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Prince Harry’s adorable interaction with a young red headed fan has gone viral, after footage from a royal engagement with Meghan Markle has resurfaced on social media site TikTok.

Harry and Meghan undertook a number of official public engagements around Britain and the world as working members of the royal family, before their dramatic 2020 split from the monarchy and move to the U.S.

A number of their engagements and interactions centered around children, with some of the couple’s most charming interactions during these being picked up by fans online resulting in a number of viral posts.

One such occasion arose in January 2019, when the royal couple visited the town of Birkenhead in the North of England to unveil a statue dedicated to the World War I poet Wilfred Owen.

Prince Harry photographed meeting members of the public during a visit to Birkenhead in England, January 14, 2019. Footage of the prince’s interaction with a young fan from the visit has gone viral on TikTok. CHARLOTTE GRAHAM – WPA POOL/GETTY IMAGES/NEIL MOCKFORD/GC IMAGES
During their visit, the couple undertook a walkabout to meet members of the public who had gathered to see them, with one young red headed fan being picked out among the crowd by Harry for her sign which read: “Gingers Unite, I [heart] you Harry.”

The footage, captioned “Gingers unite! The cute interaction between Prince Harry and little girl, Eliza,” has received in excess of 5,900 likes and numerous comments, many of which have praised the prince and his easy interactions with children.

“I love Prince Harry he has his mother’s personality,” posted another, with a further comment reading: “I love him.”

Harry’s interactions with children have often become the source of viral posts, with moments spent with his own children, Prince Archie (born in 2019) and Princess Lilibet (born in 2021), regularly being shared online from clips included in the couple’s 2022 docuseries, Harry & Meghan.

Since their move to California, Harry and Meghan’s docuseries has given fans the most revealing insight into their family life behind the walls of their mansion in the A-list enclave of Santa Barbara.

In one clip which has been reposted by fans on a number of occasions, Harry touchingly shared a moment with his son watching hummingbirds on the terrace of their home.

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Prince Harry was roasted by a stand-up comedian by saying he and Meghan Markle pulled “the pin on the fun grenade” at a Halloween party.

Simon Brodkin, a well-known U.K. comedian who used to perform as Lee Nelson, used his live stand-up show to say the line was so cringey that he began “rooting for Prince Andrew.”

The Duke of York, Andrew, stepped back from royal life in November 2019 over the scandal around his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in a still from their December 2022 Netflix show “Harry & Meghan.” Simon Brodkin, inset playing character Lee Nelson at Leeds Festival in 2012, mocked the couple’s description of a… More NICK PICKLES/REDFERNS VIA GETTY IMAGES
“I started off, I wanted to like them,” Brodkin said. “They were making interesting points about racism. and misogyny , but then they started calling each other H and M and I just thought, ‘Oh do f*** off.’

“Honestly, by the time Harry was describing a particular date with Meghan as the night they, quote, ‘pulled the pin on a fun grenade,’ I actually started rooting for Prince Andrew.”

A clip of his remarks went viral on TikTok after it was viewed 330,000 times and liked 16,000 times.

The date Brodkin referenced was a Halloween party the night before Harry and Meghan’s relationship became public for the first time, which the couple described in their December 2022 Netflix series Harry & Meghan.

@simonbrodkinCheck out my tour. It’s better than pulling the pin on a fun grenade💥#princeharry#meghanmarkle#standupcomedy#funny#netflix#simonbrodkin♬ original sound – Simon Brodkin 🎤🚌

“We went to this Halloween party together where we could be completely dressed up and no one would know,” Harry told the show. “I had a bandana and goggles.”

Meghan replied: “You borrowed a great costume. And we were like ‘well this might be our last shot to just go out and have fun out in the world.’”

“Pull the pin on the fun grenade, which we did,” Harry added.

Harry described in his book Spare how he dressed up in a real costume from the hit 2015 movie Mad Max: Fury Road, starring Tom Hardy.

They then went out to party with Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank at Soho House, Toronto, in 2016.

“For help with my costume,” he wrote, “I’d turned to a friend, the actor Tom Hardy, before I left home. I’d phoned him to ask if I could borrow his costume from Mad Max.

