum and son duo have travelled to plenty of picturesque together, with Selin sharing numerous snaps of them on holidays in Fiji, the Blue Mountains and the Gold Coast.
Selin and her son have surprisingly both dabbled with the entertainment industry before, too. In 2019, Selinโs sister won a radio competition with KIIS FM, and to collect the prize, she came along with Ronan for moral support.
There, they met hosts Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O, with Selin posting about the moment to Instagram writing: โAlso we got to meet the crew & โโeveryone loved Romanโ.โ
Something tells us this wasnโt the last time Selin will be talked about by an Australian radio station. Bring on the wedding!
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After the last two years, itโs fair to see that weโre all feeling a little fatigued. Whether your sleeping patterns have been thrown out of whack, youโre not getting enough nutrients or finding it hard to move your body, the pandemic has undoubtedly changed our approach to wellness. This year, weโre all about renewing our focus on personal wellness and restructuring our lives to maximise overall health โ but how exactly do we do that?
Before you fall into a seemingly endless internet hole about magical potions and new styles of meditation, we decided to consult the experts at Ora Health, to uncover their predicted wellness trends for 2022. That way, we can use them as a jumping point to kickstart our wellness journey.
According to the Ora team, weโll see the health industry (as well as health-conscious individuals), place a greater focus on everyday wellness, with a bigger emphasis on sustainability and regeneration.
Gabriel Perera, founder and managing director of Ora, says we can expect to see natural medicine take hold this year.
โWeโre coming back to the first principles of natural medicine,โ he explained. โBy that, I mean the core idea of giving someone agency over their health. I believe people get the best results with natural medicines when they take ownership of their wellness journey in partnership with health professionals.โ
Below, the five major wellness trends expected to dominate in 2022.
Co-creating Wellness
One product alone cannot deliver holistic wellness; the first principle of natural medicine is the concept of taking agency over your own health. True wellness is about understanding what we put into our bodies, and developing a health regime that works best for us.
Hormonal health as the master key
In a world where hormone imbalancing external stressors and endocrine-disrupting chemicals are only becoming more prevalent, taking charge of our own hormonal balance is an ever-growing priority. This year, weโre likely to see wellness experts placing a heavier focus on integrating hormone balancing methods, modalities and products (such as Ora Healthโs Hormonal Balance).
Everyday wellness and nutritional support as a consistent practice
A move away from fads and towards everyday health, understanding that natural products take time to work and thereโs no such thing as a quick fix. Those living urban lifestyles or with nutritional gaps can bridge the gap over thirty days with plant-based supplements.
Traceable ingredients
Building on transparency and quality, there will be a rise in interest in the traceability of the ingredients found in what we consume. Traceability involves brands selecting the right supply partners: partners who prioritise ethical and sustainable sourcing, and the purity of ingredients.
Regeneration
Wellness will go beyond sustainability and mitigation of harm and move towards actively restoring and replenishing the Earth and its communities and ecosystems.
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Ash Barty will go down in history as one of Australiaโs greatest sportspeople, thereโs no doubt about it.
As the first Australian to win Wimbledon in 41 years (proceeding the great Evonne Goolagong Cawley in 1980), and the first woman to be ranked number one globally in more than 45 years, her achievements truly speak for themselves.
But to come this far, Barty had a legion of fans behind her whoโve believed in her since day dotโand the very first of those were her family.
As Barty continues to make history for Australia, we took a look back at her roots, and to the people who founded the original โBarty Partyโ, paving the way for the rest of the country to join in.
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Ash Bartyโs family
Ash Barty was born to Josie and Robert Barty on April 24, 1996. She has two older sisters, Sara and Ali. They grew up in the suburb of Springfield, which is located in Ipswitch, Queensland.
Sporting prowess was already in the blood: Ashโs parents were successful athletes having both previously represented Queensland in golf.
Ashโs great-grandmother on her fatherโs side was a member of the Ngaragu people from southern NSW and north-eastern Victoria, and when Ash was younger, she and her sisters registered with the clan and learned everything they could about their Indigenous roots, per SMH.
โMy heritage is really important to me,โ Ash has previously said. โI just think itโs important to do the best I can to be a good role model.โ
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These days, Ashโs mother, Josie now works as a radiographer, while her dad previously worked for the State Library in Queensland.
But their other (and very rewarding) full-time job has been cheering Ash on from the sidelines as she became one of the greatest tennis players in Australian history.
Per Essentially Sports, Ashโs parents first introduced her to her junior coach, Jim Joyce, who undoubtedly played a big part in shaping her into the player she is today. She worked with him until she was 15. Then, former professional tennis player Jason Stolenberg began coaching her.
When Ash won Wimbledon in 2021โone of her biggest career moments to dateโher Australia-based family were sadly unable to watch her from the sidelines in London due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. That said, the family celebrating her win as they watched from a home on the Gold Coast was just as, if not more emotional as they witnessed the historic moment.
Speaking to 4BC about the nail-biting Wimbledon win, Robert explained: โAt the end of the match, I could not remember the last point, and now Iโve seen it a hundred times. All we do is watch her play because we love watching her play tennis.โ
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Barty the aunty
In 2019, Ash became an aunty for the first time to her sisterโs baby girl, named Olivia.
The athlete introduced her to the world in the best wayโby taking her to an after match press conference.
At the time, Ash had just been kicked out of the 2020 Australian Open after losing to Sofia Kenin, but little Olivia put things into perspective.
โItโs my newest niece, my sister just had her, 11 or 12 weeks ago,โ she told press as she cradled her in the media room. โThis is what lifeโs about, itโs amazing.โ
We couldnโt have said it better ourselvesโand we have no doubt the Barty family, along with Ashโs fiancee Gary Kissick will be the first ones cheering her on with the rest of Australia as she continues to do the country proud.
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Warning: The following article contains potential spoilers for And Just Like That season one.
As we inch closer to the season finale of And Just Like Thatโฆ, thereโs one thing that just about every Sex And The City fan knows for sure.
Is it that Samantha Jonesโ absence is still felt? Yes. Is it that we want to learn more about Lisa Todd Wexley? Also yes. But mainly, itโs that Steve Brady deserves the happy, couch-enjoying life that has been ripped away from him.
After a whirlwind romance of only three weeks, Che Diaz refuses to date Miranda until sheโs out of her sexless marriage. She seems thrown off, not about divorcing her partner of 20 years, but because she canโt have her cake and eat it too. No mention of heartbreak over her decades-long relationship coming to an end, no tears shed about telling their son, Bradyโjust annoyance at the inconvenience.
In the showโs eighth episode, Miranda asks Steve for a divorce and understandably leaves the bar owner blindsided. Come episode nine, and she is clearly unfazed about the impact leaving her loved ones out of nowhere has had, and has become more concerned that she might pushing her new love interest away.
As for Steve, he has a heart-to-heart with Carrie about their lost marriages. As expected, he breaks hearts worldwide when confessing, with his New York accent cracking, that he never plans to take off his wedding ring because of what his and Mirandaโs relationship meant to him. Excuse us, while we sob endless tears.
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Since episode one, fans have noticed that Steveโs revival has been somewhat odd. Heโs either missing completely, or when he is on-screen, heโs talking nonsense, screaming from his impaired hearing or being kicked to the kerb, heartbroken.
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair,two of the showโs writers Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky (who also wrote the original SATC), defended Steveโs storyline in the reboot.
โEveryone on the show, every single person, loves David Eigenberg as a human being.. We love him as an actor. We love Steve. We are really invested in the Steve-ness of him. Heโs so full of life, and the Steves out there are good guys,โ Zuritsky responded.
Of course, the internetโs reactionwasnโt in disapproval of Miranda exploring her sexuality. But rather, how she disregarded the meaning of her marriage to Steveโbasically saying that he never once made her happyโand how she hypocritically refused to hear criticism over her infidelity despite her reaction to Steveโs cheating scandal in the Sex And The City movie.
Now, the internet is now standing up for Steve, since no other character seems willing, calling out Mirandaโs mistreatment of him and manifesting a happier future for the Scout owner.
Interested in commiserating with the equally traumatised? Below, the best memes and Twitter reactions about Steve Brady fromAnd Just Like That.
โ Ana ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฉท๐ฉฐ๐ธ (@anmorales24) January 20, 2022
Next episode, I want Miranda to find Che in bed with a man, then return home to find Steve having dessert on the sofa with Debbie, who is still wearing acrylic nails and shoes. #AndJustLikeThat#ajlthttps://t.co/wkkg1uTUmN
Miranda breaking Steve's heart into a million pieces then enthusiastically running off to the airport to chase Che while bragging about it on the phone to narcissistic Carrie isn't giving what the writers thought it would give ๐ฅด#AndJustLikeThatpic.twitter.com/BjnKAqh674
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Warning: The following article contains potential spoilers for And Just Like That season one, episode nine.
Thereโs no doubt in our minds that fans of the Sex And The City reboot, And Just Like Thatโฆ, would have already watched the showโs ninth episode upon its release last night.
For those who didnโt, we suggest you stop reading. For those who did, then the second last episode of the season would have had you cheering, crying and bursting out in laughter. But what many may not have noticed was an interesting crossover between the SATC reboot and Emily In Paris.
The main premise of the episode sees the women and their new friendsโNya Wallace, Lisa Todd Wexley and Seema Patelโhelping to paint a womenโs shelter in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. But when Carrieโs real-estate agent friend, Seema, chooses not to ruin her gorgeous attire with paint, she takes a seat down the block, sipping on a coffee and smoking a cigarette.
Having told Carrie earlier in the episode that she hopes to find โher guyโ in her 54th year around the sun, it looks like Seema may find it sooner than she thought. Pulling up in a sports car next to her table, a handsome man exits the vehicle and introduces himself as Zed, a club owner for the venue sheโs seated in front of.
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Of course, heโs handsome and sophisticated, but eagle-eyed fans noticed that his face felt oh-so-familiar. Played by William Abadie, the actor is also the face of Antoine Lambert in Emily In Paris.
Sure, the characters are not the same, but there are some eerie similarities between the two. You see, while Zed is a successful club owner in New York City, Lambert essentially turned Gabrielโs beloved Parisian restaurant into a nightclub in the showโs second season.
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In fact, thatโs not the only other time that Abadieโs face has popped up on our screens. Die-hard Sex And The City fans may recognise him in the original showโs fifth episode of its sixth season, titled โLights, Camera, Relationshipโ.
During Carrie and Bergerโs relationship, she takes the struggling writerโand future post-it writerโto her favourite Prada store to treat herself with her book advance. While theyโre there, she introduces Berger to Abadie, as Prada store worker Tony, who ends up going as Charlotteโs plus-one while attending Smithโs Brooklyn play, later that episode.
Before you confuse Tony and Zed, remember that Sex And The City had a penchant for re-using the same celebrity for multiple roles. After all, Justin Theroux famously starred in the series twice.
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In season one, Theroux made his debut for the series as Jared, who Carrie uses to try and make Big jealous. And in season two, he returns to play Vaughn Wysel, a boyfriend of Carrie whose incredible family she adores. However, the pair struggle to make it work after certain, uhm, problems in the bedroom.
