Pete Wicks ‘finds love with another Love Island star’ after Maura Higgins split

Pete Wicks, a former The Only Way Is Essex star, and Maura Higgins, his girlfriend, have been linked to another Love Island star just weeks after their six-month fling.

Former The Only Way Is Essex star Pete Wicks has been linked to another Love Island star(Image: Getty Images for the NTA’s)

Pete Wicks is said to have found love with another Love Island star. The 37-year-old The Only Way Is Essex star is well known for his romantic antics.

He most recently had a relationship with Love Island star Maura Higgins, who he reportedly dated from August, 2024 until their abrupt breakup in February, 2018. When Curtis Pritchard and her partner, Curtis Pritchard, fell in love with each other during season five of Love Island, they broke up months after the show stopped filming.

Pete, one of the cast members of ITV’s TOWIE, filmed his love life, which led to headlines and drama for seven years in front of reality TV cameras from 2015 to 2022. He was supported by Maura along the way and won over new fans when he competed on Strictly Come Dancing last year.

It appears that Pete has rekindled his romantic interest in Samantha Kenny following their breakup earlier this year. The 27-year-old was a contestant on the reality dating show’s season 11 in the summer of 2024, but she left the island after only two weeks.

According to a source, Pete and Samantha have gone on a few dates and have really hit it off. The Sun claims the pair have been on a number of dates. She is absolutely gorgeous and has a wicked sense of humor.

Former The Only Way Is Essex star Pete Wicks has been linked to another Love Island star
The reality star is said to be dating Samantha Kenny(Image: ITV)
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The pair were previously spotted hugging outside Mayfair’s Amazonico club at the end of last month. The Mirror has contacted representatives of both for comment.

And Sammy appears to have a type on paper, just like Pete does, who may have a liking for women who have appeared on Love Island. The 34-year-old online content creator fell for Joey Essex while she was a student at the villa.

Joey himself appeared on TOWIE from 2011 until 2013 and was a surprising guest on Love Island last summer. However, Samatha was not the only one to have an upswing as he also enjoyed dates with Jess White, Jessy Potts, and Grace Jackson.

Former The Only Way Is Essex star Pete Wicks has been linked to another Love Island star
Pete previously dated Love Island’s Maura Higgins(Image: Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Maura’s scandal last month resulted in her being caught kissing married musician Danny Jones while they were both attending the 2025 BRIT Awards. The incident that resulted in the most media coverage of McFly star Danny’s marriage was a marriage risk.

Star Girl singer Danny issued a statement days after the scandal broke. He wrote in a statement on Instagram Stories: “Hello everyone. Sorry it’s taken me a while to post this but I’ve taken some time out to be with those closest to me.

My wife deserves a sincere apology for putting them in this predicament. We’ll continue to deal with this in private because I adore them so much.

“I love you guys, and I appreciate your understanding, patience, and support. Danny, I’ll see you soon. His wife, Georgia Horsley, broke into hiding earlier this month and was spotted looking upbeat more than a year later.

The mother-of-one, who was caught at a Marks and Spencer event, posted a photo of herself smiling beside a London rooftop pool, saying, “I’m really looking forward to seeing some gorgeous people.”

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Joe Swash admits ‘we argue’ as he opens up about marriage to Stacey Solomon

Joe Swash, a member of Loose Women, and Stacey Solomon, a Loose Women panelist, have been dating since the mid-’80s, but they both acknowledge having enjoyed both their ups and downs.

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have opened up about their near decade long relationship(Image: apolloniallewellyn/Instagram )

Joe Swash has admitted he has made “mistakes” over the course of his nine year romance with Stacey Solomon. The 43-year-old EastEnders star has been in a relationship with 35-year-old Loose Women star Stacey since 2016.

Rex, Rose, and Belle, the couple’s youngest daughter, were born in the couple’s union in 2022. Together, the couple raise Zachary and Leighton, Stacey’s older sons Zachary and Harry from two of her previous romances, as well as Joe’s son Harry from a previous relationship.

When Joe and Stacey were spotted fighting in the street last year, their fans were alarmed. Through a brand-new reality show, the couple has now revealed the positive and negative aspects of their romance.

For their Stacey &amp, Joe show, the couple welcomed cameras into their Pickle Cottage home. The couple insisted in an interview with The Sunday Times that the series wasn’t intended to portray a fake, glamorized marriage.