“‘The whole thing?’ ‘Yes, please, mate! The whole kit.’ He’d given it all to me before I left Britain, and now I tried it on in Meg’s little bathroom. When I came out, she roared with laughter.

“It was funny. And a little scary. But the main thing was I was unrecognizable.”

“The party was loud, dark, drunk—ideal,” he continued. “Several people did double-takes as Meg passed through the rooms, but no one looked twice at her dystopian date.

“I wished I could wear this disguise every day. I wished I could reuse it the next
day and visit her on the set of Suits.”

Two far-right British podcasters who encouraged acts of violence against ethnic minorities as well as making derogatory comments about public figures including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s son, Prince Archie, have been jailed for a total of 15 years.

Christopher Gibbons, 40, and Tyrone Patten-Walsh, 36, were jailed on January 4 after being convicted of committing crimes under the Terrorism Act 2006, between March 2019 and February 2020.

Gibbons and Patten-Walsh were both found guilty on eight counts each of encouraging acts of terrorism, with Gibbons convicted of two additional counts of dissemination of terrorist publications.

Gibbons received an eight-year prison sentence and Patten-Walsh seven years.

Main image, Prince Archie is photographed in South Africa on September 25, 2019. Inset, Archie is seen with his parents, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, at Windsor Castle in England on May 8, 2019…. More POOL/SAMIR HUSSEIN/WIREIMAGE/DOMINIC LIPINSKI – WPA POOL/GETTY IMAGES
The two men from London were arrested in 2021 following an investigation by the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command that focused on material they created, including what the police described as a “neo-Nazi online podcast.”

Titled “Black Wolf Radio” the 21-episode chat show contained a number of homophobic, racist, antisemitic, Islamophobic and misogynistic comments, some targeted at the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their son.

In June 2022, prosecutor Anne Whyte QC told a London court, per the BBC, that Gibbons had described Prince Archie as an “abomination that should be put down.”

Gibbons also claimed that Prince Harry should be “prosecuted and found guilty and judicially killed for treason.”

Newsweek approached representatives of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex via email for comment.

Left, Christopher Gibbons and, right, Tyrone Patten-Walsh. The pair have been jailed under the Terrorism Act 2006 for encouraging acts of violence against minority groups. METROPOLITAN POLICE
Discussing the sentencing, the Met Police’s Counter Terrorism Commander, Dominic Murphy, said per a press release that Gibbons and Patten-Walsh’s material was “exactly the kind that has the potential to draw vulnerable people—particularly young people—into terrorism.”

“We are determined to identify and hold to account individuals pushing this material. In this case, officers reviewed hours-upon-hours of material to present a compelling case,” he said. “I hope this case and today’s sentencing sends a clear message that there are serious consequences for those who share terrorist material or encourage others to become involved in terrorism.”

This is not the first time that illegal acts directed at the Sussex family have featured in police investigations.

In September 2022, five former Met Police officers in London pleaded guilty to committing 19 offenses under the Communications Act 2003, after sending “grossly offensive racist messages” in a WhatsApp group, some of which were found to have referenced Meghan Markle.

This led some to suggest that Harry and Meghan were justified in their decision to leave Britain and raise their family in the U.S.

Chief executive of data analysis firm Bot Sentinel, Christopher Bouzy, previously told Newsweek that the police convictions “lend credence to Prince Harry’s expressed concerns for the well-being of his family, reinforcing the legitimacy of their decision to relocate to the United States in search of safety.”

What were the reasons behind Meghan Markle’s decision to turn her mother into a live-in nanny?

In my opinion there has been consistent evidence which demonstrates that Meghan Markle lacks the skills and attitudes required to manage staff and within hours of Archie requiring new born care ( surrogate or not) his first nurse had been dismissed.

Given the fact that there has been much controversy over these two ephemeral children who have been hidden from public view since birth it would have been far preferable to have employed a skilled, highly trained nanny if these children are to achieve recognised childhood benchmarks and to develop coping strategies for later life. Doria Ragland’s life and work history would indicate that she is not the right person for this critical role.

Did shocking footage truly show Lilibet’s biological mother reclaiming her daughter, causing Meghan Markle to panic?

In this day and age anything to do with Meghan can not be trusted.I saw today the below picture.And a few words that followed.
However until that woman, who ever she is comes forward to tell the true story that could be checked out, in all fairness I will continue to believe it is fake. I hasten to add though, what you see above is much what I am expecting to see in the future. And I wouldn’t be too surprised if the above proved to be true after all. .

