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Heat|Issue 1097BEYONCE...She essentially invented “visual albums”, so it’s no surprise that Beyoncé’s latest offering is pretty special. Based on the music from The Lion King: The Gift, Black Is King willbe released on Disney+ at the end of July. Alongside a trailer for the album, Bey told fans, “Black Is King is a labour of love,” adding, “The events of 2020 have made the film’s vision and message even more relevant, as people across the world embark on a historic journey… I pray that everyone sees the beauty and resilience of our people. This is a story of how the people left MOST BROKEN have EXTRAORDINARY gifts.”…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097The STAR ExchangeSAFE BET TWINNING We’re grateful that Wimbledon isn’t happening right now, because it means we got to see these adorable pictures of Serena Williams and her daughter Olympia in a tense-looking doubles match. BUY! BUY! BUY! MAKING A DIFFERENCE Katie Price is making a documentary about life with her son Harvey, who has severe learning difficulties. She spoke to MPs last week as part of an inquiry, telling them about the horrific online abuse Harvey, 18, has received. GOOD PERFORMANCE STAYING PUT Due to the travel ban between the UK and US, we won’t be seeing Bruno Tonioli on Strictly this year. The judge has apparently chosen to stick with Dancing With The Stars, mainly due to the heftier pay cheque. STOCK FALLING SINGLE LADIES Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall and…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097Pregnant Kate told to slow downIt’s rare that celebrities get as open and raw as Kate Ferdinand did last week, admitting she feels like she’s “losing her mind” and is wracked with “terrible guilt” as her pregnancy progresses. And while that honesty is exactly why we love her, many of Kate’s friends are worried she’s pushing herself too hard. In fact, after confessing she’s getting “terrible migraines” and is “absolutely wiped out”, those closest to her are begging her to slow down and let husband Rio help. “Kate’s constantly piling more pressure on herself to be the perfect wife and mum,” says an insider close to the 29 year old, who married former footballer Rio in September, and is stepmum to his children, Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine. “Her friends are all worried,…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097NOW LISA JOINS RAYAPatrick Schwarzenegger, Matthew Perry and Diplo are among the various dudes who are said to have made an appearance on celebrity dating app Raya, so now would be a great time to sign up if you’re a rich and famous lady looking for love. And it just so happens that’s what Lisa Armstrong is after. “Lisa is desperate to move on, and she’s on a number of dating apps, including Raya, as well as another regular one – but she uses a different name on one of them, so she doesn’t attract too much attention,” says an insider close to the make-up artist. “She’s been chatting to lots of people and is excited about going out on dates when she’s allowed.” The 43 year old split from ex-husband Ant McPartlin…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097KATY: ‘I WAS BROKEN’While everything seems like a fairy tale for Katy Perry at the moment – engaged to Orlando Bloom and pregnant with their first child – things haven’t always been so rosy. Speaking in a recent interview, the 35 year old admitted that her 2017 split with Orlando, “literally broke me in half”. “I had broken up with my boyfriend, who is now my baby-daddy-to-be, and then I was excited about flying high off the next record but the record didn’t get me high any more,” she said. “The validation didn’t get me high, and so I just crashed.” Looking back, though, Katy explained that this low point ultimately helped her, saying, “It was a necessary brokenness. It was so important for me to be broken so that I could find…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Quote UNQUOTE“I AM SO PROUD OF MY BEAUTIFUL WIFE KIM KARDASHIAN WEST FOR OFFICIALLY BECOMING A BILLIONAIRE” Just another Tuesday for KANYE WEST “I THINK IT TOOK A YEAR BEFORE I FELT LIKE MY BABY AND I COULD BE TWO PEOPLE. I FELT LIKE I GAVE MYSELF AWAY FOR A YEAR AND I DIDN’T ENJOY GIVING