Tasha Ghouri slams Love Island's new series line-up for 'lacking inclusivity' as first ever deaf contestant claims 'it feels like is going backwards'
Former Love Islander Tasha Ghouri has slammed the ITV show's new series line-up claiming it lacks inclusivity.
The TV star, 25, rose to fame when she joined the hit dating contest on its eight series and was the show's first ever deaf contestant.
Sharing a perplexed selfie on her Snapchat stories, Tasha wrote sarcastically: 'Love seeing the inclusivity within the love island cast... feels like is going backwards.'
Singletons looking for a match have all jetted off to Mallorca, with the debut episode of series 11 airing on Monday 3 June.
And for the first time ever, ITV will launch the dating show simultaneously across ITV1, ITV2, and ITVX.
Former Love Islander Tasha Ghouri has slammed the ITV show's new series line-up claiming it lacks inclusivity - Tasha was the show's first ever deaf contestant
Singletons looking for a match have all jetted off to Mallorca, with the debut episode of series 11 airing on Monday 3 June and for the first time ever, ITV will launch the dating show simultaneously across ITV1, ITV2, and ITVX
Meanwhile, Influencer Patsy Field joins this year's line-up and will become the show's only disability to star on the brand new series of Love Island, MailOnline can reveal.
The Londoner, 29, was born with Erb's palsy, which was developed during her traumatic birth at Lewisham hospital.
Patsy has told how she should have been born via cesarean, but doctors made the crucial error for her to be delivered naturally, resulting in a defect, which she has had to overcome her entire life.
The condition means her right arm is shorter in length and unable to function as well as her left, with Patsy admitting she has felt 'self-conscious' but learned to embrace it throughout adulthood.
She follows in the footsteps of Tasha - other contestants with disabilities have included partially sighted Ron Hall, and Hugo Hammond, who was born with a club foot.
Explaining her condition on social media, she said: 'One thing you guys don't know about me is I have a disability. I have never spoken about it on here before because I am a bit self-conscious about it to be honest.
'It is a disability I've literally had since birth. All my close friends and family know about it.
'Pretty much everyone says they don't notice it, or they have never noticed it before but once I tell you go back and look through my old videos, you'll be able to spot it.
Tasha, 25, previously made history on the ITV show as the first-ever deaf contestant when she joined on the eight series (pictured this month at Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga premiere)
Meanwhile, Influencer Patsy Field joins this year's line-up and will become the latest contestant with a disability to star on the brand new series of Love Island, MailOnline can reveal
'So, the disability affects my right arm, I was a normal, happy, healthy baby in my mama's womb and the hospital f***ed up and gave me a disability, Lewisham hospital, you f***ers.
'I should have been a cesarean birth, but the midwife thought she could do it and she couldn't... I was such a big baby, I was almost 11lb, a normal baby is like 7lb. I got stuck coming out of my mum... and they're pulling and pulling and pulling and in the process of yanking me out, they have done some damage.
'They snapped the nerve that sends messages down from my brain down my spine to my right arm, messages are trying to send, and this computer says no.
'As a result, I have a disability called Erb's Palsy and my arm never grew as much and it doesn't do anything really, they are completely different lengths.
'I like to call it my Nemo lucky fin. It is smaller, a different shape and is more bent than the other one. I managed to avoid any bullying, luckily, I'm a confident girl.
'I don't think it's held me back too much. I do remember being at school and watching all the girls do their handstands and I'd be like anyone for headstands?
'The only thing it affects these days is I only have one hand to use in the bedroom.'
A TV insider told MailOnline: 'Patsy is a brilliant signing for the show, she's hilarious so will definitely bring good vibes and positive energy.
'She has never let her disability define her but she's also excited for the opportunity to educate audiences who might not know about Erb's palsy because awareness is key.'
Patsy's signing comes after MailOnline revealed model Grace Jackson had landed a spot on the series, as well as Liverpool makeup artist Samantha Kenny and Welsh rugby player Ciaran Davies.
The full lineup will be revealed by ITV next week ahead of the show's launch hosted by presenter Maya Jama.
This year's line-up has also been criticised over a lack of diversity.
Out of 12 contestants revealed, there are only three non-white people that will be starring on the show.
The lack of diversity has been a criticism of the show since its inception, although last year was the exception to the rule,
Love Island fans praised the 2023 series because seven out of the 12 contestants from non-white backgrounds
Moreover, Kai and Sanam became the show's first winning couple of colour and are now engaged to be married - but it seems representation has not been so considered for the 2024 series.
Yet this year, it seems diversity hasn't been considered as carefully - and it's not just race. Only one contestant is disabled and no-one is plus-sized.
