Table of contents for 25-Mar-2019 in Now

Arg admitted that he looked just like Mrs Doubtfire During a romantic trip to Paris in an attempt to rekindle his relationship with girlfriend Gemma Collins, James ‘Arg’ Argent was trolled after being papped in a rather unflattering outfit. The TOWIE star was seen wearing a red cardi teamed with a clutch bag and glasses. Luckily, Arg, 31, found it amusing, joining the trolls on Instagram by posting a snap of himself and the character Mrs Doubtfire (made famous by the late Robin Williams), saying, ‘I thought it looked good in the mirror!’ David got pranked Ever the joker, last week The Late Late Show host James Corden played a trick on David Beckham – leaving the retired footballer rather unimpressed. James, 40, arranged it so David had to unveil…

When Mark, 32, moved back to the UK to be with wife Michelle, 31, if he did so to put his relationship above his career, it would have been a real statement of commitment. We asked Judi James to tell us if Michelle looks like she’s the cat that’s got the cream – or has the time apart made them out of sync? PLAYFUL APPROVAL Michelle and Mark look expressive and playful here. Michelle pulls a fun, cheesy smile for the cameras with a restraining arm around Mark’s waist. He leans forward, face-checking her, grinning widely with the kind of raised cheeks and narrowed eye expression that signals genuine approval. HANDS ON HER MAN This is a cute pose from Mark, with his head tilted and dipped slightly to suggest…

Lauren’s mystery man WHEN: 8 MARCH WHERE: MAYFAIR, LONDON Is Lauren Goodger officially off the market? If these photos are anything to go by, the former TOWIE star might be dating again. Last week, the 32-year-old was seen leaving London’s Maddox Club with a mystery man. The pair went to lengths to avoid being seeing together as they left the venue’s emergency exit in the early hours of the morning. However, they were spotted getting into a Mercedes – which just so happened to have a rose lying on the dashboard. Looks like Lozza’s found herself a gentleman this time! Kim and Kanye are late to the wedding! WHEN: 9 MARCH WHERE: NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA We’re starting to think Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s friends should probably just…

Broody Kate? WHEN: 12 MARCH WHERE: SOUTH LONDON The Duchess of Cambridge had the look of love in her eyes last week when she visited a children’s centre in Lambeth, south London. Kate – who is mum to Prince George, five, Princess Charlotte, three, and 10-month-old Prince Louis – couldn’t stop smiling as she bonded with the youngsters at the Henry Fawcett Children’s Centre, and shared stories about her own kids with the mums. It comes only weeks after the 37-year-old revealed she’s ‘broody’ during her tour of Ireland, as she admitted husband William ‘might be slightly worried!’ You’d better get ready, Wills – it doesn’t look like Kate is giving up on baby number four! Kirsty’s back on the road WHEN: 12 MARCH WHERE: ASCOT, BERKS Kirsty…

When you hear the catchphrase ‘No likey, no lighty!’ you instantly think of Lancashire’s finest Paddy McGuinness. Not only is the Take Me Out host funny, he’s got a handful of showbiz pals, a beautiful family – wife Christine and their children, five-year-old twins Penelope and Leo and Felicity, two – and last week he landed the prestigious team captain role on Celebrity Juice, replacing Fearne ‘Giant Nostrils’ Cotton. He’s sought after, so what’s his secret? We caught up with the comedian-turned-TV presenter ahead of his new BBC1 game show Catchpoint to find out. Hi, Paddy! Tell us about your new show… It’s so simple. It’s just answering questions and catching balls, as totally mad as that sounds. The questions could be as random as ‘which of these breeds of…

2011 TOWIE The 38-year-old first burst onto our screens as a bubbly car sales woman. She instantly became a hit on the show for her one-liners, including that time she told her current boyfriend James ‘Arg’ Argent that he ‘ain’t ever gonna get this candy’. 2014 Splash! Gem was kicked off the diving show in week one, but she didn’t mind, declaring, ‘That’s the best news I’ve heard all day.’ The exit came just after she was left with painful bruising on her chest, due to hitting the water hard while diving. Ouch! 2014 I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Her diva ways kicked in even before arriving in camp, as she had a meltdown in the helicopter. Gem left after three days, saying, ‘Murderers get treated better…

