Zara McDermott admits she SPIES on boyfriend Sam Thompson amid troubled relationship
ZARA McDermott has admitted she “spies” on boyfriend Sam Thompson when she’s away from the pair’s plush London pad.
The Love Island alumni, 27, made the candid confession on her Instagram page after a month of turmoil for the reality TV favourites.
The pair were seen in the UK capital earlier this month, as they were spotted for the first time since The Sun exclusively told how they were in “crisis talks.”
The pair reportedly had a blazing row that prompted Zara to walk out and head to her family’s house for a period of time.
It then sparked discussions on how they could salvage their five-year relationship.
Now Zara has teased she needs to keep a particularly close eye on her man in a run-down of her must-have items.
As well as detailing how a cat tree was on her Amazon wish-list, she told how a “robot camera” also proved essential.
In a caption posted to her Stories she put: “Last but certainly not least.
“So many people over the years have asked about my robot camera that I use to spy on the cats.”
Then, in a tongue in cheek manner, she added: “And Sam,” followed by both laughing and crying face Emoji icons.
She continued: “I’ve had this for 2.5 years and it’s amazing.”
We previously told of their blazing row earlier in the month.
A source close to the pair revealed at the time how they are now trying to patch things up after the huge bust-up left Sam, 31, utterly distraught.
They said: “Zara had a work commitment in Majorca but has now returned home to be with Sam and try to iron out their differences and have crisis talks.
“They really want to try and make the relationship work.”
The insider added: “Since Christmas Zara and Sam have been really busy with work and have had little quality time to see each other and as a result their relationship has suffered.
Graziano Di Prima - Strictly statement in FULL
GRAZIANO Di Prima has addressed his Strictly Come Dancing sacking with a statement on social media - see the details below.
In a statement shared to his Instagram page Graziano wrote: “I deeply regret the events that led to my departure from Strictly. My intense passion and determination to win might have affected my training regime.
“Respecting the BBC HR process, I understand it’s best for the show that I step away.”
He continued: “While there are aspects of this story involving external influences that I can’t discuss at this time, I remain committed to being strong for my family and friends.
“I wish the Strictly family and the BBC nothing but success in the future.”
He concluded the post: “I also want to thank everyone who has supported my career, both professionally and personally. When the time is right, I will share my story.”
“They’ve both wanted to make the most of their careers and say yes to all the exciting opportunities offered to them.”
They added: “Sam opened up to Pete [Wicks, his best pal] about the situation and the pair discussed it at length. It goes to show just how genuine Sam’s friendship with Pete is and how it goes far beyond a showbiz arrangement.
“Pete gets on really well with both Sam and Zara and was keen for them to patch things up.”
Sam, who rose to fame on reality show Made In Chelsea, was reportedly set to propose to Zara in the summer.
The pair dote on their pets, with whom Zara bought the camera for.
She previously explained to Heat Magazine: “It’s so lovely to come home and hear them running to greet us.
“We genuinely love them like they’re our children, and they’re so much easier to look after, as well!”
As well as relationship drama, Zara has faced a tricky time in her personal life.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano Di Prima was axed from the BBC series after allegations of “physical incidents” towards show partner Zara.
He was fired by the BBC following claims he hit, spat at and kicked at his former celebrity partner.
Zara then broke her silence with a lengthy comment on the alleged “incidents.”