Sam Thompson, the 32-year-old former Made In Chelsea star, has quietly ended his brief romance with Love Island’s Samie Elishi, 25, just two months after their relationship became public. The news comes shortly after Sam was spotted back on the exclusive celebrity dating app Raya, signaling that he’s once again dipping his toes into the dating pool amid a busy work schedule and recent personal upheavals.
The pair’s romance, which blossomed in April 2025 and was marked by a passionate public display outside Olivia Attwood’s birthday party in May, fizzled out due to their conflicting commitments. Sources close to the couple told MailOnline and The Mirror that despite the initial spark and mutual attraction, their hectic lives made it difficult to sustain the relationship, leading to a mutual and amicable split.
Samie, known for her stint on Love Island: All Stars earlier this year, has been busy jet-setting with brand collaborations, including a trip to Mykonos, Greece. Meanwhile, Sam has been deeply immersed in his work, notably raising over £1.6 million for UNICEF by completing a grueling 260-mile endurance challenge. This feat involved transporting the Soccer Aid match ball from Stamford Bridge in London to Old Trafford in Manchester, a journey that tested his physical and mental limits.
Reflecting on the challenge, Sam shared with MailOnline how it served as a cathartic release during a tough start to 2025. "I have never been so low but also so high at the same time... One of the things that I will say is that mentally I don't think there was a better time for me to do that," he said. He described riding for hours with tears streaming down his face, channeling his emotions into the physical challenge, which ultimately left him feeling both depleted and at peace.
Despite the breakup, Samie remained positive about their time together. On the Chloe Mediumship podcast, she spoke candidly about her intuition in relationships, explaining that while she had sensed potential endings in the past, there was "no bad stuff at the moment" with Sam during their early days. "It's early days," she noted, highlighting the tentative nature of their brief romance.
Sam, too, has been open about his readiness to move forward. On his podcast Staying Relevant, co-hosted with Pete Wicks, he expressed newfound confidence in dating, saying, "I feel like I'm at a stage now where I feel confident enough that I can start approaching females." He described himself as happy and ready to explore new relationships, moving past the "brave faces" he had previously worn.
Adding a layer of family insight, Sam’s sister Louise Thompson recently dropped a hint about the split during an episode of Staying Relevant. She suggested that Sam should consider dating someone with a "normal job, outside of the media space," or even a "young British actress" like Emma Watson, implying a desire for stability and a partner who could challenge him. Louise emphasized the importance of having someone who wouldn’t let Sam "get away with everything," hinting at the complexities of his romantic life.
Louise’s comments came just before The Sun exclusively revealed the split, confirming that the decision was mutual and without ill feelings. A source close to the couple explained, "They both just have really busy schedules, particularly Sam who has been non-stop recently, and it was really hard to make it work. They're still good mates. It's a shame but sometimes things just don't work out." This amicable parting contrasts with the often tumultuous nature of celebrity relationships, underscoring the pressures of balancing public life with personal connections.
Sam’s recent relationship with Samie was his first public romance since his high-profile split from Zara McDermott, whom he dated for five years before their separation was announced on New Year's Day 2025. Zara, 28, has since moved on with former One Direction singer Louis Tomlinson, 33. The new couple has been seen holidaying together in Los Angeles and Costa Rica, and their relationship has drawn significant media attention.
The dynamic between Sam and Louis became particularly noticeable during this month’s Soccer Aid charity match, where both men played on the same team. Footage circulated on TikTok showing Louis apparently snubbing Sam after the match, grimacing and ignoring him, highlighting the awkwardness surrounding their intertwined personal lives.
Interestingly, Sam has remained professional and focused on his charitable efforts. When asked if Samie would be supporting him during the Soccer Aid challenge, he was cautious, stating, "I feel like… this is so much more than who I'm dating or hooking up with. And I feel like it would take away from what it is going on." He emphasized that the spotlight should remain on the UNICEF cause rather than his personal relationships.
Sam’s return to Raya, an exclusive celebrity dating app, just hours after the breakup was revealed, suggests he’s ready to embrace single life once again, despite not feeling fully prepared for a long-term commitment. His profile features snaps from the recent Soccer Aid event and photos with close friends like Pete Wicks and fellow I’m A Celebrity contestant Marvin Humes.
Meanwhile, Samie appeared carefree on social media, sharing a series of stunning photos in a skimpy bikini and captioning them "Monthly messies Vol2," indicating she’s enjoying her new single status and focusing on her career and social life.
As Sam navigates his post-relationship life, his experiences—from enduring a physically and emotionally demanding charity challenge to managing the complexities of public romances—paint the picture of a man balancing personal growth with the relentless pace of celebrity life.
With his sister’s advice echoing in the background and his own reflections on happiness and readiness, Sam Thompson’s next chapter remains open, full of possibilities both in love and in life.
