'Love Island USA’ star Leah Kateb bashes islanders blaming her for Andrea Carmona’s exit

Leah Kateb restated that she has been nothing but supportive and kind to both Andrea and Rob
UPDATED JUN 25, 2024
'Love Island USA' star Leah Kateb hits back at islanders (@peacock)
'Love Island USA' star Leah Kateb hits back at islanders (@peacock)

MAMANUCA ISLANDS, FIJI: In the 'Love Island USA' Season 6 villa, tensions escalated when allegations surfaced accusing Leah Kateb of plotting Andrea Carmona's exit from the show. Leah vehemently denied these accusations, expressing her frustration and disbelief at being implicated in such a scheme.

The controversy unfolded after Andrea was eliminated from the villa, leading the men of the villa to speculate that Leah and possibly Liv Walker had conspired Andrea's exit in order to manipulate and get back Rob Rausch. 

In response to these allegations, Leah vehemently defended herself. She clarified that she had consistently been supportive and kind towards Andrea during her time in the villa. Leah emphasized that she had never schemed against Andrea or attempted to influence her departure for personal gain. Instead, Leah claimed that she had only spoken positively about Rob to Andrea and had refrained from interfering in their relationship.

"This is f*****g insane this makes me so mad and stupid because I’ve been nothing but kind, good and supporting to Rob and Andrea and them as a couple, and it makes me feel stupid to have even done that. It’s like all in vain," Andrea said in her confessional. 

Moreover, Leah argued that any negative opinions she may have expressed about Rob were in private conversations with other contestants, not to manipulate Andrea's perception. 

"You guys think me and Liv have masterminded to kick Andrea out to get Rob back. Why the f**k would I do it? We’re fine," Leah said to the Islanders. "I’ve been very nice to Andrea and have said good things about Rob to her. I’ve said all the nasty things about him to all the other people. Cause I wanted her to form her own opinion. Which one of you bast**** is talking like this?" Leah added. 

Aaron Evans sobs to stop BFF Rob from leaving the 'Love Island USA' villa 

In the latest episode of 'Love Island USA' Season 6, tensions escalated dramatically after Andrea Carmona's unexpected elimination from the villa. Rob Rausch, deeply affected by Andrea's departure, shocked everyone by announcing his intention to leave the show alongside her. This decision sent shockwaves through the villa, especially among his closest friend, Aaron Evans.

Aaron, visibly distraught and fighting back tears, couldn't bear the thought of Rob leaving. He urgently pulled Rob aside for a heart-to-heart conversation, desperately trying to convince him to stay. In a raw and emotional plea, Aaron poured out his feelings, expressing his deep bond with Rob and how much he valued their friendship. "I understand if you do want to leave," Aaron began, his voice trembling with emotion. "But I'm not gonna lie. I don't want you to go."

He admitted feeling torn between wanting Rob to stay for his own sake and wanting him to be happy, even if it meant leaving with Andrea. However, as the episode unfolded, Rob ultimately chose to stay, driven by a desire to explore other connections and test the relationships he had formed.

'Love Island USA' Season 6 islanders Aaron Evans and Rob Rausch seem to be friends (@peacock)
'Love Island USA' Season 6 islanders Aaron Evans and Rob Rausch (@peacock)

Aaron Evans yells at 'Love Island USA' female islanders to support BFF Rob Rausch

Tensions reached a boiling point in the villa following the surprising elimination of Andrea Carmona, as the aftermath saw Rob Rausch contemplate leaving the show, deeply affected by Andrea's departure. His close friend, Aaron Evans, was upset and emotionally charged by the situation.

As Rob expressed his desire to leave alongside Andrea, Aaron's emotions boiled over. He confronted the female islanders, defending Rob and criticizing their decision to eliminate Andrea. "You plotted everything because you didn't want to see Rob happy!" Aaron yelled at the ladies of the villa.
He accused the female islanders of sabotaging Rob's chances at finding happiness in the villa, especially after Andrea's abrupt exit. 

Aaron Evans in 'Love Island USA' Season 6 (Peacock)
Aaron Evans in 'Love Island USA' Season 6 (@peacock)

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