Love Island 2021: Chloe Burrows is inundated with death threats after just THREE days in the villa

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    Love Island’s Chloe Burrows has been inundated with hundreds of vile death threats after just three days in the villa.

    On Wednesday’s episode the blonde beauty, 25, picked Aaron Francis, 24, to couple up with, meaning Shannon Singh, 22, was left single and sent home in a shock dumping – sparking lots of trolls to send messages to Chloe’s social media accounts.

    Taking to Instagram on Thursday, her family and friends begged viewers to ‘Be Kind’ and asked: ”Have the deaths of Sophie, Mike and Caroline taught us nothing?’  

    Awful: Love Island's Chloe Burrows has been inundated with hundreds of vile death threats after just three days in the villa (pictured on the show on Wednesday's episode)

    Awful: Love Island’s Chloe Burrows has been inundated with hundreds of vile death threats after just three days in the villa (pictured on the show on Wednesday’s episode)

    Sharing a statement and example of a message, they wrote: ‘We hate to introduce ourselves under such vile circumstances but we’ve had enough, after just 3 episodes.

    ‘We all have thick skin but the amount of trolling Chloe has been receiving is absolutely disgusting. This morning we woke up to yet another DM encouraging Chloe to kill herself – there have been HUNDREDS.

    ‘Have the deaths of Sophie, Mike and Caroline taught us nothing?

    ‘Not only that, but people are flooding her inbox threatening to kill her themselves. People… this is a GAME show, there is a cash prize!’

    Shock: On Wednesday's episode Chloe, 25, picked Aaron Francis, 24, (pictured together) to couple up with, meaning Shannon Singh, 22, was left single and sent home in a shock dumping

    Shock: On Wednesday’s episode Chloe, 25, picked Aaron Francis, 24, (pictured together) to couple up with, meaning Shannon Singh, 22, was left single and sent home in a shock dumping

    They continued: ‘We understand the frustration surrounding @shannonsinghhh ‘s eviction – we feel it too! She didn’t deserve to leave so early but Chloe does not deserve to DIE because Shannon had to leave the villa!

    ‘She will have had no idea of the repercussions of her decision prior to making it.’

    Ending their plea, they wrote: ‘We are not naive. We know that this post won’t put an end to trolling. All the advice we get is to ‘ignore it’ and ‘block the trolls’, sometimes it’s not that easy. Our hope is that this just reminds some of you to #BeKind x’ 

    In another post they revealed a vile message sent to Chloe which called her ‘so ugly, annoying and jarring’ and said: ‘Can you just fall in the firepit and die’.

    'Have the deaths of Sophie, Mike and Caroline taught us nothing?' Chloe's family and friends took to Instagram to beg viewers to be kind going forward with the reality show

    ‘Have the deaths of Sophie, Mike and Caroline taught us nothing?’ Chloe’s family and friends took to Instagram to beg viewers to be kind going forward with the reality show

    They also blamed Chloe for Shannon’s dumping, ominously penning: ‘You got rid of Shannon, I’ll get rid of you’.

    MailOnline has contacted Love Island’s representatives for  

    Love Island bosses had asked viewers to ‘think before you post’ ahead of the new series kicking off on Monday. 

    The series has become known to attract trolls online, and many former Islanders have slammed the show, claiming they have suffered with mental health issues after taking part on it. 

    Two past contestants have died by suicide as well as the show’s former host Caroline Flack. 

    Sophie Gradon, who was 32, died by suicide in 2018, as did Mike Thalassitis, who was 26, a year later after both taking part on Love Island.  

    While host Caroline took her life in February 2020 – she was 40-years-old. 

    Vile: They also posted an example of one of the disgusting messages sent to Chloe by a troll

    Vile: They also posted an example of one of the disgusting messages sent to Chloe by a troll

    Saying goodbye: After Chloe picked Aaron, Shannon got a text saying she had to leave the island straight away (pictured to the two women embracing ahead of her surprise exit)

    Saying goodbye: After Chloe picked Aaron, Shannon got a text saying she had to leave the island straight away (pictured to the two women embracing ahead of her surprise exit)

    Leaving: Shannon is the earliest ever Islander to be dumped from the villa and later shared her shock at being sent home after just three days

    Leaving: Shannon is the earliest ever Islander to be dumped from the villa and later shared her shock at being sent home after just three days

    Stern reminder: Love Island bosses had warned viewers to'think before you post' during the new series in an Instagram post ahead of the show starting on Monday

    Stern reminder: Love Island bosses had warned viewers to ‘think before you post’ during the new series in an Instagram post ahead of the show starting on Monday

    A message on the programme’s Instagram account read: ‘You’ve got a text! These Islanders are all single and ready to find love. We can’t wait to watch them get to know each other, date, and maybe even find the one.

