Gemma Owen finally mentioned her famous footballer father Michael Owen on Wednesday night’s Love Island after weeks of build-up.
After keeping quiet about her well-known relative, the 19-year-old dressage competitor opened up about the 42-year-old ex-England player, also revealing that she attended nursery school with David Beckham’s sons.
Taking to Twitter, viewers were delighted that Gemma had finally dropped the dad bomb and joked that she was ‘itching’ to bring it up, while others accused Luca Bish of only being interested in her so he could date with the former Liverpool striker.
It is time! Gemma Owen finally mentioned her famous footballer father Michael Owen on Wednesday night’s Love Island after weeks of build-up
As Gemma got ready for the evening, Antigone Buxton asked her, “I’m sorry, excuse me if I’m ignorant, but is your father very famous? He played for England, didn’t he?’, to which Gemma replied: ‘Yes.’
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, who also did her make-up, then shouted: “Do you like David Beckham’s sons?”, to which Gemma replied: “Well, I went to kindergarten with his sons, yes.”
The girls seemed impressed by Gemma’s revelation, although it was previously revealed by Ikena Ekwona that the housemates already knew about Gemma’s famous father.
Famous dad: After keeping quiet about her well-known relative, the 19-year-old dressage rider has opened up about the former England player, 42
However, fans were quick to react to Gemma opening up about Michael for the first time, with one person tweeting: “Gemma must be so happy to finally be asked about her dad.”
While another shared: “Oh wow, first time they actually aired something about Gemma’s dad.”
“weight to be lifted off jemma’s underage shoulders, she really wanted to mention her dad,” tweeted a third onlooker.
Finally! Taking to Twitter, viewers were delighted that Gemma had finally dropped the dad bomb and joked that she was ‘itching’ to mention him
Name-dropping: Gemma also revealed she went to nursery school with David Beckham’s sons (David and Michael were pictured together while playing for England in 2004)
With another excited person adding: “SHE DROPPED THE DAD BOMB???>”
Meanwhile, some viewers believe Gemma’s strong liking for Luca could be down to his desire to meet the football ace and get his feet firmly under the Owens table.
One person shared: “If it looks like everyone knows who Gemma’s father is then I feel like Luca found out a while ago and that’s why he’s coming in hard!”
Reaction: Fans were quick to react to Gemma opening up about Michael for the first time, with one person tweeting: “Gemma must be so happy to finally be asked about her dad”
“I think Luca is just desperate to meet Gemma’s father. Like nothing else explains it5′ shared another.
Another agrees: “Now that I know Luca knows who Gemma’s father is…. It’s clear why he enforces this relationship no matter what. Secure the bag Luca.
It comes after Michael broke his silence on Love Island, commenting on his daughter Gemma’s recent antics in the villa during Tuesday night’s show.
Suspicious Minds: Some viewers believe that Gemma’s strong liking of Luca could be due to his desire to meet the football ace and get his foot firmly under the Owens table
Michael tweeted an emoticon to sum up his reaction when international dressage competitor Gemma cracked a whip during her routine for the show’s infamous heart rate challenge.
The former footballer-turned-pundit shared an emoji of a face covering his eyes with his hands, prompting some hilarious reactions from his followers.
The ex-footballer has done his best to avoid talking about 19-year-old Gemma’s appearance on the ITV2 dating show for the past three weeks, but he still hasn’t been able to avoid her silliest moment.
Turn off the TV! It comes after Michael broke his silence on Love Island, commenting on his daughter Gemma’s recent antics in the villa during Tuesday night’s show
Racey: The ex-footballer did his best to avoid talking about 19-year-old Gemma’s appearance on the ITV2 dating show but still couldn’t avoid her most ridiculous moment
No: Michael tweeted an emoticon summing up his reaction when international dressage competitor Gemma cracked a whip during her routine for the show’s infamous heart rate challenge
The official Specsavers opticians account tweeted in response: “Want some tinted sunglasses?”
Phone company O2 joined in on the fun, replying: “We’re going to disable her number for you Michael. Just to help a #LoveIsland bro.’
Love Island continues on Fridays at 9pm on ITV2 and ITV Hub.
LOVE ISLAND 2022: MEET THE PARTICIPANTS
Paige Thorne
Name: Paige Thorne
Age: 24
Location: Swansea
Profession: Paramedic
What is their paper type? “There’s just nobody I can find in Swansea.
