The reality TV star said she was “heartbroken” to have been sent “disgusting” comments, as she opened up on her Instagram story.
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Marcel and Gabby on 'Love Island'
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“Right guys so I have been reading through some of the messages I’ve received over the past few weeks and I’m absolutely horrified at the amount of disgusting racial abuse due mine and Marcel’s relationship,” she revealed, before sharing some of the shocking comments she had been sent.
“It is completely unacceptable and to know that this is still goes on in 2017, it breaks my heart,” she continued.
I’ve grown up in multi-cultural and LGBTQIA environments all my life. To know that this is still a thing, I’m mind blown.
“Hopefully it doesn’t, but if it continues I’ll have to choice but to publicly name and shame every single one of you. I will show you one or two just so you can see how disgraceful it really is.”
She added: “Sorry for any distress this might have caused anyone, as you can see, behind the scenes isn’t always that pretty. But thanks for the support, aside from this. I get to see my boy tonight and that’s all that matters.”
Gabby and Marcel were among viewers’ favourites during this year’s ‘Love Island’, and eventually finished fourth in the final.
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Gabby and Marcel have received racist abuse online
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After they left the Island, fans were keen to know if the couple has consummated their relationship, having abstained during their time on the ITV2 reality show.
They also told HuffPost UK they will be taking things slowly now they are in the outside world.
“We’ll probably be 20 minutes away from each other, so that’s going to be easy,” Gabby said. “We’re not going to jump into moving in together - that’s completely unnecessary. There’s so much we want to do.”
Marcel added: “We’re going to make it more like a real life relationship. You’re in a bubble and together 24/7, so now we’re out, it will be nice to go out on a date and go where you want.”
'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)