Summer House of the Stars 2024: Emma Fernlund

Emma Fernlund, born on December 28, 2000 in Elmshorn, Schleswig-Holstein, has had a remarkable career in German reality TV in a short time. The 23-year-old Capricorn-born, who now lives in Hamburg, has developed from a catering professional to a sought-after influencer and TV personality. In 2024, she and her partner Umut Tekin will venture into the infamous “Summer House of the Stars“ – but her path there was anything but conventional.

From school to Michelin-star gastronomy

Fernlund's path began far away from the limelight. After graduating from Barmstedt primary and community school in 2017, she decided to train in the hotel and catering industry. Her talent and passion for culinary arts led her into the kitchens of top-class restaurants. She worked in Cornelia Poletto's renowned restaurant in Hamburg and gained valuable experience at the exclusive caterer and event organizer Süllberg Hamburg.

The jump into reality TV

In 2023, Emma dared to step in front of the camera and became part of the RTL+ show “Temptation Island VIP“As a seductress, she was supposed to test the loyalty of the participating couples – a task that she mastered with flying colors. The former “Bachelorette” candidate in particular Umut Tekin unfolds its charm to the victim. What initially started as part of the game developed into real feelings that turned the entire format on its head.

Love, separation and new beginnings

The chemistry between Emma and Umut was so strong that they couldn't leave each other after the show ended. In the reunion show, they surprised the audience with the news that they were a couple. But the road to happiness was rocky: after just one month, they split up due to the challenges of a long-distance relationship and communication problems. The forced secrecy of their relationship until the show aired put additional pressure on the young couple.

Despite these hurdles, Emma and Umut found each other again. At the beginning of 2024, they took the next step: Umut moved to Hamburg for Emma, ​​ending their long-distance relationship and making a new start.

Parallel to her TV career, Emma has established herself as a health influencer. On Instagram, where she now has around 80,000 followers (as of September 2024), she shares fitness challenges, healthy recipes and insights into her private life. Her openness also extends to topics such as cosmetic surgery, which she talks openly about with her community.

New challenge: The summer house of the stars

In 2024, Emma and Umut face their biggest challenge yet: As a couple, they move to the “Summer House of the Stars” Here she is not only fighting for the title of “THE Celebrity Couple 2024”, but also for prize money of 50,000 euros. Participation in the show is a chance for Emma to present herself beyond her role as a “seductress” and to prove her relationship with Umut.

Emma Fernlund: More than just a TV face

Emma's journey from gastronomy professional to reality TV actress and influencer shows her versatility and adaptability. Her experiences in top gastronomy have not only given her culinary know-how, but also discipline and perseverance – qualities that benefit her both in the world of reality TV and in her career as an influencer.

Her openness about personal issues such as relationship problems and cosmetic surgery has earned her a loyal fan base that appreciates her authenticity. Whether on television or on social media, Emma Fernlund knows how to entertain and inspire people.

By taking part in the “Sommerhaus der Stars”, Emma is facing her biggest challenge in the spotlight to date. It remains to be seen how she and Umut will fare in this tough test. One thing is certain: Emma Fernlund has made an impressive development in a short space of time – from the stove in a Michelin-starred kitchen to the spotlight of German reality TV. Her story shows that in show business, sometimes unexpected paths can lead to success.