Pete Wicks says Sam Thompson's new friendship 'destroyed him' and admits he was jealous of pal

Sam Thompson couldn't contain his excitement as he made an 'announcement' alongside his best pal Pete Wicks. The pair have been back recording episodes of their podcast following the Christmas break and Sam's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here stint.

It appears there's no stopping reality TV star Sam Thompson at the moment - not only was he crowned King of the I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! jungle back in December, but the 31 year has signed up for another year with Love Island. Sam, who first emerged on screen when he starred in Made in Chelsea, is returning as host of the hit ITV2 dating show's official podcast.

Sam Thompson and Tony Bellew have proved their friendship is still going strong after I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! The former Made in Chelsea star and boxer, who formed a close bond on the ITV show, headed for a night out in Liverpool with Sam’s best friend Pete Wicks. Jungle winner Sam took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a snap of the pair, declaring that Tony would ‘never be able to get rid of him.’ Posting an image with his arms wrapped around Tony, Sam captioned the image: “'You can never get rid of me @tonybellew we’re bonded for life!” Referring to his playful nickname for the 41-year-old boxer, he continued: “love you and miss you Teddy T.” Tony often seemed overwhelmed by Sam's enthusiastic affection for him in the jungle, and it seems this has continued in the outside world.

Sam Thompson has sent a 'never' warning to his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here co-star as they enjoyed a much-awaited reunion. The winner of the ITV reality show has taken to social media to show fans the moment he was recently reunited with Tony Bellew.

Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson was crowned King of the Jungle earlier this month after he won the hearts of the nation and his fellow camp mates. Sam took home the I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! winner's title, beating former boxer and runner up Tony Bellew, and broadcaster Nigel Farage, who came in third place. However, thanks to recent information, it's been revealed that this result could have gone very differently.

Zara McDermott has said she is ready for a "chilled" Christmas after undergoing a mystery medical procedure, which saw her spend time in hospital. The Strictly Come Dancing star, 27, who has been busy celebrating her birthday, took to her Instagram Stories to reveal she underwent a "little procedure" on Monday, 18 December.

If anyone has achieved their goals in 2023, it’s power couple Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott. Zara, 26, wowed viewers when she showed off her dance moves on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, while 31-year-old Sam was crowned King of the Jungle on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Now, the pair, whose love life originally played out on screen during reality show Made In Chelsea, hope to make the most of their joint star power – and a source exclusively reveals to OK! that includes exciting opportunities across the pond.

Sam Thompson's sister couldn't help but make a post-jungle observation about her younger brother as they spent family time together after his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here win.

One of the strongest bonds to be formed in the I’m A Celeb jungle looks set to continue in the real world. King of the jungle Sam Thompson has built the foundations of a long lasting relationship with runner-up Tony Bellew after he shared a sweet moments with fans.

Sam Thompson was spotted grinning from ear to ear as he flew home from Australia after being crowned the King of the Jungle on this year's I'm A Celebrity.. Get Me Out of Here! series.

Strictly star Zara McDermott is rumoured to be in a secret feud with boyfriend Sam Thompson's fellow I'm a Celebrity campmates after the 26-year-old snubbed all of them bar one on social media.

Sam Thompson has finally been reunited with his girlfriend Zara McDermott after securing the jungle crown in this year's I'm A Celebrity.. Get Me Out of Here!

I'm A Celebrity 2023 winner Sam Thompson led his fellow camp stars and their loved ones at Brisbane Airport, ready to jet back to the UK just in time for Christmas. Former Made in Chelsea star Sam, 31, who was crowned King of the Jungle on 10 December, was joined at the airport by his best pal Pete Wicks, 35, who flew out to Australia to support him. JLS star Marvin Humes, 38, who was close to Sam in the jungle, dressed casually alongside his wife, Rochelle Humes, 34, as they laughed and joked alongside Pete and Sam.

Piers Morgan has issued an apology to I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here winner Sam Thompson after making an insulting jibe. The presenter, who has his own show Piers Morgan Uncensored on TakTV, hit out at the former Made In Chelsea star after his stint in the jungle.

Pete Wicks has explained why his face looked so 'swollen' during the I'm A Celebrity.. Get Me Out Of Here! final.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Danielle Harold was spotted with her suitcases packed as she said goodbye to life Down Under and headed back to the UK, just days after cosying up to TOWIE star Pete Wicks. The former EastEnders actress took part in the latest series of the hit jungle show which saw Made in Chelsea's Sam Thompson crowned as the 2023 winner.

The 23rd series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here came to an end on Sunday (Dec 10) as Sam Thompson was crowned King of the Jungle. The former Made In Chelsea star won the public's hearts after spending three weeks Down Under with his fellow celebrity campmates.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have been at the helm of I’m A Celebrity for two decades. The pair were back for the final time this year in last night’s (December 10) final, which saw Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson crowned the winner. It came after weeks of brutal trials, campmate rows, as well as some very wholesome friendships made.

Sam Thompson was crowned the 2023 winner of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, on Sunday, 10 November, and he's clearly still reeling at the amount of support that he's received. The 31 year old former Made in Chelsea star won over the affections of I'm A Celeb viewers, as well as his campmates, and he described being crowned King of the Jungle as a "dream come true".

Sam Thompson stole the hearts of the nation with his bubbly personality and energetic character during his time on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! earning himself a well-deserved place in the final. The former Made in Chelsea star, 31 is joined by Nigel Farage and Tony Bellew as the three remaining campmates, with one of them being crowned queen or king of the jungle.