While Therouxโs characters tended to only last for one episode each, by the look of the final moments in And Just Like Thatโฆโs ninth episodeโand the clear chemistry with SeemaโZed is bound to be making another appearance in the season finale, or hopefully, the showโs presumed second season.
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We all know that the perfect outfit is never complete without the perfect bag, but finding one that wonโt break the bank can be a trickier mission than youโd expect.
Thereโs no shortage of incredible handbag brands in Australia, which can make it even harder to narrow your search. From Peta + Jain and Tony Bianco to Prene and The Daily Edited, your wish list could undoubtedly go for miles.
Luckily for you, weโve done the hard work and compiled our edit of the best designs around.
From large to small, satin to straw, shoppers to cross body bags, weโve got you covered no matter the occasion.
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Aquarians now come into their own. First, youโre blessed with some extra cash. If left wondering where best to invest, try property or home-related industries. Business travelโs not off the list of possibilities either. And should the occasional obstacle need a determined nudge, you have plenty of planetary power behind you. Ditto for friends and family. Alongside your own ambition, this year their love can also play a big part in your success. Indeed, this year triggers an impatience to unleash your wilder fantasies. Even tired relationships enjoy a fresh lease on life.
Aries (March 21 โ April 20)
Best Day: Sunday 30th
The cosmos finds you in a meddling mood. Be careful, or you could talk your way into a headacheโs worth of commitments. Some situations donโt need your input โ so get out of the way and trust that others will get on just fine without you. The good news? Money matters no longer seem to be a thorn in your side.
Taurus (April 21 โ May 20)
Best Day: Tuesday 1st
Forget your usual Taurean caution. This week your need for fun is on par with any of the more uninhibited, go-getting zodiac signs. This means non-stop action; and, delightfully โ even long held plans may be detoured by a surprise. Stay flexible for unexpected events, especially the loving kind.
Gemini (May 21 โ June 21)
Best Day: Friday 28th
We all make mistakes and sometimes thereโs a tendency to repeat said mistakes time and time again. So, youโd think by now that you would have learned to listen to that โinner voiceโ, the one that suggests reason. This week you either heed the lesson, or stumble back to square one. Stay clear of financial schemes that seem too good to be true.
Cancer (June 22 โ July 22)
Best Day: Saturday 29th
Fear can often hold us back and so often leads to missed opportunities. Donโt give up or change direction this late in the game just because of a few delays โ stick with it, have faith and trust both the heavens and your intuition. Live life to the full, and success may come sooner than hoped.
Leo (July 23 โ August 23)
Best Day: Thursday 4th
Energy takes a temporary dive this week, as weary Leos retreat. The upside? What you donโt do for yourself youโll do for others and, in time, this selflessness will be repaid. Perhaps not immediately, but favours are often returned just when you need them most. This is a time when one small kindness could make all the difference
Virgo (August 24 โ September 22)
Best Day: Sunday 30th
Your strong character and search for perfection is what distinguishes you from others. Youโre always looking for the best solution to any problem. Some shy away from your authoritarian character. One thingโs for certain โ others notice your presence; but you can be a tad too serious. Relax, Virgo. Sometimes โ itโs just life.
Libra (September 23 โ October 23)
Best Day: Monday 31st
From time to time, the least amount of effort can bring the biggest rewards. Librans have charm and confidence, but this week your steadfast spirit also steers most things your way. Plus your words and actions ensure you deliver the goods. Itโs a winning formula at a time when youโre urged to mix business with pleasure.
Scorpio (October 24 โ November 22)
Best Day: Wednesday 2nd
If someone is suddenly taking potshots at you, itโs because youโve only just come into their sights. Being noticed has its upside, but it also finds you in the crosshairs. Envious colleagues are happy to gun down your dreams. Sidestep โ swiftly and often. And thereโs no need to broadcast your innermost thoughts. Keep everything under wraps.
Sagittarius (November 23 โ December 21)
Best Day: Tuesday 1st
Tensions flare as power struggles promote either fight or flight. Your fiery Sagittarian anger can be explosive, but suppressing emotions isnโt healthy either. If you have a problem, aim for a positive outcome rather than just venting. Either clear the air, or take very long walks. In any case, your health can only improve with a little extra exercise.
Capricorn (December 22 โ January 20)
Best Day: Friday 28th
Good one, Capricorn. Youโve managed to make it to this point with much of your stability still intact. All you have to do now is keep your cards pinned close to your chest while doing business as usual. Two hints: donโt say more than you have to, and donโt try to fix what isnโt broken. This week, keep everything objective and balanced.
Aquarius (January 21 โ February 18)
Best Day: Saturday 29th
Common sense proves to be your biggest ally this week, when youโre asked to be more giving in your approach to life and love. Children draw out your nurturing tendencies, or close friends and family need a helping hand. If that means putting up with minor gripes, so be it. You now have heavenly support.
Pisces (February 19 โ March 20)
Best Day: Thursday 3rd
This week finds most Pisceans blessed with achievement and genuine joy. The universe sets its generous heart on rewarding you. Youโve been through some challenging times, for sure โ but all that diligence finally starts to pay off. Take some time to reflect on the past few months, and then seize any new opportunity in front of you.
EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT for marie claire readers! For your unique 30-page Character Profile, or a 60 page day-to-day Year Ahead Transit Report โ email Tanya Obreza at astrology@tanyaobreza.com. For more details,head here.
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Forget Prince William and Kate Middleton, in tennis world, thereโs an emerging couple who have the makings of sporting royalty. The duo at hand? Madison Keys and Bjorn Fratangelo.
At 26 years old, Keys, who reigns from Illinois, USA, has stormed the sporting scene with some impressive wins to her name. She was previously seeded seventh in the world at her height, but thereโs no doubt she could beat that.
In January 2022, Keys beat fellow American Alison Riske in straight sets to take out the WTA title at the Adelaide International 2, and sheโs since reached the semi-final of the Australian Open where sheโll take on Australiaโs own Ash Barty.
Meanwhile, 28-year-old Fratangeloโs success came a little earlier when he won the boysโ singles title at the 2011 French Open. The Pennsylvanian turned pro in 2012 and later won a game at the 2016 French Open.
In 2021, the couple teamed up to compete in the mixed doubles at the US Open, where they reached the second round before sadly being knocked outโhereโs hoping thereโs a round two to come.
Convinced theyโre a tennis power couple? Keep reading for more on their relationship.
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How did Madison Keys and Bjorn Fratangelo meet?
Keys and Fratangelo both moved to Boca Raton, Florida when they were younger, where they trained at the same tennis facility. Per ATPTour, they met through the mutual friends they shared there.
Fratangelo later moved to Orlando, with Keys following him shortly after. They lived in the same complex, and subsequently began dating in 2017.
When the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, the pair isolated together in the US. They shared some of their unique experience on Instagram.
โNo one I would rather get dressed up to go to the kitchen with,โ Keys shared on Instagram alongside a selfie of the pair at home together.
They also shared several pictures of their joint at-home workouts. Athleteโs gotta what an athleteโs gotta do, we guessโฆ
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What have they said about each other?
Along with their workouts and selfies posted to Instagram, the couple have also spoken about playing together.
After competing at the US Open mixed doubles tournament, Keys commented on why it had taken them so long to finally team up.
โHe finally wore me down,โ Keys explained to media.
โI was always just saying I was going to be so nervous and I was going to have to try so hard, but he finally said, โWeโll just have some fun.โ Iโm very happy that we did it.โ
She added: โOf all the memories you have of all the matches, itโs obviously the people you are with who make those moments.โ
โTo be able to have a moment on court together I think is definitely something that is going to stick in my mind.โ
Fratangelo added of his partner: โI think just to play with someone who you love and who you care about the most [is special].
โI had a lot of fun out there with her. We were joking a lot on the changeovers.โ
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Youโve probably seen a meme or ten circulating that features the likes of an iconic โ90s celebrity, which then proceeds to tell you if you know who it is, you should be using an eye cream.
Hilarious, and true.
Our eyes are one of the first places fine lines and wrinkles like to appear, and so it requires attention early.
But you may have also heard that some eye creams are really just, in the words of beauty boss Zoรซ Foster Blake, โlittle pots of expensive moisturiserโ.
This can also be true.
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However, if you choose an eye cream or serum with an active ingredient, or in this case retinol, youโll be doing much more than just simply hydrating your crowโs feet.
Retinol often scares first-time users, but starting out with an eye-specific formula is actually an excellent choice.
As this area is typically more sensitive, retinol eye creams are formulated to be both gentle enough and effective enough to renew the skinโs surface.
The result? A smoother, plumper and youthful-looking eye area.
This silky eye serum can be used all over the eye, including the eyelids. It uses retinol to tighten and improve skin texture, while the antioxidants found in ferulic acid help to fight free radicals.
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The celebrity engagement announcements seem to be the tune of 2022. After welcoming their son, Dakota in April of last year, Brenda Song and Macaulay Culkin are officially engaged. They pair have been together for four years, after meeting on the set of Changeland in Thailand, before being spotted grabbing dinner at an Italian restaurant in 2017.
The news broke after a source told Peoplethat the two were engaged, with E! Newslater confirming the news after Song was photographed in Beverly Hills sporting a massive diamond engagement ring. You can see the photos here, with the ring appearing to be pear or tear-drop shaped, taking up most of her ring finger.
The couple are notoriously private, but in August 2020, Song offered a rare glimpse into their relationship with a sweet Birthday tribute to Culkin. She took to Instagram, writing:
โHappy 40th birthday to this magical being,โ she wrote. โI could sit here and write endlessly about how wonderful, kind, loving, genuine, loyal, honest, brilliant and hilarious you are, and how grateful I am that I get to share and do this life thing with you. But firstly, that would take me an eternity and secondly, you wonโt even see this because you donโt ever use instagram. Hahaha. My unicorn that I never thought could exist, I am luckiest person in the world because I am loved by you.โ
Back in 2018, Culkin announced his desires to start a family with song while appearing on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast, saying that he was keen to โmake some babies.โ
He continued by expressing how happy he was with where his life was at, and his excitement for building a life with Song.
โI have a pretty little family โ a pretty girl, a pretty dog, a pretty cat and all that stuff. Weโre gonna move,โ he said at the time. โWeโre doing the house thing and all that kind of stuff,โ the Home Alone actor said.
Song is equally as smitten with Culkin, gushing about him during an interview with Esquire back in 2020.
โPeople donโt realize how incredibly kind and loyal and sweet and smart he is,โ she said. โTruly what makes Mack so special is that he is so unapologetically Mack. He knows who he is, and heโs 100 percent okay with that. And that to me is an incredibly sexy quality. Heโs worked really hard to be the person he is.โ
This will be the Songโs first marriage, while it marks Culkinโs second, given that he was previously married to to Rachel Miner, from 1998 to 2002.
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With the Friends reunion well and truly behind us, weโre feeling a little nostalgic.
Thereโs no denying that we love the original cast, but the sitcom wouldnโt be what it is without a few surprise scenes from a few favourite celebrities.
From Winona Ryder to Richard Branson, thereโs been no shortage of stars who made a big splash on set.
Some were just starting out in their careers while others were already household names, but we loved watching each and every one of them.
Here, weโve rounded up the 26 cameos from celebrities over the years.
