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Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘Love Island USA' cast joins Miami Dolphins training camp
Last summer, former Miami Dolphins wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. 's younger brother Kordell won Season 6 of 'Love Island USA', earning $100,000 with his girlfriend Serena Page. This summer, the saga between the viral Peacock series and the Miami football franchise continues. At Friday's training camp practice, four cast members from this summer's season were in attendance. '[We're] swimming with Dolphins today,' Season 7 cast member Zac Woodworth said on his Instagram account, sharing a video of all four contestants driving to Hard Rock Stadium. Woodworth, Chris Seely, Elan Bibas, and Gracyn Blackmore — all 'Casa Amor' contestants on this summer's series — were escorted by Miami Dolphins cheerleaders to Day 3 of camp, a right usually reserved exclusively for media members, family and friends. Previously, current United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has joined practice as a special guest. Seely, alongside now-viral fitness influencer Huda Mustafa, made it to the season's finale, placing third overall. The four reality TV contestants were reserved to the VIP tent during training, where they were each gifted a personalized No. 7 Miami Dolphins jersey, given they were on the seventh season of the show's American iteration. With members of the Miami Dolphins cheerleading squad, the group was seen creating videos for social media platforms, Instagram and TikTok.
Black America Web
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
5 Things I Have To Get Off My Chest About Season 7 Of ‘Love Island'
Source: Peacock / Peacock When it comes to reality TV shows, I don't play about mine. I usually keep to the drama of the Real Housewives but I found my way to the Love Island corner of the reality sphere a few years ago. Last season, Serena and Kordell gave me hope for Black love. We finally felt seen and valued on these types of shows. So, like many, I was ready for season 7 of Love Island USA. I was ready to see the tea in Soul Ties, the chats, the girl gang, romances, and real love. What I got instead was a mixed bag of an overproduced mess. A jumbled narrative that felt more like a choreographed reality show than the spontaneous blossoming of love and drama I'd come to expect. The raw, unfiltered moments that once defined the show turned into manufactured tension and predictable plotlines. With that said, please find 5 things I need to get off my chest about this season. It's infuriating to watch Black women on Love Island consistently painted as 'mean girls' or 'aggressive' simply for asserting themselves, setting boundaries, or expressing their true feelings. When a non-Black woman does the exact same thing, she's celebrated as strong, confident, or a 'boss babe.' This double standard is unfair. It is a deeply rooted microaggression highlighting broader societal biases. Black women are constantly policed for their tone, their emotions, and their reactions. Even when we are simply standing up for ourselves or holding others accountable. It's time for the show and viewers to dismantle these harmful tropes. A Black woman setting her standards and refusing to be disrespected is a sign of self-worth, not a character flaw. The lack of accountability for the male islanders on Love Island is a glaring issue season after season. The men are given a free pass for manipulative behavior, gaslighting, emotional unavailability, and general disrespect towards the women. The women are constantly scrutinized for their choices, their 'journeys,' and their perceived flaws. The men often face little to no genuine pressure or consequences for their actions. This creates an imbalanced dynamic where women are expected to tolerate poor behavior and consistently work to understand or 'fix' the men. Rather than the men being held responsible for their own actions and growth. The show needs to do a better job of highlighting and challenging male toxicity, rather than consistently overlooking it. The decision to remove Islanders for using racial slurs is a necessary step. But the show's handling of it still fell short. The lack of transparency and refusal to explicitly name the racist behavior feels like a passive-aggressive attempt to address a serious issue without truly confronting it. When these instances are vaguely referenced or swept under the rug, it not only diminishes the impact of the racist actions but also fails to properly educate viewers. Furthermore, this disingenuous approach is compounded by the fact that Black women on the show consistently face a barrage of racist abuse from internet trolls outside the villa. The show's failure to unequivocally condemn racism, both on and off-screen, sends a dangerous message that it is more concerned with optics than genuinely protecting its contestants and fostering an inclusive environment. It is baffling how little research is done on the Islanders before they enter the villa. Time and again, contestants come in with problematic social media histories, past controversial statements. Not to mention a clear