Gemma Collins says her dad would 'rather be dead' than keep enduring COVID in new emotional post

Boris Johnson ending Covid isolation rules is a "distraction" from the PM's lockdown party scandal, said Professor Devi Sridhar who is a member of the Scottish Government Covid-19 Advisory Group.

2022 Academy Awards are just over a month away and while the night is sure to be unforgettable with surprises and snubs, one thing will not be in the cards: covid-19 vaccinations.Hollywood’s biggest night won’t require COVID-19 vaccinations proof for anyone attending the event.The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, according to The Hollywood Reporter, is only asking for attendees to show a negative PCR test or a negative rapid antigen test on the day of the ceremony. Nominees, presenters and stars will gather on March 27 at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theater to celebrate the best and brightest in film.This year’s SAG Awards and Critics Choice Awards, on the other hand, will both require vaccinations.A rep for the SAG Awards (to be held on Feb.

The Queen is being monitored despite not showing any COVID-19 symptoms after her son Prince Charles contracted the virus for a second time Thursday.

Middlesex-London Health Unit reported seven deaths and 115 COVID-19 cases on Thursday, compared with three deaths and 189 cases last Thursday.The deaths involved three men and four women ranging in age from their 60s to 90s. Three were associated with long-term care.LHSC, meanwhile, is caring for 91 inpatients with COVID-19, 22 of whom are in adult critical care.As noted, LHSC is caring for 91 COVID-19 inpatients, with 22 inpatients in adult critical care.

NEW CASTLE, Del. - Delaware State Police is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that took place on Wednesday evening. According to police, the incident happened near Frenchtown Road in the area of Quigley Boulevard around 5:58 p.m. A 21-year-old woman, who has not yet been identified, was walking on the right shoulder of eastbound Rt. 273.

DARBY TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Briarcliffe Fire Company has been shut down for at least the next 30 days as Delaware County officials investigate the alleged use of racial slurs on a recent virtual meeting. The fire company, located in Darby Township will not be receiving fire calls during the suspension. The suspension comes after a Jan. 27 virtual meeting between township fire companies and commissioners about a potential consolidation. According to a letter from the Goodwill Fire Company obtained by FOX 29, following the end of the meeting, a group of people remained on the call. The letter says there was then a group of people that could be heard discussing the meeting using foul language, and identifies those involved in the conversation as members of the Briarcliffe Fire Company. The conversation, which lasted an hour and 45 minutes, allegedly included racial slurs when discussing members of other fire companies and township residents.One of the Briarcliffe Fire Company members was also accused of making a joke about, Fanta Bility, a young girl who was killed in a shooting in Sharon Hill last fall.Derogatory and otherwise offensive comments were also allegedly made about other township officials.Township officials say the incident is under investigation, and that a criminal referral is expected to be made to the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office. MORE HEADLINES:In their letter, the Goodwill Fire Company Board of directors expressed their concern for the fire companies and safety of the community. "This is not appropriate and does not belong in the township," the letter read. Darby Township officials are scheduled to speak on the issue at 2 p.m.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia 76ers have reportedly agreed to a trade that would send Ben Simmons, Seth Curry and draft picks to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for James Harden. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports that backup center Andre Drummond will also be heading to Brooklyn as part of the deal, and the 76ers will receive Paul Millsap as part of the deal. Wojnarowski reports that the picks Philadelphia is sending to Brooklyn include an unprotected 2022 first-round pick and a protected 2027 first-round pick.Harden and Simmons have dominated trade deadline headlines in recent weeks as the disgruntled Simmons had yet to suit up for the 76ers this season. Meanwhile the Nets were caught up in the rumor mill as they faced a risk of potentially losing Harden to free agency after the season and losing him for nothing. With Thursday's trade, the Sixers pick up a former league MVP in Harden to pair with MVP candidate Joel Embiid.

Stormont's Minister for Health has said he needs to talk to other ministers before decisions can be taken about further relaxation of Northern Ireland's Covid-19 restrictions.

trucker convoy in Ottawa are spilling over onto new fronts Thursday, with police reporting “a concerted effort to flood” 911 lines, protesters mobilizing at the local airport and hackers taking aim at city council.Earlier in the day, city officials had warned of traffic disruptions at the city’s international airport as the trucker convoy encamped across the city enters its 14th day, and some members appeared to be encircling the airport.That now appears to have ended, but it remains unclear whether the group will move to a different site or return to the airport.Ottawa police had told Global News they are “aware” of the convoy’s presence at the airport and shortly after, issued a tweet warning of attempts to target emergency lines.“We are aware of a concerted effort to flood our 911 and non-emergency policing reporting line. This endangers lives and is completely unacceptable,” the police service said.“It is a crime to unnecessarily call 911 or our non-emergency number (613-236-1222).

