- Helena’s 2014 tweet calling people “foreign dckheads”* resurfaces amid Love Island drama.
- Critics accuse her of racism though some argue context is unclear.
- Her team claims the tweet doesn’t reflect her current maturity.
- ITV highlights its behavior training for Islanders pre-villa.
Love Island 2025 contestant Helena is facing backlash after an old tweet from 2014 reemerged, where she said,
“All I can hear are these fcking foreign d*ckheads.”
The post, which is still active on her dormant Twitter account (using the same handle as her Instagram), has sparked accusations of r@cism and xenophobia, especially given her tense interactions with fellow Islander Shakira in the villa.
Social media exploded after the tweet was brought back into conversation on July 9, 2025. One user tweeted,
“Hungry Helena being a r@cist, no wonder she hates Shakira. #LoveIsland.”
While some defend her by saying the comment doesn’t target any specific race (it could refer to any nationality), many see it as highly discriminatory. Reddit discussions reflect the divided opinions: one user mentioned it was “not a good look,” while another pointed out,
“We were all dickheads at 18.”
Responses From Helena’s Team and ITV
A source close to Helena responded to the uproar, saying,
“This tweet doesn’t reflect the way Helena would speak as a 30-year-old woman… She has matured a lot since then.”
ITV also highlighted their pre-villa training program, which includes topics like race, microaggressions, and acceptable behavior, noting that Islanders are kept under watch and educated to “learn from their past mistakes.”
Hungry Helena being a racist no wonder she hates Shakira. #LoveIsland pic.twitter.com/C9E07mBddT
— MK200034 (@MN456782) July 9, 2025
Why This Controversy Matters
The timing of this incident adds to the scrutiny: Helena’s conflicts with Shakira and others in the villa have already made her a divisive figure. The reappearance of the tweet raises important questions about accountability for past actions—especially for reality stars who find themselves in the limelight. ITV’s commitment to training stands in contrast to the public’s demand for accountability, leading viewers to ponder whether personal growth can truly make up for previous missteps.
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