Things got off to an awkward start for two of this year’s ‘Love Island’ contestants, after they realised their paths had crossed before.
Yes, after meeting her fellow contestants, it didn’t take Montana Brown to clock that she and Jessica Shears have something in common… the same boyfriend.
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Montana spills the beans
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Gathering several of her fellow islanders in the villa, Montana confessed: “I went out with this guy... basically I think he was seeing us at the same time. But I don’t know if she knows.
“I don’t think she does know it’s me, that’s the thing. I was pretty chilled about the situation, it didn’t work. I Instagrammed her. When I saw her I was like ‘I recognise her from somewhere, and then it clicked.”
However, while Montana pondered whether to broach the subject with her fellow contestant, it turned out Jessica was already well aware of their connection.
She said: “As soon as I saw Montana I recognised her and I was like ‘oh my God, as if.’ Of all the people in the world, me and her are in here together.”
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The coincidence didn't escape Jessica's attention either
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Montana was then quick to try and clear the air, in a bid to put the matter behind them as early on in the series as possible.
Taking Jessica aside, Montana recalled: “I was just realising he was being really shady with pictures and I was thinking ‘that’s weird.’ I called him out on it.”
As Jessica commented that they “must have kicked off at the same time”, Montana then added: “It was on the last night and I was like ‘I don’t know about you but we just didn’t really get along.. And then he just goes ‘yeah, well I have been seeing some girl anyway’ and I was like ‘what?’”
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The two clear the air
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But while it seemed the two were able to resolve the matter, when Jessica had a moment to herself in the Beach Hut, she admitted that she wasn’t quite ready to forget.
She said: “It’s good talking to her about it because it’s nice to see her point of view but at the same time it’s a bit of a revelation because I didn’t realise they were properly dating.
“Part of me is like ‘I got there first with this guy that me and Montana were both sort of texting at the same time.’ I know I was there first. So part of me does think ‘I was there first and you sort of got in the way’ so I don’t know how vindictive I’m feeling yet.
“I feel like I owe her no loyalties.”
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We have a feeling we've not heard the last of this
See these scenes air in tonight’s (5 June) ‘Love Island’, which kicks off at 9pm on ITV2.
'Love Island' 2017: Meet The Contestants
Olivia(01 of11)
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Age? 22
Job? Motorsport Grid Girl
She says: "I’ve been told I’m funny. I’ve got quite an immature sense of humour, and I can be quite naughty.
"I try not to take any rubbish from anyone so I think boys end up saying ‘she’s a player’ because they’ve not had their way with me."
Have you seen her before? Olivia says she's modelled for some fashion brands with "big followings" in the past. (credit:ITV)
Marcel(02 of11)
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Age? 31
Job? Music industry executive
He says: "Girls love me... I've always got girls around me. I've always got a girl on the scene. I'm not a player but I do like to be single.
"I stay single because I don't want to break hearts but I do end up breaking them by mistake sometimes. It's quite hard."
Have you seen him before? Marcel was once a member of Blazin' Squad, which he describes as "the best days" of his life. (credit:ITV)
Camilla(03 of11)
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Age? 27
Job? Explosive ordnance disposal (!!)
She says: "I want to put my personal life first, for the first time in a long time, and give myself the opportunity to meet someone.
"['Love Island'] will also force me to break down some of the barriers that I have built up doing the work that I do. I can be a bit cold, and come across that way, but that’s because I’m quite independent and strong."
Have you seen her before? Perhaps if you're a lacrosse fan - Camilla once competed in the junior world championships. However, back in the summer of 2014 she was also linked with Prince Harry after the two reportedly shared a snog at an event. (credit:ITV)
Harley(04 of11)
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Age? 22
Job? Groundsworker
He says: "People would say [my love life is] non-existent and I’m married to the gym. I’ve not been out for ages, I’ve been having some me time.
"The show is an opportunity to put myself out there, let loose and get my mojo back." (credit:ITV)
Chloe(05 of11)
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Age? 22
Job? Executive assistant
She says: "Boys in Essex - come on! They're not great. I want to be loved up but they're just pigs. I'm ready and willing to meet someone nice. A lot of them just want about ten girlfriends at a time.
"Come on - you can't go out with ten girls at once! That's not on." (credit:ITV)
Kem(06 of11)
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Age? 21
Job? Hairdresser
He says: "I wear my heart on my sleeve. I'm all in or out, nothing in between. I think I'm enjoyable to be with. I fall for girls very easily. It's been my downfall because I make it so obvious when I like a girl. I might get a bit clingy.
"I'm not normal and I think the people who make 'Love Island' know that, so I'm hoping they'll have found a girl who's not normal, who'll be a good match for me."
Have you seen him before? As a hairdresser to the stars, he's worked with the boys from 'TOWIE', Spencer Matthews and Calum Best, among others. (credit:ITV)
Jessica(07 of11)
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Age? 23
Job? Glamour model
She says: "I'm genuinely looking for love, I'm not going on it for any other reason. I want to find someone to settle down with.
"My friends are married and settling down with kids. I've looked everywhere and can't find him!"
Have you seen her before? In addition to being a glamour model, Jessica says she's been chatted up by celebs in the past, joking: "Mostly reality stars - they're the same ones that message everybody!" (credit:ITV)
Dominic(08 of11)
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Age? 26
Job? Careers advisor
He says: "I'm definitely not modest! They call me vain, and I do love myself a bit. I play on it, though. I'll go, 'I'm good-looking me, aren't I? Aren't you lucky to be with me?’
"I'm not just a pretty face! I've got the chat as well." (credit:ITV)
Amber(09 of11)
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Age? 20
Job? Dancer
She says: "I think I’m very down to earth. I have been brought up so well. I don’t cause trouble for no reason. I’m not fake, I’m very real and that’s what all my friends like about me.
"I’m a bit of a dating queen. I love to date. The key thing for me is finding humour. We need to have a good laugh, the chemistry will happen if we’re laughing."
Have you seen her before? Amber claims to have slept with a "big name" but won't disclose her, commenting: "Girls don't kiss and tell!" (credit:ITV)
Sam(10 of11)
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Age? 21
Job? Oil rig worker
He says: "I'm a serial dater. My attention span's not that good so to be honest, I generally only manage one date with a girl, or two at a push. I get bored easily.
"And if I decide I'm not interested, I just ignore their texts. I know that's a bit mean. I like a bit of a chase, you see. I do alright with girls. If I want it, I get it." (credit:ITV)
Montana(11 of11)
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Age? 21
Job? Economics student
She says: "I think people would probably call me quite posh! I will admit I've been brought up well and I've been really lucky to go a private school. I'm lucky to have had good opportunities in my life.
"I want to meet someone who will broaden my horizons a little bit... I'm not really exposed to people from all over the UK. I don't go to raves that much so I don't really meet anyone from outside Hertfordshire!"
Have you seen her before? In the past, she's dated both rugby players and pro footballers. (credit:ITV)