Maura Higgins confirms relationship with Pete Wicks on reality show

In the UK, Maura Higgins and Pete Wicks have reportedly confirmed their romantic relationship following their participation in two high-profile reality shows. Maura, recently returned from participating in 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!', met up with Pete in London shortly after he was eliminated from 'Strictly Come Dancing'. This significant reunion occurred just hours after Maura arrived back at Heathrow Airport after a month-long stay in Australia. While their relationship has been under speculation for months, Maura has disclosed that she and Pete have known each other for five years, and their bond turned romantic only recently. During her time on 'I'm A Celebrity', Maura discussed the nature of her relationship with Pete, admitting to her campmates that she was seeing someone special, though she was not certain if it was exclusive. The romance rumors escalated further when the pair were spotted at the Pride of Britain Awards in October, where they were seen kissing. Their connection sparked interest in the media and among fans, leading to much speculation about their relationship status. Maura has consistently mentioned missing Pete during her time in the jungle and has expressed her pride in him for his efforts on 'Strictly'. Pete Wicks has also been the center of rumors regarding his dance partner on 'Strictly Come Dancing', Jowita Przystał. While he praised Jowita's support throughout their time on the show, he maintained that they were just friends. Pressure arose when fans speculated over the closeness of their partnership, especially as both Pete and Maura were publicly involved with each other at the time. Ultimately, Wicks appears to have distanced himself from romance rumors with Jowita to focus on rekindling his relationship with Maura. As of now, both reality stars have been open about their feelings for each other, with Maura hinting at the possibility of marriage in a recent interview, showcasing the seriousness of their connection despite initial casual relations. Fans have reacted positively to their reunion, reaffirming their support for this newfound love. The public nature of Pete and Maura's relationship seems likely to continue as interest grows around their dynamic, particularly following their appearances on reality TV.