Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 41 2018 i NW Magazine

They began making renovations on their sprawling mansion in Byron Bay late last year. And while they are still hammering away to complete the mammoth build, it’s clear that Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky’s new home is going to be fit for a Nordic god. Indeed, the Thor star and his wife of seven years have already dropped a whopping $8 million on the fortress, which sits in the hills above Seven Mile Beach at Broken Head. When complete, it’ll boast a rooftop infinity pool, a luxury spa, gym, steam room and a media and games room. But the six-bedroom home isn’t getting much love from Chris and Elsa’s neighbours. In fact, many are complaining it looks like a prison or a hospital, thanks to its rectangular shape and concrete…

He’s the handsome vet who’s won over Australia with his charm, good looks and his love for animals, yet Dr Chris Brown confirmed last week that he’s still a single man at 40. But after speculation The Living Room star could be the next suitor on The Bachelor reached fever pitch last week, NW has learnt that producers at Channel Ten are moving along with plans to seal the deal. “Producers know that girls and guys love Chris, so it would be a great way to continue the amazing success they’ve been having with known celebs becoming suitors,” an insider dishes to NW. “Plus, it would be the perfect partnership since he’s already been part of the family for over nine years with shows like Bondi Vet, The Living Room…

Hollywood continues to remain perplexed by the mysterious disappearance of Fan Bingbing. The Chinese actress – who’s appeared in X-Men: Days of Future Past and Iron Man 3 – hasn’t been seen in public since July 1. She also hasn’t been active on social media. Sources believe Fan, one of the world’s highest paid actresses, is being held by Chinese authorities for allegedly committing tax fraud. However, it’s also been suggested that Fan, 37, may be a victim of China’s legalised form of forced disappearance, for those suspected of crimes against the state. It was established by the Chinese Communist Party in early 2018. Hmm...…

Lily Allen survived on a potentially deadly diet of cocaine, coffee and cigarettes to stay skinny back in the day. “If I was going out to dinner, I’d take coke earlier than everyone else to stop myself eating,” the singer, 33, writes in her new autobiography My Thoughts Exactly. Lily says she often used Adderall to keep the weight off too, which she got from “rock docs... those private doctors that the industry knows are happy to issue prescriptions for sleeping pills and painkillers without asking too many questions.” Meanwhile, Lily also admits in her book that she once had sex with a 19-year-old celeb friend of her dad, Keith, when she was just 14. “Afterwards, I felt funny about it. I knew what had happened wasn’t right,” Lil writes.…

Khloe ‘Tristan can’t stop cheating!’ Khloe Kardashian’s man Tristan Thompson is one leopard who just can’t seem to change his spots. The basketballer – who shares daughter True with Koko – dumped his babymamma for the night on September 20 and instead allegedly hooked up with a mystery woman at LA’s Warwick nightclub. Poor Khlo! “Tristan and a girl were chatting and flirting throughout the night,” a spy tells Us Weekly. “They were very touchy-feely. He had his hand on her butt.” It’s a no-brainer that Khloe is, of course, crushed by another betrayal. But despite this, the new mum has no intention of walking. While Us Weekly reports that Khloe’s sisters are “flabbergasted” by her decision to stick around, we’re told there’s a method to her madness. “Khloe is…

While Bachie Nick Cummins’ final three were considering what a future with him would look like after the final rose, it appears Nick’s head – and heart – were elsewhere! Yep, after recent reports revealed that Nick, 30, has already broken up with his Bachie winner, NW is told that Nick never got over his feelings for his ex and eliminated Bachelorette, Cass Wood, 23. “Nick felt compelled to let Cassie go after Britt’s hometown date,” spills NW’s insider. “The pressure was on for him to prove that Cass wasn’t planted on the show for him, and he made a rash decision – but it wasn’t a decision that he sincerely wanted to make.” This follows the shocking news that frontrunner Brooke…

