Love Island: All Stars' Luca Bish reveals his mother forced him to watch back his series amid misogyny and controlling behaviour accusations as he says new stint is a 'second chance'

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Love Island: All Stars' Luca Bish has revealed that his mother forced him to watch back his controversial 2022 series following his treatment of his former girlfriend Gemma Owen.

The fishmonger, 25, was accused of misogyny and 'controlling behaviour' towards Michael Owen's daughter, then 19, with viewers even complaining to Ofcom. 

After they returned to the UK he apologised for some of his actions and revealed he 'didn't recognise himself' when looking back at himself on TV.

And speaking ahead of his return to the ITV2 dating show next week, Luca admitted that it was his own mother who made him evaluate his actions, with the reality star confessing that he'd he acted like a 'k**b' at the time.

With Luca set to attempt to find love on the show once more, he's treating his upcoming stint as a 'second chance' to redeem himself, noting that he had 'learnt lessons' from his past experience.

Speaking to MailOnline and other press, Luca explained: 'I watched it back. I think my mum forced me to. Obviously there's some great moments and things I'd really laughed about, and obviously not so good. Sometime you come out the villa and think 'why are people writing this?' 

Love Island: All Stars' Luca Bish has revealed that his mother [pictured] forced him to watch back his controversial 2022 series following his treatment of his former girlfriend Gemma Owen

Love Island: All Stars' Luca Bish has revealed that his mother [pictured] forced him to watch back his controversial 2022 series following his treatment of his former girlfriend Gemma Owen

The fishmonger, 25, was accused of misogyny and 'controlling behaviour' towards Michael Owen's daughter, then 19, with viewers even complaining to Ofcom

The fishmonger, 25, was accused of misogyny and 'controlling behaviour' towards Michael Owen's daughter, then 19, with viewers even complaining to Ofcom  

Speaking ahead of his return to the ITV2 dating show next week, Luca admitted that it was his own mother who made him evaluate his actions, with the reality star confessing that he'd he acted like a 'k**b' at the time

Speaking ahead of his return to the ITV2 dating show next week, Luca admitted that it was his own mother who made him evaluate his actions, with the reality star confessing that he'd he acted like a 'k**b' at the time 

'He added that he 'couldn't disagree' with the negative things written about him, as he shared: 'I learnt lessons. It's the lessons we learn from that make us who we are today.'

In the show Luca was left seething after watching Gemma have a chat with Billy Brown during Casa Amor, prompting him to question the strength of their relationship. 

Fans at the time called for Gemma to break off her relationship after Luca raged at her for 'flirting' with bombshell Billy. 

Elsewhere, he had also upset fellow islander Tasha Ghouri during the Snog, Marry, Pie challenge after he [and fellow constant Dami Hope] pushed cream pies into her face during the supposedly light hearted game. 

Reflecting on his time on the show, Luca remarked: 'I definitely look back and I think "what a k**b" but that's why I'm coming on again and lucky I've asked to do it another time and get the second chance to kind of show you guys the more real me.'

'The lessons I learnt is, you're in a game show. Last time I was so raw and I thought everyone was my best friend and we were going to come out like a family and it's just not what happens, you know. 

'And also a lot of other lessons on how maybe I could approach situations, how I maybe voice my opinion to someone, when it's the right time and not the right the right time. And not to get caught up with my emotions before saying something.'

He went on: 'I think as well that comes with just maturing. When I left home to go on the show, I was 22. I had my birthday just as I was over there turning 23. 

With Luca set to attempt to find love on the show once more, he's treating his upcoming stint as a 'second chance' to redeem himself, noting that he had 'learnt lessons' from his past experience

With Luca set to attempt to find love on the show once more, he's treating his upcoming stint as a 'second chance' to redeem himself, noting that he had 'learnt lessons' from his past experience 

In the show Luca was left seething after watching Gemma have a chat with Billy Brown (pictured) during Casa Amor, prompting him to question the strength of their relationship

In the show Luca was left seething after watching Gemma have a chat with Billy Brown (pictured) during Casa Amor, prompting him to question the strength of their relationship

Elsewhere, he had also upset fellow islander Tasha Ghouri during the Snog, Marry, Pie challenge after he [and fellow constant Dami Hope ] pushed cream pies into her face during the supposedly light hearted game (Luca pictured 'pieing' Tasha)

Elsewhere, he had also upset fellow islander Tasha Ghouri during the Snog, Marry, Pie challenge after he [and fellow constant Dami Hope ] pushed cream pies into her face during the supposedly light hearted game (Luca pictured 'pieing' Tasha)

'I came from a fish market and was just put straight in this world that I had no clue about. And especially when Jacques [O'Neill] left, I definitely started to come a bit more cranky and not enjoy my experience as much.

