Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 15, 2025 i WHO

Consider all your long weekend entertainment sorted. We’ve rounded up the best movies, TV shows and celebrity-approved books to help you relax over the holidays (from page 28). Looking for love? When these celebrities launched their relationships, the world said they’d never last – but look at them now (page 36)! Plus, get to know the new batch of fellas set to star on Farmer Wants a Wife (page 40). We chat with Pedro Pascal about the new season of The Last of Us and his amazing chemistry with co-star Bella Ramsey (page 18), while Daisy Edgar-Jones says she’s been matched with all the “internet’s boyfriends”, not that she’s complaining (page 14). How does a celebrity make it back from being cancelled? Will Smith is attempting his comeback after that…

K im Kardashian might want as little to do with her controversial ex-husband, Kanye West, right now, but she’s taking a different tack when it comes to his current wife, Bianca Censori. The reality star, 44, reportedly wants to take the Australian architect, 30, under her wing in a desperate bid to stop the rapper from spiralling. “Kim is disgusted with everything Kanye has become, mental illness or not, she feels she doesn’t even know him,” an insider told Mail Online recently. “She feels the best course of action is if she teams up with Bianca. If she gets her away from Kanye it could spark a change in him if he starts to see he is losing everything he cares about.” In recent weeks, West has displayed a series…

It’s no secret that being a woman in Hollywood has its challenges, and Halle Berry has one man to thank for having her back on a recent set – her Crime 101 co-star Chris Hemsworth. Without sharing the specifics of what actually happened while they were filming the thriller in Los Angeles, Berry, 58, made a point of letting the world know what a gentleman Hemsworth was to her during the shoot. “[He’s] a stand-up guy. I won’t go into it now, but he stood up for me in a moment in our movie, and instantly I knew right then I’m gonna follow this guy, be a fan of this guy for the rest of my life because he stood up for a woman,” Berry told E! News as the…

Behold Robert Irwin, the new face – and body – of Bonds’ Made for Down Under campaign. The 21-year-old son of the late Steve Irwin has caused a stir due to the very sexy nature of his foray into modelling, leaving millennials and gen Xers feeling their age. Comedian Nikki Osborne joked that there were “a lot of confused middle-aged women” taking stock of the campaign shots. “Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d see Bob Irwin was a snack. Little Bob got sexy and not even I know how to process this information,” the 43-year-old said. “Not me looking at Steve’s son like this,” one excited fan commented on social media, while others wrote, “Robert, I feel like I shouldn’t be seeing this,” and “There are at…

GETTING TO WORK “I really am one of the biggest Michelle Williams fans,” Slate told Elle. “When this project came my way and I saw who was attached to it, it really took my breath away.” Williams told Entertainment Weekly that working together “was a love-at-first-sight situation”. O n April 2, Michelle Williams, in a plunging pastel Proenza Schouler gown, enjoyed a rare public night out in New York with her husband, producer and director Thomas Kail, at the premiere of her new miniseries, Dying for Sex (streaming now on Disney+). Just weeks earlier, the couple had welcomed their fourth child via surrogate. Williams is already mum to daughter Matilda, 19, whose dad is the late actor Heath Ledger, and with Kail, she shares son Hart, 4, and a third…

PUBLIC PLEA “I hate when I let people down,” Smith said during his six-minute apology video, posted four months later. “So it hurts. It hurts me psychologically and emotionally to know that I didn’t live up to people’s image and impression of me.” More than three years after that slap made him persona non grata, Will Smith is ready for his revival in Hollywood. The 56-yearold recently released his first album in 20 years, Based on a True Story, which addresses the now infamous moment at the 2022 Oscars and his public cancellation thereafter. “This was the very, very first time that he wasn’t the good guy, that the internet treated him like the villain,” Omarr Rambert, executive producer of Smith’s album, told the New York Post of the “Slapgate”…

Easter will be that much sweeter in Denmark this year thanks to Princess Isabella reaching a milestone birthday. The first-born daughter of King Frederik and Queen Mary turns 18 on April 21. Her arrival in 2007 became a history-making event, with Isabella being the first female born into the Danish royal family who wasn’t in danger of losing her place in the line of succession to any younger brothers. She currently sits in the second position, sandwiched between Crown Prince Christian, 19, and 14-year-old Prince Vincent. Despite their aristocratic lineage, the trio, along with Princess Josephine, 14, have had a pretty ordinary upbringing thanks to their Australian mum. “It always brings a smile to my face” “They haven’t been just raised by nannies,” Danish royal commentator Trine Villemann tells WHO.…

