I'm A Celeb's Maura Higgins discusses Pete Wicks romance
Rumours have been rife for months
Before entering the I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! jungle as a late arrival, rumours were rife that Love Island star Maura Higgins was dating current Strictly Come Dancing contestant Pete Wicks, with the pair being spotted kissing.
However, despite Pete showing his support for Maura on social media since she's been in the jungle, the pair are yet to publicly speak of their apparent romance, until Maura was quizzed by her camp mates during Sunday night's (1st December) episode.
When asked if she is single by Oti Mabuse, Maura said: "I am but I was seeing someone before I came in but I'm not in a relationship."
Reverend Richard Coles expanded further on the question, adding: "Was it exclusive? Or if I've put you on the spot, sorry!"
Following a long pause, Maura quipped: "I dunno", before admitting she has missed him during her time in Australia.
Although Maura didn't mention Pete by name, she did admit the person in question is known, with Dean later mentioning TOWIE in the Bush Telegraph.
After admitting she's never been in love before, Dean asked the Love Island star if it feels different this time, to which she gushed: "It does, but then is it because we've known each other for a long time?"
When Richard said: "You'd know if he was an a---hole or not, by now", Maura added: "Yeah, he's not an a---hole."
After seeing Maura's comments, fans of the show were quick to comment, with many thinking the pair make a great match.
One said: 'I’m all for Maura & Pete. I can see how their energy works with each other ❤️', with another writing: 'Her & Pete suit. I’d like it to work for both of them ❤️'.
Somebody else commented: 'Pete is the missing piece to Maura's heart ♥ The One'. (sic)
It seems like the feeling is mutual from Pete, who despite being busy on Strictly Come Dancing, has found the time to show his support for Maura on social media. Taking to his Instagram Story, Pete shared a number of photos of Maura from the show, writing: 'I've been George of the Jungle but now it's time to vote for Maura of the Jungle!' (sic)
With just one week to go until the final of I'm A Celeb, we will have to wait and see how this one plays out when Maura arrives back in the UK.
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Now check out all of the past I'm A Celeb winners below:
1. Tony Blackburn
Tony Blackburn was the first celebrity to win the show back in 2002.
2. Phil Tufnell
England cricketer Phil Tufnell won the show with his hilarious personality in 2003.
3. Kerry Katona
Kerry Katona was the first woman to win the show in 2004.
4. Joe Pasquale
Joe Pasquale won the show when it returned later in the year of 2004.
5. Carol Thatcher
Journalist Carol Thatcher won the show in 2005 when she beat soap stars Sheree Murphy and Sid Owen.
6. Matt Willis
Busted member Matt Willis was a popular winner in 2006.
7. Christopher Biggins
Lovable Biggins shared the jungle with the likes of Katie Hopkins and Janice Dickinson and went on to win the show in 2007.
8. Joe Swash
Cheeky chap Joe Swash swapped EastEnders for the jungle and won the show in 2008.
9. Gino D'Acampo
The nation fell in love with Gino in 2009.
10. Stacey Solomon
After showing off her bubbly personality on The X Factor, Stacey Solomon entered the jungle and won the show in 2010.
11. Dougie Poynter
McFly guitarist Dougie Poynter was crowned King of the Jungle ahead of TOWIE's Mark Wright in 2011.
12. Charlie Brooks
EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks couldn't believe it when Ant and Dec announced her as the winner in 2012.
13. Kian Egan
After 22 days in the jungle, Westlife star Kian Egan was crowned the King in 2013.
14. Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty
Retired world super bike racer Carl 'Foggy' Fogarty won over the viewing public in 2014.
15. Vicky Pattison
Vicky Pattison showed a different side to her usual Geordie Shore antics, winning over the public and being crowned Queen of the Jungle.
16. Scarlett Moffatt
Former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt was crowned Queen of the Jungle after winning the show in 2016.
17. Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo
Made In Chelsea star Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo won the show in 2017 after beating Jamie Lomas.
18. Harry Redknapp
Former football manager Harry Redknapp is the current King of the Jungle after beating Emily Atack in 2018.
19. Jacqueline Jossa
Despite the likes of Ian Wright and Caitlyn Jenner signing up for the 2019 series, it was former EastEnders actress Jac Jossa who was crowned Queen of the Jungle, beating Coronation Street's Andy Whyment in the final.
20. Giovanna Fletcher
Podcaster Giovanna Fletcher became the first ever Queen of the Castle in 2020, going up against the likes of Shane Richie, Vernon Kay and Mo Farah!
21. Danny Miller
Emmerdale actor Danny Miller became the first ever KING of the Castle in 2021 after a hectic series. He went up against the likes of David Ginola, Simon Gregson and Frankie Bridge!
22. Jill Scott MBE
Former England footballer Jill Scott MBE topped her amazing year off by being crowned the Queen of the Jungle in November 2022. Jill won the show ahead of Owen Warner and Matt Hancock.
23. Sam Thompson
Radio presenter and TV personality Sam Thompson took the crown in 2023, winning the public's hearts and votes ahead of Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage.
24. Danny Jones
Following the epic Busted vs McFly tour in 2024, the legendary Danny Jones also found time to be crowned the King of The Jungle! Danny won the 24th series, after receiving more votes than his fellow campmate finalists Coleen Rooney and Reverend Richard Coles.
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