Love Island UK has removed Casa Amor contestant Gabriel Garland from the show. According to Deadline, the decision followed a reported stabbing incident.
"Gabriel has now left the Villa and will not be returning," an ITV spokesperson confirmed in a statement to the outlet. The reality show did not elaborate on specifics.
The removal comes as Love Island faces scrutiny over contestant vetting processes. Casa Amor bombshells are brought in to disrupt established couples, but the incident raises questions about screening procedures.
Gabriel's exit will affect villa dynamics, particularly if he had coupled up or created romantic tension with islanders. Love Island producers must now manage his absence in the storyline.
This is the latest in a string of Love Island UK controversies involving contestants and off-show behaviour. The show's production team has increasingly had to address serious allegations involving cast members, raising fresh questions about how thoroughly contestants are vetted before entering the villa.
Fans and critics have been vocal about reality TV duty of care. For now, the Love Island villa continues without him.
