Why Did Yulissa Escobar Leave Love Island USA Season 7? Exit Explained
Yulissa Escobar's time on Love Island USA Season 7 was cut short, as she had to leave just one day after the premiere. Fans barely had time to get to know her before the show dropped the news in Episode 2. No dramatic farewell, no emotional goodbye, just an abrupt exit that left everyone wondering: What really happened?
Yulissa Escobar's leaving Love Island USA Season 7 came after controversy arose over resurfaced podcast clips where she used racial slurs. TMZ obtained audio of her repeatedly using the N-word while discussing past relationships, leading to immediate backlash from viewers. Fans flooded social media, demanding her removal from the show and vowing to vote her off once the option became available, and it seems producers listened.
While Love Island USA Season 7 didn't give a detailed explanation for her exit, the timing speaks for itself. The show addressed her exit subtly as around the 17-minute mark of Episode 2, narrator Iain Stirling simply stated, 'Yulissa has left the villa.' It remains unclear whether producers asked Escobar to leave Love Island USA or if she exited voluntarily. However, given the growing controversy, her removal appears to be a direct response to the backlash. Furthermore, she has not publicly addressed the situation.
This isn't the first time a Love Island franchise has dealt with contestant controversies. The UK version recently replaced a cast member as well. Kyle Ashman, who was previously questioned in a machete attack case and denied involvement, also had to leave.
Now, with Escobar gone, the remaining female Islanders include Chelley Bissainthe, Huda Mustafa, Belle-A Walker, and Olandria Carthen. The male contestants are Ace Greene, Taylor Williams, Nicolas Vansteenberghe, and Jeremiah Brown. New arrivals Cierra Ortega and Charlie Georgiou entered as bombshells on the first night.
Hosted by Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix, Love Island USA Season 7 premiered on June 3 on Peacock after a brief delay due to technical issues. The show continues as singles compete for love and a $100,000 prize.
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