Gemma Owen's former boss issues update on her future after Love Island

Love Island villa with his charming good looks, cheeky one-liners and ounces of charisma.The Love Island star from Brighton currently has his sights set on football legend Michael Owen's daughter Gemma Owen, 21, as things heat up between the Gen Z's.Luca, outside of the villa and alongside degutting fish at his local fisheries, the future influencer, has had his hook in many different pools with ties to some rather notable celebrities.From an EastEnders icon to a former Strictly Come Dancing star, Daily Star takes a look at Luca's celebrity network.Luca revealed that he dated Strictly Come Dancing 2019 star Saffron Barker for a few months before entering the Love Island villa.Saffron, 21, attended the same school in Brighton as the fishmonger, and after growing close, they enjoyed a brief romance.The former couple appear to still be on good terms, with YouTube star Saffron wishing him luck as he got set to enter the villa earlier this month.A cosy Instagram snap of Saffron and Luca was recently unearthed, with the duo looking loved-up as they cuddled in bed together.Before he made his way into the Mallorcan villa, EastEnders legend Patsy Palmer, who played Bianca Butcher, took to Instagram Stories to share his official promo photo alongside a positive message.She penned: "Omg @lucabish all grown up and going on @loveisland. We cannot wait to watch you."You will smash it so beautiful, kind & funny.

Love Island, which will see a tense recoupling.This time the boys have a tough decision to make as they’ll be the ones choosing which girl they want to couple up with.The recoupling comes after the Islanders had a busy day in last night’s episode.Davide made his move on Danica while new bombshell Charlie and Tasha got to know each other on a steamy hot tub date.Meanwhile, Ekin-Su came to blows with Jay in an explosive argument after he revealed he was interested in Paige.Now, things in the villa are really heating up and tonight’s recoupling could change the dynamic completely.Here’s how the couples are likely to change.Danica entered the villa less than a week ago as a bombshell and the Islanders were shocked when she had to choose a boy to couple up with after less than 24 hours on the show.Taking a chance, Danica chose Luca Bish, who she said looked most like her ex.But the risk didn’t play off and Luca wasn’t happy with her decision.The recoupling put a divide between him and Gemma Owen, who he’d previously been coupled up with.Luca chose to sleep in the living room rather than share a bed with Danica and has remained faithful to Gemma despite their new partnerships.Now, it looks like Luca and Gemma will finally get their chance to couple up again and it’s likely that the fishmonger will wave goodbye to Danica.Gemma chose to couple up with Davide after Danica’s decision to go for Luca.Davide and Gemma had already coupled up once before earlier on in the season, and fans weren’t happy when the 19-year-old kissed Davide, who is eight years older than her.Although they’ve been sharing a bed, Gemma has claimed that there’s no romantic connection between her and the Italian hunk.And Davide has had his sights set on

Love Island fans have been left convinced that one contestant has secretly left the villa after they went “missing” on Thursday’s episode. Gemma Owen, 19, was nowhere to be seen during the programme, leaving viewers questioning if she had actually exited the villa unannounced.

Love Island bombshell Danica Taylor has a stunning mum called Lindsey.The reality TV star is currently trying to turn heads in the ITV2 villa and gave Italian stallion Davide a smooch during last night's (June 23) episode.From a quick social media scroll on Danica's Instagram profile, it is clear to see where she gets her good looks from.READ MORE: Love Island's Megan Barton Hanson's steamiest sex confessions - dominance to plane sexDanica, 21, often shares updates with her followers which includes Instagram Stories with her beautiful mum.The pair really did look alike especially in some of the throwback images where Danica donned blonde hair.Her mum Lindsey has even been posting on her business profile while her daughter has been living it up in the Love Island villa, telling her followers how "proud" she was of her.Want all the last villa gossip straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily Love Island newsletter HEREThis comes after the Daily Star exclusively spoke to Danica's friend about her time on the show who said Gemma Owen was "gunning" for her.Bombshell Danica's long-term pal and boss Laura Gilchrist, who has taught the reality star since she was 15-years-old at her dance academy, knows her extremely well.Danica first chose Luca Bish to couple up with her which took Gemma's partner away from her.Talking about her big risk in choosing him, Laura said: "She decided on who she first found attractive which is a valid reason."I don't think she's doing it to be unkind toward anyone else I just think she has a big pair of balls.

