Love Island fans are set to be stunned as one islander has left the show just days into their time in the villa. After a double bombshell eviction, a third member of the villa has now cut their time short.
George Knight Quits for Private Reasons
George Knight has sensationally quit the villa shortly after sending Samraj and Ellie home. The footballer had only arrived as a bombshell, but is now said to have left due to private reasons. He is still set to feature on Thursday evening's show, but is thought to already have said his goodbyes. His exit is reportedly not going to be aired.
A Love Island spokesperson said: "For private reasons, George has left the Love Island villa. Duty of care for the Islanders is paramount so at this stage any further comment will come from George. Bosses and viewers alike had been loving his contribution."
Impact on Fellow Islanders
The contestant had made a big entrance and was getting to know Robyn and Mica. Robyn, who quickly friend-zoned Sam, appeared keen to forge a pairing with George, so it remains to be seen how she will take the news. The pair had already shared a kiss on the terrace.
On Wednesday's show, Yasmin was in tears as the time for the bombshells to make their decision approached. Their decision wasn't well received by viewers at home, with one labelling it a sinister move while others were shocked. But while tears ran down the villa and gutted Samraj and Ellie heading for the exit, they were told that all may not be as it seemed. It left fans confused as to what might come next in a series that has already thrown up a number of twists in the first week.
New Format Twists
Straight off the bat, islanders had to choose their own couples, moving away from the public who normally picked who they thought was best matched. Love Island All Stars winner Gabby Allen told us of the bold move at the time: "The producers are doing a great job at changing things up. This has never been done before. A recoupling done by themselves is crazy! I would panic in this situation and hope somebody whisked me off my feet so I didn't have the decision."
After the first episode, Gabby also predicted high energy between some of the cast. "OMG!!! The vibes between Lola and Ope already. These two coming in I feel like is already spicing things up. BOTH of them have very good energy. You heard it here first, Ope is going to do well. Player or not, people are going to like him."