If you overheard someone say, “I have to make my protein target,” you’d likely assume that they were one of two things – a gym junkie or an elite athlete. And while protein intake has long been a concern for these fitness-conscious stereotypes, Gen Z TikTokers are now out there reminding us that getting enough is just as important for everyone. Far from the viral stinky chicken and broccoli or boiled egg bowl, our socials are suddenly full of young women whipping up grilled cheese for lunch or overnight oats for breakfast to reach their recommended daily intake. So why is everyone suddenly so obsessed with protein? WHO spoke to sports dietitian and expert for BSc Supplements Mark Robinson to get the lowdown on this crucial macronutrient. WHAT DO I…

“I think the best thing I have invested in is getting a laser treatment [in-clinic] twice a year,” says skinfluencer and former Miss Universe Australia Maria Thattil. “It undoes sun damage and really restores your skin, and although a little expensive, is so effective.” DARK SPOTS Pigmentation tends to worsen over the summer due to higher levels of UV exposure, but there are some hardworking ingredients that can help come wintertime. Rich with glycolic and lactic acids, Ole Henriksen Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner gently resurfaces the skin for an even complexion. Follow the toner with a few drops of a strong vitamin C serum to help brighten the skin. BLOCKED PORES Applying SPF and makeup daily can lead to blocked pores. Thankfully, Sukin’s Blemish Control cleanser is here to save…

Chilli Jam MAKES 4 x 300ml JARS STORAGE Up to 12 months. INGREDIENTS 100ml (scant ½ cup) vegetable oil 500g onions, thinly sliced 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cumin 1kg long red chillies, thinly sliced 500ml (2 cups) white wine vinegar 500ml (2 cups) water 750g caster sugar 2 tsp salt METHOD 1 Pour the vegetable oil into a shallow, wide heavy-based pan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for 15 minutes until they are soft and sweet but not coloured. Stir in the coriander, cumin and chilli, reduce the heat to low and cook for another 15 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent the mixture sticking, or until the chilli is very soft. 2 Add the vinegar and water, stir well, then cook over medium heat…

DRESSED TO KILT NEW YORK CITY Scottish actor Alan Cumming was proud to be Grand Marshal at the annual Tartan Day Parade. STRIKE A POSE LONDON Presenters Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jane Krakowski were lying down on the job at the Olivier Awards. VACAY MODE INSTAGRAM Could Jessica Alba look any happier to be on holidays? The single star took “spring break” with her girlfriends and her daughter Honor. MUSICAL MONARCH ENGLAND King Charles joined in on a carrot flute with the London Vegetable Orchestra at Windsor Castle. HEAVY HITTER NEW YORK CITY “Enter my glossy world,” Kérastase girl Sydney Sweeney posted after filming a new ad for the hair care brand. ALREADY FAMOUS SANTA MONICA Kate Hudson dazzled at the Breakthrough Prize ceremony. DAY DRINKING PARIS Post Malone and…

In her latest novel, The Mademoiselle Alliance, Natasha Lester explores the remarkable story of Marie-Madeleine Fourcade. Though she didn’t quite receive the recognition she deserved in life, the mother-of-two became a leading figure in France during the Nazi occupation in World War II, working as the head of a resistance network. “She wasn’t trained in the military or as a spy, she was just an ordinary mum who decided she couldn’t let what was going on happen and felt she could make a difference,” Lester tells WHO. ”And what a difference she made. Without the intelligence she provided, the D-Day landings would have been far less successful and the war could have dragged on for months, if not years more.” Despite her success in running what became the longest-running spy…

It’s been over a decade since “Mother Monster” last made a trip Down Under, but in exciting news for fans, Lady Gaga will be bringing a bit of mayhem our way later this year. Following the release of her latest album, Mayhem, last month, the singer will make her long-awaited return to our shores 11 years after she last visited for her ArtRave: The Artpop Ball tour in 2014. “Australia, I am so excited to bring The Mayhem Ball to you this December,” Gaga, 39, posted on April 9, which caused hysteria among her loyal fans. The singer is set to take the stage at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on December 5, followed by shows at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium and Accor Stadium in Sydney. Tickets will go on sale from April…

