Why Love Island USA’s Olandria 'Didn't Allow' Herself to 'Feel That Spark' with Nic At First: 'I Feel So Guilty' (Exclusive)

Get a deeper look at Love Island USA Season 7’s emotional journey in this exclusive People.com story, where Olandria Carthen explains why she initially held herself back from exploring a spark with Nic Vansteenberghe during the season. She says that although there was a connection after their Soul Ties kiss, she felt guilty and chose to suppress those feelings out of respect for Nic’s then-partner, Cierra Ortega, and her own values around loyalty. The interview sheds light on how her mindset shifted once Cierra left the villa and why Olandria ultimately allowed herself to follow her heart with Nic later in the competition.