Innehållsförteckning för Issue 12, 2022 från New Idea

It’s been an incredibly sad week as we come to grips with the unexpected passing of legendary cricketer, Shane Warne. In this issue, we’ve reflected on the incredible feats that defined his career, but also who he was as a person off the field (page 4). And if you want more on Shane, next week a very special, 100-page souvenir issue commemorating his illustrious career will be released. With exclusive photos, the issue celebrates the King of Spin’s contributions to the world of cricket, as well as a look at his life after sport as an esteemed commentator, devoted dad and Aussie icon. It’s available now from Woolworths, Coles and selected newsagents. Vale, Shane Warne – and our deepest condolences to his family and friends.…

Mike Whitney first got to know Shane Warne almost 30 years ago, when he was just starting to show glimpses of the cricket genius he was to become. He even laughs out loud remembering the “tubby kid” with a blond mullet who was like a naughty little brother. “I was Shane’s first roomie on his first overseas trip to Sri Lanka,” he tells New Idea exclusively, explaining the Australian cricket captain at the time, Allan Border, asked him to take the new kid from St Kilda under his wing. “I was 32, Shane was 22. That was Shane’s first overseas trip with the Australian team. He was tubby, had a mullet, ate baked beans and smoked cigarettes. He was a classic, even then. And he never really changed.” Mike, now…

Following her tumultuous break-up with ex, Robert Dulhunty, Deborah Hutton appears more in love than ever with her meditation guru boyfriend, Andrew Marsh. The couple, who have reportedly been dating for more than two years, were snapped packing on the PDA while filling up their car with petrol. Dressed casually in navy jeans and a top, the TV personality couldn’t keep her hands off her man, wrapping her arms around him and sharing a passionate embrace. The pair reportedly met back in 2019, but it wasn’t until late 2021 that Deborah confirmed the relationship. “It’s something that’s really lovely in my life,” she told Stellar at the time. Little more is known about their relationship, as Deborah has remained guarded about the details surrounding her private life after her former…

Congratulations to Edwina Bartholomew on the arrival of her baby boy! The Sunrise presenter and her husband, Neil Varcoe, recently welcomed their second child, son Thomas. The star took to Instagram to share the happy news, much to the delight of fans. “Some small news from our family. Thomas Donald Elliott Varcoe born on the 1st of March, 2022. At such a difficult time for so many, many people, we hope Tom’s little face puts a smile on yours,” the newsreader added. Little Thomas will join his mum and dad at home in Sydney, alongside his adorable 2-year-old sister, Molly.…

Doria Ragland made a surprise appearance at the NAACP Awards in February, alongside her daughter Meghan Markle and son-in-law Prince Harry. While Meghan stunned in a blue gown, Doria stole the show in a Burberry dress, with fans praising the royal-in-law for her composed appearance and ageless looks on social media. But New Idea hears whispers that fellow royal- in-law, Carole Middleton, wasn’t quite as impressed with her appearance. After all, Carole has always been hailed by the media as the perfect mother-in-law, as she never puts a foot wrong while attending events with her daughter, the Duchess of Cambridge. So it wouldn’t be a surprise if she was feeling a little jealous of the attention Doria is getting. “Carole fought long and hard to have her middle-class family truly…

Most Aussies tune in to watch Dancing with the Stars for its wholesome entertainment. However, it seems co-host Sonia Kruger is growing tired of the PG feel, opting instead to turn up the heat when it comes to her All Stars commentary. Over the last few weeks, Sonia has made headlines due to her racy comments, which have even included remarks about Todd McKenney’s dating life. However, it was her recent gaffe about her “safe word” that tipped viewers over the edge. “How are your knees, by the way?” she asked model Kris Smith, before she made reference to her co-host, Daryl Somers. “Do you have a safe word in case things go wrong, like pineapple or Daryl?” She then proceeded to drop the racy gag: “Because my safe word…

During his school days, Morgan Scholes often got teased about his famous father. If he was winning an argument, chances were a classmate would turn around and try to unnerve him by asking: “How can Molly Meldrum be your dad? Everyone knows he’s gay!” Growing up in Molly’s crazy world did have some downsides. But the good times – like a banjo lesson from Sir Paul McCartney – far outweighed the bad for Molly’s adopted son. “I’ve only come to fully appreciate it later in life,” Morgan, whose late mother was close friends with Molly, tells New Idea. “There was always something interesting going on at Molly’s place and it broadened my mind, opened me up to possibilities. “There was a time that Dad apologised to me, said he knew…

