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Forbes
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
When Is Movie Night For ‘Love Island USA' Season 7? Here's What To Know
LOVE ISLAND USA — Episode 722 — Pictured: (l-r) Olandria Carthen, Nicolas "Nic" Vansteenberghe — ... More (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images) Get your popcorn ready. Now that Casa Amor is over and all the Islanders are back in the main villa, another major Love Island USA twist is coming soon: Movie Night. With only a few weeks remaining in Season 7, when will Movie Night take place? Movie Night is a relatively new addition to the global dating franchise, first introduced on the British version in 2019. Love Island USA brought Movie Night to the States in Season 5, but it really gained popularity in Season 6 after it revealed the true nature of Aaron Evans and Daniela Ortiz-Rivera's relationship in Casa Amor to his partner, Kaylor Martins. With a dramatic elimination set to take place on Thursday, July 3, viewers will soon see some Islanders — and maybe even some O.G.s — leave the villa. Only America's favorites will continue on… but there's no smooth sailing to the finale just yet. Movie Night 2025 is bound to bring couples together or tear them apart. We already know that Cierra is in for a huge surprise when she sees footage of Nic and Olandria's time together in Casa, especially since Olandria is one of her closest friends in the villa. Here's everything to know about Movie Night 2025, including when it could happen this season, how it works and what drama might unfold on the big screen. When Is Movie Night For Love Island USA Season 7? LOVE ISLAND USA — Episode 726 — Pictured: (l-r) Clarke Carraway, Taylor Williams, Cierra Ortega, ... More Nicolas "Nic" Vansteenberghe, Zak Srakaew, Ace Green, Amaya Espinal — (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images) Peacock has not yet revealed when Movie Night will take place on Love Island USA Season 7. Since Movie Night typically happens a few days after Casa Amor — and with only two weeks left in the season — it will likely occur within the next few days, potentially in Episode 27 (July 3), Episode 28 (July 4), or Episode 30 (July 5). Last season, Movie Night was split into two parts. The first part aired during Episode 26 and concluded in Episode 27. In Season 5, Movie Night ran from Episodes 27 to 28. So there are likely just a couple of days left before Movie Night graces fans' screens in Season 7. How Does Movie Night In Love Island Work? Love Island Movie Night Movie Night on Love Island USA is a controversial twist where Islanders come together to watch a compilation of clips showcasing each other's behavior. The footage is played on a big screen in front of everyone and exposes controversial moments, from sneaky hookups and flirty chats to backstabbing and lies. Some of the clips are from Casa Amor and are meant to test whether the Islanders were honest with their partners about what happened with the new bombshells. The guys will likely see what the girls were up to, and similarly, the girls will see the guys' connections back in the main villa. Basically, Movie Night is designed to challenge the remaining couples and stir up drama ahead of the show's final episodes. What Could Be Exposed During Movie Night? LOVE ISLAND USA — Episode 721 — Pictured: (l-r) Olandria Carthen, Nicolas "Nic" Vansteenberghe — ... More (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images) It would be a disservice to fans if producers didn't include footage of what happened during Nic and Olandria's recoupling, from their secret garden date, where Nic admitted he's always been interested in her, to their ultra-steamy kiss in Soul Ties. Oh, and let's not forget the moment Nic told Olandria she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. When Cierra returned from Casa, both Nic and Olandria disclosed to her that they kissed. While Cierra was initially okay with it, after talking to Iris, she told Nic that it did make her uncomfortable. Still, it didn't cause much drama, as Nic and Cierra officially closed things off shortly after. But there's a lot that Nic and Olandria conveniently left out about their short time together, including just how into her Nic really was. He seemed to have had a thing for her all season, something fans eventually caught on to with their #Niclandria posts on social media. Another controversial moment viewers are hoping to see is the conversation between the girls when they had to decide whether to send Iris, Hannah, or Amaya home — ultimately choosing to send Hannah packing, despite her strong connection with Pepe. Pepe is clearly still thinking about Hannah, and it's affecting his progression with Gracyn. After Episode 26's 'Standing on Business' challenge, some viewers accused Olandria, Chelley and Cierra of exhibiting 'mean girl' behavior. There could be more clips of them talking about other Islanders behind their backs. As for the guys, there may be footage of Ace acting as the 'ringleader' and saying things that influenced the others to send Jeremiah home. Here are more fan theories about what could go down during Movie Night. Love Island USA Season 7 airs daily except for Wednesdays on Peacock.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Love Island USA' Star Cierra's Team Defends Their Nic Criticism: ‘Let's Address the Meatball'
