TOWIE’s Gemma Collins reunites with CBB co-star and Kim Kardashian’s BFF Jonathan Cheban in London

She is supporting her rekindled beau James Argent as he returns to rehab.

And Gemma Collins received some moral support as she reunited with BFF Jonathan Cheban for a lunch date at Park Chinois in Mayfair, London on Monday. 

The former TOWIE star, 37, looked every inch the Essex starlet as she wore a black sparkly cardigan with ripped skinny jeans.

Reunited: Gemma Collins received some moral support as she reunited with BFF Jonathan Cheban for a lunch date at Park Chinois in Mayfair, London on Monday

Hugs: The former TOWIE star, 37, looked every inch the Essex starlet as she wore a black sparkly cardigan with ripped skinny jeans

Hugs: The former TOWIE star, 37, looked every inch the Essex starlet as she wore a black sparkly cardigan with ripped skinny jeans

She teamed the ensemble with a Louis Vuitton clutch bag and pink Givenchy slider sandals. 

Gemma styled her blonde locks into a curly blow-dried hairdo as she added a slick of make-up and a pair of oversized black sunglasses.

Despite her ex entering rehab, the television personality appeared in good spirits as she was reunited with Jonathan.

Leggy: She teamed the ensemble with ripped jeans, a Louis Vuitton clutch bag and pink Givenchy slider sandals

Leggy: She teamed the ensemble with ripped jeans, a Louis Vuitton clutch bag and pink Givenchy slider sandals

Radiant: Gemma styled her blonde locks into a curly blow-dried hairdo as she added a slick of make-up and a pair of oversized black sunglasses

Good spirits: The star looked delighted to be reunited with Jonathan in London

Good spirits: The star looked delighted to be reunited with Jonathan in London

Reality sensation: Kim Kardashian’s BFF looked casually cool in a black t-shirt and joggers

Old pals: The pair first bonded in the 2016 series of Celebrity Big Brother

Old pals: The pair first bonded in the 2016 series of Celebrity Big Brother

The best friend of Kim Kardashian, 44, cut a casual figure in a black tracksuit and t-shirt with red socks.

He completed his look with a Prada side bag, black trainers, a silver necklace and brown Ray-Ban sunglasses.   

The two reality stars appeared delighted about their reunion as they laughed and hugged each other after their delicious meal out.  

Gemma and Jonathan met on the 2016 series of Celebrity Big Brother, yet their friendship hasn’t always been plain sailing as she previously put him on a ‘time out’ as he failed to spend any time with her last time he was in the UK.     

The GC: Gemma was delighted as she reunited with her pal

The GC: Gemma was delighted as she reunited with her pal

Chic: The blonde beauty looked edgy for her lavish lunch date

Good to see you: Jonathan couldn't contain his delight as he greeted Gemma

Good to see you: Jonathan couldn’t contain his delight as he greeted Gemma

Matching: The pair sported matching black ensembles and mirrored shades

Matching: The pair sported matching black ensembles and mirrored shades

Smile: Gemma looked typically glamorous for her lunch date 

Her outing comes after the reality star spoke of her ‘incredibly difficult summer’ as she supports beau James Argent in rehab.

Speaking ahead of the launch of her first solo reality show, Diva Espana, the GC admitted she had gone through turbulent times following her split from Arg, 30, but that she was determined to support him.

She said: ‘It was incredibly raw, yes, it’s been an incredibly difficult summer. But, that said, you know, we’re back now in Essex and Arg is receiving help and you know, as long as he’s doing well, that’s great for him and for us. 

Happy: The pair enjoyed a quick gossip as they left the restaurant

Happy: The pair enjoyed a quick gossip as they left the restaurant

Edgy: The TOWIE star showed off her sartorial flair as she walked into the street

A-list: Jonathan is known to millions all around the world for his friendship with Kim K

A-list: Jonathan is known to millions all around the world for his friendship with Kim K

Chat: The star smiled as she caught up with Jonathan

Chat: The star smiled as she caught up with Jonathan

Radiant: Gemma flashed her pearly whites as she gossiped with Jonathan

Radiant: Gemma flashed her pearly whites as she gossiped with Jonathan

Superstar: Gemma was all smiles as she chatted with pals

Superstar: Gemma was all smiles as she chatted with pals

Banter: The pair became good friends on the 2016 series of CBB

Banter: The pair became good friends on the 2016 series of CBB

‘I’m just supporting him on his journey and I’m feeling pleased that the viewers get to see what goes on behind the cameras and I think it’s good for them to see that behind all the glamour there’s real ups and downs, even in celebrities’ lives.’ 

The blonde beauty said she was relieved that people would see the real her on her reality show, although the prospect had been daunting.   

‘It was really sort of scary to show the public that side of me because the public don’t really see that side of me,’ she said.

‘I guess it was just me going about my everyday life and all that that entails (laughs!) I know that is usually a rollercoaster! 

Support: She said: 'It was incredibly raw, yes, it's been an incredibly difficult summer'

Support: She said: ‘It was incredibly raw, yes, it’s been an incredibly difficult summer’

Emotion: The blonde beauty said she was relieved that people would see the real her on her reality show, although the prospect had been daunting

Emotion: The blonde beauty said she was relieved that people would see the real her on her reality show, although the prospect had been daunting

Reunited: Gemma spent time with CBB BFF Jonathan  earlier in the day

Reunited: Gemma spent time with CBB BFF Jonathan  earlier in the day

Hugs: The star looked delighted as she hugged Kim Kardashian's BFF

Hugs: The star looked delighted as she hugged Kim Kardashian’s BFF

Close: The pair cracked radiant smiles as they caught up

Close: The pair cracked radiant smiles as they caught up

Smile: The beauty was catching up with her reality bestie

Smile: The beauty was catching up with her reality bestie

‘So I guess it made me feel a bit vulnerable as no one has seen that sort of side to me, totally uncovered, so it’s a bit scary to think what people are going to think because they’re used to the GC and all her craziness but they’re getting to see Gemma now so I don’t know what they’re going to think about her!’

 Arg does appear in Diva Espana but will be taking a break from his TV career.   

Diva Espana is on ITVBe Wednesday 29th August at 9pm.   

Meanwhile Arg revealed he has returned to rehab following his split from Gemma in a brave bid to tackle his demons.

In a statement released to MailOnline, Arg said: ‘It’s not been an easy time but I’m happy to be back in a programme that gives me the ongoing support I need. 

‘I’m thankful for the incredible support I have received from my family, close friends and colleagues.’  

The Sun reported: ‘He has been living under a dark cloud’ and has decided it’s time to ‘focus on his health’.

The site reports that Gemmaand James are now back together after leaving fans guessing about the status of their relationship.

They split in July after a series of rows but got back together this month after being pictured out and about together. 

James’ issues were said to have put a huge strain on their relationship before he sought help.

On and off: James' issues are said to have put a huge strain on his romance with Gemma Collins and they split in July before getting back together this month

On and off: James’ issues are said to have put a huge strain on his romance with Gemma Collins and they split in July before getting back together this month

MailOnline has contacted a spokesperson for James Argent and TOWIE for comment.  

James spent three months in a facility in Thailand over the festive season in 2016 in a bid to curb his wild ways and has revealed that he has checked himself in to a programme in order to get the ‘ongoing support’ he needs.

Arg has also spent time in The Priory for alleged drink and drug issues. 

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