Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 17, 2025 i WHO

It’s almost Fashion Christmas, aka Met Gala day, and sartorial-lovers will be pumped to see the stars tackle this year’s theme of Tailored for You. We take a look at the very stylish gents co-chairing the event – Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky and Pharrell Williams (page 16). Fellow fashion fan Florence Pugh opens up about Hollywood’s expectations of her, bucking the stereotypes and taking on the world of superheroes in Thunderbolts* (page 18). We have chats with the very charistmatic new hosts of SBS’s Euorvision coverage, Tony Armstrong and Courtney Act (page 22), Asher Keddie tells us all about the new season of Strife (page 26), Harry Connick Jr. raves about the talent found on his new show The Piano (page 38), and Poh Ling Yeow takes us…

The knives are out between Australia’s most popular food blogger Nagi Maehashi and social media baking sensation Brooke Bellamy, with the RecipeTin Eats founder accusing the Bake With Brooki author of stealing her recipes. Maehashi took to social media on April 29 to claim that both Bellamy’s caramel slice and baklava recipes in her bestselling cookbook, released last October, are uncannily similar to recipes she had previously published on her website – though Bellamy has vehemently denied the plagiarism allegations. “Profiting from plagiarised recipes is unethical – even if it is not copyright infringement – and undermines the integrity of the entire book,” she shared alongside screenshots of the ingredients, quantities and instructions from both her own and Bellamy’s two recipes. “And it’s a slap in the face to every…

Dannii Minogue has said she “wouldn’t be alive” if she “wasn’t so mentally strong” thanks to years of being physically compared to her petite pop princess big sister Kylie. “I was compared to my sister, who’s always had a completely different body shape our entire lives,” the 53-year-old revealed on the Happy Place podcast. “I wasn’t living up to her body. At the time, the only body shape that was accepted was slim. I was a square trying to fit into a hole.” The entertainer added that “it was so brutal, and it went on for years.” Thankfully, it didn’t create too much sibling rivalry, with Kylie, 56, and Dannii maintaining a very close relationship to this day. Kylie moved back to Melbourne in 2021 after 30 years abroad to…

STATEMENT MAKER COLMAN DOMINGO, 55 His résumé spans three decades and countless acting credits, but it was 2019’s Euphoria that put Domingo on the map. His style, however, sets him apart. “I am a Black man who loves style, loves tailoring, and it struck me that I had never seen images like that – of myself, saying, ‘I belong in these clothes,’” he told Vogue about seeing Black mannequins while scouting references for the Met Gala with author Monica L. Miller. Her book, Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, inspired the Gala’s accompanying exhibition theme, ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’. “I always had to look for a vision outside of myself,” the actor added. IN A LEAGUE OF HIS OWN LEWIS HAMILTON, 40 The fashion-forward…

GO-JO, AUSTRALIA Australia’s 2025 Eurovision entrant, Go-Jo (born Marty Zambotto), is a genre-blending pop sensation poised to bring his infectious energy to the song contest’s stage in Basel. Born in 1995 in rural Manjimup, Western Australia, to a French father and Australian mother, Go-Jo, 29, grew up off-grid on a self-sustained property before relocating to Sydney to launch his music career. A multi-instrumentalist who began writing and producing songs as a teenager, he gained global recognition with his 2023 viral hit, ‘Mrs. Hollywood’, which amassed over one billion views and cemented his status as a top-streamed Australian artist. Selected by SBS, Go-Jo will perform ‘Milkshake Man’ – a collaborative anthem co-written with members of Australian pop band Sheppard that champions self-expression. “The Milkshake Man’s purpose is to inspire people to…

FAMILY HEIRLOOM Isabella’s new tiara has links to four generations of her ancestors. It once belonged to her great-great-grandmother Princess Margaret of Connaught, before passing to Queen Ingrid, then Queen Margrethe, before it was given to her. QUEEN MARY Midnight Tiara This modern and lightweight creation features leaves made from rose gold and oxidized silver. It contains 1340 diamonds and 31 precious moonstones. DUCHESS OF SUSSEX Diamond Bandeau Tiara Garrard created this diamond and platinum sparkler in 1932, using a brooch of Queen Mary’s as its centrepiece. The stunning cluster remains detachable. PRINCESS CATHERINE Lover’s Knot Tiara This favourite tiara of Princess Diana, which is now used exclusively by the Princess of Wales, features 19 hanging pearls and diamonds set in platinum. Looking poised and elegant posing in an orange…