Anna Faris (Season 10)
Anna appeared toward the end of the show as the biological mother of Monica and Chandlerโs adopted twins.
Kristin Davis (Season 7)
Sex and the City was at the height of its popularity when Kristin made a guest-appearance as Joeyโs love interest. Rachel and Phoebe become obsessed with making their relationship last, but unfortunately it didnโt continue for longer than one episode. In a recent interview withToday, it turns out, Davis was rather nervous to take on the role because of the live studio audience.
โI remember losing sleep.Sex and the Citywas in production, but I was nervous to be the tiny character of Erin, losing sleep, partly because of the live audience,โ she said. โBut partly because youโre in this world that has been created that is so alive and so specific and youโre trying to make sure youโre fitting yourself in there properly.โ
She continued, โI remember, like, โWill I set that joke up OK? Will Matt [LeBlanc] be happy? Will I just go blank?โ Things go through your head when youโre in those situations that are heightened like that. Obviously, it was the highest of the high at that point.โ
Danny DeVito (Season 10)
All credit goes to Danny DeVito for his incredible appearance as Phoebeโs surprise stripper at her bridal shower. His memorable crying scene and dance routine made for very enjoyable viewing.
Dakota Fanning (Season 10)
Child actress Dakota was already famous in her own right for starring in Cat in the Hat and Uptown Girls when she made her appearance on the sitcom. She appeared in the final season and befriended Joey as the child who lived in the house Monica and Chandler were viewing.
Paul Rudd (Seasons 9 & 10)
Who can forget Paul Ruddโs ongoing contribution to the show as Phoebeโs pianist boyfriend, and eventual husband, Mike Hannigan. Their love story was really one for the ages.
Christina Applegate (Season 9 & 10)
Christina appeared as the sister of Rachel Green in several episodes, with her snooty attitude making her a memorable character. In fact, her performance was so good, the cameo won her an Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy in 2003.
Dermot Mulroney (Season 9)
Already loved for his role in My Best Friendโs Wedding, Dermot played Rachelโs coworker turned love interest for three episodes. In an interview, he reveals people would call out to him by his characterโs name, Gavin, when they saw him in the street.
Hank Azaria (Seasons 1, 7 & 9)
Phoebeโs scientist boyfriend who leaves her to work in Minsk was certainly a recurring favourite. His character continued to pop up throughout the series, often wreaking havoc on Phoebesโ heart.
Aisha Taylor (Season 9)
Originally Joeyโs palaeontologist girlfriend, Aisha eventually found a more compatible match in Ross (not before breaking a few hearts, though).
Alec Baldwin (Season 8)
Alec Baldwin made a memorable appearance as Phoebeโs irritatingly enthusiastic boyfriend. He appeared for two episodes before everyone found his overly joyful personality unbearable and Phoebe decided to end things.
Brad Pitt (Season 8)
Arguably the best celebrity appearance of them all, Brad Pitt nailed the role of Ross and Rachelโs former classmate and founder of the โI Hate Rachel Greenโ club. Funnily enough, him and Aniston were married in real life at the time of filming.
Willie Garson (Season 5)
The late Willie Garson is typically known for his role as Stanford Blatch, Carrie Bradshawโs best friend, in Sex And The City. But what some may not know that Garson also had an appearance in Friendsโ fifth season. In the sitcom, Garson played the character of Steve Cera, a neighbour of Ross Geller, who asked Ross to donate to the caretaker of the building whoโs reaching retirement, despite Ross having just moved in.
Winona Ryder (Season 7)
Winona appeared as a former sorority sister of Rachel who becomes embroiled in a heated debate about whether or not they once shared a kiss. Ultimately, she confesses her undying love for Rachel at the end, but the feelings are sadly not reciprocated.
Susan Sarandon (Season 7)
A dramatically memorable performance came from Susan Sarandon in her role as soap star Jessica Lockhart. Trying to imagine her brain in Joeyโs body was wildly unbelievable, but extremely amusing.
Bruce Willis (Season 6)
The iconic Bruce Willis appeared on the show for a few episodes as Rachelโs boyfriend, Paul. He also happened to be the father of Rossโ 20-year-old girlfriend which was uncomfortable to say the least.
Reese Witherspoon (Season 6)
Reese absolutely nailed the role of Rachelโs spoiled little sister Jill. She ended up going on a date with Ross in one of the episodes but as we all imagined, it didnโt end well.
Elle Macpherson (Season 6)
Playing the role of Joeyโs roommate and eventual girlfriend, Elleโs character made waves for taking a dislike toward the group.
Cole Sprouse (Seasons 6, 7 & 8)
Cole was an adorable addition to the series, playing Ross and Carolโs son. He later revealed he developed a big crush on Jennifer Aniston while filming (and who can blame him)?
Richard Branson (Season 4)
He only appears for a minute but the Richard Branson cameo is a great one. Making a dig at his billionaire status, heโs seen trying to sell cheap merchandise to Joey and Chandler.
Hugh Laurie (Season 4)
The hilarious scene between Hugh Laurie and Jennifer Aniston plays out while sheโs travelling over to London to surprise him at his wedding. After growing increasingly infuriated with her, Hugh eventually tells her he believes they were actually โon a breakโ, to the amusement of everyone.
Sarah Ferguson (Season 4)
A trip to London wouldnโt be complete without a cameo from Fergie herself. She even has time to grab a quick selfie with Joey in his ridiculously large Union Jack hat.
Billy Crystal and Robin Williams (Season 3)
Billy and Robin actually made their cameo by chance as they happened to be filming on a nearby set while an episode of Friends was taking place. They stopped by Central Perk for a quick cup of coffee and played out an entirely impromptu scene. Unsurprisingly, hilarity ensued.
Ben Stiller (Season 3)
Ben Stiller has one of the funniest cameos throughout the show, playing Rachelโs boyfriend with extreme anger issues. For some reason, nobody is privy to his outbursts except Ross, but it all comes crashing down eventually.
Julia Roberts (Season 2)
She was one of Hollywoodโs biggest rising stars at the time, and Julia Roberts did not disappoint with her cameo. Playing the role of Susie Moss, she comes back to seek revenge on Chandler for a humiliating incident that occured while they were at school together.
Brooke Shields (Season 2)
This well-known actress appears as a Dr. Drake Ramoray (Joey) superfan. She has a hard time understanding that his character on the show isnโt who he actually is in real life, bless her.
Charlie Sheen (Season 2)
Phoebe contracts the chicken pox right before her old flame Ryan (played by Charlie Sheen) returns from his post in the navy. Unfortunately, they both end up contracting it but the itching and scratching does make for great television.
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When one thinks of Kate Middleton, the mind directly goes to perfectly cut midis, tailored trousers and, if weโre lucky enough, a glimmering sequinned gown.
So when the Duchess of Cambridge stepped out this week in a leopard print shirt dress, courtesy of Derek Lam 10 Crosby, you couldnโt really blame us for doing a double take.
As per usual, the future queen consort of the UK looked effortless and chic in the unexpected print, with the dressโ khaki hue setting it off subtly.
She pulled the look together by adding a belt by ba&sh, gold hoop earrings from ASOS and a pair of black knee-high boots. A winter wardrobe dream, to say the least.
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Of course, this isnโt the only time weโve seen the Duchess rock the unique print. Back in January 2020, Kate stepped out in Cardiff, Wales wearing a striking leopard print midi-skirt.
The bold print was surprising enough in itself, but it was the fact the skirt was from High Street label Zara (and worth around AUD$50) that really cemented it as a style hit at the time.
The Duchess is known for mixing High Street bargains in her wardrobe repertoireโand perhaps this leopard-print moment was the inspiration behind her most recent outfit, two years later.
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The Duchessโ engagement this week was to celebrate the success of the mental health text service, called Shout. Kate, along with her husband Prince William, and in-laws Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan set up the organisation back in 2017.
With more than one million conversations now held over the crisis help text service, Kate marked the milestone by visiting the organisationโs London headquarters to meet with staff and volunteers dedicated to the service.
Today, we were thrilled to welcome @KensingtonRoyal to speak to three of our fantastic Shout Volunteers, @alexiscaught, Selena and Angus, to celebrate their vital role in helping us take 1 million conversations with people needing urgent mental health support ๐ pic.twitter.com/9bKTNURFs5
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Fashion is back to its former glory, with the city of lights playing host to the countless celebrities in town for the Menswear and Haute Couture shows at Paris Fashion Week.
From the Grand Palais to the Champs-รlysรฉes and everywhere along the Seine, our favourite A-listers have pulled out all the stops and are giving us a lesson on how to perfect French fashion on the cobbled streets and the highly covetable front rows.
Here, we round up all the celebrity street style moments from Paris Fashion Week 2022 that will have you saying โjโadoreโ.
Margot Robbie outside Chanel
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Kanye West and Julia Fox outside Schiaparelli
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Cara Delevingne outside Dior
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Adut Akech Bior outside Schiaparelli
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Simon Porte Jacquemus and Carine Roitfeld outside Schiaparelli
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Olivier Rousteing outside Schiaparelli
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Laverne Cox outside Schiaparelli
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Lucien Laviscount outside Dior
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Tyler The Creator outside Louis Vuitton
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Evan Mock outside Louis Vuitton
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We will continue to update this piece with additional looks as shows continue so be sure to check in for more.
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Dylan Alcott has just been announced as Australian Of The Year 2022, and Australia is pretty happy about it. In his emotional acceptance speech, he reflected on the difficulties heโs faced throughout his life, from being bullied at school to dealing with a lack of representation in the media. He revealed he went from hating his disability, to loving it, and gave thanks to his friends, family and โamazing partnerโ for helping him see just how wonderful he is.
If youโre wondering who his amazing partner is, itโs none other than Australian sexologist, Chantelle Otten. Read on as we uncover how the pair met, and more about Ottenโ the woman who has changed Dylanโs life for the better.
How did Chantelle Otten and Dylan Alcott meet?
Chantelle and Dylanโs love story is a classic one. Chantelle was dragged along to Dylanโs book signing event as a plus one of her friend, little did she knew, sheโd be meeting the love of her life there.
Speaking to Mamamiaโs No Filterpodcast, Chantelle recalls the moment she first laid eyes on him.
โI looked across the room, and I saw him and I just went: โAh, thatโs my personโ. Thatโs the person Iโm going to be with for the rest of my life. โI really felt this wave come over my body. And he was just so beautiful to look at and the way that he spoke. And I think that I just recognised that what he was doing was so similar to what I was doing. I really felt like I had met my match at that point,โ she said.
The pair didnโt really speak at the event, with Chantelle finding herself overcome with shyness. She posted about the event on Instagram, and Dylan sent her a DM in response, after that, she decided to ask him out for a drink, where they proceeded to embark on a 12-hour long date (a definite sign of a good time).
After their incredible date, Chantelle went back to Holland for a few months to spend time with her family. Upon returning, Dylan expressed just how much heโd missed her, and she moved into his house just a week later.
As for the first time they had sex, Chantelle said that they were both pleased with the way things panned out.
โI think we were both pretty nervous to be honest,โ she said. โBut we had a lot of practice and it worked out well.โ
Given that they both have sizeable online media followings and live life in the public eye, theyโre used to being approached in public. Chantelle did say, however, that she finds it hurtful when people praise her for being โbraveโ in her relationship with Dylan.
