Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 44, 2025 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Poppin’ questions! Look away, Rihanna! A$AP Rocky and actress Margaret Qualley filmed a cute proposal scene in front of a New York subway for a commercial. We say yes! C’est romantique Unlikely couple Katy Perry and former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau took their love public with a steamy date night at Parisian burlesque club Crazy Horse. Movie star sensation! Stone cold beauty! She shaved her head for new film Bugonia, but Emma Stone was back to her glamorous best as she hit the promo tour in New York. Dead spooky No bones about it, The Hits radio host Matty McLean and his husband Ryan Teece made a cute couple for Halloween. Pitch perfect Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex shared a public cuddle while cheering on their fave…

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‘They don’t know where to turn or who to trust’ Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are more alone than ever amid the ongoing scandal surrounding their parents, Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson. Their once-united family is in tatters and we’re told the girls may be forced to walk away from royal life. “Beatrice and Eugenie don’t know where to turn or who to trust,” a palace insider tells Woman’s Day. “They’re fighting for what’s left of their credibility.” Ninth and 12th in line to the throne respectively, Beatrice, 37, and Eugenie, 35, are now under investigation themselves, with everyone keen to make sure their finances cannot be linked in any way to their disgraced mum and dad’s relationship with late child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The news comes after confirmation from…

Food has always been at the heart of Temuera Morrison’s life – from the hāngī his uncles taught him to lay in Rotorua as a boy, to the walnut salad that influenced his decision to become an actor, as well as the boil-ups he still cooks for his whānau every Saturday he’s home. It’s no surprise then that Tem now fronts his own TV food show, Earth Oven, travelling the world to meet cultures still using the ancient technique of cooking underground. “It’s probably one of the best jobs I’ve ever had,” says the 64-year-old Kiwi star. “I’ve always admired people who do food shows.” From his Maketū beach house on the Bay of Plenty coast, Tem looks out to Motiti Island, where he collected kaimoana for the Aotearoa episode…

She was a stalwart behind the reception desk of Fawlty Towers – and in the hearts of TV viewers. And beloved British sitcom star Prunella Scales, who died peacefully in London on 27 October, aged 93, remained tied to her most famous character, Sybil Fawlty, until the very end. “I’m grateful to it on the whole,” the actress once said of the role. “It opened, rather than closed, doors for me.” And the late star’s sons, Samuel and Joseph, revealed Prunella was watching the comedy, which made her a household name, the day before she died. John Cleese, who played her bumbling husband Basil on Fawlty Towers, paid tribute to his co-star last week. “How very sad,” the 86-year-old icon says. “Pru was a really wonderful comic actress… She was…

FIDDY THE FLORIST Some florists find it hard to choose one bloom as their all-time favourite – it’s a bit like picking a favourite child – but nature-loving Fiddy has never had that problem. Her floral displays consist of one flower and one flower only: the humble but beautiful camellia. When Aalish Bennett started finding camellia blossoms scattered on the windowsill of her Bay of Plenty bedroom, she thought her partner Matt was trying for a little rustic romance. The mystery deepened when the flowers kept appearing despite Matt denying all knowledge. It was several days – and floral deliveries – later before the covert florist was revealed to be Fiddy, a new friend who’d been visiting their yard on the regular. She was spotted in the act – jumping…

What happens when you take Paris – all its fashion, swoon-worthy architecture and romance – then make it a bit smaller, lose the tourist crush and quiet the noise? You get Bordeaux. Stunning architecture, wondrous wines, world-class museums and a buzzing restaurant scene that’s guaranteed to impress even the most demanding of gourmands – when it comes to under-the-radar European city breaks, Bordeaux should be top of your list. WINE WANDERING Known for its wine since as far back as the second century when the Romans first planted grapes here, in Bordeaux the grape is god. But first things first, you can’t begin your wine-tasting without first learning both the history of wine and the region’s role in its development. The only cultural centre in the world dedicated to the…

MY BEST BINGE-WATCH Pretty Little Liars! About five years ago, I had a week or two off and I’m embarrassed by how much time I spent watching back-to-back episodes of that show. I was so hooked on the outfits, the drama and wanting to know how it ended. MY TOP PODCAST I don’t know why I do this to myself because I’m an anxious person, but I get hooked on true crime, especially when I’m on the road. I’ve been listening to Crime Junkie lately and as much as it spooks me, it gets me through long trips on the road. There are so many episodes! MY MUSIC OBSESSION I will always love Dolly Parton. She’s so great. My go-to, though, is meditation music. I listen to it when I’m…

