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Heat|Issue 1291the style STALKER: CoachellaFestival season has officially started! Home to the best fashion both on and off-stage, this year’s Coachella saw the Californian desert awash with colour, glitter, and boho chic. Among the stylish A-listers was actress Halle Bailey, who embraced mermaidcore with a sparkly top and denim shorts, while Megan Fox opted for Goth glam to go with her new electric blue hair. One thing we’ll be adding to our basket this year is the mostworn footwear item: the cowboy boot. Spotted on Nina Dobrev, Emma Roberts, and Love Island’s Ella Thomas, Maura Higgins and Millie Court, they are real hot property.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Sharon: ‘I’M NOT DONE WITH HER YET’heat news Move over Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker – we’ve got a new celebrity feud on our hands. Step forward, Sharon Osbourne and Amanda Holden. Everything kicked off when Amanda defended her pal Simon Cowell. Speaking in an interview, the radio presenter, 53, seemed to refer to Sharon and Louis Walsh’s negative comments on Celebrity Big Brother when she said, “I hated seeing certain people in a reality show dissing Simon. He’s the person who’s given them all the chances, given them a lot of money and a lifestyle they probably wouldn’t have had. It’s bitter and pathetic.” Quick to defend herself, Sharon, 71, took to X to respond directly to Amanda last week, writing, “The truth is, you don’t know me, Amanda. You know nothing about my…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291Zendaya's ACE!Some people need no introduction, others need no last name. And Zendaya is the perfect example of that. Currently playing the lead in tennis romp Challengers, the 27-year-old double Vogue cover star is a force to be reckoned with – both on and off screen. She’s a talented actress, accomplished producer, a model, fashion icon, philanthropist, and an all-round brilliant person. She holds a similar power to Tashi Donaldson, the character she plays in Challengers, too – calling the shots in her love triangle with two handsome tennis pros. Yes, this is a Zendaya stan club. Membership is cheaper than Wimbledon, and she serves up quality every time. Here’s why we love her… Fashion forward As with most superstars, Zendaya knows how to dress. She’s previously said, “Fashion is something…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291Celebs are just like us? THINK AGAINheat news Oh celebrities, they’re just like us, we hear you say. They put their trousers on one leg at a time, and eat, sleep and use the loo like the rest of humankind, right? Wrong. In fact, famous people are a special species of superhuman – the kind that gets away with the most batsh*t crazy demands one could ever make up, sending an entourage of minions flying hither and thither to satisfy their every whim. And if they don’t get their way? You’d better believe they’ll wail like newborn babies until they do. Listen, we love them for it, but there’s no denying that some celebs take the notion of divadom and strap a rocket launcher to it – decreeing a list of demands that truly are out…5 min
Heat|Issue 1291LAURA'S ALL INCLUSIVE WEAR IT, WORK IT:DENIMA huge trend for S/S24, denim is everywhere right now. From co-ords and trench coats to waistcoats and maxi skirts, there are loads of ways to wear this look. The key is to stick to what makes you look and feel good. Think about what you want to flatter or flaunt, and remember your body shape. Highlighting your best bits is always the way forward, while clever styling tricks can draw the eye away from any areas you’d rather not focus on. Soft tailoring and shapeskimming dresses are a great way to show off your figure or create the illusion of curves. Or if you want to balance out your proportions, go for opposites like boxy jackets with slim-leg trousers or fitted tops and floaty bottoms. JACKETS From classic cropped…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291MORE EFFORT-FREE FITNESSCovert exercise Easily incorporated into daily life, this is a great way to sneak in a little workout. Parking in a space furthest away from the supermarket entrance, taking stairs instead of a lift, or even giving the house a deep clean are all great for burning a few extra calories. Bed Pilates Pilates is intimidating for any gym newbie, but what if you could do it in your jim-jams? There are lots of YouTube videos and reels that guide you through a quick five-minute routine that can be done from the comfort of your own bed. Unfortunately, you need to get out from under the covers, though. Greens powders Struggle to eat your five a day, but hate supplements? Kill two birds with one stone by incorporating Greens powders…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Sexy SANDWICHBite me All the tastiest food news, because it’s rude not to share Hot Cross Bun With Salted Caramel Ice Cream Ingredients: • 1 hot cross bun, plus an extra half a bun • 1 tbsp caster