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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Christie Brinkley Went to Paris to Heal From a Breakup — & Accidentally Became a Supermodel
Christie Brinkley didn't move to Paris to chase fame. She moved there to cry over a cheating ex. At 18, fresh off a breakup and done with L.A. heartbreak, she packed up and enrolled in a French art school, hoping that a change of scenery — and maybe a baguette or two — would help her forget. 'I have always wanted to try to do as many things as possible,' she told The Sydney Morning Herald in a lengthy new profile. And back then, that meant starting over somewhere beautiful. More from SheKnows Why Christie Brinkley Refuses To Change Her Dating Standards at 71 While she was in Paris, things started to look up. She fell in love with Jean-François Allaux, a French artist who would become her first husband. But then he got drafted into the military, and Brinkley — newly heartbroken for the second time — adopted a puppy named Bianca to keep her company. Bianca, it turns out, would be the one to change everything. In the spring of 1974, the puppy got sick. Brinkley left her apartment to call a vet and, while looking down at Bianca curled up in her bag, accidentally walked into a man in a faded green US Army jacket. He had a camera around his neck. 'If you're not a model, you should be,' he told her. 'You could earn a lot of money.' When he asked her name, she said, 'Christie Brinkley.' That chance run-in kicked off what Brinkley later called a 'succession of go-sees, shoots, commercials and covers.' Within months, she was on 11 magazine covers 'all published about the same time,' including Mademoiselle, Cosmopolitan, Redbook, Vogue France, and Harper's Bazaar. She would go on to become the first person to land three consecutive Sports Illustrated swimsuit covers and lock down a 25-year contract with CoverGirl — one of the longest modeling deals in history. So yes: a cheating boyfriend. A sad Paris chapter. A sick dog. And then — superstardom. The identity of the boyfriend who started it all? Still a mystery. Brinkley has never named him, and the Herald doesn't drop any clues. But we owe that man a thank you (and maybe a mild curse), because his bad decisions launched a modeling career that reshaped beauty standards for decades. Now 71, Brinkley runs her own wine label, Bellissima, and fashion line, TWRHLL. She's weathered divorce, trauma, public scrutiny — and still keeps showing up with a sense of humor and a mission. 'I have always wanted to try to do as many things as possible. Have all these different experiences and fill up my life with adventures,' she told the Herald. Safe to say: she understood the of SheKnows Everything We Know About Carolyn Bessette's Life Before JFK JR 29 Times Gisele Bündchen's Red Carpet Fashion Proved She's the Ultimate Supermodel 68 Celebrities Who Share a Famous Ex Solve the daily Crossword
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Aussie Olympian drops bombshell engagement news
Olympic medallist Cate Campbell may have retired from the pool, but she isn't done winning after announcing her engagement on social media. The swimmer and long-time partner Adam Kerr have decided to take their relationship to the next step after a romantic proposal at the beach. The 33-year-old dropped the news on Instagram, posting photos of the huge diamond rock with the caption, 'A complete and wonderful surprise 💍💕.' Cate Campbell announces engagement on Instagram Credit: Cate Campbell / Instagram 'Last Saturday while watching the sun rise at our new local beach, Adam turned and said: 'Cate, I have a question for you.' 'I thought maybe he was going to ask what kind of plants to put in our gardens, what kind of dog we should get, or what we should make for dinner. 'Instead, he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. Of course, I said 'yes'…(and cried a lot).'Simply the perfect way to start the next chapter of our lives.' The couple have been together for some time now, with the current world record holder for the short course 100m freestyle saying that her notability had nothing to do with the relationship beginning. 'He didn't know who I was and he maintains he never Googled me – he wasn't star-struck!,' Campbell told the Sydney Morning Herald in 2023. Like most relationships, theirs experienced a bump in the road, with the couple splitting when Campbell moved away to further pursue in career in the pool which she referred to as her 'biggest heartbreak'. After reconciling when the eight-time Olympic medallist moved back to Brisbane the pair have gone the distance, with Kerr popping the question last week. Her announcement post has been flooded with comments from notable athletes sending love to the newly engaged couple. 'Congratulations!!! This is so beautiful, so happy for you both ❤️❤️,' fellow gold medallist Shayna Jack said. Campbell's gold medal teammate from the Rio Olympics Emma McKeon sent love saying, 'Congratulations ❤️❤️❤️'. Australian Olympic royalty Ariana Titmus commented that it was, 'The best news ❤️'. While the Australian Olympics Instagram page showed love with '💚💛💚💛'.
