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Gemma Atkinson

Atkinson in September 2006
Birth name Gemma Louise Atkinson
Date of birth 16 November 1984 (1984-11-16) (age 23)
Place of birth Bury, Greater Manchester, England
Height 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Hair color Blonde
Eye color Green
Measurements 34E
Dress size 10 (UK)
Official website

Gemma Louise Atkinson (born 16 November 1984 in Bury, Greater Manchester) is an English actress, television personality and glamour and lingerie model. She recently appeared as a contestant on the ITV reality TV series I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and is recognisable as one of the most prominent celebrity glamour models in the UK. is the 320th day of the year (321st in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is about the year. ... This article is about the town of Bury in North West England. ... Greater Manchester is a metropolitan county in North West England which has a population of 2. ... For other uses, see England (disambiguation). ... is the 320th day of the year (321st in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is about the year. ... This article is about the town of Bury in North West England. ... Greater Manchester is a metropolitan county in North West England which has a population of 2. ... For other uses, see England (disambiguation). ... Actors in period costume sharing a joke whilst waiting between takes during location filming. ... Glamour photography is the photographing of a model (usually female) nude or semi-nude, in a way that is intended to be erotic. ... Assorted lingerie styles. ... A model is a person who poses or displays for purposes of art, fashion, or other products and advertising. ... For other uses, see ITV (disambiguation). ... Reality television is a genre of television programming in which the fortunes of real life people (as opposed to fictional characters played by actors) are followed. ... Im a Celebrity. ... For other uses, see Celebrity (disambiguation). ... Glamour photography is the photographing of a model (usually female) nude or semi-nude, in a way that is intended to be erotic. ...

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Biography

Originally from Bury, Greater Manchester, Atkinson took her GCSEs at Castlebrook High School before becoming a commercial and photographic model. This article is about the town of Bury in North West England. ... Greater Manchester is a metropolitan county in North West England which has a population of 2. ... “GCSE” redirects here. ... Castlebrook High School is a comprehensive school located in Unsworth, in the Metropolitan Borough of Bury, Greater Manchester, England. ...


Actress and television personality

Atkinson rose to fame playing Lisa Hunter on the Channel 4 teenage soap opera Hollyoaks. Atkinson and Marcus Patric (who played the character Ben Davies) subsequently appeared in a "spin-off" series called Hollyoaks: Let Loose for E4, in which their characters started a new life together in Chester. This was followed by Hollyoaks: In the City also screened on the E4 network. Lisa Hunter was a fictional character on the long-running British television soap opera Hollyoaks and later its spin-offs Hollyoaks: Let Loose and Hollyoaks: In the City. ... This article is about the British television station. ... The first TIME magazine cover devoted to soap operas, dated January 12, 1976. ... Hollyoaks is a British television soap opera, first broadcast on 23 October 1995, on Channel 4. ... Ben used to be happy-go-lucky, but in the aftermath of the accident that killed Theo and Jamie he sank into depression. ... Ben Davies is fictional character played by Marcus Patric on the soap opera Hollyoaks. ... E4 is a British digital television channel launched as a pay-tv companion to Channel 4 on 18 January 2001. ... For the larger local government district, see Chester (district). ... E4 is a British digital television channel launched as a pay-tv companion to Channel 4 on 18 January 2001. ...


Atkinson played Goldie Lookin Chain's love interest in the music video for the single R'n'B and featured on the cover of the CD single release. She has appeared as a contestant on Reality TV series such Celebrity Weakest Link (with Marcus Patric) in December 2006, ITV1's Soapstar Superstar, reaching the last four stage, and Celebrity Masterchef. Goldie Lookin Chain (often abbreviated to GLC; not to be confused with the American rapper) are a Welsh pop group based in Newport, Wales. ... Countries with their own version The Weakest Link is a television game show which first appeared in the United Kingdom on BBC Two on 14 August 2000. ... ITV1 is the name, in England, Wales and the Scottish borders, for a terrestrial, free-to-air television channel, broadcast in the United Kingdom by the ITV network. ... Soapstar Superstar is a reality singing competition which first aired on British television station ITV1 in 2006. ... Masterchef is a BBC television cookery game show. ...


