The Dark Side Of Love Island | Ask The Mask | Channel 4
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This former Love Islander reveals the darker side of being a contestant on one of the UK’s most popular TV shows.
Through the mask, ‘Badger’ opens up about the untold realities of life inside the villa including sleep deprivation, ‘the voice of God’, and how he felt unprepared for the impact that becoming famous overnight had on his mental health.
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Anybody who says their looking for love on that show is a liar.
@dislecksick
Жыл бұрын
Well done captain obvious. They’re simpletons looking for “fame”
@jmy871
Жыл бұрын
Love island is everything that’s wrong with the world
@lawtraf8008
Жыл бұрын
There's literally some couples who has been married for years since the show, some who are still together so yeah some truly find love
@malia861
Жыл бұрын
tommy and mollie just had a baby so stfu..
@SunnyGee-jd6pb
Жыл бұрын
@@lawtraf8008 I think that’s more in the beginning where the clout from love island wasn’t that big
Love Island has had too many lightskin brothers for us to know who this is
@deeplydeeplydope1111
Жыл бұрын
I'm saying
@salimasair405
Жыл бұрын
There not light skin tho there mixed race , light skin means fully black just red bone
@deeplydeeplydope1111
Жыл бұрын
@@salimasair405 please don't get caught up in semantics. regardless, you knew what the person meant by "lightskin".
@Ghostpill1711
Жыл бұрын
It’s Nathan Joseph from marcels year lol
@grsn17
Жыл бұрын
@@Ghostpill1711it’s connagh howard
Crazy how terrace house gets cancelled after one person committees suicide, but a few people on love island do and others have so many mental health problems yet still goes on
@ChristyP42
26 күн бұрын
because it makes money, simple
I’ve watched a few seasons of it and I’ve concluded hardly any people on it are actually looking for love. It’s an easy way to get fame , become an “influencer” and never have to work again. The ones that don’t make that life fall into deep depression. Tragic really.
@Camille_Anderson
Жыл бұрын
i agree. the sense of entitlement when they come out is ridiculous. They expect brand deals & freebies everywhere.
@lmc3307
Жыл бұрын
@Benjamin Jagun I said that in the first sentence
@Blazingbatch
Жыл бұрын
@Benjamin Jagun nope every single one of them is doing it for clout . What sane human goes on a tv show to find love ? Desperate cretins
I rate that he spoke his truth, i never rated the show because I can see through the BS. Mental health is a serious thing especially for them trying to integrate into society after. Well done for the bravery 🙏🏾✨
@GenTVR
Жыл бұрын
*the truth
@Iamolivialondon
Жыл бұрын
@@GenTVR I meant what I said.
@rosk.wilburn5847
Жыл бұрын
Dont tell andrea davy
@rosk.wilburn5847
Жыл бұрын
Such bs obviously uve never working for tripadvizor
@Striker885
10 ай бұрын
There's only one truth
People in the comment section trying to work out who it is like its the masked singer is sending me 🤣
@Mel87y
Жыл бұрын
It’s obv
@misschloe3678
Жыл бұрын
@@Mel87y I'm not familiar with everyone. Who is it?
@thedeepp
Жыл бұрын
@@misschloe3678 its Connagh Howard from the Winter season
@salmason4022
Жыл бұрын
@@thedeepp I think it might be Tyler Cruickshank
@lara7224
Жыл бұрын
@@salmason4022nahhh don’t think sp
I spent years hating this programme without properly watching it. I somehow got into one of the seasons (with Dani Dyer) and saw a few others. I’ve since realised how terrible and toxic it is so I don’t watch it anymore. There is just so much wrong with this show and how they run it. Plus - I’ll never understand why they don’t let them talk about normal life. It would make the show so much more entertaining. They need to stop making this show ASAP
@lawtraf8008
Жыл бұрын
People are very manipulative, it's not only the producers. The contestants themselves are.
@potato1084
Жыл бұрын
I’ve never understood the hype but I watch a couple episodes every year to stay updated because all my friends watch it and everyone talks about it. I feel left out if I don’t.