“I mustn’t mess up. So hopefully they can just come to me now!
“I got out of a relationship and was so done with boys. Then I was like, “Okay, now I’m bored”
India Polak
Name: India Polak
Age: 23
Location: London
Occupation: Waitress in a hotel
What is their paper type? “It’s hard to date without being influenced by social media and things like that.
“Love Island is a great place to get to know someone in person.
“I don’t think I’ve ever dated two guys who are exactly the same.”
Tasha Gouri
Name: Tasha Guri
Age: 23
Location: Thirsk
Occupation: Model and dancer
What is their paper type? “My dating life was total chaos.
“This is an opportunity for me to find ‘the one’ and have a great summer at the same time.
“I’m definitely ready for a relationship. I’m 23 now so I’m ready to meet someone and travel with them.
Gemma Owen
Name: Gemma Owen
Age: 19
Location: Chester
Occupation: International dressage rider and business owner
What is their paper type? “I’m open to finding love, I want to have a really fun summer.”
“I’d say I’m fun, flirty and fiery. I think I’m good at giving advice, I’m a good person to talk to, I’m very honest.
“If I wanted the same person, I would do it, but in a nice and respectful way.
Andrew Le Page
Name: Andrew LePage
Age: 27
Location: Guernsey
Occupation: Real estate agent
What is their paper type? “When I’m with someone, I’m very loyal.
“I’m a good boyfriend because when I’m with someone, I’m all about them.
“I’m actually single for once, so I thought why not?
This is the best time to try it.
Ekin-Su Küljuloglu
Name: Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu
Age: 27
Location: Essex
Profession: actress
What is their paper type? “I’m quite picky and I’m not just looking for looks, I’m looking for brains too!
“I’m looking for someone with intelligence, someone who can have good chats. Nothing like swagger!”
Jay Younger
Name: Jay Younger
Age: 28
Location: Edinburgh
Profession: Investment analyst
What is their paper type? “I sure am a slow person, yes. I don’t fall easily.
“I really like the self-sufficiency of the girls.”
Ladies Hope
Name: Dami Hope
Age: 26
Location: Dublin
Position: Senior Microbiologist
What is their paper type? “I will talk to different girls, it might not go well with some.
“When I’m really in a relationship, I think it’s a star sign thing.
“I’m an Aries, but I’m very passionate – I’ve always put that person first. I’m really good at being in a team.
Davide Sanklimenti
Name: Davide Sanclimenti
Age: 27
Location: Rome (lives in Manchester)
Occupation: Business owner
What is their paper type? “A lot of English girls actually like me.
“They love being around me and I love being around them. I want to find my soul mate.
“Find my man so I can really build something in the future, grow with him, be a family. ‘
Luka Bish
Name: Luka Bish
Age: 23
Location: Brighton
Occupation: fishmonger
What is their paper type? “I prefer to meet girls outside. I think when you go looking for it, it’s not that easy, it’s like you’re too desperate for it.
“If I think you’re the one or I like you, I’ll take you on a date, but other than that, if we’re talking and I don’t like where it’s going – then I’m not going to throw out dates.”
Jacques O’Neill
Name: Jacques O’Neill
Age: 23
Location: Cumbria
Occupation: Rugby league player
What is their paper type? “I think it has to be the right person, at the right time.
“The other day I told my mom I wanted a girl. And now I’m ready to settle down.
Antigone Buxton
Name: Antigone Buxton
Age: 26
Location: London
Occupation: singer-songwriter
Why Love Island? I’ve been single for almost a year and a half, and throughout the last year my goal has been to have as many different experiences as possible.
“I really just want to say yes to things. Why not? Would be fun.
Danica Taylor
Name: Danica Taylor
Age: 21
Location: Leicester
Profession: dancer
What is their paper type? “I’m the type of girlfriend who wants to do so much with you—deep conversations, silly activities.
“If you say we go canoeing all day, even though I’m quite a glamorous girl, I agree.”
Charlie Radnage
Name: Charlie Radnage
Age: 28
Location: London
Occupation: Real estate developer
Why do you think you’re a catch? “I’m probably a bit more mature than some of the other people in the villa. I made some things up. I think I’m basically ready to settle down.
Gemma and the Beckham children may have crossed paths in kindergarten when her father played for Real Madrid between 2004 and 2005, David was also at the club between 2003 and 2007.
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