Love Island's Zara is DUMPED from the villa following a shock recoupling - after the decision was left down to former flame Tom
By Kenzi Devine For Mailonline
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86 View commentsZara Deniz Lackenby-Brown was dumped from the Love Island villa during Wednesday evening's episode following a shock recoupling.
The blonde beauty was left single as the decision came down to her former flame Tom Clare, who opted to couple up with Ellie Spenceinstead.
His decision left the 25-year-old without anyone to recouple with, after failing to form any new connections following their romance.
The recoupling saw new girl Samie Elishi be chosen by Kai Fagan, who appeared over the moon to have first pick of her - ahead of Ron Hall and Tom, who had also been getting to know the brunette since her arrival.
While Ron's initial romantic interest Lana Jenkins was chosen first by Aaron Waters, who showed that he was keen to grow closer to the Make-Up Artist.
Zara is DUMPED from the Love Island villa following a shock recoupling... after the decision was left down to former flame Tom
As both of his romantic choices were off the table, Ron then decided to form a friendship couple with close pal Tanyel Revan.
Talking in his speech, the Financial Advisor explained: 'I couldn't stand facing this journey without you, as my best friend in here. So, the person I'd like to couple up with is, Tanyel.'
The Hair Stylist was happy with the choice, as the pair shared a sweet cuddle - with Ron joking afterwards: 'There are people I'd much rather be sharing a bed with, but I'm glad it's you. Cause at least I can spoon a mate, d'you know what I mean?'
And following the recoupling, Ron vowed to try to patch things up with Lana as he told the unconvinced beauty: 'One week, I will be coupled up with you'.
Spencer Wilks opted to couple up with Olivia Hawkins, who has also been exploring things with Tom again in recent days, as he told the group: 'She's taken the time to get to know me'.
While strong couples ShaqMuhammad and Tanya Manhenga and Will Young and Jessie Wynter decided to stick with the same couples.
And for Shaq, it appeared that the recoupling had sparked some strong feelings - as he then revealed to Tanya that he was in love with her, to which she returned the feeling.
In his hands: The blonde beauty was left single as the decision came down to her former flame Tom Clare
Pulses racing: It was the boys' turn to choose as the girls gathered around the firepit for the surprising recoupling
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Tough: Tom was left the decision of picking Zara or Ellie, both of which who he had flings with
Snapped up: The recoupling saw new girl Samie Elishi be chosen by Kai Fagan, who appeared over the moon to have first pick of her - ahead of Ron Hall and Tom, who had also been getting to know the brunette since her arrival
New bonds?While Ron's initial romantic interest Lana Jenkins was chosen first by Aaron Waters, who showed that he was keen to grow closer to the Make-Up Artist
Different direction: As both of his romantic choices were then off the table, Ron then decided to form a friendship couple with close pal Tanyel Revan
As Zara left the villa for good, she spoke on her experience of the show to ITV2, sharing her predictions that both Shaq and Tanya and Will and Jessie will last on the outside.
And after her relationship with Tom ended up ending her time in the villa, she added: 'I genuinely think me and Tom calling it a day was the best thing that we could have done because we weren’t ever actually on the same page.
'Like a flame, we burned quick, and it was just more physical attraction. The fact we weren’t each other's types intrigued us to try and make a go of it, but ultimately it didn’t work out.'
Pals:Talking in his speech, the Financial Advisor explained: 'I couldn't stand facing this journey without you, as my best friend in here. So, the person I'd like to couple up with is, Tanyel'
Going steady: Smitten Will Young and Jessie Wynter decided to stick together
Sweet: While Shaq Muhammad and Tanya Manhenga kept their strong bond going, and even confessed their love to one another following the recoupling
Home time:As Zara left the villa for good, she spoke on her experience of the show to ITV2, sharing her predictions that both Shaq and Tanya and Will and Jessie will last on the outside
Many fans were devastated to see Zara depart the villa, taking to Twitter to beg producers to bring her back.
'I think that dumping was a violation and Zara didn't deserve that #loveisland,' shared one viewer.
As another added: 'the villa is dead withoiut Zara tbh'.
While a third demanded: ' @loveisland you have until the end of the episode to bring Zara back', and a fourth echoed: 'Can they bring Zara back in casa amor?'
'Calling a sickie into work because Zara left. Bank holiday is needed after that,' tweeted one user.
