Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez has confessed to being utterly "repulsed" by his fiancée Gemma Atkinson's bizarre pregnancy cravings in a candid revelation that's left fans both amused and sympathetic.
The professional dancer, known for his elegant moves on the BBC hit show, admitted he's struggling to cope with the former Hollyoaks actress's unusual food combinations during her second pregnancy.
The Cravings That Crossed the Line
"She's having cravings for things that I'm like, 'No, that's disgusting,'" Gorka revealed during an appearance on BBC's Morning Live. The Spanish-born dancer didn't hold back describing his genuine revulsion towards some of Gemma's preferred snack combinations.
While keeping the specific revolting combinations under wraps, Gorka's dramatic reactions suggest the food pairings are anything but conventional. "I'm like, 'No, please don't,'" he confessed, illustrating the culinary divide pregnancy has created in their household.
A Growing Family
The couple, who first met on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017, are already parents to three-year-old Mia and are eagerly awaiting their second child together. Despite the culinary challenges, Gorka confirmed that otherwise, Gemma is "doing amazing" throughout her pregnancy journey.
Their love story began when Gemma competed on the popular dancing competition, though they weren't paired together professionally. The connection proved strong enough to build a family and life together in Greater Manchester.
From Dance Floor to Domestic Bliss
Since their Strictly beginnings, the couple have become one of Britain's favourite showbiz pairs, regularly sharing glimpses of their family life with fans. Gorka's honest admission about struggling with pregnancy cravings adds another relatable chapter to their public journey together.
The dancer's confession highlights the very real, often humorous challenges partners face during pregnancy, even in glamorous celebrity households. It's a reminder that some aspects of expecting a child remain universally challenging, regardless of fame or fortune.
Fans of the couple have flooded social media with support and similar stories, creating a wave of shared experiences about the strange and wonderful world of pregnancy cravings.