Love Island fans have been glued to their screen this week after another week of drama.Last week in the recoupling, bombshell Danica chose Luca Bish in a shock twist leaving Gemma Owen to couple up with ex flame Davide.However it doesn't seem to have affected Gemma and Luca's relationship as they have continued to spend time together.READ MORE: Love Island's Jay labelled 'delusional' as he misreads Ekin-Su after explosive feudFans have noticed that Luca slept in a bed on his own and Gemma has continued to sleep in a bed with Davide making them wonder if she is as into the relationship as Luca.However ex Islander Afia spoke in and interview with Heat's under the duvet and said that Gemma is 'obsessed' with Luca .She said: "She's obsessed with Luca, that's the thing, it's weird she's just that cool chilled girl and she's not showing it - but every time he's not there she's like, 'Where's Luca?'"Fans have taken to reddit to show their annoyance that they are getting a 'bad edit'.Someone posted: "I think Luca and Gemma are getting a bad edit, cause Afia said that Gemma was obsessed with him, constantly asking where he was etc." Someone replied: "It’s very obvious she’s into him, I think the people that don’t see it just don’t care to look for it, not everyone is gonna scream from the top of their lungs about how much they like someone." And another said: "It’s obvious that they like each other, viewers just love to hate them for some reason" While a third penned: "You can tell Gemma really likes him even with the current edit." And a forth wrote: "Yeah I didn't believe she liked him that much until today's episode when she told him about the text." However some people that that the edit of the couple was fair.

Love Island villa earlier this week got pulses racing - with a few of the female Islanders taking a keen interest in the property developer.The newbie opted to take Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Tasha Ghouri on a date in a sexy hot-tub, complete with strawberries, chocolate and champagne.READ NEXT: Love Island's Jacques slams 'headache' Ekin-Su as ITV stars come to blowsWhile both are technically coupled up with other boys - Ekin-Su with Jay Younger (despite an explosive fight) and Tasha with Andrew Le Page - it did seem like they were interested in exploring things further with Charlie.If a couple reaches the later stages of Love Island, parents usually come in to visit them - but Tasha's father has already gotten involved.Posting on social media, Tarek Ghouri shared an article which had the caption "Hi, I'm Charlie, I'm 45 and I'm Tasha's Dad", which was a joke tweet from a viewer.Tarek commented: "Thanks! He'd love to look like me!" Thursday evening's episode was a belter, with Ekin-Su and Jay's fight, the romantic dates with Charlie, tears being spilled and one of the Islanders causing viewers to crack up with just one comment.Love Island fans were left cracking up after Italian singleton Davide Sanclimenti began talking about himself in the third person after a shocking kiss with Danica.Davide was left single after his partner Ekin-Su shared a smooch with new guy Jay, leaving him in a friendship couple with Gemma Owen.When new girl Danica arrived, she began pursuing Davide after receiving the cold shoulder from Gemma’s partner Luca.As Davide and Danica went for a private chat in the villa, Davide reached in for a kiss before confessing in the beach hut: “I felt like Danica was really into Davide so I gave her a little

LOVE Island viewers think that Gemma Owen has secretly left the villa after she went 'missing' during last night's episode. The professional equestrian, who is the daughter of footballer Michael Owen, has been a huge talking point of the ITV2 dating show so far.

Love Island burst onto our screens for the first time back in 2015 and has featured some truly iconic characters.Many of the most popular contestants have gone on to have successful careers in influencing, social media and modelling.However, there have been a few stars involved in the show that had already had their taste of fame, thanks to a family connection to stardom.READ MORE: Ex Love Island star believes 'dry' Gemma Owen is using show to further careerFrom footballing fathers to musically blessed mothers, some of Love Island’s well known alumni have experienced the high life before they had a shot at their own.Continue reading to check out which islanders already had a link to fame and how they live their lavish lives.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comArguably one of the island’s most iconic residents, Dani appeared on the series back in 2018.She was coupled with her partner Jack Fincham from the first day they arrived at the villa and stayed strong until the final episode, when they were crowned the season’s winners.Dani revealed that her famous father was actor and British icon Danny Dyer, well known for his role as Mick Carter in EastEnders.The pair share a solid bond and since her appearance on Love Island, the pair have gone one to present MTV’s True Love or True Lies together, as well as their podcast Sorted With The Dyers.She has a son, Santiago, and has gone on to have a glamorous life since leaving the island.Dani and Jack had their own TV series post-Love Island and she took on the role of guest reporter on BBC’s The One Show in 2019.The star has a collection with In The Style, who were former sponsors of the show, and a line of lip

READ MORE: Ex Love Island star believes 'dry' Gemma Owen is using show to further careerLast year, Love Island bosses claimed to have gay contestants presented a "logistical difficulty" – something which Alex claims has been broken.The 27-year-old who previously dated Samira Mighty has spoken exclusively to the Daily Star on his thoughts.He said: "I can't really speak for all the other shows because obviously the big one that has made its brand, doing what it's doing and has been successful doing that."I can't really comment and say that it needs to change because that's just the brand that it is."I think Amazon Prime Video's Lovestruck High has really shown that it can be done and if companies really wanted to, they could do that."It's not me to say that they should and you know, call certain ones out for not doing it but it's been proven it can be done."The accountant continued: "We're not the only ones that have done it as well, there's another show earlier this year that had people with more representation from the LGBTQ+ community involved."Hopefully, it's the start of something that's more progressive for that environment moving forward."Discussing ex-Islander Zara McDermott's BBC Three show, Love In The Flesh, Alex added: "I've got a friend that was on Zara's one, so I know they had representation in that."ITV's commissioner Amanda Stavri previously told RadioTimes: "In terms of gay Islanders, I think the main challenge is regarding the format of Love Island.

