Love Island Hideaway Heats Up as Harry Chooses Helena

The Love Island villa is no stranger to drama, but the latest twist involving Helena Ford and Harry Cooksley has really shaken things up.

In a bold move, the couple sneaked off to the Hideaway, causing tensions to flare with Shakira Khan and igniting a love triangle that’s got viewers on the edge of their seats. Here’s the lowdown on their steamy adventure and the fallout that followed.

A Midnight Escape: Helena and Harry’s Risky Move

Night vision cameras caught the moment Helena and Harry quietly slipped out of the shared bedroom, leaving a fuming Shakira behind. The cabin crew member and the gold trader had been flirting nonstop, but their decision to seek some privacy in the Hideaway—a swanky suite complete with a hot tub and a king-sized bed—marked a real turning point.

“It’s the risk you’ve got to take sometimes,”

Helena whispered to Harry as they made their getaway.

Their chemistry, which fellow islander Dejon described as “undeniable,” has been a common topic, but Shakira’s patience was wearing thin after Harry had previously insisted he had “fully ended it” with Helena. It became impossible to overlook the mixed signals when Meg, Helena’s best friend, called out Harry’s contradictions.

Shakira’s Fury and the Hypocrisy Backlash

The aftermath was swift. Shakira, who had also kissed bombshell Blu Chegini in the Hideaway not too long ago, confronted Harry, saying,

“You weren’t thinking at all, Harrison.”

Viewers were quick to point out the double standard, with one tweeting,

“Shakira doesn’t have a right to be mad at Harry when she’s talking to Ben and Blu & also kissed Blu.”

The drama hit new heights during a game of Snog, Marry, Pie, where Harry shocked everyone by planting a surprise kiss on Helena, leaving Shakira looking stunned. His excuse—”There’s undeniable sexual chemistry”—only added fuel to the fire.

The Hideaway Rule Change: A Game-Changer for Drama

This season, producers tossed out the Hideaway’s invite-only rule, now letting islanders go in anytime—which has already proven beneficial. Creative Director Mike Spencer confirmed,

“If sex happens, we’ll show it. The Hideaway will be open 24 hours.”

This strategy has brought back the show’s reputation for the chaotic drama of early seasons, with fans applauding the unscripted tensions that come with it.

What’s Next for the Love Triangle?

With a recoupling on the horizon, Harry faces a tough decision: should he stick with Shakira or go after Helena? Meanwhile, Dejon has hinted that Shakira might not be the best match for Harry, telling him,

“The way you are with Helena, that’s the H I know.”

As emotions run high, one thing’s for sure—this love triangle is just getting started.