MYSELF AWAY” PALOMA FAITH is a separate entity again “NEVER THOUGHT I’D END UP WITH A DUDE. THOUGHT I’D END UP MARRYING A CHICK” PARIS JACKSON is baffled by her relationship with Gabriel Glenn “TODAY I’M GONNA GET RID OF ALL THESE GREYS. THERE’S NOTHING I CAN DO ABOUT MY BALD PATCHES” LILY ALLEN is doing what she can with what she’s got “WHENEVER I FIND OUT I’M TRENDING, I HAVE TO IMMEDIATELY CHECK I’M…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097OLIVIAATTWOOD: Going without Botox has been weird – I CAN MOVE MY FACE!It can be all too easy in our filtered world to assume that celebs live stress-free, problem-free and, worst of all, wrinkle-free lives. That’s why we atheat cling to the stars who tell it like it is. Ones like Olivia Attwood who, in the three years since she first found fame on LoveIsland, has been refreshingly filter-free. From responding to followers who berated her for getting lip fillers (she defiantly clapped back, “If I want my lips to look like a swollen butthole, that is MY choice”) to serving up the best one-liners on Celebs Go Datingand TOWIE, Liv’s forever putting the real in reality star. And as her 1.8million social media followers know, she’s outdone herself over the past three months – opening up like never before about her…8 min
Heat|Issue 1097THE BUSIEST MAN IN SHOWBIZWHERE ELSE CAN YOU CATCH LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA? IN THE HEIGHTS After writing the show as a student, Lin-Manuel’s first production won him four Tony awards. More than 15 years after its first performance onstage, the show has been turned into a film and will be released in June 2021. MOANA Can’t get the songs of Moana out of your head after watching it? That’s because our pal Lin had a hand in writing most of them. All while he was developing and starring in Hamilton – the man’s a machine. MARY POPPINS RETURNS Lin-Manuel took on the role of Jack the co*ckney lamplighter – a supposed apprentice of Dick Van Dyke’s Bert – for the reboot of the beloved Disney film. And his accent wasn’t too bad, either. THE LITTLE…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097LAURA’S ALL INCLUSIVE SPOTLIGHT ON... Nutmeg @ MORRISONSSupermarket shopping has been our weekly highlight for a while now, but with life moving forward again, there’s another reason to head to your local Morrisons. And if you haven’t heard of the Nutmeg range yet, where have you been? From printed co-ords to tiered maxi skirts and pretty floral dresses, Nutmeg have all the bases covered for summer. Designed for everyday life, the collection also includes kids and menswear options. What’s more, they’ve just launched online, meaning you have the flexibility to order from your sofa, too. And with the weather hotting up, we’re all in need of a wardrobe update at a purse-friendly price. Sizes range from 8 to 24 with prices starting at £4. Check out the collection at Nutmeg.morrisons.com. REASONS WE ♥ NUTMEG #3 BE LIKE…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Sun’s out, fun’s outGiant Pass The Pigs, Amazon, £14.99 It doesn’t matter if you’re in the garden or the pool, you can be the reigning champion of tossing pigs. Just blow them up and throw them in the air – their landing position determines how many points you receive. The first to 100 points wins. Move over, Percy. Sunnylife Inflatable Cactus Ring Toss, John Lewis, £25 Play it on the ground in the park, in the paddling pool or on your head. Split into two teams and throw your inflatable rings at the cactus to see who can get the most points. Don’t worry, there’s a repair kit included in case you come across any cactus spikes – yikes. Professor Puzzle Ladder Toss, John Lewis, £35 The kids will love going head-to-head throwing…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097My week in FITNESSNAME: MAURA HIGGINS AGE:29 OCCUPATION : REALITY TV STAR ‘I’m not a gym bunny!’ What workouts have you been doing recently? I’m not a gym bunny, but I started training in lockdown. I don’t love it, but the feeling afterwards is amazing and seeing the change in my body has been great. I want to keep at it now. It’s definitely kept me busy while I’ve been stuck indoors and I’ve really enjoyed being able to focus on myself. I’ve been following Joe Wicks and doing the YouTube videos that he makes. They’re very tough, but they’re obviously working, as I’ve noticed a massive change. You can do a HIIT session for 20 minutes and you feel amazing – you’re set up for the whole day, then. When do you…3 min
