Pete Wicks – once infamous for his bad-boy reputation and reality TV dramas, now has an unbelievable career and has undergone a remarkable transformation.
Now, with his stint on Strictly Come Dancing, a burgeoning career in animal welfare, and the public falling for his softer side, the 37-year-old has rewritten his narrative from “bad boy” to “national sweetheart.”
Pete first rose to fame on TOWIE (Credit: ITV)
The Only Way is Essex
Pete burst onto the scene in 2015 as part of ITV’s The Only Way Is Essex.
Introduced as a friend of James Lock, his rugged looks, long hair, and tattooed “Pirate Pete” persona immediately made him a standout. While he thought his stint would be short-lived, the producers had other ideas.
His relationships with Megan McKenna, Shelby Tribble, and Chloe Sims became central to the show’s drama.
However, Pete’s reputation took a hit when he was caught texting other women behind Megan’s back.
This scandal earned him the “bad boy” label.
But Pete’s quick wit and charisma kept him in the spotlight. Moments of vulnerability, such as supportively mouthing lyrics during Megan’s Christmas performance, hinted at the softer side he would later become known for.
He was known for his high-profile relationship with Chloe Sims (Credit: SplashNews)
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