Joe said, “We haven’t got all the answers,” he said before opening up to the weekend paper. Our children behave similarly to everyone else’s when they tantrum. We argue, but in the end, it’s usually for the right reasons because we’re trying to figure out what’s best for our family and the kids.

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have opened up about their near decade long relationship
Stacey and Joe have welcomed cameras into their lives for a reality TV show(Image: Stacey Solomon/Instagram)
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He then admitted, “We aren’t trying to portray a glamorous lifestyle,” going into more detail about the show. We all make mistakes, and raising a family today is not easy. But you learn from it, accept your error, and move on.

Joe praised his wife and declared, “The house would crumble without her.” He then stated, “I am aware that it can’t be simple to be with me.” I spent years living alone, only doing dishes when I ran out of plates, and eat takeaways. I, the kids, and the entire thing have been organized by Stacey.

Joe’s comments come a few months after Stacey and he rowed in the streets. According to reports, Stacey was reduced to tears following the argument in November of last year.

The couple will talk about the incident in upcoming scenes from the new series, which is scheduled to air on Tuesday, according to The Sun. It is suggested that the two got into a fight after a tense therapy session brought on feelings.

After Joe was diagnosed with ADHD, Stacey claims that she and Joe had already scheduled a therapy session at the Henry Centre in Westcliff, Essex. When Joe reportedly says, “All I am doing is trying to dedicate myself to my family and do everything I can, every minute of the day,” they speak to Natalie Corbett, a counselor.

Then, to sit here and hear that Stacey’s perfect life is about having a huge problem, all I hear is that.

Stacey allegedly responded, “This is our biggest issue in our entire relationship,” and she allegedly responded, “I think.” Without you acting so harshly, I can’t say anything; it’s an attack on you as a whole. After the row, the couple is shown discussing their thoughts during the car.

Joe admitted he “hated every second” during the discussion that made it seem like he wasn’t a fan of the session. Stacey suggests giving it another try because she believes they could be “so happy “together.” She then declares that Joe’s ADHD doesn’t contribute to their relationship, so the couple decide to continue with the sessions and toast a “lifetime of counseling.”

Stacey & Joe airs on BBC One on Tuesday’s at 8pm.

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Gene Hackman’s final autopsy reveals official cause of death

Two months after Gene Hackman’s death, his official cause of death has been revealed. Gene passed away on February 26 at age 95 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his 65-year-old wife Betsy Arakawa.

The alarm was set to go off the property on that day when a caretaker noticed a woman lying on the floor as he looked through a window into the property. Bettsy’s death was determined to have occurred one week before her husband, who may not have been aware of her death as a result of his progressing Alzheimer’s disease.

According to official records, “Autopsy revealed severe atherosclerotic and hypertensive cardiovascular disease, including the removal of previous aortic valve replacements, coronary artery stents, a bypass graft, and a previous aortic valve replacement.”

The left ventricular free wall and the septum, which were both significant sizes, were present, according to the statement. Microscopic findings from Alzheimer’s disease’s advanced stage were revealed by brain imaging.

Gene Hackman’s death was not linked to his wife Betsy Arakawa, according to a full autopsy.

According to Fox News, Gene had acetone levels of 5.3 mg/dL and a “history of congestive heart failure” and a “bi-ventricular pacemaker” installed in April 2019. The medical examiner also noted that he had acetone levels of 5.3 mg/dL, with normal levels only rising to 0.3 mg/dL.

The toxicology report concluded that Gene’s levels may have suggested a prolonged fasting as well as a result of diabetic- and fasting-induced ketoacidosis as well as a metabolite.

After the actor’s family had a clear understanding that a gas leak was likely to blame for his and Betsy’s deaths, examinations also revealed that carbon monoxide levels were in normal range. The examiner confirmed Gene didn’t pass away from the same illness that caused his wife, the hantavirus, despite ruling out carbon monoxide poisoning.

Prior research had established that Betsy had died from the rare condition hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, which was spread through rodent urine and droppings.

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa
A chemical in Gene’s body that suggests a protracted fast was discovered days before Betsy, and toxicology discovered him.

It’s believed that Gene and Betsy co-authored a book about how the house was built in Santa Fe that they jointly designed, which tragically led to Betsy’s premature death. The New Mexico Department of Public Health thoroughly examined the property and discovered it in a horrifying condition a week after Gene and Betsy’s bodies were discovered.

