In a nod to the movie’s opening scene, the Love Actually actress was seen greeting and reconciling families.
Martine McCutcheon sported a snug jumper and maroon jacket as she joined a special welcoming committee at London’s Stansted Airport. The Love Actually star was on hand to give out warm festive beverages as she watched reunions unfold as friends and family arrived from all over the world. She was also accompanied by a gospel choir belting out heartening carols in the arrivals hall.
The touching initiative was launched by Costa Coffee to spread festive joy and celebrate moments of connection during the holiday season. A survey of 5,000 adults conducted by the brand found nearly half (47%) said spending time with loved ones lifts their spirits.
Meanwhile, a whopping 9 in 10 (86%) said the holidays are a great time to reconnect with loved ones.
Nearly half (49%) travel by car to see loved ones, covering 164 miles on average, while 82% choose to take trains (23%) or planes (14%) for their journeys.
Martine McCutcheon described the situation as “I’ve loved spreading some festive cheer today.” It’s truly magical to watch people flash their eyes when they spot a missing person.
The first reunions, which feel so special at this time of year, have a real sense of anticipation and gratitude. Seeing those memories being created in front of us has been a joy. “
The research found that the most popular ways people spent time together were meeting in coffee shops (27%), going on winter walks (39%), and watching festive movies together (40%).
Over the Christmas season, watching classic films like Home Alone, Elf, and Love Actually forms part of annual traditions.
More than six out of ten people surveyed by OnePoll were male in general. It’s agreed that Christmas is more about celebration than connection.
The joy of the season is in those reunion reunion moments, according to a Costa Coffee spokesperson.
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These connections make lasting memories, whether it is a shared smile at arrivals or a sizable cup of coffee together.
As she explains the timing of her appearance in the jungle, Vogue Williams has revealed details about how her husband and Spencer Matthews are going through their family planning.
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Vogue Williams has spoken about her future with Spencer(Image: Tim Whitby – Formula 1, Formula 1 via Getty Images)
Spencer Matthews and Vogue Williams’ intentions for their family to grow have been revealed.
Theodore, 7, Gigi, 5, and Otto, three, the couple, who got married in 2018, are among the country’s most adored celebrity couples.
Speaking on a pre-recorded episode of her Global podcast Vogue and Amber, which she co-hosts with her sister Amber Wilson ahead of entering the I’m A Celebrity jungle, Vogue revealed details about their potential baby plans.
The 40-year-old explained that she and Spencer had found an ideal window to focus on personal goals and projects, including Spencer’s ambitious Project 7 Ironman challenge, before trying to conceive again, reports the the Irish Mirror.
Addressing the timing considerations, Vogue said: “My reasoning is kind of that Otto is three and a half and if we decided to have another baby then I wouldn’t be able to do it next year.”
Fans can get the same style with 70% off a brown feather-trimmed bandeau dress that Nicky Pattison wore to the party season.
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Vicky Pattison, a former jungle queen and Strictly Come Dancing star, never ceases to impress with her glamorous high-street looks. Fans were enthralled by the author’s and ex-Geordie Shore reality star’s recent posting of a photo of her weekend in Paris with her husband.
She sported a figure-hugging brown bandeau dress adorned with feathered accents at the bust and leg slit. Fans of the Heart FM presenter showered the Instagram post with compliments, including ‘you look gaaaawwwjuuuss’, ‘Vic you look absolutely sensational’, and ‘so beautifullll’.
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Vicky later revealed that Karen Millen’s stunning gown was hers on her stories. Even better, it’s currently on sale with a whopping 70% off of any alternative blue shade and 30% off her favorite brown shade, despite this one being out of stock. The figure-form bandage Feather Detail Bandeau Knit Midi Dress typically retails for £179, but thanks to the brand’s winter sale, cornflower blue version is still on sale in all sizes for just £54.
The feathery Karen Millen dress, which adorns the bodice and leg split along with a rather dramatic thigh-high leg split, is ideal for winter events, including dinners and weddings. It also has delicate feathers in the same color as the dress’s main body. The dress has some stretch thanks to its high-quality knit fabric, which is composed of 3% elastane and 97% recycled polyester. This classy yet statement-making frock is sure to make people’s eyes with a zip fastening at the back.
Debenhams’ sale is available to those looking for more arm coverage, even though its bandeau style might be a little chilly for the winter. The price of the Oasis Feather Cuff Satin Bridal Mini Dress has dropped from £89 to £62.30. This mini shift style dress skims over the thighs and tummy and is styled with pointed silver shoes, high boots, or tights, and a pair of long sleeves embellished with a few feathers at the cuffs.
