RAMI Hawash has proposed to Towie star Gemma Collins for the third time, over a decade after he originally popped the question.
The pair have had a long on-off history — here’s everything to know about Rami.
Who is Rami Hawash?
Rami Hawash, 49, is of Israeli descent and is a British national who was born in Romford, Havering, Greater London.
He owns a mechanical repairs company in the town, which is often mistakenly thought to be in Essex because of the postal addresses.
Rami has been reality TV star Gemma Collins’ on-and-off boyfriend since 2011 and made several appearances on The Only Way Is Essex — the show Gemma found fame on.
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How did Rami meet Gemma Collins?
Rami and Gemma met at the famous King William pub in Chigwell, Essex, and started dating back in 2011.
He made his first brief appearance in series 9 when he jetted off to Marbella to see Gemma.
Rami popped the question again in the Maldives, and Gemma had no idea it was coming, she was so shocked
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The pair announced their first engagement on December 27, 2013, although this was broken off several weeks later.
He proposed to the star by hiding a diamond ring in a Christmas pudding.
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Rami was mentioned many times on the programme as the couple continued their on-off relationship.
He and Gemma grew close again during the Covid-19 lockdown after Gemma split with James ‘Arg’ Argent, and they have kept their rekindled romance.
In April 2021 they were spotted enjoying a romantic sushi dinner where they kissed and cuddled in public, taking cute selfies throughout the evening.
A source said: “Gemma has been seeing Rami again in secret for the last six months.
“The pair have enjoyed spending time together and getting reacquainted during date nights in London and Essex.
“Gemma suffered a lot of stress and trauma during her relationship with Arg, which has been on and off for years – but she’s finally putting herself first and moving forward with her life.”
In December 2021 Gemma confirmed she was once again engaged to Rami, saying the pair “can’t really come out and say anything yet because Ram was married before and his paperwork has not come through.”
She continued: “They’ve not been together for two years.
“I know her, she’s got a partner, she’s as good as gold.
“There’s a child involved, he’s only three, obviously I love him to death.
“But until that paperwork’s signed I can’t come out.”
Speaking about how he proposed for the third time, a source told The Sun: “Rami popped the question again in the Maldives, and Gemma had no idea it was coming, she was so shocked.
“She is absolutely thrilled and she can’t believe it is finally happening.
“Rami had flown out hundreds of roses and there were thousands of petals. She didn’t know what was happening until a huge platter of cakes came out and as Gemma started eating her mango dessert, Rami surprised her and said, ‘look at that’.
“He had lit up, ‘Will You Marry Me?’ on the sand.
“Gemma had no idea, she thought they were having a relaxing dinner on the beach, she had no makeup on, it was a beautiful natural moment and she couldn’t have wished for anything more.
“He got down on one knee, the ring was in a shell. It was such a beautiful moment and of course she cried.”
The source added: “Yes, the ring is absolutely amazing. It’s a huge big sparkler.”
Does Rami have any children with Gemma Collins?
Rami Hawash does not have children with Gemma Collins.
However, the reality star has previously revealed she is “desperate for a baby” and has even decided she wants to call her unborn child Blossom, after the Japanese blossom tree.
Talking on The Gemma Collins podcast, Gemma candidly said: “I found the love of my life, I’m definitely ready to have a baby now.”
Rami has a six-year-old son called Tristan, who is kept out of the public eye, with his ex-wife.
Gemma was praised by Rami for being “a fantastic step-mum” to Tristan, in a message for her birthday in January 2022.
“To the love of my life, Gemma,” Rami wrote.
“I am so happy to have you back in my life. I have always dreamed and felt this would happen.
“Me and Tristan are so lucky to have you in our lives. You are a wonderful partner and a fantastic step-mum to Tristan.
“We are so grateful to have you and you bring us so much joy. Happy birthday, we love you Gemma.”
What is Rami Hawash’s net worth?
According to Share-Ask.com, Rami’s net worth is between £400,000 and £1.35million.
Reports of his net worth are very limited, with most outlets saying it is unknown.
However his fiancee, Gemma is reportedly worth around £7.3million.
Gemma and Rami’s love story timeline
Their love story has been years in the making and was meant to be.
It all began back in 2011 when they met in a pub in Chigwell, Essex.
They started dating properly two years later and Rami made several appearances on The Only Way Is Essex before they announced their first engagement in the same year.
But their relationship hit a rough patch, leading to a break-up, with Gemma citing that she “wasn’t ready” for marriage at the time.
After navigating a tumultuous on/off relationship with her Towie co-star James Argent Gemma and Rami found their way back to each other in late 2020 after crossing paths at a Madonna concert in London.
In December 2021, Gemma first announced that they were re-engaged and embraced her role as stepmother to Rami’s six-year-old son, Tristan.
A year later she called off their wedding, insisting she didn’t want to spend frivolously on a huge wedding during a cost of living crisis.
The U-turn came a year before they sparked split rumours again.
Last year, they went months without being pictured together in public.
They also unfollowed each other on social media.
Gemma then confirmed in October that they were firmly back on and that she wanted to get married in a quiet ceremony.
