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- Daily Mail
Hypocrisy of the secret celebrity smokers: All the 'wellness-loving' stars who can't resist lighting up
From pop stars and Hollywood actors to wellness gurus, there are many celebrities whose fans would never expect them to smoke a cigarette or vape. Rita Ora and her husband Taika Waititi were the latest stars to surprise fans, as they lay out a platter of cigarettes for their A-list celebrity friends to enjoy at the director's 50th birthday party in Ibiza. And they are not alone, because the habit, which has been widely socially shunned since the 2007 smoking ban, is now au fait again - at least in celebrity circles. Dua Lipa and Sabrina Carpenter are among the Gen Z starlets who have been pictured sparking up. Meanwhile, Liz Hurley, Angelina Jolie, and Jennifer Aniston - who all have very healthy lifestyles - are among those who have been caught secretly lighting up. Despite campaigns raising awareness into the dangers of smoking - the habit remains the most common cause of preventable disease in the UK, raising the risk of cancer, heart disease and strokes - aim to try and make England 'smoke free' by 2030, with less than 5% of people smoking. Perhaps it's the stress of life in the spotlight, but a surprisingly high proportion of famous faces seem to enjoy a cheeky cigarette, including the famous faces below... Elizabeth Hurley Rita Ora and her husband Taika Waititi were the latest stars to surprise fans, as they lay out a platter of cigarettes for their A-list celebrity friends to enjoy at the director's 50th birthday party in Ibiza Despite being involved with raising awareness for breast cancer for many years, Elizabeth committed quite the faux pas when she opted to have a cheeky cigarette. In 2014, Elizabeth was pictured sitting in a car with the window down alongside longtime friend Patrick Cox, and she was seen puffing away as the vehicle drove off. It came shortly after an appearance on Sky News as part of her breast cancer awareness scheme. Various studies have shown that smoking tobacco increases a person's risk of developing the disease. During the interview, Elizabeth spoke out about the pain caused by her grandmother's death from the disease as she revealed she wants to speak openly about breast cancer to help other women. She said: 'My grandmother didn't really speak about it at all, when she found her lump she was too scared to tell the doctor, she didn't know anything about breast cancer. 'She assumed it was a death sentence, and unfortunately it was for her.' Elizabeth's grandmother passed away from the disease in 1992, and she recently recalled the time she showed her her scars from a double mastectomy before quickly changing the subject which she deemed to be taboo. Appearing on ITV's This Morning, she added: 'At that time, there was no pink ribbon, nobody talked about breast cancer, magazines didn't have pink months, nobody was selling products to raise money for research.' Dua Lipa surprised fans in January, when she was spotted smoking with fiance Callum Turner as they packed on the PDA in Paris despite her proudly declaring that she'd kicked the habit last year. Sitting in front of the Eiffel Tower, Dua, 29, and Callum, 34, didn't seem to have a care in the world as they only had eyes for one another while puffing on the cigarettes. However, during an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers the pop star explained that she initially gave up smoking for her Future Nostalgia tour in 2022. The singer revealed she had kicked the habit in order to make sure her vocal health was at its best - before announcing she had stopped altogether. She told host Seth: 'I was smoking cigarettes at the time... But I've stopped. I've quit, guys.' It is not clear exactly when the Houdini hitmaker began smoking, but after suffering from laryngitis in December 2021 she explained she felt the need to quit for the sake of her tour and later gushed about how much 'confidence' quitting had given her. Speaking on her At Your Service podcast, she revealed: 'I had laryngitis in December and that kind of kickstarted me quitting smoking a month earlier than I was supposed to. But I did it and I have stuck to it.' Smoking raises the risk of infections and inflammation in the voice box, while doctors warn that it can also cause the vocal cords to become irritated and dried out, which can lead to shifts in how they vibrate — and the sound that's produced. Jennifer Aniston Despite her good-girl image, Jennifer Aniston has a long history of smoking, which she has said she's since quit. But in 2022, the actress and wellness advocate was pictured lighting up amid her birthday celebrations. Her ex-husband, Justin Theroux, posted a video of the actor lighting a cigarette before it was quickly deleted off his Instagram story. Jennifer, 56, has admitted she was a chain smoker for years early in her career, regularly making her way through a pack of cigarettes a day. But in 2007, three years after finishing her hit show Friends, she decided to quit — saying the habit was affecting