Holly Willoughby defends Gemma Owen from Love Island critics on This Morning

OH, poor old Michael Owen. The former England player can’t go anywhere nowadays without being asked about Gemma, his daughter who has headed off to ITV2’s Love Island in search of fame.

Holly Willoughby looked incredible as she posed for a sun-kissed selfie in a white bikini.The This Morning host posed in her swimwear in an idyllic location on holiday with the sea glistening behind her in the picture. Holly went make-up free in the sunny snap, with her blonde hair wet and sunglasses sitting on top of her head.The mum-of-three's white bikini could be seen while she also wore a dainty gold necklace.

THE Love Island boys picked their sexiest girl after Friday night's challenge - and it wasn't Gemma Owen or even bombshell Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. For the challenge the girls were tasked with performing steamy routines for the lads.

Love Island star Davide Sanclimenti is set to end his romance with Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu as the pair come to blows tonight over her terrace action, which she states “is not cheating”.The break-up happens as Davide, 27, confronts the Turkish beauty about her secret dalliances with bombshell Jay Younger, 28, after the pair disappeared to enjoy a make-out session together on the terrace. Davide and Ekin-Su, 27, have been coupled up together since arriving on Love Island.

LOVE Island is all about the contestants finding the love of their life - but let’s be honest, it’s also about the cast gaining Instagram followers.  And so far, it’s Turkish soap star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu who is leading the way among the Love Island stars with 451k followers on the app.  As of this week, though, it’s Jay with the least amount of fans clicking follow on his account - although that could all change after his secret hook-ups with Ekin.  The second most followed girl is Gemma Owen - who also boasts 43.9k followers on her official dressage account where she posts updates on her riding competitions.  She also launched her swimwear brand back in February - where she has just over eight thousand fans following her.  According to research, Gemma had just 42.4k followers before she entered the villa, rising to 78k on the morning of the show launch.  .css-16e4f55{margin:16px 0;}.css-1czxmma{background-color:rgba(252,239,255,1);margin:16px 0;}.css-1tapza8{padding:20px 15px;}.css-1bk4jdt{padding:20px

IT'S been a busy few days in the Love Island villa, with sparks flying between new - and established - couples. Fans of the ITV2 reality show have been lapping up the drama, and haven't held back when they felt a contestant had stepped out of line.

Love Island viewers have been left baffled at Gemma Owen's lack of eye contact on the show. But a dating expert has said it could well be because the 19 year old is "hiding a secret." It is widely known that Gemma's dad is famous footballer Michael Owen, but this information is yet to be found out by her fellow islanders.

Love Island fans seem to be loving the new series, but some fear it's going a bit too well.The bombshells of the series kicked off with Davide Sanclimenti who caused an absolute stir in the villa as he immediately won over Gemma Owen - before losing her days later - but it only went up from there.The next bombshell arrivals were stunning duo Afia Tonkmor and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, with the latter being compared to one of the favourite bombshells ever Maura Higgins.Their prompt arrival was followed by Jacques O'Neill, Gemma Owen's ex boyfriend - all of which took place in just one week.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comAs newbies Remi Lambert and Jay Younger have now entered the villa and drama has surrounded the duo, with Remi eyeing up both Amber and Indiyah and Jay sneaking off for a private smooch with Ekin-Su, fans are concerned.Drama has been delivered almost every episode since launch night - which is an impressive feat for the first week of the reality series, and by the end of week two, they've still managed to leave viewers speechless.Fans of the show took to Reddit to share their thoughts on the series with one user writing: "This has the potential to be the best season ever."Explaining their opinion in the comments, they wrote: "Ngl taking my nostalgia glasses off, I don't think there's been a better start to a season than this. The cast have got everything as well and the bombshells are bombshelling."One person added: "They got early casting completely right.

Love Island star Jacques has been accused of feeling as though he has authority over former flame Gemma Owen.Jacques entered the villa as a bombshell last week and rocked the other islanders when it was revealed he was the 19-year-old's ex-boyfriend.Speaking about their past relationship, which Gemma confirmed was a year-and-a half ago, she confirmed they dated for eight months.Although since he entered the Spanish villa, fans have noticed there still seems to be chemistry between the two of them despite her being in a couple with Luca.Talking about the situation on the Love Island: The Morning After podcast, host Arielle Free states she feels as though Jacques believes he has authority over his ex.Over the past few episodes, we've seen Gemma stray from Luca slightly as she wants to slow down their romance.However, some viewers have speculated she's started to drift from her partner ever since Jacques entered the villa.Podcast host Arielle said: "Luca though I think is head over heels smitten.

