Love Island hunk Jacques O’Neill’s family have shared a health revelation about the star after his “rude” treatment of Paige Thorne.
Defending the 23-year-old rugby star, after backlash from how he acted during the Casa Amor aftermath, his family have spoken out.
Fans and viewers of the ITV2 reality dating show have now learned that Jacques was actually diagnosed with ADHD as a child – which might be why he “struggles with his emotions”.
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Jacques’ older sister is currently running his Instagram page, and she decided to tell followers about his health condition.
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“Jacques was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 9 years old,” she began.
“By no means is this a get-out clause for his actions but it is to show that he can fundamentally struggle with his emotions at times.
“He is an amazing person who I’m proud to call my friend/little brother.
“All the hate thrown towards Jacques doesn’t go to him directly … It comes to his loved ones who have always supported him and not just whilst he is on Love Island.
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“Love Island, although real, is still a show where the producers do have control and we see 45 minutes out of the 1440 in 24 hours.”
This comes after Jacques received a slew of backlash on social media from Love Island viewers.
The Cumbrian-born hunk kissed stunning blonde Cheyanne Kerr during Casa Amor and made her feel as though he might recouple with her.
Already coupled and going steady with Paige, when the 24-year-old brunette paramedic found out about his antics, she was heartbroken.
Remaining loyal to Jacques, Paige returned single and Jacques sat alone, making out that he had to – until Cheyanne spoke up.
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In tears and clearly distressed by what she had learned, Paige was angry that Jacques didn’t remain loyal while she did.
The pair feuded on Friday night and viewers were quick to brand Jacques “rude”.
“Jacques being so f***ing rude is not surprising, but Paige being firm actually is pleasantly surprising,” said one.
Another added: “Jacques f***ed up but Paige is still RUDE as f***.”
While a third said: “Jacques being rude and narcissistic toward Paige.”
Love Island airs next on Sunday at 9pm on ITV2
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Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
