Amaya Espinal, known as Amaya Papaya, won Love Island season 7 alongside Bryan Arenales, with both receiving a $100,000 prize. Other contestants reaching the finale included Olandria and Nic, Iris and Pepe, and Huda and Chris. On the same night, Cierra Ortega faced severe backlash for past racist remarks, receiving death threats. Yulissa Escobar, another contestant who faced criticism, referred to the backlash as 'online brutality,' expressing that her past actions do not define her. A reunion episode is scheduled to explore these issues further, airing August 25 on Peacock.
Amaya Espinal, commonly referred to as Amaya Papaya, emerged victorious in Love Island season 7 alongside Bryan Arenales, with the duo splitting a $100,000 prize.
On the night of the finale, controversies surrounding former cast members Cierra Ortega and Yulissa Escobar surfaced due to their online conduct and subsequent backlash.
Cierra Ortega received death threats following the resurfacing of her racist comments, while Yulissa Escobar referred to the online backlash she endured as 'online brutality'.
Escobar emphasized, 'That video doesn't define me. But how the internet treats people? That says everything,' reflecting on the impact of social media.
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