her health, energy and even relationships. It doesn't appear she's regularly picked up the habit again, but it also seems she hasn't put away her lighter for good. Jenna Ortega Jenna's lookalike mother Natalie works as a nurse and made sure to promote health to her followers as she posted over a dozen times Jenna Ortega shocked her young fans and was hit by plenty of backlash on social media after being seen smoking cigarettes in London in 2023, while filming Beetlejuice 2. However, the worst shade directed towards the 22-year-old star came from her own mother, who took to her Instagram Story to make some very thinly-veiled posts about the dangers of smoking. Jenna's lookalike mother Natalie works as a nurse and made sure to promote health to her followers as she posted over a dozen times. Among them was a meme of Lord Of The Rings character Gollum with text which quipped: 'Don't believe those lies about cigarettes being bad for you. I've been smoking for most my 21 years and I feel great!' Next Natalie shared an image of yellow and rotted teeth, with the warning: 'Yellow teeth are the most notorious effects of long-term smoking, but the dental damage doesn't stop there. 'People who smoke tend to develop gum disease, persistent bad breath, and other oral hygiene problems. Smokers are twice as likely to lose teeth as nonsmokers.' And she later posted a message about duties as a mother which read: 'A mother is always a mother. 'She never stops worrying about her children, even when they are all grown up and have children of their own.' Gwyneth Paltrow She famously espouses a healthy lifestyle and dedicated workout regime, but even Gwyneth Paltrow enjoyed a sneaky cigarette back in the day. The 52-year old admitted she allowed herself one cigarette per week in the May issue of Harper's Bazaar U.S. edition back in 2013. When asked about her guilty pleasures, the actress, who has her own healthy eating cookbook, said: 'My one light American Spirit that I smoke once a week, on Saturday night.' The actress went on to quit smoking but admitted to Holly Willoughby on her podcast in 2022 that, 'I miss the cigarettes' as she reflected on her crazy younger years. Angelina Jolie Angelina Jolie was once a secret smoker, but she has since opened up about the habit. The actress shared that before her turn as Lara Croft in Tomb Raider almost 25 years ago, she smoked two packs of cigarettes a day. In a Q&A with film critic Leonard Maltin at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival earlier this year, Jolie recalled playing the video game heroine, and how the role forced her to get healthy. 'I admittedly came [in] smoking two packs a day and completely had to change my health and my life and discover that I could do things I didn't know I could do,' she said. She added that the 2001 movie would go on to 'change everything' for her. Jolie went on to explain that she trained 'really hard' for Tomb Raider, which forced her to break out of her vices. Her new fit lifestyle led to her dropping her smoking routine, swapping it out for a healthier normal. 'For Tomb Raider there were a few months of just nothing but multiple training sessions a day: morning, noon and night,' the Oscar-winning star recalled. 'And I didn't want anything but good food, water, and sleep at a certain point.' 'I was in training and that's what your body [wants]… You change,' Angelina told Maltin. Once the film was completed, the Hollywood vet said about smoking cigarettes: 'I never did it again…Well, I think I did once or twice.' Rochelle Humes While she's known for her healthy lifestyle and incredible physique, Rochelle Humes has still shown she is partial to a cigarette. The singer turned businesswoman was snapped enjoying a smoke with the This Morning crew back in 2021 . Joined by Phillip Schofield and Dermot O'Leary, the group all looked in very good spirits as they congregated outside for a cigarette break, with Rochelle seen exhaling clouds of smoke while having a laugh with her showbiz pals. Abbey Clancy She's known for her jaw-dropping figure and toned physique. But when she isn't posing up a storm for fashion and lingerie campaigns Abbey Clancy is fond of a cigarette. The model has been snapped numerous times over the years enjoying a smoke while out and about with friends and night outs with husband Pete Crouch. Abbey was most recently seen in February 2023 as she smoked between takes as she filmed her Paddy Power advert in Cheltenham. The star was seen outside her trailer as she indulged in a cigarette while looking stylish in a beige trench coat and tweed hat. Previously Abbey had been spotted getting through a fair few cigarettes to steady her nerves in 2011 ahead of her wedding to Peter. