Love Island’s Jeremiah Breaks Silence on ‘Toxic’ Huda Romance, Ace’s Shade

Jeremiah Brown from Love Island USA openly addressed all the intriguing questions about his villa experience, covering topics such as his complicated relationship with Huda Mustafa, unseen moments that viewers missed on screen, and Ace Greene’s potential involvement in his struggles.

On the “Viall Files” podcast’s episode on June 25th, Jeremiah initially shared his journey on how he became a part of the popular Peacock show for the first time.

He remembered being somewhat acquainted with the show as all his sisters had watched the British version and a hint of the American one. Having walked past them while they were watching, he heard the accents and got curious, so he caught a glimpse of it occasionally.

Jeremiah’s research didn’t fully prepare him for the reality.

He acknowledged that he was well-acquainted with it, having viewed three episodes from season 6. Then, he expressed a sentiment similar to, “If I keep watching, I might unconsciously sabotage myself.

In the recently aired season 7, Jeremiah sparked conversations on social media due to his rapid romance with Huda. Though they attempted to sustain their relationship within the villa, they faced criticism off-screen for resisting opportunities to connect with others. Jeremiah was labeled as “love bombing” Huda, while some viewers were harsher in their critique of Huda’s perceived controlling actions.

Jeremiah explained on Tuesday, “From the start, it felt extremely authentic and sincere. However, things turned sour when I failed to address her unreasonable expectations at the outset. Towards the end, our communication broke down and wasn’t understood correctly.

Jeremiah admitted that his rapid bond with Huda wasn’t “beneficial” for either of them, explaining further, “When I was attempting to calm things down, she would sort of lose control. However, I now understand that in the future, delaying intimacy is a lesson learned.

Keep scrolling for Jeremiah’s biggest revelations about Love Island USA, Huda and more:

Road to Love Island

Two years ago, I relocated to LA, and shortly afterward, some producers contacted me. However, I had a girlfriend then, so I declined their offer, saying ‘I can’t do it.’ But later, after we parted ways or she ended our relationship, they reached out to me again. At that point, I thought, ‘This opportunity could help me re-engage in the industry.’

It appeared to be an exciting prospect. I’ve noticed other couples take advantage of it, and I thought, “Alright, this genuinely looks like a valid choice.

Jeremiah mentioned that the producers circled back to him when they discovered he was unattached, and he expressed admiration towards them since they took the time to confirm their initial observation.

Past Relationships

Jeremiah admitted he “didn’t have a girlfriend” until he was 23.

He shared that he would connect with a woman he was fond of for about six months, or even an entire year, without labeling the relationship. He mentioned his dislike for labels and preferred to maintain the freedom associated with it. Later, he found himself in his first committed relationship, but only a month into it, he acted unfaithfully. This behavior left him perplexed since he saw himself as a trustworthy individual.

Jeremiah credited therapy for helping him do the work after his infidelity.

In my role as a lifestyle advisor, let me share a personal confession: I found myself unable to resist the temptation, despite knowing better. I could have chosen differently, but I didn’t. The moment of weakness left me with an immediate pang of regret. Upon returning home, I confessed everything to my partner. This admission led to a temporary separation, a reunion, and eventually, a journey towards self-improvement through therapy.

1st Thoughts About Huda

Reflecting on his time in the villa, Jeremiah expressed that there was a “striking energy” between him and Huda. On their initial night on the show, Jeremiah became “nervous” and decided to focus solely on his bond with Huda rather than keeping options open.

He expressed his concern as, ‘What steps can I take to prevent her from being taken away?’ It wasn’t that he had fallen deeply in love with her at this point; rather, he wanted to safeguard their connection. He asked, ‘Shall we delve deeper into this?’ Later on, he inquired, ‘Are we going to delve deeper together?’ However, both of them made a hasty decision and became very intimate quickly. This premature intimacy put their relationship on shaky ground from the start.

Jeremiah didn’t verify during the podcast if he and Huda had a sexual relationship, however, the audience is aware that she brought up the topic prior to his departure on-screen.

Where It Went Wrong

Jeremiah shared, “Things were fantastic right up until Pancake Day. It was an incredible week, filled with intense passion. There were minor issues, but our bond felt genuine and strong. Things began to take a turn for the worse when I revealed my past relationships. She seemed to interpret this as me needing to change who I am now.

He went on to say, “I failed to stop it early. Therefore, I accept accountability. I didn’t have a conversation with her saying, ‘That’s not the kind of person I want to be.’

Signs of Trouble

After watching back the episodes, Jeremiah questioned how much Huda spoke about herself.

He commented that she seemed quite self-absorbed, as he observed during their conversations. This is why he decided to distance himself, since she rarely showed interest in learning more about him.

What Viewers Didn’t See

Jeremiah recounts that he and Huda engaged in extended discussions off-camera, as he recalled, “We spent a significant amount of time discussing her daughter during our date, then continued the discussion on the pink couch for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Unfortunately, things took a turn for the worse later on, preventing us from continuing that conversation.

A Shift in Their Relationship

After America chose to team me with Iris, Jeremiah expressed, “It seems they can sense my feelings without me explicitly stating them. However, I don’t want my ego controlling the situation.” He continued, “We talked for about two or three hours. During this conversation, I was expressing my apologies for not being present, and she was simply sharing that she has been hurt throughout our relationship.

He went on to say, “I planned to express my apologies, acknowledge your emotions, and then aim to shift the situation from discord to resolution – or at least take steps towards it.

Breaking the Rules

Jeremiah shared that it’s important to follow the rule of staying in our own beds at night, explaining that he often came close to getting into trouble due to disregarding this rule.

The Boys Clique

Some were taken aback by Jeremiah’s departure, but he confessed that during the first week in Fiji, he had already sensed a group starting to rally against him.

Occasionally, the group would temporarily break up, only to find themselves in another predicament, returning to their old ways. And I’d think, “Oh no, I thought we had moved past this.” During those times, Nic and I had numerous meaningful conversations about our friendship beyond these incidents.

Jeremiah was “caught off guard” that his friends sided with Ace when it came to voting him out.

I had assumed Nic was loyal, but his actions suggested otherwise. Initially, I was upset when I returned to find that my alliance seemed to have shifted, but in hindsight, it made sense for them to vote me out since they saw me forming a new bond. At the end of the day, this is just a game show, so they made a strategic decision, but it still felt like a betrayal.

Fan Theories About Ace

Jeremiah described Ace as the “key figure guiding the discussions” in the villa. He voiced opinions suggesting that Ace played a significant role in his departure, stating, “I was merely informed, ‘It wasn’t personal and I appreciate you.’ I didn’t receive a single direct explanation as to why they chose to eliminate me.

There was also speculation that Ace wanted Jeremiah gone because he had a crush on Huda.

Jeremiah observed, “He kissed her during the blindfold contest, making it clear to me. I can understand his fondness for chaos. However, there might be some truth to it.” He continued, “I believe he was taken in the initial challenge and possibly didn’t like me because he had been taken from Chelley, whom he seems to favor. That could be the root of it all.

2025-06-26 01:00