The islanders have left the villa, but the drama hasn’t slowed down for the season 8 cast of Love Island U.K. and — spoiler alert — Us Weekly is rounding up the biggest feuds, revelations and post-show allegations.
02.08.2022 - 23:07 / ok.co.uk
Davide Sanclimenti infamously branded Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu "an actress and a liar," but following their Love Island win, an expert has told OK! how it's easy to see that the Turkish star's feelings are totally real. The couple, both 27, were crowned winners of the 2022 series in Monday night's live finale and it's since been revealed that their win was a landslide, as they received over 60% of the votes.
Speaking following the final episode, body language expert Inbaal Hongiman has decoded the winners' actions, revealing how everything from the way they stood to their hand movements suggest it really is true love. Inbaal told OK!: "Standing on that stage as the voting closes, Davide's hand is in his pocket.
He is quietly confident, not necessarily of his win, but that he made the right choice in life, to come on the show." “Ekin-Su is nestled under his arm, their fingers interlocking," Inbaal continued. "Their feelings for each other are genuine, and neither of them regrets a thing, even before the results are called.
"Their joint interview really showcases their feelings - with Ekin-Su leading each answer, talking with her hands, using facial expressions and ribbing Davide, in a way that cannot be fake. When lying, people keep their bodies closer and tighter, in full control, worried that they might get a detail wrong.
“When expressing her true feelings, Ekin-Su is full of movement, and every word is punctuated by a matching movement. “Davide has one hand on her waist, his other on her hand, which in turn is resting on his knee.Their physical closeness is a reflection of their emotional closeness.” Ekin-Su and Davide have undeniably been the stars of the eighth season of Love Island, with memorable moments including the
.The islanders have left the villa, but the drama hasn’t slowed down for the season 8 cast of Love Island U.K. and — spoiler alert — Us Weekly is rounding up the biggest feuds, revelations and post-show allegations.
Love Island star Gemma Owen has beaten the rest of this year’s contestants in Ianding a huge money deal with a fashion brand, according to reports. The 19 year old daughter of former footballer Michael Owen was announced as second place runner-up alongside Luca Bish in the Love Island final, losing out to winners Ekin-Su Cülcüloglu and Davide Sanclimenti.Though Gemma certainly hasn’t lost out when it comes to her opportunities since exiting the villa though, with the reality star becoming the first Islander of the latest series to secure a reported “six-figure” deal with clothing company BooHoo. Gemma was reported to have celebrated her big business deal at private members club 180 The Strand in London on Friday.
Ekin-Su Cülcüloglu was all smiles as she hit the gym on her own. Ekin-Su, who won this year’s Love Island alongside Davide Sanclimenti, beamed at the cameras as she readied herself for an intense gym session.The Turkish actress wowed in a blue sports bra with wrap detailing along with matching blue, high-waisted leggings. Ekin-Su, 27, wore her hair down and partly tied back, and completed the sporty look with a pair of fresh white Nike trainers.
Love Island fans were stunned by a remark made by host Laura Whitmore while interviewing runners-up Gemma Owen and Luca Bish on Sunday night's reunion show. Nineteen-year-old dressage rider Gemma found love with fishmonger Luca, 23, during their two months in the famous villa in Mallorca.
Love Island's Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu snubbed her former castmate Antigoni Buxton's party despite no apparent "hard feelings" with former potential love rival Nathalia Campos. The 27 year old Turkish actress who won this year's Love Island, alongside her Italian beau Davide Sanclimenti, 27, was amongst this year's finalists of the show who appeared to snub their fellow Love Islanders from this year's series after being no-shows at singer Antigoni's bash.
Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has appeared unrecognisable in resurfaced photos taken of her for a fashion contest a decade ago. Ekin-Su and Davide Sanclimenti were crowned the winners in the final on 1 August, securing a joint £50,000 cash prize as they beat runners-up Gemma Owen and Luca Bish. During the ITV2 series, viewers and contestants alike were struck by the Turkish bombshell’s stunning appearance whilst in the villa.
Former Love Island star Shaughna Phillips has shed some light on rumours that contestants are bound by a 'secret contract' to stay together for a certain amount of time after leaving the show. Speaking in her final exclusive OK! column this week, the 28-year-old 2020 star shut down the idea of restrictions having been put in place by producers. "Everyone always asks me if it’s true that there’s a contract in place where they have to stay with each other," she revealed.
Hi everyone, it’s Shaughna Phillips here with my final Love Island column of the series. I’ve just got back from Majorca after flying out there to watch the final, which was so fun. I thought it was a good episode.
They recently dismissed speculation that they’d split with a cosy airport selfie as they made their way back to the UK. But a body language expert has exclusively told OK! that things between Love Island couple Gemma Owen and Luca Bish appear “uncertain”.The pair finished in second place in Monday night’s final behind winners Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti, while Indiyah Polack and Dami Hope took third and Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page fourth. And celebrity psychic and body language expert Inbaal Honigman says Luca looked “uncertain” and “mistrustful” during the final, while partner Gemma was “stiff” and is “reluctant” to get closer to the 23 year old.
Last night, the Love Island final aired and fans are excited to see couples take the next step of their relationship on the outside world.
Love Island fans were left concerned for Gemma Owen and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu during the final episode of the series, after they were seen with “matching skin marks”. Ekin-Su and Davide Sanclimenti were announced the winners of the ITV2 series on Monday night, with Gemma and Luca Bish coming in as runners-up.
Love Island couple Gemma Owen and Luca Bish have been predicted to split after the show by a psychic. Gemma ,19, and Luca, 23 were the first couple to announce their strong feelings towards each other on the ITV2 series and were together since pretty much the start of the show.
Since Love Island started in 2015, love has always prevailed and so far every couple has chosen to split the 50k prize money rather than steal it. However, last year’s finalist Chloe Burrows believes that one couple could win and steal the money this year.
Love Island 2022 is drawing to a close, but not before fans are treated to a special episode where the Islanders meet their partner's family and friends. Sunday evening's episode is set to see the remaining Islanders get to know a little more about what their partner is like outside the villa and what their family thinks of them, as they are introduced to their other half's nearest and dearest.
Hi everyone it’s Shaughna Phillips here with my penultimate Love Island column of the series. I can’t believe it’s the final on Monday 1 August – it’s gone so fast! I’ll be really honest, I haven’t found this week as exciting. I think it’s because they’re all really loved-up now, so I already know what they’re going to say without even having to watch it.