Not happy: Many fans were devastated to see Zara depart the villa, taking to Twitter to beg producers to bring her back
LOVE ISLAND 2023: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
Tanya Manhenga
Name:Tanya Manhenga
Age:22
Location:Liverpool
Occupation:Student and model
Something not many people know about her:'I have Vitiligo, which is a skin pigmentation, you may not even notice it.'
'It's on my lip and I have a stripe on my hair. Not many people know that but I think it's quite cute.'
'I don't care about covering it up all the time, I think it's a vibe.'
Lana Jenkins
Name:Lana Jenkins
Age:25
Location:Luton
Occupation:Makeup artist
Something not many people know about her:'In my work as a makeup artist I've worked with lots of celebrities.
'Also, when I was 6-years-old I used to live in Spain and I was in an episode of Benidorm as an extra.'
Tanyel Revan
Name:Tanyel Revan
Age:26
Location:North London
Occupation:Hair stylist
Something not many people know about her:'My celebrity crush is Channing Tatum - I don't like pretty boys, they give me the 'ick' because they always have a crap personality.'
'Channing Tatum is handsome but not too pretty. He's manly and he can dance.'
'If a man can dance I'm in love with him straight away.'
Olivia Hawkins
Name:Olivia Hawkins
Age:27
Location:Brighton
Occupation:Ring girl and actress
Something not many people know about her:'I did a film with Jason Statham and had a nice 10-minute convo about life.'
'I've been a ring girl for KSI, I played a waitress in James Bond with Daniel Craig and I've also been a body double for Michelle Keegan and Emma Watson.'
Tom Clare
Name: Tom Clare
Age: 23
Location: Barnsley
Occupation: Semi-Pro Footballer
Something not many people know about him: I'm a High School Musical fan
Aaron Waters
Name: Aaron Waters
Age: 25
Location: Melbourne
Occupation: Model
Something not many people know about him:He thinks his appearance on Love Island UK was 'diving timing'
Ellie Spence
Name:Ellie Spence
Age: 25
Location: Norwich
Occupation: Business Development Executive at a law firm
Something not many people know about her:"When I was drunk I climbed over the gates of my friend's house, fell and almost lost my leg."
Samie Elishi
Name:Samie Elishi
Age:22
Location: London
Occupation:Senior Estate Agent Coordinator
Something not many people know about her:'I’m a really honest person and I have no filter. I won’t take rubbish from anyone, especially when it comes to guys!'
Kai Fagan
Name:Kai Fagan
Age:24
Location:Manchester
Occupation:Science and PE teacher
Something not many people know about him:'I'm a Jamaican citizen. Because of that I played rugby 7s for Jamaica.'
'I play semi-professional rugby now for Burnage RFC.'
'I've technically got three different degrees and went to three different unis.'
Ron Hall
Name:Ron Hall
Age:25
Location:Essex
Occupation:Financial advisor
Something not many people know about him:'On meeting me, you'd never know I am blind in one eye.'
'It was the result of a football injury when I was 8. I've got two different coloured eyes, one blue and one green.'
Will Young
Name:Will Young
Age:23
Location:Buckinghamshire
Occupation:Farmer
Something not many people know about him:'Every night I light a candle and meditate for 20-25 minutes.'
'A girl I was seeing told me to meditate, I tried it and loved it. I stopped seeing her and carried on meditating!
'It's a nice way to self reflect.'
Shaq Muhammad
Name:Shaq Muhammad
Age:24
Location:London
Occupation:Airport security officer
Something not many people know about him:'I'm a very emotional person. It can be a blessing and a curse.'
'Every time I watch Dear JohnI cry.
That's my favourite film. Any time I'm with someone and they say, 'Let's watch a romantic film', I'm like, 'How about Dear John, how does that sound?'
Jessie Wynter
Name: Jessie Wynter
Age: 26
Location:Sydney
Occupation: Personal Trainer
Something you may not know about her: She was on series two of Love Island Australia
Spencer Wilks
Name:Spencer Wilks
Age: 24
Location:Bournemouth
Occupation:E-Commerce Business Owner
Something not many people know about him:He loves Justin Bieber
Jordan Odofin
Name:Jordon Odofin
Age:28
Location: London
Occupation:Senior HR Advisor
Something not many people know about him:'I don’t have a twin but everyone says me and one of my brothers look identical'
Casey O'Gorman
Name:Casey O'Gorman
Age:26
Location:Tring
Occupation:Recruitment Consultant
Something not many people know about her:'I’m really squeamish. I once cut my hand and passed out'