Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks Share Passionate Kiss in London Bar
Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks have taken their long-standing friendship to a romantic level, with the pair seen locking lips at a popular London bar over the weekend. This development comes after Attwood's recent split from her husband, footballer Bradley Dack, in January, ending their three-year marriage.
From Friends to Lovers: A New Chapter Begins
The former Love Island star, 34, and her Towie bestie, 37, were photographed sharing a passionate kiss at the Flute Bar in Soho, London, on Friday night. According to sources, their romance began in February, shortly after Attwood's separation from Dack, with no overlap in relationships. The couple arrived at the bar around 8:30 PM, enjoying drinks with friends until midnight, and shared their first public kiss at approximately 10 PM, cheered on by their supportive group.
An insider revealed, "Their passionate romance only started in the last few weeks, since she has split from Bradley, there was no overlap. Olivia's close friends know about this new development and are pleased Pete has put a smile back on her face. He has been a shoulder to cry on and there for Olivia during this really tough time." The source added that Attwood has been deeply affected by the breakup, with Wicks providing crucial emotional support.
History of Friendship and Denials
Attwood and Wicks first met on Towie in 2017 and have since collaborated on various TV shows, podcasts, and radio programs, building a strong professional and personal bond. Last year, they sparked cheating rumors during a yacht holiday in Ibiza, where they were seen cuddling, but both denied any romantic involvement at the time. A source close to Wicks previously stated, "Pete is sick of being unable to have close friends without it being misconstrued. He always has this problem of people thinking the worst."
Despite these denials, the recent kiss confirms a shift in their relationship. Attwood, who recently moved into a new London apartment alone, has been open about her emotional struggles, admitting to crying herself to sleep but expressing a desire for her ex-husband to find happiness.
Background on Attwood's Past Relationships
Olivia Attwood's romantic history includes a previous relationship with Bradley Dack, whom she first met in 2015 through mutual friends. After an on-and-off courtship, they rekindled their romance post her Love Island stint, where she finished third with Chris Hughes. The couple married in June 2023 in a lavish ceremony at London's Bulgari Hotel, featuring a £30,000 designer dress and 10,000 roses. However, the marriage ended in January after reports of Dack breaching her trust.
As Attwood navigates this new chapter with Pete Wicks, representatives for both celebrities have been contacted for comment, but no official statements have been released yet. The pair's evolving dynamic continues to captivate fans and media alike, marking a significant turn in their longstanding friendship.
