Strictly's Gorka Marquez issues update on show return amid huge new career move

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Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez have given fans an update on the future of their reality show, Gemma and Gorka: Life Behind the Lens.The loved-up pair, who met on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017, teamed up with W and UKTV Play for the series which gives viewers a glimpse into their professional and personal lives.The show first aired in 2023 and its second series, which aired in May 2024, followed the couple as they adjusted to life as a family of four after welcoming their son, Thiago, in July 2023.They also have a daughter, Mia, born in 2019.

Speaking at the Pride of Britain Awards in October, Gemma hinted at a possible third series. "Potentially, yeah. We're currently in talks to do it but we keep thinking why do people want to keep watching us doing nothing." Despite this, the former Coronation Street star admitted the show was a hit, saying: "But it did really well, it was like the biggest show on their channel so possibly.", reports the Express.

However, the couple are still figuring out the logistics as Gorka will be busy filming in the New Year. The professional dancer joined the judging panel of Bailando Con Las Estrellas, the Spanish version of Strictly, in 2024.Talking about his new role, Gorka said: "I still love dancing and I want to carry that on but judging is also fun." Strictly star Gorka, who's been dazzling audiences since 2016, opened up about how his new judging role has enhanced his approach to training celebrity dance partners. "It was a very positive thing because it gave me an insight into what they see from the other side," he shared. "I now understand more and it helps when I choreograph because I now think of things they want to see." This season, Gorka danced with Dr Punam Krishan, but despite.