Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 1931 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Ed Sheeran’s done it. Jennifer Aniston’s done it. Heck, even the Queen’s done it! So it was about time Tinseltown heartthrob Brad Pitt got in some photobomb action! Three years ago, the gorgeous hunk of Hollywood perfection was in a pit of despair after his wife Angelina Jolie filed for a shock divorce. But the dad-of-six proved there’s life in the old dog yet when he pulled off the ultimate prank while his co-star Margot Robbie was posing for pictures. Brad, Margot, 29, and Leonardo DiCaprio, 44, were at a photo call for Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood – which premieres in New Zealand next month – when the Fury actor decided it was high time he stole the limelight from I,Tonya star Margot. Leaping like Billy…

They say Disneyland is the happiest place on earth, yet it seems to be causing nothing but problems for on-off couple Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx, who have found their relationship on the rocks once again. Jamie, 51, was spotted having the time of his life at the popular theme park last week with his ex Kristin Grannis, 42, and their nine-year-old daughter Annalise – while Katie was left to walk the streets of New York alone. “Katie’s always felt threatened by Jamie’s close relationship with Kristin,” an inside source claims. “While she understands he needs to be on amicable terms with her for Annalise’s sake, Katie’s made it clear that she feels extremely uncomfortable with how much time they spend together, and their flirtatious and tactile behaviour. “Most of…

Who needs a rose when you have an engagement ring? It’s a match made in hit TV heaven – former The Bachelorette contestant Wells Adams has romantically gone down on one knee and proposed to Modern Family star Sarah Hyland. “That can’t eat, can’t sleep, reach for the stars, over the fence, world series kind of stuff,” Sarah, 28, wrote on Instagram alongside a picture of her fiancé popping the question on a beach. In turn, DJ Wells, 35, posted a slideshow video of the loved-up pair to the backdrop of a Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors song, along with a lyric quote, “I’ll be Johnny, you be June. But forever.” Moments after the proposal, the beaming couple posed for a series of photos, with Sarah showing off her sparkling…

Arriving for his interview at the 2019 Monte-Carlo Television Festival, Michael Douglas says “bonjour” and “merci beaucoup”, occasionally – and impressively – slipping into fluent French. But then again, New Jersey-born Michael has a French connection. He met wife Catherine Zeta-Jones in Deauville on France’s northwest coast in 1998 and they have since been snapped holidaying together on the French Riviera. During their first meeting at Deauville’s film festival, he told her, “I’m going to be the father of your children.” Two years later, they were married and they have since had two kids – Dylan, 18, and Carys, 16. Michael has never been one to wax lyrical about private matters, although when asked to describe his wife of 19 years in one word, he lights up. “One word?” A…

‘My move to London was meant to be’ Looking right at home on the other side of the globe, a beaming Sophie Delezio strolls along a cobbled street in an ancient city that has utterly stolen her heart. “I feel like a Londoner already,” she smiles. The brave 18-year-old has left Australia behind – “possibly forever!” – for new adventures in London, and she’s determined to let nothing prevent her from living life to the full. “I love it here so much,” an excited Sophie tells Woman’s Day as she marks the two-month anniversary of her new life as an independent woman. “I always planned to study overseas and forge a different path for myself, but I had no idea where until my first visit to London a few years…

Twenty farmers took their own lives in the year ending June 30 2018 (Ministry of Justice). The Bayer NZ/Country TV State of the Rural Nation Survey 2018 found that: • 70% of rural New Zealanders have felt increased stress over the last five years. • Those aged 18 to 39 were the most affected by stress and anxiety. • 56% of all participants were uncomfortable talking about their mental wellness and would rather deal with it themselves. • Just under half said the stigma attached to the topic prevented them talking or seeking help. • Details about Will to Live events can be found at facebook.com/willtolivenz/.…

Chocolate Chip Cookies MAKES 44 PREPARATION & COOKING 30 MINUTES 250g butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¾ cup caster sugar ¾ cup brown sugar 1 egg 2¼ cups plain flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 375g dark chocolate melts, coarsely chopped 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease three oven trays and line with baking paper. 2. Beat butter, vanilla, sugars and egg in a small bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and stir in sifted flour and soda in two batches. Stir in chopped chocolate. 3. Roll tablespoons of mixture into balls, then place on trays about 5cm apart. 4. Bake cookies for 12 minutes for a chewier cookie or until golden and crisp. Cool on trays. Top tip • Chocolate…

