Love Island's Adam Collard slams rumours he ‘doesn’t like Ekin-Su’

Adam Collard has revealed the real reason he decided to make his iconic return to ITV2's hit dating show Love Island.Speaking on his podcast with pal Mickey Seers, Adam admitted he returned to the show purely for financial benefits, revealing he wanted to get a "little piece" of Molly-Mae Hague's million pound success.Adam first appeared on the show in 2018 and bounced between islanders Rosie Williams and Zara McDermott.

LOVE Island stars had a glam reunion in London last night - but some big names from the show were missing. The likes of Chyna Mills, Coco Lodge and Lacey Edwards descended on the swanky STK restaurant in Mayfair for a party hosted by fashion brand InTheStyle. The stunning Casa Amor girls were also joined by Deji Adeniyi, who draped a leather jacket with bold stitching over his shoulders.

Love Island 2022 contestants have returned home from Majorca with some of them already putting pen to paper on big money brand ambassador deals. Past contestants have gone on to earn millions following their time in the villa. Islanders are normally inundated with offers from brands and sponsorship deals.

Love Island star Jamie Allen has been "released" from his footballing contract with FC Halifax Town. At the time of Jamie's Love Island appearance his football team made it clear they were unhappy with him leaving to join the ITV dating show.Jamie is yet to comment on the departure but the club released the news on their social media channel today. READ MORE: Love Island's Paige Thorne lands six figure deal as first islander collaboration The statement read: "FC Halifax Town and Jamie Allen have mutually agreed to release Jamie from his contract and he has left the Club."FC Halifax Town would like to thank Jamie for his contribution to the Football Club and wish him all the best in the future."The club made it clear they were unhappy with Jamie's decision to joining the cast of Love Island and at the time posted a statement that read: "Allen has decided to join the cast of Love Island 2022, making his intentions clear that the opportunity is very important to him."The matter will be reviewed on his return."Many fans of the football team, however, were not happy about Jamie's decision to leave the club.One wrote: "Hope it was worth it Jamie lad, a weeks worth on TV and another week of Interviews from Magazines and that will be your lot.

LOVE Island's Paige Thorne has signed a huge six-figure deal to become the face of a fashion brand. The Welsh paramedic, 24, has been named as the face of Forever Unique and the signing marks the brand's first ever collaboration with a star of the ITV2 series.

LOVE Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has fuelled rumours she's set to replace Laura Whitmore after jetting off for a secret project. The reality TV star has teased new "amazing" work on her Instagram stories, and some fans are sure it's to do with the ITV2 show. Last night, Love Island star Ekin-Su, 28, appeared make-up free on her Instagram stories to reveal she was flying away for the new job.

LOVE Island star Gemma Owen has let Luca Bish watch her ride her beloved horse - despite her being against the idea. The international dressage rider, 19, previously admitted she didn't want the former fishmonger, 23, to watch her horse riding whilst in the villa.

Earlier this week, ITV Love Island's Gemma Owen divided fans when she was revealed as the new face of PrettyLittleThing (PLT). The daughter of Michael Owen

Paige Thorne only left the Love Island villa three weeks ago and has already hit the big time. Paige, 24, has signed a whopping six-figure deal with fashion label Forever Unique in her first collaboration since the show finished.The Welsh paramedic is releasing a partywear line with the brand.

Love Island star Paige Thorne has signed a huge deal with global fashion brand Forever Unique in time for the festive season.Since leaving the villa, Paige has also admitted that she wants to return to her job as a paramedic in Swansea.The signing will be Paige’s first partnership with a brand since she left the villa along with her partner Adam Collard.READ MORE:Love Island's Adam Collard FaceTimed huge Hollywood stars – with no idea who they wereThe fashion brand’s first ever Love Island collaboration is set to be released in time for the party season towards the end of the year.Forever Unique is owned by The Real Housewives Of Cheshire star Seema Malhotra who has admitted that she “loved Paige from the very first episode” of the ITV2 reality dating show.After Paige won Seema over throughout her eight weeks on the programme, Seema knew she was the “absolute perfect fit” for her label.Paige, who was a paramedic before she joined Love Island, has also spoken out about her partnership with Forever Unique.She said: “I love that Forever Unique offers wardrobe staples that last a lifetime. I wanted my collection to be a considered purchase, using high quality materials and taking me out of my comfort zone.

