Love Island’s Joey Essex left viewers cringing as they blasted him for being ‘obsessed’ and ‘creepy’ over ex Grace Jackson after an explosive row on Sunday.
The former TOWIE star, 33, could not help but ignite a fiery showdown with the blonde beauty as he attempted to call her out for not being honest in a challenge.
Grace, 25, was asked to reveal which boy she would couple up with if she was not exploring a connection Reuben.
But after the model picked Josh, Joey was triggered and tried to imply that she still had feelings for him and would have picked him, if she was being ‘totally honest’.
‘I feel like if Grace was being totally honest she would’ve written my name,’ Joey quipped.
Love Island’s Joey Essex left viewers cringing as they blasted him for being ‘obsessed’ and ‘creepy’ over ex Grace Jackson after an explosive row on Sunday
The TOWIE star, 33, could not help but ignite a fiery showdown with the blonde beauty (pictured) as he poorly attempted to call her out for not being honest in a challenge
‘Stop trying to mix the pot, it’s so boring,’ Grace hit back.
As the game continued, Jessy Potts revealed that Joey doesn’t like her friendship with Grace.
‘He doesn’t like me being friends with Grace,’ she said.
‘It’s giving Joey’s not over the situation with Grace…you’re so bothered about it,’ Matilda Draper chipped in.
It appeared that Matilda spoke on behalf of viewers because fans flocked to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share that they believe Joey’s behaviour is ‘creepy’, he is ‘obsessed’ and is ‘still has feelings’ for Grace.
One penned: ‘Joey is OBSESSED with grace. It’s actually very creepy now.’
‘Jessy is a sweetheart and she deserves so much better than Joey! Grace cut off all ties but Joey is still clearly obsessed with her! Jessy, get rid of him and keep Grace!’
‘Idk how Jessy hasn’t gotten the ick and dropped Joey yet he’s actually obsessed with Grace and so embarrassing’
Grace, 25, was asked to reveal which boy she would couple up with if she was not exploring a connection Reuben
But after the model picked Josh, Joey was triggered and tried to imply that she still had feelings for him and would have picked him, if she was being ‘totally honest’
As the game continued, Jessy Potts revealed that Joey doesn’t like her friendship with Grace
fans flocked to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share that they believe Joey is ‘creepy’, ‘obsessed’ and ‘still has feelings’ for Grace
‘Joey is actually obsessed with grace and very much not over her lol.’
‘Joey is soooo obsessed with Grace and it’s so obvious. He needs to admit that he still likes the girl.’
‘Joey is absolutely obsessed with Grace, and he’s upset that she’s not obsessed with him too.’
It comes days after fans slammed Joey for ‘egging’ the boys on to crack on with the Casa Amor bombshells.
The couples were separated for a few days last week, with the girls heading to Casa Amor and six new boys and six new girls arriving to turn the Islanders’ heads.
And the majority of the boys took advantage, with Wil Anderson, Sean Stone, Ayo Odukoya, Trey Norman and Konnor Ewudzi all exploring new connections.
While Ciaran Davies and Joey remained the only two boys to stay loyal to their partners, Nicole Samuel and Jessy Potts.
But viewers felt Joey was playing a game, after he repeatedly encouraged the boys to crack on with the new girls.
It comes days after fans slammed Joey for ‘egging’ the boys on to crack on with the Casa Amor bombshells
The majority of the boys took advantage, with Wil Anderson, Sean Stone, Ayo Odukoya, Trey Norman and Konnor Ewudzi all exploring new connections
The TV star was vocal in telling everyone to keep their options open and cheer them on, while he has stayed sleeping outside in the daybeds.
And fans watching from home declared they have figured out Joey’s plan, saying he is purposefully ‘egging everyone on’, so that he can look like ‘the nice guy’.
They took to social media to slam him for the tactic, comparing him to last year’s Islander Tyrique Hyde, who acted similarly on the show.
They wrote: ‘Joey is definitely egging the boys on so he can come out as the nice guy.. Joey I see the man that you are; Joey sleeping good on the day beds after a long day of egging everyone on’.
‘Joey tryna be like tyrique. Egging all the boys on so he can be the good guy pls; Joey knows exactly what he’s doing… sleeping on the day beds comfy after he’s been egging half the villa to cheat’.
‘Joey egging on the boys so he looks like a saint; joey is playing the game so well omg. holding back while egging the guys on. sleeping on the day beds and talking about jessy like she’s the one??’
‘joey egging all these boys on…welcome back tyrique; Why is Joey always the instigator, egging everyone on. He’s the centre of everything and it’s so annoying’.
‘Joey is moving exactly like Tyrique did during casa. Egging all the boys on whilst he sits back thinking he’s a saint; Joey egging on the boys makes me want to burn that villa down’.
The TOWIE star has been vocal in telling everyone to keep their options open and cheer them on, while he has stayed sleeping outside in the daybeds
Fans took to social media to slam Joey, comparing him to last year’s Islander Tyrique Hyde (pictured) who acted similarly on the show
They declared they have figured out Joey’s plan, saying he is purposefully ‘egging everyone on’, so that he can look like ‘the nice guy’
‘Joey egging on everyone to be open whilst staying loyal to jessy that he’s known for 3 days lol. he will still pack his bags and go; JOEY IS THE TYRIQUE FROM LAST SEASONNN WHY IS HE EGGING EVERYONE ON’.
‘The fact that Joey is not moving mad, is surprising. He is the main villain egging the boys; Joey’s playing the exact role I knew he would play. Egging the boys on. Smh.’
‘Of course Joey, producer plant, Essex is egging the boys to “move mad” Yes Joey, you better earn your keep!!’
‘joey is moving like how tyrique was last year. just egging everyone else on, and living vicariously through them whilst he acts a saint. i see you joey’.
Joey has struggled to stay loyal to one girl through his time in the villa, first forming a connection with Samantha Kenny.
However, when his former flame Grace entered, his head was turned immediately and they shared a steamy night in the hideaway and Samantha was dumped.
But as their romance heated up, Jessy arrived and caught Joey’s eye leading to them sharing a secret kiss and Grace calling things off.
Joey has struggled to stay loyal to one girl through his time in the villa, first forming a connection with Samantha Kenny before his head was turned by former flame Grace Jackson
But as their romance heated up, Jessy arrived and caught Joey’s eye leading to them sharing a secret kiss and Grace calling things off
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: Konnor Ewudzi
AGE: 28
FROM: Cornwall
OCCUPATION: Barber
WHY LOVE ISLAND AND WHY NOW? I am ready to find somebody. I’ve been in a couple of relationships and now feels like the right time as I have learnt from past relationships. I’ll be able to pick out the red flags now.
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.
Lolly Hart
NAME: Lolly Hart
AGE: 30
FROM: Leicestershire
OCCUPATION: Long haul cabin crew
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Joey [Essex] is a similar age to me and has a good sense of humour so I think we will get on well. I worry that we are the same height but I need to stop being so picky. Konnor [Ewudzi] is also great.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m a chatty person so I’m going to just be myself, I’m not here for drama. I’m super bubbly so I know I’ll have lots of fun, I’m always up for a laugh.
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…
