ZARA McDermott was left horrified after she was “spat on” by a man while out Christmas shopping.

The TV favourite, 28, detailed the shocking incident that took place on Tuesday afternoon – and branded it “absolutely vile”.

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Zara explained a man approached her and her brother’s girlfriend while they was picking up some last minute shopping at Lidl.

The former Strictly star shared a video of her looking mortified from outside the supermarket and said: “Guys, me and Alice are actually really shocked at what just happened.

“We were just getting some last minute Christmas bits just walking down the street, normal normal stuff and this guy out of nowhere runs up to us, spits on us, thankfully it just missed because of the wind and then walked off in the other direction.

“I can’t believe it.”

She later posted another story with the caption: “I think I would have been really shaken up if alone! Luckily I was with Alice.”

Zara added: “Had so many messages from other people having experienced the same thing in London.

“I’ve heard of men approaching women on the street and hitting them in the face also (a friend of mine had this happen to her).

“It’s completely vile.”

It comes just a few weeks after Zara reunited with her boyfriend Sam Thompson as they celebrated her birthday.

TV presenter Sam, 32, had been in Australia filming the I’m A Celebrity spin-off show Unpacked with host Joel Dommett.

Sam took to Instagram to share a gushing birthday tribute to his documentary-maker girlfriend Zara on Sunday.

He shared a string of loved-up snaps at a chic eatery in London.

Sam looked smitten to be reunited with his girlfriend, flashing a big smile and giving her a kiss on the cheek while she was sat on his lap.

Zara looked glamorous wearing an Odd Muse cream skirt and corset co-ord.

Sam captioned it: “My best friend, and soul mate….some would say my person. I’m afraid you’re stuck with me forever, happy birthday.

“I love you so much, and wow have I missed you over the past month! Here’s to another amazing year with you.”

While Zara also explained why she didn’t go to Australia with Sam.

She explained: “You guys are funny. I’ve had this question so many times! Well firstly I’m filming my documentary about stalking at the moment and it’s really not possible to take time off filming at short notice.”

Zara also said the time difference and working hours would make it tricky.

She added: “Let’s see, if he ends up going back next year for another season then I’ll defintely go out there if I can.

“Also though, I think it’s funny how people assume just because Sam is working away, I automatically should go. 

“Love you guys but I also have a job too.”

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