Gemma Atkinson - A Diva in the Making Online
Gemma Atkinson is a popular English actress. She has made a name for herself in the glamour and modeling world. Born on November 15, 1984, Gemma became popular, when she first appeared as Lisa Hunter on Hollyoaks- a very popular teenage show on Channel 4. Her other TV assignments included a role in Plus One, Comedy Showcase and The Bill.
Gemma Atkinson made her theater debut in December 2008 at the Manchester Opera House, when she appeared in the play titled ‘Peter Pan.’ She also appeared as ‘Elaine’ in ‘Calendar Girls’- a West End Production. The show was held at the Noel Coward Theater.
Thanks to her attractive looks and amazing personality, Gemma Atkinson has had a great start to her modeling career. She has appeared in lingerie and swimwear photo shoots for popular men’s magazines, such as Nuts, Zoo, Maxim, Loaded, FHM and Arena. In 2006, she was placed at the 32nd spot by FHM in its desired list of 100 Sexiest Women. Thereafter, she appeared in this list for three successive years in 2007 (ranked 23rd), 2008 (ranked 18th) and 2009 (ranked 81st). In 2008, she was also placed at number 46 in AskMen.com’s coveted list of ‘99 Sexiest Women’. No wonder then, her photogenic looks and an ultra-glam body has made her pictures some of the most downloaded celebrity wallpapers on the Internet.
Gemma Atkinson entered the films, when she appeared in “Boogie Woogie”- an independent British film. She has played an important role in Baseline- a UK Gangster film. Some of her forthcoming projects, include films such as ‘13 Hrs,’ ‘The Sweet Shop’ and ‘How to stop being a loser.’ She also acted in the popular play ‘This is How it Goes.’ In this play, directed by the acclaimed director Neil LaBute, she had essayed the title role of Belinda.
Her affair with Portugal soccer star Christiano Ronaldo was much talked about. However, the affair didn’t last long and the couple split soon after. She is now rumored to be dating Liam Richards, who was ones of the finalists in the 2008 season of the popular TV Show ‘Britain’s Got Talent.’ Gemma is also involved in charity work and takes a keen interest in increasing the awareness about breast cancer.