or light brown sugar • A squeeze of pomegranate molasses or old balsamic vinegar • 1 scoop of salted caramel ice cream Method: 1 Preheat the oven to 140°C. 2 Toast the extra half a hot cross bun in the toaster, let it go cold and then blitz it to little chunks in a food processor. Put those on a baking tray and sprinkle all over with the sugar. Mix it all up and put the tray in the oven. 3 Every 10 minutes, get the tray out and push all the crumbs…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291PREVIEW Welcome To WrexhamEverything YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUTyThe Unmissables! Disney+, Friday 3 May Two years ago, did we think we’d be excited for the third series of a show about a Welsh football team? Absolutely not. But that’s because a couple of plucky Holly wood stars hadn’t audaciously bought underdog football club Wrexham FC yet. Also, this show is about so much more than men (and women) kicking a leather ball around. Welcome To Wrexham is about the local community, the fans, the club’s staff, its players, and yes, chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, too. It has so much heart and soul and humour to it, you’ll consider relocating just so you can go to matches, football fan or not. LAST SEASON Series two was an emotional roller coaster, beginning with…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291PREVIEW A Man In FullNETFLIX, THURSDAY 2 MAY This six-part series stars Jeff Daniels as Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker, who faces sudden financial ruin. As he tries to defend his empire, he faces political and business interests keen on exploiting his fall. Adapted by David E Kelley (Big Little Lies) from the 1998 novel by Tom Wolfe, and directed by Regina King (One Night In Miami) and Thomas Schlamme (The West Wing), there are also meaty roles for Diane Lane (Feud: Capote Vs The Swans), Lucy Liu (Ally McBeal ), and Bill Camp (The Night Of ).…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291A quickie with…How would you describe Shardlake? Shardlake is a successful lawyer working in London. He’s well-respected, intelligent but he’s an outsider. In this time of history to be physically different from everyone else, and noticeably so, comes with a lot of cruelty and ostracisation. But his disability is also his strength. Shardlake is very self-aware and has a real sense of goodness and justice to him. What attracted you to the role? Firstly, this is a leading disabled man and there aren’t many of them. This is not a character who is self-loathing in his disability or unencumbered so much by it – it has its limits but he’s still a man of authority, strength, power, truth and justice. We have a character who is clearly disabled, but it’s one of…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291PREVIEW UnfrostedNETFLIX, FRIDAY 3 MAY Jerry Seinfeld’s first live-action film as writer/director/star is arriving on Netflix and it has an instantly amusing premise. W hat if the battle between Kellogg’s and rival US cereal company Post in 1963 to create the frosted pop tart breakfast-oriented foodstuff was told as if it were of epic importance to all concerned? Jerry himself plays a Kellogg’s big cheese, trying to get the frosted pastry in the hands of hungry Americans, and among the wildly starry cast are Melissa McCarthy (Bridesmaids), A my Schumer (Trainwreck), Dan Levy (Schitt’s Creek), James Marsden ( X-Men) and Christian Slater (True Romance). Best of all, Hugh Grant plays a down-on-his-luck would-be Shakespearean actor who ends up donning the costume of Frosties cereal mascot Tony the Tiger. From what we’ve…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291the KAY LISTRELATIONSHIP DRAMZ Made In Chelsea (E4) is back – and after the first two eps, there’s a lot to unpack. Mainly James’ unfair bedroom demands of knackered mum Maeve (she needs to rip him a new one), and Yas and Sam’s interesting take on what makes a healthy relationship. Also, it was fun to see Emily galloping in on her high horse to dispense her entirely unwanted pearls of wisdom. GREAT NEW COMEDY Matilda Curtis and Ashley Storrie’s new sitcom Dinosaur (BBC iPlayer) is a real hoot. Storrie is great as Nina, who freaks out when her sister Evie (Kat Ronney) gets engaged. And Danny Ashok is brilliantly cast as Evie’s massively doofish fiancé. BIG UP ZUU Big Zuu Goes to Mecca (BBC iPlayer) was fun, informative, and genuinely quite…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Ordinary AngelsCERT 12A, 118 minutes, in cinemas 26 April STARRING: Hilary Swank, Alan Ritchson, Emily Mitchell DIRECTOR: Jon Gunn THE PLOT: In 1990s Kentucky, hairdresser Sharon (Swank) has made plenty of missteps in her life – but gets a shot at redemption when she rallies the community to help a local widower (Ritchson) with crippling medical bills and a young daughter (Mitchell) in need of a liver transplant. WHAT’S RIGHT WITH IT? This true tale effectively pulls on the heartstrings, and Swank convinces as a problem solver who never takes no for an answer. WHAT’S WRONG WITH IT? On-the-nose dialogue and rather broadly conceived characters lend an air of conventional TV drama. VERDICT: Themes of redemption and community give Ordinary Angels plenty of broad appeal.