Bobby Norris extends olive branch to Gemma Collins after seven-year long feud as former pal’s mum dies

BOBBY Norris has extended an olive branch to former best friend Gemma Collins following the death of her mum Joan. This week Gemma told fans her heart is “shattered” following the devastating loss and said in an emotional social media tribute: “I will miss you more than I could ever put into words.” Bobby shared a heartfelt tribute to Joan – extending an olive branch to former best pal Gemma Credit: FilmMagic Gemma told fans her heart was ‘shattered’ following mum Joan’s death this week Credit: Alamy Stock Photo Now Bobby, 39 – whose close friendship with Gemma, 45, on The Only Way is Essex, which ended after an explosive row during the 2016 Christmas special of the reality show. But he took to Instagram to share a photo of him and Gemma at a glam event with Joan and added a touching message. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! Bobby wrote: “Heartbroken to wake up to the news of Joan’s passing. “She was a very special lady and I have always had a lot of love for her. Bobby recently expressed his sadness over the way his friendship with Gemma ended Credit: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Bes Gemma has admitted she would love to reconnect with her former Towie co-star Credit: Getty Images “My thoughts and prayers go out to Gemma and her family at this devastating time. Sleep Tight Joanie.” Earlier this year Bobby opened up about the situation between him and Gemma, telling The Sun: “Gemma and I were like Bonnie and Clyde, minus the bank robbing. “She was my best friend. “She was the sister I never had. It’s sad that we grew apart.” Most read in Showbiz And Gemma echoed his sentiments during an appearance on the Wright At Home podcast. She told Carol, Jess and Natalya Wright: “I’d love to see Bobby again, I don’t know where he is.” Comment now