Ellie Chadwick quits Love Island after partner Finley Maddock dumped

Ellie Chadwick, a 24‑year‑old contestant from West Lothian, left the ITV2 reality dating series Love Island in the episode aired on 16 July 2026. Her departure followed the public vote that saw fellow islander Finley Maddock, her boyfriend, dumped by the other contestants. In the dramatic scenes, Chadwick announced, "I’ve found what I’m looking for," and walked out in tears, saying she could not continue without him. The exit was preceded by several threats to quit and a recoupling that briefly reunited the pair. Host Maya Jama introduced the vote results, and the episode also dumped other islanders, including Finley and Martha. Fans reacted strongly on social media, with many expressing heartbreak and praising her loyalty, while others speculated she left because no new connection was possible in the final weeks of the series.