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291THE LIFE AFFIRMERThe Lifeline LIBBY PAGE (ORION, £18.99) After moving from London to Somerset and becoming a mother, Kate hardly ever finds time alone. Meanwhile, a mental health nurse whose patients are her priority, Phoebe doesn’t realise how worn out she is. When the two women join their local wild swimming group, they don’t just find each other, they find a whole new community. A sequel to The Lido that can be enjoyed as a standalone, The Lifeline is a sometimes heartwrenching, yet always heartwarming, read about just how important friendships can be.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291LIVE EVENT PREVIEW Crossed Wires: The Podcast FestivalSHEFFIELD, 31 MAY TO 2 JUNE From Friday 31 May to Sunday 2 June, venues across Sheffield, including the City Hall, Lyceum and Crucible, will host a tasty array of live podcasts as part of the Crossed Wires fest. Among the highlights are Romesh Ranganathan and Tom Davis bringing their hilarious Wolf & Owlpod to the City Hall on the Sunday; the fab duo of radio presenters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover chatting about an array of subjects; comedians Elis James and John Robins bringing their weekly podcast to a live audience, and actual Katie Price hosting her pod with her little sister Sophie. There will also be shows from Adam Buxton (interviewing pop star Self Esteem), Brown Girls Do It Too, Danny Robins, Katherine Ryan, Jamie Laing and Sophie…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291COMING SOONFILM FURIOSA The 2015 flick Mad Max: Fury Road was one of the biggest movie surprises of recent times, thrilling audiences in dazzling style, and we’ve been waiting for this prequel ever since. The brilliant Anya Taylor-Joy (The Queen’s Gambit) takes the role of the young Furiosa (Charlize Theron in the original film), while Chris Hemsworth is Warlord Dementus. In cinemas, 24 May. TV THE FORTUNE HOTEL New game show/reality format hosted by Stephen Mangan (Portrait Artist Of The Year), in which ten pairs of contestants arrive at a hotel where they will each be given a briefcase. Inside one case is £250,000 in cash, and every day, the contestants have the chance to try and uncover who has which case through a series of challenges. ITV1, May. TV THE…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Quote Unquote“HE’S A REALLY NICE CHAP, BUT HE’S BEEN LOOKING A BIT STRANGE LATELY”LORD SUGAR isn’t into Simon Cowell’s surgery look “I WANT MY titt*es PINNED BACK TO MY SHOULDERS WHERE THEY USED TO BE”RIHANNA gets candid about her post-baby bod “I NEVER GIVE MY LAST NAME IN FEAR THEY’LL GOOGLE ME”CHLOE SIMS prefers to date undercover “I'M IN LOVE WITH STEPHEN MULHERN, BUT STORY OF MY LIFE, I DON'T THINK HE LOVES ME”We’re rooting for you, JOSIE GIBSON “MY FAVOURITE THING IS A GOOD HARDWARE SHOP. IT GETS ME REALLY HORNY”PATSY KENSIT really is talking about DIY here “JUST LEARN A SKILL OR DEVELOP A HOBBY – DON’T WASTE YOUR ENERGY ON BOYS”Let’s hope MEGAN FOX takes her own advice…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Meghan's Power Move 'WE NEED TO WIN THE BECKHAMS BACK'All eyes were on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently as the couple enjoyed a glamorous weekend attending the annual Sentebale Polo Cup in Wellington, Florida. Dressed up to the nines, with a super-groomed Meghan proudly showcasing the efforts of her newly recruited stylist Jamie Mizrahi, the couple were back to their camera-perfect best, sealing Harry’s match win with a kiss. But Meghan wasn’t alone in cheering on her husband. For the prestigious charity match, the Sussexes also invited a full Netflix crew to shoot footage for an upcoming project focusing on the “world of professional polo”, as part of their $100million deal with the streaming giant. After a series of knockbacks last year, Brand Sussex appears to be undergoing a renaissance. Not only are the couple expanding their Netflix…5 min
Heat|Issue 1291Celebs IN THE WILDSPICE GIRLS REUNION IS ON! Don’t wait for Posh, Sporty, and Scary to commit to the tour, Baby. Just get Chipmunk, Minnie, Daisy and, er, not sure who the other one is – Google her – and Spice Up Your Life. Girl Power or Duck Power – it’s all good. WILL'S NEW THROUPLE IS OUT OF THIS WORLD Will Smith doesn’t have the thickest of skins. And ever since estranged wife Jada said her soulmate was decades-dead rapper ex Tupac, he’s been looking to get one up on her. And what better way to beat the green-eyed monster than getting jiggy with a couple of green-eyed monsters? NICE HOLE, RITA Since she found a Lord to put a ring on it in New Zealander Taika Waititi, Rita’s gone crazy for…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291Why Travis has LET TAYLOR PUT