Gemma Atkinson is a British actress, former glamour model, radio presenter, and television personality who is best known for her roles as Lisa Hunter on “Hollyoaks” (2001–2005, 2022) and three spin-off series, “Hollyoaks: After Hours” (2004), “Hollyoaks: Let Loose” (2005), and “Hollyoaks: In the City” (2006), Tamzin Bayle on “Casualty” ( She is now the host of the Hits Radio Network’s drive time position.
She made her acting debut in the 2009 comedy film “Boogie Woogie,” in which she played Charlotte Bailey. Her mother signed her to a modeling agency when she was 14 years old. She also starred opposite Rajeev Khandelwal in the Bollywood film Fever, in which she portrayed Ria. She voiced Lieutenant Eva McKenna in the video game “Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3,” which was released in 2008. In September 2007, she jogged 5 kilometers for breast cancer awareness.
She has written a book called “Ultimate Body Routine,” which includes 75 delectable meals as well as a fitness plan that may provide actual results. In addition, in 2022, she will publish her second book, “The Ultimate Body Plan for New Mums.” She also runs the website “merrrch.com,” which sells apparel. Gemma and Thunder Thighs are her nicknames (She got this nickname from her school friends).
Gemma Atkinson’s personal life
Gemma Louise Atkinson was born on November 16, 1984, and her birth name is Gemma Louise Atkinson. She was born in the English town of Bury, in the Greater Manchester region. She is the daughter of David Atkinson (father), but specifics about her mother have yet to be revealed. Nina Brollini, her sister, is her other sibling. Her father was Scottish and from Dumfries, therefore she has British nationality and is of mixed origin. Her ethnicity is White. In the year 2021, she turned 37 years old. Her horoscope sign is Scorpio, and she practices Christianity. Atkinson focused on her schooling and completed her GCSEs at Castlebrook High School in Bury. She has also completed a nutrition course and wants to pursue a degree in sports therapy at university.
Gemma Atkinson’s Timeline of a Career
Gemma Atkinson rose to notoriety after starring in the Channel 4 serial drama “Hollyoaks” as Lisa Hunter. She next starred with Marcus Patric in the E4 spin-off “Hollyoaks: Let Loose,” which was followed by “Hollyoaks: In the City.” In October 2009, she played herself in the pilot episode of “Plus One,” which was part of the pilot series “Comedy Showcase.” In 2009, she played Ria Crossley, a drug dealer’s girlfriend, in “The Bill”. After that, in 2009, she starred in the British indie film “Boogie Woogie”. She immediately started shooting for her role in “Casualty,” a BBC medical drama. In 2015, she portrayed Carly Hope in the ITV soap opera “Emmerdale.” She starred in the 2010 horror film “13Hrs” as well as the 2009 thriller “Baseline.” She then appeared in the romantic comedy film “How to Stop Being a Loser” in 2011.
She portrayed Harriett in the 2012 film “Airborne,” and then acted in a remake of “Night of the Living Dead” a year later. She starred in the 2013 film “Devil’s Pass” and in the 2016 Bollywood film “Fever.”
In 2017, she appeared in the horror thriller “Cain Hill.” In terms of theatre work, she starred in “Peter Pan” in December 2008 and on Tim Firth’s “Calendar Girls” in the West End in 2009. In 2010, she portrayed Belinda, the primary female character in Neil LaBute’s play “This Is How It Goes.” She has also competed in reality TV shows such as “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” “Celebrity MasterChef,” and “Soapstar Superstar,” where she made it to the final four stages. In December 2006, she went on “Celebrity Weakest Link,” then in 2007, she competed in the BBC’s “Celebrity MasterChef” competition. In November 2007, she competed in the seventh season of “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” and placed fifth. In January 2008, she featured on “Celebrity Mastermind.” On the 15th and 16th of March 2008, she co-presented the Play.com Live gaming expo at Wembley Stadium. On September 20, 2008, she and her family participated on All Star Family Fortunes.
