Looking back: Peter Andre's visit to Taunton

He visited the town four years ago, in March 2017.

We took a look back in our archives to see what you said about the star...

THOUSANDS of people turned out to see Taunton’s favourite celebrity.

Peter Andre was at Taunton’s Orchard Shopping Centre from noon until 3pm to launch his new fragrance “Timeless”.

Peter Andre has a lovely message of thanks to everyone reading at the County Gazette and everyone who came to visit him.

The town was buzzing with excitement in anticipation for the former Im A Celeb star’s arrival.

Pete spent more than three hours talking to fans, signing autographs and taking photos.

Queues were long in the Orchard Centre waiting to meet the star.

Trish Caller, from Genius PR and Events, organised Pete’s visit to Taunton.

She said she’s so pleased with the event and how good it is for Taunton.

Pamela Stenner had been waiting since 10am.

She said: “We follow him basically everywhere he goes.

“I’ve got his perfume and it smells lovely.”

Sue Schroder says she is a “massive fan” and has been waiting for an hour and a half.

Little Ellie was so excited to meet Pete she was in tears. She says she’s loved him for ages.

Pete kindly turned around and spotted Ellie in the crowd.

He gave her a hug and took a selfie with her for her Snapchat.