Pete Wicks and Maura Higgins found themselves at the same BRIT Awards afterparty on Saturday night, March 2, 2025, but their presence was marked by discomfort and avoidance, just weeks following their public breakup on Valentine's Day. Sources confirmed the two ex-couples dodged one another with great care during the night, even as they attended the same star-studded events.
After their split, which was publicized after Maura implied on social media about Pete’s infidelity, the tension was palpable. "Pete and Maura were both at the afterparty but were very separate. Pete was there fleetingly at the beginning, but Maura was there until the end at 2am-ish," the source relayed to The Mirror. Maura was spotted reveling with friends, including her fellow I'm A Celebrity contestant Oti Mabuse and TikTok star Luke Hamnett, clearly enjoying the celebrations.
On the red carpet earlier, Maura turned heads donning a daring black sheer gown, which showcased her remarkable figure. Contrarily, Pete appeared sharp and dapper dressed in black but made it clear he was there for the company of his podcast co-host, Olivia Attwood. Amidst the festivities, Pete cheekily mentioned his exit from the previous relationship by stating, “It's hard for Sam tonight because I’ve got a new work wife,” joking about his and Olivia's partnership.
While Maura basked in the limelight, questions arose surrounding her previous comments about Pete potentially cheating, which surfaced when she engaged with her friends at another venue before the event. She reportedly celebrated singlehood at Sheesh where she was openly vocal about her feelings for Pete. These sentiments escalated as Maura lashed out during the evening, claiming Pete was ‘probably cheating’ when prompted by reporters.
Interestingly, Olivia, who was alongside Pete for the evening, couldn't help but inject some humor when the word 'cheat' was mentioned. "Cheat?" she joked, followed by laughter, echoing the awkwardness of their previous relationship. Despite the jokes, insiders have made it known Pete is taking Maura's accusations to heart, stating he felt deeply hurt by the claims.
The tension didn’t end at the awards. Pete reportedly left the afterparty early, staying true to the claims of his newfound alliance with Olivia. According to reports, he and Olivia maintained proximity throughout the night and left together, with Pete parting ways before Maura effectively sealed the night with her friends. "She was partying with I'm A Celebrity pals Danny Jones and Oti Mabuse, having a good time," continued the insider. Maura, described as radiantly joyful, stayed till the early hours, proof of her effort to move on from Pete.
After rumors of her new budding friendship with Danny Jones, who was reportedly kissing Maura at subsequent events, speculation around her personal life has heightened. Just following their afterparty, reports claim Danny and Maura were seen getting cozy, raising eyebrows as the relationship dynamics evolve post-BRIT Awards.
Despite all of this, both Pete and Maura have been noted for keeping their distance from one another, leading many to wonder about what the future holds. "Those closest to them know it’s been very on and off, making public appearances together complicated for both," remarked another source.
When discussing their relationships entirely, it appears each is off traveling their disparate paths whilst the world of showbiz keeps intruding on their privacy. Those watching closely can't help but question what happens next for these star-filled lives intertwined with love, heartbreak, and rumors. With Maura possibly hinting at rekindling with Danny Jones and Pete stepping out confidently with Olivia, only time will tell how their stories will intertwine, but for now, it's clear the BRITs afterparty showcased both the complexity and the deep connection they once shared.