The British reality television landscape has been rocked by the sudden and passionate transition of Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks from long-time “best friends” to the industry’s most talked-about new couple.

Just weeks after the shocking revelation of Attwood’s split from professional footballer Bradley Dack, the Loose Women star and the TOWIE icon have taken their budding romance to the French Riviera.

In an exclusive development, the pair recently returned from a clandestine three-night break in St. Tropez, staying at the ultra-exclusive Lily of the Valley hotel.

With rooms averaging £1,000 per night, the wellness-focused resort provided the perfect high-end sanctuary for the duo to navigate their evolving relationship away from the prying eyes of the London paparazzi.

For years, Olivia and Pete have captivated audiences with their undeniable chemistry as co-hosts on their Kiss FM Sunday show.

While they consistently maintained that their bond was strictly platonic, insiders suggest the dynamic shifted irrevocably during this year’s Brit Awards.

Sources close to the pair indicate that the romantic connection was officially sparked during the post-ceremony celebrations.

Pete was reportedly spotted taking pizza to a shared hotel suite at 3:00 AM, a moment that industry sources now point to as the catalyst for their new chapter.

The relationship went public in spectacular fashion shortly thereafter, with the pair caught in a passionate embrace in front of cheering friends—an event that saw Olivia beaming with a level of joy fans haven’t seen in years.

Despite attempting to keep their French getaway “under wraps,” the digital footprints of the two stars proved too prominent to ignore.

While they were absent from their scheduled radio broadcast, eagle-eyed fans spotted them seated together on a flight to Southern France.

The final confirmation came from Olivia’s own social media. Although she carefully avoided posting Pete directly, observant followers noticed Pete’s signature tortoiseshell glasses resting on a table in the background of one of her luxury dining snaps.

“It seems they tried to keep it all under wraps,” one fan noted, “but those glasses gave the game away.”

The timing of this romance is particularly poignant given the dramatic collapse of Olivia’s previous relationship. Her long-term partner, Bradley Dack, was the focus of the ITV reality series Olivia Marries Her Match, which documented their lavish six-figure wedding.

However, recent reports have exposed the union as a “legal sham,” with the pair allegedly never finalizing the official paperwork.

In a heartbreaking and raw statement shared on Instagram, Olivia accused Dack of a decade of deception.

“I have stood by Brad for the last ten years during which he lied and cheated on me multiple times,” she revealed, admitting she felt like an “idiot” for covering up his actions and arranging therapy in hopes of saving the relationship.

Pete Wicks, often dubbed the “Pirate of Essex,” has had a storied dating history, but his friendship with Olivia has always been his most consistent female relationship.

Insiders believe this foundation of trust is exactly what Olivia needs after a betrayal of such magnitude.

Unlike the “sham” elements of her past, her connection with Pete is built on years of professional collaboration and mutual respect.

A source close to the pair told The Sun: “Olivia and Pete took the chance to have some time out when there was a break in their schedules.

They’re dating and enjoying their time together. It was at a really quiet, private resort so they were able to properly chill out away from all the drama.”

The choice of Lily of the Valley in St. Tropez is a testament to the couple’s desire for a “wellness-first” restart.

The hotel is renowned for its clinical approach to relaxation and health, offering a stark contrast to the chaotic lifestyle of a reality TV star in the midst of a public breakup.

As Olivia Attwood continues to be a staple on Loose Women and a powerful voice for women navigating difficult relationships, her transparency about her “f***ing idiot” moment has garnered widespread support. By moving forward with a trusted friend like Pete, she is redefining her narrative on her own terms.