Gabby Allen and Casey O’Gorman put on a very affectionate display as they enjoyed a surprise welcome home party at the celebrity hotspot Sheesh in London on Friday. The couple, who were crowned winners of Love Island: All Stars on Monday night, took home a £50,000 cash prize and continue to thrive outside the villa.

After returning from a trip to South Africa, Gabby, 33, and Casey, 28, were photographed sharing a romantic moment outside the lavish restaurant. Gabby, known for her bold fashion choices, wore a lace-up leather top and a matching belt mini skirt, paired with an edgy leather jacket. She completed her look with black heeled boots and a small shoulder bag with a gold chain strap. Casey, on the other hand, cut a smart figure in a white shirt and wide-leg grey jeans, styled with a pair of smart loafers.

The couple appeared to be in high spirits, flashing huge smiles and showing off their affection for each other. Gabby later took to Instagram to share that she thought they were just going on a double date with close pals and last year’s winners of Love Island: All Stars, Tom Clare and Molly Smith. However, upon arrival, she was surprised by a big party with all her friends and family.

Omgggg my bezzies are here too wtah is going on!!!!

Gabby Allen

Molly, 30, looked sensational in a cut-out black dress that showed off her toned abs and ample cleavage. She held hands with Tom, who kept it casual in a pair of faded blue jeans and a dark grey T-shirt. The group was also joined by Gabby’s brother Ethan and his girlfriend.

The show’s runners-up, Luca Bish and Grace Jackson, did not join the party as they were seen enjoying dinner with friends elsewhere in the capital. Gabby and Casey won the second series of Love Island: All Stars by less than three percent during Monday night’s live final, pipping long-time front-runners Luca Bish and Grace Jackson to the post.

On its official Instagram account, Love Island shared a graph of how the votes were split between the finalists, with Casey and Gabby securing the win with just 33.37 percent of the vote. It was less than three percent more than runners-up Grace and Luca, who finished on 30.38 percent, while Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Curtis Pritchard secured 21.74 percent of the vote. Some fans even questioned if the end result was rigged, with Gabby and Casey having been devoid of public sentiment online, as fans cited Grace and Luca’s last-minute drama surrounding texts alleging she had said she’d do anything to win.

Completing the final vote tally, Catherine Agbaje and Omar Nyame received 8.14 percent of the vote, while Elma Pazar and Sammy Root finished on 6.36 percent.

For weeks, season eight’s Luca and season 11 star Grace had been the bookies’ front-runners to win the show, garnering a strong online fanbase. Yet the tide turned on the couple in the crucial few days building up to the final after they were ‘sabotaged’ by former Islanders.

During Sunday night’s show, the axed stars returned to the villa to decide which couple would be dumped before the final. Amid their deliberations, Olivia Hawkins set the cat among the pigeons as she claimed to have seen ‘secret messages’ proving Grace only after a fake relationship.

So I’ve seen text messages of Grace just saying to someone that she’ll do whatever it takes to win the show this time from someone back home.

Olivia Hawkins

A horrified Grace denied it immediately and pleaded with Luca: ‘Baby, that is absolutely not true. I do not care about winning this show.’ Yet tensions continued as Samie Elishi, who competed with Grace for Luca’s affections, also claimed to have seen the infamous messages.

On my life, I have never written that sentence in my life. It’s b******t, and someone’s forged that, that’s not true. I am gobsmacked.

Grace Jackson

Following the episode, alleged screengrabs of the conversation began to circulate online but were not verified. Grace fumed: ‘On my life, I have never written that sentence in my life. It’s b******t, and someone’s forged that, that’s not true. I am gobsmacked.’ Olivia’s rival Harriet Blackmore was quick to chime in and told Grace: ‘She probably made it up babe, like she did with Ronnie.’ Harriet added: ‘Liv’s probably texted herself and used it as an answer. Babe, we all know you wouldn’t do that.’

This dramatic turn of events highlights the intense competition and emotional rollercoaster that reality TV shows like Love Island can create. The show has become a cultural phenomenon, drawing millions of viewers and sparking countless conversations on social media. The controversy surrounding Grace and Luca’s alleged messages adds another layer of intrigue to an already captivating series.

As the dust settles on this season of Love Island: All Stars, fans are already speculating about who might return for future seasons. The show’s ability to captivate audiences with its mix of romance, drama, and competition ensures that it will remain a staple of reality TV for years to come.

For those who enjoy the drama and excitement of reality TV, Love Island offers a unique blend of entertainment that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The show’s popularity in the UK and its growing fanbase in the US demonstrate its universal appeal. As the series continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how future seasons adapt to the changing landscape of reality TV and social media.

In the meantime, Gabby and Casey’s victory serves as a reminder that sometimes, the underdog can come out on top. Their journey from contestants to champions is a testament to their resilience and determination, qualities that resonate with viewers around the world.