Kate Winslet is renovating her farmhouse, replacing a basement pool with a gym. Also, Princess Beatrice's stylist is expecting a baby boy, Charlotte Raven's will reveals a complex marital situation, and a Real Housewife launches a pop career, plus Livia Firth calls for a Met Gala protest.
Kate Winslet , renowned for her powerful performances including the iconic role in Titanic, is undertaking significant renovations at her West Sussex farmhouse. The actress, who once described her Oscar-nominated performance as an ordeal, is replacing her basement pool with a gym, seeking a more suitable space for her favored power yoga practice.
This decision stems, perhaps, from a memorable and challenging scene in Titanic where she was submerged underwater for an extended period, a memory that clearly resonated with her. Beyond the pool removal, Winslet plans a series of improvements to the property, which she purchased in 2013 for £3.25 million.
These include installing a new glass door for the sauna, adding new steps to the basement, converting a family bathroom into an en-suite bedroom, and demolishing a kitchen wall and a playroom. She is also addressing structural issues by replacing two rotted second-floor windows. Notably, Winslet has already invested in protecting the property from the elements, having constructed a 500ft sea wall to prevent flooding during high tide.
Despite the pool's removal, she maintains a love for water activities, having added an outdoor pool, pool house, outdoor kitchen, barbecue, and wood-burning stove to the estate. She remains an active member of her local sailing club and continues to enjoy outdoor swimming. In other news, Olivia Buckingham, the stylist credited with transforming Princess Beatrice’s fashion sense, is expecting a baby boy. Buckingham has kept the father’s identity private but subtly revealed the gender through a blue-themed baby shower.
The event, designed by Alice Naylor-Leyland, was shared online with a heartfelt message from Buckingham expressing her joy. Meanwhile, the recently published will of author Charlotte Raven, who tragically passed away from Huntington’s disease at the age of 55, reveals a complex marital situation. Raven stipulated that her £1 million estate should go to her husband, Tom Sheahan, 'if I am still married to him.
' Despite a decree nisi being granted, the couple never finalized their divorce, remaining legally married at the time of her death. This detail highlights Raven’s foresight and self-awareness in planning for her future.
Finally, Amanda Cronin, a star of The Real Housewives of London, is embarking on a new career path as a pop singer. She is releasing her debut single, 'Back To Paddington,' inspired by a viral moment from the reality show. Cronin, 57, expresses her excitement about reinventing herself and inspiring other women over 50 to pursue their passions. She hopes the song will become a summer hit and is proud to be challenging age-related stereotypes.
Separately, Colin Firth’s ex-wife, Livia, has issued a call to action for the fashion industry, urging designers and celebrities to protest the Met Gala’s sponsorship by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. She believes this year’s event feels particularly problematic and challenges those attending to use their platform to make a statement against the sponsorship
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