Indholdsfortegnelse for 2 July 2018 i New Idea

Despite all the challenges she’s faced over the years, Olivia Newton-John has always managed to keep a brave smile on her face. However, last week’s announcement of the death of former manager, Billy Sammeth – a legendary figure in the music business – has rocked the singing superstar. Billy, who also led the careers of Cher and Joan Rivers, died in a New York hospital after suffering from pancreatic cancer. Olivia was quick to pay tribute to the man who worked with her in the earliest years of her career. ‘My dear darling Billy left us today,’ she posted on Instagram, alongside recent and throwback pictures of the pair together. ‘I will always miss my funny friend,’ says the heartbroken star.…

Kensington Palace have announced that Prince Louis of Cambridge will be christened on July 9, 2018. The event will take place at the Chapel Royal in St James’s Palace, where Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, was baptised earlier this year. Louis will be 11 weeks old when he is christened and, in keeping with tradition, he’ll wear the same christening gown worn by his older brother, George, four, and sister Charlotte, three. Fifth in line to the throne, Louis will be christened by the Archbishop of Canterbury in a private ceremony.…

THE TV HOST LOSES THE PLOT AS NETWORK BOSSES SCRAMBLE TO REPLACE THE TODAY STAR After a disastrous year for Karl Stefanovic, tongues are wagging as to who will replace the long-standing presenter when his time on the Today show is over. With Karl’s eye-watering, six-million-dollar contract thought to be coming to an end in just a few months, network bosses have been left scrambling to save the future of their failing breakfast show. ‘They never really expected it to come to this,’ a source tells New Idea. ‘But with one PR disaster after another – his on-air rants, messy divorce and the leaked Uber phone conversations – ratings have plummeted, and something has to change.’ Emergency meetings have been called by…

SHE’S A NATIONAL TREASURE AND AFTER A TOUGH TWO YEARS, KERRI-ANNE KENNERLEY IS STEPPING BACK INTO THE LIMELIGHT One evening in March 2016, Kerri-Anne’s husband John suffered a terrible fall. His injuries were catastrophic, leaving him paralysed. KAK, his loving wife, who’s graced our screens for over 50 years, took a step back from showbiz to be by her ailing husband’s side. Despite all the challenges they’ve endured, now the time’s right for the Mornings with Kerri-Anne and Good Morning Australia icon to make her long-awaited comeback! Q: You are about to start your first big project since John’s accident, as ambassador for Razzamatazz stockings – is KAK back? Kerri-Anne: Yes! I’ve done little things over the past few years. I released…

A At the grand final, Sonia Kruger let it slip that the series may not return, and the lack of promo for 2019 has led Delta to realise her worst fears. ‘Delta picked up on all this and was visibly upset at the wrap party,’ the source spilled. ‘Runners of the show tried to console her by saying we are just resting it for one to two years, but she is absolutely freaking out about losing her job,’ they added. According to the source, The Voice really breathed new life into her career and she’s used it to promote new music. ‘Plus, it’s a steady pay cheque,’ they said. The 33-year-old has not had it easy and her recent work has fallen flat with fans. But despite the backlash, in…

FASHIONISTA BARGAINISTA Mum-of-one Julie Leslie has always had an eye for high-end, designer clothes. But unfortunately her lemonade budget couldn’t accommodate her champagne tastes! ‘I just don’t have the money to buy the kind of clothes I had always coveted, so in 2008 I started op-shopping,’ the 41-year-old Perth local tells New Idea. Some of Julie’s favourite finds include a Sass & Bide leather jacket worth over $1000 that she paid $200 for, a pair of Stuart Weitzman Highland boots that cost her $120 when the RRP is $800, and an Equipment silk shirt worth up to $500, which she paid just $89 for. Julie even got a Balenciaga City bag worth $2k for a bargain $20! ‘I’ve restocked my wardrobe with high-end designer items I could never have afforded…

Best-Ever Chocolate Fudge Cake Serves 12, Prep 25 mins, Cook 1 hour 125g unsalted butter, chopped 150g dark cooking chocolate, chopped 1¼ cups caster sugar ¹/ ³ cup water ½ cup cocoa powder 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1½ cups self-raising flour 1 cup buttermilk FUDGE ICING 200g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature 1¹/ ³ cups icing sugar mixture 200g dark cooking chocolate, melted, cooled 1 Grease a 22cm round cake pan. Line base and side with baking paper. 2 Combine butter, chocolate, sugar and water in a large saucepan over a low heat. Stir until butter and chocolate are melted and sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a large bowl. Whisk in sifted cocoa until smooth. Stand for 10 minutes. 3 Whisk eggs into chocolate mixture. Add flour and buttermilk,…

