Socialites, come get into this: Exactly one year after turning heads on Love Island USA Season 7, Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe aka “Nicolandria” have officially called it quits.
Sources confirmed to PEOPLE that the beloved runners up have parted ways, bringing an end to the whirlwind romance that had everyone glued since the moment they stepped out of the Fiji villa.
For everyone wondering what went wrong behind closed doors, insiders insist there wasn’t any dirty villa style messiness or messy tea involved. Instead, the relationship fell victim to the ultimate post-reality TV hurdle: real life, packed schedules, and distance. “The distance between them and their busy schedules made it challenging to maintain their connection,” a source revealed to the outlet. The source adds that “They still remain close friends. They share a deep love and respect for each other and will always support one another whenever possible,”
While Nicolandria Nation is taking the news hard, the writing was somewhat on the wall given the unrelenting pressure from fans. Olandria previously spoke out about how overwhelming the constant internet surveillance felt, making it clear she wasn’t about to perform for the timeline. “I’m never that invested in someone’s relationship, and I’m not living for the internet,” she told Cosmopolitan when addressing fans who demanded constant receipts of their whereabouts.
Calling out folks who pressed her about everything from Coachella to casual hangouts, she added, “Why does it matter if me and Nic are together? … Why are you so invested in people that don’t know you?”
Despite the breakup, there’s no denying the mark they made together. From viral brand campaigns to high-fashion red carpet moments, Nic and Olandria secured their spot in reality dating history. While fans may be mourning the end of an iconic chapter, both stars are moving forward with their heads held high, proving that sometimes knowing when to walk away with grace is the ultimate power move.