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Thinking of going lighter but don’t know where to start? Behind every sparkling blonde is a talented colourist. We picked the brains of Kérastase expert and INCO Studio Creative Director Zoe Clark about everything that needs to be considered before lightening your locks. What are the main things to think about beforehand? Skin tone is major. Will warm or cool tones complement your colouring? Involve your stylist – they will guide you as to what would be most suitable for you, your skin tone and lifestyle. It’s great to have images for inspiration, but sometimes what we love doesn’t always suit us. How often you’d like to maintain your colour and your budget should be considered. It’s good to know what your hair journey is going to be, so you…

There’s no escaping the fact we’re in the thick of winter – the temperatures have dropped, it’s wet and cold, and the days are short. While it’s easy to let the gloomy weather affect our moods, there are lots of things we can do to ensure we stay upbeat at this time of year. Instead of wishing away these colder months, let’s try to embrace winter. Making simple changes to our mindsets can really help us get more enjoyment out of each day, no matter the weather. Vitamin boost During winter, it’s essential to load up on veges to get your daily dose of nutrients and vitamins, which will help protect you from illness. Include a rainbow of colours and up your vitamin C and E intake with foods like…

The school holidays during winter are always a bum deal. But we got lucky this time around – the weather was good with nice, clear, sunny days. So getting out of the house didn’t prove too problematic. Usually it’s a cluster of rained-inside activities like board games, Netflix and baking. We did all those things too, but the one thing I couldn’t have predicted was my daughter taking up sign language. I walked into the kitchen with an armful of washing and thought how suspiciously silent it was. No YouTube video tutorial blaring, no TV, no music, no talking. Then my daughter appeared in front of me, making hand signals. “What are you doing?” I asked from behind a stack of towels. She kept motioning at me. “Are we playing…

Olivia Wilde shot to fame in the hit medical drama House and now, after a slew of successful film roles, the talented star has stepped behind the camera with her directorial debut, Booksmart. The coming-of-age story centres around two high-achieving teens. On the eve of their high school graduation – having always done the right thing – they realise they’ve missed out onun, so set about cramming years of lost partying into one night. Olivia tells, “I was very happy that this movie was being made, even before I thought I had a chance in hell of being part of it. “I was just grateful someone was making a story about female friendship that wasn’t about them trying to get a guy or assimilate.” Kaitlyn Dever and Beanie Feldstein play…

MUSIC “SPIRIT” BY BEYONCÉ The Woman’s Day team are still buzzing after watching the remake of The Lion King. It’s full of beautiful tunes, but our favourite from the movie’s official album has to be Beyoncé’s breathtaking gospel-inspired single. PODCAST HOW TO FAIL WITH ELIZABETH DAY This fascinating podcast is hosted by a British journalist and in each episode she talks to someone new about how their failures have shaped their lives. From chart-topping singers to TV show creators, there’s an amazing range of people to listen to. BOOK THE CONSTANT PRINCESS BY PHILIPPA GREGORY With The Spanish Princess currently airing on Prime, now’s the perfect time to read the novel it’s based on. To be in to win a copy of The Constant Princess, email your name and address…

Royally riled I always enjoy your magazine, but I’m tired of all the stories about the rift between the young royals (WD, July 22). None of us really knows what’s going on and, as we all know, when partners join a family, it’s difficult for everyone to get along well. Poor Meghan can’t do anything right and is picked on for eveything. On a different note, what an inspiration Gemma McCaw’s nana is. I hope my grandchildren have similar memories of me as a lot of what she says I try to put into practice. • Jan, Auckland Wise words It was such a pleasure to read the “Positive ageing” feature in your lifestlye section (WD, July 22). I am going through menopause myself and I find it is a…

Following in the footsteps of her equestrienne mother Zara Tindall, rambunctious royal Mia seems to have taken a liking to riding! The Queen’s great-grandchild was spotted running around at a charity golf event in Wales with her doting dad last week and at one point climbed up onto his back. The delightful duo giggled on the grass while Zara, 38, watched fondly from the sidelines. The only moment that dampened the smiles was when former England rugby captain Mike, 40, was asked if Mia, five, and Lena, one, had met their two-month-old second cousin Archie, to which he replied, “No, not yet.” Despite the fact Lena and Archie are so close in age, it doesn’t look like Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex have set up a playdate. For…

