Love Island
From recoupling drama to Casa Amor bombshells, heres everything that went down.
And of course, to know more about the winners of the 2023 Winter season.
An eclectic bunch, right?
Throughout the series, many more contestants joined the line-up, including the Casa Amor hopefuls.
With every week going forward, the Islanders dwindled till we found our final winning couple.
Read on to find out what you gotta know.
Tanya Manhenga
First to be confirmed to be heading into the South AfricanLove Islandvilla wasTanya Manhenga.
The 22 year-old is currently studying biomedical science in Liverpool, alongside making a living as an influencer.
Tanya and Shaq were among the couples who made it to the finale and came fourth in right now.
They left the villa in an exclusive relationship as girlfriend and boyfriend.
I want a boyfriend, I want to find someone who makes me laugh.
Anna left the villa on Day 9.
), travel (ditto), and his little sister (adorable).
In the villa he was looking for the right girl, I feel like I have quite high expectations.
Clearly, Kai met his match.
Will Young
No, not that Will Young.
WinterLove IslandsWill Youngis a fifth generation farmer from Buckinghamshire.
Love Islandwill give me time away from the farm to solely go out and find love.
I think Im at the time of my life where Im mature enough to go and find a wife.
Lana Jenkins
Luton-based make-up artistLana Jenkinsonce appeared inBenidorm.
Shes also quick to drop the L-bomb.
I fall in love quickly, she said.
Unsurprising then that commitment-prone Lana became exclusive with Ron Hall soon after the Casa Amor recouplings.
Tanyel Revan
26-year-old hair stylistTanyel Revanis based in North London but lives the true jet-set life.
Its not hindered me in any shape or form.
The couple made it to the final and placed second in the winter season.
Shaq Muhammad
London-based airport security officerShaq Muhammadhad high expectations forLove Island.
I thought, why not be in the sun and potentially meet the love of my life?
Hopefully I do come out with my future wife, he said before entering the villa.
Shaq and Tanya also made it to the finale episode and came fourth.
And she appeared in a James Bond film, opposite Daniel Craig.
Originally from Brighton, the actor and ring girl hoped to bring fun and vibes to the villa.
Maybe a little bit of drama!, she added.
After much drama, Olivia left the villa with beau Maxwell Samuda on day 45.
Haris Namani
The TV salesman from Doncaster has never found love.
I think this is the show that can help me, Haris Namani said ahead of entering the villa.
Its the best opportunity for me to find the girl and find the right one.
Ive obviously not found the right one myself.
The lucky lady will know they are the right one when he takes her home to meet the fam.
Haris left the villa on Day 9, following the controversy surroundinga video published byThe Sunof an alleged fight.
Usually, bombshells are chosen by producers behind-the-scenes, but this year, theres been a shake-up.
So, who were the contenders?
Ellie Spence
Norwich-based Business Development Exec Ellie promised drama, fun and a bit of unpredictability.
Those sun-loungers had better watch out.
Im a good laugh, a good vibe.
Im not snakey, I dont like that kind of stuff, he explained.
If Ive got an issue with someone Ill speak to them.
Amongst all the drama, Tom went on to fall in love with fellow bombshell Samie Elishi.
Whilst Tom and Samie didnt bag the title, they came in third.
Sadly, Zara left the villa single on day 17 after a love triangle with Tom and Olivia.
I havent met the right one yet, he told ITVX, adding that he has got certain standards.
One particular ick for David is girls who sing karaoke all messy to songs like Wonderwall in the bar.
David wasnt just looking for love in the villa, though.
He was also excited to form new platonic relationships.
Im actually excited to meet new people, aside from a partner, friends as well.
She finished the series in fourth place, having arrived in the villa on the first day.
This time around, the 26-year-old wanted to keep open to other opportunities within the new batch of singles.
I want to be testing the waters by being open-minded and giving everyone a chance.
Sadly, this tactic didnt work too well for Aaron and he left the villa on day 19.
The 24-year-old is hoping to use his loud, outgoing, and chatty personality to make a love connection.
Adding that, Whenever I suggest a girls trip, everyones staying in with their boyfriends.
I want someone to do that with, too!
And her best quality?
Im a really honest person and I have no filter.
I wont take rubbish from anyone, especially when it comes to guys.
Casey was in the villa to look for the one, he said.
I feel like now is the time to settle down and find a girlfriend.
Ive always said I want to be married with kids by the time Im 30.
Im 26, so we are getting there!
The couple were eliminated from the villa on day 51.
The senior HR advisor was looking to find a genuine connection with someone having focused on his career.
I want to go into the villa and build a genuine connection with no distractions.
Despite his good intentions and undeniable charm, Jordan left the villa on day 26.
Claudia Fogarty
On Feb. 7, 28-year-old Claudia Fogarty entered the villa as another bombshell.
Bringing her northern charm from Blackburn, Claudia also has a notable family member.
Her dad is former motocross Carl Fogarty who won the 14th series ofIm A Celebrityin 2014.
Hailing from Buckinghamshire, the new bombshell had her eyes set on Casey OGorman.
The 24-year-old works as an industry placement advisor and has a surprising phobia of frozen food?!
you could follow her on@RosieSeabrook.
The 24-year-old is a professional rugby player representing Leigh Leopards in the Betfred Super League.
Take a look at the 12 islanders who tried to stir up the drama below.
Im aware that I might have to take the boxing gloves off and get the grafting gloves on.
Frankie left the villa on day 32.
Kain left the villa on day 32. you’re able to follow him on Instagram@kain.reed.
Ryan Weekley
Steel erector Ryan Weekly hoped to bring the cool into Casa Amor.
Ill let a girl know if Im interested but Id never put pressure on anything, he said.
Cynthia Otseh-Taiwo
25-year-old dental receptionist Cynthia Otseh-Taiwo from London is all about eye contact.
When you dont look at a guy, they take it that youre not interested.
She was set to eye potential suitors in the villa, as well as potentially stepping on peoples toes.
Yet she left the villa on day 32. you might keep up with Cynthia on Instagram@CynthiaTaiwo_.
Layla Al-Momani
Layla Al-Momani was ready to stand out among the Casa Amor Islanders.
She also fancies the cheeky lad Ron and Shaq.
Shes also after a guy thats not too serious and can have a laugh.
I also need someone thats very energetic and exciting, he cant be boring.
Sadly, Lynda left the villa on Day 32. you could follow her on Instagram@lyndaflix.
Sammy is very adventurous, and is also a big manifester.
Ive manifested everything thats come into my life.
you could follow Sanam on@Sanamiee.
I cant wait to get into the villa and meet all of the islanders.
This Morninghosts Alison Hammond and Dermot OLeary asked Jama for her all-timeLove Islandhighlight.
Get them all in, the nans and grandads, she said.
This comes after the previous season sawdomestic abuse charities calling out the male contestants misogyny and casual sexism.
This article was originally published onJune 23, 2022
