Zara McDermott explains why she isn’t going to see Sam in Australia

Zara McDermott won't be heading out to Oz

The 'Made In Chelsea' star has swiftly become one of the most popular contestants on the show this year.

Sam Thompson has even become favourite to win the show, which comes as no surprise to viewers, but Zara recently revealed she won't be going to see him when he leaves the jungle.

Sam's best friend Pete Wicks will be going instead because Sam thought Zara would still be taking part in Strictly.

She told her Instagram followers, "Pete is going. We've had a few laughs and jokes about this.

"But in all seriousness; Sam thought I was still going to be in Strictly (bless him, the optimism ), so Pete cleared his whole diary for 2/3 weeks to be there," she explained.

Zara also confirmed she has a lot of ongoing projects she needs to commit to.

The reality star explained that it was "impossible to clear everything".

"I also have had to rush back to work as soon as Strictly finished to finish two of my documentaries before Xmas which I am currently abroad filming. We also have training for our final Strictly number," she revealed.

"Sam was so excited by the idea of Pete being there anyway that he was happy for me to be waiting for him back at base."

She may not be able to fly out to see Sam, but there's no doubt the former 'Love Island' star is proud of him.

Zara said she's hosting a huge party for Sam when he returns home to London.

"I'm obviously a bit sad not to be there though. But I am throwing a huge party for all our family & friends on the final night (keeping fingers crossed he's in it!!! so I'm in charge of hosting everyone at home!"

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