Gemma Atkinson turned down Emmerdale return due to ‘gruelling hours’ before Hollyoaks comeback

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Gemma Atkinson, 37, is known most recently for starring in Hollyoaks after joining the show again this year.The former Strictly Come Dancing star attended a photoshoot in Manchester today, documenting her near wardrobe malfunction on Instagram.Gemma posted a series of videos this morning to her Instagram story in view of her 1.7 million followers.At first you can see Gemma at her home as she works out and sorts out her daughter, Mia, for nursery.Then the story jumps to Gemma all dressed up at the Manchester photoshoot.The actress looks stunning in a green two-piece suit and a black silk cami top.She styled the outfit with a gold star necklace and wore her blond tresses in a waved look.In the video, she shows herself and her makeup artist, when she begins: "I'm on a shoot today...."Gemma then screams "OOOOO" as her top begins to fall down, however, she catches it before a serious wardrobe malfunction takes place.She then began the story again, as she said: "I'm on a shoot today.Sheila's done my hair and makeup."So she will do a little post later with the product list, and it's all animal free."I'm holding this up because it's a bit big. Arabella has done all the styling for me."Gemma took to Instagram Monday to laugh at a letter she had written to her uncle when she was younger.Her uncle, Clive, dropped off some bits to her house from her childhood, that included a letter she wrote to him at 13-years-old.She began to read the card: "Dear Clive, my uncle Clive, thank you very much for your card."P.s.

There was a sigh of relief at the end of the latest episode of Emmerdale when it was revealed Dawn Fletcher hadn't risked her and her family's future. Earlier this week fans of the ITV soap saw Dawn and new husband Billy pay her ex-Alex a visit in a bid to get him to agree to let Billy adopt the former couple's son, Lucas.

HOLLYOAKS fans will have final confirmation this week about the fate of a much-loved character. Ben Davies was shot and killed in a Hollyoaks spin-off, Hollyoaks: In The City, back in December 2006. However, with the series not renewed, the death was left on a major cliffhanger and it was never really said if the loved character was dead or not.

Hollyoaks fans went wild on Tuesday's E4 episode as Gemma Atkinson returned as her iconic character Lisa Hunter after 16 years. The former Emmerdale star, 37, left the hit Channel 4 soap in 2006 after first joining in 2001 and the latest first look episode marked her comeback to the Chester suburb.

Hollyoaks legend Lisa Hunter (Gemma Atkinson) has returned to the village with a huge bombshell.Her comeback is part of a new storyline for Zara Morgan (Kelly Condron) as she goes head-to-head with Tony Hutchinson (Nick Pickard) for a position on the local council.However, it doesn't run smoothy as Lisa's arrival threatens to derail Zara's plan to become a councillor with revelations about her time in Thailand.Zara was gobsmacked to see Lisa's boyfriend in Dylan turn up in the village during Tuesday's first-look episode.As Tony and Zara went up against each other on the stand, Dylan sneakily told Imran Maalik about the time Zara fled from an illegal rave in Thailand and left her friends get arrested.Imran cunningly passed this information onto his boss Tony who shared the news with the shocked crowd.As Zara walked away from the rally, she bumped into her her old pal Lisa.Zara quizzed Lisa about what Dylan had done but she insisted she didn't know her boyfriend was going to ruin her campaign.Lisa went on to reveal she has an offer Zara.Viewers will have to wait and see what has brought Lisa back to the village and what she favour she needs from Zara.Fans of the Channel 4 soap rushed to their keyboards to share their excitement as Lisa made her highly-anticipated return.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Lisa Hunter is back."Another added: "Lisa! Long time no see!"While a third person posted: "What a major blast from the past! Lisa Hunter! Hunter family was the first family I remember on #Hollyoaks from waaaaaay back in the day."A fourth social media user said: "Lisa! #Hollyoaks I suddenly feel very old."Hollyoaks bosses confirmed actress Gemma Atkinson was returning to the soap for a guest appearance last year.Actress

in the village, the Dingles come together in shock. Charity pays a visit to Sam and Lydia who encourage to make up with Chas.

Gemma Atkinson has taken to Instagram to hit back at criticism over her latest clothing collection.The Strictly Come Dancing star, 37, was questioned over why the range isn't more inclusive and didn't carry garments in "tall" sizes.Taking to Instagram yesterday, the star revealed her excitement over her latest In The Style collection in view of her 1.7 million followers.Standing next to a rack of all her newest clothing, Gemma said: "Just finished the shoot, all the new gear is here lined up."You're going to love this, we've gone for basically the stuff that you loved in the last range, we've just altered the colours so it's more spring, summer vibes."We've got the orange a pop of colour, we've done a thinner legging for those who don't want to train but want to wear a legging in the day," she added, while holding up the sportswear.Addressing the diverse variety of fabric, Gemma went on: "So we've got all different types of materials, the longer top as well and it's cut out at the back."So yeah, we've covered pretty much everything."We've got the zip detail again," Gemma said while holding up a sports bra and revealing the date for when the collection launches.She also left a question box for her followers to find out more about the new range.Earlier today, the star finally got round to responding to her curious fans' questions.Posing in the range, Gemma looked stunning as she modelled her latest collection.However, one Instagram user questioned the Strictly star over why the range is not more inclusive.They wrote in: "Why is there not a tall range please?"Our options are very limited already!"Responding, Gemma reassured them that having a tall range was something she would be considering in the future.She replied: "I'm

Gemma Atkinson will return to Hollyoaks village as Lisa Hunter tonight (March 15).Best known for playing Lisa in Channel 4 hit soap in the early noughties, fans saw her character involved in a number of hard-hitting storylines focusing on issues like bullying and self-harm. After going on to appear in Emmerdale as Carly Hope, Gemma became a household name and waltzed onto our screens when she appeared as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017.

