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‘Love Island: USA' Season 6 Stars Rob and Kendall React to JaNa and Kenny's Unexpected Split
'Love Island: USA' Season 6 Stars Rob and Kendall React to JaNa and Kenny's Unexpected Split originally appeared on Parade. Yup, you read that right. After almost a year of (officially) dating, Love Island: USA season 6 fan favorites JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez have called it quits, and their castmates are already speaking out about the situation. On Sunday (July 27), fans noticed that JaNa had not only unfollowed her partner on Instagram, but she deleted every photo she had ever posted with Kenny — and untagged Kenny from her biography — as well as turned off her comments on the app. Because of this, Love Island: USA fans were disabled from weighing in with their thoughts and speculation, but that did not stop the press... With the media quick to spread the news like wildfire — jumping to conclusions that the Love Island: USA finalists had called it quits — its safe to say that Love Island: USA alumni (and friends of both JaNa and Kenny) Rob Rausch and Kendall Washington did not see this coming, as they were enjoying a midday meal with TikToker Josh Richards when the news broke. Related: During said meal, Josh happened to be live streaming via Twitch, accidentally capturing the pair's reaction to JaNa and Kenny's split. " Looks like there's some drama post-life after the villa," the 23-year-old said to the camera during the stream, which then panned to Rob and Kendall glancing at their phones and whispering to one another. With some tension in the air — seemingly feeling guilty that he unintentionally broke the news via his Twitch stream — the social media sensation then stepped outside to address the situation, admitting that he's "not a messy guy" and "would never try to get a clip here." Josh continued, "I think they're actually like, 'I missed, 'What the hell's going on?' Chat was saying that there's some drama between some of island people. Something's going on. We don't know though. We're not filled in. Sorry, sorry, sorry. I can't, sorry." Nevertheless, fans had a field day in the comment section of a TikTok video clipping the live stream, having a great deal of respect for Kendall and Rob (mainly the latter) for keeping quiet regarding the sticky situation. "Kendall is messy af and he stayed completely silent out of respect for JaNa. That says something 😭😭," one user wrote, while another added, "I like how Rob wasn't baited into reacting 😭." A third gushed, "I actually admire how Rob moves outside the villa. He doesn't chase clout by talking about people he cares about. You can tell he cares about JaNa." Will either JaNa or Kenny break their silence, spilling what really went down between them? Needless to say, we will be keeping up with both parties on Instagram (@janacraig_ and @kennyrodriguez) until further notice. 'Love Island: USA' Season 6 Stars Rob and Kendall React to JaNa and Kenny's Unexpected Split first appeared on Parade on Jul 28, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
USA Today
2 days ago
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Cierra Ortega reveals if she will be at the 'Love Island: USA' reunion
Cierra Ortega was removed from "Love Island: USA" Season 7 after her past use of a racial slur resurfaced. Cierra Ortega will not be attending the "Love Island: USA" Season 7 reunion. "At this point in time, I will not be at the reunion," she said in a nearly 10-minute TikTok video posted on July 27. "So I feel lighter knowing that my perspective, my thoughts, my feelings and my emotions is out there." The 25-year-old left the villa during the July 6 episode after past social media posts resurfaced showing her using a racist slur against people of Asian descent. On the show, her exit was attributed to a "personal" situation. She later apologized and confirmed that her exit stemmed from posts "where I was very naively using an incredibly offensive and derogatory term," she said in a social media video. "I had no idea that the word held as much pain, as much harm, and came with the history that it did, or I never would have used it," she said at the time. Streaming service Peacock declined to comment about Ortega's absence from the reunion when contacted by USA TODAY. 'Love Island: USA': Cierra Ortega's apology, cancel culture and why Gen Z has a big problem 'Beginning to close this chapter of my life' Ortega opened up about her experience on the dating reality show in a series of lengthy TikTok videos posted July 27. She briefly addressed her absence from the show's upcoming reunion, which will air in August. While Ortega confirmed she won't be attending the reunion, she didn't say whether the decision was made by her or by Peacock. "I think this is the first step for me in moving on and beginning to close this chapter of my life," she said. "And I'm never gonna shy away from the fact that the experience did end negatively because of my own actions, and that's something that I'll have to deal with." Cierra Ortega reveals how producers told her she