Luca Bish has returned to social media and has told fans he has taken some time off to deal with “things in my personal life”.
The Love Island star, 23, who split from ex-girlfriend Gemma Owen in December, said he didn’t want to “fake it” by keeping up with the post while not feeling like him.
Luca shared a video on Tuesday and said: “Merry Christmas, Happy New Year. I’m back, I don’t feel
Candid: Luca Bish has returned to social media and has told fans he’s been taking some time off to deal with “things in my private life”.
“I had a few things going on in my personal and family life and I wanted to stay away from social contact and not fake it and be with the people who are there for me.
“I know it’s you, and that’s why I’m trying to make an effort now. ‘
Luca said he was looking forward to the new year, adding: “It’s an exciting year.
“It’s going to be busy and I promise I’ll be more active, so yeah, onto 2023.”
Exes: The 23-year-old Love Island star, who split from ex-girlfriend Gemma Owen in December, said he didn’t want to “fake it” by keeping up with the post while not feeling like him
Luca said: “I had a few things going on in my personal and family life and I wanted to stay off social media and not fake it and be with the people who are there for me.”
It comes after Luca was seen getting comfortable with a blonde bombshell at a New Year’s Eve party – just weeks after splitting from his ex-girlfriend Gemma Owen.
The Brighton native looked certainly in love with the stunning girl in a video shared on Instagram by the youngest winner, Ekin-Su Culculoglu, 28.
Meanwhile, Gemma’s mum seemed to cryptically attack Louise Luca, writing in a recent post: “Keep your circle small, no need for fakes here”.
Luca snuggled up to the mystery woman at Davide Sanclimenti’s birthday party before the Italian stud turned 28 on New Year’s Day.
The next morning, Louise posed with her friends and family, including Gemma, and wrote the matter-of-fact caption.
Oh la la! Luca was cozying up to a blonde bombshell at a New Year’s Eve party as Gemma’s mum Louise did a cryptic dig about ‘faking’ – just weeks after the Love Islanders split
Just weeks ago, Gemma revealed that dealing with “people’s opinions” while splitting from Luca has been “challenging”.
The dressage rider and the fishmonger parted ways on several occasions before finally deciding to go their separate ways last month after failing to make things right on a make-or-break holiday.
Speaking to Goss.ie at PrettyLittleThing’s Christmas party in Dublin, Gemma said she’s getting through the breakup by staying busy.
She said: “These last couple of weeks as I’ve been through every breakup hasn’t been nice. It’s not a good time.’
Oh dear: Meanwhile, Gemma’s mum Louise (below right) appeared to be doing a cryptic dig at the Brighton native, as she wrote in one post: ‘Keep your circle small, no need for fakes here’.
Cozy: At Davide Sanclimenti’s birthday party, Luca snuggled up to the mystery woman before the Italian stud turned 28 on New Year’s Day
“Having to deal with people’s opinions and having people think they know what’s going on when they don’t know, that was a challenge. But overall I’m fine. I’ll get by and stay busy.’
Gemma added: “The girls were lovely. Every single one of them texted me, was there and told me if I never need a call, they will be there. It’s really nice and makes it a little bit easier.”
They were last pictured together on November 5 celebrating fireworks night, with Luca, 23, saying he marked “another first” with Gemma.
A source close to the couple told Web of the split at the time: “Gemma and Luca have decided to separate.
Tough: Just weeks ago, Gemma revealed that dealing with “people’s opinions” has been “challenging” while she split from Luca (pictured in the summer)
“Their relationship hasn’t worked out for the past few weeks and they’ve come to the conclusion that it’s better for both of them to end things now.
“They hope to remain friends and will continue to support each other in everything they do.
“Love Island was a special time in her life, but unfortunately their romance outside of the villa hasn’t felt that way.”
Taking to Instagram to confirm the split, Gemma wrote: “To all my followers, I wanted to let you guys know that Luca and I are no longer in a relationship. It wasn’t an easy decision, but ultimately it’s what’s best for both of us right now.
“Many of you have been with us on this journey from the beginning, and I want to thank you for your continued support as we begin new chapters. Love always, Gem x.’
Sharing his own statement on social media, Luca wrote: “I would have liked to have had some time to process this privately but as you all already know earlier today Gemma and I made the joint decision to go our separate ways.
“We have been on such a journey together and have made some amazing memories that I will cherish. I can’t thank everyone enough for their support for us as a couple during and after Love Island.
“We will remain good friends and I wish her all the best.”
Ending: Gemma and Luca broke up several times before finally deciding to go their separate ways after failing to make things right on a make-or-break holiday