@wanjanjama
Жыл бұрын
I used to really enjoy the show but there are so many recurring themes of racism, misogyny, AND misogynoir on the show that it’s really hard for me to enjoy it the way I used to. I’m still a fan of the show at heart and so I’ll always engage in some degree with the show and watch snippets online but it’s getting easier to wean myself from the show
@wanjanjama
Жыл бұрын
I also agree that if they let people talk about normal or at the very least deeper topics it would humanize the show a lot more and make viewers even “buy into” contestants more
Really liked that last sentence he said, taking the worst thing that’s happened to him to drive him forward, that’s really powerful ❤
Love island should be cancelled tbh the amount of people who come off saying how bad their mental health gets after the show
My GF watches this show and I've always had the impression that the producers are sadistic and this just proves I was right. Nothing but red flags
Love Island reminds me of the ‘15 Million Merits’ Black Mirror episode.
@naomis5613
Жыл бұрын
Yup
@gisar.6539
Жыл бұрын
Yooooo, you really hit the nail on the head
@Mpant.
Жыл бұрын
OMG. That's insanely spot on it makes me wanna cry. The accuracy....
Channel 4 really cracking down on love island
The funny thing to me is that whoever is shocked by reality shows being planned really needs to wake up. When i used to watch it you could EASILY see that there is some form of planning and scripting involved.
@lawtraf8008
Жыл бұрын
He knew but is just mad he didn't succeed like others
@NotAnotherKuromi
Жыл бұрын
The reality show deliberately targets those simpletons though, its not funny, it's sad.
@FaeezHendricks
Жыл бұрын
@@lawtraf8008 whether that is the reason or not. It still doesnt erase the fact that this is how bad it actually is.
Had to grow up just to understand how dystopian this show really is
Bravo for exposing the truth🙏
These comments show exactly why these people get mental health issues because of the lack of humanity or care from viewers who so easily judge and ridicule others. No one deserves to feel suicidal because they signed up for a tv show. Honestly, this channel should shut down comments.
@lawtraf8008
Жыл бұрын
I mean they choose to go there willingly, now they complain
@paulinachmara6692
Жыл бұрын
@@lawtraf8008 and you’re telling me you never made the wrong decision in your life ever….right.
@nw7654
Жыл бұрын
@@paulinachmara6692The people going on there and most in society, really need to question there morals and beliefs. No one of high conciseness would going anywhere near reality tv
‘They come in and ask about your feelings’ then 2 seconds late ‘they don’t care about your feelings’
@jj5643
Жыл бұрын
cuz they probably just ask “are you okay” but don’t actually care
Is this just 10 min vid or is there a full documentary part 2
100% Nathan joseph, got attacked by Kem a few months after love island and lost loads of followers because he was accused of flirting with amber
@urstube6901
Жыл бұрын
Yep, 😅
@DHU11
Жыл бұрын
Yep, this is the one. It’s him
@adwoamk8918
Жыл бұрын
Yep, the lips are the same.
@frankiewalnuts
Жыл бұрын
Tyler Cruickshank
@DHU11
Жыл бұрын
@@frankiewalnuts Nop, i thought that but it’s not. It’s nathan joseph. I have too much time on my hands and went sleuthing on Instagram. Same hands and wears the Apple Watch consistently on Instagram also like he has on in the video
The problem is that desperation is the dominant thought. The lure of endorsements by just posting on social media & getting paid, being invited to events etc is a big draw. However, when you hear about this person got a million pounds clothes deal its not all it seems. Those deals are attached to projections. For example, if they sell something like a 100,000 items then the million pounds becomes in sight. They usually receive an upfront small goodwill payment from the company, that could be £10.000 to £15.000 if their lucky. The entertainment industry doesn't care about you, it's a giant shark machine that eats you up & spits you out. Don't enter the entertainment industry If you arent really really thick skinned, you will end up with mental health problems
@waynesilverman3048
4 ай бұрын
So many in music business have mentil illnesses.
Cant believe this ! Wont watch love island again the same that i used to.
I think that’s Nathan Joseph from marcels year 😂
How is Love Island still on air?
