Love Island’s second-place finisher, Shakira Khan, subtly criticized fellow islanders from the reality TV show while praising her bond with Yasmin Pettet and Toni Laites. The trio formed a strong friendship during their time in the villa this summer.
Aged 22, Shakira made it to the final of the recent ITV2 series in August alongside her partner, Harry Cooksley. Despite facing conflicts with some cast members, she found solace in her relationships with Yasmin and Toni, who were romantically involved with Jamie Rhodes and Cach Mercer respectively.
All three couples advanced to the final, with Yasmin and Jamie securing the third spot. Shakira and Harry were declared the runners-up by host Maya Jama, while Toni and Cach emerged as the series winners.
Reflecting on her Love Island journey in a recent interview on Capital XTRA, Shakira highlighted the authenticity and strong bond shared by her, Toni, and Yasmin. She emphasized their straightforward nature and described them as outspoken individuals.
According to Shakira, their unity and mutual understanding set them apart from the other islanders. She expressed gratitude for the support they received from those who appreciated their authenticity, regardless of any differing opinions.
Starting as an original contestant on the latest series of Love Island, which aired from June to August, Shakira faced a challenging situation early on when she had to secure a new partner within 24 hours or risk elimination. This led to some tension among the villa residents.
Ultimately, Shakira coupled up with Harry after some romantic ups and downs, including a love triangle involving Helena Ford. Their reconciliation before the final episode resulted in them finishing as the runner-up couple.
In a heartfelt post on social media, Shakira thanked Yasmin and Toni for their unwavering friendship, acknowledging their vital support throughout their shared Love Island experience.