Love Island USA star Cierra Ortega's inner circle has been very candid about their dislike of Nic Vansteenberghe, which they are now defending. The anonymous person running Cierra's social media took to her Instagram on Friday, June 27, to address what is going on in season 7 while clarifying their personal thoughts on Nic's connection with their friend. "This recoupling had me hiding under the covers and clutching my pearls. I should only be this stressed trying to parallel park, not during reality television. Now, let's address the meatball in the room," read the caption. "Did I get a little heated after the last episode? Of course. Nearly crash out? One could say that ... Spiral like I was personally betrayed? Also yes. If these captions read like a loving but dramatic monologue, good. That's what friendship with Cierra feels like." Cierra's pal acknowledged that they should "cut mommy's little meatball some slack." Who Runs Social Media Accounts for 'Love Island USA' Season 7 Stars While They Are in the Villa? "This is in fact Love Island after all, not friendship island," the post read, referring to Nic by the shirt he wore in a past episode. "Sometimes I forget the premise of the show is to explore new connections, cause mild emotional distress and not fall head over heels for just one person. What can I say, I'm a romantic, and unfortunately love bombing does work on me. All I want is for Cierra to be happy, with someone who treats her like the princess she is." While reflecting on their other posts on Cierra's account, the mystery person admitted they "got a little protective," adding, "When it comes to ride or dies, I consider Cierra to be one of the best, so all I want to do is return the favor. Even if that means supporting her mildly shocking but admittedly romantic reunion with Mr. Meatball. This is my official peace treaty. Do I believe in second chances? Eh, maybe. Am I delusional? Absolutely. (But just know if he fumbles again, l've got a very particular set of skills)." Love Island USA viewers know that Islanders don't have access to their phones while in Fiji. As a result, their loved ones or their team is usually responsible for running their social media accounts while they are in the villa. While some use that opportunity to promote the Islanders' brand, others get more passionate about the Love Island USA journey. 'Love Island USA' Week 4 Recap: Ace Questions Future With Chelley After Huda Kiss Backlash (Updating Daily) Cierra's team has definitely been the latter after sharing multiple posts slamming her connection with Nic. "I've known since episode 2 that this meatball turns his head towards any shiny thing that walks by, he's a Pisces! Maybe she'll find out that casa cutie with the curls is actually the most compatible for her," another post read from earlier this month. "All I want is for Cierra to follow her heart, trust her gut, and know that I'll be waiting here on the outside with hugs ... and a plan to extradite mommy's lil meatball from whatever country he decides to go into hiding after he exits the villa." After receiving backlash for their negative posts about Nic, the person running Cierra's account clarified that they were only expressing their own views, adding, "No, this is not a fan page. Yes, this is in fact Cierra Ortega's official Instagram account. No, Cierra is not posting these, as she does not have access to her phone or social media while she's in the villa. Yes, she is still currently in Fiji since the show is being filmed in real time. Who's running this account? That's one secret I'll never tell." New episodes of Love Island USA are released six days a week — except for Wednesdays — on Peacock.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Love Island USA's Cierra Subtly Used the Code Word for Sex to Discuss 40-Second Encounter With Nic
