Cast your minds back to the summer of 2022 and you’ll remember how we were all obsessed with series eight of Love Island.
Without a doubt, one of the main characters on the show was Gemma Owen. So much so, in fact, that some viewers even dubbed Love Island 2022 ‘Gemma Island’ in the first few weeks.
It’s not hard to see why either; whether it was her famous dad, her relationship with Luca Bish, her iconic necklace or her incredible outfits, Gemma was the name on everybody’s lips.
Fast forward to the present day and Gemma and Luca are no longer together but it has been heavily rumoured that she could be joining him in the All Stars 2025 villa. Whether she turns up as a bombshell remains to be seen, but in the meantime, here’s everything you need to know about Gemma…
Who is Gemma Owen?
Gemma is best known for appearing on Love Island 2022. She joined the show on day one and made it all the way to the final, where she finished in second place with Luca Bish.
How old is Gemma Owen?
Born on 1 May 2003, Gemma is currently 21 years old. She was just 19 years old when she entered the Love Island villa.
Where is Gemma Owen from?
She's from Chester in Cheshire, so we fully expect her to join the Real Housewives of Cheshire at some point in the future.
Who is Gemma Owen's dad?
Gemma's dad is former Liverpool and England footballer Michael Owen. Her Love Island 2022 co-star Ikenna Ekwonna previously revealed that the Islanders found out about Gemma's dad during their first few days in the villa. 'We didn’t really know until like the second or third day. I don’t think the girls knew, like the guys knew,' he said during an appearance on Aftersun.
Why did Gemma Owen and Luca Bish split?
Gemma and Luca split just a few months after leaving the villa. At the time, she released a statement which read, 'To all my followers, I wanted to let you know that Luca and I are no longer in a relationship. It wasn’t an easy decision but ultimately this is what is best for us both right now.
'Many of you have been on this journey with us from the very beginning, and I want to thank you for your continued support as we start new chapters.'
Luca released his own statement shortly after and told his followers, 'Switched my phone back on after taking some time out to clear my head after an emotional afternoon to thousands of messages and news articles about my breakup. I would have liked some time to process this privately but as you all already now know sadly Gemma and I made the mutual decision earlier today to go our separate ways.
'We have been on such a journey together and have made some amazing memories which I will treasure. I can't thank everyone enough for their support for us as a couple during and after Love Island. We will remain good friends and I wish nothing but the best for her.'
He later revealed the fact they were 'so young' and the 'pressure' factored into their split.
Who is Gemma Owen dating?
Since splitting from Luca, Gemma has been linked to boxer Aadam Hamed. She denied the rumours, however, and it's currently thought that she's single.
Is Gemma Owen going on All Stars?
Gemma was rumoured to be wanted by Love Island producers to appear on the second series of All Stars and the rumours only intensified when Luca was confirmed as a contestant. However, Gemma has denied the speculation and her dad Michael recently told Closer that he 'doubts' she would sign up for the show.
He said, 'Based on what I know, feel and hear, I would be surprised. I think she’s trying to branch away from reality. She’s pleased with what she did, but I think that chapter is actually finished but might lead on to other things that she wants to branch out on to.'
What has Gemma Owen been up to since Love Island?
Gemma has become a fully fledged influencer since leaving the villa just over two years ago. She's also released a clothing collection with PrettyLittleThing and her own jewellery range with Abbot Lyon.
What is Gemma Owen's Instagram?
Gemma's Instagram handle is @gemowen_1.