Love Island's Megan Barton-Hanson opens up about 'sexism' on the show

She faced some harsh comments whilst in the villa

Author: Emma DoddsPublished 14th Aug 2018
Last updated 14th Aug 2018

Love Island's Megan Barton-Hanson has opened up about the sexism she faced as a contestant on the show. The 24-year-old, who found love with Wes Nelson whilst in the villa, has revealed in an interview with Grazia magazine that she feels she was treated much harsher for her actions on the show than her fellow Islander Adam Collard, who also swapped partners.

Appearing on the front cover of this week's Grazia, former glamour model Megan called out the "vilification of women in the media."

"People definitely do give girls a harder time than men," she affirmed. "Look at Adam, how many girls did he go through? It’s sexist.

"They’re painting me out to be the biggest player, but it’s a dating show and I tested the water. It’s 2018, and women are still getting stick for acting like men, I don’t see why we’re not equal."

Megan even cited the fact that she had sex on the show, saying that she shouldn't be criticised: "Even with the fact that I had sex in the villa, I’m open about that. Women enjoy sex just as much as men. Like, why can’t we say it? We should empower each other."

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Megan also spoke out about her insecurities and being a shy person, despite having previously worked as a stripper. "People don’t understand how could you possibly be shy and insecure but comfortable being naked," she said.

"To go up and speak in front of people, that would be my absolute worst nightmare. But to go and parade around half-naked, I’d be absolutely fine. You can be shy in different ways."

The latest issue of Grazia is out now, head to graziadaily.co.uk to read the Megan Barton-Hanson interview.