โIโve definitely had people come up to me and say, Youโre such a brave person, or youโre so kind, or youโre a saint. And Iโm like, Are you kidding? He looks after me,โ she said.
What does Chantelle Otten do for work?
Chantelle is an internationally-acclaimed psycho-sexologist who is passionate about breaking down sexual stigma, bolstering peopleโs self-esteem and normalising all the ins and outs of sex, in all its many forms. She has a Bachelor of Psychological Science, a Masters of Science Medicine in Sexual Health/Psychosexual Therapy and attended the ESSM School of Sexual Medicine. In short, sheโs pretty damn qualified.
She also works as an Australian Sexual Health and Wellness Ambassador for Lovehoney and is a consultant for Bumble Australia. Last year, she published her first book titled, The Sex Ed You Never Had, which covers everything from anatomy and reproductive health to self-esteem and communication.
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The codes of the luxury maison Chanel are simple; tweed, pearls, camellias, yet Creative Director Virginie Viard is ushering a new motif for the houseโthe horse.
While Haute Couture presentations are typically revered for their theatricality, especially at Chanel, Viard surprised us all with an unlikely surprise guest who opened the Spring/Summer 2022 collection presentation at the equine dreamscape at the Grand Palais.
Fashion and European royalty, Charlotte Casiraghi, who is the granddaughter of Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco, proved that this season is set to be a horse girl summer. How, you ask? Only by commencing the show with a saunter around the runway on horseback.
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Of course, this isnโt the first time a horse has graced the catwalk at Chanel with model Lola Nicon as the โbrideโ mounting a white horse to close the labelโs Spring/Summer 2021 Haute Couture show.
Donning an apt jockeyโs cap, riding boots and black tweed jacket, Casiraghi set the tone for the collection which featured quintessential pant suits, delicate dresses and of course the iconic bride.
Virad subvert our expectations for a more androgynous approach of Haute Couture, instead showcasing โethereal dresses that float as if suspendedโ adorned with โfringes, macramรฉ, bright lace, iridescent tweeds and colourful jewelled buttonsโ, as per the collection notes.
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Rather than the more practical riding shoe, Virad styled the models in two-toned Mary Janes which are a nod to the golden era of the house in the 1920โs.
Gabrielle Chanelโs effervescent femininity is definitely an inspiration for the collection with plenty of Coco-isms at play. The poster child of the roaring twenties was the flapper, so Viard presented peplum-esque silhouettes that brought the look into a contemporary age.
Fringe hangs of a bodice in one look, while elsewhere in the collection itโs used as accent shoulders and waistlines. The makeup of the collection is true to form, inspired by leading ladies in silent movies like Metropolis and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.
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While Chanel certainly isnโt horsing around this season, we canโt help but wonder whether this saddle club style is back?
While Collina Stradaโs Spring/Summer 2022 show took the horse motif literally, showcasing paper mache horse heads as an avant-garde accessory, weโre wondering whether itโs time to stock up on tailored blazers, knee high boots and cigarette trousers, all Chanel of course.
Keep scrolling for marie claireโs favourite looks from the collection below.
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The secrets of the Playboy mansion are being brought to life in an explosive new documentary. Holly Madison, one of the original bunnies, is lifting the lid on the sordid details that went on inside the house, claiming that she was afraid to leave because of the โmountains of revenge pornโ which Hugh Hefner kept of all the women.
โHeโs taking all kinds of naked pictures of these women when we were wasted out of our minds,โ the 42-year-old said. โIt was just gross.โ
Speaking to Toofab in December, Holly explained that Hefner would make โcopies of the photos he tookโ and โhand them out to everyone who had gone out that night.โ
Crystal Hefner (the wife of the late magazine magnate) confirmed Hollyโs claims, tweeting:
โI found thousands of those disposable camera photos you are talking about @hollymadison. I immediately ripped them up and destroyed every single one of them for you and the countless other women in them. Theyโre gone.โ
Holly then retweeted Crystal, writing โthank you.โ
Later in the documentary, Holly detailed her personal life and the circumstances which lead her to the mansion. She said that she had trouble connecting with people as a young woman, and considered herself to be โkind of asexualโ before meeting Hefner. She moved to Los Angeles to finish college, and moved into the mansion at the age of 21. After taking part in Hefnerโs โgroup sexโ bedtime routine, she asked him to move in, claiming she was drawn to the sense of โcommunityโ the mansion fostered.
It wasnโt long though, before the illusion shattered, with Holly now comparing Hefnerโs organisation to a cult.
โThe reason I think the mansion was very cultlike, looking back on it, is because we were all kind of gaslit and expected to think of Hef as, like, this really good guy. You started to feel like, โOh, heโs not what they say in the media โ heโs just a nice man,โโ she explained.
The 10-part docuseries, titled Secrets Of Playboy will be airing on BINGE sometime later this year, but the date has not yet been confirmed. You can stream the first episode on Foxtel Now on the 24th April.
A few days ago, Playboy released an open letter on Mediumwhich addressed the allegations brought forth in the documentary. The company condemned the actions of Hefner, calling them โabhorrent actionsโ and reaffirming the companyโs stance on
โWe trust and validate women and their stories, and we strongly support the individuals who have come forward to share their experiences. We will continue to confront any parts of our legacy that do not reflect our values today, and to build upon the progress we have made as we evolve as a company so we can drive positive change for you and our communities.โ
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Tennis legend, Paralympian and activist Dylan Alcott has made history by becoming the first Australian Of The Year with a disability.
The 31-year-old athlete was visibly moved after winning the prestigious award, given to him for his achievements in sport and his advocacy for people with disabilities.
โIโve been in a wheelchair my whole life โฆ Iโve known nothing but having a disability,โ he said in his acceptance speech.
โIf Iโm honest with you, I canโt tell you how much I used to hate myself. I used to hate having a disability. I hated being different.โ
He continued: โWhenever I turned on the TV or the radio or the newspaper, I never saw anybody like me. And, whenever I did, it was a road safety ad where someone drink drives, has a car accident and whatโs the next scene? Someone like me in tears because their life was over.
โI thought to myself, โThatโs not my lifeโ, but I believed that was going to be my life. But Iโm so lucky that I had one of the best families, some of the best friends, my beautiful partner and my whole team who told me that I was worthy.โ
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Alcott also dedicated part of his acceptance speech to healthcare workers across Australia who are working tirelessly on the frontline as the country battles with the COVID-19 pandemic.
โThe last two years have been so tough on so many people and I feel honestly ridiculous being here,โ he said.
โTo our front-line workers, our nurses, our doctors, people running our vaccines, ambulances, firefighters, you deserve this much more than a guy who hits tennis balls and loves talking. I really mean that. Itโs such a huge honour.โ
Lastly, Alcott paid tribute to our outgoing Australian of the Year for 2021, Grace Tame, activist and advocate for survivors of sexual assault.
โTame, you are fierce and I love it,โ he said.
โYou have done so much for your cause and if I could be one-eighth of the Australian of the Year that you were, I think Iโve done my job.
โWhen I won the US Open I skolled a beer out of my trophy and you said, โIf I got to pass the mantle over to this guy Iโd be honoured. But we have to skoll the beer togetherโ. Give me a couple of days and then we can do it. Not just yet,โ he laughed, referencing the fact that heโs still in the midst of competing at the Australian Open tennis tournament.
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Alcott has won 23 quad wheelchair grand slams, and he became the first male in tennis history to win a Golden Slam (winning all four grand slams within a year, as well as winning gold at the Olympics).
In 2017, the activist founded the Dylan Alcott Foundation, which provides scholarships and grant funding to marginalised Australians with a disability.
He also launched AbilityFest, which is Australiaโs first and only inclusive, fully accessible music festival.
Australianโs across the country were thrilled with his win, with iconic TV journalist Lisa Wilkinson writing on Instagram: โSuch a brilliant choiceโฆafter Graceโs incredible year. And what a brilliant acceptance speechโฆalready calling government to account on the NDIS, RAT tests, inclusion, and the like. Another Australian of the year who is going to use their platform as a force for good. Bravo!โ
Olympian Giaan Rooney also shared her excitement for Alcott, writing: โSo well deserved โ a sporting profile that is changing lives! Congratulations Dylan!!!โ
We couldnโt agree with these statements moreโhereโs to a glorious year ahead for Dylan.
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When it comes to filming sex scenes, any woman would find it challenging to bare all in front of a full set of crew members. And for more mature actors amongst Hollywoodโs A-list, Emma Thompson says that the pressure only increases.
The two-time Oscar winnerโand hardcore Adele loverโhas opened up about how she prepared to film an intimate scene in her upcoming film, Good Luck To You, Leo Grande, during an interview for one of the 2022 Sundance Film Festivalโs virtual panels, โCinema Cafรฉโ.
In the sex-positive film, Thompson plays Nancy Stokes, a widowed teacher who hired a male escort, played by Daryl McCormack, in the hopes of experiencing an orgasm for the first time in her life. To do so, Thompsonโs character glances at herself in a mirror and removes her robe, a scene which she says took an abundance of work with McCormack and the filmโs director.
โ[Director] Sophie [Hyde], Daryl, and I rehearsed entirely nude and talked about our bodies,โ she said.
โ[We] talked about our relationship with our bodies, drew them, discussed the things that we find difficult about, things we like about them, described one anotherโs bodies.โ
WATCH BELOW: The 2022 Sundance Film Festivalโs โCinema Cafรจโ with Emma Thompson
While the Love Actually actress spoke of how filming such a sensitive scene was done with care and consideration, she also revealed that it felt โvery challengingโ to take part in such an intimate scene at the age of 62.
She went on to explain how doing so felt even more difficult given the โdreadful demandsโ forced onto women to meet certain body expectations.
โItโs very challenging to be nude at 62,โ she admitted, explaining how the scene sees her character โstand in front a mirror alone and she drops her robeโ.
โNothing has changed in the dreadful demands made upon women in the real world but also in acting,โ Thompson said. โThis thing of having to be thin is still the same as it ever way, and actually in some ways, I think itโs worse now.โ
However, while Thompson found the process difficult, she revealed that she may not have been able to go through with it at an earlier time in her life.
โI donโt think I couldโve done it before the age that I am. And yet, of course, the age that I am makes it extremely challenging because we arenโt used to seeing untreated bodies on the screen.โ
No matter what, thereโs no doubt in our minds that any female actor who takes part in any intimate scene should be made to feel just as beautiful as we see them.
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Today, a womanโs smileโor rather, lack-there-ofโfilled half the country with joy, and sent the other half into an apoplectic fit. I am, of course, talking about Grace Tameโs photoshoot with Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
It was a photo seen around the country. A sullen-faced Tame, her fiancรฉ Max Heerey, the Prime Minister, and his wife Jenny, arriving at the Lodge in Canberra to celebrate the 2022 Australian of the Year finalists.
For many women (this author included), Tameโs expression summed up everything this past year has asked us to weather. Weโve offered our trauma for public perusal, and instead of the systemic change so desperately needed, found meaningless platitudes instead.
However, for some people, Tame refusing to play to the feminine mainstays of smiling and making nice was simply too much. In comments sections, national broadsheets and even in the posts of our elected officials, sheโs been called childish, disrespectful, and ungracious.