DON FINLAYSON Don was the first gay character on Australian TV to be portrayed in a positive light. Played by Joe Hasham, law student Don sparked protests when he came out as gay and gained a same-sex flatmate in 1972. ROBYN ROSS As played by the legendary Carlotta, Robyn was the first transgender character to be seen on Australian TV. Robyn first entered the storyline in 1973 as Arnold Feather’s new girlfriend. She was later revealed to be a transsexual showgirl. ROSE GODOLFUS Played by Vivienne Garrett, Rose was the first woman to appear topless on our screens, when her character was caught having sex in the first episode of Number 96. SONIA FREEMAN Sonia, played by Lynn Rainbow, made history in 1972 when she became the first person to…

‘SEEING THE WATER RISE, HOW HIGH IT GOT … WE WERE SURROUNDED’ As the rain hammered down and the street outside became submerged by water, Felicity Jacques tried not to panic. Thirty-seven weeks pregnant, Felicity was at her mother-in-law’s place in the Brisbane suburb of Toowong with her husband, Alex, 31, and their daughter, Eliza, 2. “Water had completely surrounded the building,” she tells New Idea. “We were like, ‘Oh my God, we’re trapped.’” They’d stayed over the previous evening because it was too dangerous to drive home in the torrential downpour – but the rain showed no sign of relenting. “Once we were flooded in, we knew it could get serious. I had Eliza at 38 weeks and by this point I was 37 weeks. So any little niggle…

A ROYAL CAUSE Crown Princess Mary has been the international patron for Australian children’s charity, the Alannah & Madeline Foundation, since 2005. Speaking to New Idea, a spokesperson for the foundation said: “Children and young people who are being bullied or cyberbullied often don’t tell their parents when something goes wrong at school or online, so it’s important to watch out for the warning signs.” THE SIGNS: · Victims may become upset, anxious or secretive when using digital devices. · Changes in the way they use devices – using them a lot more, a lot less or late at night. · Losing interest in things they used to enjoy. · Showing unexplained or negative changes in their friendship groups. · Displaying problems in schoolwork or getting in trouble at school. · Avoiding going to school or…

“It’s a documentary about formerly incarcerated people being released into Australian family households to give them a better start coming out into the world,” says Danielle, presenter of Life on the Outside. “We follow these amazing personalities and chart their journey, and what it means to have that support and stability, as opposed to being released into society where there is no support whatsoever. This documentary supports them and gives them a better chance of not reoffending – and a better life.”…

FOREST This is an app that rewards every moment you spend away from your device. Whenever you complete a task without being distracted by your phone, open the Forest app and ‘plant a seed’. You can plant another after each task has been done until a tree grows. Forest will then plant a tree in the real world. Genius! forestapp CLEVEREST This simple, free app allows you to set a time when you don’t want to use your phone. While you are away, a cute avatar is ‘fed’. Once you return to your phone after the allotted time, your avatar will tell you how you are doing. cleverestapp.com ANTI-SOCIAL Block any distracting websites such as Facebook and Twitter for an amount of time nominated by you with this handy app.…

Whether you’ve made a pledge to get fit, drop a dress size or simply feel healthier, reaching that goal is a huge achievement. But it’s also just the first step. For lasting results, it’s important to make sustainable changes that will enable you to maintain the results you’ve already achieved. Research shows that people who follow a holistic approach to staying healthy are more likely to experience lasting weight-loss results. Being holistic is also a key part of the philosophy at IsoWhey, which encourages the MEDS principle of Mindfulness, Exercise, Diet and Sleep. By incorporating elements of each of these pillars into your daily routine, you’ll be armed with the tools that you need to continue to make healthy choices for years to come. Here are a few ways to…