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Aussie Olympic hero announces ‘surprise' engagement
Four-time Olympic gold medallist Cate Campbell has announced her engagement to longtime partner Adam Kerr. The 33-year-old took to Instagram on Sunday night to break the news, describing the proposal as a 'complete and wonderful surprise'. 'Last Saturday while watching the sun rise at our new local beach, Adam turned and said: 'Cate, I have a question for you.' I thought maybe he was going to ask what kind of plants to put in our gardens, what kind of dog we should get, or what we should make for dinner. Instead, he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. Of course, I said 'yes'…(and cried a lot),' she wrote. 'Simply the perfect way to start the next chapter of our lives.' Fellow swimming champions Shayna Jack, Emma McKeon and Giaan Rooney were among those quick to pay tribute. Campbell told the Sydney Morning Herald in 2023 Kerr didn't know who she was when they met five years previously. The pair split when she moved to Sydney for her swimming career, but reconnected when she returned to Brisbane, the city her family settled in after moving from her native Malawi in 2001. 'He didn't know who I was and he maintains he never Googled me – he wasn't star struck, she said. 'We reconnected when I moved back to Brisbane and have been together ever since. He knows what sport means to me.' Campbell, who with sister Bronte in 2012 became the first Australian siblings on an Olympic team in four decades, represented Australia at four Games, winning gold at three. She was part of three consecutive 4x100m freestyle wins in London, Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo, and was also a member of Australia's gold medal-winning medley relay team at the delayed Games in Japan in 2021. A former 100m freestyle world record holder, Campbell still holds the short-course mark set at the Australian championships in 2017.
Irish Examiner
4 days ago
- General
- Irish Examiner
Darina Allen: Three 'real food' recipes for a taste of Tasmania
Tasmanian food activist Matthew Evans from The Fat Pig Farm has been on my radar for a very long time but until recently our paths had never crossed. Well, blow me away, if he didn't walk into the hall of the Ballymaloe Cookery School the other day. I couldn't believe my eyes. He was over this side of the world to attend Groundswell, the regenerative farming festival in Hertfordshire in the UK and decided to swing by Ireland where some of his ancestors hailed from. Matthew has had a fascinating life, originally the restaurant critic for the Sydney Morning Herald, he became a chef, restaurateur, food writer, TV broadcaster and now is also a farmer. His seventy-acre mixed farm is in the beautiful Huon Valley, south of Hobart, right down on the southern end of Tasmania. He grows vegetables and fruit, makes cider, fattens a few heritage pigs and milks a couple of house cows to have beautiful fresh milk, the subject of Milk, one of his 15 books. Another simply entitled Soil is a hymn to the underappreciated three or four inches of earth below our feet on which our very existence depends. He, just like me, is passionate about the importance of rich fertile soil. After all, the only reason we have life on earth is topsoil, crucial for the health of the planet and our ability to grow food. Matthew came to farming from the kitchen. As a chef, he became intrigued by flavour and super curious about why some vegetables and fruits and herbs were so much more delicious than others. What was it that made a simple ingredient like carrots for example, taste so much more intensely sweet than others? This inevitably led him to the soil. Richer, more fertile organic soil, usually produces better tasting and more nutrient dense food — surprise, surprise! And so he has become a feisty advocate for regenerative, ecological farming, growing food in a way that replenishes the soil and ecosystems and keeps us healthy. Groundswell on Lannock Farm, now in its tenth year, creates a forum for farmers, growers, anyone interested in food production and the environment to come together to share ideas and learn about the theory of practical applications of regenerative farming systems. A series of brilliant speakers entice thousands of people from all over the world. ( (There was quite a contingent from Ireland and NOTS – National Organic Training Skillnet too, There is a consensus that we urgently need a global metric to measure outcomes on our farms. Polluters need to pay for the damage to the environment and farmers who deliver positive climate, nature and social outcomes, should be rewarded financially. These actions would be a game-changer. One of the many inspirational sessions I attended was entitled, Farming: Our Health Service. There is a growing concern that our current food system is broken but farming has the potential to be our natural health service so what do we need from food production to regenerate public health? They explored how whole health agriculture is needed to realign farming with both human and environmental health and wellbeing. Regenerative Farming or 'Regen' is the great new buzzword, but it is already being commandeered by the multinational food companies in their marketing and labelling. Thus far, however there is no definition so there is considerable confusion amongst the general public and a definite possibility of greenwashing. Regen is an admirable way to embark on a journey towards less artificial inputs, pesticides, herbicides and ultimately organic farming, however many 'regen' farmers are still using glyphosate, albeit less, to kill weeds but it also