News presenter Sam Hayes is undeniably gorgeous, but she’s never looked more beautiful than she does right now – positively glowing with her lovely baby bump. After a rocky first five months, Sam is now enjoying the pregnancy ride and looking forward to meeting her firstborn son in the spring. It’s fantastic Sam plans to keep up her Newshub role right until she’s due. I agree with her that it’s a positive thing for people to see a heavily pregnant woman on our TV screens. Expecting a baby should be one of the happiest times in a woman’s life, but once upon a time pregnancy wasn’t something women did openly – and certainly not on the telly! I know how conservative people can be after causing national outrage when I…

With sunset views of the Pacific Ocean that seem to stretch forever, and nothing but lush native vegetation and a private, security-patrolled beach on their doorstep, it’s no wonder Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt are believed to be hiding out in an ocean villa in California as they take their renewed relationship to the next level. Sources claim the amicable exes are making a serious go of reconnecting romantically, after a rollercoaster few years stemming from Brad’s 2016 split from Angelina Jolie – the woman who originally stole Brad from his then-wife Jen. Right now his main priority while Angelina is busy with filming commitments is spending the summer with his five youngest children – Pax, 15, Zahara, 14, Shiloh, 13, and 11-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox – he’s also…

He’s one of the most famous singers in the world, with fans flocking to his concerts every year, but now Ed Sheeran has opened up about his secret battle with social anxiety. “I don’t like large groups of people, which is ironic given I play to thousands,” the “Perfect” singer, 28, reveals in an interview on his YouTube channel. “It creeps up on you,” Ed shares. “I’ve been working on it for eight years and I closed off from reality. Whether it’s getting rid of your phone or only looking at emails twice a day – or cutting down my friendship group to the bare minimum just so I can trust everyone.” The talented artist, who has sold more than 150 million albums, admits that he thought he had reached…

It seems vegan Meghan has inspired one more person to adopt a meat and dairy-free diet – Princess Beatrice! The ninth in line to the throne switched to plant-based eating after moving back to London from New York, just months after the Duchess of Sussex revealed she and hubby Harry stick to the diet on weekdays. There’ll be no cheat days for Bea, not even when she celebrates her 31st birthday next month – she’s planning a fully vegan three-course dinner party, where guests will be treated to a plant-based meal followed by a dairy-free birthday cake!…

Standing in court last week in an orange jumpsuit, his ankles in shackles, singer R. Kelly was almost unrecognisable. Once the toast of the music world with his number-one hit “I Believe I Can Fly”, the Grammy award winner – who’s facing a litany of shocking sex charges – didn’t utter a word. The judge had just ruled that instead of being released on bond to prepare for the fight of his life, he’d be remaining behind bars. Possibly forever. For the 52-year-old, once anointed the “King of R&B”, it was a bitter blow. Four months earlier, he’d railed against his accusers on US TV. “All of them are lying,” he insisted. “I have been assassinated.” But for those who are pointing the finger at the “Trapped in the Closet”…

MIRANDA KERR, 36, AND ORLANDO BLOOM, 42 GETTING TOGETHER: They met at a fashion show in 2007 and in 2010 they wed. Son Flynn made his entrance in 2011. They split two years later. AFTERMATH: Miranda is happily hitched to Snapchat co-founder Evan Spiegel, 29, and has one-year-old daughter Hart. Orlando is engaged to Katy Perry, 34. GREAT FREXES: Making a conscious effort to stay close for their son, Miranda and Katy posed for a selfie in 2016 and two years earlier Miranda was in the audience when Orlando made his Broadway debut. HE SAYS: “We’ll always love each other.” SHE SAYS: “We want each other to be happy.” JEFFERSON HACK, 48, AND KATE MOSS, 45 GETTING TOGETHER: The duo met in 2001 when journalist Jefferson interviewed Kate. His first…

Hunterville, November last year. The annual Shepherd’s Shemozzle was about to get underway. There was Elle Perriam centre stage, and some 200 young farm workers and their dogs lined up along the main street. Less than a year had passed since her 20-year-old boyfriend Will had taken his life. She’d asked for a minute’s silence to remember him and the many others who had lost their lives to suicide. At her side was Jess, Will’s treasured black dog. Jess would bark to break the silence and the other canines would follow. The noise was deafening. “It was so loud, it sent shivers down your spine,” recalls Elle of the moment that launched Will to Live, a campaign to get young shepherds “speaking up” about their mental health. But as stunning…

