In a heart-wrenching revelation, Love Island 2025 finalist Yasmin Pettet shared the devastating news of her beloved cat Miaow Miaow’s passing. The 24-year-old reality star, who captured hearts with her vibrant personality and undeniable chemistry with partner Jamie Rhodes, opened up about the loss of her feline companion, who had been by her side for 11 years. The announcement, made via an emotional Instagram post, has left fans mourning alongside her.
Yasmin, who frequently spoke about Miaow Miaow during her time in the Love Island villa, revealed that her cherished pet was battling cancer and passed away while she was filming the show. The news was kept from her during her time on the program to protect her focus, but her instincts told her something was wrong. “When I was filming Love Island, I had a bad gut feeling something was off,” Yasmin wrote. During the emotional Meet The Parents episode, she pressed her mum and sister for updates on Miaow Miaow, only to be reassured that “everything’s fine.” It wasn’t until after the finale that her sister broke the heartbreaking truth: Miaow Miaow had succumbed to cancer while Yasmin was away.
The loss has clearly taken a toll on Yasmin, who described Miaow Miaow as her “beautiful baby girl” who will “always be in my soul.” Despite her grief, she’s been trying to stay active on social media, thanking fans for their overwhelming support during her Love Island journey. “I’m trying to be as active as I can be on socials but am taking time for myself to process this heartbreak,” she shared candidly. “RIP to my beautiful baby girl, you were so loved.”
Yasmin and Jamie, who affectionately dubbed her as having “black cat energy,” finished third in the Love Island 2025 finale with an impressive 22% of the public vote. Winners Toni Laites and Cach Mercer took home the crown with 33.5%, while Shakira and Harry secured 26.2%. Aesthetics practitioner Angel and Casa Amor’s Ty rounded out the votes with 18.3%. Reflecting on her experience, Yasmin expressed gratitude for her time on the show, crediting Jamie, Toni, and Shakira for making it unforgettable. “My Love Island journey has been crazy to say the least, but I really wouldn’t have been able to do it without my Jamie, Toni, and Shakira,” she said. “I feel so grateful and blessed and can’t wait to see what the future holds.”
Jamie echoed her sentiments, praising Yasmin’s strength and declaring he “wouldn’t want to do the journey with anyone else.” The couple’s bond, which resonated with fans, sparked a viral nickname that left viewers puzzled when Yasmin referenced it post-show, prompting questions like, “How does she know?”
Adding to the drama, Yasmin’s twin sister Zara and mum Mitra stirred controversy during a TikTok livestream hosted on finale night. Mitra hinted at skepticism about the voting process, noting, “What you don’t understand is this is not a paid vote. If it’s not a paid vote, you cannot see the results. That means they can say whatever they want.” She pointed to an episode where Yasmin and Dejon wrote each other’s names during a villa game, suggesting the edit may have influenced perceptions. “I always knew after that episode that Yasmin’s not going to win – because of the way they edited it,” Mitra added. The Sun reached out to ITV for comment, and the network later released the official voting percentages, confirming the results.
As Yasmin navigates her grief and newfound fame, her emotional tribute to Miaow Miaow has struck a chord with fans, who continue to shower her with love and support. The Love Island star’s journey, both in the villa and beyond, is a testament to her resilience and heart, leaving us all eager to see what’s next for her and Jamie.