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Glenn McGrath and Sara Leonardi’s beautiful family

It was a family affair when eight-month-old Madison McGrath was christened last week in Sydney’s Cronulla with proud parents Glenn McGrath and Sara Leonardi beaming with joy.
Glenn McGrath, Sara Leonardi, Madison

It was a family affair when eight-month-old Madison McGrath was christened last week in Sydney’s Cronulla with proud parents Glenn McGrath and Sara Leonardi beaming with joy.

Wearing a white gown fit for a princess, the tot couldn’t have looked any cuter as she was cradled by her proud mum Sara, 34, while dad Glenn, 46, looked on with pride.

The cricket pro’s two eldest kids James and Holly were also in attendance.

Last month, the star and his kids enjoyed a family beach day out.

The adorable tot has her loved ones wrapped around her little fingers. “Madison is a perfect, beautiful little girl,” says Sara.

“There is no new family being created here. This baby is just an extension of the family we already have,” she adds.

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Glenn McGrath, Sara Leonardi, Madison

It was a family affair when eight-month-old Madison McGrath was christened last week in Sydney’s Cronulla.

Wearing a white gown fit for a princess, the tot couldn’t have looked any cuter as she was cradled by her proud mum, Sara Leonardi-McGrath.

Cricketing legend Steve Waugh was there to help celebrate Glen’s little one.

“I’m very happy and I cherish life and the unity Glenn and I have with the kids,” Sara has mused of family life.

Glenn’s kids James and Holly also shared the family’s special day.

All tuckered out! Looks like it is time for a nap for little Madison and dad Glenn!

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Glenn and Sara talk about the birth of baby Madison

The McGraths recently enjoyed a sweet family day out.

All eyes were on eight-month-old Madison.

The proud daddy is besotted with his darling bubba.

It’s clear that the 46-year-old is completely bowled over by the little one.

Looking good! Sara welcomed her first child in September last year.

The 34-year-old and her hubby told Australian Women’s Weekly that they went through two rounds of IVF and Glenn needed to undergo an procedure to bypass his vasectomy.

“Sara and I are very happy together and the kids are two really happy, normal children and I think, at the end of the day, that’s really the true measure of what Sara and I have built together these last five years of marriage.”

Madison is Glenn’s third child. His two children to his late wife, Jane McGrath, who died of breast cancer in 2008, absolutely adore the tiny new addition to their family.

“[Son] James used to ask us on a regular basis whether we were going to give him a baby brother. To see both their faces when they learned the news. James jumped up and gave both of us a hug and kiss. And that was really special for me and I know it meant a lot to Sara,” Glenn revealed.

Clearly James takes after his cricketing legend dad!

The family couldn’t be happier…

And Glenn mused that his late wife would be happy for him, saying, “I know she would want me to be happy and she’d want her children to be happy and they are.”

Sisterly cuddles!

What a cheeky bub!

The family seem completely content.

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The Block’s Polly and Waz welcome a baby boy

Their bub was late to the party, but for the Block winners, he was worth the wait!
The Block's Polly and Waz

Polly and Waz Jones used the same meticulous planning that helped them win The Block when preparing for their first baby’s arrival.

But the little fella refused to fall in line! Hudson dug his tiny heels in and refused to leave his home of 40 weeks-plus.

The little bub arrived five days late, at 11.22am on March 21 at the Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney, after doctors decided to deliver him via caesarean.

“It was a bizarre sensation,” Polly says.

“I was watching it all 
in the reflection of the theatre lights, so I could see everything happening, even though I was trying to avoid looking!”

Pick up a copy of this week’s magazine to check out the family’s sweet photo album PLUS see Hudson’s incredibly sweet nursery (styled by his parents of course!)

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Bachelor’s Blake and Louise back together

And they’re all smiles!
Bachelor’s Blake and Louise back together

Former flames Blake Garvey and Louise Pillidge have reunited over the weekend at a charity run, proving you can be friends with your ex!

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“Almost that time!” Blake said alongside a picture of himself, Louise and two others at the HBL Run For A Reason marathon.

“Good luck to everyone else doing the @hbfrun! Proud to be participating on behalf of and raising awareness for @lifeline_wa” Blake said.

The pair, who met on The Bachelor, announced their split four weeks ago.

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Jessica Marais and James Stewart celebrate Scout’s fourth birthday

Jessica Marais and James Stewart put on the ultimate celebration for their daughter Scout's fourth birthday last week!
Jessica Marais, Scout and James Stewart

Jessica Marais and James Stewart put on the ultimate celebration for their daughter Scout’s fourth birthday last week!

The pair, who were together for six years before splitting in 2015, made sure their little one felt the love with a Frozen-themed cake and lolly bags.

“Happy Birthday my sweet little Scout… you are all my reasons. Love Dad,” James, 40, captioned a picture 
of the day on Instagram.

Love Child star Jessica, 31, says, “Scout is very affectionate, very intuitive and displays amazing compassion for a toddler. If I’m ever having a hard day, she runs up and grabs my face in her two little hands. She can make everything peaceful 
and Zen with one simple gesture.”

Click through to see the sweet day!

