Tyrique Reveals Romance with Samie Elishi, Criticizes Ciaran

Tyrique Hyde has publicly confirmed a relationship with Love Island All Stars winner Samie Elishi. He announced the news during a livestream on 26 March 2026.

Livestream revelations

Tyrique appeared on the livestream with former co-star Carrington Rodriguez. Carrington pressed him for details and Tyrique acknowledged they were seeing each other.

He said he had to “go big or go home” and that he had chosen to pursue the connection. The clip prompted reactions online, with some summarising it as “Tyrique Reveals Romance with Samie Elishi, Criticizes Ciaran.”

Public sightings and pace of the relationship

The pair were recently spotted together at a football match. Sources say they have met a few times and are taking things slowly.

Insiders told Filmogaz.com that Tyrique is “mad about her” but the couple are not rushing into anything. They have been spending time together over recent days.

Former relationships and context

Samie won Love Island: All Stars with Ciaran Davies. The couple split about three weeks after the spin-off ended in February 2026.

Tyrique rose to fame on Love Island in 2023. He previously dated Ella Thomas, but they split in early 2024.

What sources say about Samie and Ciaran

People close to Samie say she and Ciaran decided they were better as friends for now. A source explained they struggled to connect once life outside the villa resumed.

Those close to the former couple say neither has spoken badly of the other. They added that a friendship remains possible in future.

What this means for both stars

The new pairing will draw attention given both stars’ recent reality TV history. Tyrique has been open about his attraction since Samie’s time in the villa.

Fans and observers will watch how the relationship develops. For now, both are keeping things low-key and gradual.