Love Island Australia Season 7 has officially launched with a sizzling new cast of 12 singles ready to couple up, compete in challenges, and navigate love, betrayal, and bombshell arrivals—all while competing for a $50,000 cash prize. The show premiered on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 6:00 pm AEDT on 9Now, with Australia’s beloved host Sophie Monk returning to welcome the fiery new batch of contestants.
Set once again in the sun-soaked villas of Mallorca, Spain, this season promises more temptation than ever, with new episodes streaming every evening from Monday to Thursday. What makes this cast particularly intriguing is the diverse mix of professions and personalities—from genuine Olympic heroes to TikTok sensations, salon owners to American football players.
The Original Islanders: Who’s Who in the Villa
Zac Incerti – The Olympic Champion
Perhaps the most high-profile contestant this season is Zac Incerti, a 29-year-old Olympic swimmer from the Gold Coast who has won three bronze medals in relay events at the Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024 Olympics. This marks the first time Love Island Australia has featured an Olympian in its villa. Trading competitive pools for the equally intense villa environment, Zac brings a calm, focused demeanor that could make him a stabilizing force amid the inevitable chaos.
Yana Marks – The Viral Tradie
Yana is a 21-year-old plumber from Sydney, known online as the viral Sydney Plumber Chick, who is also a content creator with 400,000 followers on TikTok. Her no-filter attitude and unapologetically authentic personality make her one of the season’s most anticipated personalities. She’s been in love once before and is ready to give it another shot, bringing her unique mix of tradie grit and influencer flair to the villa.
Isabel Vella – The Salon Owner Seeking a Fresh Start
Isabel is a 27-year-old hair salon owner and entrepreneur from Sydney who was engaged but ended that long-term engagement earlier this year. Often compared to Selena Gomez, this confident businesswoman runs her own salon in Western Sydney and is looking for a fresh start in the villa. Her combination of business savvy and emotional vulnerability could make her a compelling presence this season.
Connor Deighton – The Sweet Nurse
Connor is a 25-year-old nurse from the Gold Coast who is described as sweet and sensitive, with a big family. Interestingly, he’s the housemate of Love Island Australia 2024 star Zane. After two previous relationships, Connor is ready to find the right person, and his calm, empathetic nature may make him a quiet fan favorite.
Sharn O’Brien – The Beauty Boss
Sharn is a 26-year-old dermal therapist from Adelaide who owns a beauty salon and is frustrated with Adelaide’s very small dating pool. When she’s not managing her business, you’ll find Sharn on hot girl walks with friends, reading fantasy romance novels, and enjoying a glass of wine. She’s hoping to find someone masculine who can match her energy.
Jotham Russell – The American Football Player
Jotham is a 22-year-old American football player from the Gold Coast who is half-Australian, half-Nigerian, and trained in rugby league before moving to the US with the New England Patriots’ development squad. Remarkably, he’s never had a girlfriend and is ready for a real relationship—making him one of the season’s most intriguing prospects.
Lacey Butlin – The Pageant Queen
Lacey is a 20-year-old model from Sydney and the youngest Islander this season, described as a pageant queen who is vivacious and full of energy. Despite being judged for her looks in the real world, Lacey wants to show there’s much more to her than meets the eye.
Bailey McGarrell – The Canadian Model
Bailey is a 27-year-old Canadian model from Toronto who lived and modeled in Melbourne for two years and says she’s obsessed with Australian men, especially the ones with a mullet or moustache. After getting a surprise call from producers, Bailey is hoping to meet her Aussie prince charming and admits she can fall very quickly when she meets someone she likes.
Ross Weightman – The Byron Bay Creative
Ross is a 28-year-old events and marketing specialist from Byron Bay who is also a DJ and producer, and works for a famous Aussie brewery, traveling around the world. This thoughtful man knows exactly what he wants in a relationship and is hoping to find a funny girl who doesn’t take life too seriously.
Cooper Benson – The Confident Salesman
Cooper is a 23-year-old salesman from Brisbane who is never shy when it comes to women, with plenty of confidence. He’s described as very loyal and funny, ready to bring his energy to the villa as he searches for love.
Mick Maio – “Slick Mick”
Mick is a 27-year-old creative director from Melbourne, also known as Slick Mick, with a reputation as a party boy who claims he’s now single and celibate. Ready to find old-fashioned love in the villa, Mick hopes to win someone over with charm, chats, and cheeky banter—a surprising approach for someone known for his high-energy persona.
Gabby McCarthy: The First Bombshells
The season’s first bombshell is Gabby McCarthy, a 21-year-old influencer and content creator from the Gold Coast, described as someone with a vivacious personality and stunning looks. A country girl turned Gold Coast beauty, Gabby is fierce, funny, and a self-described lover girl who’s already causing early drama in the villa.
What Makes This Season Different?
This season introduces a temptation-focused theme, with challenges based on the seven deadly sins—greed, lust, envy, wrath, and more. These elements are designed to test every bond formed in the villa, pushing contestants to their emotional limits. The format promises more bombshell arrivals, secret missions, and public votes that will determine the Islanders’ fates.
What’s particularly refreshing about this cast is the genuine diversity of backgrounds. We’re not just seeing the typical models and influencers—there’s a plumber who’s built a massive social media following, an Olympic athlete making reality TV history, healthcare workers, business owners, and creative professionals. It’s a mix that promises authentic connections alongside the inevitable drama.
The Sophie Monk Factor
Sophie Monk’s return as host continues to be one of the show’s greatest strengths. Her warmth, humor, and ability to guide contestants through emotional highs and lows make her the perfect ringmaster for this circus of love. She’s been the face of Love Island Australia for years, and her chemistry with contestants remains unmatched.
The villa itself, set in Mallorca, provides the perfect Mediterranean backdrop for sun-soaked romance and explosive confrontations. After experimenting with locations like Fiji and Byron Bay in previous seasons, the show has found its home in Spain’s stunning coastal setting.
What to Expect
Early episodes have already delivered on the drama front. Love triangles are forming, with contestants testing connections through challenges and heated conversations. The “Ghosted” task has already stirred up trouble, with secrets being revealed and loyalties being tested.
For viewers, the question isn’t just who will find love—it’s who will prioritize the $50,000 prize over genuine connection. The show’s final twist always tests whether couples are in it for love or money, and with this diverse, ambitious cast, that decision could be more complicated than ever.
With episodes airing four nights a week, fans won’t have to wait long between dramatic revelations. The combination of compelling personalities, a temptation-driven format, and Sophie Monk’s hosting prowess positions Season 7 as potentially the most entertaining installment yet.
Final Thoughts
Love Island Australia Season 7 has assembled a cast that feels both aspirational and relatable. From Zac’s Olympic achievements to Yana’s viral TikTok fame, from Isabel’s entrepreneurial success to Connor’s caring profession, these aren’t just pretty faces—they’re accomplished individuals with real stories.
Whether you’re here for the romance, the drama, or simply the escapism of watching beautiful people navigate complicated feelings under the Spanish sun, this season promises to deliver. The question now is: which couples will survive the seven sins, and who will walk away with both love and the cash prize?
One thing’s certain—with this cast, we’re in for one hell of a ride.
Meet the Islanders: Love Island Australia season 7 cast details explored
