Gemma Atkinson

2022 - 12 - 17

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Gemma Atkinson spotted in tears as Helen Skelton pays tribute to ... (Manchester Evening News)

The Hits Radio host was in the audience supporting her man and his celebrity dance partner.

"Thank you for all your votes! @scottyjotty admitted: "Ok, Gemma crying has set me off #Strictly." #STRICTLY." The transformation in Helen’s dancing is outstanding and it’s because she now believes in herself, knows her worth and now just goes for it! @Gee_McK commented: "Oh Gemma in the audience, totes emosh #Strictly #scd." "Tonight’s the night," the former soap star started her post before the final with a string of fingers crossed emojis. She went on to type: "Thrilled to be sat watching the show live this evening and cheering stupidly loud for Gorks & Helen! @LovedByYou14 tweeted: "Aweeee Gemma is in bits. Cranking up the emotion, the mum-of-three went on to say "You are a credit to your family, to Gemma and Mia. @scddevereaux added: "NOT GEMMA CRYING IN THE AUDIENCE #strictly." @bobroc22 said: "Poor Gemma crying #Strictly." And after their last routine of the evening, Gemma couldn't hide her emotions as Helen paid tribute to her dance partner while talking to Strictly co-host Claudia Winkelman.

Strictly's Helen Skelton's dad and Gemma Atkinson sob after her ... (WalesOnline)

Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez danced their final routine of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 and the emotional reaction in the studio was overwhelming for all ...

"That is a dance that should win a final. "I'm joking," he shouted, saying he had to get a final boo in. You, my love are a performer and what a performer you are." Motsi, leading a standing ovation, said: "Well I mean what a night, what night, what a dance. You started off this competition and there wasn't much of a performer in you, you've grown over the weeks. Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez danced their final routine of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 and the emotional reaction in the studio was overwhelming for all concerned.

Gemma Atkinson's Strictly tears as Helen Skelton pays emotional ... (ChronicleLive)

Gemma Atkinson was left in tears during the Strictly final as Helen Skelton paid tribute to her other half Gorka Marquez.

From day one she has grown so much and I think that's what Strictly is about." You are a credit to this show. And, it was after their last routine, a reprise of their amazing Couple's Choice dance to Mein Herr, that Gemma became emotional. [*Strictly results show group performance axed by bosses in aftermath of Solihull tragedy](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/strictly-group-performance-craig-solihull-25747323) [*Strictly final prompts 'tactical' Channel 5 move to attract fans](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/strictly-greatest-moments-channel-5-25778688) [*Gemma Atkinson's Strictly tears as Helen Skelton pays emotional tribute to Gorka Marquez](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/gemma-atkinson-strictly-helen-gorka-25780500) [Strictly final,](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/strictly-final-voting-fisgures-bbc-25780451) Gemma made a very forward request to reigning champion Giovanni Pernice to 'hand over' the Glitterball trophy to Gorka and then headed to the studio to see him and [Helen](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/helen-skelton-strictly-final-gorka-25779940) go for the win with three performances. [Gemma, ](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/gemma-atkinson-strictly-gorka-giovanni-25778508)who made it all the way to the [Strictly ](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/all-about/strictly-come-dancing)final herself back in 2017, actually competing against [Gorka ](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/tv/gemma-atkinson-strictly-gorka-giovanni-25778508)as he bid for victory alongside Alexandra Burke, has been right behind him and Helen throughout their time on the BBC show, regularly posting support for them on her Instagram story.

Gemma Atkinson 'gutted' over Strictly final loss after fiancé Gorka ... (Daily Express)

Gemma Atkinson has admitted she is 'gutted' that her fiancé Gorka Márquez lost the Strictly Come Dancing final last night, after fans spotted her tearing up ...

When Helen described Gorka as a “credit to his family” ahead of the results being announced, eagle-eyed viewers spotted Gemma in tears as she watched on from the audience. "You, my friend, have been in three finals for a reason. Everyone in the final had tips from you." You help everybody. I’m gutted.” We’re gutted.

Strictly Come Dancing fans emotional by Gemma Atkinson's reaction ... (Liverpool Echo)

The dancer performed a sizzling routine with Helen Skelton on tonight's final.

Fans following the show on Twitter were emotional as they spotted a tearful Gemma in the audience after the tribute. You are a credit to this show. I am very grateful that you have guided me through this adventure." The happy couple met on the show in 2017 and share a three-year-old daughter named Mia. The last performance of the season was their sizzling Couple's Choice to Mein Herr from Cabaret. Helen paid tribute to her partner after the performance.

Gemma Atkinson spotted in tears as Helen Skelton gushes over ... (Daily Star)

Things got emotional during the Strictly final as Gemma Atkinson was left in tears after Helen Skelton gushed over partner Gorka Marquez following their ...

You are a credit to this show. As the couple made their way up the stairs, Helen turned to her partner and said: "I get lots of credit but you, my friend, have been in three finals for the reason. Helen and Gorka closed the Strictly final in the perfect way, scoring four 10s across the leaderboard - their first of the series. He added: "Strictly is about bringing happiness, joy, self belief, confidence, and she's got everything because of this show and to see her closing the Strictly final like that, hats off from me." But in spectacular fashion, Helen and Gorka brought back the dance - which countless fans have branded the best dance of the series, and received stellar praise from the judges. [Helen Skelton](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/helen-skelton) couldn't speak higher of partner [Gorka Marquez](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/gorka-marquez) during the final of [Strictly Come Dancing](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/strictly-come-dancing) - and it left his fiancé [Gemma Atkinson](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/gemma-atkinson) in tears.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans emotional over Gemma Atkinson ... (Birmingham Live)

Helen and Gorka failed to win the Strictly Come Dancing final - but they stole the hearts of the nation.

You are a credit to your family and I'm very grateful you have guided me through this." Mabuse said: "What a night, what a night, what a dance...that was amazing." And Amy said: "helen skelton you absolute legend i love you you are the best person ever. "Her journey is something else, it sent a message And Gorka deserves it - love how Gemma is there," Amanda said. "nah Gemma sitting sobbing has sent me over the edge. Helen and Gorka failed to win the