Pete Wicks, known for his role on TOWIE and now a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, has reportedly ended a romantic connection with his professional dance partner to pursue a potential relationship with a star from I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Sources close to Wicks, 35, revealed that he decided to end the liaison as he became increasingly captivated by the jungle contestant. An insider shared, “Pete felt it was only fair to step back from one situation to focus on what he believes could be something special.”
Wicks, who has a history of high-profile relationships, is reportedly determined to win over the I’m a Celebrity star, fueling speculation among fans about the identity of the jungle contestant who has captured his interest.
Sources close to Mr. Pete Wicks, 36, have disclosed that he has expressed being utterly captivated by the I’m a Celebrity star, 34, with whom he has reportedly been involved in a casual relationship for the past five months.
“Pete is telling friends he’s completely smitten,” an insider revealed. His decision to distance himself from his Strictly Come Dancing partner is said to reflect his desire to prioritize and deepen this burgeoning connection. Fans are now eagerly speculating about the identity of the jungle star who has won his affection.
When Mr. Wicks began his participation in Strictly Come Dancing and met Ms. Przystal, Ms. Higgins reportedly abandoned any expectations of their relationship progressing further.
In an interview conducted shortly before her entry into I’m A Celebrity ten days ago, Ms. Higgins left Mr. Wicks heartbroken by publicly stating that she was single. Sources suggest this declaration took Mr. Wicks by surprise, as he had harbored hopes of a more committed relationship with her.
“But Maura, aware of Pete’s reputation and his growing closeness with Jowita, chose to slow the relationship down,” a source disclosed.
“She gave him an ultimatum: either commit fully to her or let it go entirely. As a result, Maura went into the jungle as a single woman.
“Since then, Pete has fully embraced his feelings for Maura, openly sharing them with anyone willing to listen. While he continues to dance weekly with Jowita, their off-the-floor relationship is no longer as close as it once was.”
Last night, during Strictly Come Dancing’s musicals week, Mr. Wicks and Ms. Przystal performed a waltz to Somewhere from West Side Story. The pair received a score of 26 out of 40 for their performance.
