Love Island's top 5 brutal bust-ups - including fight which led to girl being kicked out
Love Island is renowned for its sun-soaked drama, blossoming romances, and fiery arguments that leave viewers glued to their screens.
Over the years, the villa has witnessed plenty of explosive rows, with contestants clashing over loyalty, betrayal, and misunderstandings.
Whether it's a heated exchange over misplaced loyalty, a betrayal that leaves the villa reeling, or a public dressing-down that becomes instantly iconic, Love Island arguments have a way of sparking endless debates on social media.
So, with tensions already starting to flare in this year's All Stars series, here are five of the most unforgettable bust-ups that defined the show’s history.
Faye Winter and Teddy Soares (2021)
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The 2021 series of Love Island delivered one of the most intense confrontations ever when Faye Winter exploded at Teddy Soares after seeing footage of him in Casa Amor.
In the infamous Movie Night challenge, a clip was shown of Teddy admitting he found another girl attractive, even though he ultimately stayed loyal to Faye.
Feeling betrayed and humiliated, Faye unleashed an explosive tirade against Teddy in front of the other Islanders.
The argument spanned several scenes, with Faye pacing around the villa, shouting at Teddy while Islanders like Jake and Millie attempted to calm her down. The fallout sparked conversations about the boundaries of acceptable behaviour on the show, with Ofcom receiving thousands of complaints.
Anna Vakili and Jordan Hames (2019)
In 2019, a heated row between Anna Vakili and Jordan Hames unfolded, which left the villa in shock.
Just days after Jordan made things official with Anna, he stunned everyone by confessing his interest in newcomer India Reynolds.
When Anna discovered his intentions, she confronted him in one of the most iconic arguments in Love Island history.
Surrounded by their fellow Islanders, Anna shouted at Jordan, calling him "a liar" and accusing him of leading her on.
The fallout led to the couple splitting and became a key moment that viewers still reference when discussing the most dramatic moments of the show.
Kady McDermott and Malia Arkian (2016)
Season 2's drama peaked when Kady McDermott and newcomer Malia Arkian came to blows – literally.
The confrontation started after Kady accidentally spilt wine on Malia during a celebratory toast. What began as an awkward mishap quickly escalated into an explosive argument.
Malia accused Kady of being clumsy and disrespectful, while Kady fired back with insults. The confrontation became physical, leading to Malia being ejected from the villa just hours after her arrival.
This moment remains one of the most shocking in Love Island history, as it was the first (and only) time a contestant was removed due to a physical altercation.
Ellie Brown and Georgia Steel (2018)
Ellie Brown and Georgia Steel's fiery clash during the 2018 season became an unforgettable moment of reality TV drama.
The argument stemmed from Georgia's controversial kiss with Jack Fowler, who was coupled up with Laura Anderson at the time.
Georgia insisted the kiss was innocent and that her loyalty remained intact, but Ellie and others weren’t convinced.
Ellie accused Georgia of being disingenuous and branded her a liar. The tension boiled over into a shouting match where Ellie hurled insults at Georgia, famously calling her an "ugly c***." The shocking language left both Islanders and viewers speechless, making it one of the most talked-about fights in Love Island history.
Maura Higgins and Tom Walker (2019)
Maura Higgins, known for her quick wit and sharp comebacks, became a fan favourite in 2019 for moments like her explosive confrontation with Tom Walker.
Just before the pair were set to enjoy a romantic night in the Hideaway, Tom made the mistake of telling the boys he wanted to see if Maura was "all mouth."
Unfortunately for Tom, Maura overheard the comment, and what followed was an unforgettable takedown. In front of everyone, Maura confronted Tom, calling out his disrespect and labelling him a "d***head." She then cancelled their date, leaving Tom embarrassed and isolated. Fans praised Maura for standing up for herself.
Love Island airs Mondays-Sundays at 9pm on ITV2
