The Confidence Clinic Season 2, Episode 4: Bianca Gascoigne

Ever dreamt of dancing with the stars? Or indeed, become one? Bianca Gascoigne wasn’t quite given the choice as the daughter of popular reality tv personality Sheryl Gascoigne, and world-famous footballer, Paul Gascoigne. But, as we know, all that shines isn’t always gold...

On today’s episode of The Confidence Clinic we sit down with the beloved reality TV Star, DJ, and model to lay it all out: from experiencing bullying early on at an all-girls school to dealing with journalists and paparazzi - growing up under the limelight is certainly no easy feat.  

Especially if you discover your own histrionic streak and want to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. While some may say the path had already been laid out for her, it’s one thing to follow someone’s footprints and another to leave your own mark.

Swimming against the current of TV critics’ expectations, (mis)judgements, and hyper scrutiny towards her body, bit by bit, Bianca not only conquered the public but also her own fears: from being a ‘nervous mess’ all throughout her debut on Love Island to winning the show; from doubting every sentence uttered on camera to learning Italian and scooping up applauses on the local ‘Dancing with the Stars’ watched by some 3 million+ audience. Talking about a self-confidence journey!

But the challenges didn’t stop at mastering dance routines and charming the international public. With self-humour and earnesty, Bianca tells us how she stopped herself from becoming the cliche party girl, from repeating familiar patterns, to settle into the focused adult she is now: a mum who takes her job very seriously. Yes because Bianca's pregnancy wasn't an easy one: navigating the intensities of ante-natal depression - a condition similar to postnatal depression but way less spoken about - Bianca has no shame talking about this painful experience to dispel the stigma still surrounding it.

As we said, all that shines isn’t always gold. That’s why in this episode we try to shed a light on important women’s health topics whilst bringing a ray of hope and fun! So tune in to hear Bianca’s self-confidence motto, and discover what she’s got cooking up for us all in the health business...

About Bianca: Bianca is a widely known reality tv star, acclaimed DJ, and model. She rose to prominence after winning Love Island Fiji edition in 2006. Since then, she’s become a beloved and inspiring fixture of the international reality-tv panorama, participating in shows of the likes of Dancing with the Stars Italy. She’s currently active as a DJ and is soon to launch a new business in the (women’s) health industry. Stay tuned!

Connect with Bianca:

Instagram: biancagascoigne1

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