Pete Wicks' biggest Strictly Come Dancing fear, celebrity best friend and star girlfriends
manchestereveningnews.co.ukPete Wicks is the latest reality star to sign up for the glitz and glamour of Strictly Come Dancing. The 35-year-old shot to fame on ITVBe series The Only Way Is Essex - appearing in the show from 2015-2022.
Pete has been paired with professional dancer Jowita Przystał, as revealed on Strictly's launch show. She told the Radio Times the star is currently immersing himself into all things Strictly and working hard on their routines and joked: "We'll make him Patrick Swayze!" Viewers might recognise Pete from his numerous reality show appearances over the years - but he's also making his mark in broadcasting work alongside best friend Sam Thompson.
The pals host a podcast together and recently joined forces at this year's National Television Awards (NTAs) to present from the red carpet.
Read on to find out all about the life and career of Pete Wicks. Pete Wicks was born in Harlow, Essex on November 1, 1988. Mum Tracy split from his dad when Pete was 11, raising him as a single parent with support from his grandmother Doreen.
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