As a national athletics champion and co-founder of a successful plant-based food company, Rosa Flanagan has a healthy lifestyle that is an inspiration to all women. Yet the 23-year-old Olympic hopeful and business entrepreneur has not always been the athletic, robust and confident woman she is today. Early in her track career, Rosa became obsessed with her weight. She regularly deprived herself of food and was on the cusp of an eating disorder as her weight plunged to a skeletal 43kg. “I was over-training in pursuit of getting better and I wasn’t fuelling my body for all that extra work I was doing,” Rosa explains. “I had not gone through puberty and had completely neglected my body. I got to a really low weight and then became overwhelmed with body…

SERVES 4-6 PREPARATION 20 MINUTES (PLUS PROVING) COOKING 25 MINUTES 1 ¼ cups warm water 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons extra 2 teaspoons caster sugar 7g sachet dried yeast 3 cups plain flour 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt ½ cup parmesan, grated 10-12 mixed cherry tomatoes (see tip) ¼ cup pine nuts 1 sprig rosemary, leaves removed 1. In a small jug, combine water, oil, sugar and yeast. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes or until foamy. 2. In a large bowl, combine flour and half the salt. Pour in yeast mixture, combining to form a dough. 3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean, damp tea towel.…

CUT BACK ON DRINKING Drink too much alcohol and your immune system gets drunk right along with the rest of you. A session of binge drinking slows down special immune cells called cytokines that usually act as messengers to tell the body when to mount a defence against an infection. LOOK AFTER YOUR LIVER When it comes to strong immunity, your liver is your best friend. A low-sugar diet – based on eggs, a little meat and fish, whole foods, fruits, vegetables and healthy fats like olive oil and avocado – is best for your general health and will support your liver too. WELL RESTED Getting a quality sleep – generally seven to nine hours every night – is vital, as sleep deprivation can impact immunity. Studies show lack of…

People who have been to this small Cook Island get a dreamy look on their face when they talk about it – and for very good reason. 1 The island I’m a regular visitor to the bigger island of Rarotonga, staying at one of the Moana Sands resorts, eating fresh fish at the Moorings, swimming at beautiful Aroa Beach, watching the sunset at the Shipwreck Bar. There are good deals to get there (we flew Virgin Australia direct from Auckland but Air New Zealand and Jetstar go there too) and it’s a fantastic family destination that seems to improve with every visit. But just a 40-minute flight further away, the unspoilt Pacific dot of Aitutaki ticks all the boxes for something a little more romantic. The white…

Q My son and daughter-in-law are looking to buy their first home. I have loaned them some money and that is all fine, but I admit I am getting a little irritated by my daughter-in-law’s parents. They seem to have opinions on every home the young couple are looking at, without offering any assistance. How can I help make sure the youngsters get into the property market without being scared off? • Home Run, Hamilton A Well, I suggest you just be the cool parents. The best person for them to talk to is a mortgage broker. These people are invaluable and cost the buyers nothing. Recently, one helped me lower my mortgage payments by a huge chunk! When it comes to looking at houses, this market is not the…

LADY BIRD NEON In this Oscar-nominated flick, the one thing that remains constant in the life of its teenage heroine is friendship – the tight bond between Lady Bird and her friend Julie. SEX AND THE CITY NETFLIX TV’s most-loved BFFs took to the big screen in 2008 with their first feature film. The movie was a huge commercial success, proving female friendship is a box-office draw. BRIDESMAIDS iTUNES AND GOOGLE PLAY This movie isn’t about the wedding or even the bride and groom – it’s about the women in the title and their bond. With a stellar cast, the 2011 rom-com is still a fave. SPY iTUNES AND GOOGLE PLAY While at first it seems like a standard spy comedy, at its core this film is actually all about…

Did you have a favourite movie as a child? Home Alone – it’s a must watch every Christmas. I can’t wait to introduce my son to it. What about your favourite movie of all time? Forrest Gump – I enjoy a good underdog narrative. Not to mention it’s probably one of the most quoted movies of all time. What was the last movie you saw? Bohemian Rhapsody. I’m not a die-hard fan of Queen’s music, but I don’t think you have to be to enjoy this one. Rami Malek does a phenomenal job of impersonating Freddie Mercury. A movie you love to watch with a special someone? I love to snuggle up as a family on the couch and watch The Lion King. My son doesn’t sit still for much,…

In Helen Hoang’s The Bride Test (Allen & Unwin, rrp $32.99), Khai Diep feels irritation when people move his things and happiness when his ledgers balance – but with important emotions like grief or love, he feels nothing. Khai’s family understands his autism means he processes emotions differently. As he avoids relationships, his mother takes matters into her own hands and returns to Vietnam to find him a bride. Eventually, Khai is forced to realise he’s been wrong all along and that there’s more than one way to love.…

