Pete Wicks photographed kissing mystery blonde days before confirming romance with Jowita Przystał onstage at London O2

Pete Wicks was spotted kissing a mystery blonde during a London dinner date just days before confirming his romance with Jowita Przystał onstage at the O2 Arena.

The former TOWIE star hosted a live version of his Staying Relevant podcast with best friend Sam Thompson at the O2 on Friday when Przystał joined him onstage to perform what appeared to be their Showdance, a moment fans read as an official declaration of a romance. The event followed a separate dinner earlier in the week at The Maine Mayfair, where Wicks was photographed sharing intimate moments with a blonde companion, according to The Sun.

A source told The Sun that Wicks and his date arrived around 8:30 p.m. and that the pair appeared very intimate, even stepping away for about 15 minutes while the rest of the restaurant carried on around them. The band played as they kissed, leaving some diners amused by the display. Separate sources then confirmed to Daily Mail that Wicks is now officially dating Przystał, with insiders noting they had grown close while performing together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2024 and have since deepened their relationship.

Friends say the couple’s onstage chemistry during their routine has been unmistakable, and a gushing birthday tribute Wicks posted to Przystał last month provided further fuel to fans who wondered whether he was hard launching their romance. The post included a photo from a dance studio along with other candid snaps and the caption about being blessed to have her in his life.

Wicks and Love Island alum Maura Higgins were linked last year, but insiders say the couple have since moved on. A representative for Daily Mail did not immediately respond to a request for comment.