damages life in the soil. Without a strict definition, this inspirational movement runs the risk of being discredited. Matthew Evans gave me a present of his latest book, 'The Real Food Companion', published by Murdoch Books, a lifetime's worth of food knowledge, from the soil (where it all begins) to the table. Difficult to pick just three recipes from the hundreds in this inspirational tome, but enjoy these to get started. All recipes are from 'The Real Food Companion' by Matthew Evans, published by Murdoch Books. Matthew Evans' Crab and Chilli Omelette Rich egg, sweet crab and the spice of chilli combine to make this one hell of an omelette. Servings 2 Preparation Time 10 mins Cooking Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Course Main Ingredients 100g cooked crab meat 2 small red chillies, seeded and finely sliced 3 tbsp chopped coriander leaves 1 tsp fish sauce 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tbsp peanut oil 1 large garlic clove, crushed Method Mix the crabmeat in a bowl with the chilli, coriander, and fish sauce, then add the remaining sauce to the eggs. Heat the peanut oil in a large non-stick frying pan over high heat and quickly fry the garlic until starting to colour. Add the egg and stir until it is half cooked. Scatter the crab mixture over the top and press gently into the egg. When the egg is nearly cooked, fold the omelette over, and tip onto a plate. Halve the omelette and serve with steamed rice. Matthew Evans' Honeyed Anzac Biscuits I like my Anzac biscuits chewy, and it may take a couple of attempts to get them just right. Honey makes a nice change from the golden syrup that is used in most traditional recipes. Servings 25 Preparation Time 20 mins Cooking Time 20 mins Total Time 40 mins Course Baking Ingredients 100g rolled (porridge) oats 135g plain flour, sifted 200g caster sugar 70g shredded coconut 125g butter, cubed 2 tbsp honey 1 ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda), sifted Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas Mark 4. Line two baking trays with baking paper. Method Mix the oats, flour, sugar and coconut together in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre. Heat the butter and honey in a saucepan over medium heat and stir until melted and combined. Stir in the bicarbonate of soda to combine (it will foam up, this is normal). Pour the honey mixture into the dry ingredients and mix to combine. If it seems too stiff, add 1-2 teaspoons of water. Place dessertspoon-sized blobs about 5cm apart on the prepared trays, allowing room for them to spread. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden. They will keep in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Matthew Evans' Rosewater A brilliant time of the year to make your own homemade rosewater. Makes 1 litre Course Side Ingredients 400g sugar petals from about 40 unsprayed roses, rinsed well Method Put the sugar and 1 litre water in a large saucepan over high heat and stir until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer and push in as many petals as the water will hold. Bring back to a simmer, then turn off the heat and allow to steep until cool. Drain and discard the petals. You can intensify this syrup by repeatedly adding petals and steeping, though you do lose some liquid each time. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Variation: To make orange blossom water, follow the method for rosewater above, but substitute two handfuls of orange blossoms for the rose petals. You can also use lemon, cumquat or lime blossoms. Seasonal Journal One Plate for Palestine Campaign Seek out various restaurants, cafés, bars, pubs, food trucks, market stalls who are participating in One Plate for Palestine, spearheaded by Barbara Nelson of St. Francis Provisions in Kinsale and Beverly Matthews of L'Atitude 51 in Cork City. It's an Irish hospitality-led week-long campaign running from July 22-27 raising funds for the people of Palestine who are at risk of starvation. All participating restaurants will add a special Palestinian-themed dish to their menu with all funds raised from the sale of that dish going to the One Plate for Palestine fundraiser. Instagram: @oneplateforpalestine Read More
The Advertiser
5 days ago
- Business
- The Advertiser
PNG NRL director stands down over corruption claims
The man who led PNG's successful NRL bid has stood down from the expansion team's board over corruption allegations. PNG Prime Minister James Marape on Friday said Wapu Sonk had agreed to step down effective immediately as a franchise board director but added it was "not a presumption of guilt". The allegations made by the Sydney Morning Herald relate to Mr Sonk's business dealings as managing director of Kumul Petroleum. The report claimed documents and corporate records linked Kumul Petroleum to suspect dealings with a huge Chinese government firm and a "plot to funnel contracts" to a company Mr Sonk owned in Australia. Mr Sonk was chair of the NRL PNG team bid, helping secure a $600 million backing from the Australian government. He was named on the new franchise's inaugural board in June. Mr Marape said while the matters were unrelated to the NRL franchise, they were claims that "cannot be ignored". "I have spoken to Mr Sonk and while he is currently overseas I have requested that he step down from his role ... he has agreed to do so," he said in a statement. "Mr Sonk is entitled to due process and the opportunity to clear his name. "Stepping down allows him the space to do so without casting a shadow over the franchise process or compromising the confidence of our partners." Mr Marape said his government was committed to "full