Gemma Arterton Gem was in Dior on the front row for Paris Fashion Week, but you can steal her spring style for under £20! Hayley Hasselhoff We’re definitely into Hayley’s double denim look – using a shirt dress as an alternative to a jacket is perfect for spring. Emma Bunton Looking a bit of all white, Spice Girl Emma rocks this tuxedo dress on the red carpet – and her new pink hair gets a yes from us. Ferne McCann Mum and TV personality Ferne takes on the 70s wide-leg trousers trend and looks amazing. We love the see-through sandals, too. Emily Atack The actress is working all the trends with this floral, animal-print and asymmetric dress from her new collaboration with In The Style.…

HEADBAND REVIVAL Coco Chanel brought headbands into the fashion spotlight back in the 1920s, the 1960s matched them with big hair and heavy eyeliner, they glittered their way onto the 1970s scene, and the 1990s headband? Well, that’s something best forgotten! Today, they’re back with an elegant twist. Choose from a thin style like Blake Lively, the perfect accompaniment to an up-do, or match a twisted or knotted fabric one with undone hair to keep things bang on trend. TRY A BANDANA This year, bandanas come with a Jourdan Dunn-esque edge of cool. Not only are they supermodel-approved, they’re great for keeping your hair out of your face during a hot day on holiday or while sweltering on the commute. Pile your curls on top of your head with a…

Hi guys! This week I want to talk about Naomi Campbell and Liam Payne’s relationship. It was reported that they couldn’t keep their hands off each other at a recent Formula E event, however, weren’t photographed on the red carpet together. In my opinion, this is a wise move from the couple. Keeping their relationship out of the public eye gives them time to explore their new romance. It also helps to keep the pressure off and means that the opinions of others won’t be a factor. The other reason is that if things to go wrong and they go their separate ways, they can do so on their own terms, and without the whole world knowing about it. Dear Annabelle, My new man knows literally nothing about sex, but…

HEIGHT: 5ft 3in WEIGHT: ‘Around 9st, but I don’t bother with the scales. It’s how my clothes fit that’s important!’ SIZE: 10 Hey, Anna! What’s your favourite way to keep fit? I enjoy the HIIT (high intensity interval training) class at my gym – it’s fast, furious and makes me sweat! How do you motivate yourself? I do find it tough. Being a working mum makes it tricky to get to the gym, but I take it in turns with my husband to go as working out is important to my mental health as well as physical. It keeps me chilled and happy. What’s your workout playlist? I’m not very cool – I have a 90s Ministry of Sound album I crank up to max on the running machine. Any…

THEN William Shatner played Captain Kirk in the original Star Trek series (1966-1969) and in seven Star Trek films. He also played the lead in the 1980s TV cop drama, TJ Hooker. NOW William, 87, makes a cameo appearance in The Big Bang Theory this week. He turns up at a science show, much to the delight of sci-fi nerds Amy and Sheldon! Later, Sheldon discovers William is having a secret Dungeons & Dragons game with other celebrities, so tries his best to join them.…

The Prince’s Trust Awards WHEN: 13 MARCH WHERE: LONDON PALLADIUM HRH The Prince of Wales attended his annual Prince’s Trust Awards where he was joined by a star-studded line-up. Luke Evans, Brian May, Laura Whitmore, Katherine Kelly, Tinie Tempah, Anne-Marie, Maya Jama, Michael McIntyre, and Kate Garraway were among those at the ceremony, hosted by Phillip Schofield and Fearne Cotton. Prince’s Trust Ambassadors Ant & Dec and Joanna Lumley made special video appearances and BRIT Award winner Tom Walker performed. The TRIC Awards WHEN: 12 MARCH WHERE: GROSVENOR HOUSE, PARK LANE, LONDON TV and radio stars got together for the Television and Radio Industries Club’s annual awards, which celebrates its 50th year. Among those honoured were EastEnders stars Danny Dyer and Kellie Bright, the cast of Strictly for Best Reality…