1998 TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL Brit burst into our lives in knee-high socks and plaits back in ʼ98, changing the face of pop forever. ... Baby One More Time rocketed to the top of the charts all over the globe (including Oz!) when it was released on October 23, and ensured her debut album became one of the bestselling records of all time. Who can forget tunes like Sometimes and (You Drive Me) Crazy ? Ah, memories! 2001 OG COUPLE GOALS A love story that began in The Mickey Mouse Club, Brit dated Justin Timberlake for three years. The iconic romance not only gave us JT’s epic break-up single Cry Me A River following the…

Number of unread emails: 21 First app checked in the morning? Weather or iHeartRadio. No social media or emails checked in bed – that’s time for my own thoughts in my journal. Number of contacts in phone: 511 Most recent phone call: Mamma bear! Last photo taken: It’s a screenshot of a book I bought called Dodging Energy Vampires . Times when you stay off your phone entirely: I put my phone on airplane mode when I’m going to bed. I try not to be glued to my phone, and I’m very aware of keeping it off unless I really need it. I think that our phones are toxic in the doses that we’re all using them. Alarm setting: 6.30 then 6.33, to get me up for…

Remember when a “set of make-up brushes” simply meant a powder brush, an eyeshadow brush and maybe one for your lips? Well, now there’s literally a brush for every contour of your face, from the temples to your chin. Some are gimmicky, while others are a pure stroke of genius – and we’ve rounded up the best of them! 1 BODY BUFFER Napoleon Perdis Camera Finish Kabuki Brush $29 napoleonperdis.com For a flawless décolletage, you need a brush that holds a lot of product and distributes it evenly. Enter the trusty Kabuki brush. The synthetic bristles are firmly packed, so you can highlight your shoulders and collarbones in one quick swish. 2 FLAWLESS FINISHER Real Techniques PowderBleu Collection B01 Soft Powder Brush $35 realtechniques.com.au Ever heard of blue squirrel hair?…

North West’s runway debut at a childrens’ fashion show had you bowing down! Destined for great sass @bridiee_ QUEEEN @gigidadds Watch out Kendall hahahaha@zaz.brw.15 She is the coolest kid everrrr @franny magssss facebook.com / nwmagazine Instagram @nwmag twitter.com/ nwmag nwgoss @bauer-media.com.au what YOU say... The Spice Girls have been FaceTiming and it’s got you excited for a possible reunion!  Tayla and Dom having a double date with fellow Love Island stars Amelia and Josh gave you hope that love isn’t dead!…

Three months ago, former Bachelor Tim Robards married Anna Heinrich in the Aussie wedding of the year. But the honeymoon is over, as Tim reveals to NW exclusively that he’s packing up and heading to Hollywood to chase his dream of becoming the next Chris Hemsworth. LA, here he comes! “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do,” Tim, 35, says of his big screen ambitions. Of course, the newlyweds have already spent much of their marriage apart, with Tim moving from their home in Sydney to Melbourne to flex his acting muscle on Neighbours. So what’s the goss with the new guy on Ramsay Street? “He’s a little bit Christian Grey, but a bit more Harvey Specter from Suits,” Tim says of his character, wealthy investor Pierce Greyson. Hmmm... we…

Hold up, is Beyonce magic? Well, you might need to ring the alarm, because Bey’s former drummer Kimberly Thompson has accused her of “extreme witchcraft”. Uh huh, Kimberly made the bey-witching claim while trying (unsuccessfully) to get a restraining order against the singer. She says Bey harassed her by using “dark magic” and spells, and that she also put a hex on her kitten, which resulted in the cat’s death. Say what?! Kim – who played with Bey for seven years – adds that Bey was tapping her phone and controlling her finances.…

“I don’t know who the Kardashians are... Why should I? Have they invented any vaccine that I should know of?” Penelope Cruz’s hubby Javier Bardem has no desire to keep up with the klan! “Does anybody else like working out naked in front of the mirror so you hate yourself and work harder?” Sarah Hyland shares her unusual tip to staying motivated while exercising. “He ran across London, across bridges, over buildings. Yeah, Tom is a great runner... He’s the best” Chris Pratt reckons Tom Cruise is a top gun when it comes to legging it!…

