Vicky Pattison Shares Pete Wicks’ Advice Before Strictly’s Live Show Amid Romance with Jowita Przystal

Strictly’s Vicky Pattison has revealed the ‘brilliant’ advice she’s received from previous contestants ahead of Saturday’s first live show. 

The star, 37, who is paired in this year’s competition with pro Kai Widdrington, said she’d been given tips to waltz all the way victory from pals including Pete Wicks and Angela Scanlon.

Vicky gushed: ‘I’ve been absolutely inundated with brilliant advice. I couldn’t ask for a better circle around me’. 

‘Angela Scanlon [who competed in 2023] told me to start soaking my feet in surgical spirits early. Apparently, it toughens them up and helps with the pain when your trotters start hurting! 

She went on: ‘So, I’ll be doing that starting from now. She’s really competitive and takes it all so seriously in the best way’.

Meanwhile Vicky described Wick, who was paired with love interest Jowita Przystał in 2024, and his advice as more ‘fly by the seat of your pants’. 

Strictly’s Vicky Pattison, 37, has revealed the ‘brilliant’ advice she has received from previous contestants ahead of Saturday’s first live show

The TV personality, who is paired in this year’s competition with pro Kai Widdrington, has been given tips to waltz all the way victory from pals Pete Wicks (pictured) and Angela Scanlon

‘He couldn’t believe he made it through each week! His advice was to work hard, keep your head down, be yourself, and enjoy it. It’s honestly lovely having both of their perspectives’. 

It comes after Wicks wined and dined a mystery blonde during a night out in London – just days before confirming his relationship with Przystał. 

Wicks, who had previously played down any romantic attachment to his former pro  partner, surprised fans by sharing three very passionate kisses with the Polish ballroom professional at London’s O2 Arena last week. 

He was hosting a live version of his Staying Relevant podcast with best friend Sam Thompson at the cavernous venue when Przystał joined him onstage to perform what would have been their Showdance, during which they appeared to confirm their romance. 

But notorious lothario Wicks, 36, had less familiar but equally intimate female company while dining out at The Maine Mayfair earlier that week. 

Przystał didn’t appear to be anywhere in sight as the reality TV regular shared a kiss with his blonde companion over a slap-up meal, in pictures obtained by The Sun.

A source told the publication: ‘They were intimate the whole time. You would think they were alone. Pete and his date arrived about 8.30pm. It was very intimate and they seemed really giddy.

‘At one point they disappeared midway through dinner for about 15 minutes. I think they thought they had the place to themselves. 

Vicky gushed: ‘I’ve been absolutely inundated with brilliant advice. I couldn’t ask for a better circle around me’ (pictured with pro partner Kai Widdrington) 

‘ Angela Scanlon [pictured  2023] told me to start soaking my feet in surgical spirits early. Apparently, it toughens them up and helps with the pain when your trotters start hurting!’

Meanwhile Vicky described Pete, who was paired with love interest Jowita Przystał in 2024, and his advice as more ‘fly by the seat of your pants’

‘The waiters just left them to it and the band just played as they kissed like teenagers. There were lots of leftovers by the time we left about 11:00pm.’ 

Separate sources have since confirmed the TV personality is ‘officially dating’ Przystał, having grown close on Strictly Come Dancing – while he was rumoured to be in the early stages of a romance with Maura Higgins.

An insider told the Daily Mail: ‘Pete and Jowita are now an item, they’ve been dating for a few weeks.

‘They kept things professional on Strictly, there was no crossover with Maura. But once Pete was single they grew close again and recently the relationship has blossomed into something more.

‘You could tell something is going on between them during their routine – it was extremely raunchy and dance partners don’t usually kiss quite like that.’

The former TOWIE star sent fans into a frenzy when he shared a gushing tribute to Przystał in honour of her birthday last month, leading some to question whether the post was him ‘hard launching’ their romance.

Wicks shared a sweet snap of himself and the ballroom professional in a dance studio on his Instagram Stories ahead of her return to Strictly Come Dancing. 

He included a steamy dance floor snap, a close-up car selfie, a rehearsal snap, and several photos from their nights out together.

Alongside the post, he wrote ‘It was never about dancing… it was about the person.

It comes after Wicks wined and dined a mystery blonde during a night out in London – just days before confirming his relationship with Przystał 

‘Happy birthday @jowitaprzystal – I am so blessed and grateful to have you in my life. My pocket rocket (love heart emoji).’

Wicks and Love Island star Higgins were first linked in August last year, but the former couple went their separate ways in February.

She was later seen kissing married McFly star Danny Jones at the BRIT Awards. 

At the time, the TV personality distanced himself from the drama this caused by going on his already planned luxury holiday to Dubai.

A source told the Daily Mail: ‘Pete has moved on and couldn’t care less about Maura. He feels indifferent about the drama currently surrounding her.

‘He is focusing on himself and enjoying a break in the sun before getting back into work.’

The Daily Mail has contacted a representative for further comment.  

STRICTLY LINEUP 2025

Harry Aikines-Aryeetey

Age: 36

Profession: Olympic Sprinter and Gladiator

Harry says: ‘I’ll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor. Let’s hope I’m as quick picking up the routines as I am on the track.’

Alex Kingston

Age: 62

Profession: Doctor Who actress

The actress teases: ‘My hips don’t lie.’

Balvinder Sopal 

Age: 46

Profession: EastEnders actress

Balvinder says: ‘I’m far too excited to put into words how I feel but I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of dancing across the ballroom.’

La Voix 

Age: 45

Profession: Drag performer 

She says: ‘Strictly is a national institution and I can’t wait to get started. All that’s left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here’s hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse.’ 

Thomas Skinner 

Age: 34

Profession: Reality star and entrepreneur 

He says: ‘Bring on the sequins, sambas and most importantly, the BOSH to the ballroom!’ 

Vicky Pattison

Age: 37

Profession: Reality TV star

She says: ‘I’m absolutely buzzing to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing line-up… but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t terrified.’ 

Karen Carney  

Age: 38

Profession: Football pundit

She says: ‘I’m such a huge fan of the show and I can’t believe I’m finally getting the chance to take part.’ 

George Clark

Age: 25 

Profession: YouTuber 

He says:  ‘Never thought I’d say this… but I’m doing Strictly! Honestly, I’ve got no idea what I’m doing but I’m excited to get stuck in … and potentially fall over a fair bit.’

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink

Age: 53

Profession: Former Chelsea and Netherlands striker and ex-England coach.

He says: ‘Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I’ve done before but I’m looking forward to tackling a fun challenge! Bring on a new type of footwork, with hopefully no own goals.’

Ellie Goldstein  

Age: 23

Profession: Model, influencer and disability ambassador 

She says: ‘It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream’.

Chris Robshaw

Age: 39

Profession: Rugby player

He says: ‘This is about as far out of my comfort zone as it gets! I’m hoping to take my dad-dancing to a whole new level, and my mum can’t wait to drag me along to her Zumba class’.  

Stefan Dennis

Age: 66

Profession: Actor

He says: ‘Looking forward to the sparkle and reaching for the sky.’

Ross King 

Age: 63

Profession: Showbiz correspondent

He says: ‘I can’t wait to learn from the best, meet my fellow contestants, and, most importantly… try not to step on too many toes!’

 Lewis Cope

Age: 30

Profession: Actor

He says: ‘I’m so excited to be swapping the Dales for the dance floor and joining this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.’

Amber Davies 

 Age: 28

 Profession: West End star

 She says: ‘This has been the craziest 24 hours of my life. I’ve watched Strictly with my family since I was younger and to now be part of the show is a dream come true.’