Samie Elishi looks chic in a red velour suit as she departs A Big Bold Beautiful Journey premiere – after reuniting with ex Sam Thompson at the NTAs

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Samie Elishi exuded elegance in a striking velvet red ensemble upon leaving the A Big Bold Beautiful Journey premiere last Thursday evening.

Previously known from Love Island, a 25-year-old personality was among several celebrities who gathered at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square for the premiere of the latest film starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell.

Samie cut a glamorous figure in the stylish two-piece, which she teamed with cream accessories.  

After her reunion with her former boyfriend, Sam Thompson, at the National Television Awards on Wednesday, she embarked on a solo venture.

Back in June, it was disclosed that the two had broken up following a two-month long relationship due to things not working out between them. Later on, Sam was connected to Stephanie Robinson, an American expert in holistic nutrition.

Despite the past, their relationship has stayed friendly, as evidenced by their recent meeting at a party last month.

This week, both individuals reunited for the most significant evening in British television broadcasting. Sam, aged 33, took charge of the red-carpet interviews, whereas Samie promoted Love Island, a show that earned a nomination in the Reality TV category.

The pair seemed cheerful while engaging in a conversation during their break in the smoking section prior to departure, appearing to have bypassed the formal afterparty gathering.

It marks the second cosy interaction between the pair in a matter of weeks. 

Recently, footage acquired by the Daily Mail showed Sam and Samie conversing during the launch party of Rehab’s Rooftop Spa, where they were accompanied by his ex-colleague from Made In Chelsea, Lucy Watson.

According to a source, Sam appeared to be in high spirits while meeting up with Samie at the rehabilitation event. They could be seen standing in line for drinks, engaging in conversation.

He softly touched her arm to ensure she took a drink, and the two of them were having a good laugh along with Lucy Watson and her companion.

During the party where Mel C delivered an outstanding performance, and everyone was dancing, Samie was always close by to Sam.

Sam and Samie frequently interacted with other guests, often returning to each other’s company. Eventually, they both left together.

In April, the pair began their romantic relationship. Subsequently, they were observed sharing a fervent kiss following their attendance at Olivia Attwood’s birthday celebration.

Sam had not been involved in a public relationship since splitting up with Zara McDermott, his partner for five years, who is currently dating ex-member of One Direction, Louis Tomlinson.

Currently, it’s generally thought that he is romantically involved with the American influencer Steph, who offers advice on wellness, gut health, and nutrition to her 170K followers on TikTok.

According to a source, it’s reported that Sam and Steph have gone out on a date and seem to be developing a relationship.

Through a shared acquaintance, they quickly arranged an in-person meeting since Steph often travels, so they seized the opportunity when she was in town.

Steph, who frequently journeys for her job as a content creator, is currently enjoying an extended stay in London, and it seems this timing could not be more perfect.

Sam appears to be truly enjoying his freedom, socializing when not at work, and broadening his horizons.

News about his new romantic involvement emerged approximately two weeks following the alleged ending of his relationship with Samie, presumably due to their conflicting work commitments.

According to a source, the Daily Mail reports that the romantic connection between Sam and Samie gradually faded due to their hectic schedules, which often left them with limited time for quality interactions. Initially, there was strong attraction between the two, but over time, their demanding timetables took a toll on their relationship.

For Sam, his breakup with Zara marked his entry into a new romantic phase. Currently, he seems more inclined towards focusing on his work instead of committing to a long-term relationship.

In July, Sam confided in his friend Pete during the podcast “Staying Relevant” that he isn’t quite prepared yet for another relationship, hinting that Louise suggests he might be interested in dating Emma Watson, known for portraying Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series.

Laughing, Pete replied: ‘I think you have more chance with the ginger fella’.

Sam mentioned, “Hey Ron! Actually, Louise suggested that I aim for the role of a British thespian. She feels it’s a bit distinct, and while ‘classy’ might not be the right term, it involves being well-off.

Pete joked: ‘Opposites attract, she wants you to go out with someone opposite to even you out.’

Affirming his intention to focus on self-improvement, Sam straight-up admitted, “I won’t be dating for a while. I need to work on myself, and right now, I’m not prepared and I’ve come to understand that.

According to the Daily Mail, Sam and Zara parted ways after five years as a couple, having spent the holiday season apart and ending their relationship on New Year’s Day.

Due to the unique living arrangement where her fiancé Ryan, their son Leo (aged 3), and her ex-boyfriend’s family reside just next door to each other in west London, Zara developed a particularly strong bond with her ex-boyfriend’s relatives.

Initially seen with singer Louis in March, the previous contestant of Love Island who later became a documentarian, has been vacationing with him in both Los Angeles and Costa Rica ever since.

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2025-09-12 11:04