Cierra has released a statement apologising for using an ethnic slur following her exit from the Love Island USA villa.<\/p>\n
She admitted she feels “genuinely ashamed” of using the word and “doesn’t expect forgiveness overnight.”<\/p>\n
Cierra wrote: “I do not, and have never, condoned racism or the repression of any cultural group in any form. I would never intentionally use any word, especially a slur, to tear down anyone\u2019s culture or community.<\/p>\n
“When I used that word, I didn\u2019t fully understand what it meant or how much pain it carries.<\/p>\n
“I learned how deeply wrong it was when I was called out for it in 2024, and as you can see in the screenshot I shared in my video, I was genuinely ashamed and wanted to do whatever I could in that moment to make sure I never made that careless mistake again.<\/p>\n
“I know an apology means nothing without real accountability and change, and that\u2019s what I\u2019ve done my best to live up to since then and what I will continue to do.”<\/p>\n
She continued: “While I had no ill intention, I fully understand that impact matters more than intent. I don\u2019t expect forgiveness overnight.<\/p>\n
“I just hope that in time I can show that I\u2019m more than a mistake, a label, or a character on a highly edited reality show. I\u2019m someone trying to spread love and light, even when I get it wrong, and I hope my actions from here speak louder than this mistake ever did.<\/p>\n
“My experience in the villa was nothing short of magical. The memories I made and the people I met are ones I\u2019ll cherish forever.<\/p>\n
“While I\u2019m heartbroken my journey had to be cut short, I understand that mistakes, especially ones like this, deserve consequences.<\/p>\n
“Once again, to the Asian community, I am deeply sorry for my thoughtless mistake and the harm it caused.”<\/p>\n
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