@letter1014
Жыл бұрын
Brings in £££
I’ve always felt like it’s mentally draining on there :(
@notyourtypicalcomment says it is Connagh from Winter Love Island 1. I’m glad Connagh spoke up. I think about the 3 loved ones that lost their lives because of people who need to hate and judge.
@xalexflanaganx
Жыл бұрын
It’s not
@hindmouloue672
Жыл бұрын
@@xalexflanaganx it's obviously him
@rubyokines9251
Жыл бұрын
He’s from Cardiff, there is no accent in this voice.
@Rose-hf5mw
Жыл бұрын
@@rubyokines9251 there is an accent in this but it’s just not a Cardiff one like Connagh. However I’d assume if they’ve changed his tone of voice they may have changed accent too? Not sure
@rubyokines9251
Жыл бұрын
@@Rose-hf5mw Idkkk it sounds more London, I’m thinking Tyler.
I feel like if you wanna know who it is you can do so for yourself but they’ve disguised the person for a reason maybe we should respect that?
@_rob_boss
Жыл бұрын
It's all in good fun
@ThatAnnoyingStepdad
Жыл бұрын
Hardly disguised him, badger mask and alot of skin on show. Easy to work it out
@andyezewski4900
11 ай бұрын
Tyler from season 6
@kdiz7605
10 ай бұрын
@@andyezewski4900 nah hes got tatttoos
It's crazy that I noticed from season two USA version how sick the show actually was but wasn't really sure until now! After the show is what's crazy because they definitely throw so many men and women under the bus without a care! The people who want fame go on pretending while the other either struggle with mental health or some commit suicide... it's sick! USA version just ended and I'm already feeling for Timmy Swerve because I know what's about to happen to him
@WhatNatters
Жыл бұрын
What’s going to happen to him?
@KimimaruOnara
10 ай бұрын
@@WhatNattershe’s going to make very unfunny Instagram posts and fade away in obscurity
It’s Nathan Joseph %100 same accent and he talks about mental health all the time
@whatever-fj1zh
Жыл бұрын
That’s not his lips or skin color
@m_t3901
Жыл бұрын
It is 100% Nathan, I could tell from his lower teeth
@emmayoung2954
Жыл бұрын
It’s 100% Nathan, he’s wearing the same watch nathan always wears
There's a great TV drama show called Unreal which is based on producers of a reality TV show, Bachelor style. It shows what they do behind the scenes, the manipulation, duplicity and how messed up they end up being as individuals. The talent are just pieces on a chess board!
@AdoreeMuWahh09
9 ай бұрын
Where to watch?
So what if the producers are alleged to be toxic narcissistic individuals themselves and this is why so many on the show end up suffering with mental health issues?! 🤔
@bibiparedes4349
Жыл бұрын
Omg watch tbe show Unreal !!! Basically showed that
I think this person is from season 2 and tbf it was a very different show then to what it is now
If you ever saw the drama show "unreal" it speaks to the corruption of reality TV
I decided this year to stop watching love island.It’s so Surface level and I feel like I lose brain cells watching it. I feel better now 🥰
Baffles me so much how is this show still running? Multiple people have killed themselves! The show is so toxic. I’ve only ever watched Molly-Mae’s series , couldn’t stand to watch anymore.
I remember him from the one with Chris and kem
We need to sign a petition to shut the show down. Any show that promotes strife, gossip , hate , is not worth watching . Everyone in that show is extremely beautiful, loved and worthy. They dont need a show to show them that. In fact I think itv should be shut down in general for this.
It’s a reality show man don’t go on it expecting it to be an easy time 😂😂
TAKE IT OFF! TAKE IT OFF! TAKE IT OFF!
They didn't bother hiding him thst well did they lmao
Nathan Joseph
And they still kept this over Jezza.
@cakepudding3220
Жыл бұрын
More money to be made than Jeremy. Love Island is lucrative for many involved
Where can i get a mask like that ?
Aron?
ITS RYKARD from season 3.
Tanyel looks exactly like rameet sandhu😳
I don't watch the show anymore, I strangely just watch reactions now.