was leaving 'Love Island: USA' In another TikTok video posted July 27, Ortega revealed how producers told her she would be leaving the villa. She said a producer pulled her for what she thought was a routine check-in on July 4. "They just told me point blank, 'There's been some posts that have surfaced on your social media that don't align with our values, they don't align with the network's values, and we don't have any choice but to remove you from the show,'" she said. How to watch 'Love Island: USA' Season 7 reunion The "Love Island USA" Season 7 reunion is scheduled to premiere on Aug. 25 at 9 p.m. ET on Peacock. Andy Cohen and Ariana Madix are expected to host the episode. If you need to catch up on episodes before the reunion or just want to rewatch, the entire season is also available on Peacock. The streaming service offers two subscription options: premium for $7.99 a month, and premium plus for $13.99 a month. Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at
Yahoo
11-07-2025
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TJ Palma's Ex Claims He Reached Out Right Before ‘Love Island: USA': ‘I'm Gonna Marry You'
TJ Palma's Ex Claims He Reached Out Right Before 'Love Island: USA': 'I'm Gonna Marry You' originally appeared on Parade. With Love Island: USA season 7 airing for quite some time now, based on a bit of social media sleuthing, fans are starting finding out some disappointing (to say the least) things about the pasts of the islanders we have grown to know and love. With a quick social media stalk revealing that Cierra Ortega has previously used a racial slur not once, but twice — much like Yulissa Escobar, who was swiftly removed from the show after three days — even fan favorite islanders have pasts that are rather questionable. The next individual who had their dirty laundry aired out was TJ Palma, a 23-year-old entrepreneur from Pleasantville, New York. For those who need a refresher, TJ entered the villa on day 14 as a bombshell alongside Andreina Santos. Despite instantly hitting it off with Iris Kendall, the Casa Amor twist began swiftly after his arrival, leaving TJ single for the first half of the experience, and coupled up with Vanna Einerson for the second half of the experience. Although he seemingly had a spark with Vanna, TJ chose Iris at the recoupling ceremony on day 20 instead, and things have smooth sailing ever since. Well, that is until a statement from his ex, Jessica Musraca, has caused fans of the Love Island franchise to question TJ's true intentions... On a recent episode of Gossip With Grace: Unfiltered, hosted by pop culture expert Grace Parisi, Jessica sat down to talk about her former relationship with the fan favorite islander, admitting that they were in communication just hours before his arrival — yikes! "He texted me the night before he left to go on Love Island," Jessica boldly claimed, prior to delving into the details of what this alleged message actually entailed. "I won't read it word for word, but basically he sent me a song called like, 'You're The Love Of My Life,' and he was like, 'I'm gonna marry you and I love you.' That's what he said to me," she continued — how wild is that? To follow this statement, Jessica confirmed that "it was definitely a drunk text" from the ex-college baseball player, as it took place "at 3:00 AM" and "he texted the next day like, 'I apologize for saying that.'" Nevertheless, Jessica concluded the conversation, "Two days later, I find out he's like on Love Island," which naturally came as a shock. Although TJ and Iris are as cute as can be, is he really there for the right reasons if he allegedly told another woman "I'm gonna marry you and I love you" just hours before his stint on the show? To see for yourself, tune into brand new episodes of Love Island: USA season 7 every day — except Wednesdays — via Peacock. Needless to say, we are on the edge of our seats... TJ Palma's Ex Claims He Reached Out Right Before 'Love Island: USA': 'I'm Gonna Marry You' first appeared on Parade on Jul 3, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
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Fans Are in Awe After Discovering a Certain 'Love Island: USA' Cast Member Is Actually in a Boy Band
Fans Are in Awe After Discovering a Certain 'Love Island: USA' Cast Member Is Actually in a Boy Band originally appeared on Parade. If you have been keeping up with season 7 of Love Island: USA, it's no surprise that the men — Charlie Georgiou, Austin Shepard, Taylor Williams, Ace Green, Jeremiah Brown and Nic Vansteenberghe — are some serious hunks, but based on a bit of social media sleuthing, it looks like one individual is much more than meets the eye: Charlie. Charlie — the 27-year-old actor from the United Kingdom — entered the villa on day two, quickly exploring a connection with Chelley Bissainthe, but ultimately failing to find sparks. Lucky for the British bombshell, he found said sparks with a late arrival, Hannah Fields, instead, coupling up with the blonde beauty at the re-coupling ceremony on day six. Outside of the villa, though, Charlie is an actor and a singer/songwriter, sharing a great deal of his music — which he performs with his "cousin and longterm collaborator" — via social media. "Had a blast getting to share the stage with my cousin & longterm collaborator @Charlie Georgio on our Leicester to London tour 🖤🤘🏼🇨🇾" Charlie's cousin, Harri Georgio, captioned a TikTok video on May 18, 2024. Even earlier than that, HQ Familia shared a TikTok video on June 24, 2022, which featured Charlie, Harri and a guitarist named Matt Bury performing their tune, "Broken Dreams." "Have you listened to Broken dreams yet?