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'Love Island USA' Contestant Cierra Ortega Apologizes for Racial Slur After Exit


Cierra Ortega has addressed her dramatic exit from "Love Island USA" after outrage erupted over her past racist posts resurfacing during filming -- and says she agrees with production's decision to give her the boot.

Published July 10, 2025 5:35 AM PDT

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