Iris and Pepe from Love Island USA Part Ways on Instagram
Iris Kendall and Jose “Pepe” Garcia-Gonzalez have sparked speculation about their relationship status after a notable social media shift. On August 24, an observant user on X pointed out that Iris, 25, had unfollowed Pepe, 27, on Instagram.
Confirmation came later that evening when reports indicated that Pepe reciprocated the action, no longer following Iris. Attempts to reach both individuals for comments have been made.
Fans of the couple, who were finalists in season 7 of Love Island USA, expressed their concerns online. One Instagram user lamented, “I’m so upset” upon hearing the rumors of a potential breakup.
This prompted a flurry of reactions in the comments section, with one fan observing, “I thought so because she had more pics and videos of him on her page. He stopped commenting on her photos too and he was always one of the first.”
In an interview with TMZ on August 8, Pepe had previously stated that he and Iris were “both doing great,” a comment made just weeks before the recent social media developments.
During an exclusive conversation with Us, the couple had expressed their desire to reconnect with their Love Island USA exes, Thomas John “TJ” Palma and Hannah Fields. Iris mentioned her intention to speak with TJ, saying, “I feel like I definitely owe him an explanation for everything that has happened.”
Pepe also shared his thoughts on his friendship with Hannah, indicating he “definitely” wanted to reach out to her. He recalled her sentiment about leaving the villa as friends, stating, “I definitely wanna give her a call at some point, reach out and just see how she’s doing.”
On August 16, Pepe provided a glimpse into his relationship with Iris through a playful Instagram video. The couple was seen cuddling while reflecting on their feelings. In response to a fan's question, Pepe humorously remarked that he “liked” Iris depending “on the day,” adding that she only liked him on “days that end on y,” which left Iris visibly puzzled. Their banter resulted in shared laughter, showcasing a lighthearted moment between them.