Jessica Marais and James Stewart celebrated their daughter Scout’s fourth birthday last week.

Someone is on the search for her pressies!

The pair, who were together for six years before splitting in 2015, put on a party for the tot.

Nothing like bday chats with the parents!

Kisses for Mummy! The starlet once revealed, “If I’m ever having a hard day, she runs up and grabs my face in her two little hands. She can make everything peaceful 
and Zen with one simple gesture.”

Higher, Daddy! The actor is set to be Summer Bay’s new resident hunk… But it seems he is most at home with his daughter.

James gives his little girl a swingin’ good time.

Mum, I think you know what I want… Watch Jess’ sweet message to Scout in the next slide. Post continues after the video!

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Jessica Marais wins Best Actress and talks about daughter Scout

Looks like someone is trying to distract their tot…

And it is cake time! How sweet, a Frozen-themed nosh.

Best wishes for their baby gal. The Love Child star got a little emotional…

Her bub is growing up so quickly!

“Scout is very affectionate, very intuitive and displays amazing compassion for a toddler,” the 31-year-old mused.

Cuddles for the big man.

Scout’s birthday wish came true… a family hug!

James looked upset at changeover time.

But young Scout was comforted by the fact that she is now FOUR!

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Shane Warne’s ex-wife ‘speechless’ over Brynne fling

Not much shocks Shane Warne’s ex-wife, but his tryst with Brynne Edelsten did!

Simone and Warnie called it quits in 2005.

Simone Callahan has spoken out about her ex-husband Shane Warne’s late night run-in with Brynne Edelsten.

Shane was photographed arriving at Brynne’s Melbourne home for a “nightcap” in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Things went from bad to worse for Shane a few days later when text messages he sent to Brynne were leaked to Woman’s Day, including gems such as: “Excited for me to devour u?”

After a decade and three children with Shane, Simon Callahan is not likely easily shocked by his behaviour, but this latest incident knocked her for six, so to speak.

“No words,” Simone told The Daily Telegraph. “Wow. I didn’t even have a laugh to be honest. Yeah no words, speechless.

“It’s not for me to say anything it’s his life, he can do what he wants.”

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Olympic hero arrested with shotgun after domestic dispute

The dual gold medalist was more than three times over the legal limit when he was found in his car with a shotgun and 150 rounds of ammunition.

Target shooter Michael Diamond has been arrested and charged with high range drink driving and gun offences following a domestic dispute with his brother John.

The dual gold medallist was allegedly found by his car in Shoal Bay on Saturday night with a shotgun and more than 150 rounds of ammunition, reports the Daily Telegraph.

Diamond reportedly refused a roadside breath test and was taken to the nearest police station where his blood alcohol level was found to be 0.159, more than three times over the legal driving limit.

He was charged with high range drink driving, handling a firearm while under the influence and not keeping his firearm in a secure location. His licence was also suspended. He has been granted bail and is due to appear in court in June.

Diamond’s brother took out a restraining order against him the following day.

The incident may also see Diamond ruled out of the upcoming 2016 Rio Games, which were to have been his eighth consecutive Olympics.

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EXCLUSIVE: “Motherhood, men and me!” Samantha Armytage tells all

In her most intimate interview ever, Sam reveals all to editor-in-chief Fiona Connolly.
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She’s the lightning rod of Sunrise, one of the most popular personalities on Aussie television – and arguably the most resilient.

Her decision not to travel to Rio for the pre-Olympics Sunrise special in August was just the latest storm in a teacup to plague the Seven superstar this year.

But, as always, the Sam remained dignified and took it in her stride.

Now, for the very first time, the self-confessed “fighter” wants to set the record straight.

Sam sat down exclusively with Woman’s Day to separate fact from fiction once and for all, kicking things off with the fevered pregnancy speculation that’s circled her.

The golden girl of Aussie TV is looking for Mr Right so she can start a family!

“No, I’m definitely not pregnant. Of course I’m not pregnant now but, you know, I would like to think that in the next couple of years I could be,” Sam says.

“It would be really lovely to meet someone and to think that might happen,” the star adds.

To read Sam’s full interview and to find out her thoughts on family, finding love and her hopes for the future, be sure to pick up the latest issue of Woman’s Day, on sale now!

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David Beckham gives food to homeless man in heartfelt gesture

Onlookers praise the star after spotting his good deed.
David Beckham

David Beckham has always been a celebrity close to our hearts, but now we have even more reason to love him.

The generous star took time away from dining with his family in Chelsea, London, to buy lunch for a homeless man.

According to The Sun, the family had been enjoying a meal together at Tommi’s Burger Joint, when David made the extraordinary gesture of ordering extra food.

The former footballer then took a burger and a beer outside to give to the man on the street.

“David came out with the burger in his hand and a bottle of beer in his pocket,” a fellow restaurant diner told The Sun.

David, pictured with daughter Harper, is known for being a soft touch when it comes to helping others.

“When he handed the burger to the homeless man, the guy’s face just lit up. It was such a lovely gesture.”

The two then had a quick chat before the sportsman left with his youngest kids Romeo, 13, Cruz, 11 and Harper, four.