‘Prince William’s bodyguards almost rugby tackled me!’ I’ve performed in front of the Royal Family a few times, especially Charles – who is a member of The Magic Circle. But last year, I did a show at the Roundhouse in Camden and got Prince William involved. I had contacted the Palace beforehand to ask for permission, but I didn’t get a reply, so I assumed that didn’t necessarily mean no, and invited him on stage. When I introduced the trick, which involved a big sword, I could see a lot of big muscly men, wondering if they should rugby tackle me off the stage. Funny thing is, Prince William is very tall, so if there was any kind of drama he could have beaten me up all by himself! Not…

Katie Price has always been famed for her petite waist, but last week while holidaying in Thailand she showed off a fuller figure. ‘I hate myself and I hate my body’ During the recent break with on-off boyfriend Kris Boyson, the mum-of-five appeared relaxed as she turned up for a foot massage, despite being slammed by a judge for a ‘lack of respect’ after choosing to stay basking in the sun rather than turning up in court to face two counts of threatening behaviour against her estranged husband Kieran Hayler’s new girlfriend Michelle Pentecost. The new pictures come after the 40-year-old previously made a frank admission about her body. ‘I hate myself and I hate my body,’ she said. ‘I’ve put on weight, I just hate it. I just look…

‘I felt uncomfortable all the time’ Back in high school, I’d always been what most people would consider a ‘normal’ size. But after I graduated at 18, things started to go downhill. A couple of bad relationships and difficulty finding a job meant I turned to food for comfort. I was eating when I was happy and when I was sad. It was all junk food too – I couldn’t get enough of fried chicken and I loved tubs of ice cream. Then, doctors diagnosed me with a binge eating disorder. Here’s how, with two years of hard work, I learnt to look after my body again... September 2016 I’m still shocked by the doctor’s diagnosis, but in all honesty, it makes sense. I’ve used any occasion in the past…

Way back in 2002, when reality TV was still a relatively new phenomenon, Big Brother produced one of our most successful stars, Jade Goody. She was a dental nurse from Bermondsey who’d had the kind of tough childhood most of us are lucky enough to only read about. From the age of five, Jade had to care for her mum, Jackiey Budden, after a motorcycle accident left Jackiey blind in one eye and with one arm paralysed. Jade’s dad Andrew was a heroin addict, who was in and out of prison before his death in 2005. So for Jade, going on Big Brother wasn’t a get-rich-quick scheme, it was an escape from her harsh reality. And, against the odds, she did manage to outlast the usual 15 minutes of fame…

As I stared at my computer screen, manically typing an email with one hand and sipping a mug of strong coffee with the other, I sighed. It was October 2017 and I’d been working my way up in the recruitment world for just over four years. But with more responsibility came added pressure, tighter deadlines and more stress. ‘I suffered depression and anxiety’ Most evenings, I’d collapse on the sofa with a ready meal – too tired to see friends. I’d been diagnosed with depression and anxiety and took pills to get through the day. Now, as I swallowed my coffee, my stomach churning at every new message that appeared in my inbox, I decided enough was enough. Sending one last email – announcing my resignation – I grabbed my…

SPOIL HER! This Mother’s Day, why not treat your special lady? It could be something as extravagant as a trip to a fancy spa or something as simple as a new lipstick to make her smile. We’ve taken our cues from some of our favourite celeb mums and mums-to-be (like Emma, Rosie and Meghan) and rounded up the treats they love. We think your ma will enjoy them, too. So to all the mums out there, this is for you! Catch up and spend quality time with your mother over a box set or movie! GET THE LOOK Showing Mum you care doesn’t have to cost a lot! Make her a tea or pour some fizz! THE NEW MUM Feeling washed out? The Nouveau LVL treatment is ace. This ‘length-volume-lift’…