The logic of all this is quite simple Archie was introduced to the queen and the royal family so he exists. Lilibet I suggest is real too. All that’s really needs to be determined is , how. Something simple I guess, loads of money and a willing other partner. How hard is that.

The Duchess of Sussex sported a striking new band on her right hand

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend the ESPYs on July 11, 2024. PHOTO: KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY IMAGES

Meghan Markle has a new ring on her finger!

On July 11, at the 2024 ESPY Awards, the Duchess of Sussex, 42, debuted a striking new statement ring. Accompanying Prince Harry, Meghan showcased the Large Cassandra Ring in 18K three gold with diamond loop from Rodi, which retails for $3,400.

At the ESPY Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where Prince Harry accepted the Pat Tillman Award for Service, Meghan wore the dazzling new piece on her right index finger. She paired it with her traditional stack of meaningful rings on her other hand: her tristone diamond engagement ring featuring gems from Princess Diana’s personal collection, her Welsh gold wedding ring and an eternity band gifted by Harry for their anniversary in 2019.

She complemented her look with diamond earrings and her signature gold Cartier Love bracelet.

Meghan Markle attends the ESPYs on July 11, 2024.KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY IMAGES

Meghan’s Rodi band isn’t the only statement ring in her collection. The Duchess of Sussex famously gave a wave in Princess Diana’s aquamarine cocktail ring en route to her evening wedding reception when she married Harry in May 2018.

Eva Hartling, the vice president of Canadian jeweler Maison Birks told PEOPLE at the time that she expected the bride to wear something blue during her wedding ceremony, but thought the accessory was flawless.

“I thought she could have gone with something blue with a piece of jewelry for example in her first look, but we saw it in her second look with her ring belonging to Diana,” Hartling said. “I think that was symbolic.”

Meghan Markle on her May 19, 2018 royal wedding day; Princess Diana. STEVE PARSONS – WPA POOL/GETTY IMAGES; TIM GRAHAM/GETTY IMAGES

Meghan’s bespoke white halter gown by Oscar de la Renta at the ESPYs echoed the style of her second dress from her royal wedding day. The color, neckline and open back were reminiscent of the high-necked halter gown by Stella McCartney that she wore to the evening reception at Frogmore House in 2018. This followed the wedding ceremony at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, where she wore a white silk gown with a bateau neckline and three-quarter length sleeves by Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy.

Meghan’s makeup for both the 2024 ESPY Awards and her 2018 wedding day was done by her longtime friend, makeup artist Daniel Martin.

Meghan Markle and Serena Williams attend the ESPYs on July 11, 2024; Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on their May 19, 2018 royal wedding day.GETTY (2)

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“ESPYS with my besties! Congratulations buddy on you Pat Tillman Award for Service 🙏🏼💛,” Martin captioned a snap of Prince Harry and Meghan from their night out on Instagram.

“There She Glows ✨💕,” he wrote below a second photo showing Meghan’s soft glam up close as she smiled on.

The Duchess of Sussex’s sleek ‘do was credited to celebrity hair colorist Kadi Lee and hairstylist Hector on the Highbrow Hippie Instagram account. The duo was the same team behind her bouncy blowout on the second day of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025’s One Year to Go event in February.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are having a date night at the 2024 ESPY Awards.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped out at ESPN’s 32nd annual ceremony honoring athletic achievement at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on July 11.

The ESPYs were hosted by Serena Williams, a friend of Meghan and Harry’s, and the tennis legend gave the couple a shout-out in her opening monologue.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend the ESPYs on July 11, 2024.KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY

“It’s well, actually only pretty often that I get to be in a room with actual royalty, and tonight is no exception,” Williams said. “Prince Harry and Meghan are here. Let’s give it up for them.”

“But please, Harry and Meghan, try not to breathe too much tonight,” she continued. “Because this is my night, and I don’t want to be overshadowed by the accusations that you guys are taking up too much oxygen, okay?”

