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Love Island axing key part of show in shake-up after it was dubbed 'gross' by fans

Love Island bosses have announced that they're axing eating challenges for the first time this year after they were dubbed "gross" by fans.

The hit ITV2 show is gearing up to return on June 6 with a brand new line-up of hot singletons.

But there's one thing that won't be back, executive producer Mike Spencer has confirmed.

While answering questions during a Q&A on Reddit today, he was asked by one fan: "Why the spitting food challenges. I beg youse to stop, such a waste of food! I really think doing challenges with incentives or couple building activities would be so much better."

He replied: "We are moving away from the food challenges as previously seen so hopefully that sorts that one."

The producer was also quizzed on whether Islanders would be filmed more while they're having their meals.

Love Island are axing food challenges on the show (ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

Typically, Islanders will have a break from the cameras while eating their breakfast, lunch and dinner - unless it is part of a dating meet-and-greet or a task - and are not allowed to discuss anything related to the show.

A fan asked: "We see the islanders having breakfast together and snacking throughout the day... what do they typically eat at mealtimes? I assume you have a team of chefs on-site for the islanders and production crew. Do you all eat together?"

Fans have dubbed the challenges 'gross' (ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

He responded: "Yes this is a super popular question. So the Islanders tend to make their own breakfast and we cater for them at lunch and dinner. They have a real mix of foods, everything from lovely fresh salads to roast dinners on a Sunday! Even in that heat they still have a roast dinner."

Many fans also questioned him on whether this year's line-up would be more diverse this year following criticism during previous years.

The fan asked: "Will there be an attempt to feature actual diversity (Asians, for one, and not just South Asians) in this season and future seasons? Throwing a black person or two into a sea of whites isn’t diverse."

"We are always striving to be more diverse and representative on the show, and try to cast the net far and wide during the casting process," he replied. "Our application and casting process is inclusive to all, and we are always aiming to reflect the age and diversity of our audience on the show. The most important factor is that our applicants are single and looking for love."

*Love Island returns June 6 on ITV2

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