Sam Thompson says he won’t just be a ‘yes man’ as he reveals career shake up after ‘mad two years’ and Zara split

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Sam Thompson says he won’t just be a ‘yes man’ as he reveals career shake up

SAM Thompson has said he won’t just be a ‘yes man’ as he revealed his career shake up after a ‘mad two years’ and split from Zara. 

The Made in Chelsea star’s five-year relationship ended in December, with Zara having since moved on with One Direction star Louis Tomlinson. 

Sam Thompson on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!
Sam Thompson has said he won’t just be a ‘yes man’
Sam Thompson on the set of Love Island: Aftersun.
The star revealed his career shake up after a ‘mad two years’
Zara McDermott and Sam Thompson posing together outdoors.
Zara and Sam split at the start of the year

And while Sam has dipped his toe into the dating pool, enjoying a short-lived romance with Love Island’s Samie Elishi, the star revealed that next year will be his year to sit back and figure out what it is that he wants.

Reflecting on his busy year as a Love Island Aftersun host, Hits radio and podcast presenter with Pete Wicks and all-round face of showbiz, Sam revealed plans to “stop being a yes man.” 

Speaking to The Sun on behalf of M&Ms Couch Confessions , Sam said: “Do you know what, it’s a weird answer, but I think it’s time to take it easy, I really do. 

“I’ve been so incredibly lucky, and the last few years have been a whirlwind – from the jungle to Love Island. Just so much stuff. 

“So next year, I want to really consolidate and figure out what it is that I want to do, and not just be a yes man. I feel like I’m lucky enough to be in a position where I really can.

“And I want to decide what it is I actually want to do – maybe that’s something really important, and find out what my legacy will be.”

Just a couple of years ago, Sam fronted a documentary on ADHD and it was very well received by Channel 4 audiences. 

Now, he’s keen to get back into documentary making and do more of the same. 

The star went on: “I want to do a documentary – the response to my one on ADHD was so good and I loved it so I want to do more of that.

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“And I’d also like to do more things like the run I did earlier this year. I’ve taken a lot from this industry. I’m very grateful for that taking, but I’d love to give a little bit too. 


“So yeah, a documentary, maybe another challenge, something like that and sort of relax more and take time for myself.

“I’d like to spend a bit of time on myself and actually sort of like, you know, figure out what I- want to do.Self-reflection. It’s been a mad two years.”

On the topic of working on himself, Sam’s best friend Pete Wicks recently quizzed him on his ‘glow up’ – having spruced himself up since becoming single.

Sam said: “Oh, God, I think I’ve done everything I can do.

“I’ve done whatever it is that I can do, because I’m aware that I looked like f***ing shit.

“No, no, I am aware of that. I’ve looked at photos, I’ve looked at videos, I’ve been like, my God, you’re a piece of s***.

“It was a pretty tough time back then. I was thinking ‘God, you really let yourself go.’

“Now I’ve got myself to a place where I’m like, I feel like I’m happy and I’m comfortable in my own skin again, if you know what I mean.”

Sam was chatting to The Sun about all things telly while enjoying some M&M’S, to launch Couch Confessions, a playful new pop-up experience coming to Battersea on 5th August, built around Britain’s funniest (and most relatable) TV-watching habits.

He opened up on his own TV watching habits, saying: “I’m a pauser, I’m a talker, I’m a sub-titler, I’m a tea maker, I’m a fiddler.” 

The 33-year-old also said he was keen to buy a slanket, which boasts the unique features arm holes, foot pockets, and areas for snacks, so he could share it with his cats. 

Asked if his best mate Pete would be accompanying him in the slanket, Sam was quick to say: “I’m not sharing it with anyone at the moment, it’ll just be me and my cats in the slanket.” 

 M&Ms Couch Confessions, it’s more fun together.

Sam Thompson running, wearing a vest and shorts with Soccer Aid branding.
Sam is keen to get back into documentary making and do more challenges like his run
Sam Thompson and Scarlett Moffatt hosting a TV show.
The TV favourite spoke on behalf of M&Ms

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