Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 23, 2021 i Woman's Day

Growing up, I was incredibly close to all my grandparents and these days, I have a very special relationship with my nanna. As I get older it’s a bond I treasure more and more and I’m also acutely aware how privileged I am to have her in my life. Perhaps it’s why, like many others I know, I laughed and cried repeatedly while tuning in to the recent season of ABC’s Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. I did the same when reading about Chaffey Aged Care in Merbein, Victoria (p34), where they’ve recently welcomed 72 preschoolers as part of an intergenerational care program. The centre’s CEO Darren Midgley beautifully described the results when he told us, “It’s magic!”…

The breakfast newsdesks over at Seven and Nine might look very different in the near future if rumours of TV’s biggest shake-up in years come to pass. With the runaway success of Natalie Barr’s new role on Seven’s Sunrise, a TV insider claims that Nine executives are now thinking about rejigging the line-up on Today as the combo of hosts Karl Stefanovic and Allison Langdon don’t always set the ratings alight. “It would be a cross between a bloodbath and dog’s dinner at Today at the moment. Karl and Allison haven’t exactly been winning the ratings,” a well-placed insider tells Woman’s Day. “Karl has been firing up at interviewees, politicians, anyone in a bid to get people talking about the show.” HOST WITH THE MOST And as the top dogs…

Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi confirmed last week that they’re expecting a little one later this year – and it seems they’re already on the hunt for the perfect family home! There were UK reports last week that Beatrice, 32, and Edo, 37, toured a $4 million home near Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, which boasts a “party barn” and a swimming pool. But our insiders say the couple were most taken with how much space the country bolthole boasts. “Bea and Edo will continue to live at St James’s Palace in London, but they want to have somewhere with some fresh air for their growing family,” says a source. “She has plenty of chums who’ve already made the tree change from the city. Kate Moss and the…

It’s been the year from hell for embattled Ellen DeGeneres, and ending her wildly successful show under the weight of bullying claims is only the beginning. After being forced to defend herself over claims she’s a monster boss to everyone from her assistants and producers to her home security, Woman’s Day can reveal she’s also staring down the barrel of a divorce from her Aussie wife Portia De Rossi. Ellen, 63, has admitted she’s been staying with longtime friend Courteney Cox in Malibu, and it’s believed Portia, 48, is remaining at their Montecito mansion alone. Ellen has also been spotted out and about not wearing her wedding ring. HIGHLY STRUNG “Portia obviously knew Ellen could be a little difficult at times, but always put it down to stress,” our source…

Seventeen years after their final hurrah, the Friends cast finally got back together for a long-awaited “celebration” of the iconic series, which is set to hit US screens on HBO Max on May 27. Filmed on the show’s original soundstage at Warner Bros Studio lot in Burbank, The One Where They Get Back Together is an unscripted retrospective of the TV comedy, featuring the stars – Jennifer Aniston, 52, Courteney Cox, 56, Lisa Kudrow, 57, David Schwimmer, 54, Matt LeBlanc, 53, and Matthew Perry, 51 – and producers of the show. SPECIAL GUESTS And joining the actors – aka Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Ross, Joey and Chandler – will be a slew of celebrity guests, including Justin Bieber, David Beckham, Lady Gaga, Mindy Kaling, Cara Delevingne, Reese Witherspoon, Cindy Crawford and…

She may have looked the perfect princess in the official portraits, but Isabella was caught on camera telling off mum Mary while the family lined up for photographers! “I was supposed to go with Grandma... Don’t you get that?” the teen was overheard saying. The royal source adds, “She must be aware that she can do ‘more’ on her own and act different than Christian – and get away with it! – because she is not expected to be the queen. She is simply not raised the same. “In the future we will probably see her being more rebellious than her siblings because she really is her own kind.”…