Anyone got contact details for ‘Kitty’? She did well in the interview
Why would they make it “annoymous” when you can clearly see who it is? That’s bizarre… i think he didn’t consent to this
@kensitabrowne1909
Жыл бұрын
Who is it then?
@spook873
Жыл бұрын
@@kensitabrowne1909 joe mama
Thats the mask my little sister picks in the GTA V heist mission
Hi Wes 😂😂😂😂 aka badger 😂
@alexandra10916
11 ай бұрын
He said he isn't interested in fame and Wes is a famous recording artist who also has hand tattoos so not Wes.
It’s Tyler from szn 7
Imagine reading what the spokesperson said
Never seen an episode of this show
Someone said his name and said he’s from season 3, I can’t find the comment now but after comparing jaws and teeth he is definitely the man’s from season 3
lol iv always loved paul danan best conrestant EVER
loool he just explained theatre studies ooooo so scary now ive had the education I can see how stupid my mental health issues was
JORDAN IS THAT YOU?!!!? lol another Love Island cast member also said they look for people with mental health issues. Like, you can't be full on crazy but slightly treading towards the deep end.
That’s Danny mate
@codieperkins163
Жыл бұрын
Connor g winter love island
I think they’re all quite old enough to realise what a show like this entails. Greed and fame is why they go on
@the_local_bigamist
8 ай бұрын
You'd think so but most people don't have a clue about how TV is made. Similar to how people don't understand how they can be manipulated by social media. We're talking about "media literacy" or in these cases, "media illiteracy".
I feel people who are hired are toxic and superficial. And they were forced to face their toxicity from a toxic and superficial environment. They think it’s okay to sell part of your soul for clout. He didn’t believe in mental health. It says a lot about someone when they don’t care about mental health. Not to judge him. But it feels like he’s complaining about the obvious and can’t get over the fact their shadows were exposed.
@dahjeekwenglee5909
Жыл бұрын
agreed
@noneyourbusiness341
Жыл бұрын
i’m with you on that. they’re all fucking clones of eachother… they all dress, behave, and live similar to one another. lip fillers, reality tv watchers, steroids and/or generally a gym rat, cringey black and grey sleeve tatts of the same motifs, promiscuous behaviour, use the same language. literally the douchebag basic bitches of society.
I knew it... 😢
The girl in the middle pretending to cry but no tears appeared. Weirdo.
@jmy871
Жыл бұрын
I find it fucking funny how this bloke probably living his best life regardless of how he felt in Love Island whistle there’s thousands of people who don’t even have food to put on there plate or drink water or even live a fucking normal life with proper shelter and he’s sulking because he didn’t find a match on a TV Show 😂 Men are becoming like weak minded like Women
Oh this is Tyler from Kas and Tyler
@rhiiii6657
3 ай бұрын
No it’s not lol
It’s Danny Williams
Surely it's Rykard as he doesn't have tattoos and coz he was expecting emails after Sophie and Mike's suicides. Anyone from the winter love island in 2020 wouldn't expect that and would have been told about Caroline on the island. Ps: he's turned off all his comments on IG too. Either way. Very brave to admit how difficult it was and how orchestrated it is.
@hindmouloue672
Жыл бұрын
it's not rykard it's connagh howard
@salmason4022
Жыл бұрын
@@hindmouloue672 I think it's Tyler Cruickshank. He also gave an interview for Heatworld titled "There is a dark side to Love Island," and he is an ambassador for SOS Silence of Suicide.
@182non
Жыл бұрын
Connagh never had this London accent. I think it could be rykard too
@aboutthatlife1418
Жыл бұрын
IT definitely is Rykard, after you pointed it out I saw his jawline.
@user-it3vk9wx7z
Жыл бұрын
@@salmason4022 deffo not tyler his jaw is way different and he has a wider face
it's Tyler
this is deffo luis morrison season 2
@ndiranguangelanjeri2072
Жыл бұрын
It's not Luis lmao and Luis was in season 1 not 2
It’s crazy that people have committed suicide and people are still signing up
@peakdennis1
8 ай бұрын
Not really crazy tbh. 90 percent of people in the uk under the age of 30 care about nothing but Instagram following, fame and money. So much so they'd sign up for this absolute garbage despite the suicides.