After running cafes for the past 20 years, Bel Asta knew the long hours weren’t going to be a sustainable option as a single mum with a new baby on the way. She also knew that working for someone else wasn’t financially viable and so she decided to create her own business. “I started by designing a hair tool. But when I launched it in COVID, nobody was going out, so I quickly realised I needed a backup plan,” Bel, 48 from Melbourne, tells WHO. It was then that she saw a video about stick-on nails, which a company in Germany was selling. “I was sceptical about how they would work and how long they’d last, but I tried them and they were great,” she says. They were also a…

Sure, studded clothes might have been a status symbol for the 2009 punk teenager, but we’re here to tell you that these edgy little adornments are having a major moment with A-listers. Yep, in the year 2025, studs are fast disowning their grunge reputation to offer a fun, feminine approach to fashion. Here, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite studded pieces on the market. PAIR ME UP! PLAIN & SIMPLE If you’re wearing studded bottoms or a jacket, our best advice is to pair them with a plain T-shirt. This will balance the edgy look of the studs without detracting from them. Tip Pair with a cute flowy skirt for a feminine edge. LIFESTYLE TEAM LOVES! SPLURGE! COMPILED BY: MADISON BOGISCH…

“My mum used to tell me ‘less is more’ when it comes to beauty. A few staple products – chosen wisely – will always serve you well. And while I never listened in my teens and twenties, now in my thirties, I realise – as much as it pains me to say – that she was right.” Sara Tapia Senior Content Producer “While cuticle oil is a must-have post manicure, my mum applies anything from baby oil to face oil to wet nail polish. Sounds strange, I know, but the oil will protect the nail polish from smudging and can also reduce drying time.” Gracie Boyle Content Producer “My mum doesn’t wear a lick of makeup, never has. My grandma Joan, however, always kept red lipstick in her bathroom and…

ARIES MAR. 20–APR. 18 It’s not always about being first or winning. Venus returns to your sign this week and you can get back to where things left off in early March. If things do feel confusing, that’s OK. You’re getting used to a new cycle of surrendering control and slowing down. Do make sure you stop to smell the roses and enjoy life a little bit. CANCER JUN. 21–JUL. 21 Comfort zones are comfortable – but only to a point. Life doesn’t have to work out exactly like you expected it would to be good. In fact, life would be boring if it always went to plan. Right now, you’ve got to roll with the changes, even if they are confusing. Find the beauty in the madness of it…

HOME MOVIES “My Mom Jayne follows Mariska as she seeks to know, understand and embrace her mother for the first time,” the documentary’s press release reads. “[She] discovers the layers and depth of who Jayne was.” Since 1999 and for 26 seasons, actress Mariska Hargitay has been sifting through trauma as Captain Olivia Benson on Law & Order: SVU. Now she’s set to investigate the life and untimely death of her famous late mother, ’50s and ’60s Hollywood bombshell Jayne Mansfield, in My Mom Jayne (streaming on Max in June). “This movie is a labour of love and longing,” she said in a press release announcing the project. “It’s a search for the mother I never knew, an integration of a part of myself I’d never owned, and a reclaiming…

TRANSLATIONS by Jumaana Abdu A medical doctor and an acclaimed author, Abdu’s debut novel follows the formerly well-kept Aliyah and her daughter, Sakina, as they navigate a new and foreign life in a rural Aussie town. It also delves into the complexities of belief systems, relationships and sexuality. Abdu’s natural flair for storytelling has landed her on the coveted annual list. “Abdu’s glistening debut novel, Translations, challenges every assumption a reader may hold,” one judge wrote. BLACK CONVICTS by Santilla Chingaipe A filmmaker, historian and author, Chingaipe will change the way you think and feel about your roots. In Black Convicts, she uses her expertise in settler colonialism, slavery and postcolonial migration in Australia to detail and educate readers on the people of colour who were “whitewashed out of our…

One of Australia’s most successful reality TV couples, Matthew Johnson and Laura Byrne, are growing their family. The pair, who met on Season 5 of The Bachelor in 2017, announced on April 30 that they are expecting their third child this October. “I’m 18 weeks pregnant, everyone,” Byrne said on her Life Uncut podcast. “Even Matt was shocked because he thought it was 13 weeks. I’ve been keeping a little secret for quite some time.” The proud mum, 39, found out she was expecting just as her husband jetted off to Africa to head into the jungle on I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! “The whole time he was in the jungle, I wasn’t able to tell him, and then it was really tricky because I didn’t want to…