Childish? For what? Refusing to provide a PR-friendly photo opportunity for a Prime Minister who hasโin my opinionโfailed repeatedly to lead when it comes to womenโs safety? Attending an event where she was a guest of honour?
As Nina Funnell, the journalist behind the #LetHerSpeak campaign that allowed Grace to tell her story said: โWhat exactly did they think would happen when they organised this photo op? Grace Tame is not the type to lie about how she feels. And nor should we ever put her in a position where she is expected to.โ
Itโs hard to believe that it was only 12 months ago that Tame was announced as the 2021 Australian of the Year, an event that no oneโnot Tame, not the public, and certainly not Scott Morrisonโcould have anticipated would spark such a domino effect.
It was seeing Tame side by side with the Prime Minister that inspired Brittany Higgins, a former Liberal party staffer, to speak up about her alleged sexual assault. She has inspired countless other conversationsโaround dinner tables, workplaces, and amongst friendsโabout the evil truth of child sexual abuse in this country. Sheโs even been responsible to a 30-year high in people accessing sexual assault support services, with many saying they felt it was okay to access help after seeing Tame speak.
During these last 12 months, Grace Tame has worked tirelessly to bring cultural and structural change towards ending sexual abuse of children and others. Sheโs retraumatised herself again and again, left herself open to personal attacks, and does it allโmost of the timeโwith a grin.
โItโs terrifying to do something in the face of evil, but whatโs more terrifying is not doing something,โ she told marie claire Australia in 2021. โThereโs so much more potential suffering to come from doing nothing.โ
So no, sheโs under no obligation to smile next to the man who had to think of workplace sexual assault โas a fatherโ, rather than a leader. (โHaving children doesnโt guarantee a conscience,โ Tame said at the time.) She shouldnโt โhaveโ to smile next to a man whose government created an action plan to address violence against women and children that contained โno genuine commitment, no legitimate action, just hollow wordsโ.
She doesnโt owe you a smile. If anything, Scott Morrison might want to try wiping off his.
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At Diorโs Spring/Summer 2022 Haute Couture collection, Maria Grazia Chiuri once again cements herself as a grand couturier with her ode to masterful artisans and the meaningful collaborations that construct a fashion empire.
At the heart of the collection lies a โdesire to abolish the boundaries between arts and craftโ, reads a press release.
Itโs a complete contrast to the kaladospic wearable avant-garde art emerging designer Jordan Gogos is pioneering, but Diorโs collection pushes the boundaries, calling for haute couture to be a fully realised โthree-dimensional conceptual actโ.
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Despite the collection filled with plenty of Chiuri-isms, read: pristine tailoring and modest hemlines, exquisite embroidery is the focal point of the presentation, contrasting the structural simplicity of Chiuriโs designs with the work of a skillful atelier.
Speaking to the prevalence of embroidery in the collection, Dior revealed in its show notes that this was โa symbol of the atelierโs original excellence not just a decorative detail. It gives fabric its structure, its architectureโ.
This is most apparent in the striking asymmetrical bodysuits and signature evening dresses adorned with โshardsโ that give movement to the material.
Tulle is embroidered with tassels of fine pearls and diamond shaped satin tubes to make the romantic gown to end all gowns. Elsewhere in the collection, silk crepe dance across the models body in floor grazing ecru skirts and gunmetal day dresses.
Itโs fluid femininity at its finest.
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A focus on structured shapes is seen in the androgynous suiting, with a minimalist white eyeliner complimenting the collectionโs architecture with a Euphoria-esque twist.
Staples of menswear, including vests and waistcoats, are given a modern makeover with fringe embroidered onto fishnet and organza.
While Dior is rooted in traditional French craftsmanship, Chiuri is ushering in a new era for the maison with her collaboration with Indian artist couple Madhvi and Manu Parekh, the Chanakya Atelier and the Chanakya School of Craft.
Arts and crafts defy boundaries and borders, with collaboration and creativity the crux of the collection.
Diorโs Spring/Summer 2022 Haute Couture collection is suitable to every palette, and will definitely satisfy your appetite.
For marie claireโs favourites from the collection, keep scrolling below.
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With a new season of Married At First Sight almost in full swing for yet another year, weโre only just being introduced to the season nine contestantsโand of course, counting down the days until their fairy tale.
But while we eagerly wait the new scandals on the horizon, it makes sense that many want to know who stood the test of timeโฆ last year.
If weโre to believe the experts in the lead up to the Channel Nine social experiment, season eightโs cast showcased โrealโ love storiesโand thereโs no doubt that sparks were flying for the first crop of couples.
Speaking in conversation with The Latch, series experts Mel Schilling, John Aiken and newcomer clinical sexologist, Alessandra Rampolla, initially touched on what fans could expect to see transpire between the couples back in 2021.
When asked if there were โany love storiesโ between contestants that year, Schilling enthusiastically said: โYes!โ.
But what she right? Below, an investigation into which Married At First Sightseason eight couples are still together.
Samantha & Cameron
It was an instant connection for MAFS couple Sam and Cam on their wedding day, but if recent teasers are anything to go by it looks like the groom lands himself in hot water later in the season.
Thanks to an editing mishap, eagle-eyed fans have seen an unfaithful partnership revealedโand it proved that Cam cheated on his new TV bride.
In a piece of juicy footage, twocontestants could be seen out of focus and only from the knees down. The groom in question can be seen holding another by the leg, saying โI wish that the experts matched us.โ
And as we know, the two contestants turned out to be Cameron and bride Coco. Soon after, Cameron and Coco began meeting up in secretafter their respective marriages started going downhill. And whilemany speculated that Coco and Cameron would re-enter the experiment together,it didnโt happen.
โWhat made it hard to pursue that afterwards was that we were right in the midst of COVID and in different states. I was going to Queensland and she was staying in Sydney,โ Cameron told Nine Now.
Despite this, Cameron was happy with his decision to leave the experiment, due to โpressureโ that would have surfaced from staying.
โI know it would have been hard regardless. I know there would have been a lot of pressure on us as the couple that had the scandal,โ he said.
โโThat was at the time where my relationship was so low and it was nice to have somebody to share that experience with. I think โcause things were so bad with Sam I didnโt feel like I was able to by myself. And then when Coco and I started hanging out I was able to be myself and have a laugh,โ he said.
As for Samantha, she revealed that she thought Cameron and Coco would enter the experiment together, but despite this she was firm in her decision to leave.
โIt was a no-brainer. The moment I threw the ring on the table [at the previous Dinner Party] I knew that there was no chance [of my marriage working],โ she said.
Booka & Brett
MAFSโ resident quirky couple Booka and Brett quickly stole the hearts of the nation when sparks flew at their wedding, but their relationship began to crumble rather quickly.
Following their nuptials, gossip site The Wash noted that Melbourne-based Brett was noticeably absent from Bookaโs MAFS viewing party in Perth, while fans noticed that while Brett was following his new bride on Instagram, she wasnโt following him back (the tell-tale sign of all good relationships, really).
Viewers may have guessed that meant the couple were no longer together, but Pedestrian did some further digging and found a sneaky comment on Facebook that quickly debunked this theory.
โIโm not giving away any spoilers talk but this insta sh*t means zero. I donโt follow anyone from the show cos thatโs the rulessss. Brett clearly gives zero fu*ks about rules. That is all. As you were bows,โ she wrote.
However, reality TV podcastSo Dramatic! revealed that multiple sources have confirmed to host Megan Pustetto that the coupledidnโtmake it out of the experiment.
โI can confirm that these two are no longer together, and not only that, they donโt even make it to the final vows,โ Pustetto said.
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Melissa & Bryce
Despite a rocky start to the relationship, potential for Bryce and Melissaโs long-term relationship began to surface throughout the season and following filming.
Of course, by July 2021, the couple confirmed that not only were they engaged to be married, but they were expecting twins.
In a cover shoot withNew Idea, the couple have announced that not only are they engaged, but that Melissa is pregnant with twins.
Speaking to the publication, Bryce revealed that the sudden life milestones โall happened very fastโ.
In the coupleโs photoshoot, Bryce is seen cradling Melissaโs baby bump as the pair hold up a sonogram of their two bundles of joy.
โWeโre not doing this for anybody else, itโs about usโweโre cementing our love,โ Bryce said. โMelissa deserves to be happy and Iโm apparently very good at that, so Iโm looking forward to making it all official.โ
On October 16 2021, the couple announced that theyโd welcomed two twin boys, named Levi and Tate, 10 weeks earlier than expected.
โOur love for them is greater than anything we could have ever imagined and while these next 9 weeks are going to be agony as the battle their way through NICU and SCN,โ Melissa wrote on Instagram. โI cannot wait for that moment where they are in my arms on their way home.โ
Jake & Beck
While Jake was initially smitten with his new bride, the affection wasnโt quite reciprocated after Beck claimed her new groom was looking at her like she was a โpiece of meat.โ
Appearing onNova 96.9โs Fitzy & WippaBeck spoke about her former relationship with the 32-year-old charity CEO, revealing they didnโt โchoose each other.โ
โI donโt choose Jake. Jake doesnโt choose me,โ she said.
By the end of the season, it became no secret that Jake and Beck didnโt leave the show on the best of terms. After the explosive season finale, Beck was called out by experts for kissing a mystery man at the end of a video call, while she visited Perth during filming to be by her unwell dog. Upon watching the footage, she later confessed to being unfaithful, well, sort of.
โI do consider it to an extent cheating. But do I think cheating like that is a hard boundary that should end a relationship? No, I donโt,โ she said.
โJake and I werenโt obviously broken up at time, however, at the time that it did happen, I had written leaveโฆ I think it was 12 hours before that kiss,โ she added.
Since the end of the show, the two went their separate ways, with Beck moving on with her new boyfriend Ben Michell. And in December 2021, she and Michell announced that they were pregnant and expecting a baby girl in 2022.
Coco & Sam
While Coco admitted she knew how โextraโ she could be, the bride put it all on the line during her wedding to Sam. Although, it looked like he wasnโt really willing to see how things work out.
And of course, it comes as no surprise that the pair never rekindled their marriage.
While fans hoped that Coco and Sam might re-enter the experiment together, it never happened.
Sam told Nine Now in an interview that โthere was a conversation to see if we could come back to the experiment together, but it just wasnโt the case.โ
He added, โWhat made it hard to pursue that afterwards was that we were right in the midst of COVID and in different states. I was going to Queensland and she was staying in Sydney.โ
Currently, Coco appears to be single, while rumours claim that Sam has been dating Sandra Rato, who starred on The Bachelor Australia in 2015.
Alana & Jason
Despite having their ups-and-downs, Alana and Jasonโs time on the social experiment looked to be rather successful. While fans had hoped that the pair would go their separate ways, they ended filming by deciding to stay married.
However, it seems that they are no longer together.
In August 2021, Alana opened up about why the pair separated after the series ended.
In an interview with Yahoo Lifestyle, she opened up about controversy around her husband, after a video of himself and other contestants making fun of bisexual groom Liam Cooper surfaced.
โWell, obviously the controversy was something that ended our relationship,โ she told the publication. โSo it impacted me in the way that Jason and I are not together anymore. We were never able to get past that controversy.โ
Alana also confirmed she lost contact with her husband after the series ended, as they had separate friendship groups.