Kym Marsh has given an update on her dad's health, confirming that his cancer has spread. The former Coronation Street actress revealed last summer that her father Dave had been diagnosed with incurable prostate cancer.

Love Island’s Luca Bish has become a hot topic on social media since he entered the villa. Now the fishmonger, 24, has left Twitter users in hysterics as he was spotted wearing a pair of ‘fish flops’ on the show.The shoes aren’t just printed with fish on them - they’re an entire fish to slide the foot into and definitely make a lasting impression.

Michael Owen made a surprise appearance as he stepped out to enjoy day one of Royal Ascot on Tuesday.MORE: Michael Owen breaks silence as daughter Gemma causes a stir on Love IslandThe 42-year-old looked especially dapper in his dark grey three-piece suit which he teamed with a polka dot baby blue tie and a crisp white shirt. He finished off his formal attire with a pristine black top hat.WATCH: Charles and Camilla lead royal procession on day two of AscotTaking to his Instagram account, the dad-of-four shared an upbeat picture at the Berkshire racecourse, along with the caption: "Best week of the year.

Not all Good Morning Britain viewers were impressed at the latest edition of the show. The ITV news programme was back for the last episode of the week on Friday (June 17).

Under starters orders for day four at Royal Ascot with the fillies and speed merchants taking top billing.

Love Island fans have been left fuming after seeing a series of 'red flags' in Luca Bish.Luca, 23, is currently coupled up with Gemma Owen, 19, in the villa who is the youngest contestant.Fans said that the bosses have a 'duty of care' to contestants after Luca was seen slamming Gemma into his body and then later showing signs of 'controlling behaviour'.It all started on Wednesday nights episode when Luca was giving Gemma a massage but viewers were concerned as he began slamming Gemma's body into his chest and continued to do so even after she asked him to stop.He then began what viewers described as controlling behaviour after Gemma accidentally called him her ex boyfriend's name Jaques.Following her name slip up, she said: "I absolutely didn't mean to say it. It was a genuine mistake."I have no feelings for him and I'm not interested in getting back with him."But Luca was not convinced and seemed to shift the goal posts on Gemma during the discussion."It makes it weirder for me that two minutes later you were in there with your ex," he said.She hit back: "Don't roll your eyes at me and stop being a p***k."I'll come to you and say I'm in the wrong, it was a mistake, I've no feelings for him and I have no interest in getting back with him – you want to carry on, I'm not interested in having an argument with you."It was a genuine mistake, I'm sorry, I can appreciate you feeling angry.

The One Show host Alex Jones was spotted enjoying a very glamorous charity lunch on Friday, alongside Holly Willoughby, Chris Evans and David Walliams.MORE: Alex Jones shows rare glimpse of morning routineThe group of A-listers attended the lavish event at department shop Fortnum and Mason, after winning an auction which was held in aid of Chris' charity Car Fest.WATCH: Alex Jones stuns The One Show viewers in cheeky cherry blouseTaking to her Instagram Stories, Alex reshared a fabulous snap from the day. Captioning the post she penned: "A very lovely gang and lots of money raised courtesy of @chrisevanstfi and @thefrothycoffeeman."READ: Alex Jones enjoys date with husband at the Chelsea Flower Show - and just look at her dressSEE: The One Show's Alex Jones reveals sentimental new addition to gardenAlex and Holly looked fabulous as they sat opposite each other on deep green velvet chairs at the immaculate table which was beautifully dressed with bright purple summer flowers.

Love Island star Luca Bish has called out his Villa partner Gemma Owen after she said she was worried about feeling "trapped" and "married off" in their relationship.It may only be early days in their romance, but Gemma and Luca are bonding well and spend a lot of time together, often cuddling and kissing in bed. However on Thursday's episode (June 16), Gemma revealed she was "very quiet" in front of new boys Jay Younger and Remi Lambert because she was so happy with her partner.She added she had even "screwed" herself over with the possibility of getting to know them.As the pair chatted while they sat outside on a sofa, Luca, 24, asked the international dressage champion if her feelings about their relationship were sparked by her receiving attention from new islanders Jay Younger and Remi Lambert?.Gemma said: "I've seen a different side to you, which I do like, but I don't want to feel like trapped, and that's us two married off now and that's it.""Why are we married off?" Luca fired back, adding: "Because two boys have come in and not given you attention?".Gemma appeared shaken by his remarks and attempted to clarify her thoughts, saying: "No it's got nothing to do with the other boys, why would you think it's got something to do with the other boys?"Luca replied: "I think you think in your head, this is me assuming, that they've seen we're strong and thought 'nah'."A defensive Gemma responded: "I think when they first came in I was very quiet, and when I did open my mouth it was like 'well I'm happy with how things are going with Luca.

