Olivia Attwood's Secret Romance with Pete Wicks Exposed After Split from Husband
As recently-single television presenter Olivia Attwood and her close friend Pete Wicks were photographed sharing an intimate kiss at a rooftop bar in London, explosive allegations have emerged suggesting the star is deliberately misleading her loyal fanbase about the true nature of their relationship. The 34-year-old former Love Island contestant, who announced her separation from footballer husband Bradley Dack in January, was seen cosying up to the former TOWIE star at Flute Bar in Soho last Friday night, sparking intense speculation across the showbiz world.
Contradictory Narratives and Media Scrutiny
According to a detailed report in The Daily Mail, Olivia met with journalists just over twenty-four hours before the kissing pictures surfaced, yet she conspicuously failed to disclose any romantic involvement with Pete Wicks. When directly questioned about whether the 37-year-old radio co-host was her boyfriend, Attwood reportedly responded coyly, stating "he'd like to be" before adding, "I'm just not sure though. We are really good friends, he's like the male version of me which is why our banter works so well on the radio show." This carefully crafted statement has now been called into question by multiple sources.
The publication has cast serious doubt on the official narrative that Olivia and Pete are a brand-new couple, with the presenter still deliberating about entering a relationship. The Mail maintains that "Olivia has pulled the wool over the eyes of too many people - most of all her fans", suggesting a calculated effort to protect her rising television career and maintain her 'golden girl' public image. During the same interview, Olivia expressed concerns about Pete's well-documented history with women, having previously dated personalities like Maura Higgins, whom Attwood once accused of copying her career trajectory.
History of Speculation and Growing Intimacy
Rumours regarding a potential romance between Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks have circulated for months, intensifying after they were photographed getting cosy on a yacht during a work trip to Ibiza last summer. Bradley Dack was reportedly annoyed by these images at the time. The pair were also observed in deep, private conversation at February's BRIT Awards in Manchester, further fueling gossip columns. Since Olivia's painful split from her husband, moving out of their shared home into her own apartment, Pete has been a constant source of emotional support.
A source speaking to The Sun revealed that when Olivia and Pete kissed at the London bar, they were actually cheered on by a group of friends watching nearby. The insider claimed the romance began only a few weeks prior, with "no overlaps" with her previous marriage, and that Pete had "put a mile back on Olivia's face" during this heartbreaking period. Meanwhile, Closer magazine reports that those close to the couple say Olivia has "always been drawn to Pete and carried a torch for him", with one adding, "If she wasn't with him herself, she didn't want anyone else to have him."
Public Persona Versus Private Reality
The unfolding situation highlights the tension between Olivia Attwood's carefully managed public persona and her private romantic life. As her television star continues to ascend, maintaining a wholesome image appears paramount, yet her actions suggest a more complex reality. Friends now describe the presenter as "totally smitten" with Pete Wicks, noting "Olivia has fallen big time" and "she's always liked him – everyone can see the connection." This stands in stark contrast to her hesitant public comments about their relationship status.
With multiple media outlets presenting conflicting accounts and insider sources offering tantalising details, the true timeline and nature of Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks' relationship remains shrouded in mystery. What is clear is that the kiss captured in London has ignited a firestorm of speculation, challenging the narrative Olivia has presented to the public and raising questions about authenticity in the world of celebrity journalism.