Beth Potter, president of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada, Dr. Dominik Mertz, division director of infectious diseases at McMaster University, and Dr.

New rules on international travel in Scotland will come into effect from tomorrow as the country continues to emerge from the worst of the Omicron Covid wave.

Queen Elizabeth II met with Prince Charles before he tested positive for COVID-19 and is now being closely monitored, a royal source tells ET. On Thursday, Clarence House announced that Charles — who is vaccinated and boosted — tested positive for COVID-19 that morning and is now self-isolating. Our source tells ET that 95-year-old Elizabeth and 73-year-old Charles met on Tuesday after she returned from Sandringham.

The Queen's health is reportedly being "monitored" after she met with her eldest son Prince Charles recently, as he has been confirmed to test positive with COVID-19 on Thursday, February 10. While the 95 year old monarch has seen the first in line to the throne recently, Buckingham Palace have reportedly refused to confirm or deny whether she is currently testing positive for the virus.The palace source did confirm that the Queen is yet to display any symptoms, however.

Free COVID rapid antigen tests now available at Ontario grocery stores, pharmacies at one-box limit Singing and the playing of wind instruments have also not been permitted but the source says they will now be allowed with some health measures in place.The changes are expected to come weeks after students headed back to classes in-person, following a two-week pandemic shutdown in January.Schools have been closed and reopened repeatedly in Ontario during the pandemic and extracurriculars have been paused as a COVID-19 precaution at various points.

Gemma Collins has unveiled a previously unseen photograph from her childhood as she reflected upon the importance of family.

Gemma Collins' fans have been sending messages of support to her after she disappeared from social media while her beloved dad battles coronavirus.

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxThe home of TOWIE is now now one of the biggest Coronavirus hotspots in England as cast members share heartbreaking stories of the bug.Brentwood, in Essex, has the highest infection rate in England, with 1,111 new cases recorded in the week to December 23.That is the equivalent of a staggering 1,442.5 cases per 100,000 people.It comes as one of TOWIE’s most famous faces, Gemma Collins, thanked NHS doctors for treating her father as both her parents battle Coronavirus.Sharing a photo of her parents she begged her two million followers to "please take notice and keep your loved ones safe".Gemma's dad has been receiving treatment at

TOWIE star Gemma Collins has thanked an "incredible" group of doctors as her parents battle coronavirus. The reality TV star, 39, revealed earlier this week both her parents Alan and Joan are "extremely unwell" with Covid-19.

Gemma Collins' father Alan is currently in hospital as he fights Covid-19.

GEMMA Collins thanked NHS doctors helping her dad as he battles coronavirus. The former Towie star, 39, has been updating fans on her parents' heartbreaking battle with Covid.

Gemma Collins says her beloved dad is in "the best place right now" as he fights for his life in hospital after catching coronavirus.

Gemma Collins is praying for her dad's speedy recovery after he was rushed into hospital with coronavirus.

Gemma Collins has revealed her father is in hospital and fighting for his life after contracting the deadly Covid-19 virus. The heartbroken 39-year-old reality star has been sharing updates on the condition of her father, Alan, who fell ill with the coronavirus earlier in the week.

Former TOWIE star Gemma Collins has shared a heartbreaking picture while lying next to her extremely ill dad.The star has asked for her millions of followers to take coronavirus seriously as her dad battles the terrible illness while saying she’s “scared” for her dad. “Covid is so scary laying next to my dad holding his hand right now I am showing you this to create awareness of how real Covid is,” the 39 year old wrote while sharing a photo with her hand in her that of her father’s.

coronavirus.Gemma, 39, shared the news on her podcast as she discussed her festive traditions with her doting parents.She added that she was determined to continue with their annual trip despite the coronavirus pandemic that continues to sweep across the four corners of the nation.Speaking about her outing, the television personality who found fame on The Only Way Is Essex, said: "I love Christmas but this year, leading up to Christmas is always going to be a little bit different because of the pandemic."So I took my mum to London because we always used to go to London on the 22nd, 23rd, and 24th and we'd drive home on Christmas Eve."The GC continued: "I managed to do that earlier with her and it's a lovely feeling as when I left London I

GEMMA Collins has shared a picture of her laying beside and holding the hand of her extremely ill dad as he battles coronavirus. The heartbroken star wants her followers to take the deadly virus seriously and admitted she's heartbroken and scared.

