The Love Island villa was thrown into chaos earlier this week as islanders were rocked by the shock events of Casa Amor. Sunday’s episode sees the lads struggle to rekindle their relationships on the rocks while fueling the romance with big gestures.
Will Young proved he wouldn’t give up on Jessie Wynter by professing his love for the brunette Aussie while hugging his roommates in a sweet, big gesture and sealing the moment with a kiss.
While Tom Clare also managed to make things right with Samie Elishi after writing her a heartfelt poem, he shed a tear as he read out his feelings to her in a touching moment.
But for some, the matter remains up in the air. Tanya Manhenga appeared more confused than ever as she grappled with her decision to re-couple with Martin Akinola and her lingering feelings for Shaq Muhammad.
It’s been icy terrain for Olivia Hawkins and Kai Fagan as the stubborn couple continued to refuse to apologize to each other – leaving fans stunned at the behavior.
As things finally seemed to get back on track during the episode, Web is here to update you on everything that happened during Sunday’s Love Island edition.
Missed Episode 35 of Love Island? Web takes a look back at what happened when Tom Clare (left) got poetic for Samie Elishi, while Will Young (right) made a declaration of love to Jessie Wynter
He did it! Will finally seemed to win Jessie back after admitting he was in love with her
Will drops the L-Bomb on Jessie
Happy Boy: Will eventually won Jessie back during the episode, with a little help from his other islanders
Together again: The Aussie beauty (pictured) was devastated after she found out the farmer had kissed Layla Al-Momani during Casa Amor
They have been on the rocks after Casa Amor since reconciling earlier this week, when Jessie found out about Will’s antics while out of sight.
But it seemed the farmer had finally managed to win his girl back on Sunday’s episode, as the show ended with the pair sharing a kiss after making a romantic gesture and even saying he loved her .
The Australian beauty, 26, was devastated after she found out farmer, 23, kissed Layla Al-Momani during Casa Amor.
And lovesick Will decided to enlist the help of his housemates to explain exactly how he feels about them, with each contestant reading aloud about Jessie.
The couple watched from the balcony as their friends called out the sweet words, while Olivia read: “In 23 years, you’re the first girl I’ve wanted to open up to.”
Tanya then said, “Will want you to know,” before the farmer turned to Jessie and said, “I love Jessie, I really love you.”
The whole mansion erupts in cheers as the couple hug and the farmer whispers in Jessie’s ear, “I’m so sorry.”
Help from friends: And the lovesick Will decided to write a poem to explain exactly how he felt about her and the other singletons read his words for Jessie to hear
An overwhelmed Jessie finally seemed to give him some affection after days of cold shoulders, and kissed the farmer while they held on to each other.
Twitter fans were over the moon at the reunion with one writing: “Will and Jessie moment is actually really cute”
While a second added: “Why am I tearing myself up over what Will is doing for Jessie?”.
And a third said: “That was the most adorable thing I’ve ever seen! Will and Jessie for the win.
A second agreed, writing: “I don’t care just give Wille and Jessie [the grand prize of] 50K’.
Tom gets in touch with his feelings and opens up to Samie
he said what It was a night for grand gestures as Tom also decided to undergo ‘Operation Get Our Girls Back’ by writing a poem for Samie
It’s a hit! After listening, a touched Samie gushed that it was “the nicest thing anyone had ever done for her”.
It was a night of grand gestures as Tom also decided to undergo Operation Get Our Girls Back.
The footballer penned a heartfelt poem for the brunette beauty and admitted he “fell in love” with her as he shared his fear of loving their romance over his Casa Amor quiff.
The couple had also been on rocky ground after Tom torn between her and bombshell Lydia earlier in the week, with Samie unsure if she could forgive his head-turning antics.
But during the episode, he pulled Samie aside for a chat before reciting his poem to her, even seeming to get emotional while reading it.
After listening, a touched Samie gushed that it was “the nicest thing anyone had ever done for her” before kissing him.
She then agreed to give him another chance to hopefully get their romance back on track.
Tanya admits she still has feelings for Shaq
trace back? Tanya appeared to be contemplating her decision on Casa Amor as the student and model were upset during Sunday’s episode
Tough: She left Shaq out in the cold during the Casa Amor relink when she returned to the mansion after the relink, with the singleton now mending a broken heart
Confused: During the episode, Martin drew Tanya in for a chat and shared that he felt a certain “distance” from her as he checked where her feelings were
Not sure? Tanya revealed that she couldn’t give Martin an answer, stating that she was 50% with him and 50% with Shaq
Tanya left Shaq out in the cold during the Casa Amor reunion as she returned to the mansion with Martin, leaving her current partner single, despite the couple having declared their love for each other just weeks before.