Heat|Issue 1097EMOTIONAL BAGGAGEIt’s fair to say that emotions are always running high in Soapville, but next week in Emmerdale, the repercussions of one major incident have a huge impact on two of the male villagers, plus the fallout from a historic accident (a bad food wrap) is also causing emotional turmoil… ANDREA CALLS THE SHOTS Despite Andrea’s best efforts to convince Jamie that he ran over an animal, Lydia drops the bombshell that Moira has been involved in a hit-and-run, causing him to freak out. Jamie rushes to the hospital, where he sees Belle, and he’s on the verge of spilling his guts, when Andrea intervenes. She later tells Belle that Jamie’s not interested in her anymore, and tells him that they must convince Kim that they’re back together for good. But…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097MEET THE CHARACTERSHERMAN (MORGAN SPECTOR) A Jewish insurance salesman whose career is on the up. He aspires to move to a middle-class area, but has a rebellious teenage son and a troubled nephew with very different ideas. BESS (ZOE KAZAN) The matriarch of the tight-knit Levins, who has an underlying fear about the safety of her family as anti-Semitism spreads. Her husband wants to move to a new neighbourhood, but she isn’t so sure. EVELYN (WINONA RYDER) Bess’ older sister is having an affair with a married man and she knows it’s not going to work out well for her. Then she meets charismatic Rabbi Lionel Bengelsdorf, and everything changes. ALVIN (ANTHONY BOYLE) An orphan who lives with his uncle’s family and is close to their young boys. Alvin is paying close…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097The Beckhams IN CRISISFor the past decade, David Beckham has been working tirelessly on his dream of running a football club in America – and just four months ago, he finally achieved it. As he stood with his family at the opening of Inter Miami’s brand-new stadium ahead of the team’s first home match, the former England captain couldn’t have been happier. But now it looks as if his dream could be in tatters, as sporting clubs around the world struggle to recover from the global pandemic. And because Miami is in Florida – one of the places worst hit by coronavirus, and where it’s showing no signs of getting back to normal – it’s feared the club may never return to proper action again. “This is their biggest test yet. David is…5 min
Heat|Issue 1097Why Coleen won’t let the Becky war endWhen the history books speak of the Great WAG War, they will point to this week as being a real turning point. After months of escalating tensions between Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy, things are coming to a head as the pair go to the High Court – with a new report saying Coleen has written a “blank cheque” for the legal battle. In fact, friends say she’s become increasingly obsessed with the feud and she’s willing to risk everything – money, reputation, her private life being exposed to the world – rather than back down. “Coleen is really feeling the pressure, but she can’t let it go,” says an insider close to the 34 year old, who has four children with husband Wayne. “Up until now, Coleen was in…3 min
Heat|Issue 1097Michelle’s lad mag regretsMichelle Keegan’s come a long way since playing hoop-earring devotee Tina McIntyre on Coronation Street. But there are a few things about those heady early days of fame she regrets. The actress spoke out last week about stripping off in her twenties for lads’ mags – and how she wishes she’d said no. “It wasn’t something that I necessarily really wanted to do,” said the 33 year old, who was a regular on the cover of now-defunct said in an interview. “But I thought it came as part of being on TV. Now that I’m older, I realise that it is OK to say no to something that you don’t feel 100 per cent happy with.” She added that it was not a negative reflection on Corriebosses,saying, “It was a…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Iain: ‘I can’t wait for my first pint in a pub’‘I’ve not spent summer in the UK in five years’ While thousands of us have had to