The soap star recently announced she’s pregnant with Strictly pro boyfriend Gorka Márquez’s baby – and we’ve been doing a celebratory salsa ever since. But what’s more heartwarming is Gemma’s honesty about her pregnancy body changes. The 34-year-old revealed, ‘My bra size has increased two cup sizes, my cellulite has increased and I’ve counted a few extra stretch marks on my ass – but I actually love my body more than ever!’ We’re all about this self-love, but it’s also hugely beneficial for your body and your baby, too. ‘It sounds silly but many women don’t realise the importance of giving their baby bump lots of TLC,’ says Angela Spencer, founder of Babyopathy. ‘Your body works hard to nurture the life inside you. You’re your baby’s protector and sensory cocoon.…

1 Squat jump How Start off in a deep squat pose, then jump, maintaining squat position when landing. Why ‘This will activate quads and glutes far more than regular skipping,’ explains Vicki Anstey, founder of London’s Barreworks.co.uk. 2 Single leg hop How Skip for 30 seconds using just one leg, then switch legs. Why ‘It’s great for testing single leg strength,’ says Vicki. ‘You will be really challenging foot and ankle stability and your calves especially will be supercharged.’ 3 Jumping jacks How Skip as you would normally, but alternate your feet in and out with each jump, a bit like a star jump. Why: ‘This really gets your heart rate up and your brain has to work hard to co-ordinate yourself,’ says Vicki. 4 Double under How Jump high…

Breakfast 350 cals Scrambled eggs and tomato on granary toast with a cup of tea and water ASHTON SAYS: Scrambled eggs taste amazing, but be aware of how much butter you use when you’re cooking them. Lunch 500 cals Jacket potato with tuna ASHTON SAYS: This can be a great meal, but not if you add loads of mayo to the tuna. If you need to keep calories lower, choose a low-fat mayo. Dinner 550 cals Pesto salmon, rice, broccoli and roasted asparagus ASHTON SAYS: Salmon is a fantastic fish and I like the use of pesto here to add some flavour. Again, be wary of how much you use. Adding too many sauces can be the undoing of an otherwise good diet. Snacks 70 cals A mini Babybel ASHTON…

LOUISE REDKNAPP She looked like… THEN Brunette beauty After finding fame with pop group Eternal back in 1992, Louise’s natural locks were a darker shade of brown and she wore very little make-up. NOW ‘Bronde’ bombshell The 44-year-old may not be as young in years now, but she still looks radiant with sun-kissed skin and blonde highlights. She was saying... THEN  On her marriage to ex-footballer Jamie, she gushed back in 2012, ‘I remind myself that I’m lucky, that if you strip away everything – the celebrity, the fame – and look at what’s left, we’ve got a good relationship. We’re mates. All the other stuff doesn’t last.’ NOW  After their break-up in 2017, she confessed, ‘You have a family to look after, you’re running a household, your career path…

This time last year you couldn’t even imagine Declan Donnelly presenting I’m a Celebrity without Ant McPartlin. But, after Ant’s drink-driving arrest and time in rehab, Holly Willoughby was forced to step in and save the day. It’s now been confirmed Ant, 43 will take his place next to Dec, also 43, when another bunch of stars head Down Under in November, and not everyone is happy about it. One fan wrote online, ‘Won’t be watching. Do not agree with Ant being treated like TV royalty. Cannot believe ITV’s giving him his job back. Shame on them.’ Another said, ‘People have very short memories, people are fickle.’ And a third added, ‘I can honestly admit, Holly’s fresh addition to the show pulled me in last year after becoming disenfranchised by…

Lauren Goodger She previously accused Kim Kardashian of copying her style, after the mum-of-three wore a similar outfit to her, and it looks like Lauren’s coming for Kim’s crown for the ‘biggest behind’ now. The 32-year-old paraded her favourite ass-et while on holiday in Dubai last month. However, fans weren’t convinced by the junk in her trunk, with many accusing her of having bum implants. So what’s the bottom line when it comes to the reality star’s derrière? Despite admitting to having a boob job and lip fillers in the past, Lauren has always insisted that her booty is natural, telling Now earlier this year, ‘I’m so flattered that everyone thinks I’ve had bum implants but, alas, it’s all mine.’ Chloe Ferry The Geordie Shore favourite wasted no time showing…

