Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 40, 2023 i WHO

Celebrity documentaries are always at the top of my“must-watch TV”list. There have been some compelling ones over the last few years – Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields, Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, Harry & Meghan, Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie and Wham! are just a few that have caught my eye lately. And even though these were all produced with the cooperation of the subjects, and therefore controlled to some degree, they’re still enlightening. Now Posh and Becks are the latest A-listers to open the vault – and their lives – to the cameras for Netflix’s Beckham (page 12). And we’re also reliving the ’80s and ’90s through the eyes of icons in the revelatory The Super Models (page 20). Meanwhile, the normally private actress Kerry Washington has kept…

After 26 years together, it’s easy to think we know everything about Posh and Becks. But while the celebrity power couple live in the constant glare of the spotlight, there is also a very private side to David and Victoria Beckham. For the first time, the soccer great, 48, and the fashion designer, 49, are lifting the veil to tell their side of the story in the revealing new Netflix docuseries, Beckham. With never-before-seen footage of life at home with their four children – sons Brooklyn, 24, Romeo, 21, Cruz, 18, and 12-year-old daughter Harper – the Beckhams open up, sharing intimate details about their relationship and controversies. “I wish there was a pill you could take that would erase certain memories,” David said during an interview direct to the…

Kerry Washington A decadeago, Kerry Washington shared why she has worked so hard to keep her private life out of the spotlight. “I learned through experience that it doesn’t work for me to talk about my personal life,” she told Glamour magazine in 2013. “I have girlfriends in this business who talk about their personal lives, and it works for them … But not for me.” Indeed, despite being one of the most well-known actresses in Hollywood, thanks to roles in critically acclaimed films like Ray and Django Unchained, plus seven seasons as the star of hit TV show Scandal, Washington, 46, faces none of the scrutiny trained on her A-list pals. She has only been spotted with her husband, NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha who she married in June…

Perched on a ladder, green dress billowing around her, Sally Obermeder throws the camera a few knowing glances before erupting into that huge, megawatt smile that Australians have come to know and love during her 15-year TV career. The 50-year-old has an ease and natural effortlessness as she changes into a black power suit and killer heels before posing for more snaps. But when she swaps back into her sweats and sneakers to sit down with WHO for a chat after our exclusive shoot, you get the sense that this is, in fact, the real her – something we are no doubt bound to see when Obermeder hits our screens again in the highly anticipated return of The Real Housewives of Sydney. “There’s nothing about me that is perfect and…

When most people talk about the idea of their “forever home”, it consists of four walls, a roof and maybe a swimming pool or media room. But for Priya Nadesalingam and Nades Murugappan, their forever home is so much more than just a house. For them, forever is a town located in Central Queensland where they started their family eight years ago and a community who never gave up fighting for their safe return. “Occasionally [my daughters] ask questions. Last week they asked, ‘How long are we going to be in Biloela for?’” Priya tells WHO exclusively. “And I assure them that we are going to be here forever.” If you’re familiar with the family’s story, as many Australians now are, you may start to understand Kopika and Tharnicaa’s question.…

DAKOTA JOHNSON “I love a good vibe, for obvious reasons,” says Johnson, who is a co-partner in the sexual wellness brand Maude. GREAT FOR COUPLE PLAY THE BETTER SEX ISSUE Don’t let distance stand in the way of pleasure – this luxe remote massager can be used anytime, anywhere. FOR PELVIC STRENGTH Putting the “personal” into personal trainer, the Elvie helps you exercise your way to a strong pelvic floor. Cue better orgasms. EARTH FRIENDLY Cheap, cheerful and ultra discreet, the Elemi is also made from recycled ocean plastic. How’s that for good vibes? CELEB APPROVED Abbie Chatfield joins a host of celeb sex toy entrepreneurs including Gwyneth Paltrow, Dakota Johnson, Lily Allen and Cara Delevingne. ABBIE CHATFIELD Chatfield’s Vush vibrator promises to “be bold, powerful, and a whole lot…

