Hannah Fields on How to Be a Girl’s Girl in the Love Island USA Villa

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Oh dear, another surprise has occurred! In yesterday’s elimination on ‘Love Island USA‘, Hannah Fields was asked to leave the villa. This decision was a combination of America’s choice for their favorite contestants and a group vote by original islanders Cierra Ortega, Huda Mustafa, Chelley Bissainthe, and Olandria Carthen. Hannah had to depart after only five days, following the departure of her initial partner Charlie Georgiou – however, connections develop quickly on ‘Love Island’, and during that time, Hannah formed an even stronger bond with newcomer Pepe Garcia.

During my conversation with Fields, she shared insights about her relationship with Georgiou and why she perceived her bond with Garcia as more mature, despite having less on-screen presence. She admits, “I really missed Charlie and the constant laughter, but when I consider the larger context, it’s like, Perhaps someone who laughs all the time isn’t my ideal partner. In the end, you want someone who will stand by you…. You need someone to depend on.” Despite her strongest connection in the villa with Pepe, she also made clear that she wouldn’t be settling in Casa Amor. Too bad we won’t get to see it!

How have things been for you since the incident?
It’s been quite challenging. To be honest, it’s been tougher than words can express. It’s a shock that still hasn’t fully settled in. I find myself in this peculiar transitional phase, as I’m not yet fully adjusted to reality, my phone isn’t back yet, and I’m clueless about what’s going on outside. All I was accustomed to was being surrounded by people constantly, waking up next to someone every day, and now it’s just solitude and introspection. But today has been better for me.
 
Have you managed to catch the series yet?
I’ve watched each episode, but I mainly focused on my scenes or those related to me, as that’s what I’m most familiar with. I don’t want to misjudge anyone else in the villa, but I felt my experience differed significantly from how it was portrayed. We had long days and they were condensed into an hour, so you only get to see a fraction of what happened. There were moments that I thought should have been included but weren’t. I felt like I came across as rather subdued, but I had strong friendships and connections.
 

1. What element would you have liked to see more of?
– My bond with Pepe was something special, and it seemed strong on-screen, but unfortunately, it didn’t receive as much attention as it deserved. My relationship with Charlie was well-displayed in the villa, but my connection with Pepe was somewhat overlooked. I believe that others might have noticed our strong bond as well. It’s disappointing because we shared some truly memorable moments, and I hoped to revisit those on the show. Additionally, I had very close friendships with several girls, including Taylor, and I wish there were more instances of our friendship shown.

2. Can you give a sense of why you believe the girls voted you off?
– I’m still trying to understand the reasoning behind my elimination. Rewatching the episodes hasn’t provided much clarity for me, which has contributed to my feelings of anger, sadness, and confusion. However, I realize that it wasn’t an easy decision for them, and they had a difficult time figuring out who to send home. All I can say is that I wish I knew what was discussed, if only to gain some insight into the situation.

3. If you had to make a choice, who would you have chosen?
– It’s challenging because I don’t know how I could have made that decision. Based on my understanding of Love Island, we’re not supposed to keep people who lack connections in an effort to help them find one. Since Austin and Amaya had two unsuccessful couples, I assumed they would be the ones going home. However, I’m aware that I can never truly know what others are thinking or how they process things. In my opinion, I felt like I had the strongest connection in the villa on more than one occasion.

You’ve always impressed me by your openness to build connections without limiting yourself, which is why it’s unfortunate we won’t see you at Casa Amor. If given the chance, how do you think you would have navigated a hurdle like that?

For me, I would’ve told the girls I wanted to test my bond within that setting, and I’d expect Pepe to do the same since we had an incredibly strong connection at that point. I was eager to speak with as many people as possible. I never aimed for safety. They’d often ask, “What if things don’t work out and you get eliminated?” My response would always be, “If I get sent home, at least I followed my heart and didn’t let others dictate my choices. I was there to find my soulmate, not just collect friends or settle for someone safe.

How do you manage maintaining friendships in the house while also looking out for yourself? This was a topic we discussed quite early on – it’s about finding and nurturing connections without causing unnecessary conflict. We understood that some people might create drama, regardless of our feelings or the situation at hand. However, to preserve our sisterhood, if you feel drawn towards someone, we encouraged: Be open about your intentions rather than giving off a vibe of secrecy or deceit. This helps us avoid any potential misunderstandings or feelings of being kept in the dark.

1. Olandria was taken aback when Belle-A mentioned having a connection with Taylor, as she hadn’t been aware of it beforehand. From the beginning, Huda made it clear to me how he felt about Pepe, which put my mind at ease about their relationship. However, I was disappointed that despite our numerous conversations, Huda didn’t inform me about her feelings, instead leaving me to find out from others. I don’t think there were any attempts to explore other women’s connections, as we each had our own, whether they were genuine or just precautionary measures.

2. When you departed, you mentioned that you still felt a connection with Charlie, but that your relationship with Pepe was growing into something more serious. Can you clarify what you meant by that?
With Charlie, our time together was filled with laughter rather than deep discussions. He had a knack for saying things that made me laugh, and we never delved into the deeper aspects of life outside the villa until the very end when he asked me to promise him future meetings. Our conversations were lighthearted and fun, without any serious or profound exchanges. We barely scratched the surface on discussing our personal lives, with only a brief mention of our dating histories.

In the initial stages of our interactions with Pepe, we delved deeply into various topics, particularly during our date. We shared a lot about our respective families, discussing both serious matters as well as light-hearted moments. Although I missed the constant laughter with Charlie, I realized that someone who laughs all the time may not be my ideal partner for more significant life events. Instead, I seek a companion who can provide support during challenging times like the loss of parents and major milestones. Someone I can rely on. While Pepe brought out a side of him that was different from our playful friendship, I questioned whether he would be there for me when things got tough.

As for reconnecting with either Pepe or Charlie outside the villa, I’ve been telling myself to go with the flow. Of course, I’m interested in rekindling my relationship with Pepe, as I believe we didn’t have enough time together. There are still many aspects of each other that I want to explore further, as our bond grew significantly within the villa. However, I try not to get too excited, knowing how quickly things can change. As for Charlie, I am open to reconnecting, but I found my connection with Pepe to be stronger at this point in time.

What impact has this experience had on your viewpoint towards yourself and dating? Prior to this, I hadn’t ventured beyond the borders of my home country. This show was the first time I needed a passport. I didn’t know until the day before that I would be a part of it, but I approached it with an open heart and mind. Through this experience, I’ve discovered many aspects about myself, including habits I wish to change. In the villa, I managed to surpass those harmful tendencies from past relationships. Being around someone who was so mature and supportive significantly altered my perception of what love should feel like.

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2025-06-29 00:54