The dapper gentleman then jetted off to Mexico with his wife Victoria Beckham for the wedding of their close friend, Eva Longoria.

Fans of David’s will know this is hardly the first time the star has been charitable. He also bought a round of hot drinks for paramedics shivering in the cold while they helped an elderly man earlier this year.

Ambulance worker Catherine Maynard was chuffed when David bought her a hot drink.

The London Ambulance Service then took to social media to sing his praises with the hashtag #buyitlikebeckham.

One of the paramedics shared how much it warmed her heart that the 41-year-old was going out of his way to be so kind.

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“All of a sudden, I look up and saw someone who looked like David Beckham walking past us,” Catherine Maynard said at the time.

“He said hello and got into his car. I said to the man I was treating, ‘I think that was David Beckham.’ Ten minutes later he came back with a cup of coffee for me and a tea for the patient.”

“It was awful cycling around in the cold today and I couldn’t believe it when he came back with hot drinks. I was chuffed.”

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Eva Longoria “floating” after her romantic wedding

Eva Longoria couldn't contain her joy as she tied the knot with her handsome new husband.
Eva Longoria Jose Antonio Pepe Baston

Eva Longoria couldn’t wipe the smile off her face after saying “I do” to her love, Jose Antonio “Pepe” Baston in Mexico this weekend.

The happy couple pledged their undying love for each other in front of 80 relatives and close friends, including more than a few famous faces, according to reports out of the US.

The nuptials took place in a sunset ceremony at the gardens of a house Jose owns in Valle de Bravo, an exclusive and sought-after holiday spot on the edge of Lake Avandaro in Mexico, according to Hello magazine.

“They married on an altar under lots of little lights,” a source told People magazine. “It was very romantic. Eva wore her hair down and smiled during the ceremony. He was in a grey suit.”

It turns out the bridal gown was actually made by someone very famous indeed. The 41-year-old actress was glowing in a custom made gown designed by Victoria Beckham herself!

Her new husband sported a three-piece suit by Italian designer Brunello Cucinelli.

Close friend Victoria Beckham designed Eva’s bespoke wedding gown!

Eva’s celebrity friends rallied around her on her special day including Victoria and Ricky Martin, Melanie Griffith and Mario Lopez.

Even Eva’s former Desperate Housewives gal pal Vanessa Williams made an appearance, serenading the ecstatic pair with her signature tune Save the Best for Last.

The happy couple shared their day with friends including Ricky Martin and Jaime Camil.

In an extremely emotional speech, Eva declared “I’ve been waiting for a day like this my entire life,” Hello magazine reported.

The glowing bride couldn’t wait to post a picture of her wedding rings on social media with the caption, “In our garden, surrounded by a small gathering of people we love, Pepe and I tied the knot! #TalkAboutBlessed #ImStillFloating #OmgMyFeetHurt”

Eva shared this precious snap with her followers.

And there was a lot of love for the couple at the exclusive event.

Victoria also shared a snap with her stunning friend, accompanied by the heartfelt caption: “Congratulations @evalongoria. The smartest, most beautiful woman I have ever met. I feel honored to call you my friend. Such a wonderful day filled with love. We love Pepe so much!!!”

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The night ended with a massive, glittering fireworks display, while guests stood on in awe, and toasted to the new Mr and Mrs Baston.

“Eva just looked so happy,” the source told People. “She didn’t seem the least stressed about her wedding. You could tell that she very much she enjoyed celebrating her special day with friends.”

The newlyweds are now on their honeymoon, which is said to last until June 9.

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Leo Dicaprio under fire for taking two private jets to environmental awards

Fans are not happy at his choice of transportation.
Leonardo Dicaprio

Leonardo Dicaprio has long been seen as a champion for the environment, but his latest act has many fans fuming.

Reports out of the US say that Leo partied with the style set in Cannes right up to the last minute, before taking a fuel-guzzling private jet to pick up a Big Fish award from Riverkeeper in NYC for caring about the environment.

Page Six reports that many of his loyal fans and fellow environmentalists have branded The Revenant star a hypocrite for his non eco-friendly method of transport.

The 41-year-old also used the private jet to whisk him back to France less than 24 hours later, so he could attend a gala event.

Leo is normally known for his eco-friendly ways.

Mere months ago, the Academy Award winner used a large portion of his Oscars speech to bring awareness to global warming.

“Climate change is real,” the star warned. “It is happening right now, it is the most urgent threat facing our entire species.”

See Leo speak passionately on climate change after his Oscar win. Post continues below.

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But since he’s been caught more than once for jet-setting around in private planes, many onlookers are starting to question his authority in being an advocate for the environment at all.

“Everyone saying he’s some hero for protecting the environment,” a follower wrote on his Instagram account. “He’s just a hypocrite.”

Fans say Leonardo should practice what he preaches after he took a private jet to and from the awards.

Another chimed in: “This is the guy who flew on a Private Jet 8,000 miles to accept an award. Environmentally friendly much?”

Others simply said they were now unfollowing the star for not practicing what he preaches.

It seems Leo’s flippant use of the non eco-friendly mode of transport has struck a chord with fans who previously applauded the star for his environmental advocacy.

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