‘Overwhelmed’ Laura Anderson asks fans if they ‘would prefer her not to post’ amid Dubai backlash

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 Laura Anderson

by Marianna Manson |
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Love Island 2018 star Laura Anderson has taken to her Instagram Story to ask fans whether they would prefer it if she stopped posting from her trip to Dubai.

FINALLY, someone gets it.

Laura is one of the scores of reality stars currently holidaying in the UAE as Britain is plunged into its’ third lockdown.

Laura Anderson
She was visibly upset in the video ©Laura Anderson IG stories

And while most of them are purporting to be away for “work”, it hasn’t stopped them facing backlash from fans over their “tone deaf” content.

Now former flight attended Laura, who used to be based in the country, has come under particular fire from angry followers after moaning about not being able to go to the gym.

Taking to her stories last night, Laura wrote, “[I] had to turn off my comments, I got a bit overwhelmed.

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Love Island 2018 jobs before the show- Heat/Radio slider version

Adam Collard1 of 38
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Adam Collard

Before going on the show and dating Kendall, Rosie, (almost) Megan, Zara and Darylle, Adam was just a 22-year-old personal trainer and gym director from Newcastle.

Dani Dyer2 of 38
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Dani Dyer

Her dad is the infamous Danny Dyer - aka Mick Carter - but before the show, Dani (who won alongside Jack Fincham) was a 21-year-old barmaid from East London.

Dr. Alex George3 of 38
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Dr. Alex George

He was unlucky in love during his time in the villa until Alexandra Cane caught his eye, but outside, Dr Alex was living his best life as a 27-year-old A&E doctor from Carmarthen, West Wales.

Eyal Booker4 of 38
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Eyal Booker

After leaving the villa, Eyal said he wants to kickstart his music career. But before becoming a reality TV star, Eyal was a model from London.

Hayley Hughes5 of 38
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Hayley Hughes

She infamously didn't know what Brexit was (remember: does that mean we won't have any trees?) but Hayley was actually a 21-year-old model from Liverpool.

Jack Fincham6 of 38
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Jack Fincham

He fall in love with Dani Dyer, however the pair sadly announced their split in April 2019. Pre-Love Island, however, Jack was a 26-year-old stationery sales manager from Kent. Yup. He sold pens. (Did you honestly not know that?)

Kendall Rae-Knight7 of 38
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Kendall Rae-Knight

She was the first to leave the villa after Adam shockingly picked Rosie over her. Before that, Kendall was a 26-year-old retail manager from Blackpool.

Laura Anderson8 of 38
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Laura Anderson

Laura knows what she wants and isn't afraid to ask for it! It's no wonder before Love Island she was a 29-year-old cabin crew member from Stirling in Scotland.

Niall Aslam9 of 38
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Niall Aslam

Niall surprised everyone when he quit the show after a few weeks, but later he bravely spoke out and revealed he has Asperger syndrome.We miss seeing him on our TV screens and wonder if the young student and construction worker from Coventry will go back to his day job?

Samira Mighty10 of 38
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Samira Mighty

Before going on Love Island, 22-year-old Samira was a West End performer from London. During her time in the villa it was reported that she was 'being sued' for quitting her theatre role just days before joining the show. She was in a relationship with Frankie Foster, who she met in the villa.

Wes Nelson11 of 38
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Wes Nelson

Wes dated Laura and swiftly (literally the exact same day) moved onto Megan. Outside of the villa, the 20 year old was an electrical and nuclear systems design engineer from Staffordshire. Surprised? We were.Wes and Megan have now split.

Rosie Williams12 of 38
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Rosie Williams

Despite being unlucky in love with Adam, who left her for Zara, Rosie was a 26-year-old solicitor from South Wales before Love Island.

Georgia Steel13 of 38
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Georgia Steel

She caused a lot of drama in the villa, and it shouldn't come as a surprise because Georgia was a 20-year-old performing arts student from York.

Josh Denzel14 of 38
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Josh Denzel

After moving on from Georgia in Casa Amor with Kaz Crossley, viewers were less than impressed with Josh (we don't blame them tbh). The two happily left the villa in a relationship, however later split. Before all the Love Island dramz, Josh was a 26-year-old sports presenter from North London.

Megan Barton Hanson15 of 38
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Megan Barton Hanson

She's been branded Muggy Megan following her time in the villa, but before that she was a 24-year-old model from Essex. During her pre-Love Island career, Alex actually kissed Megan during a music video.

Charlie Frederick16 of 38
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Charlie Frederick

He wasn't on the show that long following his 'relationship' with Hayley, but outside the villa Charlie was a 23-year-old model from Plymouth.

Zara McDermott17 of 38
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Zara McDermott

She managed to turn bad boy Adam into her actual boyfriend AND he confessed he loved her on national TV. During one of her first scenes on Love Island Zara, who was 21 years old at the time, revealed she was a government advisor from Essex.

Ellie Brown18 of 38
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Ellie Brown

She's cute and fiery (remember that row she had with Georgia?) but Ellie was actually a 20 year old business development manager from Newcastle before the show.

Jordan Adefeyisan19 of 38
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Jordan Adefeyisan

He wasn't in the villa long (bless him) but Jordan was a 23-year-old model from Stockport.

