Giovana Gelhoren
Updated on: October 11, 2024 10:45 am GMT
Faye Winter, a star from the reality television series Love Island, recently addressed swirling romance rumors with Pete Wicks, a familiar face from The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE) and the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing 2024. The speculation ignited after the pair was spotted together at Vicky Pattison’s wedding last month, where they posed for photographs that appeared to show the two getting cozy. Now, Faye is setting the record straight regarding their friendship.
Faye Winter Clarifies Friendship with Pete Wicks
Faye Winter spoke exclusively to media outlet Closer while attending the National Reality TV Awards. During her interview, she emphasized that her relationship with Pete Wicks is purely platonic. “I have to say this all the time,” she said. “He’s one of my closest friends in the industry. He loves dogs, I love dogs, we’ve got so much in common.”
Faye expressed her admiration for Pete, calling him “really funny” and a “great person.” When asked if there was any potential for a romantic relationship, she firmly replied, “Oh my God, yes. Oh my God, that would be weird [if we dated].”
Broader Context of Romance Rumors
Faye is not the only person linked to Pete Wicks recently. There have also been reports connecting him to Maura Higgins, a former contestant of Love Island who is now the host of Love Island USA: Aftersun. Pete and Maura were seen together, which led to further speculation regarding their relationship. However, Maura has dismissed these rumors, sharing a light-hearted image of herself with Pete’s best friend Sam Thompson, with a humorous caption that included “we can’t be friends.”
Faye’s Reflections on Her Love Life
When discussing her own romantic prospects, Faye Winter shared insights into her dating life since her breakup with Teddy Soares, who she met on Love Island in 2021. The couple ended their relationship after 18 months, a split characterized by significant tension and unconfirmed allegations regarding Teddy’s behavior. Faye, who has been focusing on herself, commented, “My love life, I’m loving my love life, it’s not really a love life, it’s more of a lust life.”
Highlighting her current emotional state, she revealed that she is not rushing into a new relationship but is enjoying dating without pressure. Faye stated, “I took some time for myself and I’m pushing myself out of my comfort zone.” She emphasized the importance of self-discovery and has encouraged others to explore their personal happiness without the immediate concern of finding a partner.
Looking Ahead
As Faye Winter continues to navigate her friendships and personal life in the public eye, she remains committed to embracing where she is at in her journey. With the new season of Strictly Come Dancing featuring Pete Wicks on the horizon, fans will also be watching how both of their public personas evolve in the entertainment scene.
Faye concluded by affirming her support for Wicks in his endeavors, particularly noting his participation in Strictly Come Dancing. “I’m so proud of him; he’ll smash it, just by being himself,” she remarked, reflecting her fondness for her friend.
Real-life romances always grab the attention of fans, and Faye Winter’s honest comments about her friendship with Pete Wicks show that relationships among reality TV stars can be complicated.
