On Love Island UK, the tangled dynamic between Shakira, Blu, and Harry has quickly become one of the season’s most talked-about storylines. Shakira, originally coupled with Harry after being left single by Ben’s recoupling with Toni, found herself navigating new romantic tension when Blu shared a surprise kiss with her during a villa chat.
Meanwhile, her connection with Harry grew strained, especially after she confronted him for allegedly flirting with Helena during a game. The love triangle has sparked intense fan reactions, with viewers split over Shakira’s shifting loyalties, Blu’s bold move, and Harry’s defensiveness
Fans reacted as Shakira kissed Blu out of the blue on Love Island UK
During a fiery firepit game this week, Love Island UK newcomer Shakira Khan found herself in the middle of a heated coupling shift. Following the bombshell Toni’s steal of Ben, Shakira had to quickly couple up again or risk elimination.
After recoupling with Harry, she left Blu single, but that didn’t stop sparks from flying. Shakira’s flirty behavior toward Blu and several other guys caused a stir among her fellow Islanders. Meanwhile, Blu’s partner Alima attempted to shake things up by sharing a passionate kiss with new bombshell Remell at the firepit, seen by many as a strategic revenge move after Blu showed interest in Shakira (via Sun).
This created a love triangle that’s now sending buzz through the villa, directly affecting Shakira’s standing and shaking the dynamics between her, Blu, Alima, and Remell. The recent kiss between Shakira and Blu on Love Island UK has ignited a firestorm of reactions among fans, with opinions sharply divided (via Sun).
Some viewers expressed that Shakira initially picking up Harry only to kiss Blu later seemed like a meaningless joke.
Helena and Harry spending a night in the Hideaway is crazy!! Wasn’t Harry picked by Shakira?😂😂 Phewwww😭
— Comrade Attitude (@ComradeAtt) June 11, 2025
Shakira picked Harry only for him to end up with Helena in the hideaway, Sophie was sent home for nothing. I’m pissed off all over again
— 𝐍𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐞𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐬𝐞𝐚 (@IyawoChelsea) June 11, 2025
Harry has binned off Shakira already 🤪 #LoveIsland
— Stephanie Jane (@steph18893) June 11, 2025
THAT KISS WAS AN AMBUSH GET MY GIRL SHAKIRA OUT OF THIS MANS GRASP OMG 😭 #LoveIsland pic.twitter.com/KdvigUVrW0
— laura 🔶🎗️ (@RealityTelly) June 11, 2025
unseen footage of harry when he heard shakira was kissing blu in the hideaway. #loveisland pic.twitter.com/Fgjvoh3hES
— … (@user672145) June 11, 2025
Shakira dragging Harry for touching Helena’s leg then 5 minutes later she goes and lipses Blu? I’m a supporter of women’s rights and wrongs I’m afraid😭 #LoveIsland pic.twitter.com/uKvd4lo5Rq
— lauren (@laurenlawless_) June 11, 2025
Meanwhile, Shakira’s decision to choose Harry immediately led to Sophie’s exit and polarized opinions: some applauded her social awareness, while others questioned whether she compromised genuine relationship potential for safety. The moment has intensified discussions around alliance tactics versus authentic connection in the villa.
Shakira initially picked Harry on Love Island UK
In the early days of Love Island UK, Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley formed a couple that quickly became a focal point of villa drama. Shakira, a 22-year-old marketing professional from Burnley, was initially coupled with Ben Holbrough.
However, after Ben was chosen by bombshell Toni Laites, Shakira found herself single and at risk of elimination. In a strategic move, she recoupled with 30-year-old semi-professional footballer Harry, resulting in the immediate dumping of Sophie Lee, who had been partnered with Harry.
Their pairing sparked discussions among fans, particularly due to the eight-year age gap between Shakira and Harry. Some viewers speculated that Shakira’s decision was influenced by her friendships with other Islanders, such as Helena Ford, rather than romantic chemistry.
Despite this, Shakira and Harry’s relationship has been marked by visible affection, with the couple often seen sharing intimate moments, which has kept viewers intrigued about the development of their connection.
It’s clear that this firepit twist, coupled with the kiss drama, has thrown the villa into chaos, complicating relationships and alliances overnight. Viewers can expect more tension, shifting loyalties, and emotional fireworks in the upcoming episodes.
Love Island UK is now streaming on Hulu in the US.
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