Bradley Dack Blocks Pete Wicks on Instagram Following BRITs Hotel Sighting
Pete Wicks appears to have been blocked on Instagram by Olivia Attwood's ex-husband Bradley Dack, in a dramatic social media move that follows days of speculation about the TOWIE star's relationship with the newly-single Love Island panellist. The development comes after the pair were spotted leaving a Manchester hotel together the morning after the star-studded BRIT Awards ceremony.
Social Media Fallout After Manchester Hotel Departure
The two men are no longer following each other on the platform, with multiple reports confirming that Bradley Dack has actively blocked Pete Wicks from his Instagram account. This digital severance follows photographic evidence obtained by publications showing the 37-year-old TOWIE star and 34-year-old Love Island panellist departing a Manchester hotel mid-morning with their luggage, attempting to maintain a low profile during their exit.
Olivia Attwood confirmed her separation from professional footballer Bradley Dack in January after three years of marriage, with sources close to the couple indicating their relationship ended due to Bradley having 'breached her trust'. The 32-year-old athlete's representatives have been contacted for comment regarding the Instagram blocking incident, though no official statement has been released at this time.
BRIT Awards Night Fuels Speculation
During the BRIT Awards ceremony, Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks were photographed appearing particularly close throughout the evening's festivities. Witnesses described the Love Island star leaning in attentively while Pete spoke animatedly to her amid the bustling event environment. Later that night, the pair were seen leaving the ceremony together in a car, further fueling romance rumours.
Following the star-studded event, Pete Wicks was reportedly seen 'carrying two pizzas to his room at 3am' after spending considerable time chatting with Olivia in the hotel. The former TOWIE star cut a dapper figure in a white blazer and shirt combination, while Olivia stunned attendees in an asymmetrical black gown complemented by sheer tights.
History of Close Friendship
This recent development follows several public appearances together over recent months. Just weeks before the BRITs incident, Olivia and Pete were spotted out together in London following her Garnier brand launch event at The Newman Hotel. After the official unveiling of Olivia as the new face of Garnier, she departed with Pete and a group of friends for further socializing.
Their friendship first raised eyebrows last August during a trip to Ibiza, where photographs showed Pete with his hand on the bikini-clad Olivia's thigh as they relaxed together on a yacht. At the time, Olivia acknowledged that the images might have upset her then-husband Bradley Dack, describing her marriage as 'a work in progress' during that period.
Olivia's Emotional Response to Marriage Breakdown
Addressing the collapse of her three-year marriage last month, Olivia shared an emotional message with her followers, stating: 'I cry myself to sleep, then business as normal when the alarm goes off at 5am and it has been like that for a long time.' She expressed surprise at finding herself moving into an apartment alone and acknowledged feeling 'in over my depth for sure.'
The reality television star continued: 'I want to be happy. I want Brad to be happy. Just one day at a time. For both of us. & anyone else who needs to read this. Normal programming and chatting will resume asap.' Reports last month suggested that Olivia and Bradley's marriage ultimately ended after the footballer 'crossed a line' in their relationship.
Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for both Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks regarding the Instagram blocking incident and the nature of their relationship, but no official comments have been provided as of this reporting.