👁 @Charlie Georgio@harrigeorgio@Matt Bury Guitar#studio#fyp#JDSummerDrip#musictok," the caption reads. Needless to say, Love Island: USA fans had a field day when these videos surfaced on social media. One fan wrote, "He has so much lore I love him," while another added, "This is so random lmfao 😭" Others praised "Broken Dreams," admitting that they actually like Charlie's music. One shared that the song "lowkey slaps," while another gushed, "why is it lowkey good 😭" and a third admitted, "Honestly kinda boppin ngl lmfao it's catchy 😂😂" Could a Love Island: USA talent show be in the cards this season? Tune into brand new episodes of Love Island: USA season 7 every day (except Wednesdays) via Peacock to find out for yourself. If I had to guess, Charlie has it in the bag! Fans Are in Awe After Discovering a Certain 'Love Island: USA' Cast Member Is Actually in a Boy Band first appeared on Parade on Jun 11, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
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‘Love Island: USA' Alum Defends Huda Mustafa Amid Internet Backlash: ‘Give the Girl Some Grace'
'Love Island: USA' Alum Defends Huda Mustafa Amid Internet Backlash: 'Give the Girl Some Grace' originally appeared on Parade. Huda Mustafa is undoubtedly the most polarizing contestant on Love Island: USA season 7, but that doesn't mean she deserves all the internet hate she's been receiving this season. Because of this, Love Island: USA season 6 bombshell Daniela Ortiz-Rivera is swooping into the rescue, attempting to stop said online hate by speaking her mind in a TikTok video yesterday (June 16). For those who have not been keeping up with Love Island: USA season 7, Huda seemingly found love at first sight on the beloved competition series, locking eyes with Jeremiah Brown the second he stepped into the villa. While the couple has seemingly been the strongest in the villa, Huda's possessive and controlling nature has rubbed fans of the Love Island franchise the wrong way, not only leading to a great deal of internet hate, but also leading Jeremiah to couple up with bombshell Iris Kendall (per the public vote) instead. Yikes! With the online hate seemingly getting out of hand, Daniela — who has been an advocate for mental health and suicide awareness via social media — took to her TikTok spam account to "remind everyone" that "these are real humans, it's reality TV, it's supposed to be messy." She continued, "There's obviously an understanding that there's gonna be drama and messiness, and that's kind of part of the reason people like to watch it — making jokes that are lighthearted and everything is so much fun — but people are really out here hating on this girl so f-----g bad." Admitting that she "felt so bad for her watching the last episode," Daniela wanted to remind everyone that although this isn't Huda's finest moment, "I know more than half of y'all have crashed out over a man," encouraging viewers to give Huda some grace as she navigates an emotional time that we have all experienced before. "God forbid a b---h goes a little crazy over a man," Daniela concluded with a little giggle. Given the fact that the Florida native was an islander herself — and experienced a great deal of backlash as well — she then gave Love Island: USA fans a glimpse into what really goes down in the villa. "They want you to go f-----g crazy in there," she claimed, sharing that during her Love Island: USA journey, she had less than four hours of sleep a night, and production would control who she talked to each and every day as well. How wild is that? Daniela continued, "I just want y'all to understand that the more I watch her, I feel like she's not as mentally there, you know what I mean? She probably has been crashing out in her brain the whole time being in there." For her last hurrah, the 23-year-old gushed, "I want everyone to like be f-----g aware of that s--t and just give the girls some f-----g grace. Y'all jump in rooting for this girl and her downfall. It's just like crazy. Just like love each other and give each other like kisses, you know? Lighthearted jokes and everything." Nevertheless, will Huda's crashout continue on Love Island: USA? To find out for yourself, tune into brand new episodes of Love Island: USA season 7 every day — except Wednesdays — via Peacock. Needless to say, we will be keeping any negative comments to ourselves.... 'Love Island: USA' Alum Defends Huda Mustafa Amid Internet Backlash: 'Give the Girl Some Grace' first appeared on Parade on Jun 17, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