READER Q&A Q My son wants to buy a beachside unit with a male friend, but I’ve got a bad feeling about it. What do his stars say? They are talking about getting something in time for summer. MARY, BRISBANE, QLD. A With Saturn moving into your son’s ‘first house’ and Jupiter approaching his chart’s midheaven, your son is ready to step out and take on more responsibility. Winter is likely to bring a rethink, but by late October he should know exactly where things stand. Just suggest that they see a solicitor, so a watertight agreement can be drawn up. Q Should I book a holiday to Fiji for August? It would be with my husband and extended family. CAROL, GOSFORD, NSW. A I wish I could say ‘yes!’,…

Former American Idol judge Paula Abdul certainly has friends in high places! Recently, Paula enjoyed a day out at Disneyland in California with a male friend, who towered over the 1.52-metre star. In fact, as the pair walked, it appeared as though Paula’s pal was literally twice her size! Onlookers say the pair were having a great time during their outing, chatting and laughing together as they visited the different attractions at the park. At one point, Paula challenged one of Disneyland’s beloved characters, Clarabelle Cow, to a dance-off. She sure has the moo-ves!…

1992 Shane made his Test debut for Australia against India at the Sydney Cricket Ground. 1993 During his first Ashes series, Shane bowled the ‘Ball of the Century’, which signalled a revival of leg-spin bowling. 1994 Shane became the first person in 91 years to take a hat-trick in an Ashes series Test match. 1999-2000 Following the retirement of Mark Taylor, Steve Waugh was appointed Australian captain and Shane was promoted to the role of vice-captain. 2000 Shane broke Dennis Lillee’s record to become Australia’s leading Test wicket-taker, with 356 wickets. 2006 In his final Ashes, Shane became the first bowler in the world to take 700 test wickets. 2008 After retiring from Test cricket, Shane continued to play T20 cricket. During his time as captain of the Rajasthan Royals,…

Weeks after Delta Goodrem and her long-term partner, guitarist Matthew Copley, were spotted looking tense, the lovebirds appear to have come full circle! The couple were recently snapped in Sydney enjoying each other’s company, along with Delta’s mother Lea, who appeared in high spirits as she tagged along during the outing. While Delta and Matt have no doubt had their ups and downs, it seems Lea is a strong support for the ‘Born to Try’ singer, who’s preparing for her national tour alongside her boyfriend. “My mum and I have always been incredibly close. When you see us together in a room, there is no denying that we are mother and daughter,” Delta previously shared of her special bond. “Mum epitomises the word mother. Protective, loyal and fierce by nature,…

Dame Julie Andrews has shared her heartbreak over the death of her ex-husband, Tony Walton, who passed away due to a stroke on March 2, 2022. “He taught me to see the world with fresh eyes … I will miss him more than I can say,” Julie, 86, gushed, adding that she always “cherished his warmth and generosity”. The Sound of Music star and Tony, an award-winning costume and set designer best known for his work on The Wiz and Pippin, met at a very young age in performance circles. They married in 1959 and had one daughter together before divorcing in 1967 – but they are reported to have remained close.…

Its celebrity line-up manages to excite audiences year after year, but New Idea can reveal there’s only one star on Channel 7’s SAS that the network is “truly invested in”, and it’s none other than Ant Middleton! The show’s chief instructor, who leads the tough-as-nails Directing Staff (DS), is said to be Channel 7’s “new golden boy”, according to top TV insiders, who exclusively reveal the hunky former soldier is in negotiations to land his own program at the network – outside of the popular reality series. “There’s current negotiations,” dishes an insider, who says Ant has “done very well to impress the bigwigs upstairs”. Interestingly, Ant is said to be their “rising star” and they’re hoping he can attract audiences outside of SAS with a new-look show that will…

After 20 years, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne are leaving LA – and it’s not without a string of deep regrets. The rock’n’roll couple, who celebrate 40 years of marriage this July, are returning home to England, where Ozzy, 73, plans to build a huge studio at their Buckinghamshire mansion, Welders House. “We are leaving,” the Black Sabbath vocalist confirmed recently. “We are a bit sad. But the tax is getting too much.” It’s been two decades of outrageous antics for Sharon and Ozzy, which began with their 2002 reality series, The Osbournes. One of the first of its kind, the show followed Ozzy and Sharon’s dysfunctional life in Beverly Hills, along with their youngest kids Kelly and Jack. Eldest daughter Aimee refused to take part. The Osbournes became the highest-rated…

