Sam Thompson opens up about the future as he reveals he'd 'love' to be a dad
Sam appeared on the Loose Women and Men panel
Last updated 16th Feb 2024
Sam Thompson opened up about his future with his girlfriend Zara McDermott, as he sweetly revealed that he'd 'love' to become a dad one day.
Appearing on a special episode of Loose Women and Men alongside panellist Kaye Adams and Nadia Sawalha, and Strictly Come Dancing star Johannes Radebe, Sam opened up about his ADHD and his desire to have kids.
As the panel discussed parenthood, Sam opened up about his future plans and said: "Yeah, absolutely. One day I would love to, I'd love to be a dad and I want to be a protector, I love the idea.
"I would love to be that person that my kid looked up to and you know, protect and hopefully teach and be proud of and stuff like that but like Johannes just said, the time isn't now because I'm not done being selfish with my own life.
"I know there's not a perfect time to have kids, but I feel like I want to be in a place where I can allocate as much time to that child as possible, because their life is the most important thing from the moment they come."
Sam also opened up about how his ADHD impacts him - including in his relationship with Zara. He said: "In my relationship with my girlfriend, for example, if she was telling me something about her day or something like that, you've got to try your hardest to be as focused as you possibly can without your attention sort of going left, right and centre.
"I really wanted my relationship with my girlfriend to be the best it can possibly be and I want to make her as happy as I can and I know that I can do that by going into these therapies and stuff."
He added: "When I wasn't diagnosed or anything, I was always annoying myself. I'd say that I'd be like, 'Dude, you need to find out whether you're just like a bad bloke or if there's something else going on', because you do feel a bit like a narcissist.
"Sometimes I sit there and I just struggle to focus on what you're saying, but you're asking me about my day and I'll tell you everything."
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Take a look at some of the TV shows Sam Thompson has appeared on:
Made In Chelsea
Sam made his debut on E4 reality show in 2013, acting as Jamie Laing's intern at the time. Sam was later given more air time in the show and went on to become one of the most popular stars, appearing in over 160 episodes to date.
Despite briefly leaving the show in 2018, Sam returned to the cast just one year later.
Celebrity Big Brother
Sam was a fan favourite when he appeared on the 20th series of Celebrity Big Brother in 2013.
Sam made it all the way to the final, finishing in third place behind Amelia Lily and eventual winner Sarah Harding.
Celebs Go Dating
Sam has appeared on E4 reality show Celebs Go Dating not once, not twice, but THREE times, in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
Luckily, Sam managed to make up with his girlfriend Zara McDermott, so let's hope he won't be making any further appearance on the show to find love.
Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins
Sam was put through his paces by Ant Middleton and co in 2019, when he signed up for gruelling show Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins in order to raise money for Stand Up To Cancer.
Celebrity Coach Trip
Sam joined his friend James Dunmore to appear on Celebrity Coach Trip in 2019 for the special Road to Benidorm series.
Unfortunately, the pair were the first to be eliminated.
The Celebrity Circle
Sam took part in the celeb version of Channel 4 show The Circle in 2021, alongside his best mate, TOWIE star Pete Wicks.
The lads tried to catfish their fellow contestants into thinking they were actual Countdown presenter Rachel Riley.
Winter Love Island
Sam is hosting Love Island's official podcast, Love Island: The Morning After alongside former contestant Indiyah Pollock. He said of joining the show: "It feels like I'm with my family and we're all in it together and I really like it. We're all massive fans of the show and it's really, really nice." Sam will also appear as a regular panellist on Love Island: Aftersun.
Sam Thompson: Is This ADHD?
In a documentary which aired on E4 in 2023, we followed Sam as he made the decision to get tested for ADHD, and explored what a possible diagnosis might mean for him. For years, his girlfriend Zara, as well as friends and family, told him he exhibits signs of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), with Sam finally deciding to get tested as he approached his 30th birthday.
The documentary saw a rawer side of Sam, as his behaviour is placed 'under a microscope'. With him widely known for his larger-than-life and creative personality, we see him question whether medication could change the persona he's built his career on.
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!
In November 2023 it was announced that Sam Thompson would be entering the jungle for the 2023 series of I'm A Celebrity along with 11 other celebrities. Sam WON the series, going up against boxing legend Tony Bellew and Nigel Farage in the final and winning the majority of votes to become the latest winner of the show.
Loose Women & Men
Sam made his debut on the Loose Women & Men panel on 16th February 2024, appearing alongside Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe, and Loose Women Kaye Adams and Nadia Sawalha.
In addition to discussing the hottest topics of the day, Sam and Nadia will also open up about their experiences of living with ADHD.
Inside Out 2
Sam voiced a character in the UK version of popular Pixar film Inside Out 2! The film is a sequel to the 2015 animated flick, and following its release on 14th June 2024, was pegged the biggest movie of the year! Not only that, but it was announced in July of that year that it had become the highest-grossing animated film of all time GLOBALLY. Sam voiced Security Man Sam - a "character who finds himself on a chase with everyone's favourite emotions."
Of joining the cast, Sam said: "Having watched Pixar films since I was a kid, it's a dream come true to join the voice cast of Inside Out 2. The film nods to the rollercoaster of emotions growing up and what a wild ride your teenage years can be. I for one can't wait to see my family's reaction to hearing my voice on the big screen." Following the release, Sam spoke of how he was a fan of the original film, saying that taking part was a "no brainer", continuing: "It's such a bucket list thing, to be able to go in and do something that all of these amazing people (have done)".
I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked
Sam joined Joel Dommett and Kemi Rodgers to present a brand new I'm A Celeb spin-off show in 2024, called I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked. The show aired on ITV2 every night after the main show.
Celebrity Deal or No Deal
Sam was a contestant on a celebrity edition of Deal or No Deal in December 2024, where he played the game during an I'm A Celeb special.
Loose Women airs weekdays from 12:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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