The Love Island USA Season 7 finale left fans buzzing with excitement, heartbreak, and drama as the Islanders stepped out of the villa and into the spotlight of post-show fame. With brand deals and media opportunities flooding in, all eyes were on who would snag the coveted first interview on Call Her Daddy, the mega-popular podcast hosted by Alex Cooper, known for its raw, unfiltered conversations that resonate with millennial and Gen Z women. On July 14, 2025, Call Her Daddy’s Instagram dropped a cryptic teaser, hinting at a fresh-from-the-villa guest, sparking a frenzy of speculation. The comment sections exploded with two names: season winner Amaya Espinal, aka “Amaya Papaya,” and the polarizing runner-up, Huda Mustafa. When the dust settled, it was Amaya who claimed the hot seat—but fans are now crying foul, calling the episode a disaster and demanding Call Her Daddy be held accountable for snubbing Huda.
Amaya’s Moment: A Dominican Cinderella’s Victory Lap
On Wednesday, Call Her Daddy confirmed Amaya Espinal as the first Love Island USA Season 7 Islander to grace the podcast. The promo clip, while not explicitly naming Amaya, featured a woman with her unmistakable strut, rocking a bikini through the CHD studios—a nod to her confident, vibrant energy. As the season’s winner, Amaya’s selection seemed like a no-brainer. Her journey in the villa was a masterclass in authenticity, winning hearts with her quirky humor, meme-worthy one-liners, and unapologetic personality. Despite suitors who tried to dim her shine, Amaya stayed true to herself, finding her perfect match in Bryan Arenales, who adored her for exactly who she was. Their Fiji-forged romance was a fan favorite, cementing Amaya as the “Dominican Cinderella” she proudly called herself.
Fans expected Amaya’s Call Her Daddy episode to be a celebration of her triumph, filled with juicy behind-the-scenes villa tea and insights into her love story with Bryan. But what they got instead was a lackluster interview that many called “boring” and “surface-level.” Social media erupted with disappointment, with posts on X labeling the episode a “missed opportunity” and accusing Alex Cooper of failing to dig into Amaya’s story with the depth CHD is known for. “Amaya deserved better than those softball questions,” one fan fumed. “This was supposed to be iconic, not a snooze-fest!” The backlash was swift, but the bigger uproar wasn’t about Amaya—it was about who should have been in that seat: Huda Mustafa.
Huda’s Snub: Why Fans Are Up in Arms
Before Amaya was announced, Alex Cooper’s Instagram post had fans convinced Huda was the chosen one. The post showed Alex sitting alone, rocking sunglasses with the caption, “me patiently waiting to post the CHD guest this week.” Love Island USA fans immediately clocked the reference to Huda’s iconic poolside sunglasses meme, captured in a viral moment where she sulked solo after a villa meltdown. Shared widely, including by podcaster Gibson John, the meme became synonymous with Huda’s larger-than-life presence. When Alex turned off comments on the post, likely to dodge the flood of Huda-related speculation, fans took it as a sign she was dodging the controversy of picking Amaya over Huda.
Huda Mustafa, dubbed “Hurricane Huda,” was undeniably the season’s most talked-about Islander. From her explosive entrance as a sassy “mamacita” to her rollercoaster romance with Jeremiah Brown, Huda kept viewers glued to their screens. Her fiery connection with Jeremiah burned bright but imploded in a storm of arguments and betrayal when he chose Iris Kendall over her in a shocking recoupling. Huda’s emotional outbursts—over everything from pancakes to heart rate challenges—divided fans, with some calling her chaotic and others hailing her as the season’s beating heart. Her redemption arc, where she fought to prove she was more than her “crash-outs,” only added to her charisma and complexity.
Fans argue Huda was the perfect Call Her Daddy guest, as her journey aligns with the podcast’s bread-and-butter topics: toxic relationships, gaslighting, and emotional rollercoasters. “Huda would’ve spilled ALL the tea,” one X user posted. “Her story with Jeremiah alone could’ve carried a two-hour episode!” Another added, “Amaya’s sweet, but Huda’s the one who’d keep it 100 about the villa drama. CHD fumbled this one.” The sentiment is clear: Huda’s raw, unfiltered energy would have made for a blockbuster episode, and fans feel robbed of the tell-all they deserved.
The Fallout: Cancel Culture Comes for Call Her Daddy
The decision to feature Amaya over Huda has sparked a wave of backlash, with some fans going as far as calling for Call Her Daddy to be “canceled.” Posts on X accuse Alex Cooper of playing it safe by choosing the “likable” winner over the controversial runner-up, who would’ve brought the raw, messy honesty the podcast’s audience craves. “CHD is supposed to be about real talk, not fairy tales,” one user wrote. “Huda’s story is what we tune in for, not Amaya’s happily-ever-after.” Others criticized the episode’s production, pointing to awkward pacing and a lack of chemistry between Alex and Amaya as evidence that the podcast dropped the ball.
While Amaya’s fans defend her, arguing she earned her spot as the season’s winner, the consensus is that Huda’s absence was a glaring misstep. Her polarizing presence—love her or hate her—drove much of Season 7’s buzz, and fans believe she would’ve delivered the kind of viral, headline-grabbing interview Call Her Daddy thrives on. “Huda’s the reason we watched this season,” one fan tweeted. “Snubbing her for the safe pick is why CHD is losing its edge.”
What’s Next: Will Huda Get Her Shot?
As the backlash grows, all eyes are on Call Her Daddy to see if Huda will get her moment in the spotlight. Her undeniable charisma and knack for stealing the show make her a prime candidate for a follow-up episode, and fans are already flooding CHD’s socials with demands for “Justice for Huda.” Whether she was snubbed due to scheduling, optics, or a deliberate choice to avoid her polarizing energy, one thing’s clear: Huda Mustafa’s story is far from over, and her fans won’t rest until she’s spilling the tea in the Call Her Daddy hot seat.
For now, Amaya’s episode stands as a cautionary tale of missed potential, leaving fans questioning whether Call Her Daddy can still deliver the bold, unfiltered content it’s known for. Will Huda get her chance to shine, or will the podcast double down on its safe bet? One thing’s certain: Love Island USA Season 7 has left its mark, and the drama is just getting started.