LOVE Island stars Ekin-Su and Curtis Pritchard have ended their relationship - three months after hooking up on All Stars.
The finalists of the hit reality-dating spin-off had sparked concern they'd broken up earlier this month when dancer Curtis, 29, didn’t attend a recent celeb-packed event with Ekin, 30.
And now, fans' nightmares have become reality after Ekin-Su shared a statement on social media confirming they had parted ways.
She said: "I wanted to share that Curtis and I have decided to go our separate ways.
"It's been a really tough decision, but one made with a lot of love and respect for one another.
"He's an incredible person and I'll always cherish the memories we made both in and out of the villa.
"Thank you all so much for the love and support over the past few months.
"We're both focusing on navigating this transition and would really appreciate privacy during this time.
"Love always, Ekin-Su xx."
Hours later, Curtis also put out a statement on social media.
In a message shared with his fans on social media, he wrote: "Just a quick note to say thank you so much for all the kind messages — it really does mean the world.
"It’s true, Ekin and I have decided to go our separate ways. Breakups are never easy, but I’ll always be grateful for the laughs, the adventures, and the memories (especially the dance routines).
He continued: "She’s an amazing woman and I’ve got nothing but love and respect for her."
The statement concluded: "I’ll be keeping busy with work,boxing, dancing, and working with the team on FINT. Lots of love, Curtis x"
FANS REACT TO SPLIT
Fans have started to react to the couple's split already, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts.
"As much as I love ekin, I didn't really think they were going to last tbh," said one person on X.
Another added: "nah not ekin and curtis splitting up," complete with a broken heart emoji.
On Reddit, one person said they are "not surprised by the breakup", adding: "I never really brought into their relationship and it always came off awkward and forced to me in the little I saw them."
While someone else said: "Stunned, heartbroken and bereft by this Ekin and Curtis news."
And a third wrote: "Eh, not shocked at all. didn’t see em lasting anyways lol."
HINTS THEY HAD SPLIT
Ekin previously hinted at trouble in paradise when she failed to mention Curtis when asked about love during an interview.
She said: “Love, for me, is a deep bond, trust and being able to be completely yourself with someone...
“Love enables both individual development and growth together.
“I find peaceful, safe and unexpected love valuable. This is exactly the definition of love for me.”
EKIN'S SOLO OUTING
Ekin recently turned up to a star-studded event without Curtis on her arm, which was when split rumours ran rampant.
The actress and reality star oozed glamour in a white sequin asymmetric dress earlier this month.
But despite her sizzling display, fans couldn't help notice her man Curtis was absent.
News of the break-up comes just days after the pair were spotted sharing a kiss at Curtis' professional boxing debut.
