Love Island fans brand bombshell Lolly's decision to couple up with the newly single Konnor a 'cop out'
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Lolly Hart arrived with a bang on Friday's Love Island, immediately choosing to take Joey Essex, Ciaran Davies, and Konnor Ewudzi on dates.
She kept her cards close to her chest about how she was feeling about the boys, but all was made clear at the surprise recoupling that night.
Lolly, 30, real name Lauren, decided she had the most chemistry with Konnor and chose to couple up with him.
Konnor was over the moon because he had been single since his partner Emma Milton was dumped - not long after she told him she wasn't physically attracted him.
But viewers are convinced that there has been some foul play and that Lolly didn't choose Konnor purely because she liked him the most.
Lolly Hart, 30, arrived with a bang on Friday's Love Island, immediately choosing to take Joey Essex, 33, Ciaran Davies, 21, and Konnor Ewudzi, 28, on dates
She kept her cards close to her chest about how she was feeling about the boys, but all was made clear at the surprise recoupling that night (pictured: Lolly and Ciaran on a date)
Lolly, real name Lauren, decided she had the most chemistry with Konnor (pictured with her) and chose to couple up with him
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, the cynical viewers wrote: 'I bet producers made Lolly pick Konnor #LoveIsland';
'That was such a sh** recoupling and auntie lolly disappointed me by picking Konnor, out of pity when he should’ve been dumped';
'Konnor is too humble for #LoveIslandUK he's got Married at First Sight energy and Lolly just chose him by default #loveIsland';
'Ooh...I'm not at all sure #Lolly is right for Konnor really hope I'm wrong because Konnor absolutely deserves a happy ending on #loveIsland';
'As much as I feel like that was a cop out konnor and lolly do look cute together #LoveIsland';
'i fear lolly doesn't like konnor i'm sorryyyyyy i want her to but i'm not seeing any spark #loveIsland';
'Yeah, sorry Lolly and Konnor out next please. How boring. She took the easy option #loveIsland';
'Konnor and Lolly are not a match. She's like a grey cloud on his sunny day #loveIsland.'
Konnor was over the moon because he had been single since his partner Emma Milton was dumped - not long after she told him she wasn't physically attracted him
But viewers are convinced that there has been some foul play and that Lolly didn't choose Konnor purely because she liked him the most
After her arrival, Lolly told the boys: 'You're all gorgeous. Obviously I had to pick three people for a date and I'm sure I'll get to know you all later, but I'm Lolly, I'm 30 and I'm from Leicester and I'm Cabin Crew.'
As all the other girls watched on from the sunbeds, Lolly continued: 'The main thing [for me] is a huge personality.
'Someone that matches your energy, you can both bounce off each other, someone who is confident and can just take the lead you know - like a man.'
But the drama didn't stop there as later on in the episode, Jessy took Lolly off to confront her about what she had heard had been said about her, during Lolly's date with Joey.
During the date on Thursday night Lolly didn't hold back her feelings about Joey's current couple with Jessy.
Lolly said: 'I think your personality and my personality would go together to a tee, but I have got something to say… '
You've kinda gone back in your shell a little bit from the beginning, please correct me if I'm wrong.
'I feel like you're jokey, laughy and fun but since you've been with Jessy, she's a gorgeous, gorgeous girl, she's naturally beautiful but I don't know if there's something missing between you both…'
Lolly told the boys: '...Obviously I had to pick three people for a date and I'm sure I'll get to know you all later, but I'm Lolly, I'm 30 and I'm from Leicester and I'm Cabin Crew'
Later, Joey's partner Jessy took Lolly off to confront her after Lolly told Joey he had retreated into his shell being with Jessy. Jessy said that as a bombshell, she never behaved that way
But a defiant Lolly responded: 'I just wasn't sure if there was something missing, I don't know what, like a spark or sexual chemistry thing'
Jessy didn't hold back and said: 'To me it came across like a bit of a low blow and a cheap shot.
Reminding Lolly that she too was a bombshell and she knows the game, Jessy continued: 'I didn't come about it the same way.
