Exclusive: Gemma Atkinson shares excitement over next chapter with Gorka Marquez

 Former Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole has faced criticism on Twitter after he posted about his controversial views on vaccination against COVID-19.The star is currently a favourite to win on the ITV show Dancing On Ice.Brendan, 45, took to Twitter on 16 December 2021 to share his controversial Instagram post with his 187,400 followers.The dancer shared a picture of a poster for the “Freedom March” that took place on December 18 against vaccine mandates.In the accompanying caption the star wrote: “If you are concerned as I am about government mandates, use your voice.“Whether you wish to be vaccinated or not, it must be your choice and we must respect other people’s right to their choice.“Peaceful protest is seldom covered by the media but it must not stop people in their quest for what they believe to be right!“Together we can peacefully demonstrate what we believe is right for our own body,” he continued.Brendan wrote: “It is a slippery slope when the government can dictate and mandate what we do to our own body or make it impossible for people to exist if they don’t conform to their mandates.“Change the word vaccine to anything else and you should have your answer. Does another human have the right to force you into doing something to your body?“The answer should be unequivocally no.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterIt’s (still) good to be Tom Holland.The 25-year-old actor has been all-but-singlehandedly propelling ticket sales at North American movie theaters, leading two films in the top three spots on domestic box office charts. Over the weekend, his action-adventure “Uncharted” repeated No.

Wetherspoons to find out just how it got so many bad reviews.The Bankers Draft in Sheffield has a three-star rating on TripAdvisor, with dozens of complaints about terrible food, poor service, inconsiderate punters - and even other customers selling items in the venue.Yorkshire Live reporter Amber O'Connor was not blown away by the restaurant when she had lunch there last week, but she believes it may have received some unfair criticism.In her review, she wrote: "Approaching the city-centre venue, the grand building looks welcoming, as do the five stars (very good) food hygiene rating displayed in the window."'This is exactly the kind of place where I would like to eat,' I remember thinking to myself."Although, I quickly built up reservations after noticing another notice warning customers it is forbidden to buy and sell from each other inside the pub."What had people been selling that prompted the need for such a sign, I wondered. Unperturbed, I headed in."My first task, finding somewhere to sit, was easy enough.

James Argent is ‘nearly back to his best’ following his admission of a ‘very bad relapse’ in early February, according to reports.The former The Only Way Is Essex star revealed that paramedics were called to his home after he spiralled following an alcoholic drink on a night out after two years of sobriety.However, the 34-year-old has apparently recovered well from his setback with the help of visiting a rehab walk-in centre six days a week and has ‘stunned’ friends with the speediness of his bounce back.A source told The Sun Online: ‘James is doing really, really well. He’s nearly back to his best and considering how bad things were a week or so ago everyone is pretty stunned at how he’s turned things around.‘But James is a fighter.

Molly-Mae Hague has opened up about her dermaplaning woes, explaining that her hair grows back at ‘rapid levels’ after the beauty treatment.In a new video on YouTube, the Love Island star revealed that she got into the habit of undergoing dermaplaning procedures to ‘remove the peach fuzz’ from her face.However, the 22-year-old admitted that she had been left with ‘a little bit of a beard’ after the treatment.Speaking in her latest clip on the platform, she told fans: ‘If you guys can see that I do have a little bit of a beard, we’re not talking about it.‘I need to speak to you guys about my battle with dermaplaning.

Baftas and was made a Dame of the British Empire in 2003.The 76-year-old has five SAG wins and received 13 nominations over the course of her impressive career, and is the most decorated SAG lifetime achievement award winner. Dame Helen will be presented with the trophy by Collateral Beauty co-star Kate Winslet.Speaking about the award on ITV’s Lorraine, she said: ‘I didn’t quite grasp how big a deal it was.‘It’s a funny moment that, of course, there’s a great feeling of pride and: “Wow, me? Really?”‘She added she felt ‘a slight sting in the tail as well’ as the realisation hit her that she was ‘in a way coming to the end of the road’, though she seems to be as busy as ever.Dame Helen recently finished filming Warner Bros.’ Shazam! sequel, Fury of the Gods, and is currently filming Golda, in which she is playing the leading role of former Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir.Dame Helen Mirren reveals fears about transforming into Geordie housewife for The DukeGolda film producer admits to ‘stirring’ Jewish casting controversy for ‘publicity’Dame Helen Mirren ‘strongly believes BBC has to be protected’ amid licence fee rowFellow British stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman are tipped to bag top accolades at the ceremony later this evening, as is Kenneth Branagh’s semi-autobiographical, much-lauded film Belfast, which focuses on the Troubles in Northern Ireland. It’s nominated for best picture, as well as a nomination for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture, and its Irish star Caitriona Balfe is tipped to nab the statue for best supporting female actor.As is the norm during the award season run, a host of glittering Hollywood megastars will be taking to the stage for presenting duties during the

Bury actress has recently said that she hopes the unrealistic beauty standards proliferated on social media will change and that Mia, one, will grow up to appreciate her body for more than the way it looks.

