Love Island Luca Bish's family make veiled dig at him after Gemma Owen drama

LOVE Island viewers think that Gemma Owen has secretly left the villa after she went 'missing' during last night's episode. The professional equestrian, who is the daughter of footballer Michael Owen, has been a huge talking point of the ITV2 dating show so far.

Love Island burst onto our screens for the first time back in 2015 and has featured some truly iconic characters.Many of the most popular contestants have gone on to have successful careers in influencing, social media and modelling.However, there have been a few stars involved in the show that had already had their taste of fame, thanks to a family connection to stardom.READ MORE: Ex Love Island star believes 'dry' Gemma Owen is using show to further careerFrom footballing fathers to musically blessed mothers, some of Love Island’s well known alumni have experienced the high life before they had a shot at their own.Continue reading to check out which islanders already had a link to fame and how they live their lavish lives.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comArguably one of the island’s most iconic residents, Dani appeared on the series back in 2018.She was coupled with her partner Jack Fincham from the first day they arrived at the villa and stayed strong until the final episode, when they were crowned the season’s winners.Dani revealed that her famous father was actor and British icon Danny Dyer, well known for his role as Mick Carter in EastEnders.The pair share a solid bond and since her appearance on Love Island, the pair have gone one to present MTV’s True Love or True Lies together, as well as their podcast Sorted With The Dyers.She has a son, Santiago, and has gone on to have a glamorous life since leaving the island.Dani and Jack had their own TV series post-Love Island and she took on the role of guest reporter on BBC’s The One Show in 2019.The star has a collection with In The Style, who were former sponsors of the show, and a line of lip

READ MORE: Ex Love Island star believes 'dry' Gemma Owen is using show to further careerLast year, Love Island bosses claimed to have gay contestants presented a "logistical difficulty" – something which Alex claims has been broken.The 27-year-old who previously dated Samira Mighty has spoken exclusively to the Daily Star on his thoughts.He said: "I can't really speak for all the other shows because obviously the big one that has made its brand, doing what it's doing and has been successful doing that."I can't really comment and say that it needs to change because that's just the brand that it is."I think Amazon Prime Video's Lovestruck High has really shown that it can be done and if companies really wanted to, they could do that."It's not me to say that they should and you know, call certain ones out for not doing it but it's been proven it can be done."The accountant continued: "We're not the only ones that have done it as well, there's another show earlier this year that had people with more representation from the LGBTQ+ community involved."Hopefully, it's the start of something that's more progressive for that environment moving forward."Discussing ex-Islander Zara McDermott's BBC Three show, Love In The Flesh, Alex added: "I've got a friend that was on Zara's one, so I know they had representation in that."ITV's commissioner Amanda Stavri previously told RadioTimes: "In terms of gay Islanders, I think the main challenge is regarding the format of Love Island.

Love Island fans were left in hysterics during Thursday night’s episode of the popular ITV2 dating show, as Luca Bish realised that his loved up relationship with Gemma Owen could soon be under threat. The episode opened to trouble in paradise for couple Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Jay Younger, as Jay calmly and respectfully told Ekin-Su he would like to get to know Paige Thorne better. While things appeared to initially go well at first, it wasn’t long before Ekin-Su kicked off in a fiery tantrum at having been “led on” and “mugged off”.

Love Island fans were left cracking up after Italian singleton Davide Sanclimenti began talking about himself in the third person after a shocking kiss with Danica.Davide was left single after his partner Ekin-Su shared a smooch with new guy Jay, leaving him in a friendship couple with Gemma Owen.When new girl Danica arrived, she began pursuing Davide after receiving the cold shoulder from Gemma’s partner Luca.As Davide and Danica went for a private chat in the villa, Davide reaches in for a kiss before confessing in the beach hut: “I felt like Danica was really into Davide so I gave her a little gift.”Fans immediately reacted on Twitter, dubbing the chat “hilarious’.“I felt like Danica was completely into Davide' has killed me lol,” said one viewer."Not Davide speaking in third person,” said another, followed by a laughing gif.“Talking about himself in the third person and then referring to a kiss as a gift. Is Davide of this world? hilarious.”Elsewhere, fans saw Ekin-Su lose her cool after Jay expressed his interest in Paige.After initially telling him, she didn’t mind him getting to know her, she changed her mind and confronted him for being a “mug.”Paige was seen crying after Jacques encouraged her to chat to Jay, but decided to get to know him.New guy Charlie was then seen comforting Ekin-Su before he took her and Tasha on a date.Fans were surprised to hear narrator Iain Stirling claim the posh hunk has some royal connections.

Love Island has cemented itself as part of many people’s daily schedules, and with Casa Amor set to return soon, the drama is about to get turned up even further. Past contestants are still the talk of the town thanks to their Instagram pages that detail what's going on in their lives. And as this year’s villa is rocked with more and more bombshells, one study by AskGamblers looked at the predicted earnings each contestant would be able to earn for a sponsored post on Instagram, based on their current following and engagement rate.

