Love Island USA Finale Live Updates: One Couple Splits, Another Goes Exclusive Before the Winner Is Announced

Amaya and Bryan Are Officially Exclusive!

5 minutes ago

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Amaya and Bryan were greeted at their date with snacks, champagne, and a book of photos from throughout their lives.

“I finally found my perfect glass slipper,” she told Bryan.

They both couldn’t stop smiling as they flipped through the photos and shared how happy they’ve made each other.

“If my light is too bright for somebody, wear sunglasses or something. That is not a me problem,” Amaya said, recalling how much it meant to her when Bryan had her back during the Stand on Business challenge. “You, you looked right into the sun.”

“Every time I talk to you, my energy’s up. I walk away smiling,” he said.

Then they took a Polaroid (and I’m not sure Amaya had seen one before, which was adorable).

Bryan then got a bit more serious and listed some of the things he loves about Amaya. “I definitely wanted to leave her and let you know that I want to make stuff exclusive with us and prioritize us. I want to continue taking the right steps with you.”

After Amaya said yes, they shared a sweet slow dance as sparklers flew. “Thank you for letting me be me,” she said.

“He makes me feel that fairy tales are real,” Amaya said in the Beach Hut.

Huda and Chris Tell the Others

15 minutes ago

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“We’re sitting on the water and … I couldn’t sit there and act like I was fine,” Huda told Iris and Olandria. She concluded, “I ended it with him.”

Chris told Nic and Pepe that Huda wanted to just be friends and noted, “I’ve seen all the red flags that I needed to see. … I’m going to find the right woman for me.”

“The date did not go anywhere near how I wanted to the date to go,” Chris admitted in the Beach Hut.

“I think I really handled this great. I didn’t yell,” Huda told the ladies. “I think I’m leaving here with a clear mind and I think I’m leaving here with a better me.”

Amaya Is ‘Sparkling’ for Her Date with Bryan

20 minutes ago

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“Is he ready for me? He better be,” Amaya told herself in the mirror after getting ready for her date.

“I’m sparkling, I’m body-oiled up, my lip gloss is popping, my heart is filled with nothing but love,” she said in the Beach Hut. “I feel like the most ultimate Dominican Cinderella that there is.”

Huda and Chris End Things on Their Date

23 minutes ago

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Chris and Huda’s dinner date was set on a floating platform with a difficult path to get there, so Chris carried Huda to her seat. Once they sat, he popped some champagne.

“Cheers to our first date,” they each said.

“I didn’t know what to expect coming in here,” he said. “I pretty much found what I was looking for, which was a genuine connection. And I really do appreciate you letting down some of your walls. … I really do like where this is going and I do see the potential in us.”

“There’s chemistry, but there’s also things that we need to work on,” Huda responded. “We need to address those things so that we don’t have like animosity towards one another. So I wanted to ask you if there were things that were bothering you.”

Chris then brought up the previous argument they had about kissing in public as well as the evening before when he wanted to sleep.

Huda explained that she felt rejected, and Chris shared that her reactions made him not want to show her affection. After the conversation got a bit more heated, Chris added, “I’ve given you the reassurance of me wanting to do this in the outside world which makes me feel like I know what you’re leaning towards.”

“There’s no more time in here to figure this out,” Huda said. “I’m not sure how we’ll be able to work on that if it’s long distance. I like you, and I want to continue to explore and get to know you, but at the same time, I’m scared that I’m going to do that and I’m going to be disappointed.”

A singer showed up and began singing “Moon River” as the two looked at each other, both frustrated.

Finally, Huda decided, “I think we should just be friends.”

Chris responded that he was just waiting for Huda to say it, and he’s going to separate himself from her. “I need to not like you anymore,” he said.

And then he got up and left her alone at the table.

A few minutes later, he came back for her and told her he wasn’t going to carry her back to dry land.

Huda and Chris Get Ready for Their Date

39 minutes ago

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Huda is NERVOUS. And Chris seems excited.

When Huda comes down the stairs, Chris gives Huda a twirl. He’s looking forward to addressing some issues “in a respectful way, and just go from there.”

Iris and Pepe Are Smooth Sailing

41 minutes ago

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The pair went sailing, snorkeling and talked about going on a date in Los Angeles together when they leave Fiji.

Chris Is Frustrated with Huda Again

53 minutes ago

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Chris woke up still frustrated with Huda over her threatening him for wanting to go to sleep rather than cuddle the night before. He confided in Bryan about the situation.

Huda then confided in Amaya, claiming the chain of events the night before went a bit differently than was shown, but she, too, was frustrated.

Still, Bryan managed to convince Chris to “put my best foot forward” for their date today. And Amaya urged Huda to have an honest conversation about Chris’ lack of affection the night before.

Nicolandria Get a Dream Date

1 hr 1 min ago

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The friends-to-lovers began their dream date recreating the Titanic moment at the front of a boat, followed by a beach walk filled with messages in bottles from fans.

“I feel like we missed so many signs along the way,” Nic said.

Their walk led them to a pretty picnic complete with champagne. Olandria spoke about planning to visit Nic in Florida and having dinner with his family.