Chloe Burrows has admitted there is a pressure for couples to stay together after leaving the Love Island villa due to the attention put on your relationships.The 26 year old was a runner up on the 2021 series of the hit ITV2 dating show with boyfriend Toby Aromolaran, 23.The pair are now one of just two couples from their entire series to still be together, alongside Faye Winter and Teddy Soares, both 27. Speaking exclusively to OK! about which couples she think will go the distance from the year's series – including winners Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti – Chloe said: "There's quite a few strong couples but it's like a domino effect.

LOVE Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has been spotted looking totally different with shorter hair - but not all is as it seems. The reality TV star - who won the ITV2 dating show this summer alongside her boyfriend Davide Sanclimenti - could be seen messing around in bed with her beau on Monday night.

Love Island fans have accused Pretty Little Thing (PLT) of snubbing Indiyah Polack after "using" the star for social engagement before Gemma Owen landed a deal with the fashion company.The international dressage rider, 19, was confirmed as the latest ambassador for the popular online retailer, which she said was "a dream come true." She told her followers that she was "excited to get to work" and that she could not wait to begin designing her clothing collection. However, since the announcement on Monday, 22 August, the brand has come under fire with many Love Island viewers slamming the fast fashion company over its recent poll asking who would be the "perfect PLT doll," between Indiyah and Gemma – in which Indiyah received thousands of votes.

LOVE Island’s Dami Hope has finally addressed rumours of a romance with Paige, and the accusations he bullied Tasha. The Irish reality star came third in the show this summer with his now-girlfriend Indiyah Polack.  And despite Paige Thorne now dating Adam Collard, and the pair never coupling up on the show, fans have wondered if there was more to Dami’s friendship with her.  Dami said: “With Paige, you know when you say someone is your girl best friend, they’re so platonic.

Adam Collard has revealed the real reason he returned to Love Island. The 26 year old personal trainer, who may well have dropped the L-bomb with new beau Paige Thorne, shocked fans with his reappearance on the show four years after his first stint. He went much further on the eight series of the show, coupling up with Swansea-born paramedic Paige, 24, who he is now dating outside the villa.

Love Island fans have been speculating who could replace Laura Whitmore as host. The Irish presenter, 37, who is set to make her West End debut later this year, announced on Monday night that she is quitting the ITV2 dating show after three series after taking over from Caroline Flack in 2020. Fans of the show were quick to share their views on Twitter on just who should replace her when the next series hits South Africa in January 2023.

Adam Collard and Paige Thorne have taken another big step in their relationship, with two-time villa resident Adam telling his partner that he loves her. Earlier this month, the couple appeared on Lorraine, hosted by Ranvir Singh, where they confirmed they are boyfriend and girlfriend.

Luca Bish has spoke out about meeting Gemma Owen's dad in a new interview, revealing that he thinks he's managed to win him over after recently meeting for the first time.The Love Island star, 23, came in second place on the hit ITV2 dating show alongside international dressage rider Gemma, 19, who is the daughter of former professional footballer Michael Owen. After recently meeting Michael, 42, in person, it seems that Luca is confident he's won the dad-of-four over and gained his seal of approval.

Love Island star Tasha Ghouri looked incredible on Friday night as she squeezed into a blue latex Versace dress and posed alongside her boyfriend Andrew Le Page as they met up with their former cast mates at a reunion dinner in London. The model and dancer, who just celebrated her 24th birthday, looked happier than ever as she beamed next to her real estate beau, who she met and later became official with on the hit ITV2 show, before the pair eventually came fourth in the final.