Zara McDermott was a 21-year-old Government Adviser from Essex when she appeared on the fourth season of Love Island UK. She entered as a bombshell on Day 15 and quickly formed a connection with Adam Collard. Their relationship was controversial given Adam's history of moving between partners. Zara was dumped on Day 25 when the boys chose to eliminate her during a dramatic vote. After the show Zara became a documentary filmmaker and dated Sam Thompson. She has spoken openly about her experiences.