Olivia Attwood has shared her concerns about the pace of her new relationship with Pete Wicks, admitting she feared moving too quickly while still processing her difficult separation from ex-husband Bradley Dack. Attwood, 35, confirmed her romance with Wicks, 37, a longtime friend, last month, following the revelation of her marriage ending amid infidelity claims. She stated that friends had advised her to remain single after her split from Dack.
Attwood described her connection with Wicks as unexpected, transitioning from platonic to romantic very rapidly. She noted his intelligence, compassion, and patience as qualities she needed. "Is something amazing happening while I'm still processing something awful? Yes," Attwood told The Times, explaining that she felt pursuing other relationships would only be a way to find the connection she already has with Wicks.
Reflections on Family
In addition to her new relationship, Attwood also discussed her perspective on having children. She indicated that while she had considered starting a family with the right person, she has come to terms with the possibility of not having children. "I could also see it not being part of my story. I'm at peace with that. You can't have everything," she said, adding that many aspects of her life have exceeded her expectations.
Fallout from Past Relationship
The end of Attwood's marriage to Dack, a footballer, became public in January. Bradley Dack has reportedly rekindled his relationship with ex-girlfriend Emily Maloney, with the pair seen together in photos obtained by the Daily Mail. The sale of the former couple's £1 million home was also noted as an indication that the relationship's end was imminent.
Attwood reacted strongly to emerging photos of Dack and Maloney, calling Maloney a "professional benchwarmer" and Bradley's "bit on the side" in social media posts. These posts appeared to confirm Attwood's suspicions about their relationship. Maloney had previously denied being involved with Dack.
Attwood also recently addressed the decision not to legally formalize her marriage to Dack. Despite a televised ceremony in 2023, the couple never signed legal papers. Attwood explained that they encountered "teething issues" shortly after their wedding, and her sister had advised against legally binding the union to protect her finances. "It's been hard enough untangling our lives," Attwood stated, reflecting on the situation.
She characterized her years with Dack as being "in a grey area" due to her feelings for him, until a specific incident brought clarity. Attwood recounted a night out where a woman informed her that Dack had been unfaithful. This revelation, she said, was the turning point that led her to end their 12-year relationship in January, stating, "The only person I would be cheating is myself."