Love Island Shocker: Couple Dumped Before Final In "Brutal" Grafties Ceremony
In a shocking twist, a Love Island couple was sent home just one week before the final during a brutal "Grafties" ceremony.
The episode of the ITV2 show saw two Islanders bid farewell to the villa after a public vote declared them the least favorite couple. The ceremony, introduced as a lighthearted award show, took a dramatic turn as the first award revealed the results of the public vote.
Lola Deluca and Harry Baker were called out and forced to leave the villa immediately, leaving the remaining Islanders stunned and the viewers at home gasping in disbelief.
The sudden departure sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many expressing shock and disbelief at the "cruel" twist. Fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice their opinions. One user remarked: "Well duh of course it was going to be them," highlighting the perceived lack of popularity for the couple. Another wrote: "lmaoooooo thatâs cruel," reflecting the general sentiment of shock and dismay at the abrupt elimination.
Harry, visibly upset, hinted at a potential future with Lola outside the villa. He expressed his attraction to Lola and acknowledged that their connection could develop further outside the confines of the show. He stated, "I was definitely attracted to Lola so we will have to see where it could go on the outside. I think it could be more than friends to be fair."
Lola echoed similar sentiments, highlighting her initial attraction to Reuben Collins but recognizing that their connection was more platonic. She expressed her interest in exploring her connection with Harry and keeping things open-ended.
The pair had only joined the show five days earlier as bombshells, quickly becoming entangled in the villa's drama. Lola initially paired with Reuben, while Harry pursued Grace, who was already coupled with Reuben. The latest recoupling saw Reuben and Grace reunite, leaving Lola and Harry as the only uncoupled pair.
This shocking elimination comes amidst another controversy surrounding the show. Former Islander Jess White revealed that host Maya Jama had confronted Diamanté Laiva for laughing at Uma Jammeh during the Casa Amor recoupling. Uma became emotional after learning about Wil Anderson's behavior, and Diamanté was seen laughing, sparking accusations of insensitivity.
Diamanté has since denied laughing at Uma, clarifying that her laughter was directed at Wil's excuses for his actions. However, the incident highlights the potential for real-world consequences and the delicate balance between entertainment and emotional well-being within the show.
As Love Island approaches its grand finale, the unexpected departure of Lola and Harry adds a dramatic twist to the already eventful season. With the remaining couples vying for the title of "Love Island Champions," the race for the coveted crown remains fiercely competitive.