pattern of behavior that suggests they might not be suitable for a show centered on healthy relationships and emotional maturity. This lack of vetting raises serious questions about the casting process. Is the show prioritizing drama over the well-being of its contestants and the integrity of the 'love' experiment? A more thorough background check and a deeper understanding of potential Islanders' pasts could prevent many of the uncomfortable and damaging situations. Source: Peacock / Peacock *in the narrator's voice* A mid size or plus-size bombshell has never entered the villa — why is that? There's a pressing issue that demands our scrutiny: the glaring body exclusivity prevalent across these platforms. It's time to ask: is it truly a prerequisite in 2025 that folks must be a size 4 or under? This narrow representation fails to reflect the beautiful diversity of body types in the real world. It also perpetuates harmful ideals of beauty. Reality television consistently showcases only a specific physique. It sends a clear message that only certain bodies are desirable, worthy of love, and deserving of screen time. This can have detrimental effects on viewers' self-esteem, fostering unrealistic expectations and body image issues. The absence of diverse body shapes contributes to an exclusive culture. Larger bodies get erased and marginalized. It reinforces a narrow and unattainable standard of beauty. True inclusivity means embracing a spectrum of body types, just as it means embracing diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. Until then, these 'love' islands will continue to project a distorted and exclusive version of reality, rather than the true and varied landscape of human attraction and affection. SEE ALSO 5 Things I Have To Get Off My Chest About Season 7 Of 'Love Island' was originally published on
Forbes
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
When Does Casa Amor Start? Everything To Know About The ‘Love Island' Season 7 Twist
LOVE ISLAND USA — Pictured: Casa Amor — (Photo by: Kim Nunneley/Peacock via Getty Images) Season 7 of Love Island is heating up – and it's about to get even spicier. Now that we're almost three weeks in, that can only mean one thing: Casa Amor. The legendary twist is poised to shake up the villa and couples like never before. Here's everything to know about Casa Amor 2025, including when it starts, which Islanders will be going and more. Casa Amor is a twist in the Love Island franchise where the couples are temporarily split up midway through the season. One group heads to a nearby villa called Casa Amor, while the others stay put in the main villa. Casa Amor is meant to test the loyalty of the Islanders and introduce a new set of bombshells in both villas. Casa Amor was first introduced in Season 3 of Love Island UK and made its way to the US version in Season 2 – and it's remained an anticipated part of the dating competition ever since, mainly because of the drama and viral moments it causes. (Last season, three of the four couples who made it to the finale brought girls back from Casa – including Season 6 winners Kordell and Serena, who are still together today). On the June 21 episode of Love Island USA: Aftersun, Madix revealed details about how Casa Amor will work for Season 7. She teased that this time around, there will be 'more twists and turns to Casa than ever before,' and the production crew will be getting the girls out of the main villa in a way fans have never seen. 'They are going to start it very differently, getting the girls out, something they've never done before," she explained." I feel like I say that a lot like we've never done it before, but then it's always something crazy we've never done before.' The Vanderpump Rules alum also shared more details about what the Casa Amor house will look like compared to previous seasons, including the presence of a 'hidden room.' 'I actually just went over there and checked it out, it looks really really cool. There's a room with a revolving door that is very private. You know when you push on a bookcase and it reveals a hidden room?, you push this circle on the wall and it rotates and reveals it's a door into a room with pillows, it's giving Soul Ties vibes but more private, sneakier," she said. Madix added that there's also "a fire pit and a couch surrounding it.' When Is Casa Amor Happening For Love Island Season 7? LOVE ISLAND USA — Pictured: Casa Amor — (Photo by: Kim Nunneley/Peacock via Getty Images) Casa Amor for Love Island USA Season 7 will start on Monday, June 23 at 9 p.m. ET, Madix said. 'Two more sleeps baby," she revealed on Aftersun on Saturday. "Monday night it's all going to kick off.' Who Is Going To Casa Amor In Love Island Season 7? LOVE ISLAND USA — Episode 715 — Pictured: (l-r) Cierra Ortega, Amaya Espinal, Huda Mustafa, Huda ... More Mustafa, Olandria Carthen, Hannah Fields, Michelle "Chelley" Bissainthe, Iris Kendall — (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images) Madix revealed that this time the girls – not the boys – will be heading to Casa Amor in Season 7. The girls currently in the villa are Chelley, Olandria, Cierra, Hannah, Amaya, Iris and Andreina. 