Does Love Island UK need to pull the US version for a chat?
Fans, commentators and an ex-Islander reflect on what the dating series could do to draw in more viewers again.
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Notable Quotes
"there hasn't been much love between the couples, so she wasn't rooting for anyone at the end."
— Sarel , Influencer
"I want somebody to fall in love. I love stories where we get the butterfly moments."
— Sarel , Influencer
Key People
Winner of The Traitors UK and contestant on Love Island USA.
Reality TV star and winner of Love Island UK in 2022.
Singer and celebrity fan of Love Island USA.
TV star who expressed condolences for Mel Schilling's passing.
Winner of Love Island UK 2026.
Kesha is a pop star known for her chart-topping hits and collaborations with other artists.
Singer and celebrity fan of Love Island USA.
Winner of Love Island UK 2026.
Rapper and regular guest on Love Island USA.
A British influencer who has promoted Wild deodorant.
Content creator known for her Love Island debriefs on TikTok.
Reality TV star and professional boxer, known for his relationship with Molly-Mae Hague.
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Fans, commentators and an ex-Islander reflect on what the dating series could do to draw in more viewers again.
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