Gemma’s rise to fame skyrocketed after a viral video of her boss exploiting her gained widespread attention. With Yara, her then-partner, by her side, she amassed millions of followers who connected with her struggles. However, things turned for the worse after her breakup with Yara and her subsequent relationship with Antony.
The public was unforgiving, leaving nasty comments questioning her character and faithfulness. The situation became even more unbearable when she discovered Antony’s indifference toward her. Catching him with another girl, Cielo, at a nightclub, she confronted him, only to be met with harsh words.
A Halloween night that changed everything (Photo: The Idea First Company/The Idea First Company)Antony belittled her, claiming she was too toxic and fame-hungry, unlike Cielo, who, according to him, was simple and genuine. Gemma, deeply hurt by his words, decided to walk away from the relationship, realizing she deserved better.
That same night, she crossed paths with James at the nightclub. Dressed in matching Halloween costumes, they immediately struck a connection, exchanging laughter and dancing together. Their playful interaction led a press photographer to assume they were a couple, and they jokingly agreed to the claim.
As they danced, James openly expressed admiration for Gemma, recalling her viral video about her boss and how it amused him. In the heat of the moment, he unexpectedly declared his love for her. Amused by his boldness, Gemma challenged him—if he truly loved her, he had to punch Antony as payback for her humiliation.
James, eager to prove his loyalty, agreed under the condition that Gemma would buy him a MacBook. True to his word, he confronted Antony and delivered the punch. This act of loyalty strengthened the bond between Gemma and James, and as they left the nightclub together, their connection grew deeper.
Feeling genuinely cared for, Gemma found comfort in his presence and fulfilled her promise by buying him the MacBook.
How Gemma and James Turned Their Fake Relationship into a Publicity Stunt
A conversation between Gemma and James revealed that she was not just another vlogger chasing clout. Her rise to fame had been unintentional—her first video, exposing her toxic boss, resonated with many, leading to a massive following.
Seeing James struggle with gaining recognition for his music, she proposed a strategy—pretend to be a couple to increase his visibility. Without explicitly stating that their relationship was fake, they began sharing moments online.
They debated on the labels to use for their arrangement and agreed that posing as boyfriend and girlfriend would help drive traffic to James’s music. Though James had doubts about whether the industry needed another musician like him, Gemma encouraged him to believe in himself.
With that motivation, they started creating affectionate vlogs, curating romantic reels, and posting content that made them look like the perfect couple. As their supposed love story played out on social media, their audience grew.
Gemma even visited James’s home, meeting his mother and learning more about his personal life. However, when the topic of her own family came up, she hesitated, visibly uncomfortable. Sensing her distress, James assured her that whatever she told him would remain private.
Trusting him, she gradually opened up, showing that she was starting to let her guard down. James, moved by their bond, composed a song for Gemma. In return, she incorporated their moments together into videos featuring the song, which became a sensation online.
As their couple’s content gained traction, James also saw a surge in followers, increasing his relevance in the music industry.
What Led to Their Breakup?
Their arrangement, which initially seemed like a mutually beneficial plan, started to unravel when Antony and Cielo announced their engagement. Cielo, flaunting her ring at the nightclub, teased that James should step up and get Gemma a better one.
This irritated him, and he left to gather his thoughts. Meanwhile, Gemma had an unexpected reunion with Yara, their first since their fallout. Old emotions resurfaced, creating tension.
As if that wasn’t enough, Cielo encouraged Gemma and Yara to create a clickbait video together, something that struck a nerve with James when he saw it online. Gemma tried to assure him that it was all just for content, but James couldn’t help but wonder if everything about their relationship was staged.
When love starts with a punch and a promise (Photo: The Idea First Company/The Idea First Company)As James grappled with his emotions, his mental health began to suffer, prompting him to consider seeking medical help. Instead of being supportive, Gemma suggested they use his struggles as a storyline to gain sympathy and attract more fans.
This suggestion left James even more uncertain about her true intentions. The following day, he discovered Gemma packing her things, preparing to leave his house. This devastated him, as he didn’t want to lose her. When he expressed his feelings, Gemma admitted she felt unappreciated, leading to a heated argument.
At his breaking point, James was met with an unexpected revelation—Gemma laughed and claimed it had all been a prank. This revelation crushed him, making him realize he had been nothing more than a tool for her online engagement. Devastated, he chose to walk away.
Though Gemma attempted to go with him, James refused, questioning whether he had ever been anything more than a prop for her growing online presence. His words triggered her anger, and a bitter exchange followed before he left.
Realizing how much she missed him, Gemma later planned a romantic picnic, hoping to mend their relationship. She waited all day, pouring her heart out in a confession of love, insisting that her feelings had become real.
However, James, weighed down by everything that had happened, admitted he no longer felt the same way. He felt used, manipulated, and stripped of his dignity. He also confessed that at the beginning, he had only been with her for the financial benefits and her celebrity status.
But over time, he had genuinely fallen for her, making her deception even more painful. With that realization, they both decided to part ways.
How Their Story Ends
As If It’s True approached its final moments, Gemma uploaded a heartfelt video, admitting that their relationship had started as an act but had eventually turned into something real. She openly declared that she had fallen for James, emphasizing that, despite everything, her emotions had been genuine.
This moment shed light on the blurred boundaries between social media and real life, showing how relationships built under public scrutiny can become complicated.
The film highlighted the dangers of oversharing personal experiences online and the unexpected consequences of trying to maintain a carefully crafted digital persona.