'It's probably taken me the last two years to realise how lucky I was to be in that villa and with the people that was in that villa and maybe not resent my situation and take accountability that I need to learn some lessons.'     

Meanwhile during the chat, Luca told how he'd leave the villa if his ex Gemma came in as a bombshell.

The former fish monger is hoping for another crack at love on the ITV2 dating show, over two years after first finding love with the beauty, 21.

But following their split just months after coming runners up in the show, Luca has hinted that there's no love lost as he joked he'd do a runner if they came face-to-face on the programme.

Luca quipped: 'I'd walk out! when asked how he'd feel if the influencer strolled through the doors.

Emphasising his point, he then joked: 'I'd probably say "I'm a Love Islander, get me out of here!"'

Meanwhile during the chat, Luca told how he'd leave the villa if his ex Gemma came in as a bombshell

Meanwhile during the chat, Luca told how he'd leave the villa if his ex Gemma came in as a bombshell 

Following their split just months after coming runners up in the show, Luca has hinted that there's no love lost as he joked he'd do a runner if they came face-to-face on the programme [pictured on the show in August 2022]

Following their split just months after coming runners up in the show, Luca has hinted that there's no love lost as he joked he'd do a runner if they came face-to-face on the programme [pictured on the show in August 2022]

However, he seemingly wouldn't have an issue if she wanted to return to the show for her own chance of love, adding: 'I'd back her all the way and just hope she has a better experience than last time.'

But while his fellow islanders including Marcel and Gabby have hinted at a possible reconciliation with their ex, Luca insisted that there's no going back for himself and Gemma.

He remarked: 'No, you can read a book twice but the ending never changes. That's how I look at stuff like that. Sorry Gemma!'

It comes amid claims Gemma is dreading Luca will talk about the breakup on the show - which will once again be hosted by presenter Maya Jama.

Luca quipped: 'I'd walk out! when asked how he'd feel if the influencer strolled through the doors

Luca quipped: 'I'd walk out! when asked how he'd feel if the influencer strolled through the doors

'No, you can read a book twice but the ending never changes. That's how I look at stuff like that. Sorry Gemma!'

'No, you can read a book twice but the ending never changes. That's how I look at stuff like that. Sorry Gemma!'

A source told The Sun: 'This is the last thing Gemma wants because in the last year she's tried to keep her personal life private.

'Their break-up was shrouded in secrecy and neither has discussed it, but it did not end well.

'He hinted he was blindsided by the break-up when she posted it online and this is his time to spill the beans.'

ITV has been contacted by MailOnline for comment. 

Love Island: All Stars returns Monday 13th January at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX. 

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. 

CASEY O'GORMAN

AGE: 28

SERIES 9 LOVE ISLAND AND LOVE ISLAND ALL STARS SERIES 1

Why do you want to return to Love Island?

Getting to go in within the first few days of the show, I feel like I've got such a big opportunity to find someone and hopefully come out of the Villa potentially with a girlfriend. 

TINA STINNES

AGE: 29

SERIES 2 LOVE ISLAND

Why do you want to return to Love Island? 

It was the best experience that I've ever had, it made me learn about myself and grow. 

MONTEL MCKENZIE

AGE: 27

SERIES 10 LOVE ISLAND

Why did you want to return to Love Island?

I want to find love and Love Island is the best environment to find that. 


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.

 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!

 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).

Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu

AGE: 30

SERIES 9 LOVE ISLAND

Why do you want to return to Love Island?

I want to return to Love Island again because it's where my journey started and has a special place in my heart. It's somewhere I've laughed, cried and learnt so much. The fact that there's an opportunity to do it again - why not!

GRACE JACKSON

AGE: 26

SERIES 11 LOVE ISLAND

Why do you want to return to Love Island? 

I feel like at this time in my life I'm in a very settled place. I know who I am and I'm at the age where I've had enough of my single years. I've done everything I wanted to do in my single life and I'm looking to settle down and create a nice life with someone. What better place to do it than in the Villa?

RON HALL

AGE: 27

SERIES 9 LOVE ISLAND

Why do you want to return to Love Island?

I know it works from last time, I was a success story from it, I found love. Obviously it didn't last, but, if it can happen again, great. 

HARRIETT BLACKMORE

AGE: 24

SERIES 11 LOVE ISLAND

Why did you want to return to Love Island?

I think that my last time in the Villa was cut too short so I think I deserve a second chance, I'm looking forward to it! 

Gemma OwenLuca BishOfcom