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HELLO! magazine|1851AT HOME IN THE COTSWOLDS WITH DAUGHTERS AFRICA AND GEMMAPENELOPE CHILVERSON STARTING THE FOOTWEAR COMPANY BELOVED BY THE PRINCESS OF WALES‘The Princess is a wonderful endorsem*nt because not only has she got great style, but she’s also been wearing our boots for a long time’Whether she’s pruning the pink roses in her garden or poring over the latest designs for her footwear brand, Penelope Chilvers is never more inspired than when she’s at her Cotswolds home.“It’s the best place for me to think and create,” she tells HELLO! in our exclusive photoshoot and interview. “I’ve got the most incredible view out on to the garden from my desk and I’m away from all the noise in the office. I like to draw my designs, so I’ll lay them out on the floor and move around them, making sure they all work for the collection.“And if I have a creative block,…9 min
HELLO! magazine|1851AS GLAMOROUS GALA MARKS 75 YEARSPRINCE ALBERT AND PRINCESS CHARLENEROYALS AND STARS TURN OUT TO CELEBRATE MONACO RED CROSSIt was a glamorous night at Monte Carlo’s Salle des Etoiles when the principality’s royals joined stars and donors for the annual Monaco Red Cross Ball, marking the gala’s 75th anniversary.Prince Albert, who is president of the Monaco Red Cross, and Princess Charlene, the organisation’s vice president, attended last week’s black-tie gala, which featured a dinner, tombola and concert, plus fireworks set off from the sea.They were joined by Princess Stéphanie of Monaco’s 26-year-old daughter, campaigner and influencer Camille Gottlieb.The trio happily posed together at the event, with Charlene, 46, dazzling in a bespoke white Louis Vuitton gown with a Bardot neckline and a gold belt. She completed her look with a Louis Vuitton Bijou clutch bag and Graff yellow diamond drop earrings, her cropped blonde hair styled in Hollywood…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1851SOPHIE TURNER ROMANCE IS THE PRIZE AS SHE ENJOYS A DAY AT THE POLO WITH NEW LOVE PERRYWith a thriving acting career and as a regular on the award circuit, Sophie Turner is no trophy wife.But the Game of Thrones star is more than happy to hand them out, as she showed while enjoying a day at the polo with boyfriend Peregrine “Perry” Pearson.Sophie, 28, and the 29-year-old aristocrat were spotted soaking up the fun at his family’s Cowdray Estate in West Sussex. They were photographed with their arms around one another as they watched the action at the final of the British Open Polo Championship for the Cowdray Gold Cup.Fast becoming a fixture on Perry’s home turf, Sophie later presented the trophy (below) to the winners, Dubai Polo Team, and individual prizes to all those who took part in the match. She also posed for photos…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851DELPHINE OF BELGIUM PRINCESS IS IN THE PINK — AND RED — FOR NATIONAL DAYMuch of royal life is about heritage and tradition, but there is one Princess who is looking to the fuchsia – and it’s undeniably a bright one.In a standout appearance to celebrate National Day, Princess Delphine of Belgium ensured her official visit to Brussels Cathedral was particularly memorable thanks to her bold outfit choice.The 53-year-old artist daughter of King Albert II, who abdicated in July 2013 in favour of her half-brother King Philippe, demonstrated her eye for colour in a bright pink and red suit, decorated with a butterfly motif.It was created especially for her by Brussels-based couturier Atelier ExC by Ebru Sari, with a matching hat from Elvis Pompilio.In case anyone had any doubt about Delphine’s feelings for the finished result, they were spelled out in block capitals on…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851AS ROLLING STONE’S SON MARRIES IRON MAIDEN STAR’S DAUGHTER TYRONE WOOD AND FAYE HARRIS TIE THE KNOT IN THE ROCK’N’ROLL WEDDING OF THE YEARIt is famous for being the rock’n’roll wedding venue, where stars such as Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and Liam Gallagher have all tied the knot.So it was fitting that the offspring of two global music legends chose that very same spot to say “I do” last week, in a civil ceremony at Old Marylebone Town Hall.Tyrone Wood – the