As Season 7 of Love Island USA nears its finale, emotions ran high during the long-awaited Family Day. The four remaining couples were reunited with their loved ones inside the villa. This gave the islanders a rare chance to hear their families’ thoughts on their current partners and how they’ve been navigating the competition.
From reassurance to caution, families gave honest feedback on their children’s romantic decisions. It was a moment of grounding for the contestants, allowing them to reflect on how far they’ve come in the villa and what awaits them outside.
A Thanksgiving Dinner with a Twist
Following the heartfelt reunions, the Islanders were surprised with a Thanksgiving-style dinner. Around the table, they laughed, reminisced about past contestants, and spoke about their nerves heading into the final stage of the show.
However, the festive spirit took a dramatic turn. A text revealed that America had been voting for the couple they most wanted to see in the finale. The pair with the fewest votes would be sent home immediately.
Three couples—Amaya & Bryan, Huda & Chris, and Olandria & Nic—secured their spots in the finale with celebratory messages hidden under their dinner plates. The final decision came down to Chelley & Ace and Iris & Pepe.
A Bittersweet Elimination
As the two bottom couples lifted their lids simultaneously, it was revealed that Iris and Pepe were safe. Chelley and Ace were eliminated, ending their time in the villa just after becoming exclusive in the Hideaway.
Despite the disappointment, Chelley and Ace expressed contentment with what they found. “We already made our connection,” Chelley said, calling the experience bittersweet but fulfilling. Ace added, “I found the prize by getting to know her.”
Life Beyond the Villa
Now outside the villa, Ace and Chelley are ready to take their relationship into the real world. While Chelley lives in Florida and Ace is based in Los Angeles, plans are in motion for her to relocate. Ace emphasized that their exclusivity wasn’t just a villa label, stating, “Exclusive means exclusive, even in the outside world.”
Friendship, Loyalty, and Lessons Learned
The couple reflected on friendships, especially their close bond with Nic and Olandria, whom they support fully. They also addressed tension with other Islanders—like Chelley’s emotional response to Huda’s performance in the Heart Rate Challenge and Ace’s different views on love with Jeremiah.
Despite ups and downs, Chelley found comfort in reconciling with Olandria, her closest friend in the villa. Her emotional response to Olandria’s near-elimination highlighted their deep bond, one that felt like losing and regaining a sister.
Looking Ahead
As the finale approaches, Ace is rooting for Nic & Olandria and Amaya & Bryan. “Everybody deserves to win,” he said, hoping for a fairy tale ending for the remaining couples.
Though Chelley and Ace didn’t make it to the end, they left with something more valuable—a meaningful connection and the start of something real.