She might be confined to a wheelchair and barely able to speak, but Maria Venuti’s vibrant brown eyes light up as she breaks into the biggest smile, completely overjoyed at the news she’s soon to become a grandmother. “This is like a blessing and a miracle rolled into one... there are no words to adequately convey our family’s euphoria,” beams 80-year-old Maria’s devoted daughter, carer and best friend Bianca, 41. “It’s been her dream to become a nonna for as long as I can remember.” After Maria’s catastrophic stroke in 2016, Bianca reveals she made a pact with her mum as she lay in the ICU desperately battling for her life. “I held her hand and made a very emotional pledge that if she woke from her coma, then I’d…

Shocking roadside shooting Rebecca Landrith left a legal career in Virginia to work as a model in New York when she was in her early 20s. In 2014, she was a finalist in the Miss Manhattan contest and around the same time launched a fashion public relations company. However, Rebecca became fixated on conspiracy theories, and in 2016 she cut ties with her family. Over the next few years she faced a number of misdemeanour charges. In the final months before her death, Rebecca had been travelling the US under a different name. In February 2021, her body was found at a freeway exit in Pennsylvania. The 47-year-old had been shot 18 times. Truck driver Tracy Rollins, 28, was arrested and charged with her murder, and is awaiting trial. He…

1 Which 1980s film is this a scene from? 2 What is the largest species of penguin? 3 In which continent would you be able to visit Timbuktu? 4 How many times has Fred Nile been married? 5 How many hurdles are there in a 400m hurdle race? 6 In which decade was actress and author Joan Collins born? 7 Which TV show features a bar called Moe’s Tavern? 8 What is the Christian name of the wife of Prince Edward? 9 Which celebrity chef has children named Petal Blossom Rainbow and Buddy Bear Maurice? 10 Which is considered the world’s longest river? 11 The city of Las Vegas is in which US state? 12 With which country do we associate haggis? 13 Coulrophobia is the fear of what type…

Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 Sometimes, something’s gotta give! Wednesday’s eclipse could reveal a few truths, but a reality check might be just what you need. Let off some steam with a gossipy catch-up or treat the kids to a big day out. Then take yourself shopping – it’s birthday season! TIME TO TRY If your love-life needs a boost, plan something extra special for Thursday. OCTAVIA SPENCER Like so many Geminis, this award-winning actress is intelligent and makes smart onscreen choices. Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 Don’t let appearances deceive you: it’s all happening beneath the surface. This week’s eclipse might even expose a full-scale deception, or a brewing power struggle could erupt. Luckily, escaping reality should prove easy – in fact, things could get steamy. TIME…

YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU Each year, Australians waste approximately 7.3 million tonnes of food contributing more than five per cent of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions. It might sound like a massive issue to tackle, but it’s doable in small steps, like starting to compost scraps in your home. “Creating soil is an act of reparation, and something that we all can do. Closing the loop of our own waste is a powerful thing,” say Plants Of Power authors Stacey Demarco and Miranda Mueller. DO GOOD, FEEL GOOD Given just how much waste we as a global community are responsible for, there’s never been a better time to jump on the composting bandwagon – for the earth and for yourself and your family. “Being accountable for…

Go bronze “Shimmering bronze shades are a great way to introduce a pop of colour and to brighten the eyes,” says Bobbi Brown national education executive Kheahni Jackson. The simplest way to achieve this is with a liquid formula blended out with your fingertips. Wake up Subtle cream highlighters can add a pop of radiance to the inner corner of the eye. These can sometimes slide on the skin, so try “a light matte shadow instead to give the illusion of a brighter, more awake look”, says Kheahni. Flick it For a “lightening” effect, a small winged liner can give your face an instant lift. “Start to turn the flick up towards your crease from the last few lashes, rather than the last one and point towards the end of…

At the end of Step 4, cool pork, then transfer to freezersafe containers in portions, allowing space at the top for expansion. Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge, then reheat in a saucepan over medium heat for 10 mins until simmering. SLOW-COOKER PORK TORTILLAS WITH SLAW SERVES 6 PREP 15 MINS COOK 8 HOURS • 2 tsp chilli powder • 2 tsp smoked paprika • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1.6kg boneless pork shoulder roast, skin removed • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, thinly sliced • 4 garlic cloves, chopped • 1 cup tomato passata • ½ cup maple syrup • ½ cup apple cider vinegar • chargrilled small tortillas, avocado, sour cream, lime wedges, to serve SLAW • ¼ red cabbage, shredded…