For those with smaller frames, River Island’s Petite Black Velvet Feather Trim Mini Dress is a great option. This showstopper of a dress, which is currently on sale for £56, down from £69, has a waist-slimming cut and a mini length, as well as feathers on its cuffs and hemline.
Although there aren’t any customer reviews for Karen Millen dresses on the website, the company has impressive TrustPilot reviews that demonstrate its superior quality.
One customer commented, “I ordered two coats and they were so beautiful and of such high quality that I decided to keep both.” The customer service was very prompt and efficient.
One of Karen Millen’s customers expressed satisfaction, saying, “I’ve been going there for years and it’s unquestionably one of my favorite places to shop for clothes.” Every piece feels well-made and durable, and the quality is consistently excellent. I’ve used them for so many things, and I’ve always been happy.
Some customers, however, find the return policy less than satisfactory when goods don’t fit properly.
One customer expressed frustration over the fact that they only refund customers who return goods. It’s very slow, and I’ve got to ask them for a refund.
They continued, “It’s very obnoxious and expensive when you buy several items to try on, because the results are different in person and on the outside. Then, for up to three or four weeks, you are waiting for a refund! Please sort it out, Karen Millen!
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When placing an order, you might want to remember this. Take into account the fact that length measurements aren’t included in the brand’s online sizing chart to help customers, according to Chronicle Live.
Brooke Vincent, a former Coronation Street actress, admitted that she still struggles with losing her grandmother Joan in October of 2024 when she opened up about it.
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Brooke Vincent became emotional when discussing a recent family bereavement(Image: Luke Hamnett/Spotify)
Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent broke down in tears whilst opening up about a devastating family bereavement.
The actress, who portrayed Sophie Webster on the ITV soap Corrie from 2004 to 2010, openly discussed the tragic death of her grandmother in October 2024.
The 32 year old was close to her relative, and revealed at the time that her family’s “whole world was turned upside down”. More than a year later, Brooke admitted she’s still grappling with her grief, though she’s gradually finding it easier to cope.
She stated on the Live, Laugh, Luke podcast that she felt like someone punched her in the throat while speaking.
“For a long time I felt like someone was punching me in the throat whenever I spoke about it. It comes on to you at the most random times,” reports the Liverpool Echo.
I have a problem with it. My nana would probably be proud, but I don’t think I’m mocking her for it.
Nothing will hurt me as much as this, according to one woman who is close to me.
Brooke’s grandmother Joan died on October 5 last year. The former soap star shared touching photographs on Instagram, including one marking her nan’s golden wedding anniversary.
She also expressed gratitude to her friends and family for supporting her during this trying time.
The actress attributed strength to her two children, who she shares with ex-football player partner Kean Bryan, and who prevented her from falling into despair. Monroe has four while Mexx has six.
She continued, “It’s really hard. I had the kids, thankfully. I had to get up, take them to school, and cover it up a little bit so I couldn’t lay in bed and cry.
“But what I did was that I would just listen to my Nana’s song while I was alone in the house and make myself cry.
Because I wanted to be sober when I’m drunk and when her song will play without making me feel like I’ve been punched in the gut.
Brooke continued, “You take it for granted until they’re no longer there,” and she became clearly emotional at that point. She also admitted to “loving crying.”
After leaving the beloved soap more than six years ago, the actress addressed the rumors about a potential return to Cobbles.
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When asked if she is “coming back to Coronation Street,” Brooke responded, “I don’t know when I’m going to come back,” which is her sincere response. Recently, I’ve seen them a lot. They may be thinking, “Will you p*** off home?” at this point, in my opinion.
“But I’ve been working there for 16 years, and it’s like going back home. I returned inside and saw all the makeup artists and sound technicians, which felt familiar.
Brooke Vincent, a former Coronation Street actress, admitted that she still struggles with losing her grandmother Joan in October of 2024 when she opened up about it.
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Brooke Vincent became emotional when discussing a recent family bereavement(Image: Luke Hamnett/Spotify)
Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent broke down in tears whilst opening up about a devastating family bereavement.
The actress, who portrayed Sophie Webster on the ITV soap Corrie from 2004 to 2010, openly discussed the tragic death of her grandmother in October 2024.