In September 2007, Atkinson did a 5km charity run for Breast Cancer awareness. In October 2007, Atkinson played herself in an episode of the Channel 4 pilot series Comedy Showcase: Plus one. For other uses, see September (disambiguation). ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... For other uses, see October (disambiguation). ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... Comedy Showcase is a series of one-off comedy specials featuring some of Britains fledgling comedy talent. ...


In November 2007, she appeared on ITV1 in I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, in Australia, coming fifth in the competition. [1]. For other uses, see November (disambiguation). ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ...


On 15/16 Mar 2008 Gemma co-presented the Play.com Live gamers expo at Wembley stadium with Virgin Radio presenter Iain Lee.


In 2008, Atkinson will star in the British independent film Boogie Woogie alongside Heather Graham.[2] According to press reports, Atkinson is also planning to launch a music career.[3] 2008 (MMVIII) is the current year, a leap year that started on Tuesday of the Anno Domini (or common era), in accordance with the Gregorian calendar. ... An independent film, or indie film, is a film that is produced outside of the studio system. ... Boogie Woogie is an upcoming film set in the contemporary London art world. ... For other uses, see Music (disambiguation). ...


She will embark upon a 228 km walk along the Great Wall of China in April 2008 as part of a charity event organised by Olivia Newton-John's breast cancer awareness charity where she will be joined by various celebrities and cancer survivors.Gemma will be joined on her section of the walk by celebrities Marcus Patric and Ant and Dec amongst others. The walk is intended to symbolize the steps cancer patients must take on their road to recovery. Information about the walk can be found at http://www.greatwalktobeijing.com.


Gemma visited The Home and Garden Show at Chester Racecourse,on the 5th June,to unveil the room she designed with furniture store owner Arighi Bianchi which would be suitable for teenagers in conjunction with Teenage Cancer Trust charity. Her room design later won first prize and she collected a trophy for her efforts.


It was created in association with Teenage Cancer Trust (TCT)the Home and Garden Show's official charity, and the design will now be incorporated into the TCT unit at Christie Hospital, Manchester. Gemma has also been asked to become a full ambassador for the TCT charity.


Glamour modeling

In early 2006, Atkinson underwent breast enlargement surgery, which took her bra size to a 34E (admitted during I'm a Celebrity...). She said in an interview that she lost weight due to a fitness regime and her bust size declined. The surgery then gave them the original shape they once were.[4] Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Brassiere A brassiere or bra is a foundation garment for women consisting of shoulder straps, two cups, a center panel, an underbust band, sides, and a back. ...


Since launching her parallel career as a glamour model, Atkinson has appeared in provocative photoshoots in lingerie and swimwear, including non-nude topless shots, for men's magazines such as Arena, FHM, Loaded, Maxim, Zoo Weekly and Nuts. In October 2006, she appeared in three of the aforementioned magazines in one month, becoming one of the most prolific celebrity glamour models in the UK. In November 2006, it was announced by Zoo Weekly that Atkinson had agreed to lend her name to their regular "sex and relationships column". Cover of the March 2005 edition of Arena. ... FHM or For Him Magazine is an international monthly lads mag. ... Loaded, first published by IPC in 1994, is a British monthly lads mag. Its motto is For men who should know better. // Loaded was founded by James Brown a former deputy editor of the music weekly New Musical Express. ... Maxim is an international English language lad mag (mens magazine) based in the United Kingdom and known for its revealing pictorials featuring popular actresses, singers, and female models, of which none are nudes. ... ZOO is a weekly lads mag in the United Kingdom. ... Nuts is a weekly lad mag published in the United Kingdom. ... For other uses, see October (disambiguation). ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... For other uses, see November (disambiguation). ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... ZOO is a weekly lads mag in the United Kingdom. ...


In May 2007, Atkinson was announced as the "glamourous new face" of the British Grand Prix and the official "mascot" of the "hi-octane" championship at Silverstone on July 8. She was the face of the 2007 Tour de France. In early 2007 she was elected to be the new face of the Lingerie chain La Senza. May 2007 is the fifth month of that year. ... The British Grand Prix is a race in the calendar of the FIA Formula One World Championship. ... Map sources for Silverstone at grid reference SP670440 Silverstone is a medium sized village in Northamptonshire, England. ... is the 189th day of the year (190th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... For other uses, see Tour de France (disambiguation). ... Assorted lingerie styles. ...


