The real reason 'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Connor Newsum was eliminated
MAMANUCA ISLANDS, FIJI: 'Love Island USA' Season 6 star Connor Newsum became the fourth islander to exit the villa. Known for forming strong bromances, he struggled to ignite romantic connections during his time on the show. He was first coupled up with JaNa Criag, and they appeared smitten with each other.
However, Connor later ditched JaNa for Leah Kateb during the chaotic recoupling ceremony. In the latest episode, the girls had to select their partners, and the remaining single islander was forced to leave the villa. Leah notably chose Miguel Harichi, stating that she felt only a friendly connection with Connor.
Connor left as a single islander and was visibly upset when no female islander chose him, leading to his elimination from the Peacock dating show. However, he admitted after eviction, "Obviously, it hurts to be dumped, leaving the villa." He further noted, "I will continue my quest for love. I have no doubt that I will find the right girl for me."
Connor also shared an emotional speech after his elimination. He said, "I didn't find what I came here for, but I did find an amazing absolutely incredible group of humans who've just become an absolute family to me."
The Peacock show star added, "The guys in here, you guys are my f*****g brothers, and all the girls you're all incredible. You've all just taken mein and made me feel so at home here. And I didn't expect that, so leaving here smiling for sure."
'Love Island USA' Season 6 star Connor Newsum reflects on 'bromance'
'Love Island USA' Season 6 star Connor Newsum had formed a strong friendship with the male islanders. He tearfully reflected on his 'bromance' in the confessional, "Those are some of the most incredible people I've ever met." He added, "I definitely formed some strong bromance in there, specifically Rob and Aaron."
While packing his bags, he announced to his friends, "Came here for the girls but I stayed for the boys." The islanders were deeply emotional during his departure, asking Connor to leave his American flag shorts behind as a tribute, hanging them at the door in his memory.
Connor Newsum slams Leah Kateb for kissing Miguel Harichi
'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Connor Newsum was devastated after Leah Kateb shared a passionate kiss with Miguel Harichi. Leah had previously ended things with Connor as she contemplated reconciling with Rob Rausch. However, after Rob accused Leah of lying, she decided to stay single and explore other connections.
However, in the latest episode, Miguel reached out to Leah and flirted with her, sparking an instant connection between them. This left Connor questioning his romance with Leah.
He shared in the confessional, "It's like tough to see Leah move on that quick. Kind of makes you question what she was thinking the whole time we were together." Connor further noted, "It feels like she was lying to me most of the time we were together. But it is what it is."
Catch new episodes of 'Love Island USA' Season 6 from Fridays to Tuesdays with 'Love Island Aftersun', a 'weekly chat series' airing every Saturday on Peacock.