Love Island star Gemma Owen's family take action to 'boost her image' amid backlash

Love Island's Gemma Owen, the daughter of former footballer Michael Owen, is still yet to reveal to her fellow Islanders who her famous dad is. However, with the arrival of Jay Younger, that could all be about to change.The 28 year old Scottish hottie, 24, has something in common with Gemma, 19, as they both have relatives who have played for Liverpool.

Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has her head turning for the second time on the show when new bombshell Jay Younger arrives in the villa. In scenes airing Tuesday night, the 27 year old makes it clear that she is definitely attracted to Edinburgh hunk Jay, 28, as he makes his entrance along with fellow bombshell model Remi Lambert following Afia Tonkmoor’s exit on Monday.

Love Island’s Afia Tonkmor left fans baffled in the villa, as the stunning bombshell told her dates she lived in two different areas of London. While on her first date with Liam Llewellyn last week, the 25 year old lounge host, told the young Welshman that she lived in Waterloo, South East London. However while on a date with rugby star Jacques O’Neill, just a few days later she revealed she lived in North West London instead.

Love Island viewers are adamant that Jacques will drop a massive bombshell in the coming episodes after he recently joined the cast.Jacques joined the villa and dated Afia and Paige before he joined his fellow islanders, and met his ex-girlfriend Gemma Owen for the first time since they split “a year-and-a-half ago”.Gemma told the girls that they had dated for about eight months after she spotted him from the balcony whilst he was on a date in the garden.Later on, Jacques and Gemma chatted to each other to clear the air and the pair caught up.Jacques asked Gemma how her family are doing, to which she replied that they were “keeping well,” and she questioned him about his new dog.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comJacques also drank during a Never Have I Ever game, to answer the question of whether he had ever fancied one of his girlfriend’s mums.Signs point towards Jacques knowing who Gemma’s father is and fans think he will be the one to reveal the information to the rest of the cast.Gemma is the 19-year-old daughter of former England football player Michael Owen.He has had a glittering career and played as a striker for Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle United, Manchester United and Stoke City, as well as a stint on the England national team.Gemma has yet to drop the bombshell onto her fellow islanders but viewers are adamant Jacques will get there before she does.One fan made a bold claim: “Can’t believe the producers have had to plant Jacques in [the show] because Gemma is not giving them what they want and [not] telling people she’s Michael Owen’s kid.”Another simply stated: “Jacques will be the one to drop that her dad is Michael Owen.”An

Love Island fans are growing confused over who’s who on the island after new boy Jacques entered the villa.Jacques joined his fellow islanders and ex-girlfriend Gemma Owen after dating Paige and Afia, but viewers are beginning to lose track of the current male cast.One observant fan tweeted: "Andrew, Luca, Liam and now Jacques are literally the exact same person in different fonts."Another fan noted that Gemma told Jacques that he and Luca were the same, to which Jacques responded: "No wonder why you like him."More viewers tweeted and said that they were “struggling to tell the difference” between all the similar-looking islanders.Matters were made worse when last night (June 13) the cast gathered round the fireplace and both Luca and Jacques made a serious fashion faux-pas.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comThe duo wore matching grey knitted shirts, which both had long sleeves and a silver zip at the front of the collar.Jacques and Luca also sport a very similar haircut and beard style, which may add to the viewers’ confusion.One fan spotted the style blunder and tweeted: “Jacques and Luca look identical tonight, even got the same shirt on.”Another eagle eyed viewer also tweeted: “Is anyone going to comment on Luca and Jacques wearing the exact same outfit?!”However, another fan speculated that the mix-up could have something to do with the upcoming episode, which will air tonight (15 June).In the previous episode’s teaser clip, Gemma, who is the daughter of England football player Michael Owne, and Luca, a fishmonger from Brighton, were shown arguing with each other.Gemma called Luca a “p****” and the camera cut to Luca, who was sitting on a sofa

Things are about to get frosty in the Love Island villa on Tuesday 14 June, as Gemma Owen calls current love interest Luca the name of her ex-boyfriend, Jacques. In an awkward moment, the 19 year old daughter of Michael Owen accidentally calls Luca by ex Jacques’ name and immediately ruffles his feathers with the faux-pas, all while he's rubbing her shoulders.

