Gemma Owen
Reality TV Influencer · British
Known for Gemma Rose Owen (born May 1, 2003) is an English reality television personality, international dressage rider, social media influencer, and entrepreneur. She gained widespread public recognition in 2022 after finishing as runner-up on the eighth series of the popular British ITV2 reality television show Love Island.
About Gemma Owen
Gemma Rose Owen (born May 1, 2003) is an English reality television personality, international dressage rider, social media influencer, and entrepreneur. She gained widespread public recognition in 2022 after finishing as runner-up on the eighth series of the popular British ITV2 reality television show Love Island. She is also widely known as the eldest daughter of former England international footballer Michael Owen.
Early Life and Equestrian Career
Owen was born in Chester, England, to former professional footballer Michael Owen and Louise Bonsall. She developed a passion for equestrian sports at an early age, riding horses from age three and competing in dressage by age eight. Representing Great Britain in international youth dressage competitions from age eleven, she competed across Europe, including at the 2021 European Junior Dressage Championships with her horse Sirius Black. She continues to compete in dressage while working in sports media and equestrian presenting.
Reality TV and Public Profile
In June 2022, Owen entered the Love Island villa as the youngest contestant of series eight. Her grounded personality and high-profile background made her a central figure of the season. Coupled with fishmonger Luca Bish, she navigated the show's eight-week competition and finished as runner-up in the grand final. Her appearance propelled her social media presence, attracting over 1.6 million Instagram followers where she shares equestrian updates, travel, and fashion content.
Business Ventures and Endorsements
Before her television breakthrough, Owen launched OG Beachwear in early 2022, a luxury swimwear brand designed with high-end resortwear in mind. Following Love Island, she secured brand partnerships, including becoming an ambassador for Holland Cooper Equestrian. She also founded OG Promotions to manage her media ventures and commercial brand collaborations, cementing her status as a fashion entrepreneur and digital creator.
Personal Life
Owen resides in Cheshire, England, with her family. Following a public romance with Luca Bish that concluded in late 2022, she has kept her dating life private. She continues to divide her time between international dressage competition, family commitments, horse training, and commercial modeling.
Earnings & net worth — estimate
No confirmed net-worth figure is publicly available for Gemma Owen, so we don’t put a number on it. For context, profiles with a reach like this (1.6M followers) are typically paid $10,000 – $25,000+ for a sponsored post on Instagram and other networks.
Market-typical range for this follower tier — an estimate, not Gemma Owen’s actual income.
Frequently asked about Gemma Owen
What is Gemma Owen known for?
Gemma Rose Owen (born May 1, 2003) is an English reality television personality, international dressage rider, social media influencer, and entrepreneur. She gained widespread public recognition in 2022 after finishing as runner-up on the eighth series of the popular British ITV2 reality television show Love Island.
How old is Gemma Owen and what is their zodiac sign?
Gemma Owen is 23 years old (born 1 May 2003) and is a Taurus.
Where is Gemma Owen from?
Gemma Owen is from Chester, England (born 1 May 2003), and is now based in Cheshire, United Kingdom.
Is Gemma Owen married or in a relationship?
According to public information, Gemma Owen’s relationship status is listed as Single.
What is Gemma Owen’s net worth?
See the estimated net worth and earnings section above. Figures are estimates compiled from public sources and are not officially confirmed.