The world has been waiting for word that another royal baby is on the way, ever since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wed on May 19. And it seems our prayers have finally been granted! Yep, following recent reports out of the UK that the couple are indeed pregnant, the Duchess of Sussex appeared to show off a tiny baby bump while visiting Loughborough University with her hubby on September 24. “They’ve both been longing to become parents since before they met,” a source reveals. And what amazing parents they’ll be!…

Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga packed on the PDA at the London premiere of their hotly-anticipated flick A Star Is Born on September 27. But Brad’s babymamma Irina Shayk, 32, is rumoured to be less than impressed with the pair’s cosy behaviour. “Gaga and Bradley have been awfully chummy at all the premieres,” a source tells NW . “It’s understandable Irina would get annoyed. She can’t be too happy with all the gushing Gaga and Bradley are doing about each other. They’re just friends but it’s a bit insensitive to Irina for them to be acting like they’re each other’s soulmates.” However, it seems Bradley, 43, isn’t quite getting the message, as he’s insisted he’ll stay close to Gaga, 32, long after their…

Blake Lively recently recalled the time she did jelly shots with Victoria Beckham at an LA Galaxy match. Now, NW hears Posh, 44, is turning to the actress, 31, to help spice up her fashion empire. With her business reportedly struggling, “Victoria is savvy enough to realise a merger or at least some high-profile partnerships are the best way to go here, and who better than Blake as a sidekick?” a source tells NW. “They get on great and Posh really admires Blake’s style and down-to-earth approach. Right now, she’s drawing up an ambitious list of targets and possible collaborators, and Blake’s at the very top.”…

It’s safe to say that Rose Leslie sits on the Iron Throne in her household! Three months after marrying her Game of Thrones leading man Kit Harington, NW has learned that the actress has agreed to start a family because her new hubby has finally put an end to his unbecoming behaviour. “He’s quit cigarettes and alcohol cold turkey, and he’s doing it for Rose,” spills an insider. “Kit wants to start a family as badly as Rose does, but she wouldn’t do it unless she saw some changes.” Sources say Rose, 31, was left red-faced in January after Kit, also 31, was tossed out of NYC dive Barfly, reportedly for being drunk and disorderly. But now, adds a pal, “He’s making an effort because he envisions having a whole…

Jennifer Lopez’s man Alex Rodriguez might have some serious explaining to do after he “creepily” liked one of Kylie Jenner’s sexy Instagram snaps. Yep, NW caught the former baseballer double-tapping a provocative photo Ky uploaded of herself in a skin-tight mini dress, that left no curve of her body to the imagination. Needless to say, his missus isn’t happy about it! “This is pretty inappropriate by anyone’s standards, since Alex is 43 and Kylie’s 21,” spills an insider. “Plus, they have no connection whatsoever to each other, except for being celebrities. Kylie’s post was really hot, so what was going through Alex’s head when he liked it is anyone’s guess. Jen’s not one to put up with this type of behaviour – she’s fuming.” It’s understandable why J.Lo, 49, may…

‘HE’S BEEN A GOOD INFLUENCE ON ANGE’ File this one under W for “We approve!” Angelina Jolie has sparked buzz she is quietly dating Keanu Reeves, with the pair even enjoying a top-secret trip to a secluded Greek island together. So sneaky of you, Ange! The Maleficent 2 star first met Keanu last July, after she and her brood moved next door to Keanu’s mum Patricia in LA. The pair quickly bonded and before either of them could say “Brad Pitt”, Ange had invited Keanu on a family vacay to the Greek isle Paxos. “They’ve never worked together and didn’t really get to know each other until last year. Keanu is very close to his mum and visits her a lot,” reveals a source, adding that The Matrix star has…

