Gemma Atkinson breaks silence on 'tension' with Gorka Marquez as he works in Spain
23.01.2024 - 18:49
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Gemma Atkinson has rubbished rumours that her and Gorka Marquez are facing "tension" in their relationship as she slammed any speculation there is trouble for the couple.
The former Hollyoaks actress took to social media to break her silence on the issue, after her partner who she first met on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing has had a busy career lately working out in Spain whilst she looks after their two kids.
Sources claimed Gemma was left frustrated as Gorka was unable to get home during the final six weeks of the last series, despite being voted out in week three according to reports in the Mirror.
However the 39-year-old has slammed any rumours, as she told her Instagram followers she was making the most of the "peace" while Gorka was away from home. She said: "Yes we did see them stories. There was a few floating around weren't there which is news to us. It is what it is, isn't it. Happens all the time dunnit. It's not true."
Addressing the speculation, she continued: "I think it's because it was made out he's working away a lot. He goes away Friday afternoon and comes back Sunday mornings.
"He's hardly bloomin' overseas is he. Crikey it's less than 48 hours if anything it gives me a bit of peace at weekends. No offence Gorks. Well, he is overseas but you know what I mean."
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Gorka and his professional partner Nikita Kanada were voted out of Strictly in week three but he remained in the competition and took part in group dances.
The star is currently sitting as a judge on the Spanish version of Strictly - Bailando con las Estrellas. His exciting new career venture means he is spending a lot of time in the