Love Island fans were left wondering what Ekin-Su Culculoglu was up to following a secret kiss with another contestant on the reality TV show that seemed to create discord by her only telling two of the other girls.Ekin-Su made a confession to Gemma Owen and Paige Thorne on the ITV show last night (Thursday), fresh from her drama surrounding Jay Younger and Davide Sanclimenti.She enjoyed a secret rendezvous with Jay - despite being coupled up with Davide - which led to a secret snog with the bombshell.Ekin-Su was seen to be crawling across the floor to stay out of sight, after telling Jay to meet her on the terrace, following flirting the day before. Jay did the same after making an excuse to leave.Davide predicted Jay would try to kiss Ekin-Su and that they were together, and shocked his co-stars with the idea - including Paige who downplayed that Ekin-Su would kiss Jay.However, she learnt the truth, when Ekin-Su spoke to her and Gemma around the fire pit.

Love Island's tattooed hunk Luca Bish called out Gemma Owen after she said she was worried about feeling "trapped" and "married off" in their comfortable partnership in the villa.The 24 year old fishmonger asked the international dressage champion if the reason she was feeling that way was actually due to not receiving attention from new boys Jay Younger and Remi Lambert when they entered the reality dating show earlier in the week. Caught off-guard by Luca's frankness, Gemma, 19, admitted she'd been "very quiet" and even "screwed" herself over with the possibility of getting to know other boys as she was so happy with her partner.The awkward conversation unfolded while Turkish actress Ekin-Su, 27, was dealing with her own secret rendezvous and drama between 27 year old Davide Sanclimenti and Scottish investment banker Jay, 28.

Love Island's Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has been praised by fans for "saving" Luca Bish after Gemma Owen spoke about the fish man starting to annoy her with being too keen.The 19-year-old horse lover was talking to a number of the girls about her concerns, with Ekin-Su being part of the clan.After their conversation, the Turkish beauty opted to take Luca for a private chat to give him some words of advise when it comes to Gemma.While she had been trying to do a nice thing, this wasn't reciprocated from the fishmonger who fumed that he's "not 12" when speaking to the cameras.Over on Twitter, fans got behind Ekin-Su to hail her for her efforts with attempting to tip off Luca about Gemma's feelings.One person penned: "Ekin-su saving Luca #LoveIsland."Another echoed: "Ekin-Su tried to help Luca out there #LoveIslandA third said: "#LoveIsland Luca should actually listen to Ekin Su, speaking facts."Later on in the programme, Gemma chose to pull Luca for a chat to discuss her woes.She said: "You’ve probably noticed I am being a little bit off the last day."Continuing, the daughter of the former Liverpool striker said: "What initially attracted me to you is that you didn't give a sh*t but I’ve seen a different side to you, which I do like but I don’t want to feel that's us two married off now and that’s it."Responding Luca exclaimed: "Why are we married off?" and then adds "Listen we both like each other and we will see how it goes."This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

Davide Sanclimenti created quite the impression when he entered the villa as Love Island’s first bombshell of the season.The self-proclaimed “Italian stallion” was quick to capture the attention of the girls in the villa with his Italian charm.Within hours of arriving at the villa, Davide coupled up with Gemma Owen, who had previously been with Liam Llewellyn.But in the first recoupling of the series Davide coupled up with bombshell Ekin-Su as Gemma moved on with Luca Bish.Now it seems that it may be his turn to have his partner swiped by a bombshell, as it looks like Ekin-Su’s head has been turned by the arrival of Jay Younger.As the ladies' man’s confidence diminishes, here’s what we know about Davide Sanclimenti, including his age and job.Shortly after first appearing on the show, Davide caused controversy after his age was revealed to viewers.Davide became the oldest contestant on this year's show when he entered the villa.The Italian is 27 years old but fans were left unhappy when he kissed Gemma Owen during his first episode.Gemma is the youngest contestant at just 19 years old and many viewers felt that the age gap between Gemma and Davide was too big, with some even threatening to complain to Ofcom.But now Davide is no longer the oldest contestant on this year’s series of Love Island.Jay Younger, who entered the show as a bombshell on Tuesday, is 28 years old.The older Islanders are now battling it out for the heart of Ekin-Su, who is the same age as Davide.Davide is an entrepreneur and is self-employed after he launched his own business in 2021.Davide’s business is S Deluxe Shisha, a premium shisha service used by exclusive hospitality venues.Before owning his own business, Davide worked in finance.