Gemma Collins Reveals Wedding U-Turn and Future Plans in Exclusive Interview
Reality television icon Gemma Collins has made a surprising revelation about her upcoming wedding plans, admitting she has dramatically scaled back her nuptial vision due to overwhelming pressure. The former The Only Way Is Essex star, who turned 45 this year, opened up in an exclusive interview about her relationship with fiancé Rami Hawash, family aspirations, and her unwavering commitment to remaining in the United Kingdom.
Wedding Pressure Leads to Change of Plans
Gemma Collins has confessed that the stress of planning a large celebrity wedding became too much to handle. "I couldn't take the pressure on the day," she revealed, explaining that outside her famous "GC" persona, she's simply "just Gemma." The reality star emphasized that her wedding will be significantly different from what fans might expect, opting for a more intimate and spontaneous celebration rather than a meticulously planned showbiz spectacle.
"I'm not a major planner, I'm a last-minute sort of girl," Collins admitted. "And that suits me just fine, because so much of my life is planned, and I like to be spontaneous." This represents a notable shift from previous expectations about her wedding to Hawash, with whom she has been engaged since 2021.
Family Expansion on the Horizon
While Collins already serves as a devoted stepmother to Rami's seven-year-old son Tristan, the couple appears to be making concrete plans to expand their family. Though she remained coy about specific details, Collins confirmed that viewers will see this journey unfold in an upcoming television show scheduled for release in September or October.
"Well, I'm making a show about this at the minute, where you're going to see all of that," she teased. "You'll have to wait and see it all unfold there, my loves." This suggests that the couple's family planning will form a central narrative in her forthcoming television project.
Dismissing Dubai Rumours
Despite persistent speculation about a potential relocation to Dubai, Collins firmly dismissed these rumours, declaring her heart remains firmly planted in British soil. "No one's a bigger rep for the UK than me," she asserted with characteristic enthusiasm.
The reality star explained that while she enjoys visiting Dubai and finds its luxurious atmosphere appealing, she couldn't imagine permanently leaving Britain. "I love afternoon tea. I love driving into London and seeing Big Ben," she said, adding humorously that "the tea will never taste the same" anywhere else in the world.
Collins acknowledged that discussions about moving abroad typically surface during winter months when she struggles with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), but emphasized her ultimate loyalty to the UK and its people.
Coping with British Weather and Career Ventures
The television personality spoke candidly about managing Britain's famously dreary weather, revealing she recently escaped to St Moritz for sunshine and blue skies after noticing two consecutive months of rain on her weather app. To combat winter gloom, Collins employs various strategies including relaxing baths, crystal therapy, and creating a cozy home environment.
Professionally, Collins has taken on a new role as UK Creative Director for design platform Canva, fronting a tongue-in-cheek mockumentary campaign featuring her iconic catchphrases. She described the partnership as a natural fit, having personally used Canva to manage her social media presence when it became "a full-time job."
"The reason I'm a success is because I've always brought in my own creative flair and design," Collins explained, highlighting how this approach has defined her career since leaving TOWIE a decade ago.
As she approaches this milestone birthday, Collins reflected on her journey with gratitude, stating she feels "like I'm flying the flag for women of my age" while maintaining a youthful spirit. With wedding plans adjusted, family expansion underway, and new professional ventures, the future indeed appears bright for The GC, even if British skies remain characteristically grey.