cancel holidays, Iain Stirling is used to spending his summer in Mallorca, watching beautiful people fall in love… or lust. But the velvet voice of Love Island tells us he’s quite enjoying the time at home with girlfriend Laura Whitmore. “I’ve not spent a summer in the UK for five years. I’ve never been in London in June/July ever, so it’s really lovely,” he says. “I miss the show, the team and getting to know the new cast, but there’s a nice feeling of spending the best months of the year in the place you call home.” And spending time at home has allowed Iain and Laura, 35 – who have been together…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Kate after Megxit: HOW SHE CAME OUT ON TOPLooking at pictures of Kate Middleton in a gorgeous summer dress with her trademark bouncy blow-dry, you know the duch*ess is back on top form. While we’ve watched her partake in Zoom calls with charities, school kids and NHS workers these past months, we finally got to see her back out and about performing royal duties last week. And it seems her beaming smile may be down to her positive attitude and new take on post-Megxit life. According to Royals At War – a new book by investigative journalists Dylan Howard and Andy Tillett – the 38 year old has decided to put the past behind her and is relishing the extra responsibility of her new exalted status in the royal family. ‘Kate and Meghan have now settled into a…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097Simon is finally ready to proposeAfter rumours of an affair between Simon Cowell and Mel B – which he described as nonsense and blew our minds, tbh – it seems things between the 60 year old and girlfriend Lauren Silverman are back on track and better than ever. So much so, an insider close to the music mogul tells us he wants to pop the question to Lauren, 42. ‘Marriage and a baby would complete their family’ “After all the affair rumours, Simon’s realised he wants to show the world how strong his relationship with Lauren is by proposing,” we’re told. “He never thought he’d get married, but she’s made him so happy by making him a dad and now he wants to marry her.” Simon got together with Lauren in 2013, while she was…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097Torso OF THE WEEKHUSBAND GOALS #195 HARRY JOWSEY Talk about Too Hot To Handle! The breakout star of Netflix’s latest mad dating show has earned fans nationwide thanks to those piercing blue eyes, that charming Aussie accent, and yes, OK, the six-pack.WE SAID IT, ALRIGHT – WE KNOW WE’RE SHALLOW. Drum roll, please – he’s single. Harry is back on the market after splitting from his THTH co-star Francesca Farago. The hornie*st pair on the show (officially) got engaged in May via Zoom during the reunion show, but ended things weeks later. They’ve played out their messy break-up all over YouTube, with Francesca hinting he’d cheated. But Harry dismissed that idea, claiming he was “seriously depressed” in the relationship. Thankfully, we haven’t seen the last of the 23-year-old reality star, as he admitted…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?Some people were born to play certain roles (can you imagine anyone other than Arnie uttering, “I’ll be back” or someone who wasn’t Leonardo DiCaprio painting a nudie of Kate Winslet?). But sometimes, casting directors lose the, ahem, plot and wind up signing up a star who just doesn’t fit the bill – infuriating fans and costing the movie millions in the process. So, news that Twilight star Kristen Stewart is set to play – wait for it – Princess Diana in upcoming movie Spencer has sent outrage ricocheting around the planet. Sure, she can fall in love with vampires, but can she be trusted to take on Lady Di? The jury’s out – but let this lot be a warning of what can happen when casting goes awry… ANNE…3 min
