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Cierra Ortega Endures Fresh Backlash and Death Threats After Love Island Exit

Her ‘Hudarats’ Instagram comment followed by revelations of alleged death threats has intensified scrutiny of Love Island’s contestant vetting.

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Cierra Ortega penned a note on the backlash following her sudden departure from Love Island USA due to resurfaced social media posts with racial slurs. (Ben Symons/Peacock via AP)

Overview

  • Ortega’s Instagram comment calling Huda Mustafa’s fans “#Hudarats” sparked fresh online criticism and accusations of insensitivity.
  • She posted screenshots of alleged death threats on her Instagram Story on July 13, questioning whether criticism still reflects accountability.
  • Ortega has shared reflections on her Love Island journey, emphasizing gratitude for personal growth and support for Nic Vansteenberghe and Olandria Carthen’s recoupling.
  • Show producers removed Ortega from season 7 on July 6 after resurfaced racist social media posts, marking the second midseason ejection following Yulissa Escobar.
  • Fans and Love Island USA producers are calling for enhanced vetting processes and clearer conduct guidelines to safeguard participants and curb online harassment.