James Lock has insisted he has "nothing but love and respect" for Megan Barton-Hanson after enjoying a whirlwind romance on Celebrity Ex On The Beach.The TOWIE star, 35, said he "automatically connected" with the Love Island beauty, 27, and that they are still "very good friends" despite things not working out outside the villa.
It comes after a Celebrity Ex On The Beach teaser sees James and Megan kissing while the latter has confessed during the first two episodes that she fancies James.
Asked whether they had an "instant spark", James exclusively told OK! : "Yeah, it's mad because we knew about each other, I fancied Megan, and from what I know, Megan found me attractive.
I think she's stunning, she's beautiful! Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter . "But it was something, you know when your paths don't quite cross?
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