Q How can I convert my meat casserole recipes so that I can make them in a slow cooker? Felicity, via email. A When using a slow cooker, you need to add less stock or liquid than in regular casserole recipes. Make sure the quantity of food in the slow cooker fills the cooking pot halfway to three-quarters full. For extra flavour, brown your meat and saute onions and other vegetables and herbs. As it takes a while for the slow cooker to reach a high temperature and start the cooking process, the cooking time is a lot longer than regular casseroles. Cook on low heat for about six hours or until meat is tender.…

Feeling stuck in a rut? Want to make changes but don’t know where to start? We ask clinical psychologist and author of new book Reach Your Goals (Exisle Publishing, $29.99), Chantal Hofstee, for practical advice on how to realise your dreams... today! REPLACE OLD HABITS WITH NEW We might spend a good chunk of each day daydreaming how life can be better, how we could be healthier and happier, yet we fail to make the changes even if they are small. ‘Strategically replacing old habits with better habits is the way to reach your goals,’ says Chantal. The clinical psychologist leads by example. When she was writing her book, Chantal successfully created a new habit of running in the morning. ‘It might seem like a small…

SEDUM AUTUMN JOY In warm climates, sedum can bloom throughout the colder months. It grows best in full sun and in well-draining soil. ORNAMENTAL CABBAGE AND FLOWERING KALE The striking colour of the cabbage leaves, which will develop after the first frost, looks best when planted en masse. These low-growing plants are perfect for edges. AFRICAN VIOLETS These dainty flowers will bloom throughout the year when taken care of well. Grow them in pots so you can move them around the garden for ideal conditions. DAFFODILS These golden beauties are part of the narcissus family, which also includes jonquil. They may be known as springtime flowers, but daffodils can bloom as early as June, depending on where you live. WATTLE These native trees will bloom vibrant yellow flowers in winter…

Dear Anh, Your hands are the very industrious fire type. You’re a hard and reliable worker, but you will have days when emotional aspects of your sensitive nature make this harder. Your family hand denotes issues with mental health and other head-related issues. High blood pressure, strokes and depression are some things to look out for in older generations. Your life line has the separation and overlapping marks usually found on the hands of people who immigrate or choose to live abroad for some time. There is a strong marriage relationship mark on the hand, and you will stay with this partner until he passes over. Tradition, respect and influence have a great deal of importance in your life. Although you have chosen a different path, it is with your…

DOESN’T ADD UP We were speaking with a colleague who mentioned that she was going to celebrate her mother’s 100th birthday. MM asked: ‘Oh, is she still alive then?’ DIANNE BLANCHARD, WATTLE GROVE, WA. CHOOK IN BOOTS House-sitting a lovely house in the country, my MM partner woke me during the night. ‘Did you lock the chooks in?’ MM asked. ‘Yes, of course I did, why?’ ‘I heard something walking around outside!’ Seriously, has anyone ever heard a chook walking around? VICKI NEVILLE, WOOMBYE, QLD. FOR CHARITY LETTER OF THE WEEK WINS $100 Keen to do the 100-day push-up challenge, I sent my MM brother the link asking if he would join me. ‘No way, I can’t keep that up for a hundred days,’ he replied. ‘But I might give…

Princess Beatrice clearly enjoyed her night out at the exclusive Annabel’s nightclub in London last week. The party-loving royal was once again photographed leaving her favourite private member’s club, seemingly shrugging off recent pregnancy rumours despite sporting an obviously rounded tummy. The glassy-eyed 29-year-old was guided out of the club by an unknown helper in the early hours of Saturday morning, with several outlets reporting she was ‘in high spirits’ as she was driven away.…

WHO NICOLE KIDMAN ‘The girls and I know how fortunate we are,’ Nicole added to this snap of Keith refusing to be held on the fifth tackle. WHO LARRY EMDUR Larry says he was a bit ‘bummed’ after his trip to SEXPO, but we think he does bootyful work – especially as he was up at the crack of dawn (or is he called Dave?). WHO JOHN LEGEND John’s wife Chrissy Teigen is the perfect advert for the multi-tasking mum. She can work a breast pump AND take on John in a game of scissors, paper, rock. Go girl!…

