A Note on Spoilers…
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Before I go any further with this live blog… I just want to note that I will be writing as I watch in real time. I won’t be fast-forwarding to see who won or mentioning the winners’ names until they are announced on my stream, even if I learn who they are through social media, etc.
Happy viewing, friends!
Have You Watched ‘Beyond the Villa’ Yet?
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You know what makes for a fabulous appetizer to the Love Island USA meal we’re about to be served? Love Island USA: Beyond the Villa, featuring the unforgettable cast of last summer’s season, including Serena Page, JaNa Craig, Kenny Rodriguez, Leah Kateb and Miguel Harichi, Kaylor Martin and Aaron Evans, Connor Newsum, Kendall Washington and Olivia “Liv” Walker.
The first episode premiered earlier today and, needless to say, it was filled with drama. Kaylor and her bestie Liv are clashing, exes Kaylor and Aaron had to face each other for the first time since the reunion last year, and JaNa still has beef with Connor.
New episodes drop every Thursday beginning July 17.
Ariana Madix Keeps the Love and Tears Flowing
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On Saturday night’s episode of Aftersun, Love Island USA host and self-proclaimed “glam reaper” got a bit emotional talking about the season.
“It’s been a really tough season for a lot of reasons,” she told Maura Higgins. ““The islanders who were eliminated, there’s been a lot of stuff that’s just been crazy,” Ariana acknowledged. “I just want them to know, and any islander who has also left the villa this point, I just want them all to know how much I genuinely really love them and appreciate them for putting themselves out there.”
Earlier on Saturday, the Love Island USA social channels posted yet another message reminding fans to be kind. (Sadly, they have felt the need to post a few of these this season.) “Our host and all islanders deserve respect and kindness for opening their hearts to the experience and to viewers everywhere,” it reads in part. “As this season comes to a close, let’s show them our love and support!”
Get a Sneak Peek at the Final Dates and Winner Ceremony!
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Ahead of tonight’s finale, Peacock has released a surprisingly lengthy first look at the episode.
In it, we get a glimpse of all four couples on their final dates; each person, including Ariana Madix, rocking their final recoupling ceremony looks; and one last round of Amaya Papaya with the zoomies.
“I think actually this might be the best date I’ve ever had in my life,” Iris tells Pepe on a boat. “Everything happened for a reason.”
After sharing a spicy kiss earlier in the clip, Nic tells Olandria during their beach picnic, “I want to see where this goes.”
“With you, I don’t ever cry out of sadness,” Amaya tells Bryan. He says, “That’s what I, like, want in my life.”
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After carrying her in his arms earlier in their date, Chris tells Huda, “I really am liking where this is going.”
“I wouldn’t change this experience for the world,” Huda later tells Iris.
As Olandria, who looks undeniably incredible in her black and gold final recoupling dress, concludes, “What a ride.”
So Who Did You Vote For?
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With the departures of the season’s two strongest couples, Chelley Bissainthe and Ace Green and Clarke Carraway and Taylor Williams, both of whom felt strongly enough to agree to continue to date exclusively after the show, which duo earned your vote?
Let us know in the comments. Was it…
Day 1 cast member Huda and Chris (aka Mr. “I could be overseas playing ball right now”)?Week 1 bombshell Amaya Papaya and Casa boy Bryan?Day 9 bombshells Iris and Pepe (her second serious connection and his third)?Day 1 pals-turned-snugglers Nicolandria?