MOVIE A QUIET PLACE: PART II The Abbott family must run and face the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival… in complete silence. Stars Emily Blunt and John Krasinski. IN CINEMAS Thursday BOOK LEGACY by Nora Roberts Attempting to move on with her life after a traumatic childhood, Adrian Rizzo’s world is rocked when she receives a death threat in the post. She soon discovers it’s come from someone from her past who she thought was long buried. OUT WEDNESDAY (Hachette Australia, $32.99) EVENT JURASSIC WORLD by Brickman Created by Lego Masters’ Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught, this world-first experience at Melbourne’s Convention & Exhibition Centre sees 50 large-scale dinosaurs, props, scenes and activities made from six million Lego bricks. Immersive and gobsmacking fun for…

Roving around the zoo Rove McManus said “the carrots are on me next time” after going neck and neck with Robert Irwin and his giraffe pal at Australia Zoo. Taking it to the street The Gogglebox gang – Lee, Keith, Kate, Faye and Matt – caught up in Melbourne for some off-screen laughs. Daddy day care Ryan Reynolds stepped out with his eldest daughter James, six – who’s the spitting image of her mum Blake Lively! – for some father-daughter bonding in the Big Apple. All grown up! Russell Crowe’s ex Danielle Spencer shocked fans with this picture of their sons Charles, 17, and Tennyson, 14. Shake it off! Jessica Rowe ditched her famous food hats for this sparkly disco number for a sashay around her kitchen. Looking good, lady!…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been open about the fact that they’ve debated whether or not to have a fourth and final child. Prince William, 38, claims he feels that their three children – Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, six, and Prince Louis, three – is enough, but had admitted to fans in recent years that his wife of 10 years would happily go again. And last week, pictures of the duke and duchess out and about had royal watchers all aflutter that the couple could indeed be expecting! “Kate was very protective of her stomach and could be seen subconsciously holding her hand over it,” says an onlooker at the youth event in Wolverhampton, where Kate looked as stylish as ever in a polka-dot blouse, blazer and…

STAND-UP COMEDY After becoming a fixture on the stand-up scene in the 1970s, she got her big break on the Johnny Carson show in 1986. HER OWN SHOW She scored her own sitcom in the early ’90s, which ran for four seasons until 1998. COMING OUT Ellen proved herself to be a trailblazer when she came out as a lesbian to Oprah and on the cover of Time magazine. DAYTIME QUEEN The Ellen DeGeneres Show debuted in September 2003. As the host, Ellen regularly gave audience members insane gifts, performed epic dance moves with guests and even interviewed Barack and Michelle Obama. VOICE OF A GENERATION Ellen stole the show in 2003 as the voice of Dory in hit Pixar film Finding Nemo, popularising the saying, “Just keep swimming.” TOAST…

A new interview promoting the Friends reunion has left fans worried sick about a very under-the-weather-looking Matthew Perry. In a chat with People magazine, the actor – an alcoholic who developed a painkiller addiction from a jetski accident in 1997 – appeared hunched over, with viewers noting that he slurred his words. One fan tweeted his appearance “breaks my heart”, while another added, “Hate to say it, but I’m sad and scared like hell for Matthew Perry.” Matthew’s co-stars Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer, who appeared alongside him, looked to laugh uncomfortably at his misfired comments.…

Fans of beloved TV comedy The Nanny have been rocked after a leading cast member made shocking allegations of an unwanted “sexual advance” during her time on the show. Lauren Lane, who played CC Babcock on the series for its six-year run in the ’90s, claims that guest star Wallace Shawn allegedly stuck his tongue in her ear off-camera during a taping in 1994. ‘LITTLE DEATH’ Wallace, then 50, had just wrapped his scenes for the second season when Lauren – who was 33 at the time – claims the seasoned actor leaned in to say goodbye. “I’m walking up to my dressing room and he’s going back to New York, so we hug goodbye, and he put his f**king tongue in my ear,” Lauren recently told the media. “I…