Eva Longoria welcomed her first child last Tuesday. The 43-year-old gave birth to an adorable baby boy, who she and her husband Jose Baston named Santiago Enrique. The Desperate Housewives actress told HOLA!: ‘We are so grateful for this beautiful blessing.’ Eva has been looking forward to meeting her son for quite some time, telling E! News: ‘I just can’t wait to see what his personality is like, what he looks like, how much hair he’s going to have. There’s so much to look forward to.’…

Zara Tindall and her husband Mike welcomed the arrival of their second child last week. The Queen’s seventh great-grandchild hasn’t been named, but the baby girl has already broken records: at 4.16kg, she’s the heaviest royal baby in 100 years! The Royal Communications issued the statement a day after the birth at Stroud Maternity Unit. Zara, 37, and Mike, 39, have a four-year-old daughter, Mia Grace, and the new baby will be the fourth grandchild for Princess Anne.…

TOM STEINFORT Former Weekend Today host and all-round good guy, Tom has a wealth of experience in television with a similar journalism background to Karl and has made friends in the right places. Supposedly the network’s “golden boy” after a string of promotions and big hits, he is currently fronting the big stories at 60 Minutes and is one to watch. BEN FORDHAM Currently filling in for Karl, the network has seen a ratings increase when he is on air. But with young kids and gruelling breakfast hours, will he want the top job? BEAU RYAN Having signed a 10-year contract with the network, former sports player Beau’s name has been mentioned after The Footy Show underwent a…

Twenty years after their traumatic break-up, Tziporah Malkah has finally reached out to her former billionaire fiance James Packer – with a potted plant. The TV celebrity was spotted outside the Bondi Beach mansion she once shared with James, surreptitiously dropping off a pansy plant to the mogul who left her heartbroken after their 1998 split. Asked by New Idea what prompted her to make the tender move, she responds: ‘It was just one of my ridiculous impulsive things. ‘I tried to buy forget-me-nots, but the shop didn’t have those. So I just bought a dark purple pansy for James. ‘I must admit, I felt a bit nervous at the door, it had been so long since I’d been around there. Looking at the place, it looks a bit run…

Maggie Beer runs a successful produce business, has several cookbooks and regularly appears on hit cooking shows, including MasterChef and Great Australian Bake-Off . But, the successful business woman is also a loving mother of two daughters and a grandmother to six adorable grandkids. Reflecting on her hugely successful career, Maggie admits that being a working mum wasn’t always easy. ‘I carried a lot of guilt as a mum because I worked so hard, well Colin [Beer] and I worked so hard all their lives,’ she tells New Idea. ‘But what we’ve done is have two very hard-working, independent and creative daughters.’ ‘ONE OF THE HARDEST THINGS IN LIFE IS TO TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF, BUT I’M STILL WORKING ON IT’ Growing up…

For almost fifty years, Cara Jane Farrar Peterson dreamed of finding her real father. But the mum-of-seven never thought it would happen because of her complicated upbringing. Her mother was married six times and hospitalised with a mental-health disorder during her early teens, meaning Cara was taken into care with her older sister Mel. ‘I always felt like a lost soul,’ Cara, now 52, admits. But in 2015, a chance turn of events not only allowed Cara to find her biological dad, but revealed she had secret half sister – a woman who had, incredibly, been her childhood best friend. Cara and Karen Smith, 51, were inseparable at school, but lost touch when Cara moved away. However, the pair reconnected on Facebook in 2015 and Cara noticed something odd. Both…

Prawn, Zucchini and Lemon Orecchiette Serves 4, Prep 12 mins, Cook 5 mins 375g orecchiette 2 tblsps olive oil 500g raw, peeled garlic prawns ½ tsp dried chilli flakes 3 zucchini (500g), trimmed, coarsely shredded 2 tblsps lemon juice Salt and pepper, to taste ½ cup shredded parmesan Extra shredded parmesan, to serve 1 Cook pasta in a stockpot of boiling, salted water until tender. Drain. Return to pot. Cover to keep warm. 2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, nonstick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add prawns and chilli. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until just cooked. 3 Add zucchini. Cook, stirring for 1 minute, or until just wilted. Remove pan from heat. Stir in juice. Season with salt and pepper.…