When newsreader Samantha Hayes set off to Argentina to take on one of the world’s highest peaks, she knew she’d return home with stories to tell and memories to treasure. But what she didn’t bank on was coming back to Aotearoa with a baby on board! “This was very much a happy surprise,” she smiles as she sits down with Woman’s Day to share her baby joy. “Starting a family was in the grand plan, but it definitely happened a bit sooner than we’d thought. I remember looking at that little stick with two lines on it and saying, ‘Oh, my God’ on repeat for about 20 minutes!” And the surprises didn’t stop there – Sam and her Dutch beau Jeroen “Jay” Blaauw recently found out they’re expecting a little…

In the blink of an eye, Irina Shayk looks to have well and truly moved on from her four-year romance with Bradley Cooper – and our insider reports she’s been dating none other than Justin Theroux! “She insists it’s not a rebound fling and says she has butterflies whenever she sees him, which she hasn’t had for a very long time,” the source spills. Maniac actor Justin, 47, was previously married to Jennifer Aniston, 50, who was a close friend of Bradley, 44, and he had already met Irina on a handful of occasions before they bumped into each other at a restaurant and swapped numbers shortly after the supermodel’s split. “She said she felt instantly relaxed in his company,” reveals the source. “They met twice the following week for…

Hollywood is known for its wild and wonderful ways of staying young and beautiful, and rubbing chicken fat on your face may sound next level bizarre – but apparently Nicole Kidman is into it! The Big Little Lies actress, who has admitted to using Botox in the past, has embraced the somewhat odd treatment of chicken fat facials. “Nicole has tried a lot of weird beauty stuff, but she swears by her latest discovery,” an insider reveals. The fat comes from organically raised chickens that die a natural death. It is laced with coconut oil, lime juice, apple vinegar and almond extract, then applied to the face for an hour twice a week. And, Nicole, 52, is so happy with the results, she wants even more! “She now wants the…

She may have just turned 30, but Jordan Rondel – better known as The Caker – is already preparing the recipe for her dream life. “I want my cake kits spread all across the world and sold in all the big department stores,” she declares. “It would be good to have a Caker store in LA and then New York. Then I’d probably go to Europe, do London and Paris, and maybe Asia after that. I want to take it global!” These are big goals for a woman who started a “small blog” nine years ago. Jordan has an online shop as well as a store on Auckland’s bustling Karangahape Road, selling gorgeous cakes, baking mix kits and offering classes as well. She is also the author of three cookbooks…

They live together, play together, travel together and work together, but this season’s Westside is the first time actor Todd Emerson and husband Kip Chapman have ever acted together. And while Todd, 35, is a veteran of the hit Three show as criminal Bjelke “Bilkey” van Heeder, it’s a first for Kip, 38, who is fiercely passionate about his role of Will, a doctor who has HIV. Set in the ’80s, it’s a time filled with homophobia and his character is unable to practise medicine because of the virus, and Kip hopes audiences will see how backwards thinking New Zealand was at the time. “We haven’t gone far enough yet, but we should definitely celebrate our successes and honour those who fought for those successes,” he asserts. “The generation before…

Every year more New Zealanders die by their own hand than in car crashes. And it's a sad fact that our beautiful country - which prides itself on being a great place to raise a family - has by far the highest youth suicide rate in the developed world. While our country's suicide statistics are hard enough to come to terms with, the raw human cost is an even greater tragedy. Every person to die by suicide is a mother, father, sister, brother, partner or friend - and they leave a legacy of grief and suffering to all of those they leave behind. In a special series of stories, Kiwis affected by suicide break their silence to Woman’s Day and talk about the issues that really matter.…

Edamame and mung bean pasta might not sound irresistibly delicious, but I promise you’ll be pleasantly surprised, and it’s actually even better the next day! I love it because it allows you to enjoy the moreish goodness of pasta without feeling weighted with carbohydrates, and also because it’s supremely versatile – you can add whatever you like. I used smoked chicken, but you could try it as a spag bol or switch it up into a summer pasta with smoked salmon. You can find edamame and mung bean pasta in the health food section at selected supermarkets. Chicken Pesto Pasta SERVES 4 PREPARATION 15 MINUTES COOKING 20 MINUTES 1/2 cup mushrooms (optional) 4 asparagus spears (optional) 8 cups water 1 cup edamame and mung bean pasta 1 small breast smoked…

