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Wales Online
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Former ITV Love Island winners have a hilarious way of dealing with split rumours
Former ITV Love Island winners have a hilarious way of dealing with split rumours The pair have been plagued by break-up rumours since leaving the villa Sammy Root and Elma Pazar coupled up on Love Island All Stars (Image: ITV ) Love Island favourites Sammy Root and Elma Pazar have found themselves at the centre of split rumours again and again since their time in the iconic ITV villa. he pair, who exited the Love Island: All Stars villa as an item in February, have seemingly maintained a strong bond since then. Their paths had previously crossed on ITV's The Only Way is Essex, where they "flirted a little bit" but didn't really connect beyond their time on the show. However, when 24-year-old Sammy made his bombshell entrance into All Stars, he was clearly smitten with Elma. Despite enjoying a blossoming romance, the couple faced scrutiny in April following a vague TikTok by Elma, 32, which led fans to believe she was hinting at Sammy being a 'red flag.' Yet, it's not just the video causing a stir among their followers; Sammy suggests that even "the tiniest" actions can spark split rumours, reports OK! They revealed how they privately respond to split rumours (Image: Instagram/ @elmapazar ) The couple, only a few months into their relationship, have already established a private strategy for dealing with such speculation. In a candid chat with OK! Magazine's Screen Time team, Sammy revealed: "I don't really know where the rumours come from. Its usually the tiniest little thing; I could post carrousel pictures and it won't have her in it or she'll do the same to me, and then apparently we broke up." Article continues below Despite the unfounded gossip, the reality TV personality recognises that some Love Island fans are deeply "passionate" about following the journeys of former contestants. "I think when people watch the show they get attached to the couples, which is understandable," he acknowledged. He elaborated: "I think some people probably get a bit passionate about each couple. So they like to see pictures of you with each other. Whenever I'm posting content and I'm not with Elma. There's always comments saying 'Where's Elma?'" Try ITVX Premium free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £59.99 £0 ITVX Get ITVX Premium here Product Description ITVX Premium offers exclusive ad-free content that can be streamed on-demand and on the go, with everything from Hollywood blockbusters to bingeable British box sets. An annual plan costs £59.99 – equal to £4.99 per month – after a seven-day free trial. Regarding how they react to rumours, they take it in stride. "If I see anything about us being broken [up] out, I'll just DM it to Elma and we'll just laugh about it," Sammy shared. The ITV favourite added: "I'll ring her and say 'look what I've just sent you' and it'll be a post saying Sammy and Elma just broke up. And we would've just been sat on the sofa eating caramel nibbles." There have also been speculations among their followers suggesting that they were together before 'meeting' on Love Island: All Stars. Some eagle-eyed fans have spotlighted Instagram exchanges between the pair from 2024, alleging these demonstrate they'd been secretly involved after their encounter on TOWIE. Sammy and Elma left Love Island: All Stars together (Image: Ricardo De Leca/ITV/Shutterstock ) However, Sammy has dispelled such notions with good humour, dismissing the idea that social media interactions suggest an undisclosed romance. "What everyone doesn't understand is everything that they've seen on TOWIE is the full extent of what happened," Sammy insisted. "There was nothing that happened behind closed doors. Elma and I never even kissed or spent any time together. We just we flirted a little bit and filmed a couple of scenes for the show." Since his departure from the ITV series, the former Love Island champion has now delved into the world of horology, operating his own watch raffle business, The Watch Draw. Article continues below Sign up to get the gossip from inside the villa through our free Love Island newsletter Factor 50. Love Island returns to ITV2 and ITVX on Monday, June 9th
Daily Mirror
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island's Sammy Root breaks silence on Elma Pazar split rumours
Love Island and TOWIE star Sammy Root has broken his silence following rumours he'd split from co-star Elma Pazar months after leaving the villa It's been three months since Sammy Root, 24, and Elma Pazar, 32, left the Love Island: All Stars villa together. Upon leaving the villa, the pair were welcomed back by their TOWIE castmates who through a celebratory brunch, and fans watched their new relationship unfold on camera. Off camera, the pair continued to post on social media, although fans recently noticed a shift in how often they post. Last month, rumours escalated further when Elma posted a 'cryptic TikTok' in which fans feared she branded her partner a "red flag". Sammy has now set the record straight, and revealed exactly why we don't see much of the couple online anymore. Plus, he reveals the full extent of his relationship with Elma before Love Island. Speaking exclusively to the