With the New York skyline as a stunning backdrop, Joss Stone is in her element as she celebrates the most magical time of the year. While she revels in her own greatest gift – a second child – she also has a present for her millions of fans this Christmas with the release of her first festive album.
Snuggling up to little Shackleton – already affectionately known as Shack – who was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on 18 October after a traumatic birth, her joy radiates in our exclusive photoshoot.
There’s no hint of exhaustion despite dramatic complications during labour that saw Joss undergoing an emergency Caesarean. In fact, she’s glad to be back doing the day job – where Shack’s 22-month-old big sister Violet is joining in as the photos are set up.
“It’s fun if your work involves a trip to NYC,” she beams. “It’s tiring but worth it – and having to glam up is a nice change from hoodies and joggers.”
GIVING THANKS
The singer was in New York to sing for the estimated 3.5 million people who watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade – and flying with partner Cody DaLuz from their Nashville home was