Heat|Issue 1097NEWS FLASH URBAN DECAYTHEULTIMATE PURPLE REIGN Urban Decay’s new Naked Ultraviolet palette has us swooning. With intensely pigmented matte, metallic and holographic purples ready to combine with peachy neutrals, it’s safe to say we’re getting set to serve some serious lewks. And, as a brand that celebrates the unconventional and champions what it means to be unique, we’re definitely on board. They’ve worked with some banging celebs to boot, with Normani, G.E.M and Camila Mendes all becoming the faces of their “Pretty Different” campaign. Dreamy. (Available now, £43) THE RADAR…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Let’s go to THE MOVIESWith staying in being the new going out, you might be craving a box-office blockbuster and your telly just isn’t cutting it. If you’re planning to snuggle up and watch a film this Saturday, why not go the whole hog and set up a cinema at home? Here’s our tips on how to create the big screen in your back garden or front room.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Table tacticsTaskmaster The Board Game, Amazon, £24.99 It’s judging time as you and your household compete to be the Taskmaster Champion, taking part in 200 crazy challenges from kitchen to garden and even secret tasks. With handy wipe-clean scoreboards, it’s a doddle to keep track of the points, but don’t forget: the Taskmaster makes the final decisions. I Should Have Known That! Trivia Game, Amazon, £18 Packed with 400 questions that you should know the answer to, but won’t. Instead of collecting points for correct answers, you’ll lose points if you don’t know the answer – so think fast and maybe have a Wikipedia sesh beforehand. Boredom-Busting Burger Box, Bitemeburger.com, from £44 Food and games? You can’t go wrong. Choose from a box of a dozen or 24 Bite Me burgers,…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097BOYD’STV LANDMY VERDICT ON… The Kemps: All True BBC iPlayer, now streaming Silliness is such an under-rated quality. While perfectly honed political satires and powerfully realistic dark comedies are rightly hailed by critics, flat-out absurdity and nonsense rarely get their due. The silliest TV programme of the year so far is The Kemps: All True, created by and starring Rhys Thomas, who specialises in hilarious mockumentaries like his shows about fake rock star Brian Pern and his annual faux factual fest of childishness that is A Year In The Life Of A Year. But The Kemps… is surely his masterpiece of mirth. It’s an affectionate spoof both of the rock-doc genre and ’80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, with actual Spandau stars Martin and Gary Kemp playing ludicrous versions of themselves,…3 min
Heat|Issue 1097Surprise, surpriseThere’s plenty of shocks in store for the residents of Coronation Street next week. And none of them are good… GEOFF CAN’T LET GO Yasmeen is stunned when she gets a call from Geoff in prison. He tells her that he loves her and forgives her (what a cheek!) and will drop all the charges if she promises to be his wife again. Later, Alya, Imran, Tim and Faye all struggle to wrap their heads around the fact that Geoff has retracted his statement against Yas, and Alya is distraught to get a call from her nan saying she thinks Geoff is genuinely sorry for what he’s done. Noooo, don’t fall for it, Yas! ABI MUST SAY ADIOS Don’t worry, Abi’s not leaving, but she does find out from Kevin…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097THE UNMISSABLE heat radio THIS WEEK...JORDAN LEE WEEKDAYS 4PM-7PM He’s auditioned for Britain’s Got Talent, run gym classes for Angie and Calum Best, and even been a ballet dancer! But the best thing on Jordan’s CV is playing heat bangers to get you home. LUCY FORD SUNDAY 10AM-12NOON heat’s very own entertainment queen (and Reese Witherspoon’s No.1 fan), Lucy is here with a weekly round-up of all the best celebrity storiesfrom heat. RYAN SEACREST WEEKDAYS, 7PM – 9PM, SATURDAYS 10AM-12NOON The best-connected man in Los Angeles comes direct from Hollywood every weekday with the biggest showbiz stories. With big-name guests including Christina Aguilera, Oprah and JT – there’s no one Ryan can’t get! LISTEN ON FREEVIEW 716, HEATRADIO.COM, THE FREE HEATRADIO APP OR SMARTSPEAKERS…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097When Joey stole the (wedding) showSome people arrive at a wedding in a taxi, others get a limo, a few might even turn up in a horse-drawn carriage. But none of those people are Joey Essex. The then-undisputed king of TOWIE bewildered and delighted fans in equal measure when he arrived at the show’s first-ever wedding dressed in a checked waistcoat, trousers that were too short for him and a green bow tie – all while riding in on an electric scooter. The big day was in