In a recent turn of events, a contestant from Beaverton, Oregon, was removed from the popular reality show ‘Love Island USA’ before the season premiere. Vasana Montgomery, who owns Vanity Square Studio in Salem, faced removal after videos allegedly showing her using a racial slur came to light.

Allegations and Removal

NBC News reported that Montgomery would not appear on the show following the emergence of these videos. Peacock, the network behind ‘Love Island USA,’ confirmed that the videos, which purportedly show Montgomery using the N-word, were not publicly available until after the cast was announced. The videos circulated on social media, with one showing Montgomery singing along to a song containing the word and another capturing her during an arcade game incident.

Impact on the Show

‘Love Island USA,’ a U.S. version of the British series, has gained significant popularity. The show features singles, referred to as ‘bombshells,’ who form romantic connections over six weeks. Montgomery was initially introduced as one of the 12 cast members for Season 8, which premiered on Tuesday night.

This incident highlights the increasing scrutiny reality show contestants face as fans and viewers delve into their backgrounds, often through social media platforms. The removal of Montgomery underscores the network’s stance on maintaining a certain standard of conduct among its participants.

Original reporting: KGW Portland — read the source article.