HIM ON A DIETheat news Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce looked as loved-up as ever at Coachella last week, with Taylor wowing fans in sexy festi chic and Travis showing off a more, er, interesting style. And an insider says the singer is determined to smarten up her boyfriend and make him the Holly wood superstar he’s desperate to be. But while his wardrobe is a work in progress, he has at least agreed to shape up during the off-season from football. “Fitness and diet are very important to Taylor. She’s obviously attracted to Travis physically and knows how imageconscious he is, too,” we’re told. “She’s all about clean eating and wants him to follow suit. She can’t bear the idea of him becoming a slob. ” On his podcast New Heights –…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291Sam: 'PETE IS SO SOPPY ON A DATE!'heat news Despite being pulled from pillar to post as his status soars, Sam Thompson still gives off his trademark golden retriever energy when we chat in Bauer’s swish new Hits radio station HQ. Since taking the I’m A Celeb crown in December, the Made In Chelsea legend, 31, has not stopped. When he’s not playing hits on the radio, he’s bringing good vibes in his new This Morning presenting gig and stepping up to the plate with his impressive Cash For Kids challenge. But perhaps most vitally, Sam also has to factor in getting that all-important TikTok content with girlfriend Zara McDermott, and his best pal and Staying Relevant podcast cohost Pete Wicks… Zara has just launched her own lifestyle brand – has she roped you in to promote…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291deTAILSHANNAH CLAPS BACK As if we couldn’t love Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham more, last week she was heard ticking off a photographer who shouted at her to “show some leg” on the red carpet at the Olivier Awards. The acting ledge retorted, “Oh my God, you’d never say that to a man. Don’t be a dick, otherwise I’ll move off”, which she did seconds later. PERRIE'S LONGDISTANCE LOVE They’ve been together eight years and have a two-year-old son, but Perrie Edwards says she’s never lived with fiancé Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. While she stays at their mansion in Surrey, the footie player is signed to a team in Turkey, and prior to that, was based up North. WELCOME HOME, HAROLD Proving that you can’t keep a good man down, Harold Bishop…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Spotted SEEN A CELEB?Win £100* SEND YOUR CELEBRITY SNAPS TO HEAT@HEATMAG.COM SPOTTED Hollywood actress ZOE KRAVITZ watching a performance of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway in, Manhattan, New York City. Seen by Jade SPOTTED Singer JUSTIN BIEBER, wearing a baggy black tracksuit and white baseball cap, walking along La Cienega Boulevard in Holly wood, Los Angeles. Seen by Romain SPOTTED Awardwinning British actress KATE WINSLET leaving the Ballymaloe Cookery School in County Cork, Republic of Ireland. Seen by Anne SPOTTEDQueen’sGambit star ANJA TAYLOR-JOY and her husband, musician Malcolm McRae, strolling through the A man Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Seen by Josie SPOTTEDAnatomy Of A Scandal actress SIENNA MILLER and her partner, actor and model OLI GREEN, and their family on a flight from New York JFK to…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291STYLE BOOKSTYLE TEAM LOVES MAC'S HAD A MAKEOVER MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation is arguably one of the best make-up bases on the market. It’s stuck with us through our teens and beyond, and now it’s had an upgrade. The new version has a soft-mattefinish, a more lightweight feel and a fab kind-to-skin formula made up of 87 per cent skincare ingredients. Most impressively, the iconic range now comes in 71 shades for all skin tones and textures. Get some, ASAP.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Tools of THE TRADEBAG BESTIE Fed up of rifling through your make-up bag in search of your fave lippy? Meet this game-changing, flat-lay make-up bag. With a drawstring detail, it allows you to see all of your products at once. The Flat Lay Co. XXL Drawstring Make-Up Bag, £25.99 COMING IN HOT Upgrade your lash game with this heated eyelash curler. Ready in just one minute, it uses a comfortable level of warmth to curl and lift lashes safely and gently. StylPro Heated Eye Lash Curler, £14.99 SHADOW SERVICE If you struggle when it comes to creating a smoky eye look or winged liner, this cosmetic tape ensures precision, catches eyeshadow fall, and doesn’t irritate. Makeup Revolution Beauty Precise Shadow Cosmetic Tape, £3.20 SUPER SMOOTHIE These do-it-all dermaplaners not only work as a…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291Let's GET LIT!Current Body Skin LED Mask Currentbody.com, £299 Gentle, comfortable to wear, and with fantastic battery life, this is pricey but great for a steady transformation using red and near-infrared light. It’s easy to use – simply put