But it seems she might be considering the decision now, as the student and model broke down in tears during Sunday’s episode.
Comforted by the girls, she admitted that feelings for Shaq were still there while remaining confused about Martin.
The latter then later drew her in for a chat, sharing that he’d felt a certain “distance” from her as he checked where her feelings were.
Tanya revealed that she couldn’t give Martin an answer, stating that she was 50% with him and 50% with Shaq.
“I feel like you’re trying to get something out of me that just isn’t there,” she explained to a frustrated Martin.
While Shaq also shared that he had a hard time seeing his former flame at the mansion with another islander, but admitted he’s still in love with her.
Olivia is still looking for an apology from Kai
Shocking: Fans were left stunned when the ‘delusional’ Olivia Hawkins called on Kai Fagan to apologize for the way he’d handled the Casa Amor recoupling – leaving him just as confused
Not backing down: Kai stuck to his stance, insisting to his new partner Sanam that despite her hopes, he would not apologize to Olivia
Olivia, 27, and Kai, 24, were in a couple together before being separated for Casa Amor, but both returned to the main villa with new partners.
But since he returned to the mansion, the ring girl has looked for an apology from the gym teacher when he reconnected, though so did she.
When he clarified this to his new partner Sanam Harrinanan in the morning, it prompted the social worker to relay the information to Kai later in the day.
During one chat, she said, “Olivia wants to speak to you just to pour water on the bridge, but she wants an apology.”
Kai responded bluntly, “I don’t apologize to anyone”
Sanam added: “I think from what I’ve gathered she wants to close this book and so do you. So can’t you just shut it up and be polite because it makes me uncomfortable.”
Kai said: “I’m being polite with her, although that’s the thing, I’m not going to sit on her and have a conversation with her.”
Kai said inside the beach hut: “Olivia wants an apology from me, I don’t really know what I’m apologizing for and I can say one thing for sure, I would walk out that door before apologizing to her.”
Angry: In the previous episode, in dramatic scenes, Kai made the decision to pair up with Sanam, but Olivia also made the decision to pair up with Maxwell again (pictured)
After the chat, Kai said at the beach hut: “Olivia wants an apology from me, I don’t really know what I’m apologizing for and I can say one thing for sure, I would walk out that door before apologizing to her. It doesn’t come from me because I didn’t do anything wrong.
Fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts, branding Olivia “delusional” for looking for an apology as she reconnected, with one commenting: “Yes Kai! Hold on, don’t apologize’
Another said: “Kai said he’d rather be teaching long division to 12-year-olds again than apologize to that delusional woman lmao.”
A third added: “Can’t believe I agree with Kai now but he owes Olivia absolutely NO apology.”
One wrote: “Why is Olivia asking for an apology? Kai didn’t do anything to her
“Nah, big out Kai, he said I’m not apologizing and that’s it,” said another.
Returning to the main villa with Maxwell Samuda, 23, on Friday, Olivia was furious to find out Kai had now found love with Sanam.
Ron holds back from Samie during a barbecue
Staying strong: The financial advisor has been accused of ‘goading’ the boys and causing them to be disloyal while they were separated from their partners last week
Not true: But when confronted with the behavior of partner Lana Jenkins and pal Samie Elishi during the episode, Ron stuck to his guns and asserted that he was doing no such thing
The financial adviser was accused of “goading” the boys and causing them to be disloyal while they were separated from their partners last week.
But when confronted with the behavior of partner Lana Jenkins and pal Samie Elishi during the episode, Ron stuck to his guns and assured that he was doing no such thing.
After the girls at Casa Amor accused Ron of trying to stir the pot, he later dragged Samie into a chat to clear the air.
He began: “I’m very relaxed in this situation because I’m very comfortable with the way I’ve acted and I can tell you honestly that I didn’t goad any of the boys.
“You know how much I think of you and I told the boys in the beginning if Tom gets back together then he’s a donut. He likes you very much.’
Samie hugged it with Ron as she seemed to believe him.
Denial: Ron cleared the air and pulled Samie into a chat, explaining he was “comfortable” with his behavior and would never goad the boys
However, during Casa Amor, Ron was seen chatting at the mansion with Tom, who was debating whether to hook up with new girl Lydia again or stay with Samie.
Speaking to the footballer, Ron said: “As much as I love Samie and everything else, how does a girl like that resist all the guys who put her on her?
