**Sam Thompson Opens Up About Embarrassing Dating Blunder Involving Unkempt Bathroom**
Television personality Sam Thompson has spoken candidly about an awkward moment that recently unfolded during a date at his home, providing an amusing yet relatable tale for his fans and listeners. Thompson, best known for his tenure on the reality series ‘Made in Chelsea’, discussed his mishap on a recent episode of his podcast, ‘Staying Relevant’, co-hosted with fellow reality star Pete Wicks.
Thompson, 32, revealed that the incident took place not long after his breakup with his long-time partner, Zara McDermott. Candidly admitting he was ‘quite hungover’ at the time, Thompson recounted how he invited a woman to his house for a casual get-together, complete with home-cooked steak. However, what he hoped would be a pleasant evening quickly turned red-faced after his guest made a discovery in his downstairs bathroom.
According to Thompson, the misadventure began innocently enough. “If you’re cooking for someone, especially in the early days of dating, it’s crucial to make sure everything is in order, particularly the bathroom,” he reflected during the podcast. As events unfolded, his guest excused herself to visit the loo but soon returned with an unexpected and slightly mortifying observation.
“She came back upstairs and told me, ‘I just want to make clear that whatever’s downstairs wasn’t me.’” Thompson described being struck by panic and embarrassment, particularly as the two had only just met. “In that moment, my hangover got even worse. She wanted me to know she hadn’t caused the mess, and honestly, I was so embarrassed,” he shared.
The conversation apparently continued for several minutes, with both Thompson and his date repeatedly insisting they weren’t responsible for the bathroom mishap. Attempting to deflect suspicion, Thompson explained that he’d previously had friends over for drinks and conjectured that one of them must have been the culprit. “We both went back and forth, neither one of us willing to own up—and for good reason!”
Adding to the comedic value of the story, Thompson admitted to feeling his cheeks flush with embarrassment and breaking out into a sweat as they awkwardly discussed the subject. “You know when you’re just wishing you could disappear? That was me—bright red and desperate for the topic to change,” he recounted.
Alongside this incident, Thompson also lifted the lid on his efforts to maintain good manners with house guests. He explained a quirky morning ritual: if he needs to pass wind when he wakes up next to someone, he quietly excuses himself to use the spare room’s bathroom rather than risk embarrassment. “For some reason, I always get stomach cramps in the morning. Instead of making it awkward, I get out of bed, head to the other bathroom, and do what I need to do. I reckon it’s just respectful,” he joked.
These admissions provide a glimpse into the sometimes less-than-glamorous realities of dating, especially under the public eye. Thompson’s willingness to share such relatable and vulnerable moments with his audience has been praised by fans for its honesty and humour. The story serves as a reminder that even celebrities grapple with the everyday awkwardnesses of life.
Listeners to the podcast were quick to commend the former reality star for his openness and for seeing the funny side of his ordeal. Many expressed that such anecdotes are precisely what make Thompson’s sharing so authentic and entertaining.
Ultimately, while the incident may have caused some embarrassment in the moment, it is clear that Sam Thompson is able to laugh about his mishaps—and help others feel less alone in their own moments of dating awkwardness.