The Londoner was born with Erb's palsy, which was developed during her traumatic birth at Lewisham hospital
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
NAME: Mimii Ngulube
AGE: 24
FROM: Portsmouth
OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not giving. I've tried dating and speaking to people on social media and it just hasn't been successful. Applying was a spontaneous thing, I didn't expect to get here!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rocks and I'm theirs, so I'll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up, so I'll bring style, and I'd like to think I'm quite funny so I'll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well - I'm good at picking up on people's personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be liars.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
FROM: Hertford
OCCUPATION: Sweets Salesman
WHY LOVE ISLAND? I've always been one for relationships, and when you have found someone you want to be with it's the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the one thing that is missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I'm the kind of guy that, if you broke down on the motorway and needed your tyre changed, I'd be there at any time of night.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
FROM: Canning Town
OCCUPATION: Model
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I'd bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come to and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to have a laugh with. I think I'm somebody everyone would take to.
WHY SHOULD SOMEBODY DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people take to that and once you show who you are to somebody you get it back tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy for people to feel comfortable around me.
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
FROM: Aberdare, Wales
OCCUPATION: Accounts Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I've been enjoying single life and the attention of different boys, it's fun. I've enjoyed being able to go on holiday with the girls and not having to worry about someone back home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I'm out till 4 in the morning living my best life.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: 21
FROM: Pencoed, South Wales
OCCUPATION: Surveyor
WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I'm a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back. Loyalty is another one for me: I think that's the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 7 to get into a club because they wouldn't let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.
NAME: Joey Essex
AGE: 33
FROM: Chigwell, Essex
OCCUPATION: Reality star
CLAIM TO FAME? The Only Way Is Essex
FAMOUS EXES: Joey was in a relationship with fellow TOWIE star Sam Faiers from 2011 to 2014 with the pair getting engaged before they split. He has also been spotted locking lips with former Love Island stars Ellie Brown and Maura Higgins. He also dated his Dancing On Ice pro partner Vanessa Bauer.
NAME: Grace Jackson
AGE: 25
FROM: Manchester
OCCUPATION: Model and social media marketing coordinator
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? No guys have good communication and it's painful. I like someone who doesn't take themselves and life too seriously. My lifestyle can put guys off a little bit, I like to go out and go abroad a lot. They can't keep up with my lifestyle. It's the life that I want, and it helps with my business.
NAME: Matilda Draper
AGE: 24
FROM: Beckenham
OCCUPATION: Recruitmant Consultant
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BRING? I want to bring sunshine to the Villa. I’m lighthearted and don’t take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the Villa I’m going to throw in a little joke or a ‘would you rather’.
NAME: Jessy Potts
AGE: 25
FROM: Leicester
OCCUPATION: Brand Partnerships Associate
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU WILL BRING TO THE VILLA? I’m fun, I like to get involved, so I’d like to think I will get stuck in as soon as I arrive. I also have a very sarcastic sense of humour, so I’ll make everyone laugh, but I’m a Sagittarius, so I also have a fiery side and I'm not afraid to say what I think or stand my ground. I’m not very good at taking 'no' for an answer.
Jessica Spencer
NAME: Jessica Spencer
AGE: 25
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Fashion Stylist
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have my eyes on Ayo, despite his connection with Mimii. I fancy Ayo so much. Wil also seems like a catch and someone I want to explore a connection with.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m funny, flirty, sassy and ready to find love
Reuben Collins
NAME: Reuben Collins
AGE: 23
FROM: Surrey
OCCUPATION: Account Assistant
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Mimii, Uma and Grace. Obviously they’re all stunning but it’s mainly how they hold themselves and how they are as people.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? Sometimes I can be a bit too honest. At the end of the day I’ll go for who I want and if I have to step on toes I will. I don’t mind making a bit of a fool of myself.
Josh Sunday Oyinsan
NAME: Josh Sunday Oyinsan
AGE: 29
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? All of them!! Mimii, Uma, Grace and Jess S. All of the girls there are beautiful.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am not afraid to speak my mind! I’m not afraid of treading on any toes…
Lola Deluca
NAME: Lola Deluca
AGE: 22
FROM: Surrey
OCCUPATION: Content Creator
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Sean, Reuben and Joey
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’d say my personality [makes me a catch] first and foremost, I’d like to think that those traits are what the rest of the Islanders will be drawn to. I’m confident and outgoing so I'm looking forward to getting to know the boys.
Harry Baker
NAME: Harry Baker
AGE: 25
FROM: Birmingham
OCCUPATION: Structured cabling engineer
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Matilda, Grace and Jess
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? For me personally, I'm just a normal lad who works on building sites. I don't mince my words and I won't hold back.