son of Rolling Stones star Ronnie and his former wife Jo – exchanged vows with his girlfriend of two years, Faye Harris, the daughter of Iron Maiden’s bass guitarist Steve and his former wife Lorraine Jury. “It was a magical day with our family and friends in London,” the newlyweds exclusively told HELLO! of their big day.The couple were greeted by their delighted family, including Ronnie’s son Jesse Wood and his…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1851AS EXCITEMENT REACHES FEVER PITCH BEFORE SPORTING STARS TAKE THE STAGE A-LISTER PRELUDE TO THE OLYMPIC GAMES STARS PARTY IN PARIS AS WORLD’S ATTENTION TURNS TO FRANCEIt was the night that Hollywood came to the Olympics. Shortly before the historic sporting tournament got under way in Paris, stars including Charlize Theron, Serena Williams, Zendaya and Snoop Dogg jetted into France to attend the Prelude to the Olympics at the city’s Fondation Louis Vuitton.Looking elegant in a dramatic one-shouldered white mini dress complete with flowing cape, Charlize posed on the red carpet at the glittering event, where singer Tyla performed for guests.The South African-born Oscar-winning actress was one of the co-chairs of the glamorous party, alongside former tennis champion Serena Williams, who wore a sophisticated black suit and waistcoat accessorised with a bright blue handbag and sky-high heels.Euphoria star Zendaya earned fashion plaudits for her black sequinned gown, while Elizabeth Banks donned a quirky mini dress with…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1851SummerSIX TRIAL ISSUES FOR JUST £10SAVE OVER 50% PLUS ENJOY FREE HOME DELIVERYVISIT CHECKOUT.HELLOSUBSCRIPTIONS.CO.UK/QHE724UKOR CALL 01858 438430 QUOTING QHE724UK OR SCAN THE QR CODETerms and conditions: After six-issue trial, payment changes to £45 every six months. Other discounts are available; visit checkout.hellosubscriptions.co.uk/QHE724UK. All offers are for UK residents aged 18 and over only, are for print subscriptions only and not available for digital subscriptions, and are subject to availability. HELLO! or its agents or business partners may contact you about new promotions, products and services. For quality and training, we may monitor communications. For queries about existing subscriptions or new orders, email hello@subscription.co.uk. Existing subscribers can manage or renew online at account.hellosubscriptions.co.uk. The full UK annual subscription rate is £173.40.…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851L♡VESFruits of your labourWith a formula boasting hyaluronic acid, coconut water and wild harvest plum, the Super Fruit Hydrator from Eco by Sonya Driver is a lightweight, vitamin-rich lotion that nourishes and rejuvenates the skin. Oil free and non-comedogenic, apply to a freshly cleansed face in the morning or night to prime and protect the complexion.Eco by Sonya Driver Super Fruit Hydrator, £24.95. Visit ecobysonyadriver.co.ukEco by Sonya Driver Glory Oil, £31.95. Visit ecobysonyadriver.co.ukDermatica Vitamin C 15% Ascorbic Acid cream, £15.50. Visit dermatica.co.ukK18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil, £65. Visit k18hair.co.ukEnviron RAD Antioxidant Sun Cream, £24. Visit environskincare.co.ukMerit Day Glow Highlighting Balm in Solstice, £34. Visit meritbeauty.comPOWERED BY ECO BY SONYA DRIVER…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851AMANDA PROWSEWRITE STUFF‘A publisher loved my first book, but when she kept ringing, I didn’t answer – I thought it was a PPI caller’To her millions of fans, Amanda Prowse is the unrivalled queen of family drama. The most prolific writer of contemporary fiction in the UK, her compelling characters and pacy plots have captured the imagination of readers around the globe.Yet the true story behind the 56-year-old best-selling author’s success is as extraordinary as her spellbinding storylines. As a single mum, she struggled to overcome poverty and was diagnosed with bowel cancer before fulfilling her dream.She is now happily married to Simeon, 57, has two sons, Josh, 28, and Ben, 27, and her new novel Swimming to Lundy is published next week.Here, Amanda, who has homes in Gloucestershire and Devon, tells…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1851WITH A