She dismissed rumours the pair are dating by saying: “We’re just pals.”
Fans have noticed how happy Gemma, partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec on the show, seems – and it has left some wondering if there is another man in her life.
Gemma appeared on ITV’s Lorraine yesterday and admitted she was on the Strictly celebrities’ private WhatsApp group.
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“We’re just pals”
Gemma Atkinson
But she refused to confirm reports about her and fellow show contestant Simon Rimmer sending “naughty texts”.
She only said: “We’ve all got a WhatsApp group so we can keep in touch.”
The ex Emmerdale actress revealed that, unlike most stars who appear on Strictly, she had put on nearly a stone in weight.
● Strictly is tomorrow, BBC One, 7.05pm.