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What started as a typical post-breakup “wish you well” Instagram story has now erupted into a full-fledged digital war. The once fan-favorite couple from Love Island USA Season 6, JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez, have officially split, and what followed was not for the faint of heart. In a matter of 48 hours, the breakup has devolved into a scorched-earth social media campaign, with JaNa’s close friend and castmate Leah Kateb launching brutal accusations against Kenny, including claims of racism and scamming.

Let’s unpack the chaos.

JaNa and Kenny’s Split: The Calm Before the Storm

TMZ broke the news that JaNa Craig and Kenny Rodriguez called it quits early Sunday morning, with multiple sources confirming that JaNa was the one who ended things. While the initial details were scarce, observant fans noticed the pair had unfollowed each other on Instagram and removed each other’s names from their bios. Soon after, their “Powerpuff Girls” besties Serena Page and Leah Kateb also unfollowed Kenny, as did their boyfriends.

Online speculation ignited. Was it a publicity stunt? Did someone cheat? But then came JaNa’s statement.

JaNa Craig Breaks Her Silence: ‘Disgusting and Disappointing’

On Sunday afternoon, JaNa Craig took to her Instagram story to address the breakup directly, and it was clear from her words that this was no mutual split.

“Hi my loves. Thank you for all your love & support. It means the world to me. As you know, Kenny and I are no longer together. Please know that I have seen all the breakup theories and none have matched up to how terrible, disgusting and disappointing it truly is. Discovering that someone you loved isn’t who you thought they were and that the relationship you thought you were building hasn’t been genuine since day one has been truly devastating.”

While she maintained grace, the tone was unmistakably raw. JaNa, who is known for her poise on and off the show, emphasized that she was a “child of God” and would be okay, but the damage was done.

 

Kenny Rodriguez’s Attempt at Damage Control

Hours later, Kenny Rodriguez tried to get ahead of the growing firestorm by posting his own response on his Instagram story.

“The past few days have been incredibly difficult. I’ve been quietly sitting with a lot of emotions and doing my best to process everything privately. Breakups are never easy, especially in the public eye. Sometimes, despite how deeply you care for someone, you come to the hard truth that the relationship was not something that could last long-term. I’ll always be grateful for the time we shared and the memories we created. I release this chapter with no ill will.”

Kenny’s statement, loaded with polished sincerity, struck a different chord, and to JaNa and her friends, it rang hollow.

JaNa SNAPS: ‘You Manipulative Liar’

Shortly after Kenny’s diplomatic Instagram statement, JaNa clapped back hard.

“@kennyrodriguez stfu you manipulative liar. You not taking accountability and telling people the type of person you really are is insane to me!! My first statement was me being nice. Do not piss me off.”

It was an unfiltered detonation. No more cryptic grace. No more polite heartbreak. JaNa made it crystal clear that Kenny’s side of the story was, in her words, “insane.”

Leah Kateb Enters the Arena: ‘Racist, Clout/Money Hungry, and a Scammer’

Then, as if the flames weren’t already high enough, Leah Kateb, JaNa’s castmate and one-third of their iconic “Powerpuff Girls” trio launched a nuclear-level attack on Kenny via her own Instagram story.

“@kennyrodriguez Put a sock in it ChatGPT headass. Tell the truth for once! Racist, clout/money hungry and a scammer since DAY 1!!!! Tryna make it seem like it’s something it’s not. Dw, our Nay is blessed & highly favored.”

This was not shade. It was a direct hit. Leah accused Kenny of being racist, financially exploitative, and fake since the day he walked into the villa. And for those wondering what “ChatGPT headass” means, it’s essentially a dig at being robotic and disingenuous aka, fake as hell.

Powerpuff Protection Mode: Friends Rally Around JaNa

JaNa hasn’t just been supported by fans. Her entire Love Island inner circle is rallying around her. Serena Page and Leah Kateb, along with their respective partners, swiftly unfollowed Kenny Rodriguez, signaling that whatever happened behind the scenes, it was serious enough to fracture friendships too.

Sources tell TMZ that JaNa’s been leaning heavily on her girls since Sunday morning and has remained surrounded by friends throughout the fallout.

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