NEW PORTRAIT RELEASED TO CELEBRATE HIS 11TH BIRTHDAYPRINCE GEORGEHOW THE YOUNG ROYAL IS MATURING FAST, WITH FUN AND GAMES BALANCED BY A GROWING PUBLIC ROLEGeorge’s parents are slowly introducing him to life in the spotlightHe is the boy born to be King, and Prince George looks as though he has an eye on the future in a new photograph shared to mark his 11th birthday on 22 July.Taken by his mother the Princess of Wales in Windsor earlier this month, the black-and-white image shows the young Prince looking remarkably grown up in a blazer and an open-necked white shirt.He has a woven friendship bracelet on his left wrist and is the latest royal to be spotted wearing one of the accessories, after Princess Charlotte sported several at Wimbledon and their grandfather the King wore one during his visit to the Channel Islands earlier this month.George is thought to have spent his special day with…6 min
HELLO! magazine|1851SHARON STONE FEELS RIGHT AT HOME AS SHE IS FETED IN SICILYFamously (and unrepentantly) outspoken, actress and activist Sharon Stone opted to say it with flowers during her recent trip to Sicily for the Taormina Film Festival – and won over a whole bunch of fashion fans with her choice.Attending an official photocall, the Oscar-nominated star (right) wore a floor-sweeping, hooded, rose-print satin dress by Italian designer Antonio Marras.The Casino star, 66, was at the festival to participate in a conversation about her career and collect the Golden Cariddi Lifetime Achievement award – which she did wearing another Marras design – on the closing night of the annual event.“I am very happy,” she said in Italian during her acceptance speech. Switching to English, she told the audience: “I would like to say a humble thank you to all the amazing Italian…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851MARKING HER BIRTHDAY IN STUNNING ‘BRIDGERTON’ STYLEJENNIFER LOPEZIS HAVING A BALL DURING HER SUMMER BREAK IN THE HAMPTONS — WITHOUT HUSBAND BEN AFFLECKJennifer Lopez was truly the belle of the ball when she celebrated her 55th birthday by throwing a Bridgerton-themed party in the Hamptons in New York’s Long Island with her closest friends and family, including her mother Guadalupe Rodríguez.“Dearest Gentle Reader… and a splendid evening was had by all,” wrote Jennifer on Instagram in the manner of the programme’s resident gossip Lady Whistledown, sharing a video montage of photographs showing herself wearing an off-the-shoulder golden gown.Jennifer, whose birthday fell on 24 July, looked stunning in an embroidered dress by Indian designer Manish Malhotra. The gown, which featured a custom corset, Victorian skirt and vintage brocade, took 40 artisans 3,490 hours to make. “Its floral sequin motif is illuminated by over half a million crystals,” Manish wrote on social media.THE FULL…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1851LOVING LIFE IN MARBELLA EVA LONGORIA BASTON HOSTS HER GLITZY STAR-STUDDED GALAEva Longoria Bastón made a star turn as hostess during two days of glitzy fundraisers for non-profit organisation the Global Gift Foundation last week.Along with her friend, fellow actress and producer María Bravo, she launched the Global Gift Gala in Marbella 12 years ago and has since helped it expand to cities from London to Dubai.This year’s extravaganza on the Costa del Sol drew an impressive list of VIP guests, who tested their skills during the Star Padel Slam – Eva adores the sport – before partying at two glamorous soirées to benefit Casa Angeles, a local day centre for children with special needs.Amid the action, Eva, 49, talked to HELLO!, telling us about her longtime passion for philanthropy as well as her beautiful beachfront pad in Marbella, where she…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1851A TOWER OF STRENGTH FOR KATE, WILLIAM AND THE KING ZARA TINDALL HOW THE ROYAL MUM OF THREE HAS A PIVOTAL ROLE SUPPORTING THE ROYAL FAMILYFrom the moment she was born, she was given the freedom to choose her own future path by her mother, then Princess Anne, who rejected titles for both her children.It has allowed Zara Tindall to pursue her sporting and commercial career and enjoy a more relaxed and private life than that of her cousin the Prince of Wales.She has come to the fore over the last few months, as a tower of strength for the royals during one of the most challenging times for the family.Zara has also been visibly lending her support to Prince William, most noticeably wrapping a comforting arm around him at Royal Ascot in June.And after warmly embracing the future King, she then linked arms with him as they caught up in the Parade Ring.A LIFETIME…8 min
