Love Island viewers have been left stunned after discovering that Mica Harris has a world-famous aunt – who happens to know Rihanna.
The student, 21, has been living in London but actually hails from the sun-soaked island of Barbados.
And back in the Caribbean, it turns out she has actually been rubbing shoulders with stars long before entering the villa – thanks to her aunt Mia Amor Mottley, the island’s Prime Minister.
The politician made history as the first woman to hold the position since the nation gained independence from Britain in 1966, and has since gained the support of some of Barbados’ most famous figures – namely, pop icon Rihanna.
Before she entered the Love Island villa earlier this week, Mica revealed she was actually introduced to the We Found Love hitmaker, 38, during a surprise visit to her home.
She told reporters: ‘She was staying two houses down from my grandparents and my aunt was taking me to see them.
Fans have been left shocked after discovering that Love Island star Mica Harris, 21, has a famous aunt
The student’s relative is Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, who happens to be friends with Rihanna (the pair are pictured together in 2019)
Mica’s aunt and Rihanna are pictured together at a ceremony in Barbados in November 2019
‘But then we turned up outside this house I didn’t recognise and Auntie Mia said, “surprise, you’re meeting Rihanna”.
‘She’s the loveliest person. She really is the people’s princess and it’s lovely when she comes to Barbados because she goes full Bajan.’
The islander – who also met media mogul Simon Cowell through her relative – describes Miss Mottley as an ‘inspiration’.
Mica added: ‘She’s so graceful and how she will literally talk to anyone. The way she carries herself as well, I’ve definitely seen and taken inspiration from that.
‘My family is full of very strong women and I’m very lucky and blessed to have been raised around these types of women.
‘It’s definitely moulded the way I go about my life entirely – including dating. I have very high standards.’
Mica’s link to the political figure left fans shocked, with many reacting to the news on X.
One wrote: ‘Mica’s aunt is the Prime Minister of Barbados. She looks so much like Shine Rosman.’
Mica has endured a far from plain-sailing start to life in the Love Island villa
Fans took to X when they learned about Mica’s world-famous relative
Another quipped: ‘Mica!! her aunt is the prime minister of barbados.’
Before a final fan posted: ‘Mica is Rich Rich uptown Barbados.’
After entering the villa on day one, Mica coupled up with model Samraj Toor, though fans feared she could be left hurt after sparks flew between him and Jasmine Muller.
But in a dramatic turn of events during Wednesday’s episode, Samraj was dumped from the island alongside Ellie Chadwick after the pair were picked by George Chadwick and Yasmin Hadlow.
Yet, in tonight’s episode, it transpired that Ellie and Samraj had actually secretly been led to the hideaway ready for dates with new bombshells Kavan and Priya.
Kavan, it turned out, is actually OG islander Aidan’s younger brother.
Later, as the quartet arrived back to the villa, the islanders were left in utter shock at the savage twist.
‘Oh my god, no way my brother’s here’, Aidan shouted across the villa in complete shock as he saw Kavan.
‘I have no words, my brother [walked in] and then obviously Ellie behind as well. I’m speechless’, he added.
Viewers at home were left in hysterics as they watched the drama unfold and thanked Love Island producers for ‘bringing the tea’ this season.
One user wrote: ‘The Love Island producers are coookkiinnn right now. #loveisland.’
Another said: ‘I was thinking omg he looks like Aidan. The producers are MESSY and I’m here for it! #loveisland.’
A third penned: ‘I knewww Aidan and Kavan were brothers wtff, love this twist.’
LOVE ISLAND 2026: MEET THE ISLANDERS
Jasmine
Age: 27
Job: Fashion Business Owner
From: Dubai (lives in London)
How do you plan to handle the competition? ‘Respectfully, what competition?’
Aidan
Age: 23
Job: Property Broker
From: Kent
His type on paper: ‘I wouldn’t say I have a strict type on paper. Personality is the most important thing for me.’
Lorenzo
Age: 28
Job: Business Owner
From: Hertfordshire
Are you here for the drama, or is finding love your only goal? ‘I think drama is fun! As long as no one is crying, all is fair in love and war. It’ll be interesting to see what unfolds…’
Sam
Age: 25
Job: Electrician
From: Dudley
How do you plan to handle the competition? ‘I’ve never really had to compete before, so it’ll be interesting. I know what I bring to the table, and I’m confident in what I have to offer.’
Samraj
Age: 25
Job: Model
From: Birmingham
What’s your relationship strategy? Go straight for the goal or play it safe? ‘Without sounding arrogant, in the outside world I don’t really chase that much, I’m used to girls coming to me.’
Sean
Age: 25
Job: Primary School Teacher
From: Galway
How do you plan to handle the competition? ‘If I see someone I like, I’m going for it and nothing’s gonna stop me.’
George
Age: 28
Job: Professional footballer
From: Winchester
His type on paper: ‘Tanned brunettes, quite minimalist looking, not much make up, dresses really well, funny, charismatic, all of that stuff.’
Yasmin
Age: 23
Job: Recruitment Consultant
From: Kent
How do you plan to handle the competition? ‘There is no competition. I am a girl’s girl, but when it comes down to what I want, I’ll have to go for it!’
Ope
Age: 27
Job: West-End Performer
From: Lincolnshire
How do you handle the competition? ‘No one phases me. I’m so confident in my ability to just do my thing. I don’t get phased, I don’t get impersonated, I don’t get threatened.’
Mica
Age: 21
Job: Student
From: Barbados (lives in London)
Are you here for the drama, or is finding love your only goal? ‘I’ll dabble in both I feel. Obviously the whole point is finding love and that’s going to be my main goal. I’m not saying I’m going to start drama but if there is drama going on, I would obviously be a little bit nosey and want to know what’s going on.’
Lola
Age: 28
Job: Detective
From: Kent
If VAR reviewed your flirting game, what foul would earn you a red card? ‘I can be a bit of a brat, I get really hangry! If you just feed me, I’ll be alright.’
Angelista
Age: 24
Job: Nurse
From: Staffordshire
What kind of person are you hoping doesn’t walk through the villa door? ‘Someone who wants to be in everyone’s face all the time, centre of attention all the time, that’s an ick! Someone that’s obnoxious I don’t like.’
Ellie
Age: 24
Job: Real Estate Videographer
From: West Lothian
Her type on paper: ‘Simple… tall, dark and handsome. If it’s not broken, don’t fix it. It’s a classic for a reason. Nice teeth, nice tattoos, partial to a blonde as well.’
Robyn
Age: 21
Job: Quantity Surveyor and DJ
From: Liverpool
In your love life to date, have you been a World Cup winner or knocked out in the first round? ‘I just feel like the right person hasn’t come yet. That’s the only reason I haven’t qualified, not because I can’t.
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