The mansion that once appeared in Architectural Digest was being renamed a “mess,” according to one insider who spoke to the house. Rodents and mess had taken hold of the property.

They claimed that the house’s interior was “shocking.” There was dog poop on the floor, despite the fact that they didn’t have a housekeeper or maid. It also had beautiful things like furniture and paintings. The house’s interior was unreliable. Nothing had been cleaned of. Nothing was in the refrigerator.

However, discoveries made in the house continue to represent a dedicated, loving couple through their final days together despite their tragic circumstances. The couple had been texting each other in touching handwriting in the mansion, and they had been dating there. In 1991, Gene and Betsy wed, and the actor poignantly addressed his wife with “Love, G.”

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Black Eyed Pears star ‘heartbroken’ over Lapu-Lapu tragedy moments after performance

Moments after he finished performing, a Black Eyed Peas star commented on the tragic Lapu-Lapu Festival incident. A car struck a crowd, killing 11 people, and injuring about 20 others.

Since then, the vehicle’s driver has been detained by the local police. On Saturday night, close to East 41st Avenue and Fraser Street, the tragic incident occurred at the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver, Canada. Emergency services were called to the scene moments after the incident.

The vehicle reportedly struck people who were in the street at 8.14pm, according to police. At the beginning of the festival, bystanders apprehended the man driving the car. According to interim Vancouver Police Chief Steve Rai, the subject was a “lone male” who was “known to police in some circumstances.”

At the Lapu-Lapu Festival in Vancouver, Canada (AP), a car struck a crowd, killing 11 people.

The bodies are portrayed on video on a South Vancouver street lined with food trucks with a narrow path along which the dead and injured are seen. The passenger’s SUV’s front was smashed into.

Apl now. de. App who had just begun a performance at the event has publicly expressed her opinion on social media. The musician stated in a statement that “we have broken hearts for the victims, their families, and everyone who has been affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival.”

Apl . de. Prior to the incident occurring, Ap was performing.
Apl . de. Prior to the incident occurring, Ap was performing.

J-Rey and I had just finished performing, leaving the stage moments before. The shock and the feeling of heaviness are difficult to describe. Thank you to everyone who has expressed their love.

“Keep your prayers with the victims, their families, and the organizers,” please. Right now, they require the most love and strength. The audience’s response to the messages being exchanged has a unique impact on how they feel about one another. We adore each of you.

J-Rey also expressed his grief. He continued, “We came to Vancouver to celebrate and be with our community. We were devastated beyond words to learn about the tragedy that occurred. Still shocked, though. To everyone and all the families who have been affected, my thoughts and prayers are with them. To all of the Filipinos in the province of BC, I extend my love and my condolences.

The incident is not being treated as a terrorist attack
The incident, which was captured by Getty Images, is not being categorized as a terrorist attack.

Since then, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated that an investigation is being conducted to “determine how and why this horrifying attack occurred.” Authorities confirmed one person was in custody, adding, “It is believed they acted alone.” 30-year-old man is being detained. According to Carney, the authorities don’t think there is a real threat to Canadians.

The police department posted early on Sunday, saying, “At this time, we are certain that this incident was not a terrorist act.” A yearly Filipino cultural event is held in Vancouver’s Sunset on Fraser neighborhood called Lapu Lapu Day Block Party. Food, music, and cultural performances were part of this year’s festivities.

Following the incident, Canada’s monarchs, King Charles and Queen Camilla, have also expressed their sorrow. The King stated in a statement from Buckingham Palace that “Both my wife and I were deeply saddened by the terrible attack and tragic loss of life in Vancouver, which occurred as Filipinos united to celebrate one of their most special holidays.

We send our deepest sympathies to all those whose lives have been ruined by such a terrible tragedy in Canada at a time when so many lives have been so devastated.

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Harry Potter’s Rupert Grint and Georgia Groome welcome ‘secret’ child

Rupert Grint just confirmed that his partner, Georgia Groome, and he are expecting their second child. Before announcing their most recent family member, The Harry Potter jokingly claimed that they had kept the happy news a “secret.”

On Instagram, actor Rupert shared a photo of a baby wearing a onesie with the name “Goldie” layered with a grey cardigan, along with the announcement of their sweet baby girl.

He captioned the image, “Introducing Goldie G. Grint: A Secret Child Slightly Revealed.” A 10/10 baby (so far). @alex a shout out. Thanks to always providing. Dr. Alex Digesu, a certified childbirthist, appears to be in charge of Goldie’s healthy birth.

