What’s it like to be the Yellow Wiggle?: Inside the life of Emma Watkins | Australian Story
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Published 2018-09-17
As Emma's star rose, behind the scenes her health was failing. Eventually she was diagnosed with endometriosis and her decision to go public brought much-needed attention to the disease.
Her health problems led her to re-evaluate other areas of her life and at the beginning of the year she separated from her husband, fellow Wiggle Lachlan Gillespie.
Emma speaks exclusively to Australian Story about the separation, its fall-out and the couple’s determination to continue working together.
Read more here: www.abc.net.au/news/2018-09-17/emma-watkins-wiggle…
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All Comments (21)
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I never knew id watch a half an hour documentary on the first female wiggle but here i am
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Why is yellow wiggle all over my recommended? I’m here for it anyways
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I’m here from Allure’s Emma routine. She’s so bright and just lovely. I am so surprised there are people that dont like her. I mean like, what!!?? How !!???? She’s so so so lovely !! Just by watching one video of her and now I’m here, watching another dose of her. And fell in love with how positive and bright she is 💗
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i hate how everyone hates on emma coz shes female. when i was little i watched the og wiggles and literally all i had was dorothy. but that was even before she had her own ballet show. as a little ballerina growing up i wouldve loved emma so much and actually wouldve had a character to relate to (sorry dorothy ily too) i just wish people would be more open and accepting when new people are introduced. we're lucky the wiggles wasnt cancelled.
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I'm 22 yo with no kids, no childhood connection to the Wiggles, and I just watched this entire documentary, completely enthralled. I'm not sure what that says about me, but it probably means Australian Story makes really good videos.
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I don’t understand why everyone dislikes her as a wiggle. Yes, the wiggles were originally an all male group. But look at her. She’s emotionally invested into this group. She’s a role model and the children love her. The energy and the vibe she gives off is amazing. Sometimes we need change. Old things can no longer function the same and they have to be changed. The old wiggles will forever be in my heart, but wish the new ones all the best. I love the wiggles and I love that Emma is part of them now
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I always found it so weird that people found offense in the sudden change of a cast member or cast members in a kids show? Like. It's for kids. It may have been for you, years ago. But that was when YOU were a child. Now it's for new children. Not for you. Stop acting like it is?
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Because of her, I finally talked to my doctor about endometriosis and to see if I had it since I was having a lot of problems with my periods. Last month I was diagnosed with it and had the surgery to remove the infected parts ect. I can never thank her enough for educating about endometriosis and how its helped me. Made so much sense too in my life and with my own period struggles.
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I’m an original Wiggles child, but I love the fact that they added a Female Wiggle. To me, she is a real Wiggle because she brings joy to the kids and we’re living in a new generation, it’s 2018, if you miss the old Wiggles go watch their old videos, but I think it’s amazing that the new Wiggle is a female because it means little girls have one more role model to look up to.
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If there was a live action magic school bus she would be a good Ms. Frizzle
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Usually I hate when they remake children's shows but with the wiggles I can't really tell whether I like the new show or the old one better. They did a great job with the new one and it feels like the old one in some ways but also brings fresh stuff to the table
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I was so glad when they added a girl wiggle because when I used to watch the show I had no real connect to anyone in the show. And I see no real reason for anyone to be truly upset by it because it was clearly needed.
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I’m so confused why ppl are complaining about there being a female wiggle lmao?? You aren’t the target audience. The kids are and obviously the kids absolutely love her. That’s all there is to it
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Idk why people are even upset that the wiggles are changing. The fans of the original wiggles are all 10+ now, that’s NOT our show anymore. I’m glad my nieces and nephews can enjoy the show with new people and have a positive female character to grow up adoring.
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I just watched Emma’s 24hours in her life as a Wiggle in Allure and loved it! Then this popped up 💙
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Emma and Lachey’s story is so sad. She is a beautiful soul and doesn’t deserve all that pain and discomfort. And Lachey is obviously deeply in love with her and so so sad to have lost her. I hope they both find true happiness.
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Everyone is like “she’s not a real wiggle” but I grew up with the wiggles and I like her. I think she’s perfect for the part! She seems fun, passionate and kids obviously like her! That’s what makes a wiggle!
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I don't understand why so many people are being so protective of "the original yellow wiggle". This documentary isn't about him, it's about who Emma is as the Yellow Wiggle. She has clearly done an outstanding job. She's dedicated, talented, strong, gentle. She's an excellent role model for all the little girls and boys who will watch her as they grow up. I'm glad I watched this, she's such a graceful woman!
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The fact that Anthony constantly checks in on her, making sure shes's okay and taking care of herself is the sweetest thing ever. It really warmed my heart. ♥
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Me going "I SHIP IT" and then almost crying when they said they split
