The nickname "Amaya Papaya" has been used online and on the show, including by "Love Island USA" host Ariana Madix and the Scorpio herself in a confessional. "Love Island" fans have fallen for with Amaya’s funny and genuine personality, paired with her ability to persevere through backlash.

"I take accountability for using the word, but I do want it to be known that I genuinely had no idea that it was a slur," the Season 7 star says