Love Island's enduring appeal despite low ratings and influencer fatigue
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Barbara Ellen
Summary
A review of the current season of Love Island, noting its flaws (careerist contestants, low ratings, influencer overload) while acknowledging its enduring watchability. The piece also briefly mentions House of the Dragon's return. The article focuses on specific contestants like Lorenzo, Jasmine, Mica, and Angelista, highlighting the emotional dynamics in the villa.
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Twitter / XLove Island's enduring appeal despite low ratings and influencer fatigueobserver.co.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe villa is still, at times, like an Instagram career convention.
There are still too many males exuding all the charisma of snapped swimming trunks elastic.
It's Angelista's graceful, silent tears over the betrayal by her man Simba... and her refusal to pretend it didn't hurt.
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