A second contestant has been removed from Love Island USA after using a racial slur, sparking renewed concerns about the show's vetting process. Alannah Keyser, 21, was introduced as a 'bombshell' during the mid-season Casa Amor twist on Sunday, but was removed from the villa on Thursday after historic social media posts emerged that appeared to show her using a racial slur. The posts, which date back six years, included a video of Keyser lip-syncing to a song that contained the slur, as well as screenshots of her using the same word in an Instagram comment and Snap message. Keyser's removal comes after a similar incident earlier this season, when Vasana Montgomery was removed from the show for appearing to use the same slur in two different videos. The two incidents have raised questions about the show's vetting process and whether the broadcaster, Peacock, did enough to screen contestants before they entered the villa. In a statement on TikTok, Keyser said she was 'sorry to whoever has seen that video and has been offended by it', and claimed that the slur was 'just not in my vocabulary any more'. However, the incident has sparked outrage among viewers and raised concerns about the show's handling of racist language. The Foreign Office has not issued any travel advice related to this incident, but UK citizens travelling to the US are advised to be aware of their surroundings and to follow local customs and laws. The UK Government has not commented on the incident, but the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has said that it is 'reviewing' the show's content and will take action if necessary.
Love Island USA Contestant Removed Over Racial Slur
UKPulse Sport DeskA second Love Island USA contestant, Alannah Keyser, has been removed from the show after historic social media posts emerged that appeared to show her using a racial slur. Keyser joined the series as a 'bombshell' during the mid-season Casa Amor twist.
- Alannah Keyser removed from Love Island USA over racial slur
- Historic social media posts emerged showing Keyser using a racial slur
- Second contestant removed from the show this season
Why this matters: This incident highlights the importance of responsible language and the need for stricter vetting processes in reality TV shows.
What this means for you: What this means for you: This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of being mindful of the language we use, and the need for greater accountability in reality TV shows.