Mirror, Sammy, who won the show in 2023 with ex Jess Harding, said: "It's going well. We're just doing our own thing, staying as private as we can. Once you've been in the public eye, you'll always get people's opinions so we keep ourselves to ourselves really." Although Sammy declared "a private life is a happy life," the star is aware that with that, comes speculation of a split. Sammy doesn't let the outside noise get to him, although he revealed that the words affect Elma that little bit more. "I'm very good at blocking outside noise, I don't let it get to me," he said. "I think Elma probably lets it get to her a little bit more, which is why I'm here to bring her back down to Earth." Sammy continued: "You're always going to have people saying stuff whatever you're doing, that's just part of life. You've got to get used to outside noise and block it out really." Elma had a rocky start to her Love Island: All Stars journey, after things didn't work out with Ronnie Vint. However, as soon as her TOWIE co-star Sammy Root walked through the door, sparks through and the pair only had eyes for each other throughout. It wasn't the first time fans had seen chemistry between the two onscreen. The pair had previously been flirty on TOWIE - with many sceptics believing their "plan" was to go in Love Island together. However, Sammy has now revealed that there was nothing going on between the two away from the TOWIE cameras. "Neither of us had a clue each other was going in," he said. "I think everyone overestimated this connection we had. We'd filmed on TOWIE and maybe flirted a little bit, but what you guys saw was the full extent of it. There was nothing going on behind closed doors. We never really texted, we never kissed or anything." TOWIE fans have seen Sammy and Elma's relationship play out post-villa in the most recent series, and fans can expect to see more of their relationship in Portugal next season "We're flying out to Portugal soon to to film a new season, which I'm very excited for, so hopefully we can show you guys a little bit more of me and Elma when we're out there," he said.
Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island: All Stars' Sammy Root, 23, and Elma Pazar, 32, shut down split rumours as couple enjoy romantic dinner date
Love Island: All Stars finalists Elma Pazar and Sammy Root shut down rumours they have split in an Instagram post on Tuesday. The couple, who also star together on TOWIE, proved their relationship is still on as they enjoyed a romantic dinner date at Alec's Restaurant Bar & Grill in Brentwood. Sammy confirmed they are still going from strength to strength as he filmed the glamorous reality star walking into the eatery. In recent weeks, the pair set tongues wagging after Elma took to TikTok to share a video about 'red flags'. In the post, Elma flashed her toned abs in a black crop top and jeans as she danced to the song Revolving Door by Tate McRae. Writing over the video Elma penned: 'When he takes hours to reply…' She added in the caption: 'It's giving [red flag emoji] but here we are [shrugging shoulders, rolling eyes emoji].' Hundreds of fans liked one concerned message from a follower that asked: 'sammy???' while another followed up 'i will actually crash out if they end things [sic].' Elma and Sammy - who ended up in fifth place - have been questioned over their significant age gap, with some fans hinting their romance was more of a 'showmance' on screen. Last month, the couple stepped out for a swanky dinner as he gave followers a sneak peek into Gordon Ramsay 's restaurant Lucky Cat. Taking to his Instagram stories, Sammy showed their table for two and followed capturing a glamorous Elma, who flashed a glowing smile. The reality beauty looked effortlessly stunning as she was seen lifting a glass of wine, sporting a black strapless top. 'Date night,' he simply captioned alongside a white heart emoji. Previously during the last instalment of the ITV show, viewers begged ITV to 'wrap this show up' after learning about the nine-year age gap between the coupl e - reacting to the 'very weird' match. In recent weeks, the pair set tongues wagging after Elma took to TikTok to share a video about 'red flags' Last month, the couple stepped out for a swanky dinner as he gave followers a sneak peek into Gordon Ramsay 's restaurant Lucky Cat The romance blossomed quickly inside the villa after the project manager arrived in the villa as a bombshell. The pair have also both starred in TOWIE, with Elma joining the cast in 2022 as a regular cast member, followed by Sammy in 2024. Viewers were quick to pick up on the difference between Sammy, who won the dating series in 2023 with ex Jess Harding, and Elma, who appeared in 2019 on the fifth series, writing on X: 'Sorry Elma is 32 and Sammy is 23 - ain't no way #loveisland'; 'Elma and Sammy are 32 & 23… #LoveIsland'; 'I like Elma and Sammy but that age gap is definitely something…. #LoveIsland'; 'So Sammy is 23 and Elma is 32. That's a BIG gap!#LoveIslandAllStars'; 'Sammy 23 and Elma 32? Wrap this show up #LoveIsland'; 'Ummm Sammy is 23years old & Elma is big 31 years old #LoveIsland'; 'Damn, totally forgot how young Sammy was first time round. Going for Elma (Towie co) 9 years his junior is.. Hmm! #LoveIslandAllStars'. Eventually, Casey O'Gorman and Gabby Allen were crowned winners of the villa by host Maya Jama.
