Announcement of the Victorious Contestants of Love Island's 2025 Series after a Highly Dramatic Run
In a thrilling live finale on Monday night, Toni Laites, the first American contestant in Love Island UK, and her partner, Cach Mercer, were crowned the winners of the latest edition of the popular ITV2 reality series.
Toni and Cach, who finished fourth in the initial stages, managed to win the hearts of the viewers and the returning contestants, ultimately securing their place as the champions. The runners-up were Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley, while Yasmin Pettet and Jamie Rhodes, and Angel Swift and Ty Isherwood finished in third and fourth place, respectively.
The elimination of Dejon Noel-Williams and Meg Moore before the finale was a shock to many viewers, as they were voted as the least compatible couple by the returning contestants.
The surge in popularity of Love Island can be partially attributed to the success of the American counterpart and increased social media engagement. The show's official TikTok account gained 1 million new followers throughout the year. ITV executives also confirmed the return of Love Island All Stars for a third series, set to take place over six weeks in South Africa early next year.
Streaming on ITVX has also shown a significant increase, with a 9% rise compared to the previous year. However, the contestants for the third series of Love Island: All Stars have not been publicly revealed as of August 2025.
Upon winning, Toni and Cach expressed their gratitude to the UK, stating, "We are so grateful for this incredible journey and for all the support we've received from the UK. We can't wait to start this next chapter together."
This season of Love Island is on track to be the most-watched since January 2023 due to increased popularity. With the announcement of the return of Love Island All Stars, fans are eagerly awaiting the lineup for the third series, set to air in early 2026.
Toni and Cach, victorious on Love Island UK, acknowledge the significant impact of social media on the show's success, mentioning the growth of the official TikTok account for the series. As entertainment enthusiasts, they stay updated with the upcoming third series of Love Island All Stars, eagerly awaiting its premiere on various streaming platforms.