The footage cut to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex laughing at the joke from the front row.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend the ESPYs on July 11, 2024.KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY

The Duchess of Sussex and Williams have known each other since 2010 when they met at a Super Bowl XLIV event. They’ve since supported each other during clothing line launches, tennis tournaments, podcasts and even weddings, as Williams and her husband, Alexis Ohanian, attended Meghan and Prince Harry’s 2018 nuptials at Windsor Castle.

Meghan and Williams were most recently spotted together at the Royal Salute Polo Challenge in Florida on April 12, in which Prince Harry played.

Meghan Markle and Serena Williams attend the 2024 ESPY Awards at Dolby Theatre on July 11, 2024.KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY

Prince Harry is set to accept the Pat Tillman Award for Service during the show, recognizing his work with service personnel and veterans through the Invictus Games as the adaptive sports competition is celebrating its 10th year.

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Prince Harry accepts the Pat Tillman Award at the ESPYs on July 11, 2024.FRAZER HARRISON/GETTY

The Pat Tillman Award for Service is handed out annually in honor of the NFL player who dropped out of the league and enlisted in the military after 9/11. He died in Afghanistan in 2004 when he was just 27.

However, the announcement of this year’s recipient wasn’t met with praise by all. Mary Tillman, Pat’s mother, told the Daily Mail, “I am shocked as to why they would select such a controversial and divisive individual to receive the award.”

“There are recipients that are far more fitting. There are individuals working in the veteran community that are doing tremendous things to assist veterans,” Mary continued. “These individuals do not have the money, resources, connections or privilege that Prince Harry has. I feel that those types of individuals should be recognized.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the ESPYs on July 11, 2024.ABC

ESPN said in a statement in response: “ESPN, with the support of the Tillman Foundation, is honoring Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, specifically for the work of The Invictus Games Foundation as it celebrates its 10th year promoting healing through the power of sport for military service members and veterans around the world. While we understand not everyone will agree with all honorees selected for any award, the Invictus Games Foundation does incredible work, and ESPN believes this is a cause worth celebrating.”

From left: Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and Serena Williams attend the 2024 ESPY Awards at Dolby Theatre on July 11, 2024.KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY

His strongly-worded statement aimed at protecting his then girlfriend Meghan has been quietly deleted by the Royal Family.

One royal expert claims that Harry won’t be happy his statement has been deleted (Image: Getty)Prince Harry has had a “very upsetting shock” after his strongly worded defence of wife Meghan Markle was quietly deleted by the Royal Family.

The Duke of Sussex issued the statement against the press in November 2016 as he raged at the media for “racial undertones” in regards to his then girlfriend Meghan. But in a surprising move Harry’s staunch defence has been removed from royal.co.uk after seven years.

Now, royal author Tom Quinn, claims the removal was a “very upsetting shock” for Harry.

Speaking exclusively to The Mirror, he said: “The statement was a scathing attack on the press and King Charles knows that he needs to keep the press on the side and work with rather than against the media.

“For Harry removing the statement will be a real and very upsetting shock – he will see this as the Royal Family shutting him down, erasing an important part of the anti-media crusade Harry has waged for so long.”

Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan have recently been to Nigeria (Image: Getty)

Tom says Harry would have wanted the statement to remain on the Royal website “as a permanent reminder that Meghan and Harry are victims not aggressors.”

Harry’s statement was released by former Kensington Palace communications secretary Jason Knauf days after Harry’s relationship with Meghan was made public.

It came following an article in The Mail on Sunday which read: “Harry’s girl is (almost) straight outta Compton: Gang-scarred home of her mother revealed—so will he be dropping by for tea?”

The statement read: “His girlfriend, Meghan Markle, has been subject to a wave of abuse and harassment.

“Some of this has been very public – the smear on the front page of a national newspaper; the racial undertones of comment pieces; and the outright sexism and racism of social media trolls and web article comments.

“Some of it has been hidden from the public – the nightly legal battles to keep defamatory stories out of papers; her mother having to struggle past photographers in order to get to her front door; the attempts of reporters and photographers to gain illegal entry to her home and the calls to police that followed; the substantial bribes offered by papers to her ex-boyfriend; the bombardment of nearly every friend, co-worker, and loved one in her life.”

Meanwhile, it’s been reported that Prince Harry “can’t believe” he’s not in the VIP category that would afford him automatic state security as his legal row with the UK government rolls on, an expert claims.