Former footballer and ABC breakfast presenter Tony Armstrong has a surprising new gig – he’s teaming up with drag artist Courtney Act to host Australia’s Eurovision Song Contest telecast. The duo will be the third hosting pair since 2009, and Armstrong, 35, and Act, 43, admitted they had to pass a chemistry test before landing the coveted SBS gig. “We instantly connected,” says Act, a former Australian Idol contestant and long-time Eurovision fan. “He is not as au fait with Eurovision. I have never been to a sporting match. That’s a nice juxtaposition, [a] sort of opposites-attract relationship.” Armstrong added that Act “has already taken me under her wing”. The new hosts will be hoping Go-Jo, a rising pop star from Western Australia, will do the country proud as the…

The Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex are in mourning after the death of their “incredible” former bodyguard. Graham “Crackers” Craker will be remembered as a selfless man who was with William and Harry when they learnt their mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, passed away in 1997. “He was an incredible man – our hero, our rock – and meant everything to us,” Craker’s sons, Graham and James, shared in tribute, while a source told People magazine, “He was everything that royal protection ought to be. He was subtle, reasonable and well-mannered.” In his memoir, Spare, Harry said of Crakers, “Willy and I liked him a lot. We always called him Crackers. We thought it was hysterical.”…

At the end of April 2020, millions of TV viewers around the world – weary from the first round of pandemic lockdowns – tuned in to watch relative unknowns Daisy Edgar-Jones and Paul Mescal play out a tumultuous affair between schoolmatesturned-unlikely lovers in Normal People, an adaptation of Sally Rooney’s modern love story set in Ireland. London-based Edgar-Jones earned Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations for the role, but she found that her adjustment to fame was a slow burn, partly due to the pandemic. “It was during COVID. It was weird. It was sort of like a simulation, the whole thing,” she said on Emma Chamberlain’s podcast, Anything Goes, in January. “I was being told that my life was changing exponentially. But in my actual life, I was just having…

He may have garnered himself a reputation for being difficult on set in his early acting years, but that didn’t stop the tributes flowing in for Val Kilmer after his death on April 1. As WHO previously reported, the actor passed away from pneumonia in Los Angeles at the age of 65, with many of his former co-stars honouring him. “I’m remembering Val Kilmer today with great admiration for him as a man and as a generational talent who left us an enviable legacy of indelible acting performances,” Kilmer’s Batman Forever co-star Jim Carrey said in a statement. “His greatest artistic achievements were rivalled only by the grace and courage with which he endured his life’s most challenging moments.” Meanwhile, the actor’s Top Gun co-star Tom Cruise led a minute’s…

Sarah Michelle Gellar & Freddie Prinze Jr. Despite creating a bond on the set of cult classic horror film I Know What You Did Last Summer back in 1997, it took Gellar and Prinze a few years to realise there was something more between them. The pair ended up on an unexpected date after a fellow friend was unable to make the meet-up and sparks flew. But there were definitely a few sceptics before they married in Mexico in 2002. “So you’re going to marry Sarah Michelle Gellar, even though you know that won’t last?” Prinze was asked during an interview on The Howard Stern Show at the time. “Oh, absolutely it will last,” Prinze replied. Two kids and two decades later, Gellar made sure to give it to the…

Karen Johnson Mortimer doesn’t describe dementia as a condition or an illness. She describes it as “the thief”. It’s the thing which has robbed her of her husband of 45 years, stealing away the man so many know as NRL legend Steve “Turvey” Mortimer. The 68-year-old has spent the last three years in care after a quick decline from dementia, likely caused by the head injuries and frequent concussions he sustained during his 12-year career on the field. “He still knows his family and there’s a big smile when I come in, but there’s no conversation now. We can have the rugby on TV but he wouldn’t fully grasp it,” actress-turned-theatre director Karen, 69, tells WHO. “It’s so hard to see him like this but he is calm and comfortable…

Book your flights, pack your bags and prepare for a holiday filled with bliss. The Regent has made its highly anticipated return to Bali, this time in the surfer’s paradise of Canggu. Situated on the lush southwestern coast of the Indonesian island, this 150-room beachfront property is set on 14 acres and pulls out all the stops. The stops in question? Five dining facilities, the world’s first Regent Spa and an impressive nine pools – no shortage of lounging by a body of water here. ihg.com/regent COMPILED BY: MADISON BOGISCH…

