"Stand your ground” — Love Island USA fans react to Huda’s attempt to clear the air with Chelley

During the "Stand on Business" challenge in Love Island USA Episode 26, Huda Mustafa stepped up to calm things down and issue a challenge of her own. Distinguishing between devotion and friendship, she urged Chelley Bissainthe to face the embarrassing consequences of the Heart Rate challenge. Intense and intimate, the scene forced both women into awkward situations and led to a crucial on-screen stalemate.

In the week’s heated challenge, islanders were asked to read anonymous, signed notes about each other from across the villa. When a note questioned whether Huda had violated “girl code” by pursuing connections with both Chelley’s partner and Chelley herself, the atmosphere crackled with emotion. It wasn’t just a game; it was a moment built on real tension and unspoken rivalries. Huda seized the opportunity to reveal her perspective, urging Chelley to face the discomfort rather than sweep it under the rug.

Viewers flooded social media after the episode aired. While some questioned why Huda apologized, others defended her and called out Chelley. But amid the applause, there was also acknowledgment that this was more than simply trivial island drama; rather, it was a vulnerable and confrontational moment that forced both ladies to rethink what loyalty meant in stressful situations.

An admirer of Love Island USA posted,

"Why are we apologizing to Shelly? She gets dibs on every guy in the house. F*ck that huda stand your ground #loveislandsusa"

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Another fan shared,

"I feel crazy because Huda told Chelley she brought Chris back for BOTH of them to explore and she kissed her partner and now she’s apologizing for it? I’m also mad because how dare they make me defend Huda 🙄 #loveislandUSA"

"Also why should Huda have to apologize for making a connection with someone because YOURE UPSET THAT IT DIDNT WORK IN YOUR FAVOR CHELLEY?!?!?! #LoveIslandUSA,"

a tweet read.

More Love Island USA fans shared their point of view on the whole Huda and Chelley conundrum.

A viewer wrote,

"Chelley never apologized for what she did yet wanted to hear an apology from Huda who was literally made to believe that she did something soo bad and isolated her from the rest of the girls??? Please Chelley is wrong idc. #loveislandUSA"

Another comment read,

"Gaslighting Huda and not even accepting her fault Chelley stop faking ur love for Huda🤩 #LoveIslandUSA,"

“I Shouldn’t Have Done That” — Huda’s heartfelt apology to Chelley on Love Island USA

Love Island USA takes an emotional turn during the intense Heart Rate challenge in Season 7. After considering what she had done with Ace Greene, Huda Mustafa accepted responsibility and made an effort to make amends with her close friend Chelley Bissainthe. The moment signaled a change from competing to facing the repercussions.

"I will say, okay, I f*cked up and I shouldn’t have done that. I hate that I upset you, I really do and all I can say is, I’m sorry," Huda apologized.

Huda's apology was an honest acknowledgement of going too far; it wasn't a rehearsed moment. In a private conversation, she expressed vulnerability rarely seen on the show and acknowledged Chelley's pain. Other islanders had differing opinions on the attempt at reconciliation, but it showed how mature Huda was in handling the fallout. Whether this moment will mend their friendship remains to be seen, but it undeniably added depth to the show’s usual flirt-and-compete formula.

Head to Peacock to watch all the latest episodes of Love Island USA Season 7.

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Edited by Tanisha Aggarwal