it on, press the button to start and let it do its thing for ten minutes before it automatically shuts off. It fitted securely, so our tester could move around or sit and watch TV. Goggles are provided if you find the light too bright, but our tester just closed her eyes. W hen you’re done, take it off, wipe down, unplug the handheld controller and pack away into its dustbag. Our tester’s skin was slightly pink afterwards, but so not much that they needed any recovery time. Experts recommended you apply a…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291PREVIEW The Tattooist Of AuschwitzSky Atlantic/ NOW, Thursday 2 May, 9pm In contrast to the recent Oscar-winning film The Zone Of Interest, which depicted life for a German family living next to Auschwitz, but quite deliberately never showed any of the horrors within, this adaptation of a bestselling novel takes us inside the notorious concentration camp. And as you can imagine, it frequently makes for deeply harrowing viewing. Yet the sixpart drama, like its controversial source material, is also about finding love in this most extreme and traumatic of environments. It’s also based on an extraordinary true story… THE REAL STORY The 2018 book on which this prestigious series is based explores how Lali Sokolov (Jonah HauerKing), a young Hungarian Jewish man in his twenties was sent to Auschwitz in 1942, where he took…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291PREVIEW Clarkson's FarmPRIME VIDEO, FRIDAY 3 MAY As we enter series three, Jeremy faces unprecedented challenges when it comes to keeping his Diddly Squat farm in order. But what does he expect, if he will keep swanning off around the world to drive cars with his mates? In fairness, the severe hot weather has wreaked havoc with his crops and inflation has driven up the prices of supplies. This leaves Jeremy’s dream of having his own restaurant hanging by a thread and even the farm shop faces closure. Desperate to find ways to make ends meet (what with sadly being ineligible to become a contestant on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?), Jeremy forms a hivemind with Lisa, Kaleb, Gerald, and Cheerful Charlie to find ways to profit from unfarmed land. Meanwhile,…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Jamie Cooks SpringCHANNEL 4, MONDAY 29 APRIL, 8PM Get ready to spend the year with Jamie Oliver as we start an extended series split into four parts to take us through 2024. Beginning with spring, Jamie creates inspiring recipes using ingredients currently in season and can be grown at home. In this first ep, he uses some rhubarb from his garden to make the slightly scary-sounding “pan-fried hot and sour rhubarb crispy pork noodles”. Then, more traditionally, he grabs some spinach to add to a risotto with goat’s cheese, before celebrating the humble leek in a “scruffy spring tart”. There’s also a cheesy spring cannelloni recipe employing liberal amounts of chard, both stalks and leaves. As if that isn’t enough, Jamie also demonstrates how to split up shop-bought basil into loads of…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Miriam: Death Of A Reality StarCHANNEL 4, MONDAY 29 APRIL TO WEDNESDAY 1 MAY, 9PM The makers of this new three-part docuseries speak to the family and close friends of Mexican supermodel Miriam Rivera, the world’s first trans reality TV star, who sadly died 15 years after appearing in 2004’s There’s SomethingAbout Miriam. The show’s concept has aged badly: in a luxury Ibiza villa, six potential suitors vied for Miriam’s affections, before being told in the final episode that was she was born a man. The tabloids savaged Miriam and the nature of her alleged suicide would come under dispute.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291MYtop 3THE JINX PART 2 (SKY DOCUMENTARIES/NOW, MONDAYS, 9PM) One of the most extraordinary truecrime shows ever gets a sequel series. This week, we learn more about the life and death of killer Robert Durst. MEET THE RICHARDSONS (DAVE, MONDAYS, 9PM) Kimberly Wyatt guest stars in the latest episode of the mockumentary about real-life, soon-to-be-divorced couple Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont. BLUE LIGHTS (BBC1, MONDAYS, 9PM) A violent incident puts the working relationship between Stevie (Martin McCann) and Grace (Siân Brooke) at risk in the next episode of this outstanding police drama.