HELLO! magazine|18517 DAYSAMANDA HOLDEN‘Terror’ as daughter Lexi falls ill with E. coliAmanda Holden has spoken about the “terrifying” moment her 18-year-old daughter Lexi was taken to hospital with a life-threatening E. coli infection.Hoping to help raise awareness, the Britain’s Got Talent star, 53, said Lexi had been battling painful stomach cramps and bloating during her A-level exams. Tests showed she had infected “VTEC E.Coli, a very harmful strain of bacteria”.Lexi became so ill she was rushed to hospital after a doctor warned she was “in danger of contracting sepsis”. She was kept in for five days, with Amanda and her husband Chris by her side.Amanda now believes Lexi contracted the infection from a bag of pre-washed lettuce, but says: “Right now, she is doing so much better.”THE DUKE OF SUSSEXCelebrates Birmingham’s Invictus…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1851INVITING US TO HER BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HOMEELEANOR FRANCHITTION SADDLING UP FOR A GOOD CAUSE AT THE MARKEL MAGNOLIA CUPFor a decade, Eleanor Franchitti has followed her motor racing commentator husband Dario around the globe, and carried his helmet as he competed himself in races across Europe and the US.Despite having retired from motor racing 11 years ago after fracturing his spine and suffering concussion, four-time IndyCar Series champion Dario, 51, returned to the sport in 2019, taking part in the Goodwood Revival and becoming a regular at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. But now Eleanor, 41, a hedge fund executive who shares her husband’s love of speed, has taken over the reins and signed up to ride a racehorse at Glorious Goodwood this week.“I was on the phone to Dario and he asked: ‘Where are you going?’ and I replied: ‘I’m going to Goodwood.’” she says with a…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1851STRAIGHT talkingWhen we catch up with doctor and author Dr Zoe Williams, it is almost eight months since she decided to embrace a more nomadic life with her husband Stuart McKay and three-year-old son Lisbon (together, facing page).They made the move in order to live more consciously, after getting caught in the monotony of city life. “It feels like a long time since we left in December last year, and that’s because we’re not going through our day on autopilot any more,” she explains.“We’re awake, we’re alive. We’re in a new culture, figuring out everything from new supermarkets to driving on the other side of the road. Your brain is just more switched on and aware.”As part of her new start, Zoe decided to try Invisalign clear aligners to straighten her…6 min
HELLO! magazine|1851DON’T MISS THIS WEEK…MUSICAL A CHORUS LINEThe award-winning musical about a group of performers hoping to land a spot in a Broadway musical comes to London during its UK tour. First performed in 1975, A Chorus Line has remained beloved by musical theatre fans and is full of earworm hits and fabulous choreography.From 31 July-25 August at Sadler’s Wells Theatre; visit londontheatredirect.com.FILM MOUNTAIN QUEEN: THE SUMMITS OF LHAKPA SHERPAThis remarkable film about the first Nepali woman to summit Mount Everest follows the life of Lhakpa Sherpa from her humble beginnings to migrating to the US and becoming a single mother to two daughters. An incredible tale of resilience and a refusal to give up.Out on Netflix on 31 July.PLAY WHEN IT HAPPENS TO YOUFrom author Tawni O’Dell comes a tale of love and…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1851REVEALING NEW PLANS AS SOVEREIGN GRANT REPORT IS RELEASEDTHE KINGPUTS SUSTAINABILITY AT THE HEART OF OPERATIONSThe King is converting his two Bentley state limousines to run on biofuel and plans to turn the fleet electric in the future, while solar panels have been installed on the roof of Windsor Castle as part of