Olivia Hawkins blames Love Island for her never having had a boyfriend at age 30 – as she likens the reality show to the Hunger Games

Love Island contestant Olivia Hawkins attributes the reality TV show for her current singleness and lack of romantic partners at the age of thirty.

Previously, the ring girl attempted to find lasting love twice on the ITV2 show, once in 2023 and again during this year’s All Stars season, yet she was unable to establish an enduring relationship.

In a recent conversation, Olivia expressed her belief that the portrayal of her as a troublemaker on the show might have impacted her relationships outside the villa, drawing an analogy between the program and “The Hunger Games.

To The Sun, she expressed her concerns about her romantic situation, likening it to the dystopian movie franchise where adolescents fight each other unto death, stating, “You never know when your relationship might end.

As a die-hard fan and admirer of mine own, I must confess that navigating the romantic scene has proven quite challenging. You see, many individuals I encounter are well-acquainted with my stint on Love Island or have caught episodes where I graced their screens. This familiarity, while delightful in most aspects, can sometimes cast a shadow over first impressions. It’s an uphill battle trying to shake off the preconceived notions that come with being Olivia from Love Island.

In a different setting, I was often perceived as the dominant figure in the villa. People tended to view me as an energetic personality. Nowadays, I’m frequently informed that I come across as quite intimidating. Men tend to avoid approaching me due to the belief that I won’t be receptive. However, this assumption is mistaken. In reality, I’m one of the most approachable individuals you could meet. People assume I’ll be high-maintenance, and indeed, I do appreciate the finer aspects of life, but I take care of those needs myself.

The television host expressed that following her appearance on the program, she somewhat misplaced her identity, questioning whether she needed to maintain the persona portrayed.

In her initial stay at the Majorcan villa, she formed relationships with individuals such as Will Young, Haris Namani, and Kai Fagan. The show, however, led to her being criticized as a ‘hypocrite’ and a ‘manipulator’, as she often conflicted with fellow cast members and polarized viewers due to her forthright viewpoints.

During her recent visit earlier this year, she encountered criticism as it appeared she was attempting to separate Grace Jackson and Luca Bish, following her assertion that she had discovered a secret message from Grace suggesting she would go to any lengths to win.

Sharing insights from her past, Olivia explained that her standing among men appears to have kept them at bay, expressing her longing for a partner to build a life together.

What she expressed was this: “I’m seeking a companion who will stand by me, serve as my soulmate, and provide support when needed. Ideally, I’d find someone who appreciates me genuinely and takes the time to understand the real me, not just the online version of me.

She mentioned that she felt compelled to demonstrate to others that they were mistaken about her, and to present an alternate aspect of herself rather than solely focusing on herself.

A month has passed since rumors surfaced about Olivia dating a popular boxer and Netflix star, following reports that she also shared a kiss with her Celebs Go Dating co-star, Louis Russell, weeks prior.

It has been reported that the previous contestant from Love Island may be dating Kelechi Dyke, who is 31 and stars in Too Hot To Handle. The two have allegedly gone out together for several dates.

Based on The Sun’s report, it appears that their relationship was becoming increasingly significant and quite intense.

According to a source, it was rumored that Liv and her Celebs Go Dating colleague Louis Russell were connected romantically when filming for the show initially began.

However, after that, she’s been out on several dates with boxer Kelechi ‘Kelz’ Dyke, and these encounters have been recorded for the program.

viewers who follow Netflix may recognize him from Too Hot To Handle, demonstrating his familiarity with reality television. However, the connection between him and Liv appears to be authentic, as they genuinely seem to have feelings for each other.

The insider cryptically added: ‘Watch this space.’ 

News about Olivia’s romantic involvement emerged not long ago, following reports that she shared a passionate kiss with Louis Russell, a well-known figure from Too Hot To Handle and Celebs Go Dating, during their time together in Ibiza.

In the early stages of filming the latest season of Channel 4’s dating show last month, there were signs that the attractive woman and muscular man were already igniting mutual interest.

Before departing for a sunny Spanish island, the duo’s playful interaction on social media had sparked curiosity among fans regarding their relationship dynamics.

Photos published by The Sun show Olivia and Louis passionately locking lips at an energetic pool party, with plenty of public displays of affection between them.

According to a source within the production, these two have been adding excitement much more quickly than usual.

‘Within 48 hours of arriving in Ibiza the sexual spark between them was obvious.

‘They clearly couldn’t resist each other,’ they added.

TopMob contacted reps for Olivia and Louis for comment at the time.

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2025-07-27 04:18