'I didn't come in speaking about his relationship with Grace and it just seemed like you're trying to get into his head and it doesn't sit right and I wanted to speak to you directly.'
Lolly responded: 'I just wasn't sure if there was something missing, I don't know what, like a spark or sexual chemistry thing.
'Obviously he's good looking, everybody thinks it. I just wanted to see for my own clarity.
'As you know you just need to pick who you want to pick for your own reason and your own individual journey and I feel like when I came in to say hello you were a bit frosty and now I understand why.'
Meanwhile, fans were left in shock when Lolly revealed her age and wondered why a 30-year-old woman would still be going by a childish nickname.
Lolly regularly posts to social media with content from her jet set lifestyle, visiting locations like Dubai and Washington, as well as sharing sweet snaps of her Dalmatian called Humphrey.
Meanwhile, fans were left in shock when Lolly revealed her age and wondered why a 30-year-old woman would still be going by a childish nickname
Lolly regularly posts to social media with content from her jet set lifestyle, visiting locations like Dubai and Washington, as well as sharing sweet snaps of her Dalmatian called Humphrey
She studied for a BA Hons Fashion Buying and Retailing at London Metropolitan University and went on to work at Monarch Airlines, before landing a role as cabin crew at Virgin Atlantic in 2015
Lolly studied for a BA Hons Fashion Buying and Retailing at London Metropolitan University.
She went on to work at Monarch Airlines, before landing a role as cabin crew at Virgin Atlantic in 2015 and has worked at the company for nearly 10 years.
Lolly is mutual friends with a number of ex Love Island lads including Wes Nelson and Chris Hughes.
She is followed on social media by EastEnders legend Dean Gaffney and Gary Lineker's son George.
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
NAME: Mimii Ngulube
AGE: 24
FROM: Portsmouth
OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not giving. I've tried dating and speaking to people on social media and it just hasn't been successful. Applying was a spontaneous thing, I didn't expect to get here!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rocks and I'm theirs, so I'll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up, so I'll bring style, and I'd like to think I'm quite funny so I'll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well - I'm good at picking up on people's personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be liars.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
FROM: Hertford
OCCUPATION: Sweets Salesman
WHY LOVE ISLAND? I've always been one for relationships, and when you have found someone you want to be with it's the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the one thing that is missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I'm the kind of guy that, if you broke down on the motorway and needed your tyre changed, I'd be there at any time of night.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
FROM: Canning Town
OCCUPATION: Model
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I'd bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come to and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to have a laugh with. I think I'm somebody everyone would take to.
WHY SHOULD SOMEBODY DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people take to that and once you show who you are to somebody you get it back tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy for people to feel comfortable around me.
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
FROM: Aberdare, Wales
OCCUPATION: Accounts Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I've been enjoying single life and the attention of different boys, it's fun. I've enjoyed being able to go on holiday with the girls and not having to worry about someone back home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I'm out till 4 in the morning living my best life.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: 21
FROM: Pencoed, South Wales
OCCUPATION: Surveyor
WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I'm a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back. Loyalty is another one for me: I think that's the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 7 to get into a club because they wouldn't let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.
NAME: Matilda Draper
AGE: 24
FROM: Beckenham
OCCUPATION: Recruitmant Consultant
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BRING? I want to bring sunshine to the Villa. I’m lighthearted and don’t take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the Villa I’m going to throw in a little joke or a ‘would you rather’.
Jessica Spencer
NAME: Jessica Spencer
AGE: 25
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Fashion Stylist
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have my eyes on Ayo, despite his connection with Mimii. I fancy Ayo so much. Wil also seems like a catch and someone I want to explore a connection with.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m funny, flirty, sassy and ready to find love
Josh Sunday Oyinsan
NAME: Josh Sunday Oyinsan
AGE: 29
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? All of them!! Mimii, Uma, Grace and Jess S. All of the girls there are beautiful.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am not afraid to speak my mind! I’m not afraid of treading on any toes…