It turns out that Tommy Shelby might be truly indestructible after all. While the upcoming Peaky Blinders film, The Immortal Man, was supposed to be Cillian Murphy’s last turn as the beloved gangster, reports suggest that the boys are headed back to Birmingham. British newspaper The Sun revealed that a new season of the historical drama is in production and due to hit screens in 2026. The series will jump 20 years, into the ’50s, an era well-known for violent mob clashes and notorious London mobsters like the Kray twins. In this scenario, Murphy, 48, could come back as the crime boss to be a “father figure” to new and younger gang members joining the cast. “The sixth series of Peaky Blinders was supposed to be the last and the…

Bianca Castro-Arabejo, better known as Jiggly Caliente, has passed away at the age of 44. Her death on April 27 came after a“severe infection”led to surgery to amputate her right leg. “A luminous presence in the worlds of entertainment and advocacy, Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious energy, fierce wit and unwavering authenticity,”her family shared in a statement announcing the news of her death. “She touched countless lives through her artistry, activism and the genuine connection she fostered with fans around the world.” The vivacious performer was a fierce transgender advocate and a beloved member of the Drag Race family. She first appeared on the fourth season of RuPaul’s reality show before becoming a judge on Drag Race Philippines. She later returned to the sixth season of the US…

She’s no stranger to a hit TV series, having starred in the likes of Love My Way, Offspring and Nine Perfect Strangers, but Asher Keddie admits despite decades in the industry, she still gets a buzz when her shows are renewed for another season. “Oh my gosh, it’s thrilling,” the actress tells WHO, ahead of the premiere of the second season of Strife. “Especially with Strife, actually. This creative team – we work so well together. It’s very cohesive. It’s very inspiring. We really enjoy it. And so particularly when you’re in that situation with a group of people, you want to go again and keep exploring together.” After a stellar first season, which broke streaming records for Binge when it premiered in late 2023, Keddie acknowledges there were added…

DREAM DUET Despite both playing the same instrument, Connick says Lam (left centre, with host Keller) “brings something different than I do” to the series. “I think we cover a lot of bases between the two of us,” he explains of their complementary expertise. During the first episode of ABC’s new series The Piano, budding piano player Fergus is asked by host Amanda Keller who his musical inspirations are – and Harry Connick Jr. quickly springs to his mind, among others. But unbeknownst to the young pianist, the Grammy Award winner is watching him through a screen in a nearby room, noticeably flattered by the mention. “When you hear that from anyone, it’s really an honour and it’s a reminder of how fortunate I am to be able to do…

UNITED FRONT Take a stand against bullying and get involved in Do It For Dolly Day on Friday, May 9. This important annual event, organised by charity Dolly’s Dream, is a day dedicated to both spreading kindness and taking action against bullying. Head to dollysdream.org.au to register or donate to the cause. Most people who have sat down to watch Netflix’s Adolescence agree that just one word can describe the four-part drama series: disturbing. The show focuses on a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a female classmate, and while the series is fictitious, it does explore the harsh reality of growing up with misogynistic content in the palm of your hands. According to family lawyer and domestic violence educator Cassandra Kalpaxis, the internet and largely unregulated social media platforms create…

Anyone who gets their manicures done professionally will tell you that being handed a tub of nail colour swatches to choose from can be a ridiculously overwhelming task. And while some of us trawl Pinterest or TikTok beforehand to hunt down the nail look of the moment, we recommend looking to your favourite celebrities for inspo instead. Sure, they might have wildly talented nail artists, but there are a handful of A-listers who are flaunting nails that you can easily recreate at home. From Dua Lipa to Olivia Rodrigo, here are our favourite celeb-approved nail trends… LADY IN RED In our humble opinion, nothing hits as hard as a classic red nail like Selena Gomez’s. The key to finding the perfect red for you all depends on your skin’s undertone.…

