Zara McDermott reportedly split from Sam Thompson weeks ago and has already moved out of the couple’s London home.
Earlier this week it was revealed that the former Love Island star, 28, and the I’m A Celebrity winner, 32, have gone their separate ways after five years together.
And now the sun has revealed that Zara has also taken a secret trip to Paris for New Years as she takes some time for herself post-breakup.
A source told the publication: ‘It has been a difficult time for Zara. The trip to Paris just helped her get away from it all.
‘Zara just wants to try to concentrate on work and recover. They broke up for a while before it officially came up and she now lives separately from him.
MailOnline has contacted Zara and Sam’s representatives for comment.
Zara McDermott reportedly split from Sam Thompson WEEKS AGO and has already moved out of their London home as the star embarks on a secret trip to Paris following their split.
It was revealed earlier this week that the former Love Island star, 28, and the I’m A Celebrity winner, 32, have gone their separate ways after five years together.
It comes after fans were left convinced they know the real reason why the couple split after not spending Christmas together.
The couple went their separate ways just a month after Sam shared a gushing post about his ‘soulmate’ Zara on her birthday.
In the Instagram post, the radio host described Zara as his “best friend” who is “stuck with him forever.”
He wrote: ‘My best friend and soulmate… some would say my person. I’m afraid you’re stuck with me forever. Happy Birthday. I love you so much and wow have I missed you for the last month! Here’s to another incredible year with you.”
However, fans have now taken to the comments to say that it was his lack of action that led to the couple splitting up, as they said Sam should have asked Zara to marry him.
They wrote: ‘In the words of Beyoncé. If you like it then you should put a ring on it’; Let us propose, no time like the present; Dude, buy him an FFS ring;
‘If she’s going to be with you forever, why not put a ring on her? What are you waiting for? Put a ring on that finger.’
Another asked: ‘How is it possible that we were together two weeks ago and broke up days later… this is pretty extreme?’
A source said: ‘Zara just wants to try and concentrate on work and recover. They broke up for a while before it officially came up and she now lives separately from him.
It comes after fans were left convinced they know the real reason why the couple split after not spending Christmas together.
Meanwhile, Sam also praised Jowita Przystał’s “amazing” abs after she “took off her top” in front of him.
The star released his first Stay relevant podcast on Thursday following the news of his split from Zara.
During the podcast, Sam and his co-host Pete Wicks jokingly handed out their ‘Staying Relevant Awards’, including ‘Most Likely to Get Fired’ and ‘Biggest Failure’ among their team.
One of his awards was ‘Best Team Member’, which Pete gave to his fellow Strictly Come Dancing professional Jowita, who appeared on the podcast while Sam was in Australia.
He said: “The best new member of the team is next, I think it’s obvious.” She’s someone who helped us while Sam was away, we all love her.
‘Some have said it is a good replacement and potentially better. She is part of one of the most defining partnerships of 2024 in the world of television and has become a sensational part of this team. The winner is Jowita.’
Sam responded by saying that he recently saw Jowita’s abs and was impressed.
Fans quoted Beyonce’s hit song Single Ladies and wrote, “In Beyonce’s words, if you like it, then you should put a ring on it.”
He said: ‘I have to say, a fantastic pair of abs too.’ I couldn’t believe it, when she took off her blouse, I felt like I was in hell. Incredible, washboard. I’ve never seen anything like it.
Pete and Jowita reached the semi-final of last year’s Strictly, which was won by comedian Chris McCausland and dancer Dianne Buswell.
It comes after MailOnline exclusively revealed that his relationship with Zara ended after five years.
A source close to the couple told MailOnline: ‘Sam and Zara have ended their relationship. It has been an incredibly difficult decision for them to separate, they still care and love each other very much.
“But after a tough year of working hard on their romance, they have broken up and will focus on their individual careers in 2025.
“There has been no scandal or consequences between them, it is just the result of a difficult year, in which they both had to spend a lot of time focused on their own projects.”
The couple were last seen together celebrating Zara’s birthday in December, where Sam dedicated an Instagram post to his girlfriend, calling her his “soulmate” and “best friend.”
The split news comes as Sam praised Jowita Przystał’s “amazing” abs after she “took her top off” in front of him.
Sam spent the end of 2024 in Australia presenting I’m A Celeb spin-off Unpacked after winning the ITV show in 2023.
Zara became the first former Love Island contestant to sign up for Strictly Come Dancing last year.
Less than a week later, the former E4 star was pictured outside Stringfellows strip club on a 4am bender with TOWIE’s Pete Wicks.
Zara has been living in Sam’s house in west London for years and the couple share two cats, Albus and Cedric.
They have a close relationship with Sam’s sister Louise, who lives next door to her fiancé Ryan Libbey and their three-year-old son Leo.
Sam, who hosts the Staying Relevant podcast with his close friend Pete, features Zara in his online content, and the pair often team up in viral Instagram and TikTok videos.
The couple struggled to make their relationship work after Sam won I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! last year and his work schedule doubled.
They laughed off claims their romance was in trouble in June after they were pictured arguing following Sam’s appearance at Soccer Aid.
That same month, Sam was pictured being “comforted” by Pete at the TRIC Awards amid growing tensions between him and Zara.
After landing a new presenting job on ITV’s This Morning, Sam spent the end of 2024 in Australia co-presenting I’m A Celebrity spin-off Unpacked alongside Joel Domett and Kemi Rodgers.
Meanwhile, Zara, who found fame on Love Island in 2018, achieved her dreams by becoming a documentary maker for the BBC, fronting shows that explored revenge porn, eating disorders and rape culture.
The TV star also launched her first clothing brand last year called Rise, which is available to buy at F&F in Tesco, and has successfully collaborated with beauty brands including L’Oréal and Rio de Janeiro.
Zara became the first former Love Island contestant to be cast on Strictly Come Dancing last year, where she performed with fired professional dancer Graziano Di Prima.
The Italian dancer was sacked from the BBC series following allegations over his conduct towards Zara, who spoke of her “distressing” time in the training room.
The couple is close with Sam’s sister Louise and her fiancé Ryan, as well as former TOWIE star Pete.
She said: “I have struggled with the fear of opening up, I was afraid of the public reaction, I was afraid of my future, I was afraid of shaming victims.”
“But after many conversations with loved ones, I have gained the strength to face these fears, and when I was asked to speak to the BBC, I spoke candidly about my time on the show.”
Graziano’s dismissal followed the departure of fellow dancer Giovanni Pernice, who faced a BBC investigation over his treatment of actress Amanda Abbington, with a total of six of 16 allegations against the professional confirmed.
Zara returned to the Strictly studios this year to support her friend Pete, who reached the semi-final of the competition.
Sam and Zara began dating after he sent her a private message on Instagram in 2019, but they split the following year.
Their romance came to a brief end after Zara admitted to cheating on Sam during the early days of their relationship while appearing on Celebrity X Factor.
The radio host eventually forgave Zara during emotional scenes captured for Made In Chelsea, which the pair have since laughed at and even recreated.
Zara previously dated former Love Island contestant Adam Collard after they met on the show, while Sam enjoyed romances with his former Chelsea co-stars Sophie Habboo and Tiffany Watson.