Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystal have officially revealed their relationship, much to the joy of their fans, with a public display of affection.
The duo, aged 36 and 31 respectively, showcased a dance routine they had prepared for the grand finale of “Strictly Come Dancing” at London’s O2 Arena. Despite missing out on the show’s final, they performed the routine during a special live event for Pete and his friend Sam Thompson’s Staying Relevant podcast.
Their performance featured a passionate dance to the song “Way Down We Go” by KALEO, starting with Jowita elegantly suspended in the air with silks before gracefully descending into Pete’s embrace. The duo executed the sultry routine flawlessly, punctuated by three affectionate kisses that elicited cheers from the audience.
Videos capturing this moment have circulated on TikTok, sparking discussions among fans who dubbed it as a significant debut of Pete and Jowita’s blossoming romance in the comments section of the podcast’s recent social media post.
The Instagram post by the Staying Relevant podcast depicted Sam and Pete standing on the O2 stage, warmly embracing and waving to the enthusiastic crowd. The caption overlaying the clip read: “From two strangers to best friends headlining the O2.”
While admirers extended their congratulations in the comments, many were curious about Pete and Jowita’s newfound relationship status. One follower inquired, “Was that like a hard launch?”
Responding to the speculation, another commenter remarked, “Hard launch for Pete and Jowita,” while a third expressed, “You & Jowita” accompanied by a heart-eyed emoji.
Former “The Only Way Is Essex” star Pete and Jowita initially crossed paths when they were dance partners on the previous season of Strictly Come Dancing, during which Pete was romantically involved with Maura Higgins. However, reports suggest that their relationship took a romantic turn only recently, following Pete’s separation from Maura.
An insider disclosed to the Daily Mail, “Pete and Jowita are now a couple, having been dating for a few weeks. They maintained professionalism on Strictly without any overlap with Maura. However, their bond grew stronger after Pete became single, leading to the development of a deeper connection.”
Speculation about their romance gained momentum when Pete posted a heartfelt tribute to Jowita on her birthday in August, featuring nostalgic photos from their time on Strictly and intimate selfies. In his caption, he expressed gratitude for having Jowita in his life, referring to her as his “pocket rocket” with a black heart emoji.
Fans eagerly shared their thoughts in the comments, with one asserting, “This is definitely the person he loves,” while another mused, “So, I guess it’s her he’s in love with as he mentioned on the ‘Staying Relevant’ podcast.” A third supporter added, “I would love it if Pete and Jowita were together; they complement each other so well.”
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