It’s Official: Joey and Jessy from Love Island 2024 Call It Quits

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts, who gained fame as contestants on Love Island 2024, have confirmed their breakup, just seven weeks after leaving the villa together. Although the couple initially celebrated their new relationship status with posts about being in an “exclusive era,” they have now revealed that they have decided to part ways.

Rumors of a split had been swirling since the couple exited the Love Island villa just before the summer finale. Despite their efforts to make the relationship work, Joey and Jessy have officially called it quits but have expressed their desire to remain friends.

In an interview with The Sun, Joey addressed the breakup, saying, “Unfortunately, we have decided to end the relationship, but I hope we can continue to be friends. I truly wish Jessy the very best with whatever she does in the future.”

Jessy shared her own reflections on their time together, stating, “I appreciate the Love Island experience I had with Joey. We tried to make it work, but it wasn’t meant to be. I’m so grateful to everyone who supported us and look forward to all the exciting opportunities ahead.”

A source close to the couple provided insight into the reasons behind their separation, noting the challenges posed by their busy schedules after leaving the villa. “Joey has always been super busy, and things became even more hectic after the villa,” the source revealed. “He’s now going to boxing camp, which added to the difficulties. Jessy also had her own commitments and was constantly on the move after the show, making it hard for them to stay connected.”

The breakup of Joey and Jessy is part of a series of splits among Love Island 2024 couples. Other pairs, including Sean and Matilda, Grace and Reuben, and Harriett and Ronnie, have also ended their relationships. Despite these high-profile breakups, there are still a few couples from the show who are going strong. Winners Mimii and Josh, Jess and Ayo, Nicole and Ciaran, and Uma and Wil remain together, providing some optimism for fans of the show.

As Joey and Jessy move forward from their brief romance, they both remain appreciative of their shared experiences and the support they received. The challenges of maintaining a relationship in the public eye, coupled with demanding personal schedules, have proved difficult for the couple. Nonetheless, they are hopeful for their future paths and the opportunities that lie ahead.