The lineup for Love Island: All Stars 2025 has finally been revealed, exciting fans eager for the beloved reality dating show's return. The all-star series is set to premiere on January 13th, and once again, familiar faces are coming back to the villa for a chance to find love.
This season's cast includes notable personalities from various previous series. Contestants making their return to the iconic South African villa include Curtis Pritchard from Season 5, who expressed nostalgia for his last experience: "I feel like I’m in a different stage in my life. The idea of settling down is a serious idea for me right now. I haven’t found my true love… so I thought, let’s give it another go." His light-hearted take adds to the anticipation of the upcoming drama and romance.
Alongside Curtis, Gabby Allen (Season 3) is hoping for her own shot at love. With eight years passed since she first graced the island, she feels ready to find 'the one.' Gabby noted, "I feel like I have all my ducks in a row…I just haven’t found the one yet," indicating both her growth and determination.
The lineup also includes Kaz Crossley from Season 4, who shares, "The first experience I had was so amazing and also so much fun! I’m even more mature now so I’m ready to find a relationship." Her excitement for revisiting the villa and mingling with previous contestants shines through her words.
Former islander Nas Majeed from Season 6 has some history to share, as he returns almost a year after splitting from his girlfriend Eva after their successful coupling on the show four years ago. "It was so much fun the first time around, waking up every day with a smile on my face — it feels like a full circle moment," he said, indicating his hopes for lasting connections this time around.
Olivia Hawkins, from the 2023 winter series, is also on the roster. She faced significant backlash after her first appearance, but now she hopes to clear misconceptions about herself: "I’m unapologetically myself. You can never please everyone and I’m OK with being a marmite character." Her determination to embrace authenticity adds another layer of intrigue to her return.
Ronnie Vint from Season 11 and Scott Thomas from Season 2 round out the cast, both eager for another chance at love. Scott expressed, "I feel like I finally know who I am. It might sound cheesy, but I’m ready to settle down and I’ve never been open to saying those words. Where else but Love Island?"
Other returnees include Indie Reynolds, who feels she’s ready for love after two and half years of being single, and Marcel Somerville, who humorously remarked, "Somehow every time my life’s at a crossroads, I’ve got the opportunity to do Love Island. So I thought, why not?" His experienced perspective is significant, as he still navigates the aftermath of his legal marriage.
The glamorous host Maya Jama will again serve as the anchor of the series, much to the delight of fans. After Laura Whitmore’s departure last year, Jama stepped up and has been welcomed back enthusiastically. The season will be filmed over approximately six weeks, and excitement buzzes around the villa’s South African setting, promising sun-soaked drama and romance.
The upcoming All Stars series is expected to create waves of nostalgia as familiar faces interact and alter the previous dynamics. Contestants like Marcel, who brings not only love advice but the weight of personal experiences, may have some enlightening tales to share from their pasts.
With such celebrated contestants and Maya's engaging hosting skills, expectations for Love Island: All Stars 2025 are skyrocketing. The season promises not just the nostalgia of former contestants meeting again but also the thrill of new relationships forming, ensuring fans will find thrills and unexpected twists.
Set your reminders, as the premiere on January 13th inches closer and viewers gear up to witness the much-anticipated rekindling of romance on Love Island: All Stars.