It’s been nearly 10 years since Melbourne mum Adriana Condello was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and she can still remember her fear about what it would mean for her future. “All I knew about it was from a video I’d seen in primary school about a woman who had MS and she was in a wheelchair,” the 36-year-old tells Woman’s Day. At the time, the newly qualified accountant hadn’t given much thought to motherhood but while MS doesn’t affect fertility, Adriana’s doctors explained she would have to come off her medication during conception and pregnancy, which could lead to a relapse. Full of trepidation, Adriana talked this over with her partner Mark. “It broke my heart to think we might never have a baby,” Adriana remembers. “I told him it…

Missing Missy AMANDA SAYS Missy tells me she was a stray and she doesn’t like to be an inside cat. In fact, she gets very nervous about being inside. Missy tells me she used to live in a house with several kids she didn’t like very much because they were quite full-on, with lots of yelling and screaming. She waited for an opportunity to escape and when a door was open she ran out and kept running for as long as she could because anything would be better than those living conditions. Missy has been with Anne now for about six months. She’s very strong and independent but loves and trusts Anne very much. Missy lived near the beach near Anne for a little while. She says she will come…

YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU Meditation, breathing exercises, journalling – there are many exercises out there to help you with mindfulness. But have you thought about picking up your child’s puzzle or board game instead? It might sound silly, but it turns out “adult play” could be a real driver in combating stress. RELEASE YOUR INNER CHILD According to the Lego Play Well Study 2020, play helps eight in 10 adults relax. “Sometimes as adults we need to give ourselves permission to play, to laugh, to connect or just take a break,” says Sean Hall, mental health advocate and CEO of productivity and mental wellbeing consultancy service, Energx (energx.com.au). “Neuroscience and positive psychology research show that practices that help you slow down, let go of tension and…

TIP Light or dark, there’s a shade of this decadent hue for you. TIP Enrich the colour palette by pairing with gold details.…

THAI LEMONGRASS & COCONUT SOUP SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS COOK 50 MINS • 200g dried rice vermicelli noodles • 1 tbsp peanut oil • 8 chicken lovely legs (see tip) • 1 red onion, finely chopped • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised • 5cm ginger, thinly sliced • 4 kaffir lime leaves, bruised • 1 long red chilli, thinly sliced • 1 ½ litres chicken stock • 400ml can coconut cream • 180g fried tofu puffs • 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved • ⅓ cup lime juice • 1 tbsp finely grated palm sugar • 1 tbsp fish sauce • coriander leaves, fried shallots, to serve 1 Prepare noodles following packet directions. 2 In a large saucepan, heat oil on medium. Brown chicken 4-5 mins, turning. Set aside. 3 In…

1 ELEVATE YOUR SMOOTHIE The hand blender is perfect to help take your breakfast smoothie to the next level by adding your favourite nuts, seeds and superfoods to the blender. They will not only add flavour and variety, but also a nutritional boost. 2 A FRESH TWIST ON PESTO Throw ½ bunch each basil and mint leaves, 1 garlic clove, ¼ cup parmesan, 2 tbsp smoked almonds and ½ cup of olive oil into your hand blender mini chopper and blend until smooth. Serve with pasta, bread, crackers or crudites. 3 QUICK WHIPPED FETA DIP You always need a quick and easy addition to your cheese board when entertaining, and the hand blender will help do just that. Blend 1 block feta, 2 tbsp sour cream and fresh dill, oregano…