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291ChallengersFilms BIG SCREEN RELEASESThe Unmissables! CERT 15, 131 minutes, in cinemas 26 April STAR RING: Zendaya, Mike Faist, Josh O’Connor DIRECTOR: Luca Guadagnino THE PLOT: The lives of three tennis players intertwine in this sexy sports drama, flipping back and forth over 12 years. In the present, former tennis pro Tashi (Zendaya) now exclusively coaches her husband Art (Faist) – but he’s on a losing streak. To rebuild his confidence, she places Art in an open-challenge competition in a tennis backwater, but his path to victory requires him to defeat his former best friend Patrick (O’Connor), who also happens to be a rival for Tashi’s affections. WHAT’S RIGHT WITH IT? Italian director Luca Guadagnino proved with Call Me By Your Name that he knows how to unfold a characterdriven drama…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291WATCH from your sofaMEAN GIRLS DVD/BLU-RAY, OUT 29 APRIL The film of the musical reimagining of Tina Fey’s iconic 2004 original is a frothy good time. Fey reprises her teacher role, though the star turn comes from Reneé Rapp, who rocks as North Shore High’s resident queen bee among the various cliques at the school. The DVD features outtakes and a guide to the “New Plastics”. THE END WE START FROM DVD, OUT 29 APRIL When UK cities are submerged by floodwaters, a couple – played by Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) and Joel Fry (Plebs) – flee their home with their newborn baby. After the parents are separated, mother and infant seek refuge on an island. Executive produced by Benedict Cumberbatch, he also pops up as a fellow survivor. BEYOND PARADISE SERIES 2…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291THE TWISTY ONEThe Stranger At The Wedding A.E. GAUNTLETT (RAVEN BOOKS, £16.99) We meet Annie and Mark on their wedding day, where hanging over the celebrations is the spectre of Mark’s first wife who disappeared, leaving a diary of her innermost thoughts, and the presence of a mysterious guest who’s asking a few too many pointed questions… The author of this twisty-turny debut is a literary agent by day, where they’ve clearly honed their writing to have you compulsively reading until the devastating final conclusion.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Get Posh ON A BUDGETFor years, Victoria Beckham’s style and aesthetics have been out of reach for most of us – unless, of course, you have a casual £800 to splurge on a summer frock. But that’s set to change, thanks to her new collaboration with Mango. Launched to coincide with the VB brand’s 16th birthday (and Posh’s 50th), the capsule collection aims to bring “aspirationalism, quality and unique style” to the high street. Victoria has described the collection as “sensual, considered and feminine”, and said she wanted to work with Mango “to speak to a wider audience in a way that feels relevant to my brand and retains my aesthetic”. She added, “I think people will be surprised by how strong the fashion message is in every single garment.” This isn’t the first…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Girls Aloud: 'WE DON'T WANT ANYTHING TORUIN THIS'heat news It was the internal feuding that led to Girls Aloud’s split back in 2013, and 12 years on, those underlying tensions between Cheryl, Nadine Coyle, Kimberley Walsh and Nicola Roberts are still threatening the foursome’s reunion tour. Whether it’s bickering over whether to include covers on their set list while live on the radio (as happened last week), or Nadine reportedly feeling left out of the other three’s close friendship, a source tells heat there’s a lot of drama behind the scenes – with the girls desperately trying to stop it exploding. As Cheryl recently admitted, “We don’t do disagreements, we have differences in opinions.” We’re told, “While Cheryl and Nadine managed to mend their relationship in the wake of Sarah’s illness and passing, cracks have started to…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291Holly's HORROR AT NEW £1MILLION SCANDALIt was set to be a brand-new chapter in her career, and her first big move away from terrestrial TV. But Holly Willoughby’s excitement over her new Netflix show has been clouded by reports that confidential details about her salary have been leaked. The presenter is being paid a rumoured £1million to host new reality jungle competition Bear Hunt alongside survival expert alleged that her new bosses at the streaming giant were “upset” over the leak – although other sources later “rubbished” those claims. A source tells heat the stories have made Holly feel like she doesn’t know who to trust. “Just as Holly thought everything was getting back on track, she feels very betrayed again over the stories about Netflix being upset over her wages being made public,” we’re…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291CAN WE PULL YOU FOR A CHAT?As a professional funny woman, Judi Love knows a thing or two about confidence. Whether she’s cracking jokes during a stand-up routine or bringing the laughs on the Loose Women panel, Judi, 43, is an inspiration when it comes to loving who you are and showing off what you’ve got. heat caught up with the mum of two to chat about her style, BAFTA nominations, and wild nights out… Which do you prefer – stand-up or TV? Oh, that’s really hard. I love doing TV, but then I go back on stage and I’m like, “Oh, I’m a stand-up!” It’s a different level of connection, with people who have genuinely come out to see you. You have that moment of interaction because it’s live and you can’t play it back.