Gemma Collins shares rare photo of parents as she shares heartbreaking post

TOWIE star Gemma Collins has thanked an "incredible" group of doctors as her parents battle coronavirus. The reality TV star, 39, revealed earlier this week both her parents Alan and Joan are "extremely unwell" with Covid-19.

GEMMA Collins has paid tribute to the "incredible" nurses and doctors looking after her coronavirus-stricken dad. The reality TV star is by her father's hospital bed tonight as she worries sick about his recovery.

Gemma Collins thanked NHS staff for their help as her dad continues to battle coronavirus in hospital.The Towie star recently revealed that parents Alan and Joan had contracted Covid-19, just before Christmas.She later explained that her father’s condition had worsened, and he was being treated for his symptoms in hospital.Taking to her Instagram story, the 39-year-old heaped praise on those taking care of him.Sharing a snap of the health expert by her dad’s bedside, Gemma wrote: ‘Dr Angus Ehien and his team are just incredible’.Beside another upload, she simply added a ‘Thank You!’ sticker.Gemma previously revealed she was left terrified for her dad’s health, urging fans to take coronavirus seriously.‘Please please please take notice of

Gemma Collins' father Alan is currently in hospital as he fights Covid-19.

GEMMA Collins thanked NHS doctors helping her dad as he battles coronavirus. The former Towie star, 39, has been updating fans on her parents' heartbreaking battle with Covid.

Gemma Collins says her beloved dad is in "the best place right now" as he fights for his life in hospital after catching coronavirus.

Gemma Collins is praying for her dad's speedy recovery after he was rushed into hospital with coronavirus.

Gemma Collins has revealed her father is in hospital and fighting for his life after contracting the deadly Covid-19 virus. The heartbroken 39-year-old reality star has been sharing updates on the condition of her father, Alan, who fell ill with the coronavirus earlier in the week.

Former TOWIE star Gemma Collins has shared a heartbreaking picture while lying next to her extremely ill dad.The star has asked for her millions of followers to take coronavirus seriously as her dad battles the terrible illness while saying she’s “scared” for her dad. “Covid is so scary laying next to my dad holding his hand right now I am showing you this to create awareness of how real Covid is,” the 39 year old wrote while sharing a photo with her hand in her that of her father’s.

coronavirus.Gemma, 39, shared the news on her podcast as she discussed her festive traditions with her doting parents.She added that she was determined to continue with their annual trip despite the coronavirus pandemic that continues to sweep across the four corners of the nation.Speaking about her outing, the television personality who found fame on The Only Way Is Essex, said: "I love Christmas but this year, leading up to Christmas is always going to be a little bit different because of the pandemic."So I took my mum to London because we always used to go to London on the 22nd, 23rd, and 24th and we'd drive home on Christmas Eve."The GC continued: "I managed to do that earlier with her and it's a lovely feeling as when I left London I

GEMMA Collins has shared a picture of her laying beside and holding the hand of her extremely ill dad as he battles coronavirus. The heartbroken star wants her followers to take the deadly virus seriously and admitted she's heartbroken and scared.

Gemma Collins has shared her fears for her father’s life after he fell ill with Covid.

Gemma Collins has revealed she took her mum on a trip to London before her parents caught Covid-19. The 39 year old announced on 22 December that her mum and dad feel "extremely unwell" due to being struck by the deadly virus.The former TOWIE star explained on The Gemma Collins Podcast last week that it's a tradition for her and Joan to go to London in the days before Christmas to enjoy the festive spirit and shop.

Gemma Collins told her fans she took her mum to London days before revealing her parents had Covid-19.

GEMMA Collins took her mum on a trip to London as a Christmas treat before her parents were struck down with coronavirus. The 39-year-old star revealed yesterday that both her mum and dad are "extremely unwell" after contracting the illness - and her dad is so poorly he'd "rather be dead".

Gemma Collins has shared an emotional clip of her seriously ill parents as they battle the coronavirus. The 39-year-old TOWIE star begged her fans to "stay home" amid lockdown and new Tier 4 rules in the UK as she's "petrified" for her mum Joan and dad Alan.

Gemma Collins has renewed her pleas for fans to "stay home" after sharing her parents' Covid battle.

Gemma Collins attempts to set up Carol Vorderman and Paul HollywoodGemma Collins ‘nearly got stuck in the bath’ because of all the substantial mealsGemma Collins 'centre of bidding war between BBC and ITV'One fan who had been through something similar with their family posted: ‘Just tell them to keep fighting, my FIL felt the same way he just needs to keep going.‘He will have dark days but he just needs to take every day as they come and he will win. My thoughts are with you all, keep digging deep.’Got a story?If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us  – we’d love to hear from you.

Gemma Collins shared her heartbreak with fans after both of her parents became 'extremely unwell' with coronavirus.

Gemma Collins has heartbreakingly revealed both her parents have been "extremely unwell" as a result of the coronavirus.The 39 year old, who recently admitted she "nearly got stuck in a bath tub", took to her Instagram feed to share the news and beg fans to adhere to the Covid-19 government guidelines and take the virus seriously.The GC shared two photos of her parents Joan and Alan, with one showing them smiling for the camera while out for an evening meal, while another showed them posing in front of a Christmas tree with their daughter between them. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Gemma Collins has revealed both her parents have tested positive for coronavirus.