Josh I think
Sounds exactly like HStikkytokky
Id blame social media on this one, people prior to the show i imagine have very inflatted egos to even consider going on a show like that, then they are brought back dow to earth with increased follows will lead to more negativity toward them this would be detrimental to there mental health. People with huge egos to begin with will mostly examine the negative over positive most of the time.
Idk why I think it’s Theo
This the same Rykard who made fun of Yewande?
Theo?
I do feel for him ... but I truly can not feel sorry for anyone who goes on these shows... esp after all the negative press it has gotton !!! Do not go ...its simple!!!! Of course its tactical ...people go on their for money !! Play the rules ...ruthless people should only go on!!
It’s Lewis from Season 1
I dont want to sound unkind but all reality tv shows have the same same script, people seeking fame, tv producers trying to make a marketable tv show, people becoming famous, some fading away, some struggling with new found fame and little money. Fame is a beast, anyone joining it should prepare themselves for the all the negatives that come with it
Hello Tyler
I will never understand anyone that watches that's show.
@lawtraf8008
Жыл бұрын
It's entertaining. People like love stories, betrayals and dramas
@Mashmarriner69
Жыл бұрын
@@lawtraf8008 did you say "love" stories? 🤦♂️🤣
@travelswithdina.7
Жыл бұрын
Millions do
They know what they sign up for
Thanks for the insight but it's hard for me to feel sympathy for those who go to reality shows and then cry about it afterwards. Nowadays eeeeeverybody is aware of how it works and knows that you are NOT going to be treated well despite the looks of it. If you signed up for it, don't go crying about it later on
I have never watched or wanted to watch love island.. but all I hear about it is negativity and very toxic behaviour. Cruel show.
I don't want anyone to kill themselves but going on national TV to try and make a name for themselves doesn't happen and then the reality of doing what we all do most a 9 to 5 job 5 days a week must play a factor for some of these folk
This is Aaron Simpson love island 2021
It’s Wes Nelson obviously
@alexandra10916
11 ай бұрын
He said he isn't interested in fame and Wes is a famous recording artist who also has hand tattoos so not Wes.
It’s Nathan from 2017
@realtalk4478
Жыл бұрын
If it is him why you telling everybody when he want to on dlow
Guy behind the raccoon mask was not needed to understand this
The dark side is that the show exists
thx wes
@lilmizzije
Жыл бұрын
That's not wes
Its deffo gunna get cancelled cos everyone's complaining
If I dived head first in a pool with shallow water, I wouldn’t expect sympathy from people.
thats aron from 2021
I watch love island and I like connagh but I don’t have too much sympathy for anyone that goes on the show. Of course it’s toxic and manipulated, it’s already pretty boring imagine it was all nicey nicey it be even worse and pointless putting it on tv
LI preys on us. Ppl make this show successful ok. So we should blame ourselves
I thought this was all already pretty fucking obvious
@krisradjpaul278
Жыл бұрын
Same
@mary-annesade
Жыл бұрын
then why you watching this video?
@kayak9306
Жыл бұрын
@@mary-annesade to see if there was any actual new information Mary-Ann you spanner!
@mary-annesade
Жыл бұрын
@@kayak9306 if u wanna call me a spanner then atleast add the E at the end of my name gosh
These people are so dense.. it’s literally a tv show, what do you expect? It’s created purely for entertainment. Its concerning how “shocked” the interviewers are by the information and their comments are just stating the obvious.
Connor with a g
None of this suprises me. Love Island is a toxic show. I always found it weird how they're always talking and gossiping about each other's relationships. They rarely ever talk about their lives outside the villa except on the odd date.
Love island isn't the only shit Show itv have made, there's also.... **names 90% of itv shows**
Someone has to know who this is
@rhiiii6657
3 ай бұрын
Somebody said it in the comments someone from season 3, I’ve looked at their teeth and jaw and it’s the exact same I think I know who it is