Love Island USA's Cierra Ortega discussed her sex life with Nic Vansteenberghe by using the villa's code word — but did you catch the conversation? During the Sunday, June 29, episode of the hit Peacock series, Cierra, 25, and Iris Kendall sat down for a chat about having their beds next to each other following the Casa Amor recoupling. 'Did you hear me taking my journey?' Cierra asked Iris, 25, who is paired up with TJ Palma. 'Well the journey was much longer this time than the first time.' Cierra teased her encounter with Nic, 24, adding, 'And we stopped for food on the way. Hotdogs and hamburgers were ordered. We both had a full course meal. Once we finished eating we ended at a waterfall. It was beautiful.' Who Runs Social Media Accounts for 'Love Island USA' Season 7 Stars While They Are in the Villa? Meanwhile over at the other side of the villa, Nic was telling Ace Greene and Taylor Williams about the 'best 40 seconds ever.' He admitted it 'was still subpar' as his last sexual experience with Cierra earlier this season only lasted 25 seconds (which he upped to 30 seconds in later conversations). While Cierra and Nic didn't use the word sex, eagle-eyed viewers who read Us Weekly know that 'journey' has another meaning for the Islanders. Hannah Fields, who was dumped earlier this season, recently revealed exclusively to Us how the Islanders find subtle ways to discuss intimate details about their personal lives. "We had a code name for intimacy,' Hannah, 23, shared. 'We would say, 'How was your journey? What was this journey like?' Huda [started it when she] said something like, 'Oh, I had a journey. My journey went all the way.'' Hannah acknowledged how her own 'journey' with Pepe Garcia played out in a now-viral moment. 'Love Island USA' Couples Status Check: Who's Still Together, Who Broke Up After Leaving the Villa? "We had not slept in, like, 24 hours. It had been three hours after we went to bed,' she told Us of the clip. 'You kind of forget that you're on camera. I literally always forgot that I was being recorded and it would dawn on me because I'd just see a camera and I'd be like, 'Oh s*** I'm being recorded.' I really didn't think I remembered until the next day. I was like, 'Just don't talk about it. Nobody's gonna know. Nobody's gonna know what happened.' I sit in the bathroom, like, 'Do you think they caught that? ... No.' So when I watched the episode, I'm like, 'Oh, I couldn't have been less discreet.'" In addition to Nic and Cierra — and Hannah and Pepe — there were also some obvious 'journeys' between Huda Mustafa and Jeremiah Brown before his exit. The rest of the couples have yet to address their 'journeys' ahead of the season 7 finale expected later this month. New episodes of Love Island USA drop every day — but Wednesday — on Peacock at 9 p.m. ET.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Love Island USA' Week 2 Recap: Nic and Cierra Have Sex for '25 Seconds' and More Moments (Updating Daily)
Love Island USA's Nic and Cierra were the latest season 7 couple to have sex on screen — even though it only lasted 25 seconds. During the Sunday, June 15, episode of the dating show — which airs daily with the exception of Wednesdays — Ace Greene, Amaya Espinal, Austin Shepard, Chelley Bissainthe, Cierra Ortega, Hannah Fields, Huda Mustafa, Iris Kendall, Jalen Brown, Jeremiah Brown, Pepe Garcia, Nic Vansteenberghe, Olandria Carthen, Taylor Williams and Charlie Georgiou were in for a surprise when host Ariana Madix announced a recoupling with a twist. Several pairings, including Taylor and Olandria, Huda and Jeremiah and Hannah and Charlie, were actively trying to work out their issues when they were told America would be breaking up three existing couples to pair new bombshells Pepe, Jalen and Iris with an islander. What ensued next could only be described as a group crash out. islanders fell apart as they watched Jeremiah be coupled up with Iris, Hannah with Pepe and Olandria and Jalen. Things only got more tense when Ariana told the group that they will all be voting to send one of the just-dumped islanders — Huda, Charlie and Taylor — home. 'Love Island USA' Couples Status Check: Who's Still Together, Who Broke Up After Leaving the Villa? Amaya — to Ace's amusement — started crying and initially refused to cast a vote as if she was casting a ballot in The Hunger Games. Huda seemed emotionally zoned out as both Ace and Nic voted for her to go home because they claimed she wasn't being genuine by closing her and Jeremiah off one week into the show. It was ultimately Charlie who was eliminated (after first making a plea to the other contestants as if he was on Big Brother). Hannah, despite several makeout sessions with newcomer Pepe, was distraught. She was even seen sobbing on the bed while holding a photo of her and Charlie. Luckily, this is only the start to week 2 for those watching at home. (The islanders are halfway through their second week in Fiji but for the sake of timeline, Us will be tracking the events based on when they air on Peacock.) As the group will grapple with next steps after that shocking elimination, Us Weekly is keeping you up to date with live highlights so keep scrolling: Huda kicked off Friday's episode by setting her sights on Pepe — despite him already being paired off with Hannah. While Pepe admitted he 'felt bad' for Huda, Hannah was more upset that her fellow islander didn't give her a warning before flirting with her guy. Huda and Hannah ultimately