They might be dedicated Dukes and Duchesses these days, but not so long ago the young royals were quite the party pigs! Yep, Prince William and Kate Middleton were regularly spotted looking worse for wear as they left London’s most exclusive clubs when they were dating. Of course, their antics were nothing compared to Prince Harry’s. In 2001, when he was 16, the cheeky ginger was sent to London rehab clinic Featherstone Lodge for one day, after he confessed to his dad Prince Charles that he’d been drinking and smoking cannabis. But it was his infamous naked romp in a Las Vegas hotel room in August 2012 which really cemented his reputation as the party prince. “I let my family down,” Haz said of the embarrassing incident, which made global…

Last month, British mum of three Leah Cambridge checked into a Turkish clinic, favoured byTOWIE star Lauren Goodger and Geordie Shore’s Chloe Ferry, for a Brazilian butt lift. But her dream of getting the perfect Kardashian-sized posterior soon turned into a nightmare she’d never wake up from. Leah, 29, suffered three heart attacks during the $9100 procedure at the Elite Aftercare clinic and died on the operating table. “Complications happened due to fat getting deposited in her bloodstream and her oxygen levels fell,” Leah’s grieving fiancé Scott Franks explained. And while the clinic insists it is “responsibly run” and “takes its responsibilities extremely seriously”, experts say the controversial surgery is the riskiest cosmetic procedure of them all. “The mortality rate is one in every 3000, which is extremely high compared…

SUNDAY BRUNCH Breathe new life into your weekend wear by pairing your staple jeans with an unexpected combo of mint and leopard print! BOSS LADY Don’t be afraid to sport a bright blazer and skirt two-piece to the office! Opt for a slick hair-do and patent pumps to tie the whole look together. DAZZLE AT DUSK For your next evening soirée, show off your figure in a luxurious fairy floss silk gown. Keep your hair and accessories low-key so the dress takes centre stage.…

Walk 5 minutes more a day Participants in a US study who pounded the pavement for an extra five minutes a day lost twice as much belly fat over four months than people on a strict diet. Keep busy while you’re watching TV If chilling out with a movie makes you want to smash a packet of Oreos, try to keep your hands busy. Whether you file your nails or do a crossword puzzle, swap mindless snacking for multi-tasking. Measure out your bowl of cereal Use a ¼ measuring cup to serve up your breakfast cereal and save yourself hundreds of unwanted calories a day. This trick also works wonders with other foods you’re prone to overeating, like nuts and dried fruit.…

WHISKEY IN A TEACUP WHO: Reese Witherspoon WHAT: Everyone’s fave big little actress is now an author, y’all! Reese has put together the ultimate guide on how to become an authentic Southern belle based on her own upbringing in Nashville, Tennessee. Expect intimate stories about her life, advice and more than 50 family recipes. Oh, and a detailed description on how to hot-roller your hair. Yes, really! Out now. Simon & Schuster THE TRUTH ABOUT THE HARRY QUEBERT AFFAIR THE RETURN OF MCDREAMY! WHO: Former Grey’s Anatomy babe Patrick Dempsey (hello, doctor!) WHAT: A 10-part drama series based on the best-selling novel of the same name. Author Marcus (Ben Schnetzer) is caught up in a murder case when he goes to stay with his writing mentor Harry Quebert (Patrick) –…

Em gets her puppies out again WHERE New York WHAT It’s all doggies and damn-hot abs for Emily Ratajkowski, who steps out for a spot of shopping at Céline with her pampered pooches. Wonder if the pups got a treat, too? Kristen rehearses for Bad Moms 3 WHERE Los Angeles WHAT We don’t want to labour the point, but mum-of-two Kristen Bell appears to enjoy being on the other end of things while filming a birthing scene for the second season of her web series Momsplaining . The fault is in Ansel’s outfit WHERE New York WHAT His next movie might be called Billionaire Boys Club , but The Fault In Our Stars babe Ansel Elgort looks as if he’s…