New Idea Winter Feasts is jam-packed with 90+ cosy comfort meals, plus loads of clever tips from the New Idea test kitchen that will make creating your winter meals even easier! Now that the cold weather has arrived, enjoy delicious soups, pies, roasts and casseroles. The soups can be made ahead so they’re ideal for reheating, or if you have a slow cooker, get a head start by popping on the Chicken Balti Curry before you leave home. Tasty desserts like Choc-Cherry Self-Saucing Pudding and Salted Caramel Dumplings will wrangle any winter craving and are guaranteed to become family favourites. This is comfort food made easy, so make sure you pick up a copy today. Available for RRP $9.99 at selected supermarkets and newsagents or at…

DRY HAIR Try lavender oil as a pre-shampoo treatment. Its calming scent and naturally hydrating properties will work wonders to smooth, nourish and repair dry, agitated hair. OILY HAIR It might seem counter-intuitive, but wash your hair less! Try using a natural, boar-bristle brush daily to evenly distribute your scalp’s natural oils through your hair for a natural glow. COMBINATION Find products that use Mother Nature’s solutions for an oily scalp and dry ends – jujube bark deters flaking and itching, while cherry blossom extract will soothe and moisturise.…

‘I FEEL LIKE I HAD IT ALL FIGURED OUT WHEN SHE WAS YOUNGER, WHEN IT WAS JUST HER. NOW THAT THERE’S TWO, AND SUCH DIFFERENT AGES, I FEEL FLUSTERED SO MUCH OF THE TIME. THE OLDER SHE GETS, THE LESS CLEAR I AM ON HOW TO GUIDE HER.’ Pink, singer and mother of two. Infertility can be a heartbreaking experience for a couple to face, but it’s made worse when men are shut out of the discussions, according to experts. A British consultant has urged both partners to be involved in each stage of the process – and not just when the man’s fertility is an issue. Dr Gedis Grudzinskas believes men need to be involved throughout the process so they are better equipped to support their partner through…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 Clashing commitments this week will be difficult to juggle. A practical timeline will call for some tough decisions. On the family front, a situation that calls for workable compromises will test your negotiating skills. Getting out and about will bring fun discoveries and experiences. A difference with a friend may put a little pressure on your relationship. Watch your spending – money could slip away. LUCKY NUMBERS: 4, 21, 22 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Putting emotions and pressure aside and thinking outside the square with a project will give you a very different view. Stress levels will ease and you will see a world of new possibilities. A change of scene will be a learning experience. It will take thoughtful communication to…

Q A friend I met while I was on a working holiday in Europe has been staying with me for two months and it’s beginning to feel like she’s overstayed her welcome. I did tell her she could come and visit if she was ever in Australia. But I thought she would just drop in as part of her travels and didn’t expect her to stay on this long. She’s sleeping on the couch and doesn’t get up early. So I have to creep around when I’m getting ready for work. I’d really like to get my own space back – have you got any thoughts, Nene? ANNA, VIA EMAIL. A This friend needs to be told she’s cramping your style and has outstayed her welcome. She certainly has more…

EDIE IN CINEMAS NOW This touching film is sure to make you smile and possibly shed a tear or two. Edie (Sheila Hancock), an 83-year-old woman, has sacrificed a lot of her life to look after her ailing and bad-tempered husband, even giving up the trip of a lifetime early on in her marriage. But after he dies, Edie decides to head to Scotland to climb Sullivan – a daunting mountain – with the help of a young guide, Johnny (Kevin Guthrie). HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: A MONSTER VACATION IN CINEMAS THURSDAY What better way to spend a rainy day than to take the kids to see this flick! Join your favourite monster family as they take a cruise holiday to give Dracula (Adam Sandler) a break from running the hotel.…

Former Melrose Place actress Heather Locklear has been hospitalised and is undergoing a psychiatric evaluation after threatening to harm herself and a family member. The 56-year-old, who has struggled with depression, substance abuse and alcoholism, was taken to hospital after threatening to shoot herself and allegedly attacking her parents when they tried to calm her down. Two days before the incident, it is reported that Heather got into a huge fight with fiance Chris Heisser near her LA home, because she suspected he was cheating on her. While police were called, no arrests were made. Radar Online reports that friends and family of the mum-of-one believe she has suffered a relapse, despite a two-month stint in rehab earlier this year.…