a drive to reach net zero.Among other measures said to have been inspired by His Majesty, gas lanterns at Buckingham Palace are being repurposed with specially designed electrical fittings to preserve their historic look and glow.And the royal family plan to use more sustainable air fuel (SAF) for travel, with a temporary SAF tank being installed at RAF Odiham in Hampshire, where the King’s helicopters are based.Ac cording to the annual Sovereign Grant Report, two new Agusta Westland AW139 helicopters have been bought to replace the 15-year-old Sikorskys currently in use, with…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1851KATE BECKINSALE SHIMMERS AS KYLIE SIZZLES AT SUMMER GALAIf there is one person guaranteed to put the fun in fundraising, it’s Kate Beckinsale. The Last Days of Disco actress was among VIPs attending the Summer Gala hosted by charitable organisation Gala One, where highlights included a charity auction and a performance by Kylie Minogue (inset above).Kate (right), one of the chairs of the gala, joined the likes of singer Camila Cabello and photographer Ellen von Unwerth at the exclusive Golf Club Saint-Tropez in the South of France.In addition to dancing and singing along to Kylie’s set, Kate took to the stage to talk about the causes being supported – including Amend, an organisation dedicated to safer transport in developing countries, and the One Drop foundation, which provides access to safe water.Kate’s appearance came after she wrapped her latest…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851ENJOYING A WELL-DESERVED BREAK CELEBRITIES ON HOLIDAY SUMMER IS IN FULL SWING AS A-LISTERS SIZZLE ON BEACHES AND YACHTSGolden beaches and sparkling waves proved to be irresistible for A-list stars last week. Making the most of the hot weather, sunkissed celebrities flocked to some of the world’s most picturesque holiday spots as they took time out of their busy schedules.On the Balearic island of Formentera, Lila Moss took a dip in the sea in a flattering black bikini while holidaying with her supermodel mother Kate.Orlando Bloom showed off his sporty side as he rode a motorised surfboard in the French resort of St Tropez; the actor has been travelling around Europe with fiancée Katy Perry and their daughter Daisy Dove.Meanwhile, singer Rita Ora was living la dolce vita in Italy. The Masked Singer judge shared images on social media, modelling a tiny brown bikini as she took in…2 min
HELLO! magazine|1851DIVING INTO A NEW ROLE AT THE OLYMPICS REBECCA ADLINGTON OUR COLUMNIST ON HER SPORTY KIDS AND TEAM G.B.’S MEDAL HOPESFormer swimmer Rebecca Adlington knows all too well the nerves and anticipation that Team GB’s athletes will be feeling as the excitement over Paris 2024 reaches boiling point.The Olympic Games kicked off with a triumphant opening ceremony in the French capital last week, firing the starting gun on two weeks of nail-biting sporting action between the world’s top competitors.Two-time gold medallist Rebecca – known to all as Becky – will be there as part of the BBC’s swimming coverage. And she’ll also be HELLO!’s Olympic Games columnist, bringing you all the action and highlights.In her first column, the 35-year-old tells us how she’s been preparing for the big event, how her husband Andy Parsons and their children – Summer, nine, and Albie, three – are navigating the busy period and…6 min
HELLO! magazine|1851AS SHE GOES FOR DRESSAGE GOLD AT THE PARIS GAMES LOTTIE FRY ON RIDING HIGH THANKS TO SPECIAL MEMORIES OF HER OLYMPIAN HERO MUM LAURACompeting at the Paris Olympics on her horse Glamourdale, Charlotte Fry will be thinking of her mother Laura, a former Olympic dressage rider.Ever since losing her mum to breast cancer in 2012, when Laura was 45 and she was 16, the equestrian has worn a keepsake around her neck to keep her memory close.“She’s always on my mind,” says Charlotte – known to all as Lottie. “I have a photo of her in my locket and it’s on me all the time so she’s always there.” Laura represented the UK in dressage at the Barcelona Olympics in 1992 and, says Lottie: “It’s a big inspiration for me to carry on her legacy and hopefully make her proud. The biggest things she taught me were her work ethic, approach to horses…4 min