News broke this week that the Prince has been given the green light to appeal a case he lost in the High Court against the Home Office, which downgraded his protection detail after he stepped back as a senior royal in 2020.

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, was honored with the prestigious Pat Tillman Award for Service at the 2024 ESPY Awards held at the Dolby Theatre. The award recognizes his remarkable contributions to the Invictus Games, a Paralympic-style competition he founded for wounded service members.

A Tribute to Pat Tillman

The Pat Tillman Award, named after the late ex-footballer Pat Tillman, holds special significance. Tillman famously left behind a $3.8 million NFL contract to join the US Army after the 9/11 tragedy. Tragically, he lost his life due to friendly fire in Afghanistan two decades ago.

In a heartfelt acceptance speech, Prince Harry emphasized that the award belonged not to him but to the veterans and service personnel from over 20 nations who made the Invictus Games a reality. He said, “I stand here not as Prince Harry, Pat Tillman award recipient, but rather as a voice on behalf of the Invictus Games Foundation. Moments like these help us reach those that need Invictus most and reduce the alarming statistic of more than 20 veterans a day taking their own lives in this country alone.”

Acknowledging the Tillman Family

Prince Harry expressed his deepest gratitude to everyone in the Pat Tillman Foundation, led by Marie Tillman Shenton, who was present at the event. He also paid tribute to the Tillman family, particularly Mary Tillman. He stated, “Her advocacy for Pat’s legacy is deeply personal and one that I respect. The bond between a mother and son is eternal and transcends even the greatest losses.”

Giving a nod to late mother

‘Her advocacy for Pat’s legacy is deeply personal and one that I respect,’ he said, referring to the fallen soldier’s mom. ‘The bond between a mother and son is eternal and transcends even the greatest losses.’

Controversy and Recognition

However, controversy surrounded Prince Harry’s selection as this year’s recipient. Mary Tillman openly expressed her surprise, calling him a “controversial and divisive individual.” She argued that other deserving recipients within the veteran community lacked the resources and privilege that Prince Harry possesses.

Despite the criticism, the ESPY Awards continue to celebrate unsung sporting heroes. Last year, the Buffalo Bills training staff received the Pat Tillman award for their life-saving actions on the field.

Prince Harry’s acceptance of the Pat Tillman Award underscores the power of unity, courage, and mutual respect—a message that resonates beyond national boundaries and personal struggles. His commitment to supporting veterans through the Invictus Games remains unwavering, honoring Pat Tillman’s legacy and inspiring others to make a difference.

ITV Love Island fans rumble bombshell Lolly Hart’s ‘game plan’ after spotting huge clue

Flight attendant Lolly threw Love Island into chaos as she made her surprise entrance into the villa this Thursday, and viewers believe they have figured out what she is up to.

Ciaran Davies went on a date with Lolly during which she complimented him on how mature he was for his age

Lolly Hart may have a shocking plan in mind and it could announce trouble in paradise for Nicole Samuel and Ciaran Davies.

New bombshell Lolly snuck into The Hideaway as she made her debut in the ITV2 programme this Thursday, July 11, 2024. But her arrival immediately sparked tension as she embarked on three dates with Joey Essex, Ciaran Davies and Konnor Ewudzi.

The newcomer’s choice was deemed controversial due to his closed-off relationship with Nicole Samuel and Lolly appeared to be fighting a losing game with the loyal lad.

However, reality TV viewers at home believe they’ve figured out one of Lolly’s power moves as she complimented him on how mature he was for his age. “I just feel like, not to patronise your age at all, but I feel like, for a 21 year-old, you hold yourself well”, Lolly said, prompting the surveyor to reply: “Thank you very much, I appreciate that.”

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Joey Essex was one of the three lads called to The Hideaway for a date with bombshell Lolly Hart. Ciaran Davies and Konnor Ewudzi had also been picked. ( 
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Fans flocked to X, otherwise known as Twitter, with one penning: “The 21 year old comment was SO SMART. she knows Ciaran is sensitive about his age. I see your game miss Lolly.” Another agreed: “Lolly is so sweet. Complimenting Ciaran about his age”, while a third added: “Lolly the first girl to compliment Ciaran’s age.” One fourth and final viewer commented: “Lolly hit a soft spot for Ciaran when she told him he was mature for his age.”