Kazimir Crossley20 of 38
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Kazimir Crossley

Kazimir was 23-year-old make-up artist from London pre LI, and has actually worked with Stormzy and former Love Island stars Chris Hughes and Kem Cetinay.

Frankie Foster21 of 38
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Frankie Foster

He coupled up with Samira in the villa, but before it all started, Frankie was a 22-year-old business management student and fitness coach from Cheltenham.

Darylle Sargeant22 of 38
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Darylle Sargeant

She comforted Adam shortly after Zara left, but it wasn't to last. Nevertheless, Darylle was a 24-year-old eyebrow technician from Watford.

Dean Overson23 of 38
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Dean Overson

Poor Dean didn't find love in the villa (Megan picked Alex over him) but before all that, he was a 25-year-old car sales executive from Burnley, if you're interested.

Charlie Williams24 of 38
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Charlie Williams

We really thought Adam would pick Charlie to go back to the villa, but if you fancy dating the 24-year-old bombshell she's a tanning shop assistant from Bath.

Charlie Brake25 of 38
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Charlie Brake

Charlie was coupled with Ellie for some time, and one thing we'll never forget about the 23 year old was when he revealed that he doesn't have to work. He's a SOCIALITE from Chelsea in London, with a very fancy house and multiple cars.

Savanna Darnell26 of 38
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Savanna Darnell

She wasn't on the show for that long, but Savannah was a 22-year-old singer and dancer from Sheffield, pre-Casa Amor.

Alex Miller27 of 38
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Alex Miller

He came into the villa and was on a mission to couple up with Megan. Unfortunately, Alex was booted out of the villa (and Megan moved quickly onto Wes). Before this, he was a 28-year-old structural glazier from Essex. More recently, Alex has taken his career in a very different direction.

Grace Wardle28 of 38
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Grace Wardle

After her rocky time with Dr Alex and then getting to know new Jack, Grace was forced to leave the villa because she didn't get enough public votes. During her time on the show she said she'd like to work in a hospital, but the 25 year old was actually a hairdresser from London.

Jack Fowler29 of 38
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Jack Fowler

He's arguably one of the hottest Love Island contestants from this series (if not ever). But before capturing our hearts, Jack was a 22-year-old semi-professional footballer from London.

Ellie Jones30 of 38
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Ellie Jones

Jack's ex-fling Ellie came into the villa and caused a stir with our favourite Love Island couple, but before that she was actually a 22-year-old customer service and office administrator from Kent.

Alexandra Cane31 of 38
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Alexandra Cane

Make-up artist Alexandra is from Hertfordshire. Once she joined the villa, she certainly caused a few heads to turn!

Idris Virgo32 of 38
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Idris Virgo

He told Laura it was Jack who kissed Georgia (LIAR) but it's a good thing no-one tried to fight 25-year-old Idris because he was actually a professional boxer from Birmingham.

Kieran Nicholls,33 of 38
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Kieran Nicholls

He may have joined the villa with Idris, but Kieran is not a professional boxer, instead the 26 year old was a personal trainer from London.

josh mair34 of 38
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Josh Mair

Josh, 21, was a professional DJ and, wait for it, bodybuilder. He said, "I DJ'ed at Zoo Project, I played on their boat party in Ibiza this summer. I've played at Birmingham musical festivals in the same line up as Stormzy." Fair.

laura crane35 of 38
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Laura Crane

'New Laura' was a 23-year-old professional surfer who had been breaking waves since she was 16. She has represented the Great Britain team and taken part in the qualifying world series two year years running. Impressive.

paul knops36 of 38
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Paul Knops

Otherwise known as Cool Paul, Paul Knops was the Love Island contestant who actually SNOGGED Britney Spears. He used to be a carpenter and is now a model. Paul hails from the seaside town of Bournemouth.

Stephanie Lam37 of 38
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Stephanie Lam

Steph was an account manager from Hertfordshire. She says about herself, 'Personality-wise, I am always up for a laugh and a bit of fun. I am a very affectionate person and I'm a loyal friend and also girlfriend.' Did someone say, LOYAL?

Sam Bird38 of 38
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Sam Bird

Sam was a fitness entrepreneur and personal trainer from Norwich. He's no stranger to the spotlight, having trained Georgia Toffolo, or 'Toff' from Made in Chelsea, before she went on I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here 2018. Sam was the head trainer at the Core Fitness gym in Norwich.

"I usually love chatting on the comments but I think sometimes it’s really hard to get your point across when so many people are so emotional and frustrated about a topic that so massively affecting the world right now."

She continued, "I would love to get my point of view out there but I’m never gonna be able to fix anything or change anyone’s view. I have a lot to say and I would never normally delete comments, but I’m trying to create a positive place on my platform at the minute."

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“So moving forward I just want know if you guys would prefer for me not to post until I get home,” she concluded. “Cuz I don’t want to make this situation worse for anyone.

“And I don’t expect anyone to understand from my situation, my point of view, it takes so long to even explain it so just let me know what you prefer.”

Hmm.

Meanwhile Laura’s villa-mate Zara McDermott was also called out after attempting to trick fans into believing she was still on UK soil by editing her holiday pics.

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