Pete Wicks is an English television personality, businessman, and actor. He is famous for his role as a cast member on the ITVBe reality series "The Only Way Is Essex" from 2015 to 2022. Notable for his appearances on "Celebs Go Dating" in 2019, 2020, and 2022, as well as "Celebrity MasterChef" in 2020 and "The Celebrity Circle" in 2021, Wicks has showcased his versatility in the entertainment realm. Prior to his foray into the spotlight, he served as a consultant doctor at an NHS-affiliated firm and held the position of business director. Beyond his reality TV endeavors, he has made guest appearances on various television series, including "Joe Lycett's Got Your Back," "CelebAbility," "Sunday Brunch," "Celebrity Juice," and "Supermarket Sweep".
Early Life
Pete Wicks was born on November 1, 1988. He hails from Harlow, Essex, England. His birth name is Peter James Wicks. Celebrating his 35th birthday in 2023, he holds British nationality and identifies with British-White ethnicity. Raised by his mother, Tracy Wicks, Pete's father's identity remains undisclosed. The family faced a significant change when Pete's parents divorced when he was just eleven years old, leaving Tracy to navigate single parenthood without support from Pete's father, who had walked out on them. Although not related, Pete often refers to I'm A Celebrity star Sam Thompson as his 'brother'.
Career
- Pete Wicks, a British television personality, initially gained public attention in 2015 when he joined the cast of The Only Way Is Essex for its fifteenth series.
- In 2018, he tested his survival skills as a contestant on Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls, and the following year, he sought love on the sixth series of Celebs Go Dating.
- His reality TV journey continued in 2020 when he participated in Celebrity MasterChef and later returned during the COVID-19 pandemic for Celebs Go Virtual Dating.
- In April 2021, Wicks took on The Celebrity Circle with friend Sam Thompson, adopting a catfish persona as Countdown presenter Rachel Riley, ultimately finishing as runners-up.
- The year 2022 saw him appearing on Tipping Point: Lucky Stars and joining the fourth series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, though he was medically withdrawn due to injury.
- In 2024, he returned to Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins as a contestant. Wicks has also made guest appearances on various television series, including Joe Lycett's Got Your Back, CelebAbility, Sunday Brunch, Celebrity Juice, and Supermarket Sweep.
- Further showcasing his quest for love, he made his third appearance on Celebs Go Dating in 2022.
Net Worth
Pete Wicks, a prominent TV personality renowned for his roles in The Only Way Is Essex and Celebs Go Dating, has amassed considerable wealth, with an estimated net worth of $3.5 million as of 2023. Generating a substantial annual income, predominantly from the entertainment industry, Wicks has diversified his revenue streams through successful forays into modeling and leveraging his social media presence, boasting a substantial following of 1.5 million.
Beyond television, his financial portfolio has flourished through strategic partnerships with major brands such as Crystal Ski Holidays, Just Eat, and Sky TV. With each Instagram post potentially earning him over £1,000, according to HypeAuditor, Pete's influence extends beyond the screen. Furthermore, he also owns some branded cars. He is leading a lavish and successful lifestyle as of now.
Personal Life
Pete Wicks, known for keeping his personal life under wraps, has managed to keep the identity of his new girlfriend a well-guarded secret. Despite this, recent rumors circulated about a potential romantic connection between Pete and Zara McDermott, the girlfriend of his close friend Sam Thompson. The two have playfully shared humorous content, giving rise to speculation about a possible relationship.
On another front, there have been telling signs suggesting a budding romance between Pete Wicks and soap actress Danielle Harold, as they were spotted cozying up together. Candid snapshots have surfaced, portraying the reality star and actress in close proximity, prompting speculation that their connection might be evolving beyond friendship. The intricacies of Pete Wicks' love life remain intriguing and subject to ongoing speculation.
Pete Wicks has been romantically linked with several high-profile personalities, including Love Island's Lillie Haynes, Shelby Tribble, Ruby Mae, Jess Wright, Chloe Sims, and Megan McKenna.
Body Measurements
Pete Wicks, the charismatic TV personality, stands tall at the height of 5 feet and 10 inches, complemented by a well-maintained body weight of 75 kg. His striking features include a pair of attractive blue eyes that captivate attention, accompanied by long, dark brown hair. He has an average body type. Notably, Wicks is a tattoo enthusiast, adorning his entire body with a vibrant array of colorful tattoos on his chest, hands, legs, and arms. His shoe size is 7 US.
