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Curtis Pritchard has admitted his ex girlfriend Amy Hart 'taught me a lesson' after their painful breakup during the 2019 series of Love Island.
The reality star, 28, is returning to the show for a second chance at love as he joins host Maya Jama and a new cohort of former singletons to the lavish South African villa for the second series of All Stars.
And the professional dancer has admitted he will be returning to the show with a new perspective and is now in a different stage of life.
During his time in the villa, Curtis romanced former air stewardess Amy before dumping her to pursue his feelings for now ex-girlfriend Maura Higgins.
In a viral clip which has haunted the star since his appearance on the show, Amy begged with Curtis: 'If someone likes you they want to have a cuddle in bed with you in the morning.'
As he replied: 'I know and I also want to be the person that gets up and makes everyone a coffee so everyone is ready for the morning.'
Curtis Pritchard has admitted that his ex Amy Hart 'taught me a lesson' after THAT iconic coffee scene back in 2019 when he broke her heart as he prepares to join the Love Island: All Stars cast
During his time in the villa, Curtis romanced former air stewardess Amy before dumping her to pursue his feelings for now ex-girlfriend Maura Higgins
Amy was left brokenhearted and quit the show to escape watching Curtis and Maura as their relationship blossomed in the villa.
Speaking about the viral 'coffee clip' ahead of his All Star appearance, he admitted: 'It follows me everywhere!
'In hindsight, if I do find a girl this time, I will perhaps cuddle her in bed rather than make coffee… so Amy taught me a lesson.'
Discussing why he is returning to the show he added: 'I feel like I’m in a different stage in my life. The idea of settling down is a serious idea in my life right now. I haven’t found my true love… that sounds so cheesy doesn’t it.
'So, I thought, let’s give it another go. It was great fun last time; a lot of emotions. I feel excited to go back. I’m going to have a great fun time and hopefully leave with someone. It’s exciting.'
Amy is now married to Sam Rason after the pair tied the knot in Spain last September, a year after announcing their engagement. The couple also share son Stanley, 22 months.
Meanwhile Curtis' ex Maura is reportedly 'worried' he might spill secrets about their past relationship.
The pair first connected in the villa, where the pair ended up finishing in fourth place.
In the viral clip Curtis told Amy: 'I also want to be the person that gets up and makes everyone a coffee so everyone is ready for the morning'
Speaking ahead of his All Star appearance, he admitted: 'In hindsight, if I do find a girl this time, I will perhaps cuddle her in bed rather than make coffee… so Amy taught me a lesson'
Amy is now married to Sam Rason after the pair tied the knot in Spain last September, a year after announcing their engagement. The couple also share son Stanley, 22 months
Meanwhile Curtis' ex Maura is reportedly 'worried' he might spill secrets about their past relationship
Despite their initial spark, the romance fizzled out and they parted ways just eight months later amid rumours of infidelity on both sides - allegations they have both denied.
While Maura recently made a splash on TV with her stint in the jungle - where she spoke candidly about dating TOWIE star Pete Wicks - Curtis could soon make his own comeback in the spotlight.
A source told The Sun: 'Curtis signing for All Stars is more than awkward for Maura just as she's fallen for Pete and they've finally gone public with their love.
'Her break-up with Curtis wasn't the best and Maura always worried he'd be the ex that could blab. It's also less than ideal when she's hoping to build on her I'm A Celebrity profile and advance her career.
'Love Island bosses are in the process of confirming the Islanders who will launch January's show and Curtis might not make that line-up — but he is in the cast of bombshells to land later in the series.'
MailOnline contacted a representative for Maura for further comment.
LOVE ISLAND: ALL STARS LINE UP
GABBY ALLEN
AGE: 32
SERIES 3 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
Because it's the trenches out there! I feel like I have all my ducks in a row, it has been 8 years since I went into the Villa. I now run my businesses and I've grown up a lot… but I just haven't found 'the one' yet.
KAZ CROSSLEY
AGE: 29
SERIES 5 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
The first experience I had was so amazing and also so much fun! I'm even more mature now so I'm ready to find a relationship.
SCOTT THOMAS
AGE: 36
SERIES 2 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I've been on a massive journey over the last five years; I've been working on sobriety, personal growth, self development, when I first went into the Villa I was still a bit of a boy.
RONNIE VINT
AGE: 28
SERIES 11 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I learnt so much from my experience last time. In the Villa I was always in 'triangles' and what not, but I feel like I've grown up a lot.
LUCA BISH
AGE: 25
SERIES 8 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I had such a good time last time, why not? I get to have a good time with the possibility of ending up with someone.
MARCEL SOMERVILLE
AGE: 39
SERIES 3 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I thought that I'd completed love and found my happily ever after – but the universe had a different plan. Somehow every time my life's at a crossroads, I've got the opportunity to do Love Island. So I thought, why not?
CURTIS PRITCHARD
AGE: 28
SERIES 5 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I feel like I'm in a different stage in my life. The idea of settling down is a serious idea in my life right now. I haven't found my true love.
Nas will be entering the villa almost a year after splitting from girlfriend Eva Zapico four years after they met in the villa
NAS MAJEED
AGE: 28
SERIES 6 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
It was so much fun the first time around, waking up every day with a smile on my face - it feels like a full circle moment.
OLIVIA HAWKINS
AGE: 29
SERIES 9 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I'm still single and getting close to my thirties, I feel ready for it now. I'm ready to meet a nice man. People misinterpret my honesty and how real I am.
CATHERINE AGBAJE
AGE: 24
SERIES 10 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I want to find love again, I want to give it another shot because it works!
INDIA REYNOLDS
AGE: 34
SERIES 5 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I've been single for two and a half years and I think it's time to settle down.
I don't put any effort into dating and I don't really like meeting people from apps so I'm looking forward to getting to know people in the Villa.
ELMA PAZAR
AGE: 32
SERIES 5 LOVE ISLAND
Why do you want to return to Love Island?
I want to have fun and I want to give it a proper go this time. My time was cut short the first time round and who knows, I could be the next Sophie (Piper) and Josh (Ritchie) or Molly (Smith) and Tom (Clare).
