Turning 50 was a power move

Back in the 1980s, Countdown icon Carol was known for her razor-sharp maths skills and natural charm. With her wholesome style, she was instantly recognisable as one of Britain’s favourite daytime TV

Mary Berry, 90, opens up about her new book, career highlights, family life and ageing gracefully

It’s not the big birthdays ending with 0 that throw us – it’s the 365 days before them, says Clare Bowie. Here, she reflects on life ‘on the cusp’

Her show’s very much in its infancy, having only launched in March, but there’s good news for Vanessa Feltz as her daytime programme Vanessa has been extended. When Woman’s Own asked if the veteran pr

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