The Welsh actress, 39, who burst on to the celebrity scene in the Darling Buds Of May appeared unable to hide the ravages of time and sun exposure to her skin - and looked like she needed airbrushing.
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Her unflattering dress was paired with red blotches, enlarged pores and spots on her chin which could be clearly seen, even with a heavy application of make-up.
Her appearance was in marked contrast with last month when she upstaged France's first lady Carla Bruni at a New York fundraiser wearing a plunging purple gown.

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She's a hard working Mum of two. Give her a break who does look perfect all the timE!!!!!!!!
By SUSAN. Posted October 6 2008 at 5:24 PM.