“I wouldn’t want to tell you that she swears at everyone, but I’d be very surprised if she hadn’t been open about meeting people and doing certain things. I can’t imagine her coming back on her own. ‘
He continued, “I know it’s hard not to but I really wouldn’t delve into bringing Lydia back because if I were in your place I would definitely protect myself. You could bring her back and then literally just focus on Samie.
LOVE ISLAND 2023: MEET THE PARTICIPANTS
Tanya Manhenga
Name: Tanya Manhenga
Age: 22
Location: Liverpool
Profession: student and model
Something not many people know about her: “I have vitiligo, which is skin pigmentation that you might not even notice.”
“It’s on my lip and I have a streak in my hair. Not many people know that, but I think it’s pretty cute.”
“I don’t care about covering it up all the time, I think it’s a mood.”
Lana Jenkin
Name: Lana Jenkins
Age: 25
Location: Luton
Profession: makeup artist
What not many people know about her: “I have worked with many celebrities in my work as a make-up artist.
“When I was 6 years old I lived in Spain and was an extra in an episode of Benidorm.”
Tanyel Revan
Name: Tanyel Revan
Age: 26
Location: North London
Profession: hairdresser
Something not many people know about her: “My celebrity crush is Channing Tatum — I don’t like pretty boys, they give me the ‘ick’ because they always have a crappy personality.”
“Channing Tatum is handsome but not too pretty. He’s male and he can dance.”
“If a man can dance, I fall in love with him instantly.”
Olivia Hawkin
Name: Olivia Hawkins
Age: 27
Location: Brighton
Profession: ring girl and actress
Something not many people know about her: “I did a movie with Jason Statham and had a nice 10 minute conversation about life.”
“I was a ring girl for KSI, I played a waitress on James Bond with Daniel Craig, and I was also a body double for Michelle Keegan and Emma Watson.”
Tom Klara
Name: Tom Klara
Age: 23
Location: Barnsley
Profession: Semi-professional soccer player
What not many people know about him: I’m a fan of High School Musical
Name: Samie Elishi
Age: 22
Location: London
Profession: Senior coordinator for real estate agents
What not many people know about her: “I’m a really honest person and I don’t have a filter. I won’t take trash from anyone, especially when it comes to boys!’
Name: Maxwell Samuda
Age: 23
Location: London
Profession: finance student and restaurant manager
Who did he have his eye on at Casa Amor? Samie. She’s keeping it real and she doesn’t seem afraid to speak her mind.
Kai Fagan
Name: Kai Fagan
Age: 24
Location: Manchester
Profession: Science and physical education teacher
What not many know about him: “I am a Jamaican citizen. That’s why I played rugby 7s for Jamaica.
“I now play semi-professional rugby for Burnage RFC.”
“Technically, I have three different degrees and went to three different universities.”
Ron Hall
Name: Ron Hall
Age: 25
Location: Essex
Profession: financial advisor
Something not many people know about him: “If you met me, you would never know that I am blind in one eye.”
“It was the result of a soccer injury when I was 8 years old. I have two different colored eyes, one blue and one green.”
will young
Name: Will Young
Age: 23
Location: Buckinghamshire
Occupation: farmer
What not many people know about him: “Every evening I light a candle and meditate for 20-25 minutes.”
“A girl I met told me to meditate, I tried it and loved it. I stopped seeing them and continued meditating!
“It’s a beautiful way to reflect on yourself.”
Shaq Muhammad
Name: Shaq Muhammad
Age: 24
Location: London
Occupation: airport security officer
What not many people know about him: “I’m a very emotional person. It can be a blessing and a curse.’
“Every time I see Dear John, I cry.
This is my favorite movie. Every time I’m with someone and they say, “Let’s watch a romantic movie,” I say, “How about Dear John, how does that sound?”
Jessie Wynter
Name: Jessie Wynter
Age: 26
Location: Sydney
Profession: personal trainer
Something you might not know about her: she was in the second series of Love Island Australia
Name: Casey O’Gorman
Age: 26
Location: Triing
Profession: HR consultant
What not many people know about her: “I’m really squeamish. I cut my hand once and passed out.
Name: Martin Akinola
Age: 27
Location: Dublin
Profession: Senior Software Engineer
Who did he have his eye on at Casa Amor? “I don’t just have one person, I have options…”
Name: Sanam Harrinanan
Age: 24
Location: Bedford
Occupation: social worker
Who did she have her eye on at Casa Amor? “Kai is my number one. Job wise I think we would socialize a lot and I think it’s cute!