OUTFIT EVOLUTION With plenty of experience on the red carpet, Jessica Chastain is one for nailing an elegant dress code. Old Hollywood glamour has always been her go-to, with full skirts, strapless bodices and jaw-dropping necklaces stealing the show. But recently, the actress has taken a more relaxed approached to her styling, choosing sleek tailored suiting paired with elegant jewellery for a smart finish. This type of dressing can easily be pared down for the office or dressed up for dinner, and we’ve pulled together some high street finds to replicate her impeccable wardrobe. JESSICA’S FASHION RULES 1 “You won’t need a back-up dress if you have a back-up dress. That’s the golden rule of styling.” 2 Asquare-shaped bag is timeless. 3 Coloured heels are always a good idea.…

POCKET PERFUMES I love having my favourite fragrances in mini forms, not only because they’re cute, but also because I can pop one in every bag and have them with me at all times. I’ve now purchased these Pocket Perfumes in bulk! TONE UP I’m not blonde myself, but I think this is a great new launch. This lightweight, leave-in mist lightly tones, treats and detangles blonde hair, while protecting it from UV and heat damage. All the things that blondes need! Simply spray onto dry or wet hair, and style as usual. HAIR HEROES I’m such a fan of the OG Mermade hair waver, but I have accidentally burnt myself on it a few times. Thankfully, this new Double Waver is a bit more beginner friendly and doesn’t take…

WHAT’S THE BUZZ?  LOS ANGELES Actress Kate Beckinsale brought the drama – and her own mosquito net – to the Zodiac Ball with this Tony Ward Couture ensemble. IT WAS THIS BIG! NEW YORK CITY Filmmakers and lifelong friends Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg share their secrets at the Zeta Live conference. TRAINING WHEELS SANTA BARBARA No wonder he’s got moves like Jagger! Maroon 5’s Adam Levine shows how he keeps in shape. CATCH ME IF YOU CAN MALIBU Gossip Girl star Chace Crawford shows off his bling after competing in the Malibu Triathlon. LIFE’S A BEACH HAWAII Kevin Federline, AKA Britney Spears’ ex, takes a stroll with his wife Victoria Prince at their new island home where they moved to from California. DADDY’S GIRLS INSTAGRAM Tim Robards got a…

Mary Elizabeth Winstead is no stranger to the Star Wars universe, given her husband Ewan McGregor is a franchise veteran. But as Hera in the new series Ahsoka, she can now say she’s officially part of the club. Here, the actress, 38, talks her lifelong love of Star Wars, her dazzling female co-stars, and what advice her Jedi husband gave her. How does it feel to become part of the Star Wars Universe and what was it like to be on set? It’s so exciting. Everyone on this cast and crew feels the same. You would think that something at this level might be bit stressful, or people might be stressed out at the pressure of it, but it’s the opposite. Everyone is overjoyed, giddy and happy. I was just…

7 DAYS OF DINNER by Adam Liaw Featuring over 80 recipes taken from the cook's SBS series, The Cook Up, this new book provides themed meal ideas for every day of the week. With recipes from different backgrounds – Mexican to Asian to Scandinavian – there is no shortage of ideas to keep things interesting in your kitchen. KINKY HISTORY by Esmè Louise James In this spin-off from her TikTok series, the online sensation explores a range of topics linked to sex and sets out to determine why certain topics remain taboo, as well as what role fetishes and pornography play in the intimate lives of present day Australians. Get ready to blow your mind. EDENGLASSIE by Melissa Lucashenko The Miles Franklin Awardwinning author weaves together two Indigenous stories set…

Anya Taylor-Joy has married Malcolm McRae in a festival of famous faces in beautiful Venice, Italy. With fellow Hollywood stars like Miles Teller, Cara Delevingne, Nicholas Hoult and Julia Garner watching on, the actress exchanged vows with the musician while wearing a stunning beige, embroidered, custom gown by Dior at the Palazzo Pisani Moretta. “She was a vision,” a guest said. To wrap up the glamorous European affair, the following day, newlyweds Taylor-Joy, 27, and McRae, 29, continued celebrations with a brunch at the St Regis hotel. Speculation that the Queen’s Gambit actress was headed down the aisle was first sparked in 2022, when she arrived in Australia wearing an engagement ring to film the Mad Max prequel, Furiosa. Page Six reported the couple married in a secret courthouse ceremony…

Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith are the latest couple to fall under the banner of “Shock Splits of 2023”. The actress, 37, has filed for divorce from the 45-year-old Dawson’s Creek alum, citing “irreconcilable differences” – and noted the date of separation as September 13, just one day after they attended a New York Fashion Week event hand-in-hand. In documents obtained by Page Six, Turner-Smith requested joint custody of their three-yearold daughter, Janie, and asked for spousal support to be removed. She also noted that she and Jackson have a prenuptial agreement. To fans, Jackson and Turner-Smith’s four-year marriage was a perfect one. While incredibly private, he did once confess that marrying the actress was “the best choice I’ve ever made”. He even shared during an interview on The Tonight…

IN HER BLOOD Maya’s love of acting started when she was a teen and she was later accepted into the famed performing arts school, Juilliard, in New York. “Famous parents can help you get an audition, but they’re not going to get you in,” Ethan says. The term “nepo babies” has become a recent obsession, and it’s no surprise considering the sheer number of celebrity offspring following in their famous parents’ footsteps of late. And it’s something Maya Hawke thought a lot about when teaming up with her acclaimed actor father, Ethan, for their new film, Wildcat. “I had moments of insecurity about it while we were shooting the movie,” Maya recently told Variety magazine. But while it may have been her father’s production company who picked up the project,…

REEL LIFE The story became the focus of two movies, one starring Emma Watson (left).“I don’t resonate with that Hollywood version at all but I could see how it was quite entertaining for the world to see it that way,”Lee shared. “It was more of a storm for me.” It’s been 15 years since the infamous Bling Ring began their robbery spree, stealing millions of dollars in cash and belongings from a slew of high-profile celebrities. And while a handful of the perpetrators, namely Nick Prugo and Alexis Neiers, have spoken out numerous times about the group’s crimes and their involvement, there’s one culprit who has gone relatively under the radar in the years since. That is, until now. After the then-teenagers made headlines following their 2010 arrests, Rachel Lee…

THE BETTER SEX ISSUE Thanks to sex education being taught to varying degrees at high school to pop culture giving us a very peniscentred take on pleasure, it’s all too easy to have a skewed idea of intimacy. These ideas might include cis-women having less desire than cis-men, masturbation ruining marriages and sex not being real if there’s no penetration involved (we would go on, but it’s making us upset). To put some of those misunderstandings to bed, we’ve consulted the experts on how you can start leveling up your knowledge of pleasure. PARTNERED PLAY 1. SLOW DOWN, AND THEN SLOW DOWN EVEN MORE! Christine Rafe, sex and relationship expert for sexual wellness brand Lovehoney, says slower is best for partnered sex. “If we rush into genital and especially penetrative…

THE BETTER SEX ISSUE PLUNGE WIRE FREE 100% COTTON 100% COTTON COMFORT CHECKLIST The Bendon team share their five top tips for making sure you feel as good as you look in your new bra. 1. Always ensure there’s no pinching or discomfort. Shoulder straps shouldn’t dig into your skin or slip off. 2. Check the material: soft, breathable fabrics are the go-to. 3. Make sure the underwire (if it has one) doesn’t dig into the sides of your breasts. 4. The bra band should sit horizontally across your back with just enough space to slip two fingers beneath. 5. When trying on a bra, lean forward, pull all your breast tissue into the cups, and adjust. If, after doing this, everything sits comfortably, you’ve…

Few things scream “undone chic” like a head loaded with volume. But the key to perfecting your tousled locks really comes down to the products used. That’s why hair texturising perfectors are invaluable; they not only leave locks with enough beachy volume for a date night look, but they also absorb oil as they go, taking day-old hair from drab to divine. Try these WHO-approved products along with Jaye Edwards’ top tips for sexy bedhead hair. 1“The foundation of any look you’re trying to achieve is a salonquality product, and if you want volume, you need volumising products,” says Edwards. “When conditioning, avoid the root area, as this will weigh your hair down. Steer clear of any products that claim to be smoothing or super moisturising; these will also weigh…

