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Ekin-Su and Curtis Pritchard SPLIT three months after Love Island All Stars
The reality stars released a heartbreaking statement after calling it quits
LOVE Island stars Ekin-Su and Curtis Pritchard have ended their relationship - three months after hooking up on All Stars.
The finalists of the hit reality-dating spin-off had sparked concern they'd broken up earlier this month when dancer Curtis, 29, didn’t attend a recent celeb-packed event with Ekin, 30.
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And now, fans' nightmares have become reality after Ekin-Su shared a statement on social media confirming they had parted ways.
She said: "I wanted to share that Curtis and I have decided to go our separate ways.
"It's been a really tough decision, but one made with a lot of love and respect for one another.
"He's an incredible person and I'll always cherish the memories we made both in and out of the villa.
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"Thank you all so much for the love and support over the past few months.
"We're both focusing on navigating this transition and would really appreciate privacy during this time.
"Love always, Ekin-Su xx."
Hours later, Curtis also put out a statement on social media.
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In a message shared with his fans on social media, he wrote: "Just a quick note to say thank you so much for all the kind messages — it really does mean the world.
"It’s true, Ekin and I have decided to go our separate ways. Breakups are never easy, but I’ll always be grateful for the laughs, the adventures, and the memories (especially the dance routines).
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He continued: "She’s an amazing woman and I’ve got nothing but love and respect for her."
The statement concluded: "I’ll be keeping busy with work,boxing, dancing, and working with the team on FINT. Lots of love, Curtis x"
FANS REACT TO SPLIT
Fans have started to react to the couple's split already, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts.
"As much as I love ekin, I didn't really think they were going to last tbh," said one person on X.
Another added: "nah not ekin and curtis splitting up," complete with a broken heart emoji.
On Reddit, one person said they are "not surprised by the breakup", adding: "I never really brought into their relationship and it always came off awkward and forced to me in the little I saw them."
While someone else said: "Stunned, heartbroken and bereft by this Ekin and Curtis news."
And a third wrote: "Eh, not shocked at all. didn’t see em lasting anyways lol."
HINTS THEY HAD SPLIT
Ekin previously hinted at trouble in paradise when she failed to mention Curtis when asked about love during an interview.
Love Island winners - where they are now
EVERY year Love Island opens its doors to more sexy Islanders who are hoping for a holiday romance that could turn into more.
Here we take you through all of the Love Island winners so far and what their relationship statuses are now:
2025 - The second series of All Stars saw Gabby Allen and Case O'Gorman scoop the crown. STATUS: Still together.
2024 - The summer Love Island saw Mimii Ngulube and Josh Oyinsan were crowned the winners. STATUS: Broken up.
2024 - The first ever All stars spin off show was won by Molly Smith and Tom Clare. STATUS: Still together.
2023 - Jess Harding and Sammy Root took home the 50k, and won the summer 2023 Love Island. STATUS: Broken up.
2023 - The first series of 2023 saw Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan crowned Love Island winners in South Africa. STATUS: Still together.
2022 - Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu's time in the villa was anything but a smooth ride, but they managed to win the public's hearts - and the ITV2 reality show. STATUS: Broken up.
2021 - Liam Reardon and Millie Court were announced winners of Love Island 2021. STATUS: Still together.
2020 - The first ever winter Love Island saw Paige Turley and Finn Tapp crowned winners after falling in love on the show. STATUS: Broken up.
2019 - Series 5 saw Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague runners up to winners Greg O'Shea and Amber Gill, who met in the last few days of the series. STATUS: Broken up.
2018 - It wasn't surprising fan favourites Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer won the show, as they were strong throughout. But sadly things didn't last. STATUS: Broken up.
2017 - Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies had lots of ups and downs in the villa but went on to win. STATUS: Broken up.
2016 - Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde were together from the start of the series, and since they won the show they've had two kids and are married. STATUS: Still together.
2015 - Despite poor Jess Hayes being Max Morley's second choice on the show, they did win - but they didn't last as a couple. STATUS: Broken up.
She said: “Love, for me, is a deep bond, trust and being able to be completely yourself with someone...
“Love enables both individual development and growth together.
“I find peaceful, safe and unexpected love valuable. This is exactly the definition of love for me.”
EKIN'S SOLO OUTING
Ekin recently turned up to a star-studded event without Curtis on her arm, which was when split rumours ran rampant.
The actress and reality star oozed glamour in a white sequin asymmetric dress earlier this month.
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But despite her sizzling display, fans couldn't help notice her man Curtis was absent.
News of the break-up comes just days after the pair were spotted sharing a kiss at Curtis' professional boxing debut.
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