“Love Island USA” removes contestant Vasana Montgomery from Season 8 after resurfaced social media videos allegedly show her using a racial slur. Multiple outlets report that the show dismisses her ahead of the season’s June 2 premiere, and that she will no longer appear in the upcoming installment. The reports say the decision follows the circulation of clips online, including allegations that Montgomery sang the slur in song lyrics.
Several sources note the company is taking action on similar conduct for the second consecutive year. The New York Times and other outlets describe that last season, two contestants were also removed after videos showing racial slurs surfaced during filming.
In statements reported by Los Angeles Times, Montgomery apologizes for the racial-slur content, saying there is “no excuse.” Other coverage also notes that a Peacock spokesperson disputes aspects of timing, saying the video resurfaced after Montgomery was cast. Across outlets, the central point remains that Montgomery is dismissed from the show following the renewed appearance of the alleged slur videos.