IN THE PINK Few things herald the return of spring like a good rosé and few are better than those from France’s Loire Valley region. The Rosé d’Anjou, a blend of grape varieties which is typically light and fruity, and Cabernet d’Anjou, made from cabernet franc grapes which are slightly sweeter with more pronounced berry flavours, are both refreshing, easy-drinking wines from the Anjou-Saumur vineyard. Barton & Guestier Rose d’Anjou La Belle Poule (RRP $18, available at Liquorland) is lighter in alcohol and calories with a smooth and delicious palate with notes of ripe fruits, red berries and raspberries. For a Cabernet d’Anjou try La Plancheliere (RRP $15.99, available at Dan Murphy’s). Serve well-chilled on a warm evening, it’s delicately sweet, moderately acidic and exudes aromas of candied sweets, strawberry…

TOUR DAWN FRENCH It’s been a long time between visits – eight years in fact – so British comedy queen Dawn French will be making the most of it when she returns next year. So far she’s announced 11 shows in April and May for the Dawn French is a Huge Twat tour in venues around the country. The author of the soonto-be released book, The Twat Files (out Oct. 12), which celebrates our mistakes and messy selves, promises to share some“buttock-clenching embarrassing stories to give Australian audiences a peek behind the scenes of my work life”. (Tickets are on sale now at livenation.com.au) MORE INSIDE! ELLA PLAYS MATCHMAKER The former MAFS star signs up for another dating show. ZAN’S COUNTDOWN The music buff gets more than the Top 5…

What was the last road trip you took? While filming Luke Nguyen’s India over two months, we drove from the bustling city of Bangalore to the still waters of Kerala. During the 1000km road trip, our vehicle broke down several times and the air conditioner stopped working on the hottest days. However, it was the most colourful and eventful road trip I’ve ever taken. I particularly enjoyed all the chai tea and delicious food stops. When was the last time you were recognised in the street? At the Sydney Fish Market I got stopped by a big tour group from Vietnam. I spent 30 minutes taking photos and telling them what varieties of seafood they should try. I told them to buy some live lobster, mud crab, abalone and pippies,…

George and Amal Clooney rounded up their most famous – and fashionable – friends for their annual event The Albies, which honours “brave individuals who, at great personal risk, have devoted their lives to justice”. George, 62, and human rights barrister Amal, 45, led the star-studded arrivals in New York City, followed closely by Anne Hathaway, Cindy Crawford, Julianne Moore, Scarlett Johansson, Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz, and that’s just to start. The evening was sponsored by Italian fashion house, Versace, which the Clooneys paid tribute to on the evening. “We firmly believe that it takes a community of allies to succeed in waging justice to protect human rights,” they said. “Versace’s commitment to equality ... inspires us to keep fighting the good fight.” George has previously stressed that the…

Sharon Osbourne has been using the Type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic as a weight loss aid for just a few months, but the 70-year-old has already lost close to 20kg, and now, in her own words, she’s“too skinny”. The star was seen out in London last month looking worryingly thin, after confessing to Piers Morgan on Uncensored that she’s set to quit Hollywood’s favourite weight loss drug.“It’s just time to stop, I didn’t actually want to go this thin but it just happened,”but added:“I’ll probably put it all on again soon.”Osbourne has felt the pressure of society’s body ideals for decades, having undergone a gastric band procedure in 1999. By 2014, she was on the Atkins diet, and admitted on her family’s podcast this year that she dangerously goes“at least…

Twenty seven years after Tupac Shakur was shot dead in Las Vegas, a man has finally been arrested. Duane‘Keffe D’Davis was handcuffed by police on September 29, with prosecutors saying he ordered and planned the killing, which unfolded six months before the rapper’s rival, Chris ‘Biggie Smalls’ Wallace, was assassinated in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles. Police believe Davis was connected to both murder cases. Shakur’s sister, Sekyiwa called the arrest a “pivotal moment” for her family and community. “It’s important to me that the  world, the country, the justice system, and  our people acknowledge the gravity of  the passing of this man, my brother, my  mother’s son, my father’s son.”  Davis is due in court this month.…