Georgia, a perfect snogging star, and Rupert and Angus, Thongs, started dating in 2011, but many people were unaware until a photo of them went viral on X, a previous version of Twitter.

One person wrote, “I was today years old when I discovered that Ron Weasley, along with Georgia from Angus, thongs, and perfect snogging, has been going out with me since 2011”? “?

Rupert shared the sweet photo on Instagram at (instagram.com/rupertgrint).

Rupert told Glamour about his friendship with Georgia, saying, “We’re just best friends. It’s very natural.”

We think the same thing and are essentially the same person. That has always kept it going, which is why it has endured. Although it’s difficult to say what it’s exactly, it works and is fantastic.

When the pair were spotted wearing what appeared to be matching wedding rings in 2019, marriage rumors started to spread, but a company representative insisted they hadn’t secretly tied the knot.

The couple gave birth to Wednesday Grint, their first child, in May 2020, and Rupert joined Instagram to post a sweet picture of their first child as his first ever post.

Rupert Grint and Georgia Groome
Georgia and Rupert have been married since 2011 and have welcomed their first child on Wednesday in 2020.

Rupert, who has a wealth of experience as a father, previously discussed the difficulties of his terrifying “first night at home with little Wednesday,” admitting he couldn’t sleep because he was constantly checking to see if she was breathing.

The actor revealed that he had a little less of a “dark attitude” by the time he appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show with some family stories.

He explained that “she spends a lot of time in my dressing room when I’m kind of doing my lines for [Servant], and that my character frequently uses the f-word.

She simply repeats it whenever she’s excited. She was just wandering around and dropping toys while we were there today.

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JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes break cover together after she dumps partner

Just days after leaving Celebrity Big Brother, JoJo Siwa and Love Island star Chris Hughes were spotted reuniting. Fans quickly posed questions about their relationship after the pair quickly established a friendship in the house.

A fan recently captured a photo of JoJo, 21, and Chris, 32, at a tennis club together in a photo posted on X, formerly Twitter. JoJo had her hair braided and wore a casual tee while Chris had a tennis bag slung over his shoulder and showed off his biceps in a black vest. The pair made their way through the fancy club’s restaurant area while enjoying the sunny day out.

The person behind the camera wrote, “JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes were at my club earlier, lol,” and one follower responded, “Girl were you making out or anything else you gotta tell us.”

Another commenter yelled, “How can she smile?” She doesn’t care if someone flew across the world to help her, doesn’t she? She appears to be very happy, according to another person, and if they are happy together, I’m happy for them.

Chris Hughes and JoJo Siwa were seen smiling as they passed through an outdoor restaurant (ITV) on a sunny day at the tennis club.

After JoJo and ex-partner Kath Ebbs split at the Celebrity Big Brother after party just before the show ended, the pair reunited and are now dating again.

After finishing third place on the ITV show, Kath, 27, traveled to London to join JoJo, and she chose to meet her later that day rather than arrive there to meet her. The Aussie podcaster claimed that JoJo ended things while Kath wanted to talk through what she saw on screen.

After the event, the TV presenter posted a lengthy video to Instagram explaining in part that the story “went right through” and that he had to travel to the live show to support my partner during their time there, as all relationships do.

I went to the after party with my now ex, which is crazy, and I was dumped there before I could return to the hotel.

Jojo Siwa, Kath Ebbs
Chris and JoJo were last seen together at the CBB afterparty, where JoJo dumped her ex-partner Kath Ebbs.

JoJo’s fans in the video’s comment section accused her of falling for Chris romantically, and Kath later expressed their disapproval by making numerous comments accusing the pop singer of being unfaithful. One such comment read, “Summary they broke up and what was happening with JoJo and Chris.

Also liked the comments that read, “Basically, we just got duped by JoJo once more,” Kath said. I can’t even begin to comprehend that.

JoJo and Chris haven’t been seen together since the drama, but JoJo did on Saturday when she walked into the restaurant and spoke to Chris in the speaker. Strangely, Kath is said to be staying at the same hotel without any notice after the sudden breakup.

In spite of the conflict, JoJo appears to have no intention of returning to Los Angeles. She was questioned after leaving CBB, “I know you just left the Big Brother house, do you want anything?” The star retorted, “Yes, I just want to stay in the UK.”

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