honour of the unofficial mum and dad of the show, Carol and Mark Wright Snr, who were marking 30 years of marriage by renewing their wedding vows. They celebrated the special anniversary with the cast, who watched moist-eyed as Nanny Pat walked her daughter down the aisle, and…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097The prodigal son returnsAfter spending over three months with his girlfriend Nicola Peltz in New York City, Brooklyn has finally returned to the UK and joined his family in the Cotswolds. The budding photographer shared glimpses of his return to British soil with fans on Instagram, first showing a video of one of the family’s dogs excitedly welcoming him home, as well as a video of his feet up by a fireplace in the huge country property. His younger brother Cruz also shared a picture of Brooklyn getting stuck back into a family game of football on a purpose-built pitch. The family were last all together at the beginning of March, when they celebrated Brooklyn’s 21st birthday before they jetted out to the US for the Miami team’s launch. Instead of coming back…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Jada’s four-year ‘affair’ – with Will’s blessingYou’ve probably heard the long-whispered rumour that actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith are in an open marriage. But last week it was more of a shout, as one of the couple’s friends publicly claimed he’d been in a four-year relationship with Jada. Singer August Alsina spoke out about how he’d “really, really deeply loved” Jada, adding that her husband knew the whole time – and even gave his blessing. “I totally gave myself to that relationship for years of my life,” the 27-year-old singer/songwriter from New Orleans explained. “And I truly and really, really deeply loved – and have a ton of love for – her. I devoted myself to it, I gave my full self to it.” In the video chat, August went on to say he…3 min
Heat|Issue 1097CELEBS DECLARE HOLIDAY SEASON OPENHAILEY BIEBER After being stuck in with Justin for the past few months (though they did manage a few trips out on their pimped-up trailer), Hailey couldn’t wait to jet off to Sardinia with best friend Bella Hadid. WINNIE HARLOW As a supermodel, you get to visit some hot locations. But Winnie took sizzling to new levels when she shared bikini shots from the beach, where she was hanging out with her also-hot new boyfriend, basketball player Kyle Kuzma. The whole thing is making us sweat. MALIN ANDERSSON If you can drag your eyes away from that awesome booty, you’ll notice the Love Island star is in Tenerife. She booked the trip to escape loneliness in lockdown, saying, “My mind needed it.” And we all needed her hawt bikini pictures.…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097BEN BUYS ANA AN ACTUAL ISLANDDating a mega-rich Hollywood star, you probably get used to all the diamond rings and fancy holidays. Which is why Ben Affleck is keeping things interesting with his latest gift for girlfriend of five months, Ana de Armas. He’s buying her an island. “Ben’s really taking his super-generous streak to the next level,” a source tells us. “He wants to invest in an island paradise for him and Ana to escape to from time to time. He’s planning on building a house there, with the best interiors that money can buy and everything she could ever want – including a private dock with a yacht.” Dad-of-three Ben looked ridiculously smitten with actress Ana, 32, in LA last week, and we’re told, “He had his people reach out to realtors in…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097MEGHAN: ‘I MADE £1BN FOR THE UK’Meghan Markle has claimed that her wedding to Prince Harry in 2018 brought £1billion to the UK economy in tourism revenue. In the latest documents released as part of her legal case against The Mail On Sunday, the duch*ess of Sussex also claims that the income generated by the lavish event “far outweighed” the cost to the taxpayer for crowd security – thought to be around £32million. Her lawyers have added that the church service, flowers and reception were paid for by the royal family, while any cost to the public was solely for security measures.