The journey from a sun-drenched villa to the outside world is never simple for a Love Island winner. While some couples manage to defy the odds and build a lasting life together, others find their whirlwind romance fizzles out almost as quickly as it began.
From unexpected breakups to fairytale weddings and new babies, the lives of these reality TV stars are as dramatic off-screen as they were on it. This in-depth guide reveals the fate of every winning couple from the UK, US, and Love Island Games, answering the question fans ask most often: where are they now?
Love Island UK
Season 1 (2015): Jess Hayes & Max Morley
This was the series that started it all, but for Jess and Max, their love story was short-lived. The pair split just six weeks after the cameras stopped rolling. Today, Jess is a fashion and make-up influencer, and a proud mother to her son, Presley, from a previous relationship. Max has also become a father and is a cricket player.
Season 2 (2016): Cara De La Hoyde & Nathan Massey
The first true fairytale of the franchise. Cara and Nathan’s relationship has stood the test of time, proving that genuine love can be found on the show. They briefly broke up, but reconciled and married in 2019. Now, they are a strong family unit with two children, Freddie-George and Delilah, and often appear on reality TV.
Season 3 (2017): Amber Davies & Kem Cetinay
Amber and Kem’s vibrant and often-dramatic romance won over the public, but their connection was not built to last. They split four months after winning. Since the show, Amber has forged a successful career in London’s West End, starring in hit musicals like Back to the Future. Kem has become a popular TV presenter and entrepreneur.
Season 4 (2018): Dani Dyer & Jack Fincham
The nation fell in love with this wholesome couple, but they announced their split just nine months after their win. Dani has gone on to become a successful podcaster and mother of three, including twins with her partner, footballer Jarrod Bowen. Jack is also a parent, and he has a professional boxing license.
Season 5 (2019): Amber Gill & Greg O’Shea
In one of the most unexpected twists in Love Island history, Amber and Greg were crowned winners after only two weeks together. Their romance was the shortest on record, ending just five weeks later via text. Amber has since become a bestselling author and influencer. Greg returned to his home country of Ireland to focus on his rugby career.
Season 6 (Winter 2020): Paige Turley & Finn Tapp
As the first winners of the winter series, Paige and Finn seemed to be a match made in heaven. They stayed together for over three years before splitting in 2023. Paige has since moved on with a new partner. Finn continues to pursue his football career.
Season 7 (2021): Millie Court & Liam Reardon
After a tumultuous journey in the villa, Millie and Liam became fan favorites. They split up a year after the show but later got back together, confirming their reunion in 2023. They have since split again. Millie has launched her own fitness program, and Liam has appeared on other reality TV shows.
Season 8 (2022): Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu & Davide Sanclimenti
The fiery “Italian Stallion” and “Turkish Delight” had a passionate and dramatic love story that captivated viewers. Their romance continued after the show, with their own travel series, but they split in 2024. Ekin-Su has gone on to appear in numerous reality shows, including The Traitors, while Davide has relocated to Los Angeles to pursue acting.
Season 9 (Winter 2023): Kai Fagan & Sanam Harrinanan
Kai and Sanam are a true success story, with one of the most solid relationships to come out of the series. They got engaged in early 2024 and are currently planning their wedding, proving that some Love Island connections are built to last.
Season 10 (2023): Jess Harding & Sammy Root
Jess and Sammy were a fan-favorite couple, but they unfortunately split up just two months after winning the show. Both have moved on and are active on social media.
Season 11 (2024): Mimii Ngulube & Josh Oyinsan
Mimii and Josh’s sweet love story had viewers rooting for them, but they broke up shortly after leaving the villa. They remain cordial and have both moved on.
Season 12 (2025): Toni Laites & Cach Mercer
Toni and Cach are the newest winners of Love Island UK. Their relationship is still going strong, and they are navigating their long-distance romance. Toni, originally from the US, is planning to move to the UK to be with Cach, who is a dancer in East London.
Love Island USA
Season 1 (2019): Zac Mirabelli & Elizabeth Weber
Zac and Elizabeth’s connection was strong in the villa, but they announced their breakup just a few months after the show. Elizabeth is now engaged, and Zac has largely stayed out of the public eye.
Season 2 (2020): Justine Ndiba & Caleb Corprew
Justine and Caleb were a fan-favorite couple, but they separated in January 2021. Justine is now a successful influencer and has appeared on other reality shows like The Challenge. Caleb has gone on to co-found an artificial intelligence company.
Season 3 (2021): Korey Gandy & Olivia Kaiser
Korey and Olivia’s friendship turned into a romance that won them the season, but they broke up just a month after the finale. Olivia is now dating Love Island UK alumnus Theo Campbell, and Korey has launched a fitness app.
Season 4 (2022): Zeta Morrison & Timmy Pandolfi
The beloved couple split up shortly after their win. Zeta has since relaunched her podcast and competed on Love Island Games. Timmy has pursued an acting career.
Season 5 (2023): Hannah Wright & Marco Donatelli
Hannah and Marco are a true success story. They became the first couple from Love Island USA to get engaged, making history. They have moved in together and are planning their future.
Season 6 (2024): Kordell Beckham & Serena Page
The most recent winners of Love Island USA, Kordell and Serena, are still together and are thriving. They have a strong social media presence and have landed several brand deals together, confirming their status as a fan-favorite couple.
Love Island Games
Season 1 (2023): Justine Ndiba & Jack Fowler
Justine and Jack were crowned the first-ever winners of the Love Island Games, but their relationship did not last. Four months after the finale, they confirmed they were just friends. Justine, as mentioned above, continues to be a successful influencer, and Jack is a DJ and music producer.
As the years pass and the cameras fade, the varied fates of these Love Island winners prove that a shared experience in a villa is just the beginning. While some couples find their happily ever after, others navigate new and unexpected paths, from career shifts to new relationships. The true legacy of each season is not just who wins, but how they use their newfound fame to build a life beyond the island.