It was a wonderful, quintessentially Kiwi wedding when TVNZ sports reporter Michelle Prendiville married former Highlanders star Marty Banks in a beautiful Bay of Plenty ceremony. But it almost didn’t happen, thanks to a “super storm” that caused havoc with flights and other arrangements. It reminded me of my own big day, which came in the aftermath of the 2023 Auckland floods. I remember being rather stressed and sweary, self-medicating with ouzo shots, but the sun came out when we needed it and everything went largely to plan. Just as it did for Michelle and Marty – well, apart from that espresso martini spill! For the full story, turn to page 10. Meanwhile, if you need some extra cuteness in your life, on page 38, you’ll find our adorable story…

Keanu Reeves has sparked fears after he was spotted looking frail while out in New York City last week. The action star, 61, seemed like a shadow of his former self, sporting scraggly facial hair and a gaunt frame – and it even has his partner Alexandra Grant, 52, worried. “He’s been in nonstop rehearsals for his Broadway play Waiting For Godot and it’s pretty intense,” a source tells us. “He needs to be slim for the role and Alexandra is not happy about it. “He’s in his sixties now, but even Keanu’s the first to admit his body’s not what it used to be. It takes a lot more out of him than it did before.”…

Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas’ promising romance cooled off rather suddenly – and the timing of their split suspiciously coincided with his ex-wife’s shock divorce news! Now a longtime pal of Tom’s claims he could see Nicole Kidman’s divorce from Keith Urban as his window to get back in her good graces. “Tom will never get over Nicole, end of story,” says the friend. “She was the longest relationship he ever had. He knows she would never go back to him, but he does want to break down that wall between them.” Tom, 63, and Nicole, 58, adopted kids Bella and Connor, but their 11-year marriage ended in 2001 amid speculation Tom’s involvement in Scientology – and Nic’s lack of interest in it – had taken its toll.…

Royal cover-up? It’s been nearly two years since King Frederik of Denmark was photographed on an overnight trip in Spain with Mexican socialite Genoveva Casanova. At the time, the palace dubbed the meeting a “private visit” but wouldn’t comment any further on the intense speculation that followed about the state of his marriage to Queen Mary. But now there are fears history could be repeating itself with the news that on three recent occasions, the king quietly stepped away from palace life and he hasn’t publicly confirmed where he was. As next in line to the Danish throne, Fred’s 20-year-old son Crown Prince Christian acted as regent for three days between 12 and 14 September, then again between 27 and 30 September. He did the same on 22 and 23…

ANAPELA POLATAIVAO, Tinā actress What does it mean to you to be nominated? It means the character of Mareta has served her purpose and made an impact on screen. Why should we vote for you? Because you’ll get the jandal if you don’t – with love, of course! How will you celebrate if you win? I’ll make my mum watch Tinā one more time. Just kidding. I’ll treat her to a massage and dinner with the family. SCOTTY MORRISON, Te Karere presenter What does it mean to you to be nominated? When I look at the other screen personalities who’ve won, it does make me feel rather inadequate! But it’s great recognition for the programmes I’m on – Te Karere, Marae and the Origins doco series. Hopefully, people watch these…

Painting walls and timber is straightforward and more commonplace than it used to be. But if you have melamine cupboards in the kitchen, you may not realise you can actually do the same. You will, however, need to use a special primer, such as Resene Laminate and Melamine Primer before painting. YOU WILL NEED ✦ Paint tray, paint roller and brushes ✦ Sandpaper 220 grit ✦ Resene Laminate and Melamine Primer ✦ Resene Lustacryl Semi-gloss waterborne enamel paint in Resene Kelp ✦ Resene SpaceCote Flat Kitchen & Bathroom paint in Resene Spanish White for the walls and ceiling (to complement cabinetry) ✦ Optional: Resene Non-Skid Deck & Path in Resene Spanish White for a curved wall 1 If you can, it’s easiest to remove all the doors and drawer fronts,…