Gemma Collins has revealed she took her mum on a trip to London before her parents caught Covid-19. The 39 year old announced on 22 December that her mum and dad feel "extremely unwell" due to being struck by the deadly virus.The former TOWIE star explained on The Gemma Collins Podcast last week that it's a tradition for her and Joan to go to London in the days before Christmas to enjoy the festive spirit and shop.

Gemma Collins told her fans she took her mum to London days before revealing her parents had Covid-19.

GEMMA Collins took her mum on a trip to London as a Christmas treat before her parents were struck down with coronavirus. The 39-year-old star revealed yesterday that both her mum and dad are "extremely unwell" after contracting the illness - and her dad is so poorly he'd "rather be dead".

Gemma Collins has shared an emotional clip of her seriously ill parents as they battle the coronavirus. The 39-year-old TOWIE star begged her fans to "stay home" amid lockdown and new Tier 4 rules in the UK as she's "petrified" for her mum Joan and dad Alan.

Gemma Collins has renewed her pleas for fans to "stay home" after sharing her parents' Covid battle.

Gemma Collins shared her heartbreak with fans after both of her parents became 'extremely unwell' with coronavirus.

Gemma Collins has heartbreakingly revealed both her parents have been "extremely unwell" as a result of the coronavirus.The 39 year old, who recently admitted she "nearly got stuck in a bath tub", took to her Instagram feed to share the news and beg fans to adhere to the Covid-19 government guidelines and take the virus seriously.The GC shared two photos of her parents Joan and Alan, with one showing them smiling for the camera while out for an evening meal, while another showed them posing in front of a Christmas tree with their daughter between them. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Gemma Collins has revealed both her parents have tested positive for coronavirus.

HEARTBROKEN Gemma Collins has revealed her parents tested positive for coronavirus — and her dad told her he would "rather be dead". The Towie star took to Instagram today to share the devastating news that her parents were "extremely unwell" with Covid and her father broke down in tears after the deadly bugged took hold.

her most recent break-up from on/off boyfriend James ‘Arg’ Argent earlier this year.Though Gemma has put on a brave face since the split – sharing some truly disturbing messages from her ex where he called her “a fat f-ck”, among other things – The Diva Forever star has now opened up about how difficult recovering from heartbreak has been while stuck in lockdown, without the usual support mechanisms.“I’ve found the evenings a bit lonely,” she said."I am a very sociable person and I like to go out and about so for me the evenings are tough."It is hard, lockdown has not been good for my love life, but I think we’re slowly coming out of it now hopefully."HEAT Gemma Collins relationship history SLIDER with cover picSwipe through to see Gemma

Gemma Collins has admitted she's been lonely in lockdown and confessed the pandemic has "not been good for my love life".

lockdown, especially since her split from James Argent.The 39-year-old, who is known for her larger-than-life personality, said she has found the period difficult.The former TOWIE star went through a heartbreaking split from on/off boyfriend Arg, 33, in July.With social distancing restrictions, the TV personality has found it hard to distract herself.Speaking to The Sun, she said: "I’ve found the evenings a bit lonely."I am a very sociable person and I like to go out and about so for me the evenings are tough."It is hard, lockdown has not been good for my love life, but I think we’re slowly coming out of it now hopefully."I think intuitively the universe gives you the right person at the right time so it’s all going to fall into place.”The

She's known for her bright and bubbly personality, but Gemma Collins has revealed that she struggled with loneliness during lockdown.The reality star, who previously said she 'nearly got stuck in the bath', has opened up about her time in lockdown, and after splitting from on/off boyfriend James Argent, Gemma has been lonelier than ever. Speaking to The Sun, the 39 year old admitted: "I've found the evenings a bit lonely.

SHE’S known for her larger than life personality, hilarious one-liners and outrageous antics. But behind her daring on-screen diva behaviour, Gemma Collins has admitted to having secretly struggled with loneliness.

Gemma Collins claims she was forced to gorge on pigs in blankets and scotch eggs which led to her getting stuck in the bath. The reality TV star complained about having to buy a substantial meal every time she orders a drink which caused her to gain a few pounds.