Ace Greene’s first and only solo interview since appearing on Season 7 of Love Island has exploded following his remarks about finalist couple Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe — who fans have nicknamed “NicOlandria.”
When asked of the couple’s authenticity by journalist Speedy Mormon, Ace hinted that their relationship might only be surface level. His silence and remarks left the internet in shambles, with some dubbing him a “hater” and others agreeing with his words. Offering more insight into what may have been said by Ace off-camera, Speedy hopped online to address their viral sit-down.
“I do want to say that some people may have more information than you,” Speedy reminded critics, subtly defending Ace’s claim that Nic admitted to only being physically attracted to Olandria. “They may be aware of things that transpired that you don’t know. They may have seen and witnessed things that you have not.”
Speedy went on to say, “You may see someone have an opinion on a relationship… I would say maybe, just maybe they know something that you don’t,” before abruptly adding, “Because if what I was told off camera is true….”
In the 1 hour and 11 minute video, the 23-year-old recalled to Speedy, “Going into this villa, you know, my intention was to get to know someone through and through for them,” reflecting on his journey that ultimately ended with him leaving in an exclusive relationship with Michelle “Chelley” Bissainthe.
He also admitted there was inauthenticity happening in the Villa. “I feel like going into this villa and people were asking me, ‘What’s your following?’ and ‘What do you think it’s gonna be outside of this?’ I don’t feel people [had] genuine intentions.”
When Speedy asked if Nic and Olandria’s romance was real, Ace’s silence was louder than words. Although he admitted to having “a lot of respect for Olandria,” he alleged that Nic told him he had “no romantic spark” for her, despite the two admitting they find each other attractive. On the other hand, Ace vouched for his other close friend in the villa, Taylor Williams and Clarke Carraway’s relationship.
As for the friendships he’s kept since filming Love Island, Ace revealed he and Nic are no longer close, but insisted Olandria remains a good friend of his.
Olandria seemingly responded to Ace’s comments on X with a casual, “Chile anyways… my event at Tuskeegee went amazing yesterday.” The post has since been deleted.
Nic also appeared to address the drama by posting on Snapchat after the interview dropped. When asked how his day was going, he replied, “This morning 10/10. Later in the day 4/10.”
Take a look above at Speedy addressing Ace’s remarks about “NicOlandria’s” romance being inauthentic and the couple’s suspected responses.