It’s the moment Sex And The City fans have been waiting for: Sarah Jessica Parker reprising her role as the beloved Carrie Bradshaw! The 53-year-old was back to her glamorous best while filming on the streets of New York last week, wearing a very ‘Carrie’ outfit featuring silk PJs, high heels and a flash of cleavage As suspected, considering her feud with the other cast members, Kim Cattrall won’t be back as Samantha Jones.…

Just weeks after speculation intensified that Victoria and David Beckham’s marriage was on the rocks, and a spokesperson dismissed reports as ‘fake social media news’, the British designer has given a revealing glimpse into the state of her 19-year-marriage. During a session at the Forbes Women’s Summit in New York, the 44-year-old designer praised her husband with a series of gushing compliments. ‘I have the support of an incredible husband,’ she said. ‘We really are equal with everything we do at home with the children. When I’m away, he’s the one doing the school run and doing the cooking.’ She also said she tries to be the ‘best wife and the best professional’. ‘When I get home I try to put the phone down and spend time with the children…

THE DUCHESS IS POSITIVELY GLOWING – AND THE PALACE IS OVERJOYED It’s the news royal watchers around the world have been eagerly waiting for: a royal cameraman tells New Idea exclusively that a royal baby is on its way, with Meghan and Harry soon welcoming the pitter-patter of tiny feet. The loved-up couple may have been keeping mum for some time, as the royal cameraman reveals that Meghan’s placement at the back of the balcony during the Trooping the Colour celebrations on June 9 was actually a strategic move to hide any sign of a baby bump. ‘WE HAVEN’T SEEN THE QUEEN THIS HAPPY AND EXCITED IN A LONG TIME – IT’S WONDERFUL TO SEE’ There are plenty of whispers going around the London media and royal staff that the…

Following the paparazzi incident prior to the wedding, Meghan Markle’s father Thomas has caused yet another scandal by speaking out without Meghan’s permission – and accidentally revealing her pregnancy. The 73-year-old was flown in by ITV’s Good Morning Britain and paid around $15,000 to share secrets about the newlyweds, where it slipped that his daughter is expecting! When the presenter Piers Morgan pressed him about Meghan’s family plans, he said: ‘[Meghan] has wanted children for a long time... There’s got to be a child in them.’ Asked by Piers about whether Meghan is pregnant already, Thomas added: ‘I think it will happen soon.’ And her father also relayed private details about Harry’s political views while they spoke on the phone, when Harry called him to ask…

In another bizarre twist, Steven Mango also claims that the church is trying to lure Australian wildlife activist Bindi Irwin! ‘I can tell you with certainty that Scientology want her as their next celebrity poster-child and recruiter. They want Bindi because she is a positive role model,’ the former member explosively claims. Another Scientology source adds: ‘You couldn’t ask for a better poster girl for recruitment than the beautiful daughter of a lost and beloved national figure.’ Despite these claims, a source close to the family denied any such contact had been made with the 19-year-old – and while the church may think they’d like to recruit Bindi, her mother Terri would not let it happen. Terri ‘would never let her kids anywhere near the organisation,’ the source added.…

While Brad’s other children have welcomed him back with open arms, Maddox might prove harder for the star to win over. The 16-year-old is allegedly reluctant to see Brad after their physical fight on a private jet in 2016, prompting Angelina to file divorce papers. A source told E! News at the time that Maddox was ‘mad at his dad’ and didn’t want to see him. Although they’ve reunited since, it seems Brad still needs to do some work to get back in Maddox’s life.…

Marshmallow Weetbix Slice Serves 24, Prep 15 mins, Cook 12 mins 4 Weetbix, crushed 1 cup self-raising flour 1 tblsp cocoa powder ½ cup desiccated coconut ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 150g unsalted butter, melted ¼ cup raspberry jam Extra ¼ cup desiccated coconut Pink food colouring, to tint TOPPING 1 tblsp powdered gelatine ²/ ³ cup water 1 cup caster sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 3cm above pan edges. 2 Combine Weetbix, flour, cocoa, coconut and sugar in a large bowl. Stir in butter until well combined. Press mixture firmly over base of prepared pan. 3 Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 12 minutes, or until golden. Remove.…

