Love Island's Angelista Gunda and Simba have confirmed they are still together after finishing third in the series 13 final. The couple, who faced several hurdles during their time in the villa, are now thriving in the real world, with Simba teasing a special celebration for Angelista's birthday.
Journey in the Villa
Angelista originally coupled up with Ope Sowande, but everything changed when Simba entered the villa. Despite a strong connection, their relationship was tested when Simba explored connections with Mica Harris and Casa Amor bombshell Mara Pirez. Upon returning to the main villa with Mara, the islanders were stunned, and Angelista's family even declared Simba "banned" from their home. However, Simba quickly ended things with Mara and reconciled with Angelista, strengthening their bond.
Post-Final Updates
Speaking to host Maya Jama after the final, Simba said: "It's mental. It's surreal to even be here, you know. Just surrounded by everyone, seeing everyone's faces, all the other old islanders as well, feeling all the love. Genuinely it's a very happy moment." Angelista added: "I didn't think I would be here to be honest. Even when it got to The Heart Rate Challenge, I was like, 'oh I'm still here for this'. And then it got to Casa and I'm like, 'oh I'm still here for this'. How am I still here?"
Simba also revealed he had "something big" planned to celebrate Angelista's birthday, which fell the day after the final, indicating their relationship remains strong.
Voting Statistics
After the live final, the voting figures showed that Angelista and Simba were incredibly close to securing second place. Winners Lorenzo Alessi and Julia Majchrzak commanded nearly half the total votes, but the race for runner-up was tight. Kavan Murphy and Jasmine Müller edged out Angelista and Simba by just 1.1% of the votes. Fans expressed disappointment on social media, with one commenting: "damn angie and simba were so close, should’ve been 2nd!!?" Another wrote: "I wish simba and angelista at least came second or something." Former Love Island star Ciaran Davies also weighed in, saying: "3rd place is unfair, well done both ??."
Fan Reactions and Legacy
The couple became fan-favourites during the series, and their continued relationship has delighted supporters. Despite not winning, their journey captivated audiences, and they remain one of the standout couples from the season. As they navigate life outside the villa, their commitment to each other is evident.
