‘Love Island’ U.K. Castmember Removed From Season 13 After Reported Link to Stabbing
‘Love Island’ U.K. Castmember Removed From Season 13 After Reported Link to Stabbing
Gabriel Garland, a 24-year-old personal trainer from Essex, has been removed from Love Island U.K. Season 13 after a reported link to a stabbing incident. Garland entered the villa as a Casa Amor bombshell but was pulled from the show shortly after his arrival, following allegations that surfaced on social media.
According to reports, Garland was allegedly involved in a 2022 incident in which a man was stabbed in the neck during a fight outside a nightclub in Chelmsford. The victim survived, but the incident led to an investigation. ITV, the show’s broadcaster, confirmed Garland’s removal, stating: “We can confirm Gabriel has left the Love Island villa. This is a personal matter and we do not comment on individual cases.”
Key details:
- Garland’s role: Entered as a Casa Amor bombshell to potentially couple up with existing contestants.
- Incident timeline: Allegedly occurred in 2022; Garland was not charged, but the case reportedly remains open.
- Show impact: His exit follows ITV’s stricter vetting processes after previous controversies.
- Fan reaction: Many viewers expressed shock, with some calling for greater background checks on contestants.
Garland’s removal marks the second such incident this season, following a male cast member’s exit over past offensive tweets. Love Island continues to air on ITV2, with the remaining contestants vying for the £50,000 prize.