Aussie ‘it’ girl rejects overnight success label
She is one of the rising Australian stars in Hollywood but Alycia Debnam-Carey says it takes a lot to make it. Here, the Dior ambassador reveals how ‘blind naïveté’ played a part in her success.
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‘Lines get blurred’: Kid Laroi’s confession
The Kid Laroi opens up about his huge success in the US and why the Australian singer’s work ‘seeps into my personal life’.
Weird reactions to Muriel’s Wedding
The director of Muriel’s Wedding admits he thought ‘no-one would get’ the movie when it was released, while actor Rachel Griffiths reveals how Hollywood reacted.
Ex-Yellow Wiggle: ‘Never seen parents so scared’
In a candid interview, Emma Watkins discusses her time as a Wiggle, working alongside her husband and separating herself from her alter-egos.
Bizarre response to McEvoy’s Olympic gold medal
The better swimmer Cameron McEvoy trained, the worse he performed on race day – so he made a huge change that resulted in an Olympic gold medal. And while his rivals want to learn his secrets, Australian swimming officials are yet to pick up the phone.
‘Sneaking away’: Star’s guilty office act
Entrepreneur Zoë Foster Blake opens up about how she balances her career and personal life in a revealing new interview.
Aussie leading the NBA’s fashion charge
From the court to the catwalk, NBA star Dyson Daniels is making a play for the spotlight, as he reflects on the ‘curveball’ of being traded – and his next move.
Sunrise contributor addresses dating speculation
Sarah Di Lorenzo on the rumours about her love life that had her linked to a Sunrise co-star and the personal history that informs her latest book.
Inside ex-bikini mogul Erin Deering’s political move
Fashion mogul Erin Deering reveals why she is running for office and ‘having a real crack’, as she unveils the follow up to her mega successful swimwear brand, Triangl.
Seven star fires back at critics
Mark Humphries – the host of Seven’s controversial satirical news bulletin – has shared a blunt message for his haters, branding the reaction to his segment as ‘bizarre’.
Sienna Miller gets real about motherhood
As one of Hollywood’s most stylish celebrities, Sienna Miller is used to the spotlight. Here, the 42-year-old opens up about fame – and the birth of her second baby last year.
MAFS star: ‘I’d probably just have gone on Tinder’
Former Married At First Sight star Lucinda Light takes aim at dating apps and explains why going on the reality series ‘felt like a giant slap’ – as she opens up about her relationship status.
Why Deb Mailman never tried to crack Hollywood
She has won Logies and starred in beloved Aussie dramas. Now, Deborah Mailman opens up about why she didn’t seek international fame.
Star on rumoured Pulp Fiction sequel
As he unveils his latest Hollywood role, star Samuel L Jackson reflects on whether he’d work with Quentin Tarantino again – and reveals the Pulp Fiction director has ‘just disappeared’.
Paris Hilton, nose jobs: The price of being ‘hot’
Froomes knows how much it takes to be ‘hot’. Now, the mega influencer and author reveals just how much her quest to be attractive cost her.
‘I couldn’t breathe’: Mollie O reveals anxiety attack before gold medal
Mollie O’Callaghan has sometimes struggled in the spotlight as an Australian swimming superstar. Now, she has revealed what really happened at the Paris Olympics – and the anxiety that overwhelmed her.
Aussie pop star reveals new reality TV show
With her eye-popping aesthetic, Australian singer Behani believes she is made for international stardom, as she unveils her upcoming reality series.
Gold medallist as you’ve never seen her
Surviving a horrific cycling accident was a feat in itself for Alexa Leary. After stealing the spotlight in Paris, read about her incredible story.
‘Micro-ambitions’: Tim Minchin’s rules for life
In the wake of his viral speech, comedy star Tim Minchin reflects on his nine life lessons – and why he’s ‘not getting sucked into drama’ on social media.
Angie Kent: ‘Being a Barbie didn’t sit well with me’
She is known for her bubbly personality but former Bachelorette star Angie Kent has been facing a private family health battle.
Simone Holtznagel breaks silence over shock split
Weeks after giving birth to their baby, Simone Holtznagel’s relationship with celebrity trainer Jono Castano was over. She reveals for the first time what happened in the aftermath of their breakup.
Why Vince Vaughn isn’t making Swingers sequel
He has starred in some of Hollywood’s most bankable comedies. But Vince Vaughn has a good reason why he has so far refused to ‘cash in’ and make sequels. Here, he explains why.
Why Hollywood said no to X-rated movie title
It’s the movie everyone is talking about – Zoe Kravitz’s directorial debut, Blink Twice. Now, one of its stars has revealed the real reason its title was changed from ‘Pussy Island’.
Big Little Lies author on third season rumours
A series of deeply moving personal events influenced Australian author Liane Moriarty’s new novel, as she reveals what she really thinks about Big Little Lies’ rumoured third season.
Tara Moss: Why my divorce ‘wasn’t a failure’
After battling a debilitating pain disorder, Tara Rae Moss is writing a new chapter – as she provides an update on the real reason she changed her name.
‘Glamour gap’: Kate Langbroek on gender beauty divide
Comedian and TV personality Kate Langbroek muses on the so-called ‘glamour gap’ that separates men and women and why she ‘can’t be arsed’ to uphold society’s beauty standards.