Shannon Harris, known to her fans and followers as Shaaanxo, is New Zealand’s biggest digital star. The Palmerston North-based beauty influencer and vlogger, 26, has 3.2 million YouTube subscribers and 1.5 million Instagram followers, to whom she broadcasts a continuous stream of funny and engaging tutorials and updates. Since launching in 2009, Shaaanxo has grown to be one of YouTube’s largest channels and is the most subscribed to in the country. Shannon was also named by Forbes magazine as one of the top global beauty influencers in 2017 – she was number five on the list! We chatted to the down-to-earth entrepreneur about the valuable lessons she’s learned along the way and, of course, her current make-up and skincare obsessions. What does beauty mean to you? Beauty to me is…

Parkinson’s is a slow-moving neuro-degenerative disorder. People can go for years with only mild symptoms like a hand tremor, slowed walk and quieter speech. Their partners often don’t realise they’ve become a carer until the person with Parkinson’s begins falling regularly and it’s no longer safe to leave them alone for more than an hour or two. Over time, the couple socialises less as the person with Parkinson’s struggles to keep up with group conversations and finds it embarrassing to eat in company because they make a mess. Increased isolation combines with exhaustion as the person with Parkinson’s wakes several times a night to go to the toilet and needs help to get there. While carers are at risk of injury lifting their partner, the emotional toll is far greater.…

My first memory of the royals is of Princess Anne and her stern hairdo, which she still has to this day. I don’t think the Queen was even on my radar back then. Like Coronation Street, she was something that only old people were interested in. But Anne worried me. I wanted her to be more like Princess Caroline of Monaco, who eloped with an unsuitable playboy and had a movie star for a mother. I could just see the beautiful Caroline dancing across Parisian bridges at dawn with a ciggie in one hand and a martini in the other. Now that’s a princess. Of course, the playboy didn’t work out, Princess Grace died in a tragic car accident, Caroline’s second husband also perished in awful circumstances, and her third…

In some countries, pink, baby blue, mauve, orange and taupe cars are incredibly in vogue, but not here. No, in New Zealand, there are three colours – silvery-grey, van-white and “others”. This is what leads to the mayhem. In the mall I frequent, parking the car is always a mission. Since the Kaikoura and Seddon earthquakes, a lot of parking buildings are now no-go areas – either they’re under construction or annoyingly closed. So at my mall, it’s like Christmas Eve late-night shopping every day of the week. The trick is that when you drive around and around long enough and finally get that magical park on level something, row something else, you need to remember where you parked. Because I’m the typical busy woman circa 2019, I always seem…

Lea Michele is on a roll – and she’s not slowing down any time soon. The 32-year-old artist is blissfully married, releasing new music and is using her voice to elevate other women. “At this point in my life, I feel the most grounded and happiest I ever have,” the former Glee star says as she catches up with Woman’s Day. You recently got married to apparel exec Zandy Reich, 36. What do you love most about your life as a couple right now? My answer is sort of boring. I get to be married to my best friend, which is the greatest thing in the entire world. You have said in the past that you were raised to be a confident woman. Have you always been so self-assured? No,…

ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK Friday on Netflix Rating: ★★★★ The seventh and final season of the cult series is here! After fearlessly tackling tricky and sometimes taboo subjects, this show is sure going to be missed! THE LAST CZARS Now on Netflix Rating: ★★★ An interesting hybrid between documentary and drama series, this show recreates the fall of the Russian Romanov dynasty. THE GREAT HACK Wednesday on Netflix Rating: ★★★ This doco investigates the Cambridge Analytica scandal, in which personal data was taken without consent and used to drive political ads, including Donald Trump’s campaign. SECRET OBSESSION Now on Netflix Rating: ★★★ Former Disney darling Brenda Song is changing her tune with this creepy thriller about a woman who loses her memory and finds herself unable to trust her…

Cancer JUN 22 - JUL 23 Flow with the twists and turns and this could end up a very productive period – you may stumble upon an intriguing money-making idea (or person!) along the way. For singles, someone outdoorsy could have a powerful pull, while parents might find themselves reliving childhood through the kids. Leo JUL 24 - AUG 23 Look out world! With the sun and Mars both energising your sign, you’re raring to go. An exciting opportunity might land in your lap, but don’t scrimp on research under the Mercury retrograde. Meanwhile, kick up your heels with family and friends, then launch things off in a few weeks. Virgo AUG 24 - SEP 23 Practices such as meditation or yoga could bring a fresh sense of calm and…