HELLO! magazine|1851Dressage star Charlotte Dujardin out of OlympicsSix-time Olympic dressage medallist Charlotte Dujardin pulled out of the Paris Games last week – and has been given a six-month provisional suspension – after a video emerged of her repeatedly whipping a horse during a training session.She has also been provisionally suspended by British Equestrian and British Dressage while an investigation by governing body the International Federation for Equestrian Sports takes place.The video, which was broadcast on ITV’s Good Morning Britain, shows Charlotte using a long whip to hit the legs of a horse she is training.In a statement Charlotte, 39, said: “A video has emerged from four years ago which shows me making an error of judgement during a coaching session.“Understandably, the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) is investigating and I have made the decision to withdraw…1 min
HELLO! magazine|1851AS ‘COBRA KAI’ RETURNS FOR A NEW SERIESRALPH MACCHIOON BRINGING THE KARATE KID TO A NEW GENERATION AND WHO THE REAL HERO OF HIS FAMILY ISIn 1984, Ralph Macchio won our hearts playing 17-year-old Daniel LaRusso in martial arts blockbuster The Karate Kid. Forty years later, at the age of 62, Ralph is starring in Netflix’s Cobra Kai, the TV series sequel to the original film.Here, Ralph, who is married to Phyllis Fierro and is father to Julia, 32, and Daniel, 28, tells how he plans to continue martial arts, has filmed a new Karate Kid and is finally becoming cool to his kids…Ralph, how would you have reacted if someone told you you’d still be playing Daniel LaRusso in 2024?“I would have thought they were crazy. No way! Filming the first movie, I remember hoping it would just turn out well.“The moment I knew maybe we had something special was after it was previewed…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1851BEAUTY NEWSSTAR SKINWhen we catch up with Peter Thomas Roth at Claridge’s in London to discuss his eponymous skincare line and its celebrity partnership with Kyle Richards, star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, he is full of appreciation for the pomp and pageantry of the UK.“It’s my first time in London for like eight years, and it’s really working for me,” says the New Yorker. “Yesterday, I was a guest of Lady (Wilnelia) Forsyth at Ascot, which was fantastic. It was Ladies’ Day and I saw King Charles and Queen Camilla go by. And today I happened to see Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan leaving the hotel on their way to a state banquet at Buckingham Palace. The crown jewels were glistening!”But we are here to discuss…3 min
HELLO! magazine|1851CLUB MEDWhile he appears regularly on TV food favourites such as Saturday Kitchen, Sunday Brunch and MasterChef, Ben Tish’s day job as chef director of Cubitt House is full on – and no two days are the same, as he explains: “I look after the food and kitchens of our eight food-focused pubs/hotels. Each site is different and has different menus that the head chef looks after, with me inputting and directing.” His days are varied and see him involved with events, marketing activity, PR, strategy and everything else. But Ben, who lives in East London with his wife Nykeeta and French bulldogs, still found the time to explore his favourite regions of the Mediterranean for his latest book, Mediterra: Recipes from the Islands and Shores of the Mediterranean.Ben, is there…7 min
HELLO! magazine|1851DREAM ESCAPESTinosSTAYOne of the most hotly anticipated hotel openings of the summer is the architecturally impressive Odera on Tinos. The airy rooms (1) feature beamed ceilings and chunky wooden tables strewn with locally crafted objets, while many open out onto their own sunken infinity pool (3). Between sunbathing sessions at the private beach club there are all manner of artisan-led workshops, sure to deepen your appreciation for Tinos’s rich heritage.TASTEAmid the cobbled streets of the island’s main town you’ll find a handful of laid-back but buzzy spots for iced frappés by day and co*cktails come golden hour. Halaris pastry shop offers koulourakia cookies and soft Tinian bread, or head to the village of Kardiani and O Ntinos to enjoy refined Greek classics on a stone-paved patio that looks out to the…2 min