had a conversation but not before almost everyone in the villa chose a side — and it wasn't Huda's. Speaking of trouble in the villa, TJ and Adreina's arrival created some rifts. TJ immediately connected with Iris, who made out with him and told him she saw Jeremiah more like a friend than a possible connection. Jeremiah seemed to feel the same way because by the end of the episode he was packing on the PDA with Adreina. There were also cracks beginning to form with Austin and Amaya. While she was thrilled to be paired up with someone who liked her, Austin started to worry that she was getting 'too intense' too soon. Ace couldn't hold back a laugh while Austin pointed out how Amaya was acting like they were 'six years strong with two kids' during Friday's challenge. Amaya, however, was not aware that Austin was reconsidering their connection. Then there was the challenge that was too gross to even speak about. But it did create some jealousy — especially for Nic and Cierra. This might come as a surprise to viewers since Nic revealed that he and Cierra finally had sex. He described it as the 'best 25 seconds' of his life but admitted he 'had to apologize' for Cierra because it was 'so good but so short.' If you count Huda and Jeremiah's hookup and Hannah and Pepe's close encounter, that now marks three couples that got hot and heavy two weeks into the season. The sneak peek for Sunday's episode teased that the drama is only just getting started as America has another chance to vote — this time for their favorite guy and girl in the villa. Most Shocking TV Moments of 2024: From Bridgerton's Gender-Swap Shakeup to That 'Monsters' Aftermath Following Huda nearly being voted out of the villa, she was warned by multiple islanders that she was on thin ice moving forward. She promised to prioritize herself — only to pull Jeremiah for a chat that same night. The exes attempted to get closure before Jeremiah officially started to explore his connection with Iris. The rest of the villa was happy with their new — or old — couples and there was finally momentary peace in Fiji. That lasted only a few hours because the next morning Megan Thee Stallion dropped in for a chat and to host a challenge. After sharing her hot takes on the season so far, the singer announced that the girls and guys would be competing and the winners would get to meet a new bombshell. This inspired a challenge that consisted of twerking (or whatever it was that Taylor tried to do), doing the limbo and solving a puzzle. The girls won and were introduced to newcomer T.J. but the boys weren't left empty handed. Andreina walked in right after that with her eyes set on either Jeremiah or Ace. In the sneak peek for Friday's episode, T.J. was seen getting cozy with Cierra while Andreina had a conversation with Nic. Andreina also shared a moment with Pepe, which left Hannah uneasy. But the biggest shock of the night was Iris making out with T.J. after just being paired off with Jeremiah. This week's episodes should come with a drinking game: Take a shot every time someone says America. Instead though, the episode picked back up with Jeremiah and Huda still fighting about the pancakes, the recoupling and whether or not they even want to stay together. The rest of the villa was having more fun either building new connections or judging Huda and Jeremiah. Sometimes both. Austin found himself surprised by Amaya, who he called a "breath of fresh air" as Chelley and Ace continued their little flirtation. Olandria was just as giddy — but about Taylor instead of Jalen. She even admitted she would have left with Taylor if he was dumped one episode prior. The next day was a new level of awkward as the islanders contemplated having to spend another week hearing Huda and Jeremiah complain about each other. Jeremiah wanted to start over with Huda by suggesting they try to be friends, which she didn't take very well. In fact, most of the day was Huda either breaking out into an argument with him or bursting into tears at the sight of Jeremiah and Iris together. (And for those keeping track at home, Austin now knows about Huda's daughter but she doesn't know that he knows!) Luckily, Ariana returned to the villa at just the right time to shake things up (and make Austin question whether he could couple up with Ariana). The latest recoupling challenge involved the girls standing behind individual doors and choosing the name of one guy they wanted to have open the door. If the guy who approached their door was their choice, they would be a match. The recoupling started out as expected with Nic and Cierra still together and Pepe and Hannah acknowledging that viewers were right to pair them off together (you're welcome!). This is where things took a turn though. Austin ended up choosing Amaya over Chelley — and they are a match. This left Chelley open to coupling up with Ace, who felt the same way. Jalen was the