It appears that JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez didn't exit their love island on the most amicable terms. Following their recent confirmation of a breakup after a year-long romance, several of their fellow "Love Island USA" season six contestants have weighed in on the split, alleging that Kenny's conduct was the catalyst for their separation.
From the perspective of JaNa's friend Leah Kateb, who also starred alongside the former couple in the sixth season of the reality series in 2024, the demise of their love story was reportedly tied to Kenny's lack of transparency. Taking to her Instagram Stories on July 29th, the 25-year-old directly addressed Kenny, urging him to "finally speak the truth!" Leah further accused him of being "clout/money-hungry and a scammer," claiming he was trying to misrepresent their breakup.
Their season six costar Olivia Walker echoed a similar sentiment regarding the situation. On her Instagram Stories on the same day, she mocked Kenny's version of events, stating, "Your pathetic excuse for a story is laughable." Olivia expressed her heartfelt support for JaNa, emphasizing how challenging it must be for her to endure such an ordeal. She concluded by hoping that the breakup would finally give Kenny the fame he had been seeking, calling him a "fucking loser."
Fans had begun speculating about a breakup after noticing that JaNa, 28, and Kenny, 25, had unfollowed each other on July 27th, following an appearance at David Dobrik's birthday party. The couple had been sharing videos of their fun-filled evening until 10 p.m., leading fans to suspect that something had gone awry after that point.
JaNa herself offered an insight into the reasons behind their sudden split. "Discovering that someone you loved isn't who you thought they were, and that the relationship you believed you were nurturing hadn't been genuine from the start, has been incredibly devastating," she shared on her Instagram Stories on July 29th. She added that the rumors swirling around their breakup didn't even come close to capturing the severity of her ordeal. Calling Kenny a "manipulative liar," she accused him of refusing to take responsibility for his true character.
While Kenny has yet to directly address his castmates' accusations, he has shared his thoughts on the breakup, expressing his desire for the best for JaNa. "Sometimes, despite how much you care for someone, you come to the harsh realization that the relationship isn't sustainable in the long run," he wrote on Instagram on July 29th. "I'll always be grateful for the time we shared and the memories we created." He added, "I'm letting go of this chapter without any malice, only hoping for the best for JaNa's future."
Although the exes haven't revealed what actually transpired at David's party, costar Serena Page is reminding fans to be respectful amidst the unfolding drama. "Let's remember that this isn't just a show; it's someone's actual emotions at stake," she wrote on her Instagram Stories on July 29th. "While it may be entertaining gossip for you, it's not the case for us." Regarding her loyalties in the messy split, Serena made it clear, "You all already know I'm standing behind JaNa."
