Looks like there’s no more love on the island for Iris Kendall and Pepe Garcia. That’s right, the Love Island USA Season 7 couple has broken up. Garcia himself confirmed the news in an August 28 interview with TMZ. He added, “Iris and I are not together. That’s just the way it goes.” Along with this, he also denied any cheating rumors circulating online, adding:
I like to say, my friends and family are the people that support me, they know who I am as a person, and that’s honesty. That’s the biggest, the most important thing.
The timing of all of this was striking for the fans, who had spotted some social cues before the breakup news went public. As per People, Kendall posted a cookie image of herself crying on Instagram with “LOL thank you for this @funnyfacebakery.” Many saw this as a quiet hint.
The duo had entered the Love Island villa as bombshells. They even appeared together during the August 25 reunion. But it looks like their post-show story has taken a very different turn.
Love Island USA: Iris Kendall’s Silent Hints Before the Split
If you’d looked closely, then the signs of Kendall and Garcia’s breakup were right there. She began completely scrubbing her feed and removed photos with Garcia. Along with this, many noted that the duo also unfollowed each other on Instagram. Additionally, she shared a sunset on Stories with “Silver Springs” playing in the background.
For the ones who knew the song’s breakup history, the choice felt deliberate. Then the crying cookie further fueled the fire without giving much away. All of these were a trail of small signals that suggested we would learn the truth soon. After Garcia revealed their breakup, even Kendall broke her silence on their split.
In an August 29 interview with E! News, she added that she “had hoped to keep this private.” But she’s grateful for all the support she has received since leaving the Love Island villa. She also added:
The connection that I formed has ended, and while it isn’t how I would have imagined, I will always value the unique experience that we shared. It’s been a difficult transition, but I’m moving forward with hope, gratitude, and positivity for the future.
While she didn’t get deep into the topic, she confirmed that the breakup was indeed real, putting days of fan speculation to rest.
Pepe Garcia Explains Why His Love Island Romance Ended
Pepe Garcia in a still from Love Island USA | Credits: Peacock
When it came to their breakup, Pepe Garcia chose direct words without beating around the bush. In the same interview with TMZ, he also described the breakup spotlight as tough, adding, “It’s stressful. Being in the limelight isn’t always the best thing in the world.” This breakup came as a sudden shock for many, as just days earlier, fans watched the duo together on Love Island USA Season 7 reunion.
Even after leaving the villa, Garcia told People that the duo “are trying to make it as normal as possible.” He also added that they want to be together and spend some time to see what happens next. That plan didn’t quite work out as they had hoped.
Key details about the show:
Details InformationTitleLove Island USASeason 7PlatformPeacockFirst AiredJune 3, 2025Last Aired August 25, 2025HostAriana MadixIMDb 5.2/10
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Love Island USA Season 7 is currently streaming in the USA on Peacock.
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