Sam Thompson confirms he and ex Zara McDermott are co-parenting their cats

Radio star Sam Thompson and Love Island star Zara McDermott shared two cats together before their shock breakup

Sam Thompson revealed he and ex-girlfriend Zara McDermott have been co-parenting the cats they got while they were still together. The split between Sam, 32, and Zara, 28, who had been together since 2019, has been a huge topic among fans but Sam has maintained a positive outlook, sharing motivational messages with his followers.

The couple lived together in Chelsea, and even shared two designer cats together called Albus and Cedric. The reality stars regularly shared sweet photos and videos of the duo with the adorable cats but custody of the animals became a concern when they went their separate ways.

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While Zara has been enjoying a sunny break in Dubai, which saw rumoured new love interest Louis Tomlinson like her Instagram photos within minutes of it being uploaded, Sam was at home with cats.

Taking to his social media page, he took a selfie while cradling one of the cats as he smiled at the camera. He wrote: “Miss you” in the caption along with an 'emotional face' emoji and a red love heart emoji.

It was previously believed Zara took custody of the cats after she moved out of their plush Chelsea home. Zara posted a video of herself taking her beloved Albus for a walk on a lead – suggesting that she has taken the cats with her after moving out of the home she shared with Sam.

However, fans also believed Zara and Sam were still sharing their time with their beloved pets, and Zara simply went to take Albus on a walk before bringing him back to the house he was raised in.

Sam previously mentioned his cats while appearing on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2023, which he soon went on to win after becoming a hit with fans.

He said he understood Jamie Lynn Spears' upset at leaving her children behind in the US as he brought up his cats.

Sam told the sister of Britney Spears: “I get it man, I've got two cats at home – Albus and Cedric – little fluffy men. Know what I mean? So I get it. Not kids, but I get it.”

Meanwhile, Zara recently posted snaps of her gorgeous look while enjoying a break in Dubai. She looked elegant as she tucked her hair back into an effortless bun with two face framing bangs.

She kept accessories minimal with a set of dainty gem encrusted earrings and clear heels. Zara kept her caption simple penning: “First night x,” alongside a black heart emoji.

Within five short minutes of the post going live, former One Direction star Louis had already shown his appreciation. One fan even pointed out the Louis' sisters had also shown the post some love. “Louis, Phoebe and Lottie liked it!!,” they exclaimed.

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