Elementary WEDNESDAY, 9PM, FOXTEL FOX ONE The seventh – and final season – sees Sherlock Holmes (Jonny Lee Miller) living in New York City, where he and Dr Joan Watson (Lucy Liu) are asked by old foe Odin Reichenbach (James Frain) to test his new system that predicts which people will commit a crime. But will Odin take drastic action before they finish their investigation? Meanwhile, get ready for a huge twist in the final episode. Black Monday MONDAY, STAN In this biting comedy, we step back in time to 1987, when Wall Street experienced the worst stock market crash in its history. And to this day, no one knows who, or what, caused it... until now. Black Monday follows the employees of trading firm the Jammer Group, who take…

Jen’s Jamming! JENNIFER LOPEZ Fresh off her romantic Montana getaway with on-again beau Ben Affleck, a beaming J.Lo got back into the groove of work on the set of an ad for fashion brand Coach in Miami, Florida. Larger than life SELMA BLAIR The actress recreated her infamous kiss with Cruel Intentions co-star Sarah Michelle Gellar, albeit with a cardboard cut-out at an estate sale in LA! SAY CHEESE, OFFICERS! MARISKA HARGITAY The Law & Order: Organized Crime star stopped for a mass selfie between takes, while co-stars Danielle Mone Truitt, Christopher Meloni and Dylan McDermott got all the goss on the spin-off. Wippa it good! MICHAEL WIPFLI Radio host Wippa packed a mighty punch at a boxing training session in Sydney. Wippa-ing yourself into shape, hey?! COVID-SAFE SELFIES! TOM…

PAMMY SLAMS NEW BIOPIC! Fans are buzzing about upcoming biopic Pam & Tommy, which turns the spotlight on iconic ’90s couple Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee and their infamous sex tape scandal. But insiders say Pam is “furious” about having her dirty laundry aired in public again! “This was one of the most stressful periods of her life,” a source says of the 53-year-old Baywatch star. “And now she has to relive it.” For years, Pam and the Motley Crue rocker, 58, were embroiled in lawsuits over a stolen sex tape from the couple’s 1995 honeymoon. “Pamela is doing her best to roll her eyes and rise above it all,” says the insider of the star’s reaction to the racy series, starring Lily James and Sebastian Stan. “The whole thing…

Just days before his TV tell-all attempt to clear his name, accused actor Craig McLachlan was hit with fresh allegations of sexual misconduct. In a document filed in the Supreme Court and released to the ABC last week, three Australian actresses detail the troublesome incidents they allegedly experienced while working alongside the 55-year-old on various projects between 2008 and 2014. NEW CLAIMS While working as an extra on The Doctor Blake Mysteries in 2014, actress Tamzen Hayes claims she was sexually assaulted by Craig when she appeared in an episode as a corpse, and on a separate occasion, he gave her an unwanted, open-mouthed kiss when she was leaving set. “Hayes was in shock and didn’t know what to do. McLachlan pulled away a few seconds later when a crew…

Their beaming smiles said it all! Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik were overjoyed to be by eldest child Prince Christian’s side as the 15-year-old made his confirmation at the Fredensborg Palace Church in Denmark on May 15. In front of just 25 guests, including his grandmother Queen Margrethe, 81, and his siblings, Princess Isabella, 14, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, both 10, the teen took part in the time-honoured royal and religious tradition in the same church his father Fred was confirmed 40 years ago. SPECIAL DAY “Prince Christian chose Fredensborg Church, which is a strong indication that even at a young age he’s very traditional, like his grandmother,” a Danish royal insider tells Woman’s Day. “The future king is obliged to belong to the Evangelical Lutheran church…

FRAN’S HEARTACHE & STALKER FEARS! After a horrific home invasion in 1985 – during which she and a friend were raped by two armed men – star Fran Drescher, now 63, became haunted by the ordeal and terrified of stalkers, refusing to allow fans to watch the show live. Instead, the studio audience was made up of carefully vetted part-time actors who were hired just to provide the laugh track. Fran’s marriage to husband Peter Marc Jacobson – who was the show’s writer and producer – also deteriorated during her time on our screens. The duo finally divorced in 1999 with Peter later coming out as gay. RENEE TOLD TO STOP EATING She played Fran’s lovable yet perpetually hungry mother Sylvia Fine, and her character’s insatiable appetite took a toll…