When the flood-ravaged Northern Rivers region of New South Wales put out a desperate call for help with the herculean clean-up, Hollywood heart-throb Liam Hemsworth and his brother Luke stepped forward. The A-list Aussies weren’t afraid to get their hands dirty as they helped clear rubble and broken possessions from homes that had been devastated by the filthy floodwater. Tennis hero Pat Rafter was also featured in the photographs and, although he wasn’t seen in the images, actor Simon Baker was given an honourable mention. A social media picture was captioned, “They only stopped to pose because the owner wanted a shot. They didn’t want to. The reason I am sharing [sic] as these guys get the media attention that we need, which in turn will make sure no-one forgets…

‘I COULD SHOW THESE KIDS HOW BEAUTIFUL THEY ARE ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE AS WELL’ When mum Kate Stoter discovered teenage girls were being bullied at local schools in her community, it evoked traumatic memories from her own childhood. Kate remembered being teased relentlessly because her parents were divorced, and told she was “poor” – even though she was too young to know what it meant. It brought back the sinking feeling she had in her stomach for years when kids would insult her because of her looks, and the horrific day a boy humiliated her by calling her “ugly” in front of her entire class. Keen to help other victims of bullying, the professional photographer from Cairns, Queensland, reached out to a friend to ask if she could…

Freeform Tomato Gozleme Tart Serves 4, Prep and Cook 1 hour 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, just thawed ½ x 450g punnet medley tomatoes, halved Rocket leaves and lemon wedges, to serve FILLING 250g packet frozen spinach, thawed (see Tip) 250g fresh ricotta 200g firm feta, crumbled ¹/ ³ cup finely grated parmesan 2 green spring onions, finely chopped 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 To make filling, squeeze out excess liquid from spinach. Place spinach in a large bowl with ricotta, feta, 2 tblsps of parmesan, onions and egg. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. 2 Join pastry sheets together, side-by-side, on a large sheet of baking paper, with edges over-lapping by 2cm. Press to seal. Transfer baking paper with pastry onto a large oven tray. 3 Spoon filling…

Chocolate Mud Cakes with Strawberry Ganache Makes 12, Prep and Cook 1 hour, 15 mins 200g dark cooking chocolate, chopped 175g unsalted butter, chopped 1¼ cups firmly packed brown sugar 1¼ cups plain flour 2 tblsps cocoa powder ½ tsp baking powder 2 eggs, lightly beaten STRAWBERRY GANACHE 250g punnet strawberries, hulled, chopped ²/ ³ cup icing sugar mixture 250g packet cream cheese, chopped, at room temperature 1 cup White Choc Melts (150g), melted, cooled Pink food colouring, to tint 1 Grease two 6-hole silicone muffin trays (¹/ ³ -cup capacity). Place on a large oven tray. 2 Combine chocolate, butter, sugar and ¾ cup water in a large saucepan. Stir over a low heat until smooth. Transfer to a large, heatproof bowl. Cool slightly. 3 Add combined flour, cocoa…

GLAMMED-UP WATER BOTTLE WHAT YOU’LL NEED MACHINE AND TOOLS • Cricut Explore Air 2 or Cricut Maker or Cricut Joy• Cricut Design application• Standard Grip Machine Mat – 12” x 12”• Standard Grip Vinyl Transfer Tape – 12” x 48”• Weeder• Scraper MATERIALS • 80504492 CRICUT PREM VINYL HOLO MSIC SLV SQ• 80504482 CRICUT PREM VINYL HOLO MSIC RGD CRCL• Water bottle (we used Oasis 350ml bottle in black and pink) INSTRUCTIONS 1 Go to Cricut Design Space and open canvas. Image search #MF727557 (for mermaid tail image) and #M10791FF8* (for deer). For this project, resize image mermaid tail 3.105 x 5cm and deer head to 3.041 x 5cm. We used rose gold circle mosaic vinyl for mermaid tail and silver square mosaic vinyl for deer head. 2 Select correct…

Katie Holmes wowed New Yorkers earlier this month when she stepped out in a white tuxedo suit, a far cry from the casual streetwear she’s usually seen in. However, friends say it’s not Katie who should get the pat on the back for the outfit – but rather her 15-year-old daughter, Suri! “Suri totally styled her that night,” says an insider. “She’s been at her mum to start glamming herself up, bringing home all kinds of new bags and shoes for her to try on. Suri’s really loving fashion at the moment and what she did to convince her mum to wear those hot pink slingbacks proves she could have a career as a stylist.”…

