Love Island USA Shocker! Couple Dumped Before Finale - You Won't Believe Who!

Season 7 of 'Love Island USA' has been full of surprises, and the latest episode delivered another shocker! Just before the finale, one couple was sent packing, leaving fans reeling. As the final episodes approached, only four couples remained in the villa, vying for the coveted title.

Family Day Drama and Thanksgiving in July

The return of Family Day brought emotional reunions as the islanders connected with their loved ones. Families shared their opinions on the couples and the current state of the competition, offering valuable insights and potentially influencing the islanders' decisions.

Adding to the drama, the islanders celebrated Thanksgiving in July, enjoying a festive meal together. However, the festive atmosphere was short-lived as a text message summoned them to the fire pit, where they learned America's vote for the final four couples.

The Shocking Elimination

The couples – Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales, Nic Vansteenberghe and Olandria Carthen, Iris Kendall and Pepe Garcia, Huda Mustafa and Chris Seeley, and Chelley Bissainthe and Ace Greene – anxiously awaited the results. In a surprising twist, Chelley and Ace, original islanders who had recently become exclusive, were eliminated from the show.

Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, Chelley and Ace expressed their happiness for having found each other and the friendships they made. "We're just very happy that we have one another. We're so happy with the friends that we made on the inside,” they said.

Cierra Ortega's Apology and Exit

Adding another layer of complexity to the season, former contestant Cierra Ortega issued an apology for using a racial slur in resurfaced social media posts. Ortega, who was part of a strong couple, was removed from the villa a week before the finale. She addressed the Asian community in a TikTok video, expressing remorse and acknowledging the pain caused by her words.

Ortega stated, "This is not an apology video. This is an accountability video," and added that she was unaware of the slur's harmful history. She also mentioned the backlash her family faced and expressed her agreement with the network's decision to remove her.

What's Next?

The 'Love Island USA' season 7 finale promises even more drama and excitement. Tune in to see which of the remaining couples will be crowned the winners!