Move over, villa drama—Love Island's Shakira Khan and Harry Cookley are writing their own love story on the outside! The fan-favourite pair have officially confirmed their romance is the real deal, putting speculation to rest with a series of adorable public appearances and loved-up social media posts.
Since leaving the sun-soaked villa behind, the couple have been inseparable, enjoying romantic dinners and cozy dates across the UK. A source close to the pair revealed, "They've grown incredibly close and are taking things day by day. It's early days, but they're both really happy and enjoying exploring their connection away from the cameras."
From Villa Flame to Real-Life Romance
Their journey began in the Love Island villa where their initial spark captivated viewers. Though their romance faced its challenges during the show, their connection proved strong enough to survive the real world.
Shakira, the stunning 24-year-old biomedical science student from Bedford, and Harry, the 23-year-old entrepreneur and model from Surrey, have been spotted looking more loved-up than ever, with friends noting their natural chemistry and shared sense of humor.
Social Media Confirmation
The couple made their relationship Instagram-official with a series of sweet snaps that sent fans into a frenzy. Their comments sections quickly flooded with support from fellow Islanders and excited followers who had been rooting for them since day one.
While both are keeping some details of their relationship private, they've been open about their affection for each other in recent interviews, with Harry calling Shakira "an amazing person inside and out" and Shakira praising Harry's "genuine nature and great energy."
As they navigate life after reality fame, sources say both are focused on building their careers while making time for their blossoming romance. With talk of future holidays and meeting each other's families, this Love Island success story appears to be heading in all the right directions.
