Gemma Atkinson couldn't help but laugh as she recalled a recent incident in the supermarket with her young daughter who rightly followed her mum's orders but could have left her red-faced in the process.
27.04.2023 - 12:29 / msn.com
Gemma Atkinson, 38, took to Instagram today to commemorate the 21-year anniversary of her father David's death. The former Emmerdale actress, who is expecting her second baby with her Strictly star fiancé Gorka Marquez, 32, reflected on the last time she saw her dad, in his hospital bed. Sharing a throwback photo of herself and her dad from when she was a little girl, Gemma wrote in view of her 1.
8 million followers: "21 years ago today, I sat by your hospital bed sharing a mars bar and laughing. "You were due to come home the following day. I gave you a kiss, said I'd see you tomorrow and left.
"A few hours later the hospital rang mum to tell her you had passed away. A heart attack in your sleep. My world shattered then and there.
Completely broken. "READ MORE: 22 Kids And Counting couple's business runs into trouble after holidayLinkGemma continued that despite being happy in her life now, she still feels the "void" her dad left from when she was just 17 years old. The soap star, who got engaged to Gorka in 2021, continued: "Although my life is pretty amazing now, there's still that void that you left.
There always will be, because I imagined you'd be here forever. "To at least meet your grandchildren and one day walk me down the aisle. "Having to remember you longer than I had you here is a weird feeling, but I'm always grateful and thankful for the wonderful 17 years I had you in my life Dad.
17 years of feeling safe, loved, protected and happy. The best Dad in every way. "Today we miss you more than most, but we can sit and laugh talking now about you, and I know you're regularly ear wigging and watching us all too.
Gemma Atkinson couldn't help but laugh as she recalled a recent incident in the supermarket with her young daughter who rightly followed her mum's orders but could have left her red-faced in the process.
Heavily pregnant actress and radio presenter Gemma Atkinson has been spotted walking to work in Manchester to host her usual slot on Hits Radio. It's the presenter's last week at work this week before she goes on maternity leave and welcomes her second child.The 38 year old announced that she was expecting again with her partner, Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez in January. Posting a series of cute snaps to Instagram of her showing off her baby bump, the former Hollyoaks star wrote: "Impossible to hide my belly any longer.
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Heavily pregnant Gemma Atkinson was glowing as she arrived to work at Hits Radio in Manchester on Thursday, as she counts down the days until her due date.The 38 year old is currently expecting her second child with fiancé Gorka Marquez, who is a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing. Former Hollyoaks star Gemma was glowing as she dressed for comfort in a purple sweatshirt and a dark body warmer, which she paired with wide-legged trackie bottoms.The blonde star wore a pendant necklace that appeared to bear the name of her three year old daughter, Mia, as well as a pair of dark sunglasses, whilst her hair was tied back into a fuss-free ponytail.
Gemma Atkinson flashed her blooming baby bump when she was spotted on her way to work, and the star was positively glowing as she grinned in a casual outfit for the outing.The pregnant actress, who used to star on Emmerdale, was all smiles as she donned a fitted white T-shirt that showcased her growing belly.The expecting mum-of-one was on her way in to the Hits Radio station at the studio in Manchester, and she attempted to hide her bump with a deep maroon backpack that also featured her studio pass. Gemma, 38, completed her outfit with a pair of black tracksuit bottoms and a matching puffa jacket, and slipped into a pair of black trainers to finish. She also wore a pair of oversized black sunglasses and a special gold necklace to accessorise, and clutched a large water bottle under her arm.
Gemma Atkinson wowed herself with her very own Emmerdale throwback featuring some of her former co-stars. The former soap star took to her Instagram Story on Tuesday (May 2) with the snap after she was reminded that it was on this day a number of years ago it was taken.
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Gemma Atkinson has paid a moving tribute to her dad on the anniversary of his death, saying it has been 21 years since her world was 'shattered'. The Hits Radio host has previously shared how David tragically died in 2002 when she was 17 years old.
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Gemma Atkinson gave a hilarious response to a fan as she shared a video welcoming home her man Gorka Marquez. Former Emmerdale and Hollyoaks actor Gemma, who is expecting her second child with Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Gorka, raised laughs on her Instagram.