In a shocking turn of events, Kyle Ashman has been dropped from the much-anticipated ‘Love Island UK’ just hours before he was set to enter the villa. This bombshell comes right after ITV2 unveiled the cast for the summer 2025 series.

Initially slated to shake things up in the villa hosted by Maya Jama, Ashman's removal stems from a troubling incident linked to his past, which has led producers to rethink their lineup.

ITV released a statement confirming, "For personal reasons, Kyle will not be entering the Love Island Villa as planned." Deadline also confirmed that no contestants have entered the Mallorca villa yet, meaning the game itself remains unaffected for now.

However, excitement turned to concern when multiple sources revealed that Ashman was allegedly implicated in a machete attack. Reports from The Sun indicate that police had arrested him on suspicion of involvement in the violent incident.

Ashman has since categorically denied any wrongdoing, stating, "I fully cooperated with this police investigation and made it very clear that I had no involvement in this incident. I am not a violent person, and any suggestion otherwise is a mischaracterization."

The horrifying incident allegedly occurred in February, when masked assailants invaded a wake in Stafford, leading to chaos where a father suffered severe injuries, including nearly losing his arm, while others faced violence with a glass and a metal pole.

At just 23 years old, Ashman, a water operative from Stafford, was one of two key suspects questioned by authorities. Reports suggest ITV might not have been aware of Ashman's involvement until it was brought to attention by the press, prompting their swift decision to cut ties.

As fans gear up for drama-filled episodes, ‘Love Island UK’ Season 12 is still set to premiere in the UK on Monday, June 9, at 9 p.m. on ITV2, before making its U.S. debut on Hulu on Thursday, June 12. Stay tuned for what promises to be a sensational season!