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Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
How did Mick Hucknall simply bed so many women? What happened to the unlikely top lothario of the 90s who boasted of 'three lovers every day' despite being 'not a very good-looking guy'
He was perhaps the most unlikely lothario of the 1990s, after growing up 'feeling ugly' and being mocked for his distinctive red hair. Yet Simply Red frontman Mick Hucknall's roster of exes reads like a who's who of some of the world's most beautiful women, including a relationship with Catherine Zeta-Jones in 1998, a short-lived romance with Ulrika Jonsson and liaisons with model Helena Christensen, Melanie Sykes, Lady Victoria Hervey, and Steffi Graf. Another of his notable romances was with former ' EastEnders ' actress Martine McCutcheon, who claims that the pair went on a disastrous date in 1996 that ended with her vomiting in his dreadlocks - a story Mick has furiously denied as a 'sad little fantasy'. Meanwhile, one of his would-be conquests Brigitte Nilsen somewhat unkindly described the singer as 'not a very good-looking guy', but hinted at what so many women saw in him, saying he was 'outrageous, friendly and really cool'. Given his very colourful past, it's perhaps no wonder that his new concert film has been slapped with a trigger warning about 'sexual' content because of lyrics about sex and drinking, with the singer previously admitting to his fondness for booze - as well as trying 'every drug'. Now a reformed hellraise. he lives with his wife Gabriella Wesberry, who he married at Forter Castle in Perthshire, Scotland, in 2005, and their 17-year-old daughter Romy True. While discussing his love life in 2010, Mick famously said: 'Between 1985 - 1987, I would sleep with about three women a day, every day. 'I never said no. This was what I wanted from being a pop star. I was living the dream and my only regret is that I hurt some really good girls.' A documentary in 2004, entitled Is She Really Going Out With Him? added to the speculation after it claimed that the singer had slept with more than 3,000 women. Then in 2006, when asked by the Daily Mail whether reports about his trysts was true, Mick said: 'No, I'm guilty. It's life's experience. I think it's searching for approval. Love me, admire me - something like that. 'In most cases, though, it usually had to do with being drunk. You go into any city centre on a Friday or Saturday night and you see it going on all over the world. 'There's nothing particularly unusual about it but because of being famous it gets reported, it gets blown up. Ultimately, it doesn't make you happy.' However in 2012 he tried to correct the figure, telling the Irish Independent: 'If you actually take a look at what I said in the infamous interview and what the editor introduced, you can see that they are slightly different. 'I didn't apologise to 3,000 women. The 3,000 wasn't my figure. That was the editor's figure.' And in 2019, Mick again denied the claim, saying that the interview where he revealed the amount of women he had bed, was taken 'wildly out of context' Speaking candidly to Rob McGibbon for The Sunday Times, the singer revealed that when he said: 'In the crazy days, it was screaming girls everywhere and it felt like you were sleeping with three women a day,' - that it wasn't a literal number.' However, the singer, did admit to living a playboy lifestyle when his career was at its peak, which involved 'a lot of' alcohol and drugs. He went on to say in the frank interview that his past confessions were 'conflated'. But when asked what the real number was, he said: 'I have no idea. I don't put chips on the bedposts. 'I haven't a clue and have never thought about calculating.' One conquest that did not come to pass was his attempt at wooing Brigitte Nielsen who he invited to have a bath with him when she ended up back at his flat in Manchester at 3am. 'He lit more candles in his purple bathroom, put some music on, then we were in the water,' she recalled in her autobiography. While she did take a dip with the hitmaker, things went no further. 'Now Mick is many things but one thing he's not is a very good-looking guy. However what he does have is this expression of someone who knows he's totally outrageous and yet very friendly, really cool,' she said. 'So I was just winging it and there we were, taking a bath together. We talked about ourselves and nothing happened. To be honest, even if you'd paid me I couldn't have gone to bed with the guy.' During an apperance on Loose Women, Martin McCutcheon also had warm words for the star, saying he was a 'gentleman' when they dated back in 1996, especially after an embarassing incident when she was sick in his dreadlock on the way home from a night out. 