How she's changed: Pouty Abbey Crouch is unrecognisable from her fresh-faced teen years

By Andrea MagrathChanging face: Abbey is sporting plumped-up lips and blonde hair these daysThe staggering bright blue eyes are the exact same... but that's about where the similarities between this pretty young woman and the Abbey Crouch we know today end.Posing confidently with highlights in her brunette hair and her vest pulled up to expose her midriff, she was a fresh-faced 18-year-old.This was Abbey Crouch (née Clancy) in her days in girl band Genie Queen in 2004.WAG-over: Abbey Clancy, pictured today, is unrecognisable from this picture of her at 18 in her Genie Queen girl band daysTwo years later, she would make it to the finals of Britain's Next Top Model and catch the eye of footballer Peter Crouch. Despite losing out to Lianna Fowler,...

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Has French actress Melanie Laurent snared Sexiest Man Alive Bradley Cooper?

By Sarah BullLaurent were spotted on a date in Paris last nightHe's one of Hollywood's most eligible bachelors after being voted the Sexiest Man Alive by America's People magazine two weeks ago.But it looks like he may no longer be single after he was spotted out and about in Paris with French actress Melanie Laurent.The 36-year-old actor, who is fluent in French, was spotted enjoying a romantic evening in the City of Lights with the Inglourious Basterds beauty, 28.Something to smile about: Cooper and Laurent look pleased as they head to a waiting carThey met at the La Comédie de Champs Elysées theatre to watch the production of Job, Ou L'Errance De Juste, before retreating to his hotel for dinner. The couple looked relaxed in each others...

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The eyes have it: The A-list love it, but can you bear the panda look?

By Claire ColemanMake-up aficionados might wax lyrical about nude make-up or statement lips, but for a show-stealing look this party season, the eyes have it. And not just any eyes: we’re talking kohl-heavy, slick-lined, panda-style eyes, as favoured by Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, and her sister, Pippa. Kate Winslet sports the look on the cover of November’s Harper’s Bazaar, and Victoria Beckham and Carol Vorderman have been going extra heavy with the eye pencil.Smokey: Kate Middleton, left, and actress Emma Watson are big fans of the kohl-rimmed lookStarry-eyed: A-listers Sarah Jessica Parker and Victoria Beckham specialise in creating the perfect peepersSparkling: Dannii Minogue and Keira Knightley ensure their eyes pop by applying mascara...

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Daniel Craig brands the Kardashians 'f***ing idiots' for making careers out of their private lives

By Sarah BullThey have made millions from living their lives in the public eye thanks to their reality television shows.But one person who is less than impressed by the Kardashian family is Daniel Craig, who launched an astonishing foul-mouthed rant at the brood, headed by Kim Kardashian, in a new interview with GQ magazine.The James Bond star labelled the clan 'f***ing idiots' and criticised those who 'sell' themselves and then make demands about their private lives.Rant: Daniel Craig has labelled the Kardashians 'f*****g idiots' for making a career out of their private livesCraig, who managed to keep his marriage to Rachel Weisz under wraps in the summer, told the January edition of GQ magazine: 'I think there's a lot to be said for keeping...

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Another Kardashian on the way! Kourtney announces she is pregnant with baby number two

By Andrea MagrathSurprise! Kourtney Kardashian has revealed she is pregnant with her second childKourtney Kardashian is pregnant with baby number two.The 32-year-old reality star has revealed that she is just nine weeks into her second pregnancy.Kourtney and partner Scott Disick, 28, already have a son Mason, who turns two on December 14.In a statement to E! Kardashian said: 'Scott and I are so excited to announce that we are expecting our second child and are thrilled to be expanding the love in our family.'Kourtney first revealed the news to this week's issue of Us Weekly. The older sibling of Kim and Khloé told how she woke partner Scott up at seven o'clock after taking a positive pregnancy test to share the news. And Kourtney was so excited,...

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Woman reveals horrific damage to her face after it was injected with cement and tyre sealant by 'butt implant doctor'

By Chris Murphy and Tamara AbrahamAn alleged victim of 'fake doctor' Oneal Ron Morris has come forward to show the horrific state of her face after it was injected with a toxic mixture of cement and tyre sealant.Rajee Narinesingh, 48, from Miami, Florida, says her face was ruined by Morris, who had just been released from custody after she was accused of administering the potentially lethal shots to another victim.Ms Narinesingh, who, like Morris, 30, was born a man, but lives as a woman, said she suffered acutely lumpy cheeks, misshapen chin and ballooning upper lip after the back room beauty treatment.Back room beauty treatment: Rajee Narinesingh, 48, from Miami, Florida, says her face was destroyed after it was injected with a toxic mixture...

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Is this the most awkward first kiss ever? Newlyweds in trailer for Virgin Diaries series become YouTube stars (and the show hasn’t even aired yet)

By Daisy DumasWhere a finely-honed balance of affection and appropriateness normally rules wedding first kisses, TLC's new show, Virgin Diaries, delivers a brilliantly left-field version of toe-curling awkwardness.From the newly-married couple's bizarre stance to their gnashing jaws, it seems that for this couple - who have never before kissed - there may be some long-overdue familiarising to do.Theirs is one tale in the network's new series which launches this Sunday. Scroll down to see YouTube clip...Is it in his kiss: TLC's new show, Virgin Brides, sees one highly awkward first kiss play out in front of camerasThe show's applaudably candid stars have chosen to abstain from sex because of religion or lifestyle - or have simply found themselves...

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What WILL she pack? How Royal protocol will see Kate change several times a day for first Christmas at Sandringham

By Maysa RawiWardrobe dilemma: The Duchess of Cambridge will need an outfit for church, including a hat, a long dress for dinner and at least one other for lunchSpending your first Christmas with the in-laws can be a daunting experience.But when the occasion involves the Royal family, nerve-racking is a more fitting description.The Duchess of Cambridge faces the ultimate wardrobe dilemma for her upcoming stay at Sandringham - where she could be expected to change outfits several times in one day.It's no wonder Kate has been spotted shopping on the King's Road recently, probably in search of suitable pieces for her upcoming trip.Thankfully the Duchess has a natural instinct for appropriate attire and will no doubt look near perfect for every...

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I'm nobody's puppet! X Factor reject Janet Devlin strums a guitar as she flies on home to Belfast

By Holly Thomas and Marcus BarnesBack home: Janet Devlin poses with her mother and easyJet crew after flying back to Belfast last nightAll they need now is a campfire, as Janet Devlin posed with easyJet staff and her mother during a flight back to Belfast last night.The Irish teenager clutched her guitar on the empty flight, determined to highlight she is a real musician who writes her own songs.Less than 24 hours after being voted off the X Factor, Janet Devlin had already turned on the show saying it turned her into a karaoke singer. The 17-year-old lost out to fellow singer Misha B on Sunday night, but said she could have gone further if she'd have been a 'puppet' and done exactly what she was told. Janet lashed out at the show during an...

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