Currently, she doesnโt look to be dating anyone and neither does Jason.
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Dior is stepping into 2022 on the right footโa grey, suede and buckled leather foot.
Unveiled at the legacy luxury labelโs Fall/Winter 2022 Menswear presentation, Dior are making Birkenstocks cool again with the perfect transeasonal shoe that will take you from the รผber chic streets of Paris to the *checks notes* garden bed.
Teaming up with the cult German shoe brand, who literally made the dad sandal covetable, the maison delivered a reinvented design of the classic Tokio Mules and Milano Sandals.
Brace yourself, clogs will be all the rage this season.
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While Birkenstock is riding off the success of past collaborations with high fashion houses Rick Owens, who somehow made mules goth, and Proenza Schouler, the perfect minimalist sandal, their partnership with Dior holds much more meaning than meets the eye.
The collection is an ode to Christian Diorโs love of nature and passion for the art of gardening. Weโre not sure about you, but weโre all of sudden really interested in botany.
Featuring luxe felt and suede materials and industrial buckles, which youโll recognise from the Dior Saddle Bag, the highly functional shoe may just be your new go-to slip on.
Just be careful around soil, these are sure to stain easily.
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Just in case you were thinking that these would be the perfect accompaniment to your lazy Sunday morning brunches, Creative Director Kim Jones will make you think again.
The โhorticulture, but make it fashionโ footwear is adorned with daintily embroidered floral motifs, perfect for living out our cottage-core fantasies.
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With the collection unveiled on the 75th anniversary of the maison, weโre sure Monsieur Dior is proud of the direction Jones is taking the brand in the new decade.
As for how weโll be styling the new collection? Weโll be taking cues from the catwalk and pairing our Dior x Birkenstocks with slouchy slacks and sweats, soft as butter trenches and boxy blazers.
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Fans of Bridgerton and Downton Abbey can consider their next binge-watch sorted.
The release of brand new period drama The Gilded Age is set to provide the first streaming shake up of 2022, with the New York City-based narrative providing a fresh lens on the lives and loves of the Big Appleโs natives in the nineteenth century.
The story starts in the year 1882 following young country-raised Pennsylvanian Marian Brook, who moves to New York City to live with her aunties, all of whom have cushy fifth avenue lifestyles (thanks to old money).
Per Variety, the show will cover โhuge fortunes made and lost, and of palaces that spanned the length of Fifth Avenueโโseriously, itโs Sex and the City but make it Victorian.
With its release date finally upon us, we thought it high time to do a deep dive on the show, including answering the all-important question: where you can watch it here in Australia. Scroll on for the low-down.
What is The Gilded Age about?
The show was written and produced by Downton AbbeyโsJulian Fellowes and Gareth Neame. Going by the British period dramaโs previous success, you know this one is going to be good.
As mentioned above, the show follows young Marian Brook who moves to New York City following the death of her father. There, she becomes embroiled in a social war between her rich aunty and one of her affluent neighbours. Over the course of nine episodes, weโll see Marian come to terms with her own identity in a society driven by wealth and greedโall while she manoeuvres the quirks of her familyโs lavish lifestyles and the drama that comes with it.
Who is in the cast of The Gilded Age?
One of the sure-fire signs proving this show is a goodunโ is the stellar cast Fellowes recruited.
Newcomer Louisa Jacobson stars as Marian Brook, while Sex and the Cityโs Cynthia Nixon andThe Good Fightโs Christine Baranski play her two aunties, Ada and Agnes.
UnREALโs Denรฉe Benton plays Marianโs friend and aspiring writer Peggy Scott, while Morgan Spector and Carrie Coon play rich neighbours at war, George and Bertha.
Where can you watch The Gilded Age in Australia?
The Gilded Age, owned by HBO and Universal Television, is available to stream in Australia onParamount+ from January 26, 2022.
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Pamela Anderson and Tommy Leeโs love story is like no other.
After all, how many people can say they tied the knot 96 hours into their second date, made a sex tape on their honeymoon and then had that tape stolen from a safe in their house to then be distributed for the world to see? Weโre going to guess very few.
So, itโs unsurprising the coupleโs turbulent tale has been given the Hollywood treatment in new Hulu-made show, Pam & Tommy.
Since casting Lily James as Pamela and Sebastian Stan as Tommy, hype around the limited-run series has only increased. And when the first photos of the incredible transformations of Lily and Sebastian in character dropped, the obsession was cemented.
Scroll on for all the details about Pam & Tommyโs real-life romance, the series and where to watch it in Australia.
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Where to watch โPam & Tommyโ in Australia
Pam & Tommy will be available to watch on Disney+ in Australia from February 2nd.
You can sign up to stream the show on Disney+, here.
What is the plot of โPam & Tommyโ?
The series centres on the relationship between Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee, who met on New Yearโs Eve in 1994.
Just six weeks later, the Playboy cover girl-turned-Baywatch actress and Mรถtley Crรผe drummer met up in Mexico and 96-hours into their trip tied the knot.
Itโs what came after, however, that drives the drama-fuelled narrative of Pam & Tommy.
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Shortly after marrying, the couple was having work done on their Malibu home, but unhappy with the result, they fired the electrician, Rand Gauthier, and refused to pay him.
In an act of revenge, Gauthier broke into the mansion and stole the coupleโs safe, which unknowingly to him, contained a sex tape they had filmed together.
After discovering the explicit video, Gauthierโwho also worked in the porn industryโmade copies of the tape and sold them online. It took two years for the footage to go viral, but when it finally took off, it made an estimated US$77 million.
You can watch the trailer for Pam & Tommy below and sign up to Disney+ to stream the entire series from February 2nd, here, because youโre not going to want to miss it.
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While refugees may be afforded better opportunities in Australia, our country is all the richer for their immense contribution. Women from three refugee families share their experiences with Dilvin Yas.
Those lucky enough to be born here know there are many advantages to being able to call Australia home, but ask the UNHCRโs Naomi Steer about how our nation benefits from refugees and she immediately begins a lengthy roll call of recognisable names.
โThereโs Anh Do, Judy Cassab, Les Murray, Tan Le, Dr Karlโฆ If we have a conversation about why diversity in Australia is vital when it comes to connecting us to a global community, we could look at the importance of having different cultural perspectives, new employment skills and life experiences,โ explains Steer, the national director of Australia for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
โThere are plenty of studies that show migration and refugee intake stimulate the economy significantly; the act of welcoming refugees and asylum-seekers enriching us in all manner of ways, many of them unexpected.โ
Thereโs also the chance our newest citizens will one day become our nationโs ultimate success stories, the memory of their formative years pushing them to give back to the country they escaped to. Five such women share their stories.
Aminata Conteh-Biger, 41
Aminata Conteh-Biger fled Sierra Leone after being kidnapped by soldiers and held hostage. The mum of two is the founder and CEO of the Aminata Maternal Foundation.
If thereโs one thing Aminataโs children know at such a tender age, itโs how fortunate they are. For a start, like many Australian kids, Sarafina, 9, and Matisse, 8, can lay claim to not one but several cultures, says Aminata.
โMy husband Antoine is French and we always say our kids have three cultures: African, Australian and French. How lucky are we that our children get to enjoy such a variety of music, food and culture, all the things that make life great?โ
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Her positivity is remarkable given her traumatic past. Born in Sierra Leone, where a vicious civil war raged between 1991 and 2002, Aminata was 18 when she was kidnapped by rebels and held captive for months, a terrifying experience that brought with it frequent rape and beatings.
After her release, Aminata was afforded the opportunity to seek asylum thanks to a resettlement program run by the UNHCR. The remote location of Australia appealed.
โI didnโt know where it was or anything about the country except that there were hardly any people from Sierra Leone there, since the resettlement program was so new,โ she writes in her book, Rising Heart. Having been granted refugee status, she fled to Australia in 2000, aged 20.
โAustralia was confusing at first,โ Aminata admits. โFeeling safe was the best part of my early days here, but it also felt overwhelmingly uncertain and scary a lot of the time. I also had to deal with the reality of leaving behind my family and friendsโit was a huge change from all Iโd ever known.โ
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The word โluckโ comes up quite a lot in conversations with Aminata. While itโs often overused, thereโs no better word one could imagine for her story. Thereโs the luck that enabled her to make a new life for herself, and the luckโparticularly in the case of Sarafina, who was born with shoulder dystociaโthat her children were born in Sydney rather than in her home town of Freetown, Sierra Leone.
โIt was a complicated birth and I was fortunate enough to have a whole team of doctors to help her arrive safely,โ Aminata explains.
โI knew that if I had given birth in Sierra Leone, it is highly likely that one or both of us would not have survived. That was the catalyst for me to start the Aminata Maternal Foundation.โ
Established in 2014, the foundation is a not-for-profit that empowers women in Sierra Leone, focusing on maternal health and the creation of sustainable communities.
Despite her immense contribution, itโs her kids who make Aminata feel most proud.
โMy hope for my children is that they keep the values Antoine and I have instilled in them, to be kind, caring and always true to themselves.โ
Mariam Veiszadeh, 37
Mariam was four when her mother, Mari Zamiri, began the three-year journey from war-torn Afghanistan to Australia. Now, Mariam is a lawyer, human-rights champion and diversity and inclusion practitioner.
The first thing Mariam Veiszadeh remembers about arriving in Australia as a shy seven-year-old is the disparity between the haves and the have-nots, a gap made all the wider when youโre firmly rooted in the latter camp.
โI noticed all the other kids had nicer belongings, and as I grew up I became conscious of the fact we were poor. I was deeply embarrassed that we lived in social housing and that I didnโt have the right clothes, shoes or school lunches to help me fit in.โ
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Fortuitously, Mariam also eventually realised something far more important: while the material wealth they enjoyed in Afghanistan was long gone, moving to Australia meant she and her siblings had inadvertently become gatekeepers to a world of opportunities they never would have otherwise enjoyed.
It was, explains Mariamโs mother, Mari Zamiri, what she and her husband hoped for when they fled Afghanistan during the Soviet war and embarked on a three-year journey that took them to India, Germany and the Czech Republic before finally being granted asylum in Australia in 1991.
โIt was a difficult journey with young children and the uncertainty made it even harder. I was most worried about what the future would hold for my children, whether theyโd get access to education and be able to have a safe upbringing,โ she explains. โA life in Australia brought a sense of peace and serenity,โ she adds.
Growing up in Sydneyโs west, Mariam was driven by a need to fight for social justice and to defend and advocate for those who donโt yet have a voice of their own. She studied hard to become a lawyer.
โEducation is the greatest equaliser,โ she says. โWhen you have a background like mine, you feel a hunger to give everything your all and not waste a single opportunity, because you know better than anyone how rare those opportunities are in other countries.โ
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Over the years, Mariam has held multiple board positions, delivered a TEDx speech, founded the Islamophobia Register Australia and was featured as an Anti-Racism Champion by the Australian Human Rights Commission. Last August, when Taliban forces once again took control of Afghanistan, Mariam began the harrowing process of helping to evacuate fellow Afghans out of the country.
โI must have looked at hundreds of passport photos, and every so often I would have this feeling of โthis could easily have been meโ. If you have the capacity to do so, why wouldnโt you try to help others?โ
As her mother Mari tells it, being raised in Australia gave her daughter a solid start on which to build.