• ‘Where’s East Angular? I thought that was abroad.’ Jade’s understanding of geography wasn’t her strong point. • ‘Rio de Janeiro. Ain’t that a person?’ Neither was her knowledge of famous people – or capitals. • ‘Hola, Bonjour!’ This was her response when asked if she knew any Spanish. • ‘What’s asparagus? Do you grow it?’ Clearly not a foodie, then. • ‘It’s Mona Lisa who’s symmetrical, innit?’ Her take on one of the world’s most famous subject in art. • ‘In an ideal world, I’d like to have something done where they sort out my brain. I have the correct wires, but they just need rewiring and sorting out.’ She was truly one of a kind.…

NEON LIGHTS Vicky Pattison has launched a new collection with Goddiva and it really packs a punch, with zesty hues and figure-flattering cuts. Tapping into the neon trend, the reality TV star has injected her fun personality into the range, teaming floor-length dresses with flirty leg splits and statement bow details for one super-playful line. Available from goddiva. co.uk, sizes 6-16. The beauty buzz: Hair mist Molton Brown has released its new Suede Orris collection, which includes a gorgeous hair mist for a long-lasting aroma. N BROWN So NOW! HOME SWEET HOME From bedding to crockery, ASOS’ new homeware line will have your abode looking as chic as your clothes. ALL EARS Sleek and elegant, huggie hoops – small earrings that fit snugly around the lobes – are the new…

1 MOLTON BROWN DELICIOUS RHUBARB AND ROSE SCENTED CANDLE, £39, JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS. FILL YOUR MUM’S HOME WITH THE ZESTY AROMAS OF GRAPEFRUIT, RHUBARB AND ROSE. 2 HERBIVORE CALM SOAKING SALTS, £16. SHAKE TO WAKE THESE LUXURIOUS BATH SALTS AND LET YOUR MA RELAX LIKE SHE’S AT A LUXURY SPA. 3 YVES SAINT LAURENT BLACK OPIUM FLORAL SHOCK EAU DE PARFUM, £54 FOR 30ML. THIS SCENT CONTAINS A UNIQUE ICED-COFFEE ELEMENT TO HELP BRING YOUR MUM BACK TO LIFE! 4 SANCTUARY SPA WET SKIN MOISTURE MIRACLE, £8, BOOTS BUSY MUMS DON’T ALWAYS HAVE TIME TO MOISTURISE, BUT THIS BODY LOTION CAN BE APPLIED TO WET SKIN STRAIGHT OUT OF THE SHOWER.…

1 You’ll come together Ah, doggy style. No, we don’t mean Snoop Dogg’s debut album. Which, by all accounts (well, Wikipedia) contained some rather distinctive vocal flow. We’re talking about going at it on all fours like those chimps from Attenborough’s Dynasties . What a series. ‘It’s the position most likely to help couples orgasm together,’ says Lovehoney sex expert Sammi Cole. Great. Because sex without an orgasm is like picking the egg sandwich in a Tesco meal deal. Not. Really. Worth. It. 2 He’ll turn animalistic Men love doggy. It’s actually official. People have done research and everything*. So, while your other half might not usually cast a vote, he’ll have his hairy mitts in the air for this one. ‘For men, it allows for deep penetration and a…

BEST FOR: A BARGAIN TREAT Neem & Tee Tree Face Mask, £5, Morrisons Purifying and clarifying for oily skin. Scented with tea tree, sweet almond and peppermint oils. BEST FOR: LOOKING FABULOUS HoMedics Blossom Mini Facial Silicone Cleanser, £14.99, Boots The sonic vibration gives an invigorating massage for amazing skin. BEST FOR: LOVERS OF CHOCOLATE Ombar’s Chocolate Gift Box, £8.99, ombar.co.uk This chocolate is organic, vegan and fair trade, so no need for Mum to feel guilty! BEST FOR: BANISHING STRESS Wax Lyrical Calm Candle, £16, Bensons for Beds Perfect for helping unwind after a long day.…

