Tyrique Hyde has revealed he TURNED DOWN a huge opportunity to appear on Love Island USA — and the reason? His blossoming romance with Samie Elishi
💔 “No Love Lost”: Tyrique Hyde turns down Love Island USA for new romance with Samie Elishi
Tyrique Hyde has revealed he turned down Love Island USA because he’s dating Samie ElishiCredit: Instagram/ @tyriquehyde
He made the revelation on his live stream with Omar Nyame
In the drama-filled world of reality TV and its famously short-lived relationships, Tyrique Hyde’s latest decision has both surprised and impressed fans. The Love Island UK star has revealed that he has turned down an offer to join Love Island USA this summer, choosing instead to focus on his growing relationship with Samie Elishi.
The news came directly from the 27-year-old during a livestream with friend Omar Nyame on Wednesday night. Without hesitation, he said: “You know I turned down Love Island USA this summer for my relationship.”
A short statement, but one that clearly signals just how serious Tyrique is about his current romance — something many fans had previously questioned.
New romance and ongoing rumors
Tyrique and Samie first started dating in March of this year, not long after Samie split from her former partner Ciaran Davies — whom she had previously won Love Island All Stars with. Their new relationship developed quickly, sparking plenty of online speculation, with some even accusing Tyrique of being involved in the breakup.
However, Tyrique has repeatedly denied those claims. He has also pushed back against suggestions that his relationship with Samie is just for publicity. During the livestream, he expressed frustration over the rumors and insisted that his feelings are genuine.
Turning down a return to Love Island — the show that originally made him famous — is being seen by many as the strongest proof yet of his commitment.
From Love Island to a new chapter
Fans will still get their Tyrique fix on Love Island as he’s one of the hosts of AftersunCredit: itv
He and Samie began dating in MarchCredit: Instagram
Tyrique Hyde first rose to fame on Love Island UK season 10 in 2023. He quickly became one of the standout contestants thanks to his bold personality, honesty, and emotional openness.
He made it all the way to the final, finishing in third place alongside then-girlfriend Ella Thomas. Although that relationship later ended, Tyrique maintained his popularity with viewers.
Now, instead of returning to the villa for another shot at love, he is taking a different path: building a career in television. He has recently been announced as part of the presenting lineup for Love Island: Aftersun on ITV2.
Speaking about the opportunity, Tyrique said he was proud of how far he had come: “Being on the Aftersun panel just three years after leaving the show is a huge moment in my career. Hard work really does pay off.”
He also joked about stepping into his “presenter era” and encouraged fans to tune in every Sunday night.
A fast-moving romance in Morocco
While his career is evolving, Tyrique’s love life has also been moving quickly. After just a few months of dating, he and Samie took their first trip together to Morocco over the Easter holiday — a milestone that signaled just how fast their relationship was progressing.
It was during this trip that Tyrique officially asked Samie to be his girlfriend. Recalling the moment, he said: “I told her, ‘I want you to be my girlfriend.’”
Samie later shared her own version of the story: “I asked, ‘Is that you asking me?’ and he said, ‘Yes.’”
The simple but heartfelt exchange quickly won over fans. When jokingly asked if Samie was his “birthday present,” Tyrique smiled and agreed: “Best gift ever.”
When love matters more than fame
In a world where reality TV stars often chase every opportunity to stay in the spotlight, Tyrique Hyde’s decision stands out. Turning down a major show like Love Island USA not only shows how serious he is about his relationship, but also suggests a growing sense of maturity in how he approaches life and fame.
For Tyrique, this romance seems to be more than just another televised storyline — it’s something real that he wants to protect away from the cameras.
While the future of the couple remains uncertain, fans are currently rooting for them, hopeful that this is more than just another reality TV fling.
And perhaps, by stepping away from Love Island USA, Tyrique may have made his most important decision yet — choosing real love over fame.