โMariam had more access to education and opportunities to work in social justice,โ she says. โI was hoping she would grow up to be able to give back to the country that gave us so much, and she has.โ
Thereโs no doubt Mari is proud of Mariamโs achievements, but more than anything itโs clear sheโs even happier that her daughter is a good person, just as sheโd hoped.
Akec Makur Chuot, 29
Akec left her native South Sudan as a baby strapped to her mother Helena Yar Enochโs back. In 2016, she made history when she became the first African-Australian woman to be drafted into the AFLW.
The journey was as perilous as it was long: a four-week ordeal on foot from a war-torn village in South Sudan, through Uganda and into Kenya. Few could imagine attempting it, but Helena Yar Enochโthinking of her seven children sheโd left behind with her extended family, as well as three-month-old Akec strapped to her backโknew she had to try.
Widowed during her pregnancy and battling a serious eye infection, Helenaโs initial plan was to seek treatment in Kenya before returning home, however fortune smiled on the family by way of a UNHCR camp nearby accepting applications.
(Credit: Akec Makur Chuot)
โLife was very hard after the death of my husband and my hopes for my children was to get them a better education and a better life,โ Helena explains.
โI didnโt want them going through the hardships I faced when I was in South Sudan and thatโs why I took them to a refugee camp.โ
Helena was able to send for the rest of her children, and Kenyaโs Kakuma refugee camp became both a home for the family for the next 11 years and a stepping stone to huge successes for Helena and her children. Family members who lived in Perth banded together to sponsor the family to come to Australia in 2005, when Akec was 12.
Today, sheโs a half-back for Richmond, the second club sheโs played for since 2016, when she made history as the first woman of African descent to be drafted into the AFLW. (But sheโs not the only success story in her family: her sister Ayor Makur Chuot this year became Western Australiaโs first MP of African descent.)
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While Akec concedes the move to Australia was challenging, she and her siblings realised early that Australia was a place where dreams could be realised, no matter your background.
โWe didnโt have any money and we had to work twice as hard as everybody else to learn English and fit into a new system that was foreign to us, but at the end of the day weโre all given opportunities and I seized mine where I could and just tried to utilise them to the best of my abilities,โ Akec explains.
Her mother Helena agrees: โA life without an educational background was hard. There was the language barrier and the job search was difficult. However, in Australia, you have a government that is looking after you and your family through Centrelink and offering free TAFE to learn the language. The best thing for me was seeing my children achieving their academic goals, and being able to progress well in their lives. This makes me very proud of them.โ
At the heart of most refugees and asylum seekersโ stories is a feeling of wanting to give back, both to the parents or parent who made a huge sacrifice but also to the parts of the community that have embraced them. Akec is no different.
โMy mumโs worked so hard to get us to this point, so of course I want to look after her and give her an easier life. Representation is important to me, too. If young African girls can see me working hard to pursue my dreams, theyโll tell themselves, โIf Akec can do this, I can do it too.โ Itโs the Australian dream told in a modern way.โ
Find this story and more in the February issue of marie claire Australia, on sale from Thursday January 13.
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But thereโs one thing we havenโt talked about enough: her impeccable talent for the Twitter clapback.
Grace Tameโs tweets have usually been advocacy-related. However, that same advocacyโwhich has frequently been for victim-survivors against decisions made by the Morrison governmentโhas attracted some pretty nasty personal attacks.
In the face of such attacks, some people might withdraw from public life. Grace appears to take it in her stride.
So without further adieu, please enjoy seven of Grace Tamesโ most devastatingly funny Twitter dunks.
When she sailed this close to the sun by calling Peter Duttonโwho successfully sued over a tweet calling him a โrape apologistโโan โape apologistโ.
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Another year has rolled around, and still, Australia Day is marked on January 26โthe day that signifies beginning of the British colonisation in 1788 on land that always was, always will belong to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
For many Australians, this day is no celebrationโit is a date that signifies the devastating loss of land, family and the practice of their culture.
As the years have gone on, pressure on the government to change the date of Australia Day is increasing rapidlyโand this year is no different.
Instead of celebrating the public holiday with beers, barbecues and pool parties, many will choose not to partake, nor recognise this day as any kind of celebration. Instead, it is recognised as Invasion Day.
Invasion Day is usually spent attending protests in Australiaโs major cities, but this year, the current surge in Omicron cases across Australia means some of the usual events have been changed, or moved online.
With that said, you can still protest on Invasion Day this yearโbelow, weโve rounded up all the ways you can do this safely.
January 26th is a day of mourning. Wear black on this day and join with us to mourn and remember the men, women and children who died fighting for this country. #NoPrideinGenocide
All protest events across Australia are being held in accordance with COVID-19 safety guidelines. This includes wearing a mask at all times, practicing social distancing, and staying home if you have tested positive to COVID, or are showing any symptoms.
Below, protests and times within Australiaโs main cities on January 26
Sydney (Warrang)
Town Hall, 10am: March to Victoria Park via the Day of Mourning site. See the Facebook event here.
Melbourne (Naarm) / all of Victoria
Holding a virtual event with Victorian NAIDOC called 2022 Invasion Day Dawn Service. Register for free and tune in at 6.15am here.
Brisbane (Meanjin)
Parliament House, 9am: March to Musgrave Park for speeches, music and food. Hosted by Yuggera peoples. See the Facebook event here.
Adelaide (Tarndanya)
Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga: Opening ceremony at 12:30 before a march departing at 1pm. See the Facebook event here.
Perth (Boorloo)
Forrest Place, 12pm: Speeches, then march through the streets at 2pm. See the Facebook event here.
Canberra (Ngambri Ngunnawal)
Aboriginal Tent Embassy, 10am: This year marks its 50th anniversary. See the Facebook event here.
Hobart (Nipaluna) and all of Tasmania
Holding an online rally featuring key-note speakers live streamed from 11.45am. More information via the Facebook event here.
Check out Change It Ourselves
This year, online information hub Change It Ourselves is encouraging people to take matters into their own hands by spearheading independent campaigns within their workplaces to encourage those around them to celebrate Australia Day on a different dateโor to forgo it altogether.
The website has a number of useful resources about the history and debate around the date of Australia Day, plus a range of conversation starters and tips for speaking to people around you about why we shouldnโt celebrate on January 26.
It also has a step-by-step guide for both employees or employers to raise awareness and change attitudes towards January 26 in their workplaces.
To add, it has a range of posted your can download and printโready for display anywhere from noticeboards, to posting it on social media.
You can register your support and follow the guide here.
Post about it on social media
While weโre on the topic, social media can be a powerful tool to make a statement. Every year on January 26, many Australians take to social media to post messages and pictures in support of changing the date.
Whether itโs geo-tagging the traditional land you reside on, posting a graphic or writing a messageโthe more people talk about it, the more momentum weโll gain.
Educate and donate
You can also educate yourselfโand therefore othersโsafely from home by watching NITVโs coverage on January 26. The channel will roll coverage on the protests and share insights throughout the entire day.
You can also donate to a number of organisations helping to support the Indigenous community in may different ways, including providing legal support, addressing causes for incarceration, childrenโs education and support for the Indigenous LGBTQI+ community.
Black Rainbow โ which supports the Indigenous LGBTIQ+ community
Change The Record โ which aims to address the causes of indigenous incarceration
Yalariโ offers quality, secondary education scholarships at leading Australian boarding schools for Indigenous children from regional, rural and remote communities
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And just like thatโฆ Carrie Bradshawโs iconic outfits from Sex And The City got their second lives.
While the OG series of the late nineties and early noughties was famous for the fact it never repeated a whole outfit twice (thanks to the endless creativity of costuming genius Patricia Field), there were some accessories that were just too good (and subtle enough) not to rewear.
Itโs Carrie Bradshaw after all, why would she of all people deprive herself of a cute Gucci purse solely for the reason sheโd already worn it once?
Then came the 2021 reboot, And Just Like That. Interestingly, Field decided not to take part in the revived series due to the fact she was busy dressing her next muse, Emily In Paris.
Perhaps it was her absence then, that called for a sudden resurgence of Carrieโs old classicsโor was it because now more than ever, recycled clothing has never been chicer?
Whatever it was, the first few episodes of the brand new season prove Carrie Bradshaw is fully embracing the humble re-wearโand weโre here for it.
Here, we outline every time we (or the showโs dedicated eagle-eyed fans) have spotted And Just Like Thatโs Carrie Bradshaw re-wearing an item she donned in Sex And The City.
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The Parisian Petrovsky Dress
Who could forget the final episodes from Sex And The Cityโs sixth (and final) season where Carrie and then-boyfriend Aleksandr Petrovsky move to Paris? For those who have the two French instalments seared into their memory, then itโs likely that youโll also fondly daydream about the sea-green Versace gown that Carrie wore as she was stood up by Petrovsky.
Bringing it back for And Just Like Thatโs eighth episode, costumer designers Molly Rogers and Danny Santiago decided to reunite die-hard fans with the spectacular ruffled number.
In the reboot, Carrie ends the episode by sitting in front of her iconic street-facing window, wearing the dressโher hair in a tight up-do like the originalโwhile eating brownies and realising that โsome things should never be put in to storageโ. Of course, Carrieโs always been a fan of dual meanings, so in the case, she referred more literally to the dressโwhich she and Lily were archivingโbut also to herself, as sheโd felt like her age forced her to become a stereotype.
โWe found her!โ Sarah Jessica Parker said in an Instagram post.โBrief and hard to say goodbye again.โ
The Manolo Blahnikโs
We first copped a glimpse of Carrieโs royal blue Blahnikโs in the Sex and the City movie. After Carrie and Big decide to move in together, she places her shoes in their expansive walk in wardrobe.
She then wears them later in the film when they eventually decide to get married in a low-key ceremony.
Several years later, And Just Like That reintroduces us to the iconic cloppersโCarrie decides to wear them to a piano recital for Charlotteโs daughter. Little do we know the symbolism behind them at the timeโas she returns home afterward, she finds Mr. Big suffering a heart attack in their bathroom. She throws them off as she rushes to help himโbut itโs too late.
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The Gucci belt bag
We respected her the first time she wore it as her outfitโs centrepiece, and we damn well respected it the second time around tooโCarrieโs iconic Gucci belt bag deserves a reboot series of its own after the fictional columnist was seen wearing it across her body in a brief scene at the beginning of And Just Like Thatโฆ episode three.
As pointed out by cult Sex and the City fanpage and podcast @everyoutfitononsatc, there is absolutely no wrong way to wear it. In the original series, she wore it across her waist with a low-rise skirt and ab-bearing crop top.
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The studded belt
Also worthy of its own revival series is Carrieโs unmatched studded belt, which she was seen wearing numerous times throughout the OG series.
In And Just Like Thatโฆ Carrie was spotted wearing it in episode three when she tried to ambush Natasha at her office. Itโs truly a staple thatโs been with her through the good timesโฆ and the not so good times.
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The blue flower brooch
While some might say Carrie Bradshaw is solely responsible for the comeback of brooches, thereโs one in particular thatโs iconic to the seriesโher blue flower pin which made its grand return in the premiere episode of And Just Like Thatโฆ
Per @everyoutfitononsatc(AKA our favourite super sluethers), Carrie previously wore the brooch in season three during her Aidan eraโthe first stint with him, that is.