…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291THOM: ‘I CAN'T WAIT TO START A FAMILY WITH NICOLE’He’s a Scottish sports star, she’s a former puss*cat Doll – it was a romance no one saw coming, but former rugby union player Thom Evans and singer Nicole Scherzinger are as loved-up as ever. The couple – who started dating in 2020 after meeting on The X Factor: Celebrity, where Thom performed in a group and Nicole was a judge – got engaged in June 2023, and now Thom says we won’t have to wait much longer for a wedding. Thom, 39, proposed to Nicole, 45, on the beach in Portugal last summer, and they shared the happy news on social media, with the former The X Factor judge writing, “I said yes” with a ring and a heart emoji. Last week, Thom supported Nicole at the Olivier Awards,…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291The RADARIT BAG If you’re yet to get your hands on this viral designer dupe, now’s the time. George @ Asda, £12 MIDI MAGIC You can never go wrong with a classic midi skirt. Albaray, £75 HAUTE HEELS Prowl about in style in these classy mules. Zara, £29.99 DRESS TO IMPRESS We’ve found the ultimate frock for your next night out. Zara, £29.99 HOT UNDER THE COLLAR Perk up your look with a pretty Peter Pan-collar blouse. Sister Jane, £60 FANCY PANTS Leopard-print undies get a yes from us. Bra, £20; Briefs, £7.99, both Monki BRIGHT SPARK Create a trendy tablescape with this candle duo. Anna + Nina, £24.95 THROWING SHADE Oversized sunnies are always the perfect finishing touch. Mango, £19.99 HAIR HERO Up your scrunchie game with this cute design.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291Lazy girls' GUIDE TO WELLNESSLife HACKS heat helps you win at life Travel, food, fitness… Because your Instagram feed won't fill itself. As much as we’d love to be that girl who wakes up at 5am and sips on a green smoothie before running off to a pre-work Pilates class, sometimes life just gets in the way. Luckily, there’s a new wave of wellness trends made for those of us who prefer that extra hour in bed or watching Netflix in the evening as their form of self-care… ART OF DOING NOTHING Who’d have thought that doing nothing has been scientifically proven to help both your mental and physical health? OK, it might not be doing nothing entirely, but the Dutch wellness concept of “Niksen” – meaning to be intentionally unproductive, with the purpose…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291Balearic BLISSUntouched gem While Mallorca and Ibiza are perfect for those with a penchant for partying, if you’re in search of some Balearic chill, Menorca is ideal. With sun-kissed beaches, sumptuous seafood and a slower pace of life, the island ticks all the boxes for a tranquil retreat, with flight times from the UK around two hours. Commonly known as “Sleepy Island”, the high-end hideaway hosts homes owned by celebs who love laid-back luxury, such as Sir Elton John. Having been invaded over the centuries, Menorca is steeped in history and has been influenced by various cultures, including the Roman Empire, the Moors, the Spanish and the British, making it a hotspot for culture vultures. For those itching for adventure, there’s plenty on offer, from snorkelling, hiking and biking to kayaking,…3 min
Heat|Issue 1291WHO's whoYOUNG LALI SOKOLOV (JONAH HAUER-KING) A young Hungarian Jewish man who’s deported to Auschwitz, where he takes on the role of official tattooist. MODERNDAY LALI (HARVEY KEITEL) Soon after the death of his wife Gita, Lali decides to tell his story to writer Heather Morris and explain how he met the love of his life at the concentration camp. GITA FURMAN (ANNA PRÓCHNIAK) Young Gita meets Lali at Auschwitz when he has to tattoo her identification number on her arm. Gita is a mysterious figure who won’t discuss her pre-war past, even with Lali. STEFAN BARETZKI (JONAS NAY) The real-life figure of Baretzki was a Nazi SS guard, who in this story becomes close to Lali at Auschwitz, alternating between confiding in him and threatening his life. HEATHER MORRIS (MELANIE…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291The PianoCHANNEL 4, SUNDAY 28 APRIL, 9PM Claudia Winkleman meets more talented amateur pianists who are making commuters stop in their tracks playing in train stations. Listening in will be musicians Lang Lang and Mika. And Claudia, who says she’s not musical at all, admits she is still blown away by the reactions, saying, “As a musical outsider, it was amazing for me to watch everyone rushing through the stations, then stopping as soon as someone started playing the piano.” The opening ep takes place in Manchester Piccadilly Station.