In a bizarre twist behind the scenes of Love Island, producers were forced to buy back a dumped contestant's personal belongings after they were accidentally sold off. The incident has added an unexpected layer of drama to the hit reality show.
What Happened?
According to sources, when one of the Islanders was abruptly dumped from the villa, their personal items—including clothes, toiletries, and sentimental objects—were mistakenly auctioned off as part of the show's usual post-exit process. Realising the error, ITV had to track down and repurchase the items to return them to the contestant.
Contestant Left 'Devastated'
The unnamed Islander was reportedly left 'devastated' upon learning their belongings had been sold. A show insider revealed: 'It was a genuine mistake, but it caused a lot of stress. The team worked quickly to fix it, but it was an awkward situation.'
ITV's Response
While ITV has not officially commented, insiders confirm the matter was resolved amicably. The incident has raised questions about the show's post-dumping protocols, with fans speculating whether stricter measures will be put in place to avoid future mishaps.
This isn't the first time Love Island has faced behind-the-scenes drama, but it's certainly one of the more unusual blunders in the show's history.