Strictly Come Dancing where she met her future partner Gorka Marquez. The couple are now parents to a gorgeous girl named Mia.

Life on the set of Emmerdale has always looked pretty idyllic to us. Not only is the set located in a beautiful location just outside Leeds, but the cast often talk about the close friendships between them. Just look at Emma Atkins and Lucy Pargeter who recently told OK! that they are really good pals but joked that they haven't snogged each other yet! Now talking exclusively to OK! former cast member Gemma Atkinson talked about her friendships with the Emmerdale gang, saying: “It’s a really lovely vibe” She played Carly Hope from 2015 until 2017, the daughter of Bob Hope from his second wife.

EastEnders legend and I'm A Celebrity star Adam Woodyatt is reportedly 'in talks' to return to the hit BBC soap. The actor, from Southam, Warwickshire, has played the role of Ian Beale on the long-running soap since its beginnings back in 1985. Adam took an extended break from the soap in 2021.

They are one of the cutest couples in showbiz and met in the most showbiz way – on the set of Strictly Come Dancing. When Gemma Atkinson joined the dance talent show in 2017, she was paired with Aljaž Škorjanec.

“No you won’t, sunshine!” Gemma exclaimed, in her normal voice. The star added: “I’m training, you’re looking after that lot.” Gemma also took to Instagram earlier this week to ask her followers to stick up for her after Gorka poked fun at her wardrobe malfunction fears. Gorka shared a short clip to his story of Gemma as she looked at herself in the mirror of her hotel room. She was wearing a pair of black leggings with a white hoodie and a coat. The star bent over in front of the mirror to make sure her underwear wasn’t showing through her leggings. Gorka addressed his 688,000 followers in disbelief. He wrote: “Is this a thing?” with a number of laughing emojis. Gemma then reposted the story to her own account and asked fans to support her. She wondered if her fans also did a certain ‘test’ to make sure that they didn’t have an outfit blunder. She penned: “Every woman does the ‘see through test’ right?” The pair met in 2017 while she was partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec for Strictly, while Gorka competed with Alexandra Burke. The two went public with their romance in 2018 after the Strictly Tour. At the time, Gemma gushed on Manchester radio station Key 103 : “Obviously we worked together. “I’ve known him for six months now.

Gemma Atkinson has been flooded with praise from fans as she shared yet another relatable post with her millions of followers.

Corrie star reveals previous soap role which was later taken over by Gemma Atkinson

Gemma Atkinson has taken to Instagram to share that she feels "guilty" over the conflict in Ukraine.The model, 37, spoke directly to her fans as she revealed that the people of Ukraine were in her thoughts as she started her day off in her home gym, while supporting the women of the country in a poignant post on International Women's Day.In view of her 1.7 million followers, the former Strictly Come Dancing star told of her heartbreak over the war in the country.Greeting her followers from her home gym, Gemma looked ready to take on her busy day.She said: "Morning, I just finished my session, I did a nice little cardio sesh to set me up for the day and my shoot."It's weird though, I just did that post for Ukraine," she said, referencing a story she shared earlier on the situation.Gemma continued: "Does anyone else feel like, I don't know, almost guilty every now and then, well a lot of the time."Like just then I was training and half way through I stopped and thought, 'Oh my God, those people, what they're going through....'"It's just awful and you feel, well I feel hopeless because over here what can you do?" she quizzed her fans.She went on: "Other than, yes I've donated, lots of people have donated, what else can you do?"You feel like, it's like watching a movie and waiting for it to end."Anyway, I just thought I'd share that nugget."Hopefully you all know what I mean and you feel the same," she ended, before going on to share her busy day which involved a professional photo shoot.Hours earlier, the mother-of-one had previously shared a poignant post, which read: "To the women in Ukraine today, on International Women's Day."I cannot begin to imagine your pain."Your strength is immeasurable."I feel hopeless over here

Coronation Street actress Rebecca Ryan is currently front and centre of the show as manipulative Lydia Chambers, but it’s not the first time the actress has starred in an ITV soap. Speaking exclusively to OK! Rebecca, 30, revealed she previously played Emmerdale character Bob Hope’s (Tony Audenshaw) daughter Carly.

Gemma Atkinson marked International Women's Day by sharing an adorable video of her daughter but fans were soon distracted by her accent.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez was puzzled after he spotted his fiancée Gemma Atkinson checking herself in the mirror.