Q My father passed away while we were estranged. I never got the chance to say goodbye or tell him I still loved him despite everything. Does he know how I feel now? Can he understand what I couldn’t say in life? Heartbroken MITCHELL SAYS I feel your dad stepping forward with love and regret. He tells me he knows exactly how you feel now and it’s never too late to say the words you couldn’t in life – he hears when you think of him. Your dad says he is sorry for not being the father you needed at times. He understands much more clearly from where he is now. He loves you and I sense your bond with him has grown stronger since his passing. He can see…

MOVIE BRITISH AND IRISH FILM FESTIVAL From Dame Emma Thompson’s chilling new wilderness thriller Dead Of Winter to a mind-bending doco about a maths prodigy who cracks the lottery, this year’s cinema showcase contains 23 must-see movies that represent the best of the British Isles on the big screen. For more information, visit britishfilmfestival.co.nz. IN CINEMAS NOW BOOK CLOWN TOWN by Mick Herron The failed spies return in the latest book from the series that inspired Slow Horses. This time, the gang faces the fallout from a covert MI5 operation that goes wrong in Ireland. Mixing humour, espionage and twists, this a fun romp that should see you through a few lazy afternoons. ON SHELVES NOW ($38, HACHETTE) EVENT 7 DAYS LIVE Prepare for your funny bone to be tickled…

Facebook loved our interview with Melanie Lynskey, where she talked about fighting against showbiz beauty standards… “I saw the Pike River movie last night. It was insightful and beautifully filmed. Melanie was absolutely fantastic, as was Robyn Malcolm.” “An amazing actress and amazing person!!! I would love to sit across the dinner table from her and just talk.” “I enjoy her acting. I don’t care if she’s skinny or not whilst she’s doing her job.” “One of my favourite actresses, not just because she’s Kiwi. Always plays such diverse parts. Great acting in Pike!” “Raw, brave and honest. No Botox, no concerns for the plastic façade Hollywood brings. So Kiwi, down to earth and natural. Loved her in Heavenly Creatures. Cool chick.” Join the conversation... wdaynz@aremedia.co.nz WomansDayNZ @womansdaynz womansday.co.nz…

Out for revenge! Lily Allen hasn’t held anything back in her break-up album West End Girl – and we hear her ex David Harbour isn’t too pleased about getting the womaniser edit! “David’s having an absolute meltdown over Lily’s album,” an insider tells. “He’s got his big Stranger Things finale premiere and now it’s going to be overshadowed by his disastrous divorce. He knows producers aren’t happy at all.” On one track, Lily, 40, calls her partner a “sex addict” who led a “double life”. On another, she alludes to being betrayed in an open marriage “arrangement” when her spouse cheats with a woman called Madeline. It didn’t take long for costume designer Natalie Tippett to be named as the mystery woman David, 50, allegedly had an affair with. The…

It seems like Jessica Alba has fallen for more than just Australia’s beaches – the actress last week went “Instagram official” with her hunky boyfriend, Colombian-Mexican actor Danny Ramirez. In Oz to film new movie The Mark, the Hollywood star, 44, shared a snap of herself in between takes at Byron’s Little Wategos Beach, walking down the steps hand in hand with Danny, 33, who appeared in Top Gun: Maverick. She captioned the post, “Byron Bay” and added a heart. Jess’ new romance comes just eight months after she filed for divorce from Cash Warren, 46, the father of her three kids, Honor, 17, Haven, 14, and Hayes, seven.…

Telling her truth! Warring exes Deborra-Lee Furness and Hugh Jackman made amends recently after two years of iciness – and an insider reveals the Aussie actress used the opportunity to dish about her big book deal! “Hugh had heard about Deb’s plans, but he didn’t really know anything until she told him herself during their secret meet-up,” says a source close to the exes, adding they’ve caught up face to face multiple times in New York, trying to pave the way to a new chapter in their relationship. “He’d been warned early on that almost every A-list divorcée is approached to write a book, but part of him hoped Deb wouldn’t take that fat publisher’s cheque.” Deborra-Lee, 69, has been spied leaving a New York publishing house with notes in…

When Madeleine McCarthy was offered the chance to audition for Shortland Street, the talented young actress nearly turned it down. “Originally, I was asked to audition for Poppy, a slightly older doctor, but I was just 20 at the time, so I told my agent I didn’t think I’d get cast and there was no point me auditioning,” she explains. Thankfully, Maddie – as she’s known to her mates – did get in front of the casting directors and ended up landing the plum role of Cleo, a junior surgeon with anxiety. “I’ve watched Shorty since I was little and I always knew I’d be on it one day, but I never thought I’d be a core character,” shares the Auckland-based actress, now 21. “I thought I’d just come in…

