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When Does ‘Love Island UK' Season 12 Hit Hulu? Plus How To Watch It Early
Season 12 of "Love Island UK" on ITV2 and ITVX You might already be invested in the latest season of Love Island USA, but the O.G. British edition of the beloved dating competition is also airing this summer. Whether you want to catch episodes live or wait for them to arrive on Hulu, here's everything to know about watching Love Island UK Season 12 in the States. The Maya Jama-hosted series officially returns on Monday, June 9, but it won't begin streaming on Hulu in the U.S. until a few days later. The U.K. edition typically runs for eight weeks and, like the past three seasons, will be filmed at the Sa Vinyassa villa in the town of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar in Mallorca, Spain. The last couple standing will take home a £50,000 prize. The main cast of Season 12 was confirmed by ITV last week, consisting of islanders Sophie Lee, Megan 'Meg' Moore, Dejon Noel-Williams, Tommy Bradley, Alima Gagigo, Ben Holbrough, Helena Ford, Kyle, Megan Forte Clarke, Blu Chegini, Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley. Professional rugby player Connor Phillips replaced contestant Kyle Ashman, who was removed from the cast after it was revealed that he had previously been arrested over a fight at a funeral, according to BBC. (Although Ashman said that he could rejoin the villa as a bombshell later in the season.) In a surprise twist, the first bombshell for Season 12 has also been revealed. America's Toni Laites, a cabana server from Connecticut, is traveling overseas to participate in the U.K version and shake things up. According to Cosmo UK, Laites will appear in the premiere episode and will get to steal a boy right away. Toni Laites "Love Island UK" Season 12 Season 12 of Love Island UK will premiere on Hulu on Thursday, June 12. Hulu's basic subscription plan (with ads) starts at $9.99 per month. The platform also offers free trials for new and eligible returning subscribers; however, the duration of the trial depends on the plan you choose. Visit Hulu's website to explore all available options to see if you're able to stream Love Island UK for free. Season 12 of Love Island UK debuts in the U.K. on Monday, June 9 at 9 p.m. BST (4 p.m. ET). Season 12 of Love Island UK airs on Britain's ITV2 and streams live on ITVX three days before its U.S. release on Hulu. If you want to watch the dating show live or before its released on Hulu, you'll need to sign up for a VPN service such as NordVPN, Proton VPN and ExpressVPN. Many VPN providers are offering limited-time deals, discounted rates and money-back guarantees. To start watching Love Island UK Season 12 before episodes are released on Hulu, follow the instructions below.
Forbes
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Who's In The ‘Love Island USA' Season 7 Cast? Meet The Islanders
"Love Island USA" Season 7 cast Courtesy of Peacock Love Island USA is heading to Fiji for another sizzling-hot season. As you prepare to spend most of your upcoming weekends tuning in, get to know the Love Island USA Season 7 cast who are searching for love and competing for the $100,000 cash prize. Season 7 of Love Island USA officially returns Tuesday, June 3. The dating competition, based on the popular UK series of the same name, follows a group of singles – aka islanders – looking for romantic connections and a chance to win a hefty cash prize. Contestants must compete in challenges that test their relationships and navigate the arrival of new 'bombshells,' which can threaten existing couples. Vanderpump Rules and Dancing with the Stars favorite Ariana Madix is returning as host of the reality dating show for a second year, following her debut in Season 6. "What I want to see on season 7 is girl power [and] Last season, Kordell Beckham and Serena Page were crowned the winners of Season 6 and are still going strong one year later. When Beckham was asked by People to share his advice for the new islanders, he said, 'Just be comfortable with yourself. That's literally it. Just be you. Be the best you you can be… You don't have to put on the front for anybody. They'll love you for you." On May 29, Peacock revealed the 10 main islanders competing in Season 7 of Love Island USA. Read on to learn more about each contestant. (Additional cast members will be introduced throughout the season as bombshells.) Chelley in "Love Island USA" Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 27 Hometown: Orlando, Florida Instagram handle: @_slimthin Huda in "Love Island USA" Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 24 Hometown: Raleigh, North Carolina Instagram handle: @hudabubbaaa Bella-A in "Love Island USA" Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 22 Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii Instagram handle: @perksofisabelle Olandria in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 27 Hometown: Decatur, Alabama Instagram handle: @x__0lan Yulissa in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 27 Hometown: Miami, Florida Instagram handle: @yulissaaescobar Ace in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 22 Hometown: Los Angeles, California Instagram handle: @realacegreene Taylor in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 24 Hometown: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Instagram handle: @twill.3 Nicolas in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 24 Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida Instagram handle: @nicolasvans Austin in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Age: 26 Hometown: Northville, Michigan Instagram handle: @austin_shepard3 Jeremiah in Love Island USA Season 7. Courtesy of NBC Hometown: 25 City: Los Angeles, California Instagram handle: @findjeremiah Watch Peacock's video introduction the Season 7 contestants below.
