Love Island Stars Samie Elishi and Tyrique Hyde Officially Confirm Romance on Moroccan Holiday
The reality television world is abuzz as Love Island alumni Samie Elishi and Tyrique Hyde have officially confirmed their romantic relationship. The couple shared a series of intimate and loved-up photographs from their first holiday together in Agadir, Morocco, providing fans with a glimpse into their blossoming connection.
Sun-Soaked Getaway and Intimate Moments
The new couple landed in the coastal city of Agadir on Wednesday, embarking on a holiday designed to spend quality time together and test their fledgling romance. During their sun-drenched escape, they enjoyed adventurous activities, including a jet ski ride where they cosied up wearing matching life jackets. Tyrique captured the moment on TikTok, sitting behind Samie as they sped across the water.
Later, the pair focused on relaxation, with Tyrique snapping a photo of Samie lounging on a sunbed, working on their tans. Samie also showcased her stunning figure on Instagram, modelling a pink bikini under a green crop top and skirt, further highlighting the couple's glamorous getaway.
Background and Growing Connection
Samie Elishi, aged 26, first rose to fame on the ninth season of Love Island in 2023. She later won the Love Island: All Stars series three in February alongside Ciaran Davies, 23, securing the £50,000 prize money. However, their relationship ended just three weeks after leaving the villa, amid claims from Ciaran that things became one-sided after a trip to Wales where Samie met his family.
Since then, Samie has grown close to fellow Love Island alum Tyrique Hyde, also 26, from season ten. Tyrique initially found love with Ella Thomas during the tenth series, but they split in early 2024. In recent weeks, Samie and Tyrique have been on a string of dates, with their romance reportedly blossoming more every day. Sources indicate that Tyrique is mad about her and thrilled to have finally pursued Samie after publicly expressing his attraction online.
Public Pursuit and Past Comments
Long before rumours of their romance surfaced, Tyrique made no secret of his admiration for Samie. In an online clip months before Samie entered the villa, when asked hypothetically who he would most like to share a bed with, Tyrique didn't hesitate: Samie, she's very good looking. Days before the latest All Stars season started, he added: I rate Samie. She's a good-looking girl. I've seen her in real life and I have been around her at events and she is so cool.
Professional Milestones and Personal Life
Just hours before their flight to Morocco, Samie celebrated becoming the new brand ambassador for W7 Cosmetics with a private dinner at The Ivy Asia in London. During the intimate gathering, she shared her excitement about the upcoming holiday with Tyrique. A source told the Daily Mail: Samie was very excited for the trip and told the group about their plans. Everything is falling into place for her with work and her love life. She isn't listening to outside noise about her new connection and is just seeing where it goes.
Response to Past Relationship Drama
The confirmation of Samie and Tyrique's romance comes after recent tension following Ciaran Davies' appearance on the Not My Bagg podcast. Ciaran claimed that after Samie met his family in Wales, their relationship became one-sided, and she ended things during a brand trip to New York with Olivia Attwood. Samie has since hit back, stating in an Instagram video: I want to start off by saying it's actually a bit sad that someone who you once had a lot of respect for and saw in a certain light would go on a podcast and say you said things that you categorically did not. She clarified that rumours were false and emphasised that it's okay to end early-stage dating relationships, adding: Me and Ciaran were in the very early stages of dating and we got into the real world and it just didn't work. And that is absolutely fine, I don't think anyone should be getting sick for it not working.
As Samie and Tyrique enjoy their Moroccan holiday, fans are eagerly watching their relationship unfold, marking a new chapter for both reality stars in their personal and professional lives.