Can you believe it’s been 20 years since Britney released … Baby One More Time? It feels like yesterday that we were singing along to hit after hit from the newest pop star on the scene. This anniversary – along with me getting my first pair of glasses this week (because, as the optometrist said, my eyes are old!) – is making me feel officially middle-aged. But if, like me, you are a Britney fan from way back, then take a trip down memory lane with our special photo album on page 32. If that’s put you in the mood for more nostalgia, then catch up with the OG girls of the Playboy Mansion. Yep, Holly, Bridget and Kendra have all moved on and are still having love dramz (see…

Jersey Shore star Jenni “JWoww” Farley has filed for divorce from her husband of three years Roger Mathews, citing irreconcilable differences. The mum-of-two, 32, filed the paperwork three weeks ago, suggesting the couple’s marriage had been on the rocks for six months now. And earlier this year, Roger revealed that things weren’t as blissful as we’ve seen on TV. “Some days it’s a struggle to stay together. Some days she calls me a f**king d**k head (cause I am). Some days the grass looks greener on the other side,” he wrote online. “We aren’t even close to perfect and I have no intention on pretending that we are.” Sob!…

Tori Spelling says she, her hubby Dean McDermott and their five kids have moved house 10 times in the last eight years in order to “simplify” their lives. But last week, the star sparked buzz that she and her clan might now be living in a van, as a result of their ongoing financial woes. Eek! Yep, on September 22, Tori was spied driving a beat-up GMC van around Los Angeles. However, sources say the new wheels are actually for a road trip Tori, 45, and Dean, 51, are taking their kids on, to celebrate the couple’s 12th wedding anniversary, which was in May. “Tori and Dean have been talking a lot about renewing their vows. The plan is to road trip to 12 states and say a new set…

A Friends reunion may not be any closer to happening, but Jennifer Aniston has secretly been at work creating a Friends spin-off about the now-grown-up offspring of the original gang! Apparently Jen, 49, has recruited her co-stars Courteney Cox, 54, and Lisa Kudrow, 55, to bring a new generation to the small screen, possibly including Riverdale star Cole Sprouse, 26, who played Ross’ son Ben. There’s also talk of Ross and Rachel’s daughter Emma having a lead role, as well as Monica and Chandler’s twins, Jack and Erica. “Jen wants to make a reboot work with a Millennial angle, and has reached out to some of the original writers,” dishes an insider. “It’s hush-hush at the moment, but the whispers are getting louder!” Count us in – even if it…

Sophie ‘I’M IN LOVE WITH NICK’ Are you worried about the strength of connection with Nick compared to the other girls? I knew that the girls around me were very open and honest with how they were feeling, and they didn’t struggle with it in any shape or form. However, there was me being all shy and timid, knowing exactly how I was feeling but couldn’t find the words or guts to say it. So how are you feeling? I am over the moon. I figure we’re at that point now where it’s all or nothing. I think after hometowns, I can most definitely see myself falling in love with him. Are you ready to enter his world in the spotlight? Totally! I suppose I’m someone who will take things…

Like father, like son. That’s what insiders think about Tom Cruise and his mini-me Connor, who’s following in his famous father’s ultra-religious footsteps. According to sources close to the family, Connor, 23, has moved out of the apartment that he shared with friends on the outskirts of Clearwater, Florida, and into a top-secret Scientology compound known as The Sandcastle – much to the alarm of his estranged mother Nicole Kidman. The compound is just down the road from Tom’s own penthouse apartment, while Scientology HQ is a few blocks away. “Nicole knew Connor was involved with his dad’s religion… how could he not be, given that Tom is so hysterical about it?” reveals a source who’s spent time in the cult-like camp. “But she still assumed his father’s status within…