transparency" and co-operation with relevant investigations. "The integrity of this national franchise is paramount. We will not allow it to be undermined by external controversy ... this moment demands clarity, accountability, and the upholding of public confidence," he said. "Our national sporting future - and our international reputation - depend on it." Comment has been sought from Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy. The PNG expansion team was officially announced in December 2024, with the team set to join the competition in 2028. At the time Mr Sonk said "the whole country will be involved" in picking a moniker and designing the jersey for the team in PNG where rugby league is the national sport. Former Canterbury Bulldogs boss Ray Dib was named PNG club chairman in June, with the Australian Rugby League Commission announcing a seven-member board. The Australian government will kick in $600 million over 10 years in an agreement that expires at the end of 2034. The man who led PNG's successful NRL bid has stood down from the expansion team's board over corruption allegations. PNG Prime Minister James Marape on Friday said Wapu Sonk had agreed to step down effective immediately as a franchise board director but added it was "not a presumption of guilt". The allegations made by the Sydney Morning Herald relate to Mr Sonk's business dealings as managing director of Kumul Petroleum. The report claimed documents and corporate records linked Kumul Petroleum to suspect dealings with a huge Chinese government firm and a "plot to funnel contracts" to a company Mr Sonk owned in Australia. Mr Sonk was chair of the NRL PNG team bid, helping secure a $600 million backing from the Australian government. He was named on the new franchise's inaugural board in June. Mr Marape said while the matters were unrelated to the NRL franchise, they were claims that "cannot be ignored". "I have spoken to Mr Sonk and while he is currently overseas I have requested that he step down from his role ... he has agreed to do so," he said in a statement. "Mr Sonk is entitled to due process and the opportunity to clear his name. "Stepping down allows him the space to do so without casting a shadow over the franchise process or compromising the confidence of our partners." Mr Marape said his government was committed to "full transparency" and co-operation with relevant investigations. "The integrity of this national franchise is paramount. We will not allow it to be undermined by external controversy ... this moment demands clarity, accountability, and the upholding of public confidence," he said. "Our national sporting future - and our international reputation - depend on it." Comment has been sought from Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy. The PNG expansion team was officially announced in December 2024, with the team set to join the competition in 2028. At the time Mr Sonk said "the whole country will be involved" in picking a moniker and designing the jersey for the team in PNG where rugby league is the national sport. Former Canterbury Bulldogs boss Ray Dib was named PNG club chairman in June, with the Australian Rugby League Commission announcing a seven-member board. The Australian government will kick in $600 million over 10 years in an agreement that expires at the end of 2034. The man who led PNG's successful NRL bid has stood down from the expansion team's board over corruption allegations. PNG Prime Minister James Marape on Friday said Wapu Sonk had agreed to step down effective immediately as a franchise board director but added it was "not a presumption of guilt". The allegations made by the Sydney Morning Herald relate to Mr Sonk's business dealings as managing director of Kumul Petroleum. The report claimed documents and corporate records linked Kumul Petroleum to suspect dealings with a huge Chinese government firm and a "plot to funnel contracts" to a company Mr Sonk owned in Australia. Mr Sonk was chair of the NRL PNG team bid, helping secure a $600 million backing from the Australian government. He was named on the new franchise's inaugural board in June. Mr Marape said while the matters were unrelated to the NRL franchise, they were claims that "cannot be ignored". "I have spoken to Mr Sonk and while he is currently overseas I have requested that he step down from his role ... he has agreed to do so," he said in a statement. "Mr Sonk is entitled to due process and the opportunity to clear his name. "Stepping down allows him the space to do so without casting a shadow over the franchise process or compromising the confidence of our partners." Mr Marape said his government was committed to "full transparency" and co-operation with relevant investigations. "The integrity of this national franchise is paramount. We will not allow it to be undermined by external controversy ... this moment demands clarity, accountability, and the upholding of public confidence," he said. "Our national sporting future - and our international reputation - depend on it." Comment has been sought from Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy. The PNG expansion team was officially announced in December 2024, with the team set to join the competition in 2028. At the time Mr Sonk said "the whole country will be involved" in picking a moniker and designing the jersey for the team in PNG where rugby league is the national sport. Former Canterbury Bulldogs boss Ray Dib was named PNG club chairman in June, with the Australian Rugby League Commission announcing a seven-member board. The Australian government will kick in $600 million over 10 years in an agreement that expires at the end of 2034.