Flight attendant Lolly left no room for doubt during her first date, which took place with Joey and she expressed her thoughts clearly on his couple with Jessy: “I think your personality and my personality would go together to a tee, but I have got something to say… you’ve kind of gone back in your shell a little bit from the beginning, please correct me if I’m wrong.”

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She added: “I feel like you’re jokey, laughy and fun but since you’ve been with Jessy, she’s a gorgeous, gorgeous girl, she’s naturally beautiful but I don’t know if there’s something missing between you both.”

Meanwhile, Jessy seethed as she wondered how their date was playing out and she confronted Joey over the date as soon as she could, while the TOWIE star tried to reassure her. Could he reconsider? The Love Island final looms ahead as fans eagerly wait for confirmation on its airing date. With the show typically running for eight weeks, previous seasons suggest that the 2024 series could end on Monday, July 29.

ITV Love Island split ‘sealed’ as viewers send out warning to Jessica Spencer

Mimii Ngulube has found her match in the form of bombshell Josh on Love Island but with Ayo roaming the villa, fans believe Jessica Spencer could be in danger in the next dumping.

Love Island fans believe Ayo is playing a dangerous game with both Mimii and Jessica

Ayo Odukoya seems to be straying from Jessica Spencer as viewers believe she could have given him “the ick.”

The pair bonded during their recent stay in Casa Amor but this Thursday, July 11, 2024, their lack of chemistry shocked ITV2 viewers who realised Ayo still kept an eye on former Love Island partner Mimii Ngulube.

Fan favourite and mental health nurse Mimii recovered from being dumped by Ayo in the arms of bombshell Josh Oyinsan with viewers dubbing them the obvious winners of this year’s series.

However, Ayo is far from pleased to see Mimii has moved on and fans raised alarm bells for his current partner Jessica Spencer on X, otherwise known as Twitter.

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“It wasn’t tough to watch mimi sad and crying for a week while you was kissing jess but it’s tough to watch her with next man oh okay ayo”, one viewer wrote. Another seethed: “Ayo if you’re “so happy” with Jess why’re you always worried about Mimii???? LEAVE HER ALONEEEE.”

A third chimed in: “The reason why Ayo irritates me to the core is because it’s not as if he’s suddenly come to the realisation that he wants Mimii and is ready to treat her right. He wants to draw her back into triangle 2.0 so he can remain indecisive with her and Jess.” “Ayo is SICK saying he’s focusing on Jess but saying it’s hard to watch Mimi happy with another guy. He HATES seeing her happy He is a witch”, another fumed.

Elsewhere, viewers pleaded with Jess as she desperately tried to get a declaration of love out of Ayo. “Jess can feel Ayo slipping away. She better graft”, one wrote. Another commented: “Jess babe it’s giving desperate, be calm”, while a third continued: “Jess is trying so hard, can she not tell Ayo is never gonna tell her the things she wants to hear?”

Speculation follows the exits of established stars, including Uma Jammeh. Earlier this week, the beauty decided to leave Mallorca and snubbed bombshell Reuben. Uma was in tears on Tuesday when she told Reuben she didn’t want to be coupled up with him – she only had eyes for Wil Anderson, despite their rocky moments in Love Island.

“I knew where my head and heart was at and it’s with Wil so I wanted to be true to my feelings for him”, she said after her exit. She added: “We can’t wait to just do normal things on the outside, stay inside and have a takeaway and go on cute dates. Wil wants to take me to Whitley Bay to see where he’s from, but we’ve also discussed him possibly moving to London so I’m looking forward to the future with him. The only way is up from here.”

When questioned over her connection with the 23-year-old influencer, she then said: “when Wil walked in I instantly felt a connection with him, he was all in for me which I really liked, and it was refreshing off the back of the Ayo situation. Once Wil took me to the other Villa for an overnight stay something clicked and I felt a special spark in that moment which made me realise he was the person for me.

The Love Island looms ahead as fans eagerly wait for confirmation on its airing date. With the show typically running for eight weeks, previous seasons suggest that the 2024 series could end on Monday, July 29. A new bombshell named Lolly also made her entrance in the villa this Thursday, snatching Joey Essex for an impromptu date at The Hideaway.