LOVE Island star Jacques O’Neill will return to the show this weekend to “discuss” his journey – which saw him quit the Mallorca villa.
Rugby player Jacques, 23, walked off the hit series just a day after getting back together with his partner Paige.
Love Island star Jacques O’Neill will return to spin-off show After Sun on Sunday
Jacques left the villa following an emotional reunion with Paige Thorne
He quit Love Island’s eighth series after the additional arrival of bombshell Adam Collard from series four who has appeared to turn Paige’s head.
Bosses have now confirmed he will star on spin-off programme After Sun, hosted by Laura Whitmore, this Sunday.
Love Island’s executive producer Mike Spencer told Deadline: “We respected his decision to head home but I think he’s excited to be on Aftersun on Sunday to discuss his journey.”
Mike added: “Jacques is amazing.
“We love Jacques. When you date, your emotions are naturally up and down.
“Finding love is not a simple thing, that’s why the show is so relatable.
“Jacques was on his own journey and he had a strong connection with Paige but sometimes you have to think about yourself and that’s what Jacques did.”
At the time of Gemma Owen’s ex’s exit, a spokesman announced: “Jacques has made the decision to leave the villa.
“He will explain his reasons to the Islanders during tonight’s episode.
“We fully support his decision and look forward to seeing what’s next for Jacques.”
Jacques had broken down in tears after admitting he regretted ‘cheating’ on Paige with Cheyanne Kerr, 23, during Casa Amor.
He snogged the blonde beauty in bed and made her believe they would recouple after finding a “connection” while his other half was away.
In the end he decided to stick with Paige, who also returned home to the villa alone.
He walked off the show a day after getting back with Paige
Show bosses have promised Jacques will ‘discuss his journey’ on After Sun
Jacques vowed he would wait for Paige on the outside world