first islander left single and vulnerable when Olandria didn't leave the door open for him because she wanted Taylor, who was also on the same page. The final choice then became Jeremiah standing in front of Iris and Huda's doors. In a shocking twist, he went for Iris' door. She left her door open for him — but so did Huda who had to hear Jeremiah explain why he wanted to start fresh with Iris. The islanders were then told to choose who they wanted to see stay in the villa: Jalen or Huda. All of the women (even Iris!) chose Huda while a few of the men (Pepe, Nic, Austin and Jeremiah) chose Jalen. Even Ace opted for Huda but based on his reaction, it wasn't for her as much as it probably was for the drama. All the Behind-the-Scenes Secrets and Production Revelations You Didn't Know About 'Love Island' Picking up immediately where the recoupling left off, Jeremiah and Huda were processing their split — separately. Jeremiah ended up at odds with Nic and Ace, who accused him of 'scamming' and being a 'fraud' in his relationship with Huda. Jeremiah tried to defend his actions when what he should have been doing was comforting Huda. That was the nail in the coffin for the couple who spent the rest of the episode at odds — but more on that later. Jeremiah only had Austin on his side while the other men either had nothing to say or were worried about his future in the villa. Huda, meanwhile, was breaking down in person and in confessionals about Jeremiah not checking up on her. He even heard her cursing him out in the shower, which set the mood for a very difficult night now that Jeremiah is sharing a bed with Iris instead. Before the rest of the islanders were woken up, the new couples (Iris and Jeremiah, Pepe and Hannah and Olandria and Jalen) were whisked away to a beach where they got to enjoy some snorkeling, massages and deep conversation about their individual futures together. Hannah put her uncontrollable sobbing over Charlie's exit on the backburner, which allowed her to explore her feelings for Pepe. By the end of the episode, she was now saying she saw 'more' in Pepe and wasn't ruling out a romance. Back at the villa, Chelley and Austin were once again flirting right in front of Austin. He could have used that time to plan a spontaneous date for Chelley (like she asked) but instead they sat down for another conversation about how he didn't want to be in a love triangle. Based on that sneak peek for the next episode, Austin might get his wish sooner rather than later. The reminder of the episode was Huda and Jeremiah's relationship seemingly coming to an end. After Jeremiah returned in great spirits following his date with Iris, Huda snapped and called him out in front of everyone. She might not have heard Jeremiah say she should have been sent home but she did catch wind of him admitting he wants to explore other relationships. Huda threw out some curse words, she flipped Jeremiah off and she had an awkward conversation with Iris. That all accumulated in a conversation where Huda accused Jeremiah of playing the victim and being selfish, which signified the end of a relationship — at least in Us' eyes. The preview for the next episode confirmed there's another recoupling happening in the nick of time. The second week (of episodes) started with Hannah admitting to Charlie that she kissed Pepe. Charlie tried to be supportive of Hannah exploring her options but in typical Love Island USA form, Charlie got even by seeing which women he could form connections with as well. He specifically zeroed in on newcomers Iris and Amaya, with Amaya not taking the bait as she is close with Hannah. Hannah had one more steamy makeout session with Pepe before realizing he reminded her of her physical connection with exes compared to her romantic bond with Charlie. After a meaningful chat, Hannah and Charlie were recommitted to a future together, which America didn't see before locking in their votes (but more on that later). An undercooked pancake was nearly the straw that broke the camel's back for Jeremiah and Huda who had been arguing over her reactions to him kissing other women, including Olandria, in challenges. Still, the twosome slept together shortly before the already-infamous recoupling with America's votes. Austin, for his part, told Chelley he was insecure about her connection with Ace — which only made Chelley want Ace more as he is more lined up more with her spontaneous nature. It didn't take long for Ace, however, to remind Chelley once again that he was open to any new connection that could happen when more bombshells entered the villa, which was just code for he wasn't looking to commit to Chelley. There was also Olandria considering a future with Jalen. After having to kiss just about every guy during the woodcutting challenge, Olandria had a moment with Jalen that made her unsure whether they were moving too fast on the physical front. This all accumulated into what some viewers are referring to as the most "traumatizing" recoupling where the contestants got their first glimpse into what fans think of the season so far. The June 15 episode ended with the following couples still together and on the show: Ace and Amaya, Austin and Chelley, Cierra and Nic, Hannah and Pepe, Iris and Jeremiah, Olandria and Jalen. The contestants that are single and vulnerable are Taylor and Huda. New episodes of Love Island USA stream on Peacock daily at 9 p.m. ET. Us Weekly will be updating this post with the biggest developments.