Mariah Carey suffered a huge legal blow recently after a judge ruled that her brother, Morgan Carey, can proceed with a defamation lawsuit over claims made about him in her headline-making memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey. The 51-year-old was sued for “defamation” and “emotional distress” over suggestions published in the book about Morgan’s involvement in drug dealing, violence and extortion. Hollywood insiders tell New Idea the singer is “devastated” the lawsuit has been permitted to proceed. “She’s going to have to settle this out of court, but there’s no doubt this has totally gotten out of hand,” the insider reveals. “She’s devastated that it’s got so bad with her brother – that relationship is irreparable after this.” The book appears to have ruffled feathers with the Carey family. Just…

‘HARRY AND MEGHAN SEEM TO LIVE SEPARATE LIVES’ It wasn’t long after Prince Harry met Meghan Markle that he began to trade some of his more eyebrow-raising classic English habits for her more clean-cut Californian ones. Namely, he avoided his family’s traditional hunts and adopted a largely vegan diet to appease his animal activist wife. So it was with some surprise recently that onlookers spotted Harry, 37, skulking around the Fort Worth Stockyards in Texas, where the cowboy hat-clad royal was apparently checking out some rodeo action – without his wife. Apparently keen to conceal spending his weekend watching bucking bulls and broncos, officials who’d originally posted on social media about the royal’s VIP visit soon scrubbed the images from the internet once media questions began. Indeed, Stockyards Rodeo secretary…

Olivia may have entered the Married at First Sight experiment with her softly spoken and timid personality – but that side of her is well and truly gone! Thanks to dramatic dinner parties and a fiery couples’ retreat, viewers have seen Olivia, 28, transform into an outspoken and often brutal bride, whose heated arguments with fellow bride Domenica have taken centrestage. Speaking to New Idea, Olivia’s groom, Jackson, 30, rushes to his partner’s defence, insisting Domenica had to be held accountable for speaking out of turn. “Dom needed to be called out,” tells Jackson. “She has a go at everyone’s relationship when hers is the one that needs to be looked at,” he says, although Olivia’s heated approach to the conversation tested their romance. “It’s hard when you both have…

In the ’70s nothing set tongues wagging like Number 96, the racy, sex-and-sin soap that boldly tackled an array of shocking and previously taboo topics – while boasting a cast of colourful, memorable, often outrageous characters. Set in a fictitious Sydney apartment building, Number 96 was an instant ratings smash when it launched 50 years ago. The first episode was sensationally hyped as “the night Australian television lost its virginity”. But for two of the show’s most beloved stars, Elisabeth Kirkby and Wendy Blacklock, it was also a series that changed their lives. As Elisabeth – who played loyal laundrette manager Lucy Sutcliffe – warmly welcomes Wendy to her secluded home that overlooks Sydney’s beautiful Pittwater, there’s hugs, laughs and a sea of fabulous memories shared during New Idea’s exclusive…

Madeleine West was all smiles during an early morning walk in Byron Bay, NSW on February 16 – and it appears Leonardo DiCaprio could be behind the pep in her step! New Idea hears Madeleine, 41, has caught the Hollywood actor’s attention, thanks in large part to her tireless activism work. Last month, Leo, a dedicated climate change activist, posted an Instagram video highlighting the conservation efforts of several organisations Madeleine is involved with. The former Neighbours star founded Help Home Heal, who is committed to planting 100,000 new rainforest trees, and is a spokesperson for ReForest Now. “Thanks Leo for promoting the incredible wildlife sanctuary we are creating,” Madeleine wrote on her own account. “Anything is possible if we work together.” Now, Leo, 47, might be planning a trip…

‘WE FELT LIKE WE MADE A DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE’S LIFE’ When mum Louise Ridlen saw a social media post asking if she would allow a convicted criminal to stay in her home for 100 days as part of a social experiment, she responded unlike most people – with an unwavering “yes”. Growing up with a father who volunteered in Sydney prisons, Louise, 53, had always dreamt of helping people who had ended up on the wrong path in life. As a result, Louise and her two children, Brittany, 26, and Reggie, 22, generously opened up their home to 41-year-old Jeremy, who has spent nearly half his life behind bars. The unlikely housemates cohabited for 100 days, as Jeremy learnt to put his past behind him. Now, they’re one of several…