Q Does my beautiful partner remember Valentine’s Day and the night he passed away? Is he with anyone and has he healed? I miss him so much. Libran MITCHELL SAYS Your lovely partner comes through with so much love for you. He tells me he remembers not only the times you’ve asked about, but also so many other wonderful occasions you shared together. He has a lot of friends and family around him, and says he is well and has found peace. Q I hate where I live. I have bad teeth and my daughter is never going to relocate. What is left in life? Christine MITCHELL SAYS I know you’ve been having a difficult time, but please try to remember everything is attitude. Each day really is a priceless…

Ear seeds are tiny pellets placed on various acupressure points on your ear to treat pain and disharmony in the body. The treatment, known as auriculotherapy, traditionally uses seeds from the vaccaria plant, but these days you can also find ear seeds made from gold or tiny crystals that look like jewellery. “It’s best to refer to a comprehensive application guide, or have an acupuncturist initially apply them to ensure correct placement,” says Elle Halliwell, certified auricular therapist, naturopath and founder of Auricle Ear Seeds. But you can also give them a go at home yourself. “It can take an application or two to get the placement right, but the points are actually larger than the seeds themselves so if you place in the general area it will still offer…

It’s fair to say we’re obsessed with maintaining youthful eyes – after all, they’re the window to our soul. “All our expressions and feelings are unveiled by our eyes,” says Clarins innovation director Marie-Helene Lair. “Fine lines are the first sign of ageing because there are 22 muscles connected to the eyes and the skin is four times thinner than on the cheeks.” This means the skin under the eyes is more translucent, making it appear blueish, there are no natural oils so it has a tendency to dry out and the area is in constant motion with blinking and expression. It’s a challenge to look after undereye skin. Dermatologists like Dr Shyamalar Gunatheesan say prevention is key to avoiding that “small, tired eye look”. DARK SHADOWS FIX Unfortunately dark…

Leading lady Kristen Stewart has dropped $7.7 million on her new digs in Los Angeles. The four-bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom home is nestled behind beautifully manicured hedges and rosemary bushes in the city’s esteemed Los Feliz neighbourhood. Built in 1927, the Mediterranean revival house retains its old world charm. With red-tiled roofing, oak wood floors and decorative ceiling beams, the home oozes warmth. A handcrafted front door opens to a stylish foyer, which leads guests through an arched doorway to the step-down living room with its tiled fireplace, exposed beams and wrought iron chandelier. Adjacent to the spacious living area is the dining room, with French doors opening to a covered porch and alfresco dining area. The landscaped garden includes a saltwater pool and towering palm trees. The luxurious digs also…

SPICED FISH & RICE SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS COOK 15 MINS • 2 tbsp olive oil • 500g firm white fish fillets • 1 onion, chopped • 1 bunch coriander, leaves picked, roots and stems chopped • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 2 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp ground coriander • 1 tsp ground turmeric • 1 tsp curry powder • 500g microwave brown rice, cooked • 2 eggs, soft boiled, peeled, halved • lemon cheeks, to serve. 1 In a large frying pan, heat half the oil on high. Cook fish 4-5 mins each side until flesh flakes easily when tested. Set aside. Wipe pan clean. 2 In same pan, heat remaining oil on medium. Saute onion 2-3 mins until softened. Add chopped coriander roots and…

Your entertainment backstage pass! For a Disney film, Cruella is deliciously dark! Were you surprised how dark they allowed this movie to get? Emma Stone I was. I mean, they really let [director] Craig [Gillespie] and [co-screenwriter] Tony [McNamara] write and make what they wanted to make... It was darker than I’ve seen a Disney movie for a long time. What was the process like of creating the new character, the Baroness? Emma Thompson Oh well, you know, I drew on life, obviously. I mean, I think if my husband were in the room, he’d say, “And no acting required, really!” [Laughs] I had such fun doing her because I think I’d been asking for quite a number of years if I could be a villain, a proper villain. I’ve…