    ‘We’re so grateful they’re letting us follow their journey this summer. We hope you enjoy the show, but please think before you post.’

    Host Laura Whitmore and narrator husband Iain Stirling shared the same message.  

    Ahead of the show starting, Love Island execs also confirmed the show’s duty of care protocols.

    Devastating: In February 2020, the host of Love Island, Caroline, was found dead at her home after taking her own life, a day after hearing the Crown Prosecution Service would go ahead with a trial for allegedly attacking her boyfriend Lewis Burton in 2019 (pictured in 2019)

    Devastating: In February 2020, the host of Love Island, Caroline, was found dead at her home after taking her own life, a day after hearing the Crown Prosecution Service would go ahead with a trial for allegedly attacking her boyfriend Lewis Burton in 2019 (pictured in 2019)

    Heartbreaking: Sophie Gradon, who was 32, died by suicide in 2018, after being a contestant on the show in 2016 (pictured in a promo shot for her villa stint)

    Heartbreaking: Sophie Gradon, who was 32, died by suicide in 2018, after being a contestant on the show in 2016 (pictured in a promo shot for her villa stint)

    Tragic: Mike Thalassitis, who was 26, died by suicide in March 2019 after taking part in Love Island in 2017 (pictured in his official Love Island picture)

    Tragic: Mike Thalassitis, who was 26, died by suicide in March 2019 after taking part in Love Island in 2017 (pictured in his official Love Island picture)

    Dr. Paul Litchfield – who ITV appointed in 2018 to review the show’s participant welfare processes – said: ‘Society’s appreciation of the importance of mental health and wellbeing has grown enormously in recent years and the pandemic has brought that into even sharper focus.

    ‘Reducing the risk of harm, where possible, is an imperative but promoting good mental health is also necessary.

    ‘ITV’s evolving commitment to these issues, backed up by tangible action, is an example to others in the industry and beyond.’

    The process for ‘all contributors involved’ in the show includes ‘comprehensive psychological support’ and ‘training for all Islanders on the impacts of social media and handling potential negativity’.

    Love Island duty of care protocols in full – ahead of 2021 series   

    Pre-filming and filming

    • Registered mental health professional engaged throughout the whole series – from pre-filming to aftercare. 
    • Thorough pre-filming psychological and medical assessments including assessments by an independent doctor, psychological consultant and reports from each Islander’s own GP to check medical history. 
    • Potential Islanders are required to fully disclose any medical history that would be relevant to their inclusion in the villa and the production’s ability to provide a suitable environment for them.  
    • Managing cast expectations: detailed explanations both verbally and in writing of the implications, both positive and negative, of taking part in the series are given to potential cast members throughout the casting process and reinforced within the contract so it is clear. 
    • Cast are told they should consider all the potential implications of taking part in the show and work through this decision-making process in consultation with their family and those closest to them, to ensure they feel it is right for them. 
    • Senior Team on the ground have received training in Mental Health First Aid. 
    • A welfare team solely dedicated to the Islanders both during the show and after.

    Aftercare 

    • Bespoke training on dealing with social media and advice on finance and adjusting to life back home. 
    • A minimum of eight therapy sessions will be offered to each Islander when they return home. 
    • Proactive contact with Islanders for a period of 14 months after the series in which they have appeared has ended, with additional help provided where applicable. 
    • We encourage Islanders to secure management to represent them after the show and manage them should they choose to take part in other TV shows, advertising campaigns or other public appearance opportunities.

     

    Host: Laura Whitmore also asked viewers to be considerate and shared the same message to'think before you post' (pictured during a promo shoot for the show)

    Host: Laura Whitmore also asked viewers to be considerate and shared the same message to ‘think before you post’ (pictured during a promo shoot for the show)

    They will also receive ‘training for all Islanders on financial management’, as well as ‘guidance and advice on taking on management after the show’.

    There will also be ‘detailed conversations’ with contestants about the ‘impact of participation on the show’, as well as a ‘proactive aftercare package’ which promises to support Islanders once filming has ended with ‘proactive contact’ and extra support where necessary.