…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097INSIDE KHLOE’S EXTRA BIRTHDAY PARTYTo say we’ve come to expect a bit of a to-do when it’s a Kar-Jenner birthday is quite the understatement. So, it was no surprise that – despite everything that’s going on in the world – Khloé Kardashian’s 36th birthday was a tad extra. With a giant inflatable pink slide (topped with her giant head), face masks emblazoned with Khloé’s visage and the obligatory photo booth, it was clearly business as usual for the reality family’s party planner. Khloé posted a message of thanks to her fans on Twitter after the glamorous event, assuring them she’d been abiding by social distancing rules, adding, “I had the most magnificent birthday! It was family only. We just aren’t comfortable being around too many people, but the decor was OUT OF THIS WORLD!…3 min
Heat|Issue 1097the week in PICTURESLONDON, 30 JUNE Aisleyne: ‘Who are you calling a trashbag?’ WHERE? A street in north London. WHAT? The former Big Brother star has recently told fans she’s looking for a “baby daddy”, so perhaps Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace is clearing out her house in order to make room for a little bundle of joy. And after recently telling heat that she is “an icon, darling”, we imagine those bin bags could contain mini statuettes of herself or perhaps just a couple of marble busts. SO? Lord help us if a mini Aisleyne is on the way… LONDON, 29 JUNE Big night out, Caprice? WHERE? Chelsea. WHAT? The pubs are finally open, which means the walk of shame is a thing on our streets again. SO? Now we’re not saying that’s what is…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097HAMILTON COMES HOMEOnce upon a time, we could get a bit dolled up, go and sit in a majestic theatre, and enjoy an evening of camp musical fun or intense drama punctuated with an adorable tiny interval ice cream. But, alas, you-know-what reared its ugly head and Theatreland looks set to be one of the last places we’ll be returning to. Luckily, the stage has come to us. Via YouTube and various other streaming services, theatre fans have been able to experience highly-acclaimed shows from the comfort of their own home – you can even give yourself a measly portion of ice cream halfway through to really bring the experience to life. And there’s one production coming to a TV near you that has been the hottest ticket in town ever since…4 min
Heat|Issue 1097NIGHT-IN CHICLOUNGING AROUND Forget scruffy old trackies, loungewear ain’t what it used to be. Neutral shades such as cream and beige are where it’s at for summer. Pair joggers with crisp white shirts, go for an easy-to-wear co-ord, or mix up textures and play with proportions for a fash-forward feel – perfect for those Insta selfies. PERFECT PJS Who says your jammies have to be boring? Up your PJ game with pale shades, fun tassels or feathery trims, and lounge around in style. These buys are so good, you may even want to wear them out... SOCKS OR SANDALS... OR BOTH Just cos you’re staying in, doesn’t mean you should neglect your footwear. Socks-and-sandals is a huge trend right now – and what could be comfier for your night in?…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Five-minute faceSummer is the perfect time to strip back your beauty routine, and mega-babe Winnie Harlow is giving us major make-up inspo with this Insta-approved look. Want to do it yourself? We have all the tips, tricks and products you need to copy her in just five minutes flat. Ready, set, glow! 1 ACE THAT BASE When it comes to achieving a flawless summer face, a breathable base is essential. This lightweight liquid foundation contains nourishing coconut milk and protective SPF20, making it perfect for use during the warmer months. Create a mattified complexion by buffing all over your face with a foundation brush. 2 BRONZE MEDAL Add some colour with this palette. Start by applying the bronzer across your cheeks, forehead and temples. Then illuminate your cheekbones, Cupid’s bow and…2 min