She later featured on ITV2’s “Adrenaline Junkie” with Jack Osbourne on November 12, 2008, and in a BBC One edition of “I Love My Country” in 2013. She later appeared in a celebrity version of “The Chase” in December 2015. In the autumn of 2017, she participated in the fifteenth season of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with Alja Korjanec, reaching the final on 16 December, where they placed second, third, or fourth (results not released by the BBC), losing to Joe McFadden. She also appeared on the cover of the CD single release and as Goldie Lookin Chain’s love interest in the music video for the track “R’n’B.” She made her first appearance in a video game in 2008 with “Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3,” a role she returned in “Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Uprising” (2009).
On the 29th of October 2008, she took part in EA’s “Be the One” event at Trafalgar Square, which was part of the London Games Festival. In 2013, she starred in the video for Rizzle Kicks’ song “Skip to the Good Bit.” From February 1, 2017 until May 2018, she co-hosted the Key 103 morning program with Mike Toolan. She hosted the Hits Radio morning program during the first year of the station’s existence, and today she co-hosts the Hits Radio Network’s drive time position with Wes Butters.
Who is she dating in her personal life ?
Despite the fact that Gemma Atkinson is not married, she is now engaged. They got engaged on February 14, 2021, after being in a good relationship with her boyfriend/partner, Gorka Marquez. Gorka Marquez is a professional dancer who has competed on Strictly Come Dancing. On February 1, 2019, she revealed on Instagram that she and her partner were expecting a child. On July 4, 2019, she gave birth to Mia, a baby girl. The pair is now blissfully married and living their lives without any interruptions. Her sexual orientation is that of a heterosexual woman. The couple intends to marry in the near future. Cleveland Campbell, Darren Bent, Mark Furze, Alan Smith, Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcus Bent, Liam Richards, and Ollie Foster were among her previous boyfriends.
Gemma Atkinson is a well-known charity worker. She ran a 5 kilometer (3 miles, 190 yards) charity run for breast cancer awareness in September 2007. She completed a 228-kilometer (142-mile) walk around the Great Wall of China in April 2008 as part of Olivia Newton-breast John’s cancer awareness charity’s event. She ran to collect money for the appeal for the New Children’s Hospital. She ran the 10 kilometers in 1 hour and 6 minutes on May 17, 2009. In May 2016, she did the Great Manchester Run for the charity.
Gemma Atkinson’s net worth
Gemma Atkinson’s net worth is predicted to be $4 million as of 2021. She is an actress, former model, radio presenter, and television personality. Her money came from her employment on television. She was the female face of the British Grand Prix in 2007. She is also the brand ambassador for USA Pro. She is a well-known lingerie model who has worked for companies such as La Senza, Ultimo’s D-G line, and many more. She has featured in a number of commercials, including one for Striptease. She has kept her professional earnings and yearly salary income a secret from the media. Her fans, on the other hand, have little doubt that she is generating a lot of money from her job. She has a luxury lifestyle as a result of her employment and is content with her money.
Gemma Atkinson’s Body Measurements, Height, and Weight
Gemma Atkinson is a graceful and attractive actress who stands at a perfect height of 5 feet 9 inches and weighs 69 kg (152 pounds). In an interview with Maxim magazine, she said that she had lost weight as a result of a fitness routine, and that her breasts had shrunk in size, but that the operation had restored their former size and shape. Her eye color is green, and her hair is dark brown. Her clothing size is 6 (US) or 38 (EU) and her body measurement is 39-24-36 in or 99-61-91.5 cm (EU). She had breast enhancement surgery in 2006, which increased her bra size to 34E. She wears a size 8 (US) or 38.5 (UK) shoe (EU). She takes good care of her physique since she is a fitness fanatic who exercises and goes to the gym on a regular basis. Her one-hour exercise session is the longest she has ever done. Her body type is sporty.
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Late in 2016, Atkinson endorsed the #gotyourback initiative, which encourages war veterans to seek treatment if they need it. She has been on FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women list since 2006, beginning at number 32. In AskMen.com’s 99 Sexiest Women of 2008, she came in at number 46. Prior to the Tour de France, she worked for the Orange campaign “On Yer Bike London.” In early 2006, she had breast augmentation surgery.