In October 2007, Atkinson was elected the new face of Ultimo's D-G range.[5].She opened Ultimo stores within Debenham branches in London,Belfast and Glasgow. Her 2009 calendar was also shot in Thailand like last years, and will be released in November 2008.This year she had more editorial control over the content of her calendar. Ultimo may refer to: (ULTIMO) my nickname Ultimo, New South Wales the Italian name for Ulten, Italy Ultimo (comics), a fictional giant robot in the Marvel Comics universe Ultimo (designer lingerie brand) Ultimo is spanish for last Category: ... 2009 (MMIX) will be a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 2008 (MMVIII) is the current year, a leap year that started on Tuesday of the Anno Domini (or common era), in accordance with the Gregorian calendar. ...


Personal life

Atkinson is currently dating North Sydney Bears striker Alan Forde.[citation needed] They met through mutual friend Dwight Yorke.


Atkinson ranked No. 06 in COED Magazine Online's "50 Sexiest WAGs of World Football." [6]


Songs performed on Soapstar Superstar

Who Knew is a pop-rock song written by Luke Gottwald, Max Martin and Pink for Pinks fourth album, Im Not Dead (2006). ... This article is about the color. ... Fields of Gold: The Best of Sting 1984-1994 is the first compilation issued by Sting. ... Eva Marie Cassidy (February 2, 1963 in Washington, DC – November 2, 1996 in Bowie, Maryland) was an American vocalist described by the British newspaper The Guardian as one of the greatest voices of her generation. ... I Love Rock n Roll is a rock and roll song, written in 1975 by Alan Merrill and Jake Hooker of The Arrows, who recorded the first released version. ... The Arrows were a three piece Anglo-American band, based in London, England. ... This is an article about a song. ... Kylie Ann Minogue, OBE (pronounced ,[1]mɪnoʊg;[2] born 28 May 1968) is an Australian Grammy and BRIT award-winning pop singer, songwriter and actress. ... Youre Still the One was the third single from Shania Twains 1997 album, Come on Over. ... Shania Twain, IPA: OC (born Eilleen Regina Edwards, August 28, 1965, Windsor, Ontario) is a Canadian singer and songwriter in the country and pop music genres. ... Brass In Pocket (Im Special) was a popular single by The Pretenders. ... The Pretenders are an Anglo-American rock band. ... Alecia Beth Moore (pronounced [1]) (born on September 8, 1979), known professionally as Pink (often stylized as ), is a two-time Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter who gained prominence in 2000. ... Just like a Pill is the third single released from P!nks second album M!ssundaztood. ... Feel Good Time is a song by Pink featuring William Orbit. ... Last To Know (short, LTK) are a pop punk and alternative rock band from Melbourne, Australia. ...

References

  1. ^ Atkinson takes a shower
  2. ^ Atkinson gets role in movie
  3. ^ Atkinson to make an album
  4. ^ In Bed With Gemma. Maxim (2006-10-31). Retrieved on 2006-11-06.
  5. ^ Atkinson signed up to be Ultimo's ‘angel’
  6. ^ Atkinson named to The 50 Sexiest WAGs of World Football list

Maxim is an international English language lad mag (mens magazine) based in the United Kingdom and known for its revealing pictorials featuring popular actresses, singers, and female models, of which none are nudes. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 304th day of the year (305th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 310th day of the year (311th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ...

External links

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Gemma Atkinson - AskMen.com (821 words)
With a body that befits magazine covers, Gemma Atkinson is just one more example of the age-old adage “sex sells.” With her sexy blonde hair, radiant eyes and flawless skin, Gemma was born to be a glamour model.
Gemma Atkinson was one of the leading forces behind Hollyoaks and its three spin-off series, including Hollyoaks: After Hours, in which Gemma demonstrated her more provocative side.
Gemma Atkinson was too into sports to be interested in modeling and acting in her younger years.
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