Once a symbol of corporate conformity, the suit has been redefined, reclaimed and restyled by women everywhere. From the boardroom to the red carpet, power dressing is no longer about blending in – it’s about standing out. Whether it’s an oversized blazer dressed down with sneakers or a sharply tailored three-piece with sky-high heels, the modern suit oozes confidence, versatility and a new kind of femininity. So with fashion icons and trailblazers leading the charge, it’s time to take your pick and make a statement for yourself.…

What led you into winemaking? I’ve always had a deep appreciation for nature, agriculture and craft. Winemaking merges all of these passions into one. The art of transforming raw material into something that tells a story of its environment is what drew me in and keeps me inspired. What’s the best part of your job – the bit you love the most? Joining Bird in Hand has been an incredible journey. The company’s vision and commitment to quality have been constant sources of inspiration. I love working with a team that is passionate about pushing boundaries and elevating the wines we produce. It’s a perfect blend of innovation and tradition. Tell us a little bit about the debut release of the new labels – the Tasmanian Series and Tasmanian Reserve…

TV THE NARROW ROAD TO THE DEEP NORTH A host of fantastic Australian talent leads the charge in this World War II epic. Euphoria’s Jacob Elordi plays Dorrigo Evans, a medical student who ships out to the war, where he is captured by the Japanese and forced to work on the Burma railway – beaten, brutalised and tortured alongside his fellow prisoners. Romance runs throughout the tale, including Dorrigo’s passionate affair with Amy (Odessa Young), the younger second wife of his uncle Keith (Simon Baker). Based on the novel by Richard Flanagan, this miniseries is big, bold and sensual. (Premieres Fri., Apr 18 on Prime Video) MORE INSIDE! CALLING MR WALLIKER! Chiwetel Ejiofor steals hearts in Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. YOUR HOLIDAY BINGE GUIDE All the new films…

ACTION/THRILLER THE ACCOUNTANT 2 STARRING: Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, J.K. Simmons The long-awaited sequel sees money-laundering accountant Christian Wolff (Affleck) out of hiding and teaming up with his criminal brother, Brax (Bernthal), to help Treasury Agent Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) find her boss’ killer. The brothers also unearth a deadly conspiracy. (In cinemas Thu., Apr. 17) DRAMATHE PENGUIN LESSONS STARRING: Steve Coogan, Björn Gustafsson In 1976, British teacher Tom Michell (Coogan) makes his way to Argentina to work in a local school, but it’s hardly the experience he’s imagined. The students are difficult and the political unrest in the country brings its own set of challenges. When he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life takes a sideways turn as an unexpected bond starts to form. Based on…

HOW TO SEAL YOUR OWN FATE by Kristen Perrin The sequel to How to Solve Your Own Murder. Annie Adams is busy settling into her new home at Castle Knoll. After refusing to hear the grim predictions of local fortune teller Peony, she comes home to find her stabbed in the back in her hall. QUEER ROMANCE KILLER POTENTIAL by Hannah Deitch After finishing uni, Evie is drowning in debt and takes a job as a tutor to the kids of LA’s super-rich. When she arrives at the Victor family’s mansion, she finds them all dead – and a crying woman hiding. Now a suspect, she’s on-the-run. A twist on Thelma and Louise. LYREBIRD by Jane Caro Twenty years after Jessica’s reports of hearing screaming in the bush are dismissed…

Russell Brand has been charged with the sexual assault and rape of four women between 1999 and 2005. The 49-year-old actor and comedian was at his home in Florida when he learnt his fate following an 18-month investigation in the UK, stemming from a bombshell exposé in the British media over his alleged misconduct early on in his career. Though Brand made a name for himself as an overtly sexual comic and womaniser, he’s denied engaging in “non-consensual activity”. “I was a drug addict, a sex addict and an imbecile. But what I never was, was a rapist,” says Brand, who is set to face court on May 2. The comedian has reinvented himself in recent years, retreating more from public life and raising three children with his wife, Laura…