Love Island fans were left in hysterics during Thursday night’s episode of the popular ITV2 dating show, as Luca Bish realised that his loved up relationship with Gemma Owen could soon be under threat. The episode opened to trouble in paradise for couple Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Jay Younger, as Jay calmly and respectfully told Ekin-Su he would like to get to know Paige Thorne better. While things appeared to initially go well at first, it wasn’t long before Ekin-Su kicked off in a fiery tantrum at having been “led on” and “mugged off”.

Love Island fans were left cracking up after Italian singleton Davide Sanclimenti began talking about himself in the third person after a shocking kiss with Danica.Davide was left single after his partner Ekin-Su shared a smooch with new guy Jay, leaving him in a friendship couple with Gemma Owen.When new girl Danica arrived, she began pursuing Davide after receiving the cold shoulder from Gemma’s partner Luca.As Davide and Danica went for a private chat in the villa, Davide reaches in for a kiss before confessing in the beach hut: “I felt like Danica was really into Davide so I gave her a little gift.”Fans immediately reacted on Twitter, dubbing the chat “hilarious’.“I felt like Danica was completely into Davide' has killed me lol,” said one viewer."Not Davide speaking in third person,” said another, followed by a laughing gif.“Talking about himself in the third person and then referring to a kiss as a gift. Is Davide of this world? hilarious.”Elsewhere, fans saw Ekin-Su lose her cool after Jay expressed his interest in Paige.After initially telling him, she didn’t mind him getting to know her, she changed her mind and confronted him for being a “mug.”Paige was seen crying after Jacques encouraged her to chat to Jay, but decided to get to know him.New guy Charlie was then seen comforting Ekin-Su before he took her and Tasha on a date.Fans were surprised to hear narrator Iain Stirling claim the posh hunk has some royal connections.

Love Island has cemented itself as part of many people’s daily schedules, and with Casa Amor set to return soon, the drama is about to get turned up even further. Past contestants are still the talk of the town thanks to their Instagram pages that detail what's going on in their lives. And as this year’s villa is rocked with more and more bombshells, one study by AskGamblers looked at the predicted earnings each contestant would be able to earn for a sponsored post on Instagram, based on their current following and engagement rate.

Footballing legend Michael Owen has issued a warning to Gemma Owen ’s fellow Love Islanders, as he opened up about what a “horror” his daughter can be when her mind is firmly fixed on the prize. The 19 year old stunner has definitely followed in her father’s footsteps when it comes to embracing a competitive streak, with the international dressage rider almost insufferable once she “has her game face on.” Fully embracing her competitive spirit, Gemma is a force to be reckoned with, with her doting dad admitting that people, including her fellow Love Islanders, need to “stay out of her way” once she sets her mind to something. "Match day or if it’s a big competition, going into that ring, she turns into a horror.

Gemma Owen has been making a mark on reality TV during her stint on this year’s Love Island. The beauty, 19, is the daughter of footballer Michael Owen but she is also a keen sportswoman herself.

It looks like there could be a new couple on the horizon in the Love Island villa as newcomer Danica Taylor and original Islander Davide Sanclimenti are set to lock lips in tonight's episode. Danica has had her sights clearly set on 'Italian Stallion' Davide, and the pair have engaged in numerous flirty chats over the last few episodes of the hit ITV2 show. In a teaser released by ITV for tonight's episode, 21 year old Danica makes her move, telling 27 year old Davide that she wants "to get to know" him.

Jay Younger is set to shock his fellow Islanders on Thursday night’s episode of Love Island as he will reveal to Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Jacques O’Neill that he’s wanting to get to know Paige Thorne “on a better level”. Paige is currently coupled up with Gemma Owen’s ex Jacques, with Wednesday night’s episode showing the pair enjoying a night in the Hideaway together.

LOVE Island star Gemma Owen has been slammed by viewers for her "cold" behaviour towards new bombshell Antigoni Buxton. Eagle-eyed fans noticed the tension straight away and flocked to Twitter to comment.

Did you know that Love Island stars get a full skin consultation before entering the villa? Neither did we until Boots – Love Island’s beauty and skincare partner – let us in on the secret this week. Each Islander is treated to a skin scan with the No7 Pro Derm Scan device before they appear on TV (read more on that here), to ensure they have their skin in tip-top condition and the bathroom stocked with all the skincare they need.

GEMMA Owen was blasted for LYING to the girls so she could tell Luca a secret on Love Island last night. Fans were up in arms when Gemma appeared to break girl code after promising she wouldn't spill the news about the new bombshell.

FOOTBALL legend Michael Owen warned his daughter Gemma is a "horror" when competitive and her fellow Love Islanders should watch out. Gemma, 19, seems to have taken after her the Three Lions star dad and gets her "game face on" when she wants to win.

LOVE Island viewers have threatened to call Ofcom after the girls ganged up on Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu during a tense row this week. On Monday night,  the Islanders clashed in a war of words after the girls accused the Turkish actress of "playing games" in the villa.