Friendship Fades: A Look at Tasha Ghouri and Indiyah Polack’s Evolving Bond
Once inseparable after meeting on the set of Love Island in 2022, Tasha Ghouri and Indiyah Polack appear to have experienced a significant drift in their friendship. While Ghouri reached the final of the ITV dating show with Andrew Le Page, securing fourth place, Polack and her then-partner Dami Hope finished in third. Following their time in the villa, the pair maintained a close relationship, frequently appearing on each other’s social media and embarking on joint holidays.
However, recent observations suggest a cooling of their once-strong bond. This shift is reportedly linked to Ghouri’s ventures beyond the reality television sphere, particularly her participation in Strictly Come Dancing in 2024, which has seemingly led her to ‘move on’ from the established reality star circle.
Divergent Paths and New Circles
Sources indicate that the separation is not marked by a dramatic confrontation but rather a more gradual, natural divergence. “It’s not that there was some explosive fallout or blazing row behind closed doors, it’s actually much sadder than that,” a source close to the situation commented. “They’ve drifted naturally into completely different worlds. A couple of years ago they were inseparable, constantly filming TikToks together, going on holidays, doing brand trips as couples but now they barely cross paths.”
The aforementioned Strictly Come Dancing experience is cited as a major turning point for Ghouri. This high-profile engagement reportedly opened doors to new professional connections, including interactions with television executives, BBC personnel, dancers, and prime-time presenters, shifting her focus away from the original Love Island community.
There is also a sentiment that Ghouri’s personal growth and increasing success have influenced her social circle. Following her separation from Andrew Le Page and her emergence as a prominent public figure, it is suggested that she has sought to distance herself from past associations to cultivate a new public image.
Career Trajectories Diverge
The divergence in their careers is a key factor in their evolving friendship. Ghouri has been actively exploring a range of projects across different broadcasting platforms, including documentary filmmaking, participation in Channel 4’s Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, and a role in the BBC show The Pilgrimage. In contrast, Polack has concentrated her efforts within the influencer industry and has continued her involvement with ITV2, notably co-hosting the Love Island: The Morning After podcast.
Reports suggest that Ghouri’s career trajectory has reached new heights, making a return to their previous level of closeness challenging. Despite the diminished personal contact, it is understood that both individuals continue to offer each other support from a distance.
Personal Lives and New Beginnings
Ghouri’s relationship with Andrew Le Page concluded in January of the previous year, following her Strictly Come Dancing stint. She has since entered into a new relationship with wildlife presenter and managing director of The Big Cat Sanctuary, Cam Whitnall.
Meanwhile, Polack and Dami Hope’s relationship ended in January 2026 after an incident involving a reported breach of trust. Polack was seen in a video kissing a co-star from the show Inside, which reportedly left Hope feeling embarrassed. Polack has remained single since their separation.
Navigating Public Scrutiny
Ghouri has openly discussed the challenges of maintaining mental well-being under intense public scrutiny. Last year, she shared with Hits Radio host Fleur East that the constant barrage of online criticism had been exceptionally difficult, leading her to question her television career at times. She described experiencing ableist comments and feeling lost during the past year, particularly after a public breakup. Ghouri emphasized the importance of finding personal happiness, crediting her current partner, Cam, for helping her through this period.
Her previous relationship with Andrew Le Page, which began on Love Island in 2022, ended shortly after they purchased their first home together. The split surprised fans, especially as Le Page had been seen supporting Ghouri at her Strictly Come Dancing performances in late 2024. Ghouri later revealed on Instagram that she had faced significant online abuse from trolls following the breakup, which severely impacted her mental health and led to a period of withdrawal.
Ghouri’s current partner, Cam Whitnall, is known for his work in wildlife conservation and media. He is involved with CBBC series One Zoo Three and the BBC show OZT Goes Wild. His family operates Hertfordshire Zoo, and he directs The Big Cat Sanctuary, a charity dedicated to rescuing and protecting wild cats. Reports indicate that Ghouri and Whitnall bonded over their shared passion for animals, a connection possibly strengthened by Ghouri’s own experience rescuing her dog, Luna, from a Spanish animal rescue organization.
