Sam Thompson recently revealed a surprisingly poignant detail about the aftermath of his breakup with Zara McDermott: she took his favorite pair of Crocs. The seemingly trivial loss sparked a humorous lament on his podcast, “Staying Relevant,” co-hosted with Pete Wicks.
The conversation arose while discussing appropriate attire for a high-profile event. Thompson playfully suggested Crocs for “shock value,” only to be reminded by Wicks that he no longer possessed a pair. His response? A rueful admission that Zara had claimed them during the split last January.
“I need a new pair of Crocs,” Thompson confessed, highlighting the lingering, quirky reminders of a five-year relationship. He’d previously turned heads wearing the comfortable footwear to the 2023 NTA awards, proving his willingness to defy conventional red carpet style.
The podcast also offered a glimpse into the blossoming new relationships of both Thompson and Wicks. Wicks confirmed he’s dating model Talitha Balinska, a connection rekindled after she attended his live show at the O2 Arena.
He described the moment he asked her to be his girlfriend as surprisingly low-key. “It was just super relaxed… so boring, really,” he admitted, emphasizing his desire for a natural progression in their connection. He simply expressed his feelings and directly asked her to be his girlfriend.
Meanwhile, Zara McDermott has been publicly linked to One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson. Tomlinson recently shared how his current happiness and romantic feelings are directly influencing his music, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in his creative process.
He explained that he struggles to write fiction, needing experiences to be “literal” and “real” to inspire his work. His current contentment, he stated, is shaping the overall feel of his latest record.
Both Thompson and McDermott appear to be thriving in their new chapters, though the story of the missing Crocs serves as a lighthearted reminder of a past connection – and a pressing need for a new pair of comfortable shoes.