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen They began their career as babies on Full House before transitioning into the fashion world with several hugely successful brands, including The Row. And Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen soon shed their child star image, as they became famous for often being snapped enjoying a smoke break together, particularly outside The Row's New York City office. There is even a dedicated Instagram account to pictures of the twins smoking called @mka_smoking, which boasts over 12,000 followers. The bio on the page - which has been featured on Variety - reads: 'There's nothing quite as soothing as a pic of Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen smoking.' While it was reported that there were 'bowls and bowls filled with cigarettes' at Mary-Kate's wedding to former husband Olivier Sarkozy in 2015, with a source declaring: 'Everyone smoked the whole night'. Ben Affleck Ben Affleck picked up smoking in 2002 when he used to get through a pack a day, according to Marca. And even his two A-list ex-wives were unable to get him to kick the habit, with the actor's smoking photos repeatedly going viral online. Before their short-lived marriage ended last year, Jennifer Lopez was reportedly trying to get Ben to quit the unhealthy habit in April last year. An Insider told OK! magazine : 'JLO loves Ben, but she's tired of his nasty cigarettes. She put up with his smoking at first because it's his only vice left and she didn't want to be a nag, but she can't stand it.' Ben's first ex-wife Jennifer Garner also thought cigarettes were 'disgusting' — and banned him from smoking around their children. The director tried to quit in 2005 when he was expecting his first daughter Violet, who is now 19 years old. But in 2017, he was seen to have picked up the cigarettes again and is said to get through an entire pack in a day when he's stressed, with his smoking photos becoming a viral meme. Ben was photographed smoking as recently as Wednesday night, as he puffed on a cigarette on the Los Angeles set of his sixth feature directorial effort Animals. Ant McPartlin ITV presenter Ant McPartlin has in recent years swapped his bad smoking habit for an e-cigarette. The I'm A Celebrity host has been spotted out and about puffing on the a vape while out walking his dogs near his home in south west London. Previously Ant had been seeing lighting up cigarettes while taking a break on set filming Britain's Got Talent and his former hit show with co-host Dec Donnelly, Saturday Night Takeaway. After an exhausting few takes, the Geordie duo enjoyed a quick break - with Ant seen enjoying a cigarette away from the camera. Becky Hill When UK songstress Becky Hill shared snaps of her recent adventures across the Pond, including at Coachella and in LA, there was one image that evoked more comments than the rest. The Crazy What Love Can Do singer shared an image of herself and DJ Charlie Boon lighting up during the transatlantic trip last month - only to be chastised by some of her followers. Some expressed surprise that the singer was a smoker, while others suggested the unhealthy habit would damage her award-winning vocals. One fan wrote: 'I think you are awesome but please don't glamourise smoking', while another added 'Can't believe you smoke' with a sad-faced emoji. A concerned commenter added: 'It can ruin your singing voice too - be careful Becky.' Others defended her right to drag on cigarettes if she wants to, saying: 'Why is everyone so sour about the smoking? Let her do what she wants.' The music artist has been spotted enjoying a cigarette on a night out for years, including while celebrating winning her first ever BRIT Award back in 2022. Sabrina Carpenter Sabrina Carpenter recently posed for an Instagram snap with a cigarette in her mouth, which she held in place using a fork. However, it is unclear if the cigarette was a prop for one of her music videos or if she has taken up the habit. Speaking to The New York Times about celebrity smokers, Jared Oviatt, the creator of the Cigfluencers Instagram account, said he has seen a rise in photos of celebrities appearing glamorous as they take a drag from their cigarettes. When he first began the account in 2021, Jared said he was having to search the archives for such photos, but now there are 'at least one or two people' snapped while smoking 'every week'. After a dip in portrayals of tobacco on-screen, Hollywood is embracing cigarettes once again. In Celine Song's new film Materalists, Dakota Johnson's character Lucy smokes throughout the film, holding a cigarette as she flirts with her ex, played by Chris Evans. Last year, a report by Truth Initiative , a non-profit organisation that campaigns against smoking, found that the number of movies featuring tobacco has increased for the first time since 2002 when researchers began tracking it in top films. The health organisation's analysis found that eight of the 10 films nominated for Best Picture at the 2025 Oscars contained tobacco imagery, with 41% of the top films released in 2023 showing tobacco compared to 35% in 2022. It also found that popular TV series streamed on platforms like Netflix and HBO are exposing young people to tobacco imagery. According to Truth Initiative, hit teen dramas like Euphoria and Stranger Things were among the most popular shows with tobacco content, as were animated series like The Simpsons and Bob's Burgers. The popularity of cigarettes has