Love Island fans have slammed this year’s male stars for their toxicity – with allegations of ‘manipulation, gaslighting and disrespect’.

Contestants Dejon Noel Williams, Harry Cooksley, Ben Holbrough and Harrison Solomon have come under fire for their treatment of prospective partners.

Viewers have flooded Twitter throughout the show’s four week stint to criticise the stars following shocking moments with their female cohorts.

At the helm is Dejon, who has been paired with Megan Moore since day one and has been blasted for ‘manipulating, lovebombing and gaslighting’ his partner.

Ben meanwhile was scolded by host Maya Jama for a scathing joke aimed at Toni Laites about her union with Harrison, leading to praise from viewers – many of whom are lashing out at the stars of the show for their ways.

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Love Island fans have slammed this year’s male stars for their toxicity – with allegations of ‘manipulation, gaslighting and disrespect’ (Dejon Noel Williams, pictured)

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Ben Holbrough has been at the helm of the critique

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Fans were keen to point out the issues facing the villa due to the behaviour of the male stars, with fans pointing out this year has seen serious problems (Harry Cooksley, pictured)

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Fans were keen to point out the issues facing the villa due to the behaviour of the male stars, with fans pointing out this year has seen serious problems

Fans were keen to point out the issues facing the villa due to the behaviour of the male stars, with fans detailing how this year has seen serious problems.

The most prevalent criticism of the stars has been gaslighting – particularly Harry’s claims he ‘cannot remember’ a number of his conversations.

The definition of gaslighting is: ‘To manipulate (someone) using psychological methods into questioning their own sanity or powers of reasoning.’

One X user hit out at the stars, taking to the site to pen: ‘I have never known so many controlling men in one series of Love Island. Harry manipulates & controls, Dejon manipulate and controls so does Harrison. #LoveIsland’.

Echoing the sentiment, other users wrote: ‘Surely the vote should be for the most toxic couple or even which is guy is the most manipulative!. There would be 3 options…. Harry, Harrison, Dejon…

‘LI UK is also p**sing me off on the other hand. Toni is out here testing my patience. Dejon gaslighting Meg as usuaL. Harrison being a nuisance as always…

‘Dare I say that Dejon and Harry are the worst boys to be in Love Island. Like no other guy was as bad as they are #loveisland…

‘harry and dejon two of the most manipulative, immature gaslighters love island has ever casted #loveislanduk #loveisland’.

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Megan and Dejon’s union has been at the heart of the series

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Dejon’s relationship with Meg has seen him ‘explore’ other options however repeatedly return to his original couple

Following Ben’s acerbic joke last week, viewers insisted he should be used as a study in the perils of toxic masculinity.

Viewers penned: ‘Never been a fan of Love Island but have found myself engaged for some reason. That lad Ben is so toxic, they should make a highlight reel of his time as a warning to young women….

‘Self help books but ben is the most verbally abusive degenerate narcissistic man i’ve seen on love island #loveisland.’

Dejon’s relationship with Meg has seen him ‘explore’ other options however repeatedly return to his original couple.

On Sunday night’s episode, the star sparked rage when he threatened to withdraw his offer of ‘closing things off’ with the pay roll specialist.

Users spenned: ‘Dejon: “I like girls that are beautiful on the inside and out” ..Also Dejon: *couples up with the meanest girl in the villa and also ends up being the meanest guy in the villa*…

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Viewers were less than pleased with the behaviour

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Harrison caused his partner Lauren to sob due to his romance with Toni

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Helena’s relationship with Harry has been criticised after his frequent betrayals and slurs

‘Harry and Helena are united through s3x addiction Meg and Dejon are united through hate (literally the only thing they have in common…hate and rudeness).#LoveIsland #LoveIslandUK… Dejon is so manipulative, men are so scary #LoveIslandUK…

‘Dejon was so terrible to Meg during that conversation. He’s acting like him closing things off with her is some kind of favor. Not saying I like Meg now BUT I need to call out a disrespectful and manipulative man. #LoveIsland…

‘Dejon is insufferable & made me grateful to not be actively dating this season of my life lmfaooo. Cause imagine being manipulated to that degree? By a Man u met 3 wks ago????? I’ll pass… If Meg wasn’t with Dejon, she’d be a whole lot happier…

‘She’s a naturally vivacious person with her flaws but, ultimately, D makes her unhappy and makes her overthink things. Lovebombs then pulls away. Classic narcissistic behaviour. #LoveIslandUK’.

Lovebombing is defined as: ‘Love bombing is a manipulative tactic used by abusers, characterized by excessive displays of affection, attention, and gifts, often early in a relationship, to quickly create a strong emotional bond and gain control.

‘It’s a form of emotional abuse and coercive control, where the excessive attention and promises of a perfect future can make it difficult for the recipient to recognize red flags and potentially harmful behaviour’.

The accusations have surrounded the stars since the show began last month.