Matthew McConaughey BOOK: Just Because After a very successful foray into writing with his number one New York Times bestselling memoir, Greenlights, the actor, 53, has taken a stab at penning a children’s book. “I didn’t make plans to write a children’s book so much as the idea of Just Because came to me one night at 2am as a ditty in a dream,” McConaughey told People magazine of the picture book, which he believes “will resonate with children of all ages ‘just because’ it speaks to the kid in all of us”. Jennifer Lopez and Jimmy Fallon BOOK: Con Pollo While the talk show host is no novice when it comes to writing children’s books – this is his seventh! – he has admitted that this bilingual book about…

The Lifestyle Edit When it comes to wellness practices, are you really taking a 360 approach? Sure, you wake up at sunrise and do your yoga, meditation and deep breathing. You dry brush your limbs, drink your cacao, whisk up matcha from scratch and do a daily journal. All that self-care aside, what about your sexual pleasure? Making it a priority is now way easier thanks to chic new brands like Ochre Touch offering 12 new toys to enhance your solo and partnered intimacy. Who doesn’t love a bit of feel-good fun? THE BETTER SEX ISSUE Look for pages featuring this bubble for advice, sexual health, toys and more!…

THE BETTER SEX ISSUE YOUR SHOULDERS Off-the-shoulder Bardot tops are the best styles to highlight and flatter. They also show off your neck and décolletage for a neck lengthening, feminine look. SPLURGE! SPLURGE! Tip Try tops with contouring seams too! YOUR WAIST To highlight and enhance your waist, belts and cinched-in styles are your best friend. Alternatively, try to top and tail your look using a top with accentuated sleeves or shoulders to create that hourglass shape without the need for a belt, worn with skirts or pants that flare out. Fit and flare dresses work perfectly. YOUR ARMS High-neck sleeveless tanks, cut at the right spot, are a great way to show off the length and shape of your arms. Make sure the neckline is high and slightly scoops…

ARIES MAR. 20–APR. 18 In most cases, cool heads do prevail, so remember that. Mind how you go this week. Your ruling planet Mars is clashing with furious and eruptive Pluto so you could feel a little like exploding all over the place. Your best bet is to seek refuge at home or in the bosom of your family (so don’t alienate them all!). CANCER JUN. 21–JUL. 21 Expressing your anger is never easy for you. Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the emotional waters, along comes another little tsunami to churn up your feelings. Do go easy on yourself and others. Have you learned lessons about how less is more when you’re tearing strips off someone? Use those crucial life lessons! LIBRA SEP. 23–OCT.…

LOVE 2.0 “I understand now when people say it takes meeting the right person, that you start fantasising about marriage and kids, ”Ding, who“married”Mitch Eynaud on 2022’s MAFS, admits of her life with boyfriend Guy Palermo (right).“I can now imagine all those things and more now in this relationship.” Chatting to us from her home in Melbourne, Married at First Sight’s girl’s girl and all-round legend, Ella May Ding, is on a high. The 29-year-old’s got her super-popular podcast Sit With Us with her bestie Domenica Calarco, the viral sex toy they both created, and now, she’s landed the plum role of narrating the second season of Love Triangle – adating show which challenges singles to choose their perfect person sight unseen. Tell us about Season 2 of Love Triangle.…

In her latest novel, The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard, bestselling Australian author Natasha Lester weaves together an intricate story about three generations of women striving to make their mark in the high fashion industry. Her tale takes on the real-life Mizza Bricard in 1917 – a time where the world viewed women as “just a man’s muse”.  “Mizza is a fascinating character,”Lester tells WHO.“She has been portrayed as a provocative character and then I came across this one little detail that it was actually Mizza who’d started using Lily of the Valley in the designs at Dior, so it turns out that there was more to her than being a muse.” In the book, Lester gives Mizza both a fictional daughter and granddaughter – Astrid and Blythe – with each…

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