Viewers have been locked in as they watch ‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 unfold. From unexpected twists and turns to romance and drama, this season has kept fans talking. Before the season even began, contestant Vasana Montgomery was removed from the cast after past videos resurfaced online before her TV debut.
Now, the show is facing more controversy after posts allegedly showing the newest Casa Amor bombshell, Alannah Keyser, using a racial slur began circulating online. While she remains in the villa, her father has spoken out in her defense.
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Alannah Keyser’s Father Defends Her Character Amid Online Controversy
On Sunday, the ‘Love Island USA’ Fiji villa was shaken up as the current Islanders were introduced to Casa Amor. The twist gives Islanders the chance to explore new connections while putting their current relationships to the test as a new group of boys and girls enter the villa.
The boys were surprised by six new ladies, with Alannah Keyser among the lineup. The same night Alannah entered Casa Amor, old posts allegedly showing her using a racial slur began circulating online. One video appeared to show her using the n-word while singing along to a song. While another screenshot allegedly showed her using the slur in an Instagram comment.
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Alannah’s father, Stephane Keyser, told TMZ that he does not believe his daughter is racist and described her as an “educated sweetheart.”
Stephane also shared that their family has always had friends from different backgrounds, which he said makes the criticism his daughter is facing even more unfair. He also told the outlet that he believes the hate she has been receiving online is “ridiculous.”
Alannah Keyser’s Heart Rate Challenge Performance Sparks Debate Among Viewers
In addition to the controversy surrounding the resurfaced posts, some viewers had more to say. Viewers called out Alannah for her actions during the Heart Rate Challenge. Several fans pointed out that Alannah appeared more affectionate toward Zach, Caleb, and Bryce during the challenge. Meanwhile, viewers noted that her interactions with KC, Corbin, and Sincere were much more limited. This sparked a debate online about the difference in her approach.
Some argued that KC, Corbin, and Sincere were treated differently because of the color of their skin. Others defended Alannah, saying she is allowed to have her preferences.
Social Media Reacts
‘Love Island USA’ viewers quickly gathered under The Shade Room Teens as they reacted to the post about Alannah. While some weighed in on the controversy, others went so far as to call for her removal from the show.
Instagram user @wavyymaliik wrote, “iCarly gotta go.”
Instagram user @niahhbaabyy added, “if she was such an educated sweetheart then she would’ve never said a slur 🤷🏾♀️”
While Instagram user @tifaha4eva wrote, “Stand up for child always.. ..stand next to her when you pick her up from the airport!”
Instagram user @nytherichest_xo wrote, “Honestly just because someone says it doesn’t make them automatically racist 😭 but ya got that”
Instagram user @_talcon19_ added, “Why do we keep trying to take people down. Can’t yall just watch the show shade room always wants drama this ig ain’t fu***** sh**”
While Instagram user @isaax_bel wrote, “Who cares if she has friends from different backgrounds and different races like that’s the equivalent to saying “I have black friends how can I be racist ” who cares she still said it and now what?”
Instagram user @literallyy.k wrote, “boy boo she literally dodge all the poc men during the challenge on top of her video of her saying the word andddd her making a comment using the word but ok sweetheart
Instagram user @itz_p_relly added, “OUT OF THE VILLA !! go wake her up @loveislandusa”
While Instagram user @intellegentsoul_sole wrote, “Her saying the N word is ‘ridiculous’ dad so please spare the shock factor 🙄 “