Love Island star Gemma Owen was left mortified after she accidentally called Luca "Jacques", the name of her ex-boyfriend who just entered the villa.Gemma has been coupled up with fishmonger Luca Bish in the villa, who has made it clear he's rather smitten with Michael Owen's dressage-riding daughter.The couple had only enjoyed one night together before Gemma's rugby hunk ex Jacques O'Neill landed in the villa as a bombshell on Sunday night (June 12) - leaving Luca feeling anxious.However, it looks like things have just gotten even more awkward for the pair as Gemma accidentally confused Luca's name for that of her former boyfriend, Jacques.Gemma suffered an epic slip of the tongue on Tuesday night (June 14) whilst sharing a hug with Luca in the kitchen.Even worse, Jacques himself was sitting directly next to them at the time, and the other islanders were quick to spot Gemma's name gaffe.Amber laughed: “Did you just call him something else?”Luca replied: "I know what she said.”Amber responded: "Jacques?”A gobsmacked Dami joined the chat, adding: "Oh my god, there is no way that happened, there is no way that happened!"Paige, who has just coupled up with Jacques, said: “Easy mistake to make, hun.”But it seems there could be trouble in paradise as Luca walks out of the kitchen and walks off into the garden - suggesting he's rather unhappy with Gemma.Gemma clearly knows she's This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

Michael Owen has made a candid confession in regard to his mental health. In a re-surfaced extra from his 2020 autobiography, Reboot, the former England footballer revealed he sought "professional help" after he grew "jealous" of his wife Louise's close bond with their eldest daughter, Love Island star Gemma Owen.MORE: Michael Owen breaks silence as daughter Gemma causes a stir on Love IslandSpeaking of his "inner demons", Michael admitted he accused his childhood sweetheart of spending too much time with their 19-year-old daughter whilst "ignoring" their other children.WATCH: Love Island's Jacques talks split from Gemma OwenThe former Liverpool player, 42, wrote: "To my surprise, I found myself standing at a figurative cliff edge in 2014.

Last night we saw our first Love Island dumping before it was revealed that two new male bombshells were heading into the villa to shake things up. Jay Younger, 28, and Remi Lambert, 22, have both pledged to stir drama ahead of their debut appearance on the ITV2 show. Investment Analyst Jay, from Edinburgh, said: "I'm definitely not afraid of breaking up a couple.

Love Island narrator Iain Stirling is best known for his hilarious quips on the show, and has caused quite a stir after taking aim for Michael Owen.

LOVE Island has been thrown into chaos after male model Zach Hartman pulled out of the show at the last minute. The hunky star - who has shot campaigns with Jack Wills, Ralph Lauren and ASOS - was due to fly to the villa this week as a bombshell arrival. However he decided to quit the opportunity to protect his career forcing bosses to get a last-minute replacement.

Love Island has suffered another blunder as a second contestant has quit the show before making their way into the villa. Male model Zach Hartman was reportedly set to make his way into the Majorcan villa this week as a bombshell, but pulled out at the last minute. According to The Sun, Zach told friends: “I was meant to be going on Love Island this year and flying out this week.

Michael Owen has previously opened up about the jealousy he suffered that led him to going for counselling. The former Liverpool and Manchester United footballer is currently watching his daughter, Gemma, attempt to find love on the 2022 series of Love Island.

Michael Owen once admitted that he was jealous of the bond between his wife Louise and his eldest daughter, 19 year old Love Island star Gemma. The former Liverpool and England footballing hero made the confession in his 2014 autobiography, detailing a fraught time in his mental health after his football glory. Writing in his 2020 autobiography Reboot, Michael said: "To my surprise, I found myself standing at a figurative cliff edge in 2014.

Peter Andre has said that he feels former football legend Michael Owen's pain having to watch his daughter Gemma on Love Island this year.Gemma, 19, is one of the singletons who entered the villa last week and has struck up a relationship with fishmonger Luca Bish.Former footballer Michael Owens has said that it is his 'worst nightmare' to watch his daughter on the show.Peter, who has four children of his own, took to his new! column saying: "I have to say I feel every inch of pain Michael Owen must be going through seeing his daughter Gemma on Love Island.“Don’t get me wrong, it’s a great show but it’s not exactly ideal as a dad, is it?"No wonder he said he’d flown to Germany for football commentating to avoid it."The Mysterious Girl singer said that he has laid down the ground rules for his own children, saying that they will never be able to appear on the show.He also said that he is aware that his daughter Princess is watching the show with his wife.He is happy for them to present the show but would not be happy if they appeared as a contestant.Peter is a doting father and has just spent a whopping £25,000 on a new car for his son Junior's birthday. The teen, whose mum is Katie Price, showed off the vehicle on his Instagram page on Monday (June 13).

