Gemma Collins has declared her affection for GB News after the channel questioned her involvement in a Department for Education campaign.
The reality television personality took to Instagram Stories on Wednesday to address the controversy, expressing surprise at seeing herself featured on the broadcaster.
"Guys, you can imagine the shock when I was just about to go to bed last night and I saw myself on GB News," she said.
Ms Collins described herself as a devoted viewer of the channel and spoke warmly of presenter Bev Turner, who had criticised her appearance in the government video.
Gemma Collins is in the building and she's got questions.
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"Love Bev. Bev is a vibe - love them all on there," Ms Collins stated, adding: "It's the only news that is on regularly in my house."
The former Towie star also hinted at having personal experience with Special Educational Needs (SEN), suggesting more details would emerge soon.
She explained: "I just want to come on and say stay tuned.
"Because I do have experience with SEN. And you know, I don't really, at this stage want to go into it that much.
Bev Turner questioned the decision for Gemma Collins to collaborate with the Education Secretary
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"But I do understand a little bit more than people think and know at the minute.
"But look, just trying to spread positivitiy and yeah, it's all going to become clear very soon.
"Sending you so much love and kisses and you know, I hear you - I get it.
"You know I was just as shocked to see myself in GB News as you probably all were!"
She went on: "But listen at the end of the day, I'm getting attention. I wasn't paid.
"I'm creating a lot of noise around the subject, so please bear in mind that is what I'm there to do for everyone, and get people talking and no one paid me for it.
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Gemma Collins responded to the GB News coverage of her involvement with the Department for Education
|"I was honoured to do it and it is a topic close to my heart that I've been delaing with and it's all going to become clear, hun.
"So it's all good, it's all positive, let's keep spreading the love and the positivity. But yeah, GB News - I love you!"
The controversy stems from a social media campaign in which Ms Collins appeared alongside Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson at Westminster.
A teaser clip released by the Department for Education showed the reality star walking through government offices and asking: "Right. What are we doing to help the children?"
Ms Phillipson then appears at her office doorway, responding: "Come in. Let's have a chat."
The video was captioned "Gemma Collins is in the building, and she's got questions. Coming soon."
Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting subsequently shared the footage, writing "When the GC met BP" with a fire emoji.
The former Towie star declared she 'loves' GB News
|Government officials explained that Ms Collins was invited because she left school with minimal qualifications and could discuss preventing similar outcomes for today's pupils.
Bev questioned the collaboration during GB News' Late Show on Tuesday, broadcasting from Washington DC.
"Why do we care what Gemma Collins says to the Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson?" Bev asked.
She argued that parents would feel more reassured seeing education experts consulted instead, such as "Britain's strictest head."
"Gemma Collins knows nothing about what children need," the presenter declared, adding that education policy should focus on ensuring pupils achieve "the very best qualifications possible."
The Department for Education defended its decision to work with Collins, emphasising the importance of engaging audiences through various platforms.
A spokesperson stated: "The department covers education throughout people's lives, and it's crucial that we meet people where they are, with information they need to know whether that's at weekly face-to-face events with parents and teachers or on social media platforms."
Officials said the collaboration helped promote post-16 education opportunities and high-quality vocational courses to a broader audience.