Why Mia Fevola doesn’t want to be a WAG
Mia Fevola, the stepdaughter of former AFL star Brendan Fevola, responds to trolls, dating speculation – and reveals her big ambitions beyond internet fame.
Lisa McCune
Lisa McCune is not only one of Australia’s most successful screen and theatre actors, earning an impressive collection of awards, including ten Logies, four of them Gold.
Brooke Blurton talks grief, healing and the mixed emotions of Mother’s Day
She lost her mother at age 11 and became a matriarch to her four siblings. Now, Brooke Blurton reflects on her mum’s legacy as she marks the difficult emotions around Mother’s Day.
Real reason viral star Ellie Gonsalves ‘doesn’t want children’
When Australian model and influencer Ellie Gonsalves shared a list of the 118 reasons she doesn’t want children, it prompted intense backlash. Here, she explains why her critics missed the point.
Why Ada Nicodemou says she’s ‘not perfect’
Home and Away star Ada Nicodemou says she isn’t striving for perfection, and is embracing the ‘unscripted, unpredictable’ side of life – and motherhood.
Secret behind Fifi Box’s new relationship
Her daughter’s tantrum in the playground prompted Fifi Box’s chance meeting with her now-boyfriend, as the radio star details how the pair’s romance started.
Julia Fox: ‘I won’t let a man define me’
Julia Fox’s romance with rapper Kanye West in the aftermath of his divorce from Kim Kardashian made headlines. Now, she takes on head-turning fashion and why she doesn’t want to date a ‘celebrity’ again.
Edwina Bartholomew: ‘There’s nothing sexy about ageing’
The Sunrise presenter reveals what she has learnt since turning 40 – and the real reason growing older isn’t as scary as she thought.
Em Rusciano: ‘It took me down’
Media personality Em Rusciano reveals how being accused by a fellow comedian last year of faking her autism diagnosis was her ‘worst fear’, and prompted her to carry around a copy of her diagnostic report.
Dr Chris Brown: ‘The right girl will be there at the right time’
As he marks a new era in his professional life, Dr Chris Brown addresses the speculation about his personal life – and reveals why he is taking his ‘sweet time’.
Simone’s revealing first baby interview
Australian model Simone Holtznagel details the ‘overwhelming’ experience of giving birth to her first baby Gia, as the new mum and her partner, Jono Castano, pose in an adorable family shoot.
‘It’s not possible it won’t work’: Failure not an option for Kyle, Jackie O
Ahead of their biggest move in radio to date, Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O reveal why failure isn’t an option – and the reason Kyle thinks he’s a feminist, as the pair pose in a high-fashion shoot.
Sonia Kruger: ‘My life flashed before my eyes’
The Gold Logie-winner recounts some of the most cringe-worthy moments of her career, taking comfort in the fact that when it comes to eyebrow-raising situations, nobody gets a free pass.
Edwina: ‘I don’t give a sh*t about mother’s guilt’
Sunrise presenter Edwina Bartholomew explains why she won’t be shamed into feeling bad about her parenting choices – and the controversy that erupted when she revealed she and her husband ‘live separately’.
Victoria: ‘I like to have a point of view’
As she celebrated her 50th birthday with an A-list party and mini Spice Girls reunion, Victoria Beckham spoke to Stellar about her beauty and fashion empire.
Nicole Kidman on the news that left her ‘speechless’
In her own words and photographed by her daughter Sunday Rose, Nicole Kidman reflects on her iconic roles, as she prepares to be the first Australian to receive a prestigious Hollywood award.
Sarah Roberts confirms split from Home and Away star
In an emotional interview, Australian actor Sarah Roberts reveals why she and Home And Away star James Stewart have ended their marriage.
Tommy on marriage, fatherhood and THOSE Bachelor rumours
Comedian Tommy Little has addressed speculation he is being courted to be The Bachelor, as well as revealing his plans to start a family and declaring he thinks marriage is ‘pretty redundant’.
Red Wiggle’s surprising pregnancy confession
She is making history as the first pregnant Wiggle. Now Caterina Mete – AKA the Red Wiggle – reveals why she is choosing motherhood on her own terms via an anonymous donor.
Awesome foursome: Gold medal stars as you’ve never seen them
They won gold in Tokyo and now Ariarne Titmus, Emma McKeon, Kaylee McKeown and Mollie O’Callaghan aim to dominate the pool again in Paris with just over 100 days until the Olympics.
Hathaway blasts ageism: ‘I want to exist’
As she steps into her latest Hollywood role, Anne Hathaway is taking aim at sexism and ageism on the big screen – and reveals the truth behind how she handles risque scenes.
Hamish Blake on what really happened at the Logies
It was the moment that had everyone talking at the Logies – cameras cut to an unimpressed looking Hamish Blake during Sonia Kruger’s speech. Now, the Lego Masters host explains the real story.
Why Armytage is asked to ‘play matchmaker’
Since leaving her role at Sunrise, Samantha Armytage has been inundated with requests to play matchmaker – and this is the reason why.
‘State of fear’: Why Erin Molan finally asked for help
In an exclusive column for Stellar, Erin Molan reveals the real reason she made a huge personal change – and why ‘healing is one of the hardest things I’ve undertaken’.
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