When the script for post-apocalyptic drama The Last of Us landed in Pedro Pascal’s hands, he insists there was “no hesitation” in accepting an offer to play Joel Miller in the adaptation of the hugely popular video game. “It was one of those instances where it looked like such a special project,” the 50-year-old tells WHO. The Narcos star admits, however, that the role came with a lot of anticipation. “I was definitely more afraid with that one than I had been with anything else because of the expectation, because of what people’s personal experience to this immersive game is,” he shares. “And meeting people’s expectations and still not compromising what is brilliant writing on the page because of this sort of fear, this constant sort of like dance around…

MINDY KALING The writer, director and producer has gone beyond establishing a book club. In 2022, she teamed up with Amazon to create her own imprint, Mindy’s Book Studio, selecting works from emerging and established voices. Kaling, 45, also has the first option to develop those books into feature films. “I really like ambitious women, underestimated women, women with secrets,” she told People magazine. “Those with big personalities. I’m not involved in a lot of things with demure female leads. That’s not my vibe, and it’s my taste in books, too.” REESE WITHERSPOON Reese’s Book Club, launched in 2017, is run under the star’s media company, Hello Sunshine, and aims to highlight female authors who write stories about women who save themselves. “You’d be shocked by how many books have…

What inspired you to sign up for Farmer Wants a Wife? My mum and some close friends signed me up, so the phone call came as a surprise! How would your friends and family describe you in three words? Stubborn, determined, opportunistic. What qualities are you looking for in your ideal woman? A lady who is nice, different, unusual. Someone who is a glass-half-full type who doesn’t hold a grudge, and has her own aspirations and dreams in life. A lady who is caring and loves animals and doesn’t mind having a few poddy lambs in the garden. A lady who is honest and open with me and has an anything-is-possible attitude, which is really important. She also needs to know how to mix with a wide range of people.…

VITAMIN C + FERULIC ACID Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) is a powerhouse antioxidant that brightens skin and fights signs of ageing but is highly unstable and prone to oxidation. That’s where ferulic acid comes in. “Ferulic acid mitigates this degradation by protecting L-ascorbic acid from oxidation,” explains Renate Stewart, national education manager at SkinCeuticals. “This synergistic effect ensures that the formulation maintains its antioxidant activity over a long time, providing sustained protection against environmental damage.” Together, they defend against environmental stressors like UV rays and pollution, while improving hyperpigmentation and evening out skin tone. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic combines vitamin C, vitamin E and ferulic acid for eight times greater environmental protection, making it a cult favourite for those tackling dullness or pigmentation. Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe offers a lightweight, potent…

From bedsheets to tablecloths, linen is a staple in almost every home, and we have to say, we get why. Firstly, this fabric is lightweight, breathable, durable and environmentally friendly. Secondly, linen keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter – is there anything she can’t do? However, as more homeware brands spruik linen pieces, it can be hard to know which are worth the splurge and which are a waste of money. To help you find quality linen, we’ve rounded up our favourite Aussie brands. Oh, and they’re all OEKO-TEX-certified – made without nasty chemicals. TSL CO Founded by Nancy Shah, The Sustainable Life Co’s (TSL Co) linen living essentials focus on incorporating linen into dining and living rooms. With a gorgeous range of tablecloths, napkins, cushion covers…

ARIES MAR. 20–APR. 18 Big shifts in love are coming. The April Full Moon in your Love Zone means it’s time to turn the page on at least one very important relationship. Maybe you’re moving on or maybe you and your partner are leaving an old upset behind. Thankfully, you will have increased communication skills now. Talk things through kindly! CANCER JUN. 21–JUL. 21 One area of life is taking too much energy. Shift it. Once a year you get a chance to recalibrate your work and home-life balance, and April is the time to do it. The Full Moon asks you to make sure you’re not feeling too disillusioned about work. If you are, seek something that inspires you. Don’t neglect your personal life. LIBRA SEP. 23–OCT. 22 This…

Chiwetel Ejiofor With a number of very prestigious accolades to his name and a series of dramatic roles on his résumé, Chiwetel Ejiofor’s casting in Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy was a welcome surprise for fans when the film hit cinemas earlier this year. But the 47-year-old insists playing the peculiar but endearing Mr Walliker alongside Renée Zellweger in the rom-com was not so much of a change from his usual fare. “It’s not different doing a rom-com to anything else,” he tells WHO. “Where the humour comes from and where the romance comes from is really grounded. And it feels like it needs to be grounded. I mean, that’s what lifts it, and that’s always been the case in these films.” How did you feel about joining the…