Popular Love Island couple Josh Goldstein and
Shannon St. Claire left the villa on Day 28 after receiving the news that his older sister and reason for being on the show unexpectedly died. The two have since reunited with his family and took a couple of days to mourn before speaking out to update the fans. When Josh Goldstein entered the villa on Day 1, Shannon St. Claire stepped out as someone
interested in him. He chose her, and the two remained coupled up until their early departure from the series. Despite their close connection, they had a rollercoaster experience until Casa Amor seemingly solidified their relationship for good. RELATED: ‘Love Island’: Shannon and Josh Make
a Big Step Together, Could They Win? Shortly after becoming girlfriend and boyfriend, the couple unexpectedly announced they were leaving the villa because his older sister, Lindsey, died, and they wanted to mourn with his family. Following their exit, Will Moncada and Kyra Lizama stand as the only Day 1 pair remaining. Once they reunited with his family in Massachusetts, the couple took a couple of days to themselves before leaving a message for their supporters. In a two-minute video, they stood hugging each other while Josh
updated the fans on their current situation. He explained they returned safely and have had a “hectic couple of days” but wanted to reach out and thank their followers for their support and well wishes. Josh continued, noting they’re currently “mourning” while acknowledging the significant part his sister played in him
appearing on the series as she signed him up for the dating show. The collegiate baseball player also explained that his sister enjoyed watching his and Shannon’s relationship grow and is happy she saw that. He ended by noting, “we’re gonna be OK” before she echoed his sentiments, also adding how thankful she is for Lindsey getting him on the show so they could meet. The two were favorites to win ‘Love Island’ season 3It initially seemed that Josh and Shannon wouldn’t last long as she seemingly exhibited signs of jealousy, which he didn’t like. Additionally, his head turned when a couple of newcomers entered the house, causing Shannon to believe she couldn’t trust him. Regardless, she gave him another chance, and their relationship continued to grow, resulting in a lone night in the Hideaway Suite. They continued to get closer, evolving into a couple that viewers loved to root for as they repeatedly voted to save the pair for every re-coupling ceremony. RELATED: ‘Love Island’: Cinco Answers if He Would Date Cashay After She Exits Villa At Casa Amor, Josh admitted he did find a couple of the new girls attractive but didn’t pursue anything with them, committed to proving himself to Shannon. After they reunited, the collegiate baseball player knew he wanted to take their relationship to another level and asked her to become his girlfriend. However, they weren’t officially dating for long before leaving the villa together. If the two would’ve stayed in the villa, there’s a significant chance they could’ve won as they’ve remained coupled throughout the entire show and have both shown growth. Love Island airs on CBS. LOVE Island USA’s Josh had been tipped to win the season, but he’s now left the villa - and his reason is heartbreaking. On the August 5 episode, Josh and his new girlfriend Shannon decided to leave the show behind after a family tragedy.  Why did Josh Goldstein leave Love Island?On the August 5 episode, contestant Josh Goldstein revealed that his sister Lindsey Beth had tragically passed away. He then announced he would be leaving the island to cope with the tragedy. His new girlfriend Shannon St. Clair decided to leave with him in support of her beau. Josh had been coupled up with influencer Shannon St. Clair since the beginning of the show, and on August 4’s episode the two were whisked away on a romantic ziplining date. Whilst they were away, Josh asked the 25-year-old to be his girlfriend. As the show’s only official couple, the duo were odds-on favourites to win the show - and the $100,000 prize money. 🌴 Read our Love Island 2021 live blog for the latest updates What has Josh said about his sister's death?The August 5 episode started off normally, with the islanders playing games to welcome the villa’s newest arrivals and being treated to a slumber party by producers. But the next morning, the villa awoke to find Josh and Shannon’s bed empty. The couple had both been woken in the middle of the night by producers, who were forced to break the tragic news off-screen. The next morning Josh gathered together his fellow islanders to explain the situation. “I just wanna tell you guys that me and Shannon are going home today,” the 24-year-old baseball player said. “My sister passed away last night.” Josh added that it was his sister that inspired him to apply to the show, describing her as “an unbelievable person.” He credited her with ensuring he met the love of his life - Shannon. The baseball player also explained that his sister’s death was “unexpected”, and that he needed to head home to help support his family during this difficult time. “I just want to let you guys know that I’m so grateful to have met all of you,” Josh told his co-stars. It's clear from Josh's Instagram that he was very close to his sister. In 2018, he posted a shot of them together for her birthday, writing "Congrats for being a quarter century old... much love for you sis". In response to the devastating news, the official Love Island twitter shared their sympathies, tweeting "We send our love and condolences to Josh and his family from all of us at Love Island." Most read in Entertainment |
Why did Josh and Shannon leave Love Island
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