'He had the dreadlocks in and the dreadlocks flicked everywhere like that. Not long after that, he had to cut his dreadlocks off,' she said. According to the former EastEnders star they continued to see each other after the incident and remained friends, but Mick was so furious by her claims, which she made on an episode of Loose Women, he took to X to give his side of the story. Accusing Martine of 'dining out on a lie', the singer wrote: 'You vomited all over my driver's car, not my hair. He was furious. 'You were so paralytic we had to put you to bed. As he will attest to. It's a cheap, face-saving story. 'So pls desist, show a little grace. You embarrass yourself with your sad little fantasy.' The story is not the only element of Mick's past that has been called into question with the singer giving varying accounts as to the true level of his philandering. His Lothario image made its way back into the limelight this week after it was reported Simply Red's new concert film comes with a few warnings from the British Board of Classification, despite being rated a U, meaning it's suitable for everyone. The recording of a live concert in Chile in March 2025, which is hitting screens on Thursday, celebrates 40 years of hits from the soul and pop band fronted by singer-songwriter Mick. According to The Sun, viewers have been warned about the lyrics that reference 'making love and sexual attraction'. The BBFC warns: 'Song lyrics occasionally make brief, undetailed verbal references to 'making love' and to sexual attraction. 'There is infrequent very mild bad language ('damn') and people are briefly shown drinking alcohol.' The new film, which is being released to celebrate the iconic Manchester band's 40th anniversary, showcases spectacular performance from their recent tour in Santiago, Chile. The movie's description reads: 'Holding Back The Years: 40 Years of Simply Red – Live from Santiago' captures the band's electrifying performance at the Movistar Arena in Chile, where they played five consecutive sold-out shows to rapturous audiences as part of their Latin American tour leg, which saw them perform to over 140,000 fans. 'This special cinema event will give fans the opportunity to experience the energy and emotion of Simply Red's 40th Anniversary Tour on the big screen.
Daily Mail
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Helena Christensen, 56, shows off her supermodel figure in a pink swimsuit as she enjoys a plunge at the Eden Roc Hotel during Cannes Film Festival
Helena Christensen was spotted enjoying a dip in the sea at the swanky Eden Roc hotel on Monday during the 78th Cannes Film Festival. The supermodel, 56, showed off her incredible model figure as she slipped into a fuchsia swimsuit while sunning herself on the iconic hotel's sundeck. The Danish native flaunted her enviable figure as she enjoyed a relaxing dip in the sea while staying at the celebrity favourite hotspot in the French Riviera. Helena's brunette locks were slicked back following the dip in the water and she went make-up free, showing off her natural beauty. She accessorised her poolside look with a pair of purple-tinted shades, shielding her eyes from the rays. This year's Cannes Film Festival is taking place in the wake of Trump´s vow to enact tariffs on international films. The supermodel, 56, showed off her incredible model figure as she slipped into a fuchsia swimsuit while sunning herself on the iconic hotel's sundeck Cannes, where filmmakers, sales agents and journalists gather from around the world, is the Olympics of the big screen, with its own golden prize, the Palme d´Or, to give out at the end. Filmmakers come from nearly every corner of the globe to showcase their films while dealmakers work through the night to sell finished films or packaged productions to various territories. 'You release a film into that Colosseum-like situation,' says Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, who´s returning to Cannes with 'The Secret Agent, a thriller set during Brazil ´s dictatorship. Filmmakers come from nearly every corner of the globe to showcase their films while dealmakers work through the night to sell finished films or packaged productions to various territories. 'You´ve got to really prepare for the whole experience because it´s quite intense - not very far from the feeling of approaching a roller coaster as you go up the steps at the Palais.' Trump sent shock waves through Hollywood and the international film community when he announced on May 4 that all movies ' produced in Foreign Lands ' will face 100 percent tariffs. The White House has said no final decisions have been made. Options being explored include federal incentives for U.S.