Daily Record
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Love Island All Stars couple spark split rumours after awkward TikTok
Rumours of a breakup are swirling around a Love Island All Stars couple just two months following their reunion in the villa after they released a somewhat uneasy TikTok. Elma Pazar, 32, and Sammy Root, 23, previously knew each other from their days on The Only Way Is Essex , but it wasn't until their stint on Love Island earlier this year that they explored a romantic relationship. Since leaving the villa, the duo has been keeping fans informed about their blossoming relationship through social media updates and appearances on the ITV program. But now, followers are growing concerned after a TikTok posted by Elma seemed to call Sammy a "red flag". In the video, Elma is seen wearing a black crop top and jeans while dancing to Tate McRae's "Revolving Door." Overlaid text on the clip penned by Elma reads: "When he takes hours to reply..." She further hinted at trouble with her caption that stated: "It's giving [red flag emoji] but here we are [shrugging shoulders, rolling eyes emoji]." The comments section quickly filled with fan speculation reports the Mirror ; one person queried: "SAMMY?" while another lamented: "I will actually crash out if they end things." Yet, calming matters, a fan suggested: "I think it's just relatable content," which received a like from Elma herself. Additionally, fellow co-star and flatmate Courtney Green dropped a comment saying: "Love you." The entire TOWIE cast is showing full support for the lovebirds as their welcome home brunch, organised by their friends, featured prominently in the new season of the show. Securing fifth place on the show, the loved-up pair were captured on camera as they entered a venue to cheers and applause from their excited friends. Co-stars such as Harry Derbidge, Chloe Meadows, Matilda Draper, and Roman Hackett were all present, eagerly anticipating the couple's return to Essex. In the latest series, viewers have seen the duo enjoying romantic dates and openly sharing details of their blossoming relationship with previous cast members. Elma has recently settled into a new living arrangement with her best friend Courtney Green after parting ways with Callum Bushby, her partner of seven years. While not officially residing there, the two often jest about Sammy being their impromptu third roommate due to the significant amount of time he spends at their place. Post Love Island final in February, there was fan conjecture around whether Sammy and Elma had already been an item before joining the villa. Despite the rumours, Sammy dismissed the notion. Commenting on the rumours about their pre-show relationship, Sammy spoke candidly to The Sun, stating: "Don't get me wrong, I definitely tried my best but she kept batting me away," before adding, "Me and Elma have never even kissed until the terrace." Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island couple spark split fears after star accuses boyfriend of being a 'red flag' in awkward TikTok
It's only been a few months since the Love Island All Stars couples left the South African villa - but now one more couple have sparked split fears after an awkward TikTok A Love Island All Stars couple have sparked split rumours just two months after being reunited in the villa after posting an "awkward" TikTok. Elma Pazar, 32, and Sammy Root, 23, were already familiar with one another having both starred on The Only Way Is Essex. However, the pair hadn't fully explored their romantic connection until they entered the Love Island villa earlier this year. The pair have been keeping their social media followers updated on their relationship ever since, and have even showcased their budding love on the ITVBe show. However, fans have now expressed concern for the couple after a TikTok from Elma where fans thought she was calling Sammy a "red flag". In the clip, Elma can be seen dressed up in a black crop top and jeans as she danced along to the song Revolving Door by Tate McRae. Writing over the video Elma penned: 'When he takes hours to reply…' Further writing in the caption, she said: "It's giving [red flag emoji] but here we are [shrugging shoulders, rolling eyes emoji]." Fans rushed to the comments to speculate as one wrote: "SAMMY?" Another wrote: "I will actually crash out if they end things." However, replying to the thread, another fan wrote: "I think it's just relatable content," a comment which Elma herself liked. Further down, Elma's co-star and housemate Courtney Green penned: "Love you." The whole TOWIE cast are rooting for the pair as their welcome home brunch, thrown by the cast, was showcased on the new season of the show. The couple, who came in fifth place on the show were filmed walking into a venue to a group of their pals screaming and clapping for them. Co-stars Harry Derbidge, Chloe Meadows, Matilda Draper and Roman Hackett were all in attendance, eagerly waiting for the couple to return to Essex. Throughout the new series, the couple have been filmed heading on dates, and gushing about their romance to their former co-stars. Elma recently moved in with best friend Courtney Green after her split from her ex Callum Bushby after seven years together. Despite not officially living their, the duo joke Sammy is their third housemate after spending a large amount of time there. In February, following the Love Island finale, fans speculated whether Sammy and Elma were already dating before they entered the villa. However, he claimed it wasn't the case. Sammy addressed the rumours that the couple had been secretly dating before the show began. Speaking to The Sun, Sammy explained: 'Don't get me wrong, I definitely tried my best but she kept batting me away,' he said, "Me and Elma have never even kissed until the terrace.'