Mashed Potato Cakes Makes 12, Prep 25 mins, Cook 20 mins 1.25kg brushed potatoes, peeled, chopped 75g butter, chopped ¹/ ³ cup hot milk Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tblsp plain flour 1 egg yolk 2 tblsps finely chopped fresh parsley 1 small clove garlic, crushed 1 cup grated Tasty cheese 1 Grease two 6-hole silicone muffin trays (½ cup-capacity). Place on a large oven tray. 2 Place potatoes in a large saucepan covered with cold water. Bring to boil. Gently boil for about 12 minutes, or until tender. Drain well. Return to pan. Mash until smooth. Stir in butter and milk over a low heat. Season. 3 Remove pan from heat. Stir in flour, yolk, parsley, garlic and half the cheese. 4 Divide mixture among prepared trays. Sprinkle…

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Q My father has been diagnosed with cancer and it is terminal. My one hope is that his father will be waiting for him on the other side. He passed away when my father was a young boy. We are devastated and hope for the best. Dizee, via email. A Dizee, I’m so sorry, cancer is a terrible disease. I have no doubt that your grandfather will be waiting for your dad when he crosses over. Your grandfather has been waiting a long time to hold his boy again. When your dad passes he will be restored – he will revert to a younger age and be full of life and love. I often bring people through who had cancer, and they seem to feel that they beat the cancer…

HARD OF HEARING When I commented to Miss Savanna, aged three, about her new pink headphones, she firmly informed me: ‘Nanny, they are hear phones – to help me hear!’ L. GILYEAD, VASSE, WA. WHAT THE COB! While babysitting my friend’s daughter, we began to prepare dinner together. I carefully sliced and removed the kernels from some homegrown corn to make it easier (and less messy!) for us to eat. Miss Six watched me, smiled, and said: ‘I’m glad I don’t have to eat corn on the pole like I do at home.’ JANE LAWRENCE, SHEFFIELD, TAS. THAT’S ALL, FOLKS When I’ve had enough of talking to my grandchildren, I simply say: ‘End of conversation.’ The other day I was talking to Miss Eight and I must have used a…

POSH POUT The photo coverage of Harry and Meghan’s wedding (NI June 4) was lovely and very colourful – just like the guests’ outfits. The only photo I didn’t like was of Victoria Beckham – not even a smile. Victoria knows she is having her photo taken, surely she can manage a smile? After all, it doesn’t cost anything. LINDA BELCHER, INGLE FARM, SA. BON APPETIT! Special thanks for all the delicious recipes in this week’s issue (NI June 4). I have friends who are keen cyclists and get together with like-minded friends to watch the Tour De France every year. They get together for what they call their ‘French night’. All the guests are invited to bring a plate of French-inspired food to share while they watch the race,…

She’s known for her love of staying fit, but last week Shane Warne’s ex, Simone Callahan, proved she was a die-hard yoga fan as she stripped down for a hardcore outdoor session, despite the weather being a more than chilly -4C. The yoga enthusiast uploaded the video of her working out in just a crop top and a pair of briefs to her Instagram account, with the cheeky caption: ‘I’m learning to embrace the seasons.’…

THE FLASHY GIRL FROM FLUSHING HAS A NEW PLAN FOR FRAN FANS Fran Drescher has given the biggest hint yet that twenty years after it ended, her hit comedy The Nanny could be returning to the small screen. The 60-year-old actress told Entertainment Tonight she couldn’t go into details except to say she’s ‘in talks’ about something ‘big’. However, the comedian did reveal her beloved character would probably be just the same as always, but this time would be more concerned about social issues and ‘opening her big Queens mouth for the greater good’. IS MARGOT PREGNANT? Eighteen months after getting married, it looks like Margot Robbie and husband Tom Ackerley could be expecting their first child. Margot was spotted with what…

KISS MYPUTT It’s more about caddy than daddy for Andy Lee, who said: ‘When people talk about slowing down to have a family, I'm like: “Nope it’s all about golf.”’ Hope it doesn't drive a wedge between him and Rebecca Harding. WRONG DIRECTION We’ve all had that moment when we call someone the wrong name, but there’s no excuse if they’re an international superstar. ‘He’ll always be Neil to me,’ Isla Fisher said about her mix-up with Niall Horan. Gary Styles would have loved that one. THE GOOD OIL Guy Pearce revealed that he had a brief stint as a bodybuilder back when he was 16: ‘I got up there in a G-string oiled up like a sardine and writhed around on the stage like an idiot.’ That sounds worryingly…