Luca Bish was mocked by viewers who clocked his puzzled reaction after realising he hadn’t won Love Island 2022 during Monday’s finale episode.
The fishmonger, 23, couldn’t conceal his confusion when Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti, both 27, were crowned the winners, while his girlfriend Gemma Owen, 19, clapped politely as they accepted second place.
Sharing the screengrab to Twitter, fans of the show joked Luca, who has sparked a viewer backlash of late, would soon be asking for a recount, while questioning whether he ‘actually thought he would win’.
‘Did he actually think he would win?’ Luca Bish was mocked by viewers who clocked his puzzled reaction after realising he hadn’t won Love Island 2022 during Monday’s final
They wrote: ‘WHY THE F**K HE PULLING THAT FACE DID HE ACC THINK HE WOULD WIN,’ and, ‘Luca asking to talk to a manager about a recount.’
Others added: ‘Luca got humbled by Ekin-Su and Davide’s win. The satisfaction is real,’ and, Luca is going to sit us down and ask us why we didn’t vote them.’
‘Here we go again, are you serious why can’t Luca just be happy for Ekin and Davide for the rest of the show at least.’
More chimed in with: ‘IM FRAMING THIS AND HANGING IT IN THE LOUVRE,’ and, ‘Luca thinking he had the win in the pocket lmao.’
Deserving: The fishmonger, 23, couldn’t conceal his confusion when Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti, both 27, were crowned the winners
The awkward moment comes after Luca’s family once again defended him after viewers slammed him for his ‘overreaction’ towards discovering his fellow Islanders had voted for him to go in the public vote.
The Brighton native’s family said he had stayed ‘true to himself’ and that he had simply been ‘honest with his emotions’.
Luca had been criticised by a number of viewers for becoming enraged after learning that he and Gemma had been voted for as least compatible couple.
After being saved, he sat down at the firepit and muttered to Gemma: ‘Ooh I’m gonna have some fun tonight,’ suggesting he was about to kick off.
Later, Luca said: ‘The people I voted for I don’t give a f**k’, adding that he sounded ‘angry’ because: ‘F**king all I know is how good me and Gemma are, but then three of you voted for me.’
Questioning: In Sunday’s meet the parents episode, Luca asked his parents what they thought of his behaviour – amid a viewer backlash
Behaviour: On Sunday night’s episode, the fishmonger’s parents hinted how they were less than impressed with how he treated fellow islander Tasha last month
Viewers at home blasted Luca for his reaction, saying it was both over-the-top and hypocritical, after he had called out Tasha for being upset over being in the bottom and also voted for his fellow Islanders.
One said: ‘Luca so bitter that he was voted for when Davide doesn’t even care that everyone voted for them. It’s a game show. Not that deep.’
A second echoed: ‘luca is such a baby omg how is this a whole grown adult??? like hours after his mum said he needs to watch how he reacts to situations’.
Someone else argued: ‘Remember when Luca got angry at Tasha for being upset about being in the bottom 3 and said it shouldn’t matter because her and Andrew are together and that’s all that matters. And now look at his behaviour tonight. Complete and utter hypocrite.’
Taking his side: Luca’s family defended him after viewers slammed the fishmonger for his ‘overreaction’ towards discovering his fellow Islanders had voted for him to go in the public vote
Supportive: The 23-year-old’s family said he had stayed ‘true to himself’ and that he had simply been ‘honest with his emotions’.
Taking to his Instagram Stories, his family took his side and screenshot a comment from a fan supporting Luca.
The comment said: ‘Can’t believe how many people lack basic skills. Luca was not upset about the votes, he was upset that no one had voiced any concerns about him and Gemma’s relationship before.
Fans were delighted as Ekin-Su and Davide clinched the title on Sunday.
In previous years, winners have picked an envelope which either has the prize money or nothing enclosed, with one person being given the £50,000 with the option to ‘split or steal’ the cash.
This year, host Laura Whitmore, 37, announced they would automatically be sharing the money as producers opted to scrap the tradition which has been in place since series one.
As the news was announced, emotional Ekin-Su jumped into her beau’s arms as they celebrated their win and speechless Davide exclaimed he ‘couldn’t believe it’.
Hilarious: Sharing the screengrab to Twitter, fans of the show joked he would soon be asking for a recount, while questioning whether he ‘actually thought he would win’
Congratulations rushed in for the genetically-blessed couple as viewers celebrated their win on social media, admitting that they thought the ‘right couple had won’.
One person gushed: ‘I knew Ekin-Su and Davide were going to win I’m so happy for them.’
While another person said: ‘I actually think Ekin-Su and Davide might be my favourite Love Island couple ever.’
A third said: ‘Congratulations Ekin-Su and Davide. The Turkish Delight and Italian Stallion have gone and won!’
