Reality TV star Pete Wicks, often known for his rugged charm and fiery personality on TOWIE, has just revealed a side of himself that left fans speechless. The 36-year-old joined forces with Humane Society International (HSI) on a daring mission in South Korea — where he helped rescue over 170 dogs destined for the brutal dog meat trade.
For years, whispers surrounded the cruel industry, but few expected a British TV celebrity to step foot inside a farm of horrors. Pete did — and what he witnessed changed him forever.
“The suffering was unimaginable,” Pete admitted. “Cages stacked high, eyes staring back at me, animals waiting for a fate they should never face. I couldn’t just turn away.”
🔥 A Fight Beyond the Spotlight
While fans know him as a ladies’ man on reality TV, Pete has quietly spent years lending his voice to animal welfare campaigns. With HSI, he didn’t just pose for photos — he rolled up his sleeves, working with local rescuers to shut down a slaughterhouse and transport the terrified dogs to safety.
🐾 More Than Dogs — A Stand for All Animals
This wasn’t a one-off stunt. Pete has repeatedly spoken out against cruel practices worldwide — from the caging of animals in inhumane conditions to the destruction of wildlife habitats. Fans who once admired his tattoos and tough-guy persona are now praising his compassion.
Social media lit up with comments:
“Never thought I’d cry over a TOWIE star. What a hero.”
“This is the Pete Wicks the world needs — fearless, compassionate, real.”
💬 His Message to the World
Pete’s mission highlights not just the plight of dogs in South Korea, but a bigger fight for animal welfare globally. “Every animal deserves kindness,” he said firmly. “If you see suffering, don’t look away. Do something.”
As fans continue to debate his personal life and TV career, one thing is clear: Pete Wicks’ real legacy may not be on reality television at all — but in the lives of 170 dogs who now have a second chance at life.