The last couple of "Love Island USA" Season 7 finale has officially called it quits.
Floridian Nic Vansteenberghe announced on social media that he and fellow islander Olandria Carthen have ended their
relationship after dating for over a year.
The Jacksonville-native took to his subscribers-only TikTok page on July 26 to confirm the news. This came after numerous reports over the weekend that the reality TV couple were going their separate ways.
"The rumors are true. I didn't want to give people false hope, so I want to clear the air," he wrote, per a screenshot shared on X. "We will continue to love each other ALWAYS. It's a sensitive, as well as a private subject, thank you for respecting our privacy."
Watch 'Love Island USA' on Peacock
The news also comes after Carthen defended their relationship in a June cover story on Cosmopolitan, saying they were keeping their relationship more private and had been spending time together despite their busy work commitments.
"We don't monetize our relationship or put it on display. If you genuinely like spending quality time with somebody, it shouldn't involve a camera every two seconds," the model told the outlet. She has not addressed the breakup publicly, as of July 28.
Did Nic and Olandria win 'Love Island USA' last year?
No. Despite being a fan-favorite and dubbed "Nicolandria," they were the runner-ups for Season 7.
How long were Nic and Olandria together?
Nic and Olandria were together for a little over a year, starting their relationship after leaving the villa.
Who won 'Love Island USA' Season 7? Are they still together?
Viewers voted for Amaya Espinal from New York and Bryan Arenales from Boston as the favorite couple of Season 7 of "Love Island USA."
Their love story bloomed late in the season, meeting in Casa Amor when they were both coupled up with other people. Following their win, they said they would be continuing their relationship outside of the villa.
However, the duo split ways in August of the same year, citing they had "two different journeys" and their "visions didn't align" after leaving the villa.
Where to stream past seasons of 'Love Island USA'
If you're feeling FOMO from missing out on past seasons of "Love Island USA," you can still binge it on Peacock.
A premium monthly plan costs $7.99 or $79.99 for one year. The Premium Plus plan, which is ad-free, costs $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year.
Is 'Love Island USA' renewed for Season 9?
While there's been no official network renewal announcement from Peacock, the reality series has actively started casting for its ninth season.
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This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Floridian 'Love Island USA' Nic Vansteenberghe announces split from Olandria