The 32 year old was close to her relative, and revealed at the time that her family’s “whole world was turned upside down”. More than a year later, Brooke admitted she’s still grappling with her grief, though she’s gradually finding it easier to cope.
She stated on the Live, Laugh, Luke podcast that she felt like someone punched her in the throat while speaking.
“For a long time I felt like someone was punching me in the throat whenever I spoke about it. It comes on to you at the most random times,” reports the Liverpool Echo.
I have a problem with it. My nana would probably be proud, but I don’t think I’m mocking her for it.
Nothing will hurt me as much as this, according to one woman who is close to me.
Brooke’s grandmother Joan died on October 5 last year. The former soap star shared touching photographs on Instagram, including one marking her nan’s golden wedding anniversary.
She also expressed gratitude to her friends and family for supporting her during this trying time.
The actress attributed strength to her two children, who she shares with ex-football player partner Kean Bryan, and who prevented her from falling into despair. Monroe has four while Mexx has six.
She continued, “It’s really hard. I had the kids, thankfully. I had to get up, take them to school, and cover it up a little bit so I couldn’t lay in bed and cry.
“But what I did was that I would just listen to my Nana’s song while I was alone in the house and make myself cry.
Because I wanted to be sober when I’m drunk and when her song will play without making me feel like I’ve been punched in the gut.
Brooke continued, “You take it for granted until they’re no longer there,” and she became clearly emotional at that point. She also admitted to “loving crying.”
After leaving the beloved soap more than six years ago, the actress addressed the rumors about a potential return to Cobbles.
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When asked if she is “coming back to Coronation Street,” Brooke responded, “I don’t know when I’m going to come back,” which is her sincere response. Recently, I’ve seen them a lot. They may be thinking, “Will you p*** off home?” at this point, in my opinion.
“But I’ve been working there for 16 years, and it’s like going back home. I returned inside and saw all the makeup artists and sound technicians, which felt familiar.
Critics have condemned the Duchess of Sussex’s festive Netflix program, which it premiered just days after it was destroyed.
Just days after Meghan Markle’s festive Netflix programme aired, it has been savaged by critics who have branded it “pointless” and “unfathomable”. The Duchess of Sussex’s Christmas-themed episode premiered on the streaming giant yesterday, in which she was joined by a range of celebrity guests to indulge in festive-themed crafts and cooking.
Fans of the one-hour special shared their excitement for the episode on social media, and the episode received a variety of reviews. However, a number of media outlets responded quickly to the program’s harsh criticism, with one magazine calling it “quite mad and a little sad”;
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Hilary Rose, a journalist for The Times, criticized the episode as “unfathomable: four pointless crafts, three random “friends,” two unidentified kids, one English prince and duchess in a pear tree, or at least making pear syrup.”
She continued, “We learn that red is a festive color and that cheese and pepper might not be as popular as a dish consisting of cheese and pepper, and that the part where she wears monogrammed red pyjamas and talks about quiche Lorraine was a fever dream.”
Anita Singh, the editor of The Telegraph’s Arts and Entertainment, commented, “Meghan, as always, tries way too hard. The program is somewhat depressing and mad.
The festive programme also got a one-star review by The Independent, as writer Hannah Ewens dubbed it a “predictably insipid festive special”, as she said: “It’s not a real special by any stretch, but some YouTube content or the radio that you might put on in the background as you do your tree or wrap your presents. White noise to dull the senses. It’s all a little Stepford Wives; not informative, fun, enjoyable or even aspirational. Because the people watching this, including me, will never have a Christmas like this.”
According to TV critic Lucy Mangan, The Guardian gave the episode a two-star rating, “I would advise any viewers who are British, not in the acting industry, and/or not married to the Duchess of Sussex to take as many anti-emetics as medically advisable, then assume the crash position.” I’m offended and hurt, but in the spirit of goodwill, I’ll give my rating a star to show gratitude for the fact that we’re at least safe now until the following year.
The Daily Mail called the conversation between Naomi Osaka and her “thoroughly awkward” and called it “sad, self-indulgent, cringey wash of beige.”
Meghan and Harry previously announced a new, less-funny streaming deal with the company, in contrast to their allegedly $100 million (£74 million) contract five years ago.
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Less than four months after the second season of With Love, Meghan, which was also met with harsh reviews from industry insiders, the festive episode of the show made its debut.
Meghan’s holiday episode aired on the same day the King and Queen hosted the German state visit, and just hours after the Princess of Wales published a personal letter to guests attending her annual carol concert on Friday.
