Peacock announces Love Island USA season eight cast
Originally published Jul 12, 2026
By Carly Thomas · The Hollywood Reporter — Movies
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Key points
- Season eight cast details were revealed ahead of the June 2 premiere.
- Ariana Madix returns as host for her third season on the series.
- New episodes air daily during launch week, then Thursday to Tuesday.
- Love Island Aftersun will stream every Saturday with new hosts.
Peacock has released the initial lineup of contestants for the eighth season of its reality dating series, Love Island USA. The new season premiered on June 2 and will feature daily episodes during the first week before moving to a Thursday‑through‑Tuesday schedule, with the companion show Love Island Aftersun airing on Saturdays. The series returns with host Ariana Madix and narrator Iain Stirling, while fans can continue voting via the official app. Peacock reminded viewers to keep social media interactions kind and positive as the show continues its record‑breaking viewership streak from last year.
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