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Love Island' USA's Belle-A Slams Love Interest Nic After Brutal Goodbye: ‘Cared More About What Was Beneath My Clothes' (Exclusive)
Belle-A Walker tells PEOPLE exclusively about her departure from Love Island USA after being sent home during the season's first recoupling Walker, 22, had developed a romantic connection with Nic Vansteenberghe during the season 7 premiere episode, and their bond appeared to deepen from there Love Island USA episodes air every day but Wednesdays on PeacockBelle-A Walker is opening up about her emotional departure from the Love Island USA villa. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the season 7 contestant shared how she felt after being blindsided by Nic Vansteenberghe and sent home during the season's first recoupling. Walker, 22, and Vansteenberghe, 24, had been coupled up since the very first episode, and their bond appeared to deepen after they shared a steamy kiss during a challenge. But everything shifted with the arrival of bombshell Cierra Ortega. Despite feeling secure in her connection, Walker says she was misled — ultimately left single and vulnerable at the firepit. PEOPLE was unable to reach out to Nic Vansteenberghe for comment. "Let me just tell you, that boy reassured me up and down and made it seem like I was not going home that night," the former Islander tells PEOPLE exclusively over Zoom, still in Fiji. "I was definitely caught off guard. Of course, I knew it could have gone either direction, but moments, moments before the recoupling, my last conversation was with him and he was telling me, 'Bella, you don't have anything to worry about. I don't want you worrying about going into this.' "And so I stopped worrying," she adds. "And then what did he do? He sent me packing my bags. Never trust the man, never trust the boy. That's not a man." After Vansteenberghe chose Ortega, 25, Walker took the opportunity to address her fellow contestants before packing her bags and exiting the villa. "My heart is the prettiest thing about me," she told them. Looking back, Walker says that moment was entirely authentic. "I didn't think I was going to have to prepare a speech like that," she says. "So I am an investment, and you're not going to see the return on me the first day that you meet me. Nic was not willing to make that investment. He was more interested in seeing what was beneath my clothes and not beneath my surface. It really wasn't my loss." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories. After her departure, Walker says she was surprised to see how much of her connection with Vansteenberghe had been edited out of the show. She also learned more about what happened between him and Ortega — details she wasn't aware of at the time. For example, she says she didn't know Vansteenberghe and Ortega had shared an intimate moment in the villa's photo booth just five minutes after he kissed Walker. "I was kind of painted more as just the third girl in this love triangle, and they gave Nic and Cierra the fireworks and the sparks and the depth," she says. "And you didn't see that with Nic and I, there were so many intimate moments that we had and amazing conversations that we had that were cut out, and seeing him say a lot of the same things to her that he said to me." "He was constantly making us feel the exact same way," she adds. "But watching the show, you would think Nic had his mind made up since the moment he met Cierra. So I don't fault him for the decision he made, because he had to make one. What I fault him for is the way he went about it." Earlier in the season, Walker caught viewers' attention by refusing to kiss any of the boys on the first day — a choice that quickly sparked conversation and admiration online. But she insists it wasn't a calculated move. Instead, she says she simply wanted to stay true to herself. "If I inspired at least one other girl in this world that it's okay to set boundaries, small or big, it's okay to not compromise on your comfortability for anybody else. It's okay to do those things no matter your environment. I had a blast. Oh my gosh, I had the time of my life guys, or not honestly. It's like taking back the power. I love that." Love Island USA episodes air every day but Wednesdays on Peacock. Read the original article on People