Heartbroken Gemma Collins left devastated by death of ‘family member’ and ‘dad’s best friend’
FORMER Towie star Gemma Collins has been left devastated after her family dog was put down.
Gemma, 42, made the heartbreaking announcement on Instagram alongside a snap of the late pooch, named Lucia.
It’s unclear what age Lucia had reached, however she was the “best friend” to Gemma’s dad Alan.
She wrote, “Beyond heartbroken, today our beautiful Lucia sadly had to be put down nothing could save her she was the best dog ever to our family for the last 15 years my dads best friend #loveyoulucia.”
DJ Fat Tony inserted five heart emojis while Jedward commented, “Such a sweet caring, loving doggy with so much heart. Big hugs Gemma.”
The GC only caught up with pals John and Edward Grimes at the weekend.
X Factor stars Jedward enjoyed a roast dinner with Gemma and her fiance Rami Hawash before the trio headed to London for ice cream and shopping at Harrods.
Last week Gemma rubbed shoulders with King Charles and Queen Camilla as she attended the Animal Ball.
The reality star was pictured shaking hands and talking to the King and Queen, as they celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Elephant Family conservation charity.
The charity put 125 sculptures on display in the gardens of Charles and Camilla’s private homes at Highgrove and Raymill – including two owned by Gemma.
In her meeting with Queen Camilla, Gemma gushed over the elephant sculptures as she said: “They are absolutely beautiful. What I love about them is the way the eyes move with you in the garden.”
Her Majesty then complimented Gemma on her bold headwear, which was a headband with a large cherry and a caterpillar on top.
Gemma said: “I’m just so happy to be here and share this evening with you.”
The star then turned to the King and gave him the title “King of the planet” as she praised him for his conservation work.
She said: “You really are King of the planet and we love you for what you do for the animals.”