Make butterfly fairy cakes like Fearne Cotton’s TAKES: 25 mins MAKES: 12 ENJOY: As a nostalgic treat YOU WILL NEED 125g unsalted butter, softened 125g caster sugar 2 eggs 125g self-raising flour 1tsp vanilla extract FOR THE BUTTERCREAM 60g unsalted butter, softened 100g icing sugar 1tsp vanilla extract 3tbsp seedless raspberry jam A packet of silver balls or sprinkles, to decorate 1 Pre-heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Then line a 12-hole muffin tin with individual paper cases. 2 In a bowl, whisk together the butter and sugar until pale and light. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Fold in the flour and vanilla extract. Divide the mixture between the paper cases. 3 Bake in the oven for 12-15 mins, until golden and slightly…

SHOW OF THE WEEK VICTORIA Sunday, 9pm, ITV Jenna Coleman and Tom Hughes return as Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in the third series of the historical drama. It’s now 1848 and as Victoria expects her sixth child, rioting on streets of London puts the queen and her family in danger. Dealing with this crisis is Prime Minister John Russell (John Sessions), who often clashes with maverick Foreign Secretary Lord Palmerston (Laurence Fox). GEEKY COMEDY DEAD PIXELS Thursday, 9.30pm, E4 Former Skins actor Will Merrick and ex-Call the Midwife actress Charlotte Ritchie star in this comedy which take a humorous look at the world of online gaming. From the creators of Peep Show, it’s part-live action and part-computer animation and the show follows three bored office workers who live their…

After starring with Ricky Gervais in his C4 sitcom Derek, Kerry Godliman has reunited with the comedian for his new six-part comedy on Netflix. In After Life, Ricky plays grieving Tony, who decides to do and say whatever he likes following the death of his wife, Lisa, played by Kerry. Here the actress tells us more. How did you get the role? If Ricky says, ‘Do you want to play my dead wife?’ you don’t say no! If Ricky wants me to work with him, I’m always more than happy to do it. How did he explain the role of Lisa to you? When he told me she was dead, I said, ‘Do you mean she’s a corpse or a ghost?’ But she’s neither. She appears in the context of…

AQUARIUS 21 Jan-19 Feb The financial part of your chart is undergoing renovations. Cheap, are they? Seems you’re finding new ways to save cash and make your money go further. See it as lessons learnt and a new phase. UK: 0905 817 1571* IRL: 1560 787911* PISCES 20 Feb-20 Mar The fallout between Jupiter in your professional sky and the Sun in your money sky could work out with you annoyed at career matters or empowered as you get things moving, refusing to give in. UK: 0905 817 1572* IRL: 1560 787912* ARIES 21 Mar-20 Apr Pluto is smiling at Mars and this dynamic asks you to dig a little deeper when it comes to making your mark at work. Status is measured in many ways and we’re waiting for…

‘NOBODY TEXTS FASTER…THAN A PISSED OFF WOMAN. IT’S LIKE I SUDDENLY BECOME SUPERHUMAN WITH SUPERHERO SKILLS’ Nadia Sawalha ‘I’D GIVE UP BREATHING BEFORE I GIVE UP ALCOHOL’ Vicky Pattison ‘If you can’t get duffed up, just hang around with me and it happens!’ Keith Lemon on being a good luck charm for women who want babies ‘Sometimes I try imagining what they look like when they’re having sex…’ Kerry Katona on choosing men to date ‘I THINK MINE WOULD BE MORE OF A PAMPHLET THAN A MEMOIR, JUST SAYING, “I HAD A LOVELY TIME!”’ Anton Du Beke, on writing his autobiography, ‘You try to finish the yawn quick so you can bite their finger’ Phillip Schofield on yawn saboteurs…