Thai Chicken Fritters Serves 4, Prep and Cook 35 mins ¾ cup self-raising flour 4 eggs 1 tblsp green curry paste 1 tblsp fish sauce 1 cup (125g) shredded roasted chicken meat 125g can corn kernels, drained 2 green spring onions, thinly sliced ½ cup chopped fresh coriander leaves and stems, plus extra leaves to garnish Vegetable oil, for shallow frying 2 carrots, peeled, shredded 2 tblsps Thai-style salad dressing 1 Place flour in a large bowl. Whisk in combined eggs, paste and sauce. Add chicken, corn, onions and coriander. Season with salt and pepper. Stir until well combined. 2 Heat enough oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Spoon 2 tblsps of the mixture into pan, spreading slightly to form a fritter. Repeat to make…

Caramilk Martini Serves 4, Prep 10 mins 1½ x 180g blocks Caramilk chocolate ²/ ³ cup pure cream ¹/ ³ cup vodka ½ cup Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur 2 cups crushed ice 1 Chop one block of the chocolate into pieces. Place in a microwave-safe bowl with cream. Microwave on High (100%), stirring every 15 seconds, for about 40 to 50 seconds, or until melted. Remove. Cool for 5 minutes. 2 Microwave half the remaining chocolate in a separate microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 10 seconds, for about 30 seconds, or until melted. Pour onto a saucer. 3 One at a time, dip the rims of four martini glasses into the saucer of chocolate. 4 Make chocolate curls from remaining piece of chocolate by dragging a vegetable peeler down one narrow…

We all love our fur babies and want to give them the best care possible. Just like us, it’s important they receive the right nutrients and foods to support a healthy lifestyle. Veterinarian at Black Hawk, Dr Lee Danks, shares diet tips to keep your pup in top shape. IT’S ALL ABOUT BALANCE In order to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle, it’s vital that your four-legged friend is receiving all the vitamins and nutrients they need through a balanced diet. “Food has many intersections with overall health (absence of disease), their behaviour, mental state and environment,” explains Dr Danks. “Dogs have evolved to have very different nutritional needs and digestive tracts from people. Even though they’re a part of our family, we shouldn’t feed them as the same species.…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 Take a step back or your health could suffer. Keeping things simple should save your sanity this month, so rein in those workaholic tendencies and schedule in some downtime – think long lunches or leisurely evening walks and you’ve got the picture. If you’re ready for love, this weekend’s Libra moon might weave a magical spell. Plan something special! LUCKY DAYS: THURSDAY & SATURDAY CANCER JUN 22 – JUL 23 Finding it hard to relax? That adventurous streak might be rearing to go. If you can’t escape the grind, work off some nervous energy by getting physical. Stimulating your mind should also help – think books, films or trivia nights. Anything unusual should appeal this month – if you’ve always wondered about hypnosis or…

LONG LIVE THE KING I wish to commend you on your wonderful article on Prince George, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s son. I think it is great that he is interested in soccer, and the photos you published of him show that he looks like he really knows what he is doing when playing the game. I think it would be great if he could play for England and lead them to victory like kings did with their armies in biblical times! I cannot believe that he is already 8. I can’t wait until he becomes Australia’s next king and hope that we do not become a republic so that I can see it. Long may he live! LOIS MORRISSEY, STRATHDALE, VIC. MERE MALE Elderly MM, who has always…

Britney Spears has seemingly confirmed she’s tied the knot with personal trainer, Sam Asghari. The couple announced their engagement in September, after first meeting in 2016. But recently, Britney referred to Sam as her “husband” on Instagram. The post came as Britney and Sam enjoyed a romantic getaway for his 28th birthday, prompting many of her followers to speculate that they had used the holiday to also exchange vows. It would be the third wedding for Britney, who was previously married to Jason Alexander and Kevin Federline, the latter with whom she shares teen sons Sean Preston and Jayden James. Brit is eager to have a baby with Sam, declaring on Instagram: “I want a family with you!”…