Sam Thompson has expressed his fear about introducing his new partner to Pete Wicks. The former Made in Chelsea star recently unveiled his relationship with DJ Talitha Balinska on Instagram.
In a recent video, Sam showcased himself building a Harry Potter Lego set, accompanied by his sister Louise and Talitha, who was wearing a Sorting Hat. Fans enthusiastically labeled this Instagram reveal as a “hard launch.” Diversity dancer Perri Kiely reacted to the news, calling it an “elite hard launch” with a laughing emoji.
Talitha has already met Sam’s sister Louise, brother-in-law Ryan, and some of his colleagues at Staying Relevant, the podcast he co-hosts with Pete Wicks. Despite this, Sam confessed on their podcast that Talitha has not yet met Pete.
During their conversation, Sam admitted feeling anxious about introducing his partner to Pete, emphasizing the importance of Pete’s approval due to their close bond. Pete reassured Sam that his opinion on Sam’s partner did not matter as long as Sam was happy.
Following his breakup with Zara McDermott in late 2024, Sam expressed contentment and optimism about his current relationship. He joked about the “hard launch” of his relationship with Talitha, emphasizing her presence in his life and their shared enjoyment.
Reports from The Sun revealed that Sam and Talitha were recently seen together at the Scalini Restaurant in Chelsea, sparking further speculation about their budding romance. The couple reportedly met during a photoshoot for Sam’s Dinelli Eyewear and have been enjoying dates since then.
Sam previously opened up about his struggles post-breakup with Zara, highlighting the challenging period he had faced. He credited his support system of close friends and family for helping him navigate through tough times and learn valuable lessons about himself.
On ITV’s Lorraine show, Sam reflected on the past year, acknowledging the personal growth and self-discovery that came from overcoming challenges. He emphasized the importance of having a strong support network during difficult times.