Zara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson kiss for the first time in public as she leaves his Malibu home after night together
ZARA McDermott and Louis Tomlinson kissed for the FIRST time in public as she left his home in Malibu.
The Strictly star, 28, and the former One Direction singer, 33, enjoyed an intimate moment outside the property before she prepared to head to the airport.
Louis could be seen leaning in for a kiss as he tenderly grabbed Zara and pulled her closer to him.
They then shared a smooch on the driveway as Louis tightly gripped her blue jumper.
Their affectionate display has given fans a glimpse of their growing closeness, just weeks after The Sun revealed they were dating.
The snaps come just an hours after Zara’s ex Sam Thompson appeared on ITV’s This Morning for an Easter segment.
Heartbroken Sam, who split form Zara in December after five years together, has struggled with the break-up.
He has openly spoken about finding it tough on his podcast with best pal Pete Wicks, while The Sun revealed that he was left “blindsided” by her new romance with Louis.
Zara wore a blue tracksuit and Adidas sneakers, while Louis also went for a casual look in a black hoodie, tracksuit and black socks.
After having their goodbye kiss, the pair were seen strolling hand-in-hand down the driveway towards a car waiting for Zara.
The former reality star flashed a big smile after spending the night with her new beau at the luxury pad.
The ex-Love Island star was seen getting into the passenger seat of the car, while carrying a jacket and a bottle of water in her hand.
Documentary-maker Zara looked fresh-faced with minimal makeup and wearing an oversized pair of glasses.
Just days ago, they were spotted looking loved up as they held hands on their Californian holiday.
The couple – whose relationship is going from strength to strength – were spotted on a romantic stroll in Malibu.
Looking happy and relaxed in each other’s company, Zara and Louis wore casual clothes to head to Soho Beach House where they enjoyed a late lunch by the ocean.
The twosome looked deep in conversation as they shared a laugh and sweetly walked hand in hand together.
A source said: “Louis and Zara are exclusive and aren’t seeing anyone else.
“Louis is totally smitten with Zara and she feels the same about him.”
It was the first time they’ve been pictured as a couple since their cosy dinner date in March.
Zara today launched her new swim and gym-wear range, Rise by Zara McDermott, for New Look.
She shared stunning snaps of herself wearing her collection’s must-have pieces on her Instagram page, while enjoying her holiday with One Direction star Louis.
The new couple had been snapped through the window enjoying £100 fish and chips together after getting to know each other out of the spotlight.
Then last week they jetted out to spend time together in Los Angeles, where they both posted videos from a Stereophonics gig at The Wiltern theatre.
Insiders claim Louis has already introduced Zara to his family.
A source told The Sun: “Louis and Zara are totally hooked on each other.
“They have kept everything very low key so far but their relationship is getting more serious.
“Zara has been busy filming a new documentary for the BBC but she scheduled in a break to get away with her family, then spend some time with Louis.
“She is really happy and has found someone very special in Louis.
Sam’s heartbreak
Sam, 32, who split with the Love Island star just four months ago, was spotted out in London just days after new photos of his ex and Louis.
The Made In Chelsea alum dressed casually in a denim jacket and a black T-shirt while making his way back home.
The star looked downcast as he was seen strolling through Chelsea.
Hours before Zara and singer Louis were photographed, Sam posted a snap of himself kissing Albus – the cat he and Zara share.
Sam has opened up on his feelings about the split on podcasts admitting that he’s struggled and is feeling “terrified” about where he goes from here.