been nosediving since the 1960s, as growing awareness of the health risks put people off the habit. But up until as recently as 2007, before indoor smoking was banned, it was normal to enter a pub, club, restaurant and even the workplace and be greeted by a cloud of smoke. The indoor smoking ban, introduced by the Labour government at the time, was hailed at the time as the greatest advance in public health for half a century and followed a long campaign that began in the 1950s. While tobacco use remains at an all-time low, with figures showing only 11.9% of UK adults smoking as of 2023 , the rise in celebrities having a puff could be seen as cause for concern Statistics from HM Revenue and Customs also show that tobacco sales have declined significantly. However, some experts are worried that the black market for tobacco is thriving , as high prices of cigarettes and other tobacco products send smokers searching for cheaper, albeit illicit alternatives. But a new survey by Action on Smoking and Health appears to show that the British public is unswayed by the rich and famous's preference for a smoke. The polling, carried out by YouGov of over 11,000 adults in England , show that two-thirds (68%) of the public support the 'Smokefree Generation' policy, which would ban the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 2009. It also found that 65% of people in England want to live in a country where no one smokes, while nearly half 45% believe the government is not doing enough to tackle smoking. Smoking remains a primary concern for the government, as it seeks to bring down the 80,000 preventable deaths caused by smoking in the UK each year. In 2023, former prime minister Rishi Sunak vowed to crack down on smoking through his flagship Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which proposed a ban on vaping and smoking outdoors and aimed to ban young people from ever being able to smoke legally . Prime minister Keir Starmer confirmed in November that his government would not go ahead with the outdoor smoking ban as it would impact the hospitality sector, which is already struggling with rising operational costs and declining profit margins . However, the nationwide ban on vapes came into effect on June 1, and it is now illegal to sell single-use disposable vapes. The government also plans to extend the indoor smoking ban to specific outdoor spaces, such as children's playgrounds and areas outside schools and hospitals.
Daily Mail
4 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Sharon Stone, 67, sends temperatures soaring as she poses for racy black and white photoshoot in Harper's Bazaar Spain
Sharon Stone looked incredible as she posed for a stunning black and white photoshoot for Harper's Bazaar Spain for its September issue. The magazine chose icons who 'reinvent themselves without losing their essence' to grace the covers. Sharon, 67, put on a leggy display in one image as she slipped into a black bra and a matching mini skirt while posing on a balcony. The Basic Instinct star added height to her frame with a black heels and also sported matching sunglasses. In another look, Sharon sent temperatures soaring as she stripped off for a nearly nude look. The film star wore a sleeveless robe as she posed in an open doorway with her blonde locks slicked back. For her third outfit, the Casino actress wore a white off the shoulder faux fur garment along with a pair of white sunglasses. In her final look, Sharon clutched a tasselled dress to her chest while sporting a black long-sleeved top and matching heels. Meanwhile, Kate Moss, 51, looked incredible for her cover shoot as she posed in a dark denim jacket and matching jeans. The supermodel also sported a brown belt and let her blonde locks fall loose down her shoulders. Spanish model Esther Canadas also graced one of the September covers and cut an elegant figure in a silver blazer and a black suit. It comes after Sharon recently revealed she once went on a date with rapper Nelly, 50, who is 17 years her junior. The actress got candid about the past rumor during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen on Sunday. At one point, host Andy told the Hollywood starlet, 'I mean ... this is crazy enough that I actually might believe it.' He then asked, 'Sharon, did you go on a date with Nelly?' which prompted her to simply respond with, 'Yes, I did.' When questioned if she had gone on a second date with the 50-year-old Dilemma hitmaker, the Basic Instinct star answered, 'No, I did not.' Sharon, however, did not give further details about the date including when it had taken place. The Emmy winner was previously married to Michael Greenburg from 1984 until their split in 1987. She later tied the knot with Phil Bronstein in 1998 but their divorce was finalized six years later in 2004. The Emmy winner was previously married to Michael Greenburg from 1984 until their split in 1987. She later tied the knot with Phil Bronstein in 1998 but their divorce was finalized six years later in 2004. The star is also mom to three adopted sons: Roan, 25, Laird, 20, and Quinn, 19.