-based productions, rather than tariffs. But the announcement was a reminder of how international tensions can destabilize even the oldest cultural institutions. The Cannes Film Festival originally emerged in the World War II years, when the rise of fascism in Italy led to the founding of an alternative to the then-government controlled Venice Film Festival. The catwalk legend was snapped climbing up a ladder after she went for a swim In the time since, Cannes´ resolute commitment to cinema has made it a beacon to filmmakers. Countless directors have come to make their name. This year is no different, though some of the first-time filmmakers at Cannes are already particularly well-known. Kristen Stewart (The Chronology of Water), Scarlett Johansson (Eleanor the Great) and Harris Dickinson (Urchin) have all unveiled their feature directorial debuts in Cannes´ Un Certain Regard sidebar section. Many Cannes veterans have returned, including Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning), Robert De Niro - who received an honorary Palme d´Or 49 years after Taxi Driver premiered in Cannes - and Quentin Tarantino, who paid tribute to low-budget Western director George Sherman. Meanwhile Scarlett's directorial debut Eleanor The Great, will be unveiled on May 20. However, in the wake of his legal battle with former co-star Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni is not expected to attend. Over recent years the star-studded extravaganza has arguably won more attention for the outfits worn by its celebrity guests than the roster of feature films being screened on the Croisette. But new nudity rules, devised for 'the sake of decency,' have been implemented at this year's festival. According to organisers, the austere move is an attempt to stifle the celebrity trend for 'naked dresses' - namely provocative outfits that reveal considerably more than they conceal - on the red carpet. 'For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as any other area of the festival,' states a Cannes festival document. 'The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.' The surprise new policy features in a recent festival-goers charter - released with a series of outlines regarding expected public behaviour. Guests are expected to converge on the Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière for some of the highest profile film screenings across a packed two-week schedule in Cannes. It's understood that the iconic venue now adopts a more conservative dress code, with suits, dinner jackets and floor-length evening gowns generally favoured over headline grabbing ensembles. Classic little black dresses, cocktail dresses, pant-suits, dressy tops and elegant sandals, 'with or without a heel', will also be permitted. While the decision to implement a more stringent policy will be a first, it is not known if French TV broadcasters, wary of airing nudity, played a role in its enforcement. Major red carpet events, including the Cannes Film Festival, are aired in France by France Télévisions Recently attracting more models and influencers than actors and filmmakers, the annual ceremony has seen an increase in risque red carpet fashion statements. In 2021, American supermodel Bella Hadid bared her cleavage in a plunging black gown while attending a screening of Tre Piani (Three Floors). She pulled a similar stunt three years later, with guests at the 2024 gala left speechless after she attended the premiere of Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice completely braless beneath a sheer brown evening dress.
Daily Mail
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Helena flaunts her figure in a stunning blue dress at Cannes
Helena Christensen showcased a stunning blue dress at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday. The model, 56, enjoyed the sunny weather on the French Riviera. She cut a casually stylish figure outside the Hotel Martinez following the festival's ban on risque outfits. Stylish: The model enjoyed the sunny weather in the south of France The garment emphasised her enviable waist and assets with two cut out sections below the bosom On Friday, Helena attended the screening of singer Bono's new film, Bono: Stories Of Surrender. Her outfit consisted of a long, pink cocktail dress and oversized featured scarf. Different look: Helena's outfit on Friday was classy yet conservative The surprise new policy features in a recent festival-goers charter - released with a series of outlines regarding expected public behavior. Guests are expected to converge on the Grand Auditorium Louis Lumiere for some of the highest profile film screenings across a packed seven-day schedule in Cannes.