Former Love Island star Kem Cetinay has hit back at claims the show is fixed. Kem, 26, who has spilled some of the Love Island villa secrets including drones and on-site barbers, appeared on the third series back in 2017. He won the show with Amber Davies, before calling it quits in December of the same year.

Gemma Owen left fans baffled on Monday 13 June evening's episode of the hit ITV dating programme Love Island after revealing she doesn't know how to iron clothes.The 19 year old daughter of professional footballer Michael, 42, was getting ready to dress up for the evening as she walked through the bedroom and questioned: "Does anyone know how to iron?" Fellow contestant Dami Hope, 26, immediate responded: "Luca does!" referring to the fishmonger Luca Bish, 23, who she's coupled up with. Dami, who has a very lavish home with a chic living room in Dublin, then added: "This is your opportunity to shine." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter Luca then told Gemma: "I'll bring it up to ya," as Dami echoed: "Luca will bring it up you." As Gemma walked away, Luca told Dami: "Right, you do it now," as Dami, who started ironing, questioned: "What do you mean I do it now man..." while they all laughed.

Love Island viewers have come up with a far-fetched theory involving rival islanders Gemma Owen and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu.Gemma, who is the daughter of former England striker Michael Owen, entered the villa and immediately had eyes for Davide, who is eight years older than her.They eventually coupled up but before long, a bombshell came along to cause trouble.Ekin-Su is a Turkish model and actress who had her sights set on the Italian hunk and got to work grafting for his attention.The pair worked out together, with Davide even performing weighted squats whilst she balanced on her shoulders, and eventually her pursuits paid off.Davide paired up with Ekin-Su at the recent recoupling after Luca stole Gemma from him. Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comGemma and Ekin-Su have had a frosty relationship from the get-go, after Ekin-Su referred to 19-year-old Gemma as her “little sister” and began turning on the charm with Davide, who she was coupled up with at the time.The pair have been at the centre of the show’s drama for a few episodes now, but their similar taste in men seems to have sparked speculation.It appears not to be the only thing the stunning duo have in common as viewers think the pair look eerily similar - enough that Ekin-Su could be Gemma’s mum.Fans took to Twitter to share their conspiracy theory with fellow viewers and the platform erupted with tweets.A fan tweeted a picture of Gemma with her mum and wrote: “Ekin-Su is not her big sister, it’s her mum.”Another added: “Nah, Gemma’s mum looks like Ekin-Su.”One confused viewer also posted: “Ekin-Su is her mum?”Ekin-Su is definitely not Gemma’s mum, whom the star shares a close bond with.There

Love Island villa as Gemma Owen calls Luca Bish a "p***k" in the first row of the series.In the latest preview for the ITV show, things start to get heated between the pair and some viewers think they know why.In the clip, the couple can be seen arguing just days after Gemma's ex-boyfriend Jacques O'Neill entered the villa.Luca, 23, was initially worried about his entrance, but he has since been reassured that Gemma, 19, and Jacques, 23, are history.But on tonight's episode (June 14), the pair come to blows as they're sat by the fire pit and it seems Gemma has done something to upset Luca.Want all the last villa gossip straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily Love Island newsletter HEREGemma and Luca are still wearing their outfits from Monday's episode, so the drama will unfold soon after the latest recoupling saw Afia Tonkmor dumped from the island.The preview starts with Gemma saying: "I am not..." before stopping as an annoyed Luca rolls his eyes.She then shouts: "Don't roll your eyes at me you p***k, it's a genuine mistake.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.com"I'm sorry, there's nothing more to it."The clip ends there and fans will have to tune in tonight to find out what caused the argument.However, some viewers believe they've worked out what happened, and took to Twitter to share their theory.One person wrote: "I’m calling it now, Gemma accidentally calls Luca 'Jacques'."Another fan agreed, saying: "What’s the bets tomorrow night Gemma calls Luca ‘Jaques’?"One viewer said: "I am 10000% sure Gemma called Luca by her ex's name," whilst another added: "I really hope Gemma calls Luca, Jacques, because that is top tier content."Tonight's

It's not just the Islanders causing a stir as the voice of Love Island has found himself in a bit of bother with viewers. Iain Stirling is never seen but always heard during every episode of the ITV2 dating show as he commentates on all the latest goings-on in the famous villa.

We're now a week into the eighth series of Love Island and fans of the show have renewed their pleas to bosses in a bid for them to make what will be a crucial change for their viewing enjoyment. The latest episode of the ITV2 dating show aired on Monday night (June 13).