Pete Wicks has recently provided fans with an intriguing glimpse into his rumored romance with Maura Higgins, following months of speculation about their relationship status. 

While both stars have kept largely silent on the matter, Pete’s recent comments on a podcast have sparked further interest in their dynamic.

During a conversation on the Staying Relevant podcast with I’m A Celeb winner Danny Jones,

Pete inadvertently shared a personal story that revealed more about Maura’s post-show indulgence,

offering an insight into their time together after the intense experiences of reality television.

The discussion on the podcast centered around food and the difficulties contestants face after leaving reality shows.

Danny had shared how challenging it was to get back to eating properly after his time in the Australian jungle, particularly given the extreme food deprivation.

Pete, who himself had endured a similar experience on Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls, reflected on his own struggles after the show.

“When you come out, you eat things and it’s not as good as what you remember,” Pete confessed, explaining how he found it difficult to stomach much of anything after being deprived of food for so long.

He mentioned that the only thing he could eat comfortably was fresh fruit, with its natural sweetness offering a much-needed relief.

While discussing his own food cravings post-show, Pete mentioned indulging in sweet treats like doughnuts, although he admitted that the experience didn’t live up to his expectations. He revealed that it took him “so long” to get back to eating properly.

However, it was his next anecdote that caught the attention of listeners and added fuel to the ongoing speculation about his relationship with Maura.

Pete recounted a story about Maura’s own food indulgence following her time on a reality show. “Mate, Maura came out, right? And she told me this – she literally went straight in and had like a full fry-up, and then had a burger, and then had three plates of pasta, and was just like f*****g gorging herself,” he shared.

His casual mention of Maura’s post-show food binge sparked curiosity among fans, adding another layer to the mystery surrounding their relationship.

In January 2025, rumors began circulating that Pete and Maura had been seeing each other since before Christmas, with reports suggesting they may have even celebrated the holiday season together in Ireland.

This sparked further interest in their rumored romance, though neither Pete nor Maura has officially confirmed anything.

Adding to the speculation, Maura recently hinted at her romantic status during an appearance on Loose Women. When questioned about her relationship status, Maura teasingly declared that her “dating show days were done.”

This prompted Loose Women host Katie Piper to ask, “So is that you saying you’re not single?” Maura’s coy response was, “No, did I say that? I know what you’re doing! No, I never said anything. Next question.”

Her playful refusal to directly confirm or deny the rumors only heightened the intrigue surrounding her personal life.

Although neither Pete nor Maura has explicitly acknowledged their relationship, the rumors continue to swirl, with fans eager for any new details about their potential romance.

Pete’s recent comments on the Staying Relevant podcast have only fueled the speculation, providing fans with a rare glimpse into their time together.

Whether or not they choose to publicly confirm their relationship in the future remains to be seen, but for now, their fans are left to piece together the clues from their public appearances and interactions.

As the mystery deepens, one thing is clear: Pete Wicks and Maura Higgins are continuing to keep their personal lives under wraps, leaving fans to eagerly await any further updates.

Until then, their fans will be left speculating, hoping for more hints about the nature of their relationship in the months to come.