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Helena Christensen, 56, shows off her enviable figure in a plunging blue dress as she leaves her hotel at the Cannes Film Festival
Helena Christensen showed off her enviable figure on Sunday as she stepped out on day six of the Cannes Film Festival in a plunging blue dress. The model posed up a storm in her laid-back look as she enjoyed the sunny weather at the French Riviera. Helena's look, however, still relatively conservative following the festival's ban on risqué outfits and stretched down to the model's ankles. She cut a casually stylish figure outside the Hotel Martinez, pairing the dress with black flip-flops, a pink bag and oversized brown sunglasses. The look was finished by her decision to pin back her hair, creating a cool look for the summer sunshine. The Victoria's Secret model has been enjoying the festival since Wednesday, attending the opening ceremony and screening of Quentin Dupieux's new comedy film, Le Deuxieme Acte. The model posed up a storm in her laid-back look as she enjoyed the sunny weather at the French Riviera On Friday, Helena attended the screening of Bono's new film, Bono: Stories of Surrender. Her outfit then was even more show-stopping and consisted of a long, pink cocktail dress and oversized featured scarf. This too was in-keeping with the new modesty rules that have dramatically changed the looks showcased at Cannes in 2025. Devised for 'the sake of decency,' the austere move is an attempt to stifle the celebrity trend for 'naked dresses' - namely provocative outfits that reveal considerably more than they conceal - on the red carpet. 'For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as any other area of the festival,' states a Cannes festival document. 'The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.' The new rules come amid increased controversy caused by naked dresses this year, with Bianca Censori notably causing outrage at the 2025 Grammy Awards by wearing a completely see-through garment. The shocking outfit was initially hidden by a fur coat, which Bianca removed at the request of her husband Kanye West. However, it is not just the stars who are expected to cover up at this year's event, so too are attendees. The surprise new policy features in a recent festival-goers charter - released with a series of outlines regarding expected public behaviour. Guests are expected to converge on the Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière for some of the highest profile film screenings across a packed seven day schedule in Cannes. It's understood that the iconic venue now adopts a more conservative dress code, with suits, dinner jackets and floor-length evening gowns generally favoured over headline-grabbing ensembles. Classic little black dresses, cocktail dresses, pant-suits, dressy tops and elegant sandals, 'with or without a heel', will also be permitted. While the decision to implement a more stringent policy will be a first, it is not known if French TV broadcasters, wary of airing nudity, played a role in its enforcement.
Associated Press
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
CAMPARI'S STAR-STUDDED EVENT AT CANNES FILM FESTIVAL DEBUTS MADS MIKKELSEN'S SIGNATURE TWIST ON THE NEGRONI
CANNES, France, May 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Last night at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Campari celebrated passion and creativity by hosting one of the Croisette's biggest film parties. Acclaimed Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen surprised guests by stepping behind the bar to unveil his own twist on the iconic Negroni – made with smoky mezcal in place of gin and finished with a hint of green mandarin for a fresh citrus lift. Following an intense filming schedule (The Black Kaiser, Dust Bunny), Mikkelsen returned to Cannes – where he won Best Actor in 2012 for The Hunt – to honour the visionary filmmakers who continue to captivate audiences worldwide. A long-standing favourite at the Festival, Mikkelsen is also known for Doctor Strange and Casino Royale, which have established his reputation as one of the world's most magnetic and versatile screen talents. Film stars, models and leading names from the world of entertainment including Barbara Palvin (model), Helena Christensen (model), Lucien Laviscount (actor, Emily in Paris), Sabrina Elba (model and activist), Dylan Sprouse (actor), Maria Pedraza (Spanish actress, Money Heist, Elite), Shanina Shaik (model), Grace Elizabeth (model), and Claire Holt (actress, The Vampire Diaries) - gathered on the pier at the Campari-red lit venue for an exquisite dinner, sipping Mikkelsen's signature creation as they debated this year's Palme d'Or contenders. Mads Mikkelsen said: 'To be back in Cannes, surrounded by such inspiring, passionate filmmakers and storytellers, is always a privilege. The Negroni is an iconic Campari cocktail, served in the world's best bars, making it the perfect mixology creation to honour the incredible films showcased here. Crafting a twist on this classic cocktail felt like a fitting way to mark the occasion. I have been fortunate to have films nominated and even win in Cannes, and this Negroni variation is a tribute to the visionaries who make the festival extraordinary.' Mikkelsen crafted the Negroni in collaboration with Camparino in Galleria's master mixologist, Tommaso Cecca, inspired by the bold and complex characters he often portrays. Now in its fourth year at Cannes, Campari continues to be a defining presence on the Croisette and the Mads Negroni will be served throughout the week at both the Campari Lounge at the Palais des Festivals, and Hyde Beach by Campari. At its iconic annual event in