Gemma Collins is a British TV personality and a reality show star who has her show called “Gemma Collins: Diva Forever.’’ Gemma is mostly famous for her appearance in the ITV2 series “The Only Way is Essex.’’ Today she lives and works in London, UK.
Early Life and Career
Gemma Collins was born on 2nd February 1981 in Romford, Essex, United Kingdom. Gemma grew up in a large family, and since she was a little girl, she was loud and entertaining. Gemma discovered her passion for performance since she was young but couldn’t afford proper schooling. Therefore, she worked as a car salesman and later joined the TV program show.
Her first appearance in the tv reality show was for “The Only Way is Essex,” where she gained popularity from the audience. After, she enrolled in the Sylvia Young Theatre School, a prestigious talent school in the UK where Amy Winehouse and Rita Ora attended. After the significant success with the first reality show, Gemma appeared in TV series such as “This Morning,” “Loose Women,” “Big Brother’s Bit on the Side,” and many more.
However, another major hit for Gemma was her attending the TV show “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Now!’’ where she spent some in a jungle, in a survival mode. However, she had to stop shooting and leave the forest because of her health issues. Later on, she appeared in TV shows “Big Brother” and “Splash.’’
In 2018, Gemma officially joined “Celebs Go Dating” but didn’t stay long there, as she started a new project in the same year called “Celebrity Master Chef” with Stella Parton and Spencer Matthews.
However, a major recent event regarding her career is her appearance in ITV show “Dancing On Ice,” where she collaborated with professional skater Matt Evers.
Personal Life
Gemma has drawn a lot of attention because of her turbulent and on-off relationship with TOWIE co-star James Argent since 2012. Moreover, James had a relationship with Lydia Bright, with whom he tried to get back together. However, Gemma and James got involved in a public relationship, and since then, the couple goes on and off with public announcements about their break up and rejoining. Despite rumors, we can say that Gemma is genuinely in love with James, as they are trying to spend every moment together when they are free. One such moment was on island Isola, Sicily, Italy, where the couple enjoyed their time alone.
Besides, we are not sure if the couple is ready to move on and step into a serious commitment since they are still in fragile relations.
Gemma Collins Net Worth 2024
Gemma Collins is a successful TV star, and she always keeps herself busy and employed. Moreover, Gemma managed to have a side business that is owned by her, such as a boutique shop in Brentwood and a clothing line for plus size women. Therefore, she is more than capable of maintaining and creating money for herself.
Moreover, by the time her new reality show appeared, her net worth is estimated to be around £2.5 million, and we believe that by the time the show ends, she will have more money on her account.
