During an interview with Lorraine Kelly, Strictly Come Dancing’s Pete Wicks made sure to diffuse any conversation about his love life. While discussing his new television project, For Dogs’ Sake, on Wednesday (8 January) on Lorraine’s self-titled ITV show, Pete shied away from personal questions despite Lorraine’s playful probing.
When asked whether his bustling TV career left any room for romance, Pete responded with a chuckle: “I wondered how long that was going to take.” But, Lorraine persisted: “You can tell me! You can tell me!”
However, Pete responded: “Really nice try. But you know what I’ve left the talking about the romance thing in the past. Really nice try though, really appreciate that.” Lorraine didn’t give up though, quipping: “You can tell me after.”
Lorraine tried to quiz Pete over his love life
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Pete, 37, who found fame on The Only Way Is Essex, has been surrounded by speculation of him being romantically involved with Love Island star Maura Higgins, 34. Although the couple hasn’t made an official statement confirming their relationship status, they were rumoured to have shared a kiss at the Pride of Britain Awards afterparty in November last year, reports the Mirror.
Maura, who graced screens in last years edition of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!, hasn’t been as reserved as Pete when it comes to their connection. She divulged that she and Pete have been friends for years, having met five years prior to Pete asking her on a date.
Additionally, while in the jungle, she spoke about the dates they’d been enjoying together. In a conversation with Oti Mabuse, Maura shared that she brought her friends along for what she termed a “friendship date” with Pete. However, a more intimate second date ensued, involving just the two of them.
Pete is rumoured to be dating Maura Higgins
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Upon leaving the I’m A Celeb jungle, Maura mentioned Pete in several interviews, even confessing that she missed him. During an appearance on ITV’s This Morning, host Alison Hammond probed Maura about the budding romance, leading her to reveal more.
The Love Island alum admitted: “Do you know what, you forget about the cameras, I do like to keep things private. I said I miss him, I do miss him. Like I miss all my friends and family.”
She further expressed how “so proud” she was of Pete’s performance on Strictly Come Dancing, and that he was also proud of her.
Lorraine airs on weekdays on ITV1 from 9am.