Zara McDermott has told fans her relationship with boyfriend Sam Thompson is better than ever and that the pair are best friends. Love Island star Zara opened up about her love with Sam on her Instagram stories, telling fans" “I love him so so so much, he is my best friend.” The star, who previously went through a messy break up with Sam after it was revealed she was unfaithful, was taking part in an Instagram game where followers post their assumptions about the star.