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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Maira Butt

Thousands complain over ‘misogynistic’ Love Island behaviour

  • Ofcom received over 1,000 complaints about alleged "misogynistic" and "bullying" behaviour from contestants on Love Island last week.
  • More than half of these complaints concerned the 18 July episode, with specific allegations against Harrison, Harry, and Dejon for misogyny, and concerns for Shakira's mental wellbeing.
  • Women's Aid issued a statement criticising the show for "reinforcing culture trivialising violence against women and girls".
  • Contestant Harrison Solomon, who recently left the villa, apologised for his actions, admitting he "got it wrong" and hurt women like Toni and Lauren.
  • Earlier episodes also drew significant complaints, with specific allegations of misogynistic behaviour against Harrison on 15 and 17 July.

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