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Over the weekend, we learned that Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have welcomed their first child via surrogate. While the news felt incredibly surprising (especially given the breakup rumours that had been swirling), the world is obviously overjoyed for the happy couple. Naturally though, weโve started to look back on the past 9 months with a more critical eye, deciphering quotes and photos for potential clues that mightโve prepared us for the news. And, as it turns out, Priyanka actually dropped a few hints that the couple were soon-to-be parents.
The family roast
During the recent Netflix family special, Jonas Brothers Family Roast, Priyanka made a pregnancy joke that was a major hint about things to come. During her roast, the actress joked that her and Nick were the only couple of the three to not have any children, before adding, โwhich is why Iโm excited to make this announcement. Sorry, babe. Weโre expectingโฆโto get drunk tonight! And sleep in tomorrow!โ
While it seemed like a throwaway comment, Nick did appear rather shocked, which makes sense given their surrogacy journey would have been in full-swing at this point.
After stopping his heart for a second, Priyanka made a joke that her husband looked incredibly worried, with Nick saying, โYeah, I was a bit concerned.โ
Unsurprisingly, Twitter comments exploded soon after the Netflix premiere, with one user writing, โPriyanka Chopra was definitely not kidding when she said they were expecting a baby in Jonas Brothers Family Roastโ.
The Instagram hints
A closer look at Priyankaโs Instagram reveals even more hints that the couple were expecting. Just two weeks ago, the actress uploaded a photo dump from their new year celebrations, with the caption reading: โSo grateful for family and friends. Hereโs to celebrating life.โ
The mother-of-ones Instagram bio also now reads, โThere is a first time for everything.โ
All the talk about โnew lifeโ and โfirst timesโ is certainly very telling now, but hindsight is 20/20.
In a very recent interview with Vanity Fairearlier this month, Priyanka swiftly dodged a question about her desire to start a family.
โTheyโre a big part of our desire for the future,โ she said. โBy Godโs grace, when it happens, it happens,โ she told the publication, when asked if her and Nick had a desire to start a family anytime soon.
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas welcomed their daughter, Willa, into the world in July 2020. As we know, they kept the entire pregnancy very private, even after photos of an obviously pregnant Sophie were released, they still didnโt confirm if they were expecting or not. Itโs highly likely that Priyanka and Nick have taken a page out of Sophie and Joeโs private pregnancy playbook, opting to keep the whole thing very discreet until it was all done and dusted.
While Priyanka and Nick have asked for privacy during this very special family time, TMZ has reported that the couple welcomed a baby girl into the world. Neither of them have officially confirmed any specifics, but we canโt wait for a peep at what we know will be a very cute baby.
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When it comes to fashion, beautyโand, well, just about anything that requires tasteโitโs a fact that the French never disappoint.
For fans of Emily In Paris, the words โchicโ and โfashionโ werenโt exactly synonymous unless it was in reference to former matriarch of Savoir, Sylvie Grateau. Now, the French actress who mastered that same role, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, has proven that her personal style is not only similar, but even more chic than her character.
Attending Paris Fashion Weekโs Ami Fall 2022 show, Leroy-Beaulieu posed in a sheer, deep forest green midi-length dress for a photo that has since reached viral Internet status.
Fitting the 58-year-old actress like a second skin, she paired the risquรฉ look with a slouchy black coat, metallic heels, matching glittering earrings and scarlet nails.
Not only is it an outfit that weโre noting down for our own shopping inspiration, but the ensemble could easily pass as something Sylvie would wear while glamorously hurling insults at Emily in the Parisian marketing firmโs office.
But while we notice a style resemblance between the two, Leroy-Beaulieu says otherwise. Speaking to The New York Timesin 2020, she explained that she doesnโt believe her personal style reflects Sylvieโs at all.
โI loved being overdressed inEmily, because I donโt do it in real life,โ she told the publication. โI wouldnโt wear those heels on Paris sidewalks. But it doesnโt matter. The idea was to push all the fashion higher than real.โ
But if the pair do share one thing in common, itโs their lack of fear when it comes to ageing.
In a recent interview with Glamour, Leroy-Beaulieu explained the way society sees women as they get older, explaining that we should feel โno guilt or shame around ageingโ.
โA world where people cannot age is a dangerous world,โ she told the publication.
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โI had a talk with my daughter whoโs 30 about this recently. She said, โMum, I donโt want to live in a world where women cannot ageโ.โ
โI think itโs important to really own this ageing thing and not make it a problem, not make it something we canโt talk about. Thereโs no guilt or shame around ageing. This is something that happens to everybody, you know?โ
She continued: โI understand the insecurity, the pressure that we get, especially in our business. But if somebody doesnโt start saying, โThis is my age, and this is who I am, my wrinkles are my wrinkles, I own my wrinkles, this is my whole lifeโฆโ itโs kind of sad.โ
โAgeing gracefully is being a kinder person than you were when you were younger, because life kind of polishes you. And having a better understanding of how people feel, who people are, and having more compassion and less competition with everybody else.โ
You can watchโand fawn overโLeroy-Beaulieu in season two of Emily In Paris over on Netflix here.
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When it comes to the ins and outs of celebrities dating lives, weโre usually kept up to speed. Itโs hard for them to step out on their morning coffee run without being photographed, so keeping their personal lives on the down low is a relatively tricky task. Imagine our surprise then, when we found out that Anna Kendrick and Bill Hader have been quietly dating for the past year, unbeknown to, well, everyone.
The Pitch Perfect actress starred alongside Hader (who you might remember from Trainwreck, with Amy Schumer) in the Netflix Christmas movie, Noelle back in 2019. According to reports, they got together well after the movie had wrapped, and have been able to keep their relationship discreet due to the pandemic.
Speaking to People, a source said: โAnna has been dating Bill quietly for over a year. They met years ago. Sheโs hosted Saturday Night Live and theyโve done a movie together, but they got together well after the movie.
โThey are both very private people, and with the pandemic it was easy to keep it quiet. Theyโre both hysterical so they must keep each other laughing all of the time. Sheโs really, really happy,โ the source added.
Representatives for both actors have declined to speak at this stage, but itโs likely just a waiting game until further news breaks.
Hader was previously dating The O.C. actress Rachel Bilson, but the pair split in July 2020, just six months after making their red carpet debut at the Golden Globes. Prior to that, Hader was married to film director Maggie Carey, from 2006-2018. The pair share three children together, Hannah Kathryn (12), Harper (9) and Hayley Clementine (7).
Kendrick is notoriously private about her dating life but has previously been linked to actor Jake Gyllenhaal, director Edgar Wright and cinematographer Ben Richardson.
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The fashion industry has suffered another loss, with legendary French designer Manfred Thierry Mugler has died at age 73.
As per an official press release, Mugler passed away in Vincennes from natural causes.
It comes just a week after the unexpected death of iconic fashion journalist Andrรฉ Leon Talley at age 73.
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Taking to social media, representatives of Mugler posted a black image with a touching caption to announce the news.
โWe are devastated to announce the passing of Mr Manfred Thierry Mugler on Sunday January 23rd 2022. May his soul Rest In Peace,โ the post read.
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Muglerโs Creative Director Casey Cadwallader shared a touching tribute for the late designer on his Instagram page.
โManfred, I am so honored to have known you and to work within your beautiful world. You changed our perception of beauty, of confidence, of representation and self empowerment. Your legacy is something I carry with me in everything I do. Thank you.โ
Best known for the eponymous fashion house he founded in the 70s, Muglerโs penchant for avant garde designs and hyperfemine suiting has left a lasting legacy on the industry.
Despite retiring from fashion in 2003, he made a one-off triumphant return to design the iconic โwet lookโ dress worn by Kim Kardashian West at the Met Gala in 2019.
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In recent years, vintage Mugler pieces have become a fan favourite of the celebrity style set including rapper Cardi B who wore his archival โVenusโ gown from the brands A/W 1995-1996 couture collection.
Many of his admirers and colleagues, including Irina Shayk, Bella Hadid and Georgia May Jagger, have also commented on his passing by sharing their own tributes to the late icon.
As a pioneer of couture, his flamboyant creations and sexy silhouettes put him at the forefront of his contemporaries.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends at the time.
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Hands up if you needed a moment to process that full frontal penis scene between Charlotte and Harry in episode eight of And Just Like That.
Yeah, us too.
In case you need a recap (or, like us, just a bit more time to dwell on it), the NSFW scene involves Charlotte kneeling down to give her husband Harry an impromptu blowjob in their Upper East side apartment bathroom. Then, a few things happen in quick succession.
Their daughter Lily walks in unexpectedly, glimpsing Harry and Charlotte in the act. Charlotte promptly jumps up and slams the door in Lilyโs faceโbut not before we ourselves cop an eyeful of Harryโs um, rather endowed manhood.
Itโs quite a moment to take in, no doubt. The shock of not only seeing such a full-frontal scene in the show (which was, until then, a lot less liberal with sex scenes compared to the OG Sex And The City) but also learning that Harry Goldenblatt, arguably the best partner in the entire series had been that hung all alongโฆ enlightening, wasnโt it just?
As it turns out, this train of thought was exactly what producers had in mind, because thereโs another element to the scene theyโve now come forward to explain.
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Was that Evan Handler (AKA Harry Goldenblatt)โs REAL penis on And Just Like That?
As it turns out, the penis we all saw in that bathroom scene with Charlotte is a prosthetic. The producers decided to use it because they wanted to make a subtle reference back to Charlotte and Harryโs early days of courting in Sex And The City. When she begins sleeping with Harry, Charlotte is vocal about how much she enjoys the sexโnow, it seems we know one reason why.
In a new interview, showrunner Michael Patrick King explained their thought process behind the prosthetic: โI decided, many people agreed with me, that [Harry] would have a substantial penis. Because one of the things that Charlotte says about Harry in Sex And The City is [their] great sex life: that sheโs repulsed by it, but she wants him,โ he explained, per Grazia.
Of course, it pays to note that scale isnโt everything when it comes to sex, with King adding: โNot that your sex life is dependent on your penis size. But when youโre going to show his penis, letโs letโs make it be something thatโs a nice size.โ
Thereโs no doubt the producers did their job rightโand the surprise factor didnโt end there when a later scene saw Carrie Bradshaw bump into her neighbourโs boyfriend, who accidentally revealed his full peen to the 55-year-old while she was passing by.
Everyoneโs like โeuphoria penis this euphoria penis thatโโ And Just Like That showed TWO cocks this week. TWO. One belonging to a 60 year old man and it was huge.
Clearly moved by the two scenes, fans took to Twitter to share their shock.
โEveryoneโs like, โEuphoria penis this Euphoria penisthatโโAndJustLikeThat showed TWO cocks this week. TWO. One belonging to a 60 year old man and it was huge,โ one fan wrote in reference to HBOโs other hit show.
โThey showed HARRYโS penis in AndJustLike That. Dicks are really having a moment on TV. HBO in particular is committed to the representation of dicks,โ another added.
Clearly, these fans were just as enlightened as everyone else. Who knows what episode nine holdsโฆ
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