Sophie Monk’s been married for nearly four years, so the host of Love Island Australia and Beauty And The Geek knows a thing or two about love. But while the one-time Bardot popstar and her husband Joshua Gross have a solid union, Sophie admits they still argue just as much as the rest of us – although perhaps not about what we’d expect! “When Married At First Sight is airing, that’s the time we fight the most in our relationship,” the 45-year-old confesses. “I’ll take someone’s side and he’ll take someone else’s, then it’s on!” Her hubby, who never watched reality TV before meeting Sophie, is now as hooked as she is. In fact, reality and true crime are the only genres they watch at home on the Central Coast,…

Just two years ago, Tall Ferns shooter Mary Morton-Jones was told she might never play again after a car accident left the basketballer in a coma with a traumatic brain injury. Having to re-learn how to swallow, talk and walk, the outstanding athlete has defied the odds and is back on court playing in the Tauihi Basketball Aotearoa League. Her comeback began when she started playing for the East Perth Eagles just 10 months after the horrific car accident. “As my husband points out, I came back so soon and so well because I was so motivated,” says Mary. “We didn’t know if there would be more damage done by sitting around doing nothing. “But it was really, really hard in Perth – we discovered it was very difficult managing…

Growing up in Christchurch, Josette Klausen wanted to be singer/actress Hilary Duff. She learnt the guitar and would watch the music video for the popstar’s hit Teardrops On My Guitar on repeat. “We only had enough internet to load the first 30 seconds, so I’d just replay that!” she recalls, smiling. Never could Josette have imagined she’d one day be an international sensation – touring the world as a Taylor Swift tribute act! “I also used to listen to her Red album lots as a kid, before getting into different genres,” she says. “Even if you’re not an avid listener, everyone knows Taylor’s songs, so when this opportunity came up, it was the easiest thing to fall back in love with her catalogue.” Josette’s career as an impersonator first began…

Did you know that people who hang out and spend time with others live longer, happier and healthier lives? Making and maintaining meaningful relationships can have a big difference in how we feel, particularly as we age. And it’s not just about staying close to family or good mates – forming a connection to your local community, along with the people and services in it, can also provide health and happiness benefits. CATCH-UPS KEEP US HEALTHY People with good friends are at a lower risk of things like high blood pressure and cholesterol, meaning they’re less likely to have a heart attack or stroke. However, in contrast, those feeling isolated are more likely to die prematurely, according to the World Health Organisation, with global reports estimating approximately 100 loneliness-related deaths…

MEATBALLS WITH SAUCE MAKES APPROXIMATELY 20 MEATBALLS • 1kg minced (ground) beef • 1 egg • 1 garlic clove, grated • 50g grated parmesan cheese, plus extra to serve • ¼ cup full-cream milk • 50g breadcrumbs • ¼ bunch finely chopped fresh parsley • pinch of dried oregano • 15g salt • freshly ground black pepper, to taste NAPOLI SAUCE • 100ml extra virgin olive oil • 1 garlic clove, crushed • 1 onion, chopped • 2kg tinned crushed tomatoes • ½ bay leaf • ½ bunch fresh basil sprigs, leaves chopped • 3g salt • pinch of freshly ground black pepper 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper. 2 To make the meatballs, put all the ingredients in a large bowl and…

Scooter girl CAMERON DIAZ Well, this is certainly a new look! The Charlie’s Angels actress was spotted scooting around in a camo puffer vest while on the New Jersey set of her new film. FLOWER POWER! PAMELA ANDERSON The Baywatch legend swapped her trademark red togs for a frilly floral frock and some ladybird stockings when she attended her garden-themed skincare launch in New York. Jase’s faces JASON MOMOA MOA Is there any look the Aquaman actor can’t pull off? Judging by his various hairdos in the new Christmas ads for finance company Chime, yes... LOVE, SET, MATCH! ANDRE AGASSI & STEFFI GRAF The sporting legends took to social media to share these adorable snaps in honour of their 24th wedding anniversary. What a perfect (tennis) match! DRACO’S BACK TOM…