Love Island's Dejon and Megan put on a loved-up display as they join their glamorous co-stars at the boozy reunion party - after he broke his silence over 'exposé' book
Leading the way, Megan and Dejon proved their romance is still going strong as they put on a loved-up display for the cameras - after he broke his silence amid news of the release of a book detailing his alleged 'gaslighting and abuse'.
Megan wowed in a daring mesh gown adorned with glittering accents and bold cut-outs, while Dejon kept it sleek in a dark-toned look.
Helena made an entrance in a black corset top paired with a flowing maxi skirt.
Emma and Andrada opted for plunging designs that highlighted their enviable figures, while Meg F commanded attention in a deep-red mini with a structured neckline.
Emily exuded elegance in a flowing ivory halter dress, and Billykiss brought the heat in a burnt-orange set that showcased her defined midriff.
Ty and Angel stepped out hand-in-hand, with the influencer dazzling in a shimmering silver co-ord.
Poppy stunned in a bold green cut-out number, while Lauren turned heads in the same striking piece worn by Emma.
Also spotted arriving were Giorgio, Boris Vidovic, Caprice Alexandra, and Will Means.
The Love Island stars kept fans in the loop throughout the evening, sharing plenty of updates on their Instagram Stories.
Winners Toni and Cach captured a tender moment on video, while Shakira joined Emma and Rheo for a playful pose.
Harry shared a lively shot alongside Dejon, and Yasmin smiled brightly next to Andrada and Alima.
Lucy linked up with Toni for a quick snap, and Cach gathered with Boris and Ty for another cheerful photo.
The night out comes after Dejon broke his silence amid news of the release of a book detailing his alleged 'gaslighting and abuse'.
Helena made an entrance in a black corset top paired with a flowing maxi skirt.
Megan F was a vision in a strapless mini dress
Poppy caught the eye in a green cut out dress
The former semi-professional footballer and personal trainer, 26, came under fire in the villa for his treatment of now-girlfriend Megan, with whom he failed to reach the final of the show earlier this month.
In announcing news of her book, Niah said: 'Dejon is a narcissist, he's manipulative. I've been telling everyone this for the past 10 years now but no one believed me.'
Following the announcement, Dejon took to Instagram to share a trio of images alongside a caption defending himself against the allegations.
In his caption, Dejon penned: 'I've stayed quiet, but that doesn't mean it hasn't affected me. I hold my self accountable for my communication and everyday I'm growing as a person, so thank you for those who see the good in me...
Dejon is the subject of a book - entitled Surviving Dejon - penned by Niah Sienna, who is said to be his brother's sister and no blood relation to the star.
'I'm not just a character on an entertainment reality tv show I'm also a human being with real emotions, some of the stuff I've seen said about me has been hard to deal with and they are the furthest thing from the truth...
'I questioned why people would do these things and it was getting me nowhere as I couldn't understand and is something I would never do to somebody else but what's kept me grounded is movement...
'Running, training, pushing myself when everything in my head feels heavy. It clears my mind, helps me breathe, reminds me of who I am outside of the noise.
'If you're struggling mentally, I get it. I really do. You don't have to have it all figured out just find that one thing that brings you back to yourself and take it one step at a time.'
The Daily Mail has contacted Dejon for comment.
It's been over a week since Toni and Cach won the twelfth series of Love Island on Monday evening, making show history in the process.
ITV shared the voting breakdown for the four couples that made it to the final, with the figures confirming it was the narrowest win since the show launched in 2015.
In total, Toni and Cach received 33.5% of the vote, with Shakira and Harry taking 26.2% - showing the result was a close call.
Yasmin and Jamie came third with 22% and Angel and Ty placed fourth with 18.3%.
With just 15% between fourth and first place, it's the closest final vote in history.
The results of the votes come after host Maya Jama, 30, announced that the couple had received the highest percentage of the public vote and would take home the £50,000 cash prize.
In announcing news of her book, Niah said: 'Dejon is a narcissist, he's manipulative. I've been telling everyone this for the past 10 years now but no one believed me'
Toni has made history as the first American contestant to enter the UK Love Island villa, and she and Cach seem set on making their relationship work despite the transatlantic distance.
The couple had a rocky beginning after meeting during Casa Amor, as it wasn't long until the pair found themselves in a major love triangle with Harrison.
Yet once Harrison decided to leave the villa with Lauren, Toni set her sights on Cach, and the pair went from strength to strength.
Toni and Cach won despite the bookies' odds revealing it was Harry and Shakira in the running to win, just hours ahead of the live final.
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