Gemma Atkinson has been praised by social media followers for sharing an empowering message in which she celebrated the female body.

Gemma Atkinson and boyfriend Gorka Marquez first met while Gemma competed on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017.The couple confirmed they were an item a year later and have been together ever since.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine is returning to Hollyoaks! Well, sort of.The star took to Instagram on Saturday to reveal that her character Lisa Armstrong will be back, as the channel airs an important episode that Gemma filmed more than 18 years ago.The episode is about Lisa and her struggle with self-harm, and alongside the news, Gemma shared an important message, explaining how essential the storyline is."Well this is exciting!" began Gemma, sharing a screengrab of an article that read: "Hollyoaks spoilers: Soap will revisit Lisa Hunter's self-harm storyline as Gemma Atkinson returns.""FYI it's not me returning to Hollyoaks," she continued."Basically they're going to be re-airing the storyline that I shot as Lisa Hunter almost 18

actress from Bury is pleased that the story, which saw Lisa self harm, may help others the second time around by raising awareness of the subject.Gemma, 35, told fans the good news in a video clip posted on her Instagram Stories."I'm really happy about this because when we shot the storyline back then it helped a lot of people and that was before social media," she said."The impact was great then and I'm hoping the second time around people who need help or anyone struggling with self or know someone who is can hopefully take something from it and get help as well."She added: "So yeah Lisa Hunter will be coming back and I'll keep you posted as to when." Mother-of-one Gemma shared the video with the words 'Ask for help.'Get the latest

HOLLYOAKS is set to air Lisa Hunter’s (Gemma Atkinson's) self harm ordeal from 2002 as part of its Hollyoaks@25 season in the run up to the show’s big anniversary. Current cast members Ruby O’Donnell (Peri Lomax) and Haiesha Mistry (Yasmine Maalik) will present a week of episodes focusing on the award-winning storyline about the troubled teenager as part of their Don’t Filter Feelings campaign.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine stars and are preparing to move into their new home with their daughter Mia. Although they are buying entirely new furniture for the space, Gemma revealed she has become too emotionally attached to one particular item and can't throw it away.Gesturing to a comfortable cream armchair sitting in the corner of her Manchester home, the former Hollyoaks actress told her Instagram followers: "Gorka doesn't want this chair - everything is brand new in the new house.

Gemma Atkinson, 35, has revealed she and her boyfriend Gorka Marquez, 29, have been enjoying spending quality time together with their one-year-old daughter Mia during the coronavirus lockdown.

Hello Magazine, Gemma says that she hopes the unrealistic beauty standards proliferated on social media will change and that Mia will grow up to appreciate her body for more than the way it looks. "You just kind of embrace what you've got," the 35-year-old explained."That's the route we will go down with Mia to be honest.

Gemma Atkinson, 35, has opened up about how she and her boyfriend Gorka Marquez, 29, “adapted” with their pet dogs Norman and Ollie when the couple welcomed their first baby, Mia, into the world last year.The Hits Radio presenter addressed the family decision in view of her 1.5 million Instagram followers after receiving messages from “concerned” fans about “starting a family with pets”.Gemma shared two adorable throwback snaps of herself cuddling her pet pooches and insisted they have always been considered to be part of the pair’s family “anyway”.The mum-of-one wrote in the caption of her post: “Norman & Ollie.These were on my camera roll from years ago. “Lots have asked me how we adapted with Mia and the boys as they are concerned about

Strictly Come Dancing seems to be the friendliest reality TV competition on the small screen.

Gorka Marquez Strictly partner Katie Piper revealed that back when the two danced together in 2018, a major mishap occurred.The 36-year-old explained on her podcast Katie Piper’s Extraordinary People how she once felt Gorka’s “genitals” brush against her leg.Katie spoke on how she loved to dance but struggled to relax while appearing on the show.She said:“I was like a baby elephant because I have no rhythm. I was a rabbit in the headlights.“I was like, ‘Oh My God, what am I going to do? I’ve got to press up against this guy and I can feel his genitals against my leg’.

TELLY presenter Katie Piper has revealed she could feel her pro partner’s tackle on her leg during her Strictly debut. She was shocked to find herself accidentally so close to Gorka Marquez.

Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez may have demanding careers, with one working in radio and the other as a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, however, their first and foremost priority is being doting parents to baby Mia.MORE: Meet the future generation of Strictly Come Dancing!In an exclusive interview with HELLO!, the 35-year-old actress-turned-radio presenter has stressed the importance of keeping her daughter - who celebrated her first birthday on 4 July - grounded in this age of social media.

Gemma Atkinson has taken to Instagram to address some upsetting reports about Molly-Mae Hague.The former Hollyoaks cast member shared a lengthy message on Instagram about the Love Island favourite, 21.The 35-year-old questioned "WTF" in view of her 1.5 million followers this morning.The Strictly Come Dancing finalist branded the treatment of the reality star as "abuse" after the latter revealed all on social media.Molly-Mae tweeted her 235,000 Twitter fans on Thursday while on holiday in Ibiza with boyfriend Tommy Fury, also 21.She reposted a follower's message which read: "These comments are so vile.