Spotlight shines on celebrity magazines

AFTER weeks examining the illicit and underhanded practices of a sensation- hungry press, Britain’s media ethics inquiry shifted its gaze to celebrity magazine editors, who painted a kinder, gentler picture of their trade.

The editors of Heat, Hello and OK told the inquiry their glossy pages, full of celebrity weddings and stars by the seaside, brought not just happiness to readers, but benefit to stars and publishers alike.

“We’re a positive magazine,” said Hello editor Rosie Nixon. “A glass half-full magazine.”