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In this week’s issue, there’s a story that’s made me cry every time I’ve read it. Few around the country will not remember Torii Johnson’s name, or instantly associate it with the word hero. The Lindt Siege victim was one of 18 hostages held inside the cafe in Sydney by a lone gunman in December, 2014. When the opportunity came to escape brave Torii, in an act of true selflessness, chose to stay with the remaining hostages. This week, on the 10th anniversary of Torii’s death at the hands of the gunman, his dad Ken reflects on his son’s bravery and his own grief and journey to acceptance after unimaginable pain (p30). I’d like to thank Ken for being so raw and honest with us, and you, our readers. Erin…
Crikey, Robert’s 21! Robert Irwin rang in his milestone birthday with a cake at home at Australia Zoo, and a look back at his beloved dad Steve at the same age. Tour de royal... Regal rider! We all know Zara Tindall is a champion equestrian, but it turns out she’s also good on a bike! The royal took part in a charity cycle in Datchet, England. Stars in her eyes Kerry Washington had her dad Earl and mum Valerie join her as she got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Mini-mes! Zoe Saldana brought four dates to the Italian premiere of her new film Emilia Perez – artist husband Marco Perego and their lookalike sons Cy, 10, Zen, seven, and Bowie, 10! Lady in red The Prince and…
When Prince Harry received a reported $16 million inheritance from the late Queen Elizabeth II in October, it was thought the cash injection couldn’t come at a better time for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex who have endured failed business venture after failed business venture over the last few years. NO MORE SPENDING But according to insiders, the money has sparked more issues between the couple, with Prince Harry, 40, growing increasingly wary of his wife spending his fortune on her “overly ambitious” dreams and has told her it’s time to “start earning, not keep spending!” Just last week it was reported that Meghan, 43, had decided to appoint herself CEO of her yet-to-launch lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard, which she announced in March, but has been marred…
Engaged more than a year ago She went all out with a fabulous celebration for her milestone 40th birthday recently, but when it comes to planning her big day, Delta Goodrem doesn’t appear to be any closer to walking down the aisle! It’s been a year and counting since Delta said “yes” to her longtime partner Matthew Copley’s proposal. And with no concrete plans in place for the big day, one sleuth confides, “At this stage, the jury is still out on whether or not there will even be a ceremony.” The singer recently posted stunning images of herself on Instagram sporting lavish jewels, including diamond rings, from Australian jeweller Cerrone. The jewellery house is known for its wedding-worthy pieces, but insiders tell Woman’s Day Delta is having more…
Only in Woman’s Day Ian Smith shocked and saddened Neighbours fans the world over last week when he announced he was stepping away from his iconic Harold Bishop character because he’s fighting terminal cancer. “I was diagnosed a few months ago, it’s a very aggressive, not fixable lung cancer... and they expect me to die,” Ian told 10 News First, adding that he’s leaving his much-loved role to focus on his health. “I’ve really put my hand up just to be a guinea pig,” he confessed, referring to his treatment. “Plus the fact that I don’t want to die. I want to stay alive with quality as long as I can.” Ian, 86, explained that he was diagnosed with pulmonary pleomorphic carcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer…
From exes to besties! Jennifer Lopez has apparently told her inner circle that Ben Affeck’s first wife, Jen Garner, was “constantly casting a shadow” over their doomed marriage. Now eight months on from their split and with still-single J.Lo, 55, barely maintaining a friendship with Ben, the singer can’t be too happy watching how close he still is to the other Jennifer! “He never really got over the end of his first marriage,” a long-time friend of Ben reveals. “Jen gets him like no one else, and as the mother of his three kids, she’ll always be on a pedestal for Ben. He’ll never stop having regrets that he let her walk away.” After months of leaning on Jen, 52, to counsel him through his messy split from J.Lo, the…
