I've always had a soft spot for the GC. I've been writing about her since 2011 - when The Only Way Is Essex was a brand spanking new reality series and us showbiz journos would have to dissect episodes on a weekly basis. Of course, Gemma Collins has provided some unforgettable TV gold moments and also had a very public on-off relationship with her TOWIE co-star James 'Arg' Argent.
Gemma's most memorable scenes on the small screen haven't just occurred in the clubs and bars of Essex. There's far too many to mention, but the I'm A Celeb helicopter scene and her Celebrity Big Brother diary room rants seem to stand out the most.
However, Gemma's latest TV appearance is a far cry from her whingeing about her hair or claiming she's seen a ghost - it's something much more serious, and shows a completely different side to the larger than life character.
