‘We can’t have them crammed together slavering over each other!’ Love Island 2020 could be AXED as ITV bosses say they don’t want to send the ‘wrong signal’ during lockdown
Love Island 2020 could be axed as it would send the wrong signal during the coronavirus lockdown, ITV bosses have revealed.
Channel head Kevin Lygo confirmed on Thursday they may abandon plans for a summer series this year as it would feel inappropriate to have its stars ‘slavering all over each other’ while the country adheres to social distancing measures.
It comes as Kevin also ruled out talks that a new series of Love Island could be filmed in the UK, despite considering moving the iconic villa to Cornwall.
No show this year? Love Island 2020 could be axed as it would send the wrong signal during the coronavirus lockdown, ITV bosses have revealed
Kevin admitted they’re at a point when they have to decide whether to go ahead with Love Island this year.
He said ‘We’re approaching the moment of is it feasible? Will Majorca open its doors?’
The channel boss added that they wouldn’t want to send the wrong signal to viewers when the country is asked to stay and home and keep at least two metres apart’
‘What signal might it be sending out if we’re doing a show where everyone is crammed together slavering over each other, and the rest of the world is told not to go near anyone in the park?’ he added.
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