Winner, winner! Congratulations rushed in for the genetically-blessed couple as viewers celebrated their win on social media, admitting that they thought the ‘right couple had won’
Before enterting the villa, Ekin-Su had reportedly told a friend how she would be ‘tempted’ to steal the whole prize pot if her connection wasn’t genuine.
Asked what Ekin thought she would do if she won she is said to have written in a text: ‘It’s a game show at the end of the day, it’s business. If it’s not genuine I’d be tempted.
‘But I’m at the right age to find the right guy. I know what I’m looking for. I want to find The One.’
However judging by appearances, Ekin-Su certainly seems to have found the one as she gushed over her new boyfriend.
Ekin-Su said of making the final two on this year’s Love Island: ‘It feels so surreal finding the man of your dreams and just growing.’
Speaking about what she liked most about Davide, she added: ‘Apart from the perfect body, I would definitely say there was an instant spark and a genuine butterfly feeling.’
She also summed up their relationship as ‘absolutely bonkers’, while Davide said he ‘couldn’t believe it’.
Earlier in the programme, Indiyah Polack, 23, and Dami Hope, 26, were awarded third place on the dating programme ahead of Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page who finished narrowly behind them in fourth place
Woo! Host Laura Whitmore wrapped her arms around Davide and Ekin-Su following their win
LOVE ISLAND 2022: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
Paige Thorne
Name: Paige Thorne
Age: 24
Location: Swansea
Occupation: Paramedic
Who is their type on paper? ‘In Swansea there is just no-one I can find.
‘I haven’t got to swipe. So, hopefully they can just come to me now!
‘I came out of a relationship and I was just so done with guys. Then I was like, ‘Ok, I’m bored now’
Indiyah Polack
Name: Indiyah Polack
Age: 23
Location: London
Occupation: Hotel waitress
Who is their type on paper? ‘It’s quite hard to date without being influenced by social media and stuff like that.
‘Love Island is a great place to get to know someone one-on-one.
‘I don’t think I have ever been out with two guys who are quite the same.’
Tasha Ghouri
Name: Tasha Ghouri
Age: 23
Location: Thirsk
Occupation: Model and dancer
Who is their type on paper? ‘My dating life has been a shambles.
‘This is an opportunity for me to find ‘the one’ and have a great summer at the same time.
‘I’m definitely ready for a relationship. I’m 23 now so I’m ready to get to know someone and travel with them.’
Gemma Owen
Name: Gemma Owen
Age: 19
Location: Chester
Occupation: International Dressage Rider and Business Owner
Who is their type on paper? ‘I am open to finding love, I’m wanting to have a really fun summer.
‘I would say I’m fun, flirty and fiery. I think I’m good at giving advice, I’m a good person to talk to, I’m very honest.
‘If I want the same guy, I’d do it but in a nice respectful way.
Andrew Le Page
Name: Andrew Le Page
Age: 27
Location: Guernsey
Occupation: Real Estate Agent
Who is their type on paper? ‘When I’m with someone I’m very loyal.
‘I’m a good boyfriend as when I’m with someone I’m all for them.
‘I’m actually single for once, so I thought why not? This is the best time to give it a go.’
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu
Name: Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu
Age: 27
Location: Essex
Occupation: Actress
Who is their type on paper? ‘I’m quite picky and I’m not just looking for looks, I’m looking for brains!
‘I’m looking for someone with intelligence, someone who can have good chats. Nothing like cockiness!’
Dami Hope
Name: Dami Hope
Age: 26
Location: Dublin
Occupation: Senior Microbiologist
Who is their type on paper? ‘I will be talking to different girls, it might not go well with some.
‘When I’m actually in a relationship, I think it’s a star sign thing.
‘I’m an Aries but I’m very passionate – I always used to put that person first. I’m really good at being in a team’.
Davide Sanclimenti
Name: Davide Sanclimenti
Age: 27
Location: Rome (lives in Manchester)
Occupation: Business owner
Who is their type on paper? ‘A lot of English girls actually love me.
‘They love to be around me and I love to be around them. I want to find my soulmate.
‘Find my person so I can actually build something in the future, grow with them, be a family. ‘
Luca Bish
Name: Luca Bish
Age: 23
Location: Brighton
Occupation: Fishmonger
Who is their type on paper? ‘I prefer to meet girls out and about. I think when you go looking for it, it’s not as easy though, it’s like you’re too desperate for it.
‘If I think you’re the one or I like you, I’ll take you out on a date but other than that, if we talk and I don’t like where it’s going – then I won’t be throwing out dates.’
Adam Collard
Name: Adam Collard
Age: 26
Location: Newcastle
Occupation: Personal trainer
Why Love Island and why now? ‘I’m going to ruffle a few feathers when I go in.’
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