Pasta alla Vodka (of sorts) SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 500g bucatini pasta 1½ cups smoked semi-dried tomatoes (or just semi-dried if that’s all you have), plus a few extra, to serve 500ml (2 cups) pouring (single) cream 60ml (¼ cup) chicken stock 1 tblsp olive oil 1½ tblsps tomato paste (concentrated purée) Vodka at will Basil leaves to scatter Parmesan at will, to serve METHOD 1 Bring a large pot of water to the boil and add the pasta. While the pasta is cooking, put the semi-dried tomatoes, cream and chicken stock in a blender and blitz until combined. This will look weird and clumpy and gross. Ignore it. 2 Place a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the olive oil and, once hot, add the tomato paste and…

STAN FOR YOU NEW YORK Siblings-in-law Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci met at the premiere of Another Simple Favor. BACK ON SET ENGLAND Liam Hemsworth was spotted getting back into character as Geralt of Rivia, aka the White Wolf, for season 5 of Netflix’s The Witcher. BLESSED BROOD TEXAS Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves bandied their brood – Levi, Vida and Livingston – together for the 13th Annual Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala. PEACE OUT FRANCE Yellowstone’s Josh Holloway posed for snaps during a photocall for new series Duster at the Canneseries International Festival. SLAY, QUEEN! LOS ANGELES Lizzo looked ‘Good As Hell’ while attending the Daily Front Row’s Fashion Los Angeles Awards at The Beverly Hills Hotel. THAT’S HOT CALIFORNIA Sydney Sweeney partied backstage with Paris Hilton ahead of…

It’s a reality TV format that has endured for almost two decades – farmers living in remote locations search for ladies to become their wives; ladies don boots and Akubra hats to win said farmers’ hearts. There’s no doubt Farmer Wants a Wife works, with the statistics speaking for themselves – 11 marriages, seven long-term relationships and 27 children since 2007. And it sounds like we can expect those numbers to rise, according to original host Natalie Gruzlewski, who is fronting the show once more for its 15th season after taking a back seat to Samantha Armytage in recent years. Here, she previews what to expect… You’re back in the driver’s seat this season! Has much changed? Oh, gosh. Good question. I love coming back to Farmer every year. Season…

As a homeschooled child star, Selena Gomez never had the customary experience of attending her high school prom. But the singer’s beau Benny Blanco changed all that by surprising his fiancée with a prom-like experience. The 37-year-old took to Instagram to share that he’d surprised Gomez by asking her to get dolled up to have prom-esque pictures taken together at a local Photomakers – known for their cheesy studio snaps – at the SouthBay Pavilion Mall in Carson, California. “My fiancée has never been to prom before … so I asked her if we should take prom photos together at a mall … she said yes!” Blanco captioned a video of the pair’s day date. Gomez, 32, donned a purple puffy frock while Blanco went for a classic black tuxedo.…

She recently landed the cover of People magazine’s World’s Most Beautiful issue, but Demi Moore has admitted she has had a complicated relationship with her body over the years. In the accompanying interview, the 62-year-old told the publication that she “tortured” herself for a slew of roles in the ’90s. “I was so harsh and had a much more antagonistic relationship with my body. And straight up, I was really just punishing myself,” she shared. The Substance star had a rigorous diet and exercise routine to tone up for 1996’s Striptease and G.I Jane the following year. “I mean, crazy things [with] diet and exercise, biking from Malibu and going all the way to Paramount, about 40 kilometres,” she recalled. “All because I had placed so much value on what…

She’s been a prominent character in Emily in Paris since its inception, but after being dumped for Emily once again by Gabriel, fans were left questioning the fate of Camille. And now, actress Camille Razat has confirmed she won’t be returning for Season 5 when filming begins this month. “After an incredible journey, I’ve made the decision to step away from Emily in Paris,” Razat, 31, wrote in an Instagram post on April 23. “It has been a truly wonderful experience.” The French actress went on to thank the cast, crew and fans “who have supported us along the way”. “This character has meant a lot to me, and I feel that her storyline has naturally come to an end,” she wrote. Fellow castmates Lily Collins, who plays the titular…

RITA WILSON “When I say my parents, I really mean my dad and Rita,” Tom Hanks’ daughter, Elizabeth, 42, told People, after opening up about her estrangement from her mother, Susan Dillingham, in her memoir. “They’ve been together since before I can really remember. They’ve been together since I was 4 or 5,” she said of Hanks and Wilson, both 68. Elizabeth, who goes by E.A., said she also doesn’t think of the actress as her stepmother, but rather her “other mother”. Wilson also took on the role of “other mother” to Hanks’ eldest child, Colin, 47, who he also shared with Dillingham. He and Wilson went on to have sons Chet, 34, and Truman, 29. HILARIA BALDWIN Alec Baldwin’s wife, Hilaria, 41, said on a recent episode of their…

