Gemma Collins has revealed she cries in public when she thinks of her dad battling Covid in hospital.The 40-year-old's dad Alan battled the life-threatening disease this time last year.12 months on and Gemma admits to still getting emotional over how close she was to losing her father.Before Christmas 2020, both of Gemma's parents fell ill with the virus but her dad suffered badly and was rushed into hospital.He is now on the mend and the ex Towie star revealed he "gets stronger every day."The blonde diva told The Sun how she has him under strict orders.She said: "I only let him work 3 days a week now."Long Covid is not a five minute thing.