    ITV has confirmed that registered mental health professionals will be available for Love Island stars throughout the entire series, from pre-filming, during the show itself and as part of the aftercare.

    What’s more, there will be a welfare team during and after the show, and the senior team in Majorca has mental health first aid training.

    LOVE ISLAND 2021: MEET THE COUPLES

    Liberty and Jake

    Coupled up: Liberty worked in Nando's ahead of her villa stint

    Career: Jake is a water engineer when not living it up in Mallorca

    Coupled up: Liberty and Jake formed the first couple on the 2021 series of Love Island

     

    Name: Liberty Poole

    Age: 21

    Location: Birmingham

    Occupation: Nando’s Waitress and Marketing Student

    Who is their type on paper? ‘So I like tall, alpha male, confident, a cheeky chappy sort of guy. 

    ‘But obviously that’s always usually combined with player types, which is where I go wrong. So I am trying to change my ways and go for more of a nicer guy that is going to treat me right.’ 

     

     Name: Jake Cornish

    Age: 24

    Location: Weston-super-Mare

    Occupation: Water Engineer

    Who is their type on paper? ‘Looks wise, always gone for blondes. But for me, the main thing is having respect and having good fun, and someone who will be loyal to you…

    ‘I’ve had messages from girls that have got boyfriends and husbands. This is why I don’t trust anyone. Someone who is loyal really. But when I’m single, I like having a good time!

    Sharon and Hugo

    Day job: Sharon is a Civil Servant

    Career: Hugo is a PE teacher

    Compatible? Sharon and Hugo also coupled up on the first show, however time will tell if they last the season

     

    Name: Sharon Gaffka

    Age: 25

    Location: Oxford

    Occupation: Civil Servant – Operations Lead for Department of Transport

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I tend to date someone who is taller than me, even though my last long-term partner, he was actually someone who was shorter than me. ‘ 

     

    Name: Hugo Hammond

    Age: 24

    Location: Hampshire

    Occupation: PE Teacher

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I’ve been single for a while now. With the current climate, it’s been really hard to get back into dating. 

    ‘I saw it as an opportunity to have an amazing fun summer and put myself back out there.’

    Kaz and Toby 

    Ready for love: Kaz revealed she's ready to be in a relationship

    Cheeky: Toby said he's the'funny guy' on a night out ahead of going into the villa

    Will it last? Fashion blogger Kaz and Semi-pro footballer Toby made another pair

    Name: Kaz Kamwi

    Age: 26

    Location: Essex

    Occupation: Fashion Blogger

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I like meeting new people, I’m ready to be in a relationship. Why not be in a place where people are looking for the same things as me?’ 

     

    Name: Toby Aromolaran

    Age: 22

    Location: Essex

    Occupation: Semi-pro footballer

    How would he describe himself? ‘Optimistic. I always see the bright side in the worst situations. I’m a fun guy when I go on a night out. Responsible guy as well.’ 

    Faye and Brad 

    Looking for: The blonde beauty said she's after someone who makes her laugh

    Cheeky: Brad previously said past Islander Zara McDermott was a good looking lass

    Instant attraction: Faye proved very popular with the hunks and Brad did not hesitate to couple up with her

     

    Name: Faye Winter

    Age: 26

    Location: Devon

    Occupation: Letting Manager  

    What is her type on paper? ‘Someone that will put me in my place. Someone that makes me laugh. But also someone that takes my banter.’

     

    Name: Brad McClelland

    Age: 26

    Location: Northumberland

    Occupation: Labourer

    Who is their type on paper? Sommer Ray from Instagram. Zara McDermott, she’s a good-looking lass. Or Megan Fox.

    Shannon and Aaron

    Party girl: Shannon told Aaron about her love of going out, modelling and gaming

    Looking for: Aaron said he's after a girl with passion for what she does

    Duo: Shannon and Aaron were also coupled together in the first match of the series

     

    Name: Shannon Singh 

    Age: 22

    Location: Fife 

    Occupation: Glamour model

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I don’t feed off looks, I feed off energy, I need someone with personality. Just someone I can have fun with.

    ‘I’m a party girl, I love going out, I’m very social. For me it’s quite hard to find people who are genuine and looking for what you’re looking for’

     

    Name: Aaron Francis

    Age: 24

    Location: London

    Occupation: Luxury Events Host

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I need someone that is passionate about what they are doing – from scientist to anything – you can tell when someone is speaking about something and they are actually smiling while they are talking. 

    ‘I love that.’ 

     

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