“I feel like that’s my main superpower as one of the judges” Late last year and with a new season of MasterChef Australia set to start filming, Poh Ling Yeow says she was feeling poised and ready to take on her second season of judging when producers threw a spanner in the works. “I think after the first season, I was like, ‘OK, I’m raring to go. I’ve got a little bit of confidence in this now.’ And then, with it being Back to Win, I felt all weird about it again, because it’s all my mates,” she says with a laugh when WHO catches up with the star., Having been runner-up in the inaugural season some 16 years ago, plus having her own second punt at the MasterChef crown…

With his wide, menacing grin, Dennis Quaid’s portrayal of real-life killer Keith Jesperson gives chills as he uses the promise of an unfound victim to lure his daughter back into his web. And while parts of Paramount+’s riveting new crime thriller series Happy Face have been fictionalised, Melissa Moore’s experience with her father is equally troubling. Melissa was just 15 when she came home from school one afternoon to learn some shocking news – her father had been arrested for murdering his girlfriend, Julie Winningham. It was eventually revealed he was responsible for a killing spree between 1990 and 1995, when the truck driver had strangled at least eight women during his travels across the US. “As a little girl, I adored him, and he was my hero,” she told…

Social media is awash with perfectly tanned, toned bodies, and it’s easy to fall into the trap of wondering why you don’t look like the figures reflected on your screen. There is an antidote, though, and it’s all about curating your feed to contain only bodypositive influencers who can give you a daily reminder that health is not about one size fits all. There’s no lack of inspiring Aussies rising to that task. We’ve picked the top five to add to your follow list for a feel-good, body-loving boost. EMMYLOU MACCARTHY One of the OG body-positive influencers, Perth-born MacCarthy is still killing it online. The actress and TV host is also a single mum-of-three and her page is all about being comfortable in your own skin. Aged 45, she talks…

WINTON ROAD BAROSSA VALLEY SHIRAZ $20, Liquorland The ideal accompaniment to roasted or grilled meats such as beef or venison, as well as hard cheeses such as cheddar and parmesan, this deep ruby-red shiraz is ideal for dinner parties. SPLURGE! CHÂTEAU TANUNDA OLD VINE SHIRAZ 2023 $50, chateau tanunda.com Crafted from prized old vine sites in the Barossa Valley (35-49 years of age). Expect a rich, concentrated shiraz with notes of dark berries and a hint of spiced oak from 18 months of American oak maturation. Drink now or cellar for up to 10 years. SISTER’S RUN SHIRAZ $20, Liquorland A mouthful of plush rounded fruits and textural tannins. There are white chocolate bullets of piercing aromaticity, with some faint and fine rum and raisin oak bouquet falling in behind.…

TV POKER FACE S2 Charlie Cole (Natasha Lyonne) is back, traversing the country in her Plymouth Barracuda and solving crimes with her innate ability to tell when someone is lying just by looking at them. This time she’ll encounter celebrity guests such as Cynthia Erivo as identical sextuplets and John Mulaney as an FBI agent, while visiting everywhere from funeral homes to a minor league baseball game and an alligator farm. Awkwafina, Justin Theroux and Katie Holmes are some of the other notable names appearing. (Premieres Thu., May 8 on Stan) MORE INSIDE! A DAUGHTER’S TRIBUTE Mariska Hargitay on her directorial film debut, My Mom Jayne. LOVE ON THE MENU Four grandmas serve up their cherished recipes in true story Nonnas. FARMERS FIND THEIR WIVES! Host Natalie Gruzlewski previews this…

After being thrown onto The Block “under a bit of chaos” as replacements for original contestants Joel and Elle back in 2022, it took Rachel and Ryan Carr a couple of weeks to find their stride. So when the opportunity came up again to document their experience renovating a property from start to finish, the couple were all in. “When we came off [The Block], we were like, ‘Let’s do this all again, exactly how we want,’” Rachel tells WHO. The Sydney-based couple “stumbled across” a little run-down house on NSW’s stunning south coast shortly after their TV debut and knew it had potential for them to turn it into a luxury holiday pad to call their own. “What we like to do on a weekend is to pop all…