Times
5 hours ago
- Times
This trendy hotel is home to Madrid's coolest rooftop pool
White is the new black at this Madrid hotspot, where the cool fashion crowd rub shoulders with well-booted travellers at the flashy infinity pool or in the basement club. The Edition brand's dazzling white signature spiral staircase leads from street level to the bright white lobby, where the chalky palette is offset by colourful statement pieces: the cobalt blue pool table, the backlit green bottles that line the lobby bar, the mellow pink lighting in the vaulted hallway. The brainchild of Studio 54 creator Ian Schrager, Edition hotels are known for their personalised service and one-of-a-kind food, drinks and entertainment. The Madrid outpost is no exception, with four bars and restaurants and a vibey nightclub, not to mention the Spanish capital's hottest rooftop scene. This article contains affiliate links that will earn us revenue Score 9/10If you didn't think white on white could be a colour scheme, you haven't stayed at an Edition hotel. Each of the Madrid Edition's 177 guest rooms, 21 suites and two penthouse suites (including connecting rooms ideal for families) follows the same all-white, ultra-minimalist vibe. There is nothing sterile about it — instead the whiteness feels clean, calming and sexy. The smallest 29 sq m Superior rooms have king beds and views of the interior courtyard. Studio Terrace rooms come with a private outdoor terrace with views of the historic neighbourhood. At the very top end, there's the Madrid Penthouse Suite, a 162 sq m two-storey affair with a huge, fully furnished terrace space, including a private pool. All the rooms feature baroque-inspired headboards and grey furry throws. Timeless bathrooms in stone and rose gold are deliciously infused with the addictive scent of Edition's signature Le Labo bath amenities. Score 9/10Edition hotels are like urban resorts, designed to entice their guests to stay put. They are also vibrant meeting points for the local who's who. The Madrid Edition has this balance down pat. The culinary highlight is Oroya, where the notable chef Diego Muñoz wows with his flavour-packed Peruvian dishes in an exuberantly colourful, plant-filled rooftop space with a large outdoor terrace. Scarpetta serves fresh signature pastas, made daily, alongside the likes of ribeye and Iberian pork chops. The Lobby Bar is loungey, while the Punch Room is dark and sultry. As for the basement Mistica club, it is making a name for itself as one of Madrid's most exclusive nightlife destinations. • More great hotels in Madrid• Discover our full guide to Madrid Score 8/10With its sprawling infinity pool, the roof of the Madrid Edition is the place to see and be seen on scorching summer days. As the temperature cools, bag one of the sunset-facing, bright-white sunbeds and gaze at the sky shifting from pink to deep orange over the terracotta-coloured rooftops of Madrid's old town. The 24-hour gym is large and well-equipped (but sadly windowless), while the spa has five treatment rooms offering experiences like the Edition signature massage using the brand's exclusive Le Labo oil. Don't forget to check out the extensive culture and entertainment programme that features everything from live music to DJ sessions, guest bartender events and culinary pop-ups. Score 9/10There is no better location if you're looking to explore Madrid on foot. Shopaholics will spend hours at the next-door El Corte Ingles department store, while night owls will want to sample Madrid's favourite late night/early morning snack (the local equivalent of a doner kebab, if you will) of churros and hot chocolate from the 24-hour Chocolateria San Gines that has been serving hungry Madrileños since 1894. As for the major tourist sites, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Gran Via, Mercado de San Miguel, the Opera House and the Royal Palace are all less than a ten-minute stroll away. The downside to this ultra-central location is the traffic, which tends to be chaotic, so allow at least an extra 15 minutes if you are trying to leave by taxi. Price room-only doubles from £278Restaurant mains from £20Family-friendly YAccessible N Isabelle Kliger was a guest of the Madrid Edition ( • Best affordable hotels in Madrid• Best things to do in Madrid
