A Night of Glamour and Youthful Elegance
Celia Imrie and Joan Collins made a striking appearance at The Casting Directors’ Luncheon hosted at the Corinthia Hotel London. The event, organized by Kate Lenahan and Antony Rush in collaboration with Jimmy Choo, was a celebration of style and sophistication.
Joan, who is 93 years old, turned heads in a black midi dress paired with a polka dot jacket. She completed her look with black-and-white pumps, a chunky necklace, and a white straw hat. Her ensemble exuded timeless elegance, proving that age is just a number.
Celia, 73, also dazzled in a black-and-white suit, which she paired with white trainers for a modern twist. Their stylish presence at the event highlighted their continued relevance in the world of fashion and entertainment.
Other notable attendees included Marisa Berenson, Tom Sturridge, Lucinda Syson, and James Norton. The event was a gathering of some of the most recognizable faces in the industry, all coming together to celebrate the art of casting.
A Stylish Day Out with M&S
Earlier this month, Joan was spotted enjoying a day out with her husband Percy Gibson at the M&S rosé launch. The event celebrated the arrival of ‘rosé season’ ahead of the first May Bank holiday. Joan, known for her elegant style, stepped out in an elegant dress and matching blazer, perfectly matching the theme of the occasion.
The launch featured a larger-than-life rosé tower, showcasing M&S Rosé La Balconne Organic Provence. Joan took the opportunity to announce to rosé lovers that it was finally time to ‘begin sipping’.
Speaking about the wine, Joan shared her thoughts: “Rosé season has arrived, though I’ve never been one to need permission to pour a glass… Who needs the South of France when you can simply glide into your local M&S Foodhall and find the finest rosé right there? You don’t need a Riviera postcode, just impeccable taste… preferably chilled.”
Joan added a touch of glamour to her outfit with a dazzling diamond brooch in the shape of a bow. Her age-defying complexion and confident demeanor made her the star of the event.
A Pink Summer with M&S
This year marks M&S’ biggest ever range of rosé wines. With the weather warming up and the bank holiday weekend approaching, M&S is predicting a pink summer, expecting to sell a bottle of rosé every 2 seconds during peak periods.
M&S winemaker Belinda Kleinig commented on the new selection: “This summer, M&S is helping everyone find their perfect shade of pink, with a stunning selection of rosé wines. New wine on the block is our Lisboa Bonita Rosé from sunny Portugal – fresh and elegant, it’s made for easy sipping. For picnics and summer parties, our brilliant-value Italian Rosato pouch is perfect for sharing. Whatever summer brings, you can always rely on a glass of sunshine when you have a rosé in your hand. Cheers!”
A Stance on Weight-Loss Drugs
Joan recently spoke out against the use of weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy. She expressed her belief that people should not rely on these medications for weight loss, citing the ‘disastrous’ effects they can have on people’s appearances.
She told Hello! magazine: “I don’t believe in needles and things. I’ve never had Botox or anything in my face. On Ozempic, she added: ‘I’d never dream of doing something like that. I have seen too many disastrous faces. I think if you’re going to lose weight, you have to cut down. You want to enjoy your life. You don’t want to live on a celery stick.’”
