All the Love Island couples you'd forgotten are STILL together as loved-up stars celebrate ten year anniversary special

The Sun

2 days ago

Published: Invalid Date,
AFTER a decade of Love Island we've had more splits than we've had hot dinners.
But some couples have defied the odds and are still going strong proving their connection was more than just a holiday romance.
From weddings bells to babies these couples have turned reality TV sparks into real-life love stories.
As the show gears up for its ten-year anniversary episode, let's take a look at the surprising couples you probably forgot were still loved-up long after the villa.
Grace and Luca
16
Grace Jackson met her match in Luca Bish during the second season of Love Island: All Stars.
Whilst Luca initially struggled to find his footing in the villa, everything changed when sparks flew between him and Grace which ultimately led the pair to become runners-up in the competition.
Since leaving the show, the couple have gone from strength to strength spending holidays together and regularly sharing loved-up snaps.
Tommy and Molly-Mae
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury were one of the most high-profile couples to come out of Love Island.
The pair first fell for each other during season five back in 2019 and quickly became fan favourites, staying strong long after the villa.
From moving in together and welcoming their baby daughter Bambi, to landing major brand deals and red carpet appearances, they built an enviable life together.
Although the pair hit headlines with news of a split last year the couple have since reunited and are going strong.
Molly and Zach
16
Molly Marsh and Zachariah Noble's journey on Love Island wasn't exactly smooth sailing — but it definitely kept viewers hooked.
After an early connection, Molly was dramatically dumped from the villa only to make a bombshell return, reigniting her romance with Zac and proving their spark was still alive.
Despite ups and downs, the couple made it all the way to the final placing fourth and have continued to thrive on the outside.
The couple briefly split in March 2024 but have come back together and since moved in together showing that they're more than just a reality TV fling.
Ekin-Su and Curtis Pritchard SPLIT three months after Love Island All Stars
16
Jess Shears and Dom Lever met in 2017 on season three, the couple faced their fair share of scepticism early on — especially after Jess was dumped from the villa before Dom.
But their love proved to be the real deal, with the pair reuniting on the outside, later tying the knot and welcoming two sons.
Now living a quieter life away from the spotlight in Devon, Jess and Dom remain one of the show's rare long-term love stories.
Elma and Sammy
16
Sparks flew between Elma Pazar and Sammy Root on Love Island: All Stars this year despite the pair's nine-year age gap.
After both making waves on different seasons, the pair briefly connected on The Only Way is Essex before reuniting on Love Island.
Since coming fifth place on the show Elma and Sammy have been inseparable even appearing on Towie's latest season as a couple.
Olivia and Alex
16
Olivia Buckland and Alex Bowen fell for each other in 2016 on season two of the show and turned their summer fling into a full-blown fairytale.
The pair quickly became fan favourites with their playful banter and undeniable chemistry and just months after leaving the villa Alex popped the question.
The couple tied the knot in a stunning ceremony in 2018 and have since welcomed their son Abel, built a dream home together, and carved out a lasting career in the spotlight.
Olivia and Alex are proof that reality TV romance can turn into real love — and fans still adore them nearly a decade on.
Josh and Sophie
16
Sophie Piper and Josh Ritchie found unexpected love during the first all star series back in 2024.
The pair hit it off quickly in the villa — surprising fans with their flirty chemistry and solid connection.
Whilst they didn't take home the crown, their relationship has continued to blossom on the outside.
Harriet and Ronnie
16
This pair had a very rocky relationship both in and out of the villa, first meeting in 2024 on season 11 of the dating show.
The couple split just months after leaving the villa after allegations of infidelity but reconnected on the newest season of All Stars.
After navigating a few love triangle's and some serious head-turning moments the pair eventually found their stride.
Since leaving the show Harriet and Ronnie have remained together and are still going strong.
Indiyah and Dami
Indiyah Polack and Dami Hope won hearts during Love Island 2022 with one of the most memorable redemption arcs the show's ever seen.
After a few bumps in the road which included their viral Casa Amor reunion the couple came back stronger than ever and proved their bond was the real deal placing third.
Since leaving the villa, Indiyah and Dami have gone from strength to strength, both moving in together and even sparking engagement rumours.
Uma and Wil
16
Uma Jammeh and Wil Anderson quickly became one of Love Island's most talked-about couples after meeting on season 11 back in 2024.
Sparks flew between the pair and when Wil was dumped from the villa rather than choosing to stay, Uma immediately made up her mind to leave with him, saying she didn't want to continue the show without him.
Since leaving the island, they've continued to build on their relationship enjoying romantic trips and moving into a London pad together.
Tom and Molly
16
These Love Island winners won the hearts of the nation when they appeared on Love Island: All Stars first season last year.
Molly Smith entered the villa alongside her ex Callum Jones but ultimately found love with Tom Clare and the pair went on to win the show.
Since leaving the villa, Molly and Tom have been inseparable sharing glimpses of their new life together with glam date nights, holidays, and have bought their first home together.
Kai and Sanam
16
Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan made Love Island history as the first Casa Amor couple to win the show.
From the moment they connected during Casa Amor, their bond stood out making them fan favourites of season nine.
Since leaving the villa, the pair have continued to thrive — moving in together, travelling the world with Sanam returning to her roots in social work.
The couple got engaged in April last year and are preparing for their wedding this summer just two years since they won the show.
Nathan and Cara
Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde met during the 2016 series and took home the season three crown.
Their cheeky banter and natural chemistry had them become fan favourites in and out the villa.
Their relationship hit a brief rough patch after the birth of their first child and the pair split in 2017.
But in 2019 the pair reunited, got married and are now proud parents to two adorable children, Freddie and Delilah.
Jamie and Camilla
16
Camilla Thurlow was the sweet and reserved fan favourite of Love Island 2017, having had a rocky road in the villa — which all changed when Jamie Jewitt walked in and swept her off her feet.
Their romance unfolded slowly capturing the hearts of viewers and the pair ended up placing second on season three.
Since leaving the show, the couple have built a beautiful life together, tying the knot in 2021 and welcoming two daughters, Nell and Nora and a son Brodie.
Jessie and Will
Farmer Will Young and Aussie lass Jessie Wynter connected on season nine of the show back in 2023.
Jessie, a bombshell from Love Island Australia, entered the UK villa and instantly hit it off with Will.
Despite facing challenges during Casa Amor, the pair chose to stay together and have been inseparable ever since.
Post-villa, Jessie has relocated to the UK to be with Will on his family farm in Buckinghamshire and the couple even brought out a podcast together.
Liam and Millie
16
Liam Reardon and Millie Court captured each other's hearts on Love Island 2021 taking home the season seven crown.
Their journey wasn't without drama, fans may remember Liam's infamous Casa Amor cheating scandal but the couples redemption arc sealed their status as winners.
After the show, the pair moved in together and embraced life in the spotlight, attending red carpets and landing major brand deals although they shocked fans by announcing their split in 2022.
A year later the couple rekindled their romance and have gone from strength to strength starting their own podcast.