Zara McDermott appears to be moving forward after her highly publicized breakup with Sam Thompson, 

and fans are speculating that she may have found comfort in the company of One Direction star Louis Tomlinson. 

The former Love Island contestant, who ended her five-year relationship with Sam in December, has been the subject of growing speculation 

after some intriguing social media activity caught the attention of fans.

Clues Spark Dating Speculation

Social media detectives were quick to notice that Zara recently followed Louis Tomlinson on Instagram—an act that, on its own, might not raise eyebrows. 

However, what fueled speculation even further was the fact that Louis, along with his sisters Lottie, Daisy, and Phoebe, all followed Zara back. This mutual engagement has led to growing rumors that there may be more than just a casual acquaintance between the two.

One fan took to Reddit to share their observations, writing: “I’ve read a lot of rumors that Louis is in a relationship with Zara McDermott. They recently started following each other on Instagram. She follows all of his sisters, and they follow her back.”

Could It Be More Than Friendship?

While the Instagram follows have stirred curiosity, some fans remain skeptical about jumping to conclusions. One user dismissed the speculation, saying: “Just because he followed her? Weird! I’m sure he follows a lot of people.” Another pointed out that despite all the rumors, Zara has not been spotted at any of Louis’ recent shows, adding: “People were saying, ‘Watch. She will be at his show today.’ I haven’t seen any evidence of that.”

Moreover, past comments made by Louis suggest he might not be inclined to date someone from the reality TV world. A fan recalled: “He said in the past that he has no time for anyone that has anything to do with Love Island.” This statement has led some to question whether a romance between him and Zara is truly on the cards.

A Professional Connection Instead?

While romance rumors are dominating online conversations, some fans have proposed an alternative theory. Zara has built a strong career in documentary filmmaking, having worked on various investigative projects. Meanwhile, there have been rumors that the Tomlinson family is interested in producing a documentary, possibly centered around Louis’ journey and his family’s experiences.

One fan speculated: “I think there is a documentary about the Tomlinsons being produced since the sisters are interested in being England’s version of the Kardashians. Zara has worked on documentaries, maybe she is involved with that.”

This theory suggests that rather than a romantic relationship, Zara and Louis’ recent social media interactions could be linked to a potential professional collaboration.

Moving On from Sam Thompson

Regardless of the nature of her relationship with Louis, it is clear that Zara is focusing on the next chapter of her life following her split from Sam Thompson. The former couple had been living together, but after their breakup, Zara moved out of their shared home. Although neither Zara nor Sam has publicly addressed the specifics of their split, sources close to the pair have indicated that it was a difficult but mutual decision.

Sam has since been keeping busy with his television career, while Zara appears to be exploring new opportunities, whether in romance, career, or both.

What’s Next for Zara and Louis?

For now, there is no official confirmation that Zara and Louis are dating. While their Instagram interactions have sparked excitement among fans, it remains to be seen whether this is simply a new friendship, a professional collaboration, or the beginning of something more.

Whether or not romance is on the horizon, one thing is certain—both Zara and Louis continue to be in the public eye, and fans will undoubtedly keep a close watch on their next moves.

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