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Cierra Ortega | Source: Getty Images
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Cierra Ortega Speaks Out After Leaving 'Love Island USA'

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Jul 10, 2025 - 08:22 A.M.

Cierra Ortega left "Love Island USA" with little explanation. Days later, the media personality returned — not to the villa, but to social media — with a message that's raising eyebrows.

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Former "Love Island USA" contestant Cierra Ortega has addressed the controversy following her sudden departure from the show. The 25-year-old content creator left the Fiji villa during the July 6 episode, with the show citing that a personal situation led to her exit.

Cierra Ortega on the set of "Love Island USA" | Source: Getty Images

Cierra Ortega on the set of "Love Island USA" | Source: Getty Images

However, her departure came just days after past social media posts resurfaced, revealing her use of racial slurs. The incident sparked online backlash and raised questions about her presence on the show.

On July 9, Ortega shared a video and written statement on Instagram. She explained that she had returned to the United States two days earlier and waited until she was ready to speak calmly and clearly.

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"I'm not the victim in this situation," Ortega said before issuing an apology to the Asian community. "I am deeply, truly, honestly, so sorry," she said. "I had no idea that the word held as much pain, as much harm, and came with the history that it did, or I never would have used it."

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She acknowledged that, while she had no harmful intent, ignorance does not excuse her actions. The former reality contestant also described the situation surrounding the post.

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Ortega revealed that she had shared a public Instagram Story in 2024, unaware that the language she used was offensive. A follower later DMed her and explained the slur's meaning and impact.

"In that moment, I was embarrassed," Ortega said, and her next course of action was to delete the post immediately. She concluded by taking full responsibility for her actions, emphasizing the importance of accountability and education.

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