Heat|Issue 1097BLAG THE BLOCKBUSTER EXPERIENCETIP 1 EQUIPMENT You’ll need four key elements: a projector, HD source, screen and sound system. A good projector is key (we recommend a full 1080p HD projector with a minimum of 3000 lumens). And if your budget will allow, opt for an actual projector screen, as it will help you achieve the best quality picture and enhance the overall experience. TIP 2 SET THE SCENE Ensure your guests are comfy and settled. If you’re outside, stock up on warm blankets and hot water bottles in case it gets chilly. Add your personal touch with cushions, rugs, accessories and ambient lighting – it’ll really make your setting feel magical, especially once the sun has set. TIP 3 GET YOUR EAT ON! The cinema experience wouldn’t be the…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097Getting virtualSector X: The BRUCE Project, Bewilderbox.co.uk/ the-bruce-project, £15 You and your mates can sync up and attempt to get out of an escape room from your sofa. Up to six players can work together on various missions synced across all players’ screens, where you’ll need to click, drag and drop puzzles to escape. May the odds be forever in your favour. The Jackbox Party Pack 3, Amazon, £19.89 Grab your phone, tablet or computer and play with up to eight players using the Jackbox Pack, which gives you access to five different games. Whether murder mystery is your thing or you fancy guessing the answers to silly surveys, there’s something for everyone. And it’s an instant download, so there’s no need to pop to the shops. Bingo Maker, Bingomaker.com, free…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097MY TOP 3 SHOWS ON TVThere She Goes The return of the wonderful comedy series starring David Tennant and Jessica Hynes as parents bringing up their learning-disabled daughter Rosie (Miley Locke). BBC2, Thursday, 9.30pm What We Do In The Shadows Natasia Demetriou and Matt Berry are funnier than ever in this beautifullly judged mockumentary vampire saga. BBC2, Thursday, 10pm My Brilliant Friend In this week’s final double bill of episodes in the Elena Ferrante adaptation, Elena and Lila try to escape their oppressive worlds. Sky Atlantic/NOW TV, Friday, 10pm…1 min
Heat|Issue 1097The Unmissables REVIEWSTHE CULTURE KEY 1 THE PLOT AGAINST AMERICA SKY ATLANTIC/NOW TV, TUESDAY 14 JULY, 9PM Imagine if a celebrity with openly racist and xenophobic views became President of The United States. Pretty far-fetched, you might think. But that is the premise of legendary author Philip Roth’s novel The Plot Against America, published in 2004, back when Donald Trump was merely a rich TV personality. Roth’s book imagines an alternate US history in which right-wing Charles Lindbergh, a household name after he became the first person to make a solo transatlantic flight, becomes POTUS in 1940 and turns America towards fascism. Now, the book has been turned into a timely TV drama. THE A-TEAM There have been a number of TV series recently that address the idea of America’s relationship with…9 min
Heat|Issue 1097Daniel Radcliffe is bringing the LOLs in comedy Miracle Workers: The Dark Ages14 Miracle Workers: The Dark Ages Sky Atlantic/NOW TV, Monday 13 July, 9pm Each season of this US comedy anthology show is based on the writings of The New Yorker’s regular contributor Simon Rich. Last year, season one was based on Rich’s novel What In God’s Name, while this new series, set in plague-riddled medieval times, has been adapted from his short story Revolution. It boasts the instant advantage of a strong and funny cast including Daniel Radcliffe, Peter Serafinowicz and Steve Buscemi(Fargo). This time around, Radcliffe plays Prince Chaunceley The Pretty Cool, who’s struggling to live up to the expectations of his dad, King Cragnoor The Heartless (Serafinowicz). Meanwhile, Buscemi plays a character implausibly named Edward “Eddie” Murphy sh*tshoveler… ★★★★ Jason Arnopp 15 Misadventures From My Sofa BBC2, Sunday…4 min
Heat|Issue 1097HeatoscopesARIES 20 Mar-19 Apr Sometimes you please everyone but yourself. This week, a Saturn aspect hints at your work and home juggling act and highlights the need to plot some time out. There’s no shame in asking for help. Money-wise, you may bag a bargain even cheaper if you shop around. LUCKY GOAL: Looking after No.1 TAURUS 20 Apr-20 May There are no eclipses this week, so breathe a sigh of relief. Instead, a marvellous Mercury aspect favours buying and selling, making this a prime time to flog your clutter. Elsewhere, if a blast from the past makes you emotional, don’t feel daft. This is positively cathartic. LUCKY EXPECTATION: No fuss GEMINI 21 May-20 Jun Your ability to rise above it all is mighty handy this week.…3 min
