US EditionWhy Did Cierra Ortega Leave ‘Love Island USA’ Season 7? Controversy Explained
- During Episode 30 of Love Island USA, which premiered on July 6, 2025, Cierra Ortega left the villa and was officially removed from the competition.
- Her departure came amid controversy after old social media posts resurfaced in which she appeared to use offensive language targeting the Asian community.
- Host Iain Stirling announced Ortega's exit citing a 'personal situation' without further explanation, while production sources said everyone was very bothered by the issue.
- At the time of her exit, Ortega was coupled with Nic Vansteenberghe, who was officially left single, and a petition for her removal had over 17,000 signatures.
- Ortega's removal highlighted ongoing controversies this season regarding racism, though she has not publicly addressed the allegations as of July 6, 2025.
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Love Island USA’s Belle-A Walker Addresses Cierra Ortega’s Exit From Villa Amid Racism Allegations
Love Island USA's Belle-A Walker released a lengthy statement condemning season seven costar Cierra Ortega's alleged racist social media posts amid her sudden exit from the series.
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Cierra Ortega leaves Love Island USA after backlash; Belle-A Walker breaks silence
Cierra Ortega exits the show following the resurfacing of hateful tweets about Love Island USA. Belle-A Walker responds, expressing that she is against anti-Asian hate and no longer supports Ortega.
·New Delhi, India
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