“We’re kind of like a power duo,” Nic said. Olandria added, “Oh, this is going to be so much fun.”

“I do have love for you,” Nic said. “It’s like that seed that I just want to water and I’m really excited to see where this goes.”

“Me too,” she responded.

Messages from Nic’s dad and Olandria’s sisters brought them both to tears.

Nic Came Clean!

1 hr 30 min ago

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FINALLY! Nic just admitted to Olandria that he kissed her in the second challenge of the season, where people could secretly kiss people they were interested in other than their partners.

I have been waiting for this moment all season!

And it seems Olandria has too. She admitted she felt his beard and suspected that kiss came from him.

HERE. WE. GO!

1 hr 35 min ago

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The episode has dropped in my Peacock account. It’s 2 hours and 1 minute and I am ready to rumble. Let’s GO!

It kicks off with a full season recap, featuring many of the highlights, from Huda’s crash-out and Nic’s “Mamacita” moment to Amaya standing on business and Iris and Pepe getting together.

“Through it all, they were there for each other, forging lasting friendships,” Sterling said. “Tonight, only four couples remain but just one couple will win Love Island USA 2025.”

THIS JUST IN: Season 7 Is Getting a Reunion Special!

1 hr 47 min ago

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Peacock just announced that season 7’s winners and fan-favorite Islanders will be coming together for a reunion special. The photo above shows exactly how I feel about that, especially after last season’s unforgettable special.

Co-hosted by Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen (!), the reunion will premiere on Monday, Aug. 25 at 9 p.m. ET.

But that wasn’t the only announcement either: Love Island Games season 2, also hosted by Madix, will premiere on Tuesday, Sept. 16 on Peacock.

A Note on Spoilers…

2 hr 4 min ago

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Before I go any further with this live blog… I just want to note that I will be writing as I watch in real time. I won’t be fast-forwarding to see who won or mentioning the winners’ names until they are announced on my stream, even if I learn who they are through social media, etc.

Happy viewing, friends!

Have You Watched ‘Beyond the Villa’ Yet?

2 hr 39 min ago

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You know what makes for a fabulous appetizer to the Love Island USA meal we’re about to be served? Love Island USA: Beyond the Villa, featuring the unforgettable cast of last summer’s season, including Serena Page, JaNa Craig, Kenny Rodriguez, Leah Kateb and Miguel Harichi, Kaylor Martin and Aaron Evans, Connor Newsum, Kendall Washington and Olivia “Liv” Walker.

The first episode premiered earlier today and, needless to say, it was filled with drama. Kaylor and her bestie Liv are clashing, exes Kaylor and Aaron had to face each other for the first time since the reunion last year, and JaNa still has beef with Connor.

New episodes drop every Thursday beginning July 17.

Ariana Madix Keeps the Love and Tears Flowing

2 hr 53 min ago

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On Saturday night’s episode of Aftersun, Love Island USA host and self-proclaimed “glam reaper” got a bit emotional talking about the season.

“It’s been a really tough season for a lot of reasons,” she told Maura Higgins. ““The islanders who were eliminated, there’s been a lot of stuff that’s just been crazy,” Ariana acknowledged. “I just want them to know, and any islander who has also left the villa this point, I just want them all to know how much I genuinely really love them and appreciate them for putting themselves out there.”

Earlier on Saturday, the Love Island USA social channels posted yet another message reminding fans to be kind. (Sadly, they have felt the need to post a few of these this season.) “Our host and all islanders deserve respect and kindness for opening their hearts to the experience and to viewers everywhere,” it reads in part. “As this season comes to a close, let’s show them our love and support!”

Get a Sneak Peek at the Final Dates and Winner Ceremony!

3 hr 17 min ago

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Ahead of tonight’s finale, Peacock has released a surprisingly lengthy first look at the episode.

In it, we get a glimpse of all four couples on their final dates; each person, including Ariana Madix, rocking their final recoupling ceremony looks; and one last round of Amaya Papaya with the zoomies.

“I think actually this might be the best date I’ve ever had in my life,” Iris tells Pepe on a boat. “Everything happened for a reason.”

After sharing a spicy kiss earlier in the clip, Nic tells Olandria during their beach picnic, “I want to see where this goes.”

“With you, I don’t ever cry out of sadness,” Amaya tells Bryan. He says, “That’s what I, like, want in my life.”

After carrying her in his arms earlier in their date, Chris tells Huda, “I really am liking where this is going.”

“I wouldn’t change this experience for the world,” Huda later tells Iris.

As Olandria, who looks undeniably incredible in her black and gold final recoupling dress, concludes, “What a ride.”

So Who Did You Vote For?

3 hr 17 min ago

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With the departures of the season’s two strongest couples, Chelley Bissainthe and Ace Green and Clarke Carraway and Taylor Williams, both of whom felt strongly enough to agree to continue to date exclusively after the show, which duo earned your vote?

Let us know in the comments. Was it…

• Day 1 cast member Huda and Chris (aka Mr. “I could be overseas playing ball right now”)?
• Week 1 bombshell Amaya Papaya and Casa boy Bryan?
• Day 9 bombshells Iris and Pepe (her second serious connection and his third)?
• Day 1 pals-turned-snugglers Nicolandria?