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Sam Thompson's Awkward Song Choice Revelation
9 Apr
Summary
- Sam Thompson addressed a song by Zara McDermott's new boyfriend live on air.
- He admitted to finding the situation awkward but praised the song.
- Thompson and McDermott split in late 2024 after five years together.

Sam Thompson recently addressed an uncomfortable on-air query during his hosting duties for the Hits Radio Breakfast Show. A listener directly questioned his feelings about hearing the song "Steal My Girl" by One Direction, given that one of its members is now dating his ex-girlfriend, Zara McDermott.
After a moment of surprise, Thompson responded positively, calling the song a "brilliant song" and admitting he still listens to it. He expressed happiness as long as everyone involved is content, noting he has met McDermott's new partner and finds him to be a pleasant individual. This public acknowledgement comes after Thompson and McDermott concluded their five-year relationship in late 2024.
Thompson and McDermott, who lived together in Chelsea and briefly shared a stint on Made In Chelsea, initially met when McDermott slid into Thompson's DMs. Their relationship faced challenges, including a previous separation after McDermott admitted to infidelity in 2019. They reconciled but eventually split again over Christmas 2024.
McDermott has since moved on with boyband star Louis, making their relationship official in March 2025 and reportedly moving into his north London mansion. Meanwhile, Sam Thompson has also found new love with model and DJ Talitha Balinska, 24, whom he met in 2025. He recently confirmed their relationship on his podcast, expressing his affection for Balinska.