Former Love Island couple Samie Elishi and Tom Clare, who captured hearts and finished in third place on the 2023 winter series, have officially called it quits. Their split, confirmed shortly after leaving the villa, continues to generate headlines as both islanders have since appeared separately on the show's All Stars spin-off.
The Beginning of the End: A Short-Lived Romance
Tom Clare and Samie Elishi coupled up during the ninth season of Love Island, which aired in early 2023. Despite a strong connection that saw them reach the final and leave the show as an official couple, their relationship faltered in the real world. They announced their breakup just one month after the series ended in April 2023.
In separate statements, both indicated the split was amicable. Samie explained that "it just wasn’t working on the outside," while reports suggested the physical distance between them and a desire to focus on post-villa careers contributed to the decision. Tom expressed his disappointment but confirmed they parted on good terms, stating he had "nothing but love and respect for her."
All Stars Appearances and Social Media Sparring
The plot thickened when both islanders returned to the Love Island All Stars franchise. Tom entered the first series in 2025 and went on to win with Molly Smith. Samie, reportedly having pulled out of that same series upon learning Tom would be there, joined as a bombshell for the second All Stars season later that year. Her pursuit of Luca Bish was unsuccessful, and she left single.
Despite their initial cordiality, the exes' relationship reportedly soured. Tabloid sources claimed they "no longer get on," with tension escalating into a public social media feud. Fans speculated about a series of pointed TikTok videos, including one from Samie with a 'So I used to date this guy' sound featuring retching noises, and a subsequent clip from Tom lip-syncing to 'Why are you so obsessed with me?'
Rumours of a Reconciliation and Final Unfollow
Brief hope for a reunion flickered in the summer of 2023 when eagle-eyed followers spotted Samie in a video that appeared to be filmed in Tom's garden. However, these rumours were short-lived. By the end of that year, both confirmed they were single and unfollowed each other on Instagram, drawing a final line under their romance.
Now, with Samie set to return to the villa for the third Love Island All Stars in 2026, the history between her and Tom remains a notable chapter in the show's legacy, highlighting the challenges faced by reality TV couples once the cameras stop rolling.