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291PREVIEW ShardlakeDisney+, Wednesday 1 May Based on the popular Tudor murder mystery novels by CJ Sansom, this deeply atmospheric four-part drama is set in 16th-century England, and stars the legendary Sean Bean (Time) as Thomas Cromwell, Henry VIII’s power-hungry right-hand man who is hellbent on closing the monasteries. LOSING THEIR HEADS One of Cromwell’s commissioners has been murdered at a monastery in the remote town of Scarnsea, so he tasks loyal lawyer Matthew Shardlake (Arthur Hughes, Then Barbara Met Alan) with bringing the perpetrator to justice, and gathering enough evidence to shut the monastery down – emphasising that failure is not an option. Much to his chagrin, Shardlake is forced to take co*cky charmer Jack Barak (Anthony Boyle, Masters Of The Air) on this mission, and the mismatched duo – Hughes…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291ITV Studio SessionsITV1, FRIDAY 3 MAY, 10.45PM Hosted by Clara A mfo, this new music show aims to showcase the finest new talent among emerging artists in the UK. In each of the six half-hour episodes, an artist or band will perform in front of a live audience of Priority members in the O2 Blueroom, within The O2. Performing are Becky Hill, Cat Burns, Jess Glynne, Tom Walker, Yungblud and BRIT Award Rising Star winner Sekou, each of whom will treat viewers to new music, old faves and special covers. Plus, Clara will tease out the stories behind the songs.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291DopesickBBC2, SUNDAY 28 APRIL, 10PM Made for the Hulu channel in 2021, and based on Beth Macy’s non-fiction book Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors And The Drug Company That Addicted America, this eight-episode miniseries depicting America’s struggle with opioid addiction first found a UK home on Disney+. No doubt the strong cast was a factor behind Disney’s backing, what with Michael Keaton, Peter Sarsgaard, Will Poulter and Rosario Dawson being onboard, and the astonishing 14 Emmy nominations that ensued.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291MY VERDICT Baby ReinderThe UnmissablesBoyd’s TV LAND Netflix, now streaming In terms of cultural impact, Baby Reindeer is already up there with One Day as one of the biggest Netflix triumphs of the year so far. But what makes this show’s word-of-mouth success so impressive is that it’s also one of the toughest viewing experiences in a very long time. The seven-part drama is famously based on creator Richard Gadd’s true-life experience – which he previously turned into a one-man stage show – of being stalked by a disturbed older woman. Over a four-year period, comedian and sometime barman Gadd was sent 41,071 emails, 350 hours of voicemails, 744 tweets, 46 Facebook messages and 106 pages of letters. In this version of his gruelling story, Gadd creates a fictional character called Donny Dunn,…2 min
Heat|Issue 1291There's StillTomorrowCERT 15, 118 minutes, in cinemas 26 April STARRING: Paola Cortellesi, Valerio Mastandrea, Romana Maggiora Vergano DIRECTOR: Paola Cortellesi THE PLOT: Rome, 1946: Delia (Cortellesi) juggles multiple jobs to feed her family – but gets zero appreciation from her physically abusive husband. Her teenage daughter hopes marriage to the son of a café owner can win her a better life. WHAT’S RIGHT WITH IT? Respect to Paola Cortellesi – with her directing debut, the actress has given herself a peach of a part, and it’s easy to get swept up in the tough dilemmas Delia faces. WHAT’S WRONG WITH IT? Despite huge success in Italy, this subtitled drama will likely prove a trickier sell in places like the UK. VERDICT: Italy’s top-grossing film of 2023 succeeds by offering something rather…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291THE BRILLIANT ONE You Are Here(Sceptre, £20) With the TV adaptation of David Nicholls’ best selling novel One Day consuming us recently, we couldn’t wait to get our hands on his new book– and spoiler alert, it totally delivers. It’s the story of two lonely people, Marnie and Michael, whose lives are changed irrevocably during an arduous walk across the north of England. Divorced writer Marnie, 38, lives alone and relishes her plans being cancelled. Geography teacher Michael, 42, is separated and resolutely rebuffs any offers to socialise, preferring to go on long, epic walks alone. But when their mutual friend Cleo insists they go on a group walking holiday, neither can refuse her. What follows is a funny, emotional, and beautiful exploration of mid-life, tapping into universal themes of love, loss, grief, fear, and…1 min
Heat|Issue 1291HEAToscopes24-30 APRIL 2024 ■ ARIES 20 MAR-19 APR Your master plan is coming together now. The Sun’s shift suggests triumph work-wise, maybe a surprise step up. This is when effort starts to pay off. Money-wise, a Mercury/Venus transit hints at an unexpected bonus, successful gamble or perhaps a big saving. LUCKY MOOD: Optimistic ■ TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY This week, you get just what you need, just when you need it with a rejuvenating surge of energy. A bracing Mars transit is the tonic needed to blast way obstacles, especially linked to fitness, and make real headway. Elsewhere, while you’re wary of a new face, give them a chance. LUCKY VIBE: Dynamic ■ GEMINI 21 MAY-20 JUN Pick your battles this week, especially work-wise. Mars’ onward march heightens your confidence…3 min