'I can also reveal, that it will be the girls that are going to casa this year,' she said. Summer House star Paige DeSorbo, who was guest appearing on the episode, commented that, 'I feel like they're the perfect girls to go to casa.' Aftersun correspondent Celly Vazquez added that he wants to see the gals "act up.' Where Do The Guys Go While The Girls Are At Casa Amor? LOVE ISLAND USA — Episode 716 — Pictured: (l-r) Jose "Pepe" Garcia-Gonzalez, Nicolas "Nic" ... More Vansteenberghe, Taylor Wiliams, Ace Green, Austin Shepard, Jeremiah Brown, Thomas John "TJ" Palma (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images) Don't worry – the boys will also get some bombshell action too. The men will remain at the main Love Island villa, and they'll be greeted by newcomers also hoping to win their hearts and be recoupled to enter the main competition. Could Jeremiah, Ace, Austin, Taylor, Nic, Pepe or TJ find a stronger connection with someone else? What Happens At The End Of Casa Amor? LOVE ISLAND — "Casa Amor" — Pictured: Casa Amor Atmosphere — (Photo by: Sara Mally/PEACOCK via Getty ... More Images) Casa Amor typically lasts for a few episodes. At the end, the girls will be given a choice: remain loyal to their previous partner or bring a new bombshell into the house and couple up with them. Similarly, the boys will also be presented with an option (but they won't know what the girls do until after they make their decision). They can either remain loyal to their partner who went to Casa Amor or couple up with a new bombshell. Stay tuned for the 2025 Casa Amor cast and what to know about the bombshells entering both the main villa and the Casa Amor villa. Love Island USA Season 7 airs daily except for Wednesdays on Peacock.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Love Island USA Winners Serena & Kordell's Relationship Status Revealed
Curious whether Season 6 winners Serena and Kordell are still together? After winning over fans with their dramatic journey from friendship to romance, the pair became one of the show's most talked-about couples. Nearly a year later, fans are still asking if their relationship lasted beyond the villa. Here's what we know about Serena and Kordell's current status and what they've been up to since the finale. Serena Page and Kordell Beckham are still together after winning Love Island USA Season 6. Since their televised victory, the couple has remained active in the public eye and continue to appear together on talk shows, podcasts, and brand campaigns. The two initially faced early tension during the show, including a breakup on the docks and trust issues after Casa Amor. Serena later told People, 'I friend-zoned him and then after that, he didn't get hurt… he just kind of took it to the chin.' Kordell's patience eventually led to reconciliation and the pair's win. In the past year, Serena and Kordell have appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Baby, This Is Keke Palmer, and Unapologetically Angel Reese. They featured in a Cerave campaign, did shoots for Essence and Savage x Fenty, and co-starred in Summer Walker's 'Heart Of A Woman' lyric video, which has over 17 million YouTube views. Although Kordell moved to Los Angeles where Serena resides, they do not live together. Serena said, 'The next step would be engagement… I can live with you when we're engaged.' In May 2025, Kordell told E! News, 'We're happy. It's been nothing but fun times so far.' Serena's career includes partnerships with Cécred, Neutrogena, and Shea Moisture, and she will appear in Love Island: Beyond the Villa. Kordell became Cheez-Its' Chief Fantaseez Officer and acted in an unannounced scripted project. He has brand deals with Target and Samsonite and continues working on his fashion line and acting career. The couple regularly shares updates on social media. Most recently, Serena organized a surprise birthday party for Kordell, flying in his family to Atlanta, where he is filming a new project. The post Love Island USA Winners Serena & Kordell's Relationship Status Revealed appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Cosmopolitan
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Love Island USA season 7 cast verdict: Confirmed line-up ranked and who should couple up
The days are getting longer and the temperatures hotter, which means it's time for Love Island USA to take another trip to Fiji. The American take on the UK's beloved dating show is returning for a new season this summer, and we finally have our first look at the season 7 cast! Love Island USA announced the season 7 cast of singles with a new promo on Thursday, 29th May. In the short clip, the singles are shown wearing their beachy best and declaring themselves ready for love - or at least, for hookups. (It's too early to predict who could be this season's Kordell and Serena, but I have a few early guesses.) According to an official Peacock press release, the season will feature new couples challenges, a lot of twists, and a few surprise guests. As always, viewers in the USA will vote to keep their favorite couples in Fiji and eventually crown a winner. Now, let's meet the Love Island USA season 7 contestants, shall we? For more on the cast, keep scrolling.
