September 21st 2024.
Pete Wicks, 36, has become a household name through his appearances on various reality TV shows. From his early days as a friend of James Lock on The Only Way is Essex, to his current stint on the popular BBC show Strictly Come Dancing, Pete has certainly made a name for himself in the world of reality television.
But how did he rise to fame and become one of the few reality stars to be invited on Strictly? Well, it wasn't just a stroke of luck. Pete has worked hard and paved his own way to the top of the reality TV ranks.
It all started when he joined the cast of Towie in 2015. The show's casting team had a knack for finding "normal" people who would allow viewers a glimpse into their everyday lives. And that's exactly how they discovered Pete - through his connection to James Lock.
Before Towie, Pete was working long hours as a director at a company supplying consultant doctors to the NHS. In his book, For the Love of Frenchies: The Dogs that Changed My Life, he revealed that one of his motivations for joining the show was to have more time at home and get a dog. Little did he know, this decision would launch his reality TV career.
Pete quickly became a fan favourite on Towie, with his tattoos, long hair, and the nickname "Pirate Pete." He stood out from the rest of the cast and quickly made a name for himself. But he never expected to stay on the show for long. In fact, he thought he would just "cause a bit of trouble and then go back to normal." But the producers had other plans for him.
His on-again, off-again relationships with fellow Towie stars like Megan McKenna, Shelby Tribble, Chloe Sims, and Ella Rae Wise kept viewers hooked and secured him plenty of screen time. However, not all of his actions were well-received by fans, especially when he was caught texting other women while in a relationship with Megan.
But despite his tough guy persona, Pete also had a sweet side. He often brought some much-needed humor to the drama on the show, and even his ex-partners couldn't stay mad at him. One memorable moment was when he mouthed the words to Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas is You while Megan performed on stage during a Christmas special.
After six years on Towie, Pete decided it was time to move on and explore other opportunities. He appeared on shows like Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls, Celebs Go Dating, and Celebrity MasterChef. But it wasn't until he left Towie that he really spread his wings and appeared on even more shows.
He took part in SAS: Who Dares Wins, but had to withdraw early due to an injury. He also stripped off for The Real Full Monty, a charity event raising awareness for cancer. And he has made appearances on various shows like Joe Lycett's Got Your Back, CelebAbility, Sunday Brunch, Celebrity Juice, and Supermarket Sweep, keeping his name in the spotlight.
But perhaps one of the most important factors in Pete's rise to fame is his friendship with fellow reality TV star, Sam Thompson. The two are best friends and have been there for each other through thick and thin, both on and off screen.
So it's no surprise that Pete has become one of the biggest names in reality TV. From his humble beginnings on Towie, he has worked hard and made a name for himself in the industry. And with his charming personality and good looks, we have a feeling we'll be seeing a lot more of Pete Wicks in the future.
Pete Wicks has climbed the ladder of fame in the world of reality TV, starting from his humble beginnings on The Only Way is Essex. Now, the 36-year-old heartthrob is taking the stage as a contestant on one of the biggest shows on British television – Strictly Come Dancing. But how exactly did he get to this point?
The BBC's flagship show, Strictly Come Dancing, is known for its star-studded lineup every year, and Pete Wicks was definitely a safe bet for the show's bosses. However, his rise to fame was not a stroke of luck. There has been a lot of hard work and dedication that has led to him becoming one of the few reality stars to be granted the opportunity to take part in the show's entire history. From being introduced as a friend of James Lock on The Only Way is Essex, Pete has now established himself as a reality TV king in his own right. Let's take a closer look at his journey to the top.
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Pete first appeared on the reality TV scene when he joined The Only Way is Essex in 2015. The show's casting team is known for handpicking "normal" people who give viewers a glimpse into their everyday lives. They discovered Pete through his connection to Lockie, and before joining the show, Pete was working long hours as a director for a company that provided consultant doctors to the NHS. In his book, For the Love of Frenchies: The Dogs that Changed My Life, Pete shared that part of his motivation for joining Towie was to have more time at home to take care of his dog.
During a cast trip to Marbella, Pete's reality star persona was born. He brought something different to the show, standing out among the rest of the cast with his tattoos, long hair, and the nickname "Pirate Pete." However, he never expected to stick around for long. In his own words, he thought he'd "cause a bit of trouble and then go back to normal." Little did he know, producers had other plans for him.
Pete's on-and-off relationships with Megan McKenna, Shelby Tribble, Chloe Sims, and Ella Rae Wise kept viewers glued to their screens and secured him endless screen time. However, he wasn't always in the audience's good graces, especially when he was caught texting other women behind Megan's back right after gifting her a Rolex. But despite his tough guy image, Pete could also be incredibly sweet. During a Christmas special, he was seen mouthing the words to Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas is You while his then-girlfriend Megan performed on stage.
After giving six years of his life to Towie, Pete decided it was time to move on in 2021. As he stated on the Not My Bagg podcast, he didn't want to become "the Ian Beale of Towie," just "a drunk in the corner." However, he's grateful for the opportunities that the show has brought him. While still on Towie, he appeared on other reality shows like Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls, Celebs Go Dating, and Celebrity MasterChef. But after leaving the show, he began popping up more and more on various series, such as SAS: Who Dares Wins, The Real Full Monty, Joe Lycett's Got Your Back, CelebAbility, Sunday Brunch, Celebrity Juice, and Supermarket Sweep, to keep his name in the spotlight.
Last but not least, we cannot talk about Pete's rise to reality TV fame without mentioning his best friend Sam Thompson. The two have been inseparable and have appeared together on various shows, including Towie, Celebs Go Dating, and Celebrity MasterChef. Their friendship has definitely contributed to Pete's popularity and likability among viewers. With Sam by his side, Pete is sure to continue climbing the ladder of fame in the world of reality TV.
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