1 HAS SELENA QUIT SOCIAL MEDIA BECAUSE OF JUSTIN & HAILEY? Selena Gomez has left her 143 million Instagram followers heartbroken after revealing she’s taking yet another break from social media. Nooo! Sel’s announcement came hot on the heels of her ex Justin Bieber legally marrying Hailey Baldwin. Now, it’s being speculated that the It Ain’t Me singer, 26, decided to go off the grid to avoid the hate Jailey fans have been leaving on her account since Biebs and Hails rebooted their romance in May. “As much as I am grateful for the voice that social media gives each of us, I am equally grateful to be able to step back and live my life present to the moment I have been given,” Sel captioned an Instagram selfie on…

TIM In 2013, she fell in love with Bachie Tim Robards, and came in third place on the show. “I would never for one second take back any moment that we spent together and I don’t regret that I love you and that I told you that I love you. I mean it,” she told Tim on her way out. DAVID A few months after the show, she met David Waldeck, and in June 2015, he proposed. “When two souls are meant to be together, nothing gets in the way of their love for each other,” she said at the time. GRANT Earlier this year, Ali rebounded with American Grant on BiP – but by the time the finale had aired, the couple had already succumbed to a nasty split,…

Gilded lips have just pulled up to the party and everybody’s talking about them. Not only does this new make-up trend scream confidence, it’s an easy statement, too! Naturally, Rihanna is never far away when it comes to taking on a bold new beauty look, teaming her foiled lip on the red carpet with matching purple eyeshadow and even her outfit. Sarah Hyland follows suit, leaving boring at home with a flawless scarlet colour combo. Feel like getting in touch with your inner seductress? Opt for a smokier eye with a lighter metal lip like Lupita Nyong’o, or play it up with pretty pinks like Aussie beauty Margot Robbie.…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY  MON Matthew Daddario, 31. Julie Andrews, 83. Brie Larson, 29 TUES Sting, 67. Kelly Ripa, 48. Camilla Belle, 32 WED Neve Campbell, 45. Tommy Lee, 56. Alicia Vikander, 30 THURS Dakota Johnson, 29. Alicia Silverstone, 42. Susan Sarandon, 72 FRI Kate Winslet, 43. Jacob Tremblay, 12. Jesse Eisenberg, 35 SAT Ioan Gruffudd, 45. Jazz Jennings, 18 SUN John Mellencamp, 67. Simon Cowell, 59 Libra SEPT 24 – OCT 23  Now is the time to start limbering up, dear Libran. According to your chart, any move towards attaining a fitter, firmer frame will be a lot easier than in the past. Roping in mates to join you will help a great deal! Counting calories is all very good, but counting the energy you burn is far better. Scorpio OCT…

RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE Each season introduces a new set of drag queens who compete in hilarious challenges to take out the title of America’s Next Drag Superstar! Out on Stan DANCING QUEEN Alyssa Edwards invites the cameras into her dance studio as she teaches the next gen some serious moves in her docuseries, described as RuPaul’s Drag Race meets Dance Moms. Yaaass hunty! Out on Netflix POSE A dance musical TV drama that follows the rise of drag culture in a conservative 1980s New York. Stars James Van Der Beek, Kate Mara and TV’s largest ever trans cast. Airs 8.30pm Tuesdays on Showcase…

Giddy up! We wouldn’t blame you for thinking these famous fillies have been spending too much time in the stable thanks to their long, luscious locks!…

2009 Victoria Beckham sparked concern she wasn’t eating too much of anything after she stepped out looking extremely skinny. In fact, pals told NW that Posh, then 35, weighed about the same as her eldest son Brooklyn, then 10. Eek! As a result, hubby David was desperately devising a plan to get his Spice Girl healthy again. Elsewhere, experts revealed that Lindsay Lohan and Mischa Barton’s hard-partying ways were taking a toll on their looks. Plus, Justin Timberlake got cosy with Rihanna in New York City after he briefly split from Jessica Biel. 2006 As Angelina Jolie fretted that Brad Pitt might be having an affair, a single Jessica Simpson was trying to drown her sorrows in booze. 2007 The road to motherhood was a bumpy…