Furious Love Island fans ‘calling Ofcom’ over controversial villa moment

05 June 2024 , 11:40
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Reality TV star Joey Essex is already proving himself to be a headline grabbing asset to the group
Reality TV star Joey Essex is already proving himself to be a headline grabbing asset to the group

FUMING Love Island fans who believe that Sam Taylor was wrongfully dumped from the villa last night, are taking to Ofcom in their droves.

Hairdresser Sam fell victim to the show’s brutal twist and was sent packing after TOWIE star Joey Essex decided to couple up with his girlfriend, Sam Kenny.

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Fans are outraged as Sam Taylor is voted out without the benefit of a public voteCredit: Rex
Joey Essex has wasted no time making his presence felt in the villa
Joey Essex has wasted no time making his presence felt in the villaCredit: Eroteme

Just minutes after the announcement, social media erupted with outrage that Sam’s stay was unfairly derailed without the consent of the public.

Now fans are threatening to take the matter to the powers in charge.

One viewer wrote on X “If we all send in ofcom complaints maybe they’ll bring Sam back #loveIsland

Amy Childs prepared to get cruelly mum-shamed after big decision about her twinsAmy Childs prepared to get cruelly mum-shamed after big decision about her twins

Another wrote: “Ofcom, nah I am not having this.”

Meanwhile another said: “I am on my knees please do not send him home, I’ll pull a Molly.”

While another said: “F**k off I am calling Ofcom.”

It seems that had an early public vote been cast, then semi professional footballer Ronnie Vint, 27 could well have been in trouble.

The love seeking singletons were paired up slightly differently this year.

Boys and girls were separated and told to rate themselves in order of who made the best relationship material. Then the corresponding numbers on each team were matched together.

The first half of last night's show saw the couples mingling and getting better acquainted.

Then the camera zoomed in on thirteenth man Joey Essex who was given 24 hours to decide which girl he fancied the most.

After a special fire pit gathering in last nights episode, Joey was pushed to make a decision.

Thirteenth man Joey Essex had 24 hours to decide which of the girls he fancied the most.

Gemma Collins breaks down in tears and left shaking with emotion on holidayGemma Collins breaks down in tears and left shaking with emotion on holiday

He said: "I've decided to couple up with this girl because I feel like the past 2 hours in the villa, we've been the most flirtatious."

Sam then read out a text that said: "Sam you are single and therefore you are dumped from the Island.

"Please pack your bags and say your goodbyes."

Joey put his head in his hands and said: "I feel so awful."

The Essex lad was revealed as the first ever celebrity bombshell on launch night.

The former Towie star didn't waste any time getting to know the girls intimately, locking lips with three during a game of dares.

He kissed Harriett Blackmore, Nicole Samuel and Samantha - who obviously made the biggest impression.

Joey is keen to find The One during his stint in the villa.

Speaking exclusively to The Sun before landing in Majorca, Joey, 33, said: “I feel like Joey Bond, the name’s Essex, Joey Essex. It felt like a military operation, not even the journey itself but the process of even getting through the application and to this point.

“I got on the plane to Ibiza. I made sure I wore my mask when I went out for dinner and then we got the boat over to Majorca to a villa hidden in the mountains in the middle of nowhere.

“I’m extremely single right now, so I’m praying that I’m going to walk out of the villa hand in hand with the love of my life. That’s my main aim and all I care about.

“It’s difficult for me to meet girls as they judge me based on a persona so I think this experience will allow people to see the real me.”

Sam was keen on Sam Kenny and it appeared like the two were well matched
Sam was keen on Sam Kenny and it appeared like the two were well matchedCredit: Eroteme
But after Joey Essex showed an interest, Sam Taylor was savagely sent packing
But after Joey Essex showed an interest, Sam Taylor was savagely sent packingCredit: Eroteme

Chloe Thomas

Essex, The Only Way is Essex, Ofcom, Love Island, ITV2, Joey Essex

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