Footballing legend Michael Owen has issued a warning to Gemma Owen ’s fellow Love Islanders, as he opened up about what a “horror” his daughter can be when her mind is firmly fixed on the prize. The 19 year old stunner has definitely followed in her father’s footsteps when it comes to embracing a competitive streak, with the international dressage rider almost insufferable once she “has her game face on.” Fully embracing her competitive spirit, Gemma is a force to be reckoned with, with her doting dad admitting that people, including her fellow Love Islanders, need to “stay out of her way” once she sets her mind to something. "Match day or if it’s a big competition, going into that ring, she turns into a horror.

Gemma Owen has been making a mark on reality TV during her stint on this year’s Love Island. The beauty, 19, is the daughter of footballer Michael Owen but she is also a keen sportswoman herself.

It looks like there could be a new couple on the horizon in the Love Island villa as newcomer Danica Taylor and original Islander Davide Sanclimenti are set to lock lips in tonight's episode. Danica has had her sights clearly set on 'Italian Stallion' Davide, and the pair have engaged in numerous flirty chats over the last few episodes of the hit ITV2 show. In a teaser released by ITV for tonight's episode, 21 year old Danica makes her move, telling 27 year old Davide that she wants "to get to know" him.

Jay Younger is set to shock his fellow Islanders on Thursday night’s episode of Love Island as he will reveal to Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Jacques O’Neill that he’s wanting to get to know Paige Thorne “on a better level”. Paige is currently coupled up with Gemma Owen’s ex Jacques, with Wednesday night’s episode showing the pair enjoying a night in the Hideaway together.

LOVE Island star Gemma Owen has been slammed by viewers for her "cold" behaviour towards new bombshell Antigoni Buxton. Eagle-eyed fans noticed the tension straight away and flocked to Twitter to comment.

Did you know that Love Island stars get a full skin consultation before entering the villa? Neither did we until Boots – Love Island’s beauty and skincare partner – let us in on the secret this week. Each Islander is treated to a skin scan with the No7 Pro Derm Scan device before they appear on TV (read more on that here), to ensure they have their skin in tip-top condition and the bathroom stocked with all the skincare they need.

GEMMA Owen was blasted for LYING to the girls so she could tell Luca a secret on Love Island last night. Fans were up in arms when Gemma appeared to break girl code after promising she wouldn't spill the news about the new bombshell.

FOOTBALL legend Michael Owen warned his daughter Gemma is a "horror" when competitive and her fellow Love Islanders should watch out. Gemma, 19, seems to have taken after her the Three Lions star dad and gets her "game face on" when she wants to win.

LOVE Island viewers have threatened to call Ofcom after the girls ganged up on Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu during a tense row this week. On Monday night,  the Islanders clashed in a war of words after the girls accused the Turkish actress of "playing games" in the villa.

They're currently residing in Majorca as they attempt to find love, but this year's Love Island stars also have incredible homes back in the UK and Ireland. The 2022 Love Island cast are currently living in a brand new villa over in Spain, and many were noticeably blown away when they arrived and took a tour of the sprawling property.

Strictly Come Dancing star ex on Wednesday's (June 22) episode.Eagle-eyed fans took to Twitter, where they noticed a little swipe about ex-Saffron Barker, 21, who appeared on Strictly in 2019, and who Luca dated before his ITV stint. Reflecting on new bombshell Antigoni's arrival, who quizzed the lads on the sort of girls they liked, Luca made a confession about his previous dating preference.READ NEXT: Love Island stars shook as bombshell Charlie Radnedge enters villa in latest twistSpeaking to the boys, he revealed: "I used to love a blonde."However, several fans took straight to Twitter to decode the confession, with many convinced the fishmonger was referring to his blonde YouTuber ex-Saffron.

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend.The veteran broadcaster has since admitted that she is now “petrified” of falling over again after the incident.The 82-year-old revealed on Loose Women: “I had a big one I’m afraid, this time. What I did was I tripped over a rug and I took the fall totally on my face.READ MORE: Love Island's Shaughna Phillips convinced Luca knows Gemma's dad is Michael Owen“‘I took it all on a very hard wooden floor and it was all on my face.

Love Island. Gemma, who is now coupled up with islander Luca Bish, received nonstop backlash as ITV2 was accused of making "the Gemma show" after the majority of footage shown revolved around her.

LOVE Island fans spotted Luca Bish made a cryptic reference to his Strictly Come Dancing ex on tonight's show. He reacted to the arrival of Antigoni Braxton in the villa saying: "I used to love a blonde." The fishmonger is in a couple with newcomer Danica Taylor but really wants to be with brunette Gemma Owen.

Love Island star Luca Bish is currently coupled up with famous footballer Michael Owen’s daughter Gemma Owen. Although Gemma has made a name for herself as she's an international dressage rider and has her own swimwear business.The pair were going strong in the Spanish villa up until the 19-year-old's ex-boyfriend Jacques arrived as a bombshell.Since then, we've seen Gemma pull back slightly from Luca as she told him she wanted to slow down their relationship.It seems that Luca is smitten with the brunette beauty as after a brief spat he admitted all she had to do was smile for them to be back on track.Although unbeknown to him, he's dating a celebrity's daughter, and it's not the first person that Luca has been with in the limelight.The fishmonger revealed that last year he was with YouTube and Strictly star Saffron Barker.Both from Brighton, Luca told Metro that they used to go to the same school as each other.He said: "I think she had just come out of a relationship.