Cannes, Campari transformed the beach into a bold tribute to cinema. The actor also featured in a short film, captured during the festival. Behind-the-scenes footage showed him slipping into the role of bartender, mastering the ritual of cocktail creation. For over 40 years, Campari has celebrated cinema, collaborating with world-class actors and award-winning directors who share its commitment to artistic expression as well as more recently bringing their signature Red Passion to international film festivals. In 2025, Campari's Cannes programme celebrates creative expression and distinctive voices, featuring highlights such as insightful panels and discussions. Campari is honouring passion at Cannes, hosting exclusive after parties for premiering films like Amrum, Testa O Croce, and Fuori, further establishing Campari's presence as a key cultural force across both of its Croisette venues: the iconic Campari Lounge at the Palais des Festivals and the glamorous Hyde Beach. Andrea Neri, Managing Director House of Aperitifs, said: 'We are proud to return to Festival de Cannes and celebrate cinema's cocktail of creativity and passion through this exceptional collaboration. Campari stands alongside fearless creatives who defy expectations and push toward the extraordinary, inspiring audiences to do the same. Mads Mikkelsen is a creative force who perfectly captures Campari's passionate spirit – bold, original, and inspiring the extraordinary.' Follow @campariofficial for exclusive updates and behind-the-scenes content throughout Festival de Cannes 2025. Please follow Campari's social media channels for further information @campariofficial. #CampariCinema #WeAreCinema #Cannes2025 #FestivalDeCannes #DrinkResponsibly ABOUT CAMPARI Campari, the iconic, Italian red spirit sitting at the heart of some of the world's most famous cocktails. Campari was founded in Milan in 1860 by Gaspare Campari, and pioneered by his son, Davide, who created something so distinctive and revolutionary that its secret recipe has not been altered since. Vibrant red in colour, Campari's unique and multi-layered taste is the result of the infusion of herbs, aromatic plants and fruit in alcohol and water. As well as being unique and distinctive, Campari is extremely versatile, offering boundless and unexpected possibilities. As a source of this passionate inspiration since its creation seen through its founders' creative genius, artists in different fields and the world's best bartenders, Campari stimulates your instincts to unlock your passions, inspiring limitless creations. ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, spreading across Global, Regional and Local priorities. Global Priorities, the Group's key focus, include Aperol, Appleton Estate, Campari, SKYY, Wild Turkey and Grand Marnier. The Group was founded in 1860 and today is the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. It has a global distribution reach, trading in over 190 nations around the world with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. Campari Group's growth strategy aims to combine organic growth through strong brand building and external growth via selective acquisitions of brands and businesses. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 22 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 26 countries. Campari Group employs approximately 4,700 people. The shares of the parent company Davide Campari-Milano N.V. (Reuters - Bloomberg CPR IM) have been listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. For more information: Please enjoy our brands responsibly. ABOUT FESTIVAL DE CANNES The Festival de Cannes is an event that brings together the world's film professionals around an official competition and an International Film Market, whose highly media-oriented aspect makes it one of the first annual international events, contributing to the world cinematic influence. ABOUT CAMPARI GROUP Campari Group is a major player in the global spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, spanning across Aperitifs, including iconic brands like Aperol and Campari, Agave spirits such as Espolòn tequila, Whiskeys and Rum, with Wild Turkey and Appleton Estate, as well as Cognac and Champagne, including Courvoisier and Grand Marnier. The Group was founded in 1860 and today is the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. It has a global distribution reach, trading in over 190 nations around the world with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group operates via 25 production sites worldwide and its own distribution network in 27 countries. Campari Group employs approximately 5,000 people. The shares of the parent company Davide Campari-Milano N.V. (Reuters - Bloomberg CPR IM) have been listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. For more information: Please enjoy our brands responsibly. ABOUT CAMPARINO Camparino in Galleria is the legendary bar opened by Davide Campari in Milan's Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in 1915. The bar was opened opposite to Caffè Campari, the establishment opened by Gaspare Campari - Davide's father and the creator of the bitter liqueur - in 1867. An instant hit with the people of Milan, the bar became synonymous with the city's aperitivo tradition and in 2015 marked its 100th anniversary. Following a renovation project, the bar reopens to the public in autumn 2019 with a refreshed identity and food and drink offering designed to consolidate its status as one of the most influential establishments in the world for lovers of mixology and gastronomic innovation. Photo - Photo - Photo - Photo - Photo - Photo - Photo - Logo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Campari
