Love Island USA mourns the loss of executive producer James Barker, who died unexpectedly while working on the show’s eighth season in Fiji.
The deceased producer had come along Love Island USA in 2020, initially as a story producer.
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Peacock and ITV confirmed the news in a statement Us Weekly Monday, June 15. The statement said Tuesday’s episode of Love Island USA would honor the show’s executive producer James Barker, who died last week in Fiji after an unexpected medical emergency.
This will be the current season’s 13th episode, according to Black.
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“Unimaginable loss for production”
ITV America and Peacock released a joint statement on James Barker’s passing, as revealed by Black.
It read: “James’ unimaginable loss has been deeply felt across not only the whole Love Island USA production but throughout ITV and Peacock.”
“He was a beloved and highly valued member of our collective family whose kindness, talent and dedication left an indelible mark on each and every one of us who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. We extend our deepest condolences to James’ partner, family, friends and colleagues,” the statement added.
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The statement also noted Barker’s contributions to the show’s production and post-production work.
The deceased producer had worked in the television industry since 2011.
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His other credits included Counting cars, Queer Eye, and Forged in Fire.
According to PeopleBarker also DJed for over 20 years under the name DJ Chaotic.
“James was the absolute light”
Adam Roth, Barker’s partner of four and a half years, also released a statement.
According to PeopleRoth, who is CEO and founder of Silent Partner Advisory, said, “James was the absolute light and love of my life. He brought joy and brilliance to everything he touched.”
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The 48-year-old said: “James was such a champion of the community of young music artists, he was able to introduce to audiences at Love Island. We met at a Billie Eilish concert and live music was a constant in our relationship.”
The couple had bought an apartment together in January, according to a post on Roth’s Instagram.
“His loss is unimaginable. Even though it wasn’t enough, I’m so grateful for the time we had and the memories we made together,” Roth said.
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