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We got a text — and it has some major news about the future of Love Island. Peacock confirmed on Friday, November 7, that Love Island: Beyond the Villa has been renewed for a second season and will premiere in early 2026. The reality show follows former season 7 Islanders as they return to their homes after a life-altering summer in Fiji. Cameras will roll as new couples and hopeful singles navigate their newfound fame. Surrounded by familiar faces and past connections, the former Islanders are bound to test their romantic relationships in the real world, resolve unfinished business with their exes and discover that life outside of the villa comes with its own set of challenges. While season 1 of Beyond the Villa featured cast members from Love Island USA season 6, including Miguel Harichi, Leah Kateb, Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, season 2 will look a lot different. Peacock confirmed that Gracyn Blackmore, Jeremiah Brown, Clarke Carraway, Hannah Fields, Pepe Garcia, Iris Kendall, TJ Palma, Andreina Santos, Chris Seeley, Belle-A Walker, Coco Watson and Taylor Williams will be part of the cast. Love Island USA season 7 winners Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales have also agreed to participate in the show — even though they are no longer together. “Bryan and I are no longer together,” Amaya wrote via her Instagram Story on August 27 when confirming her split. “After leaving the villa, it became very clear that we were on two different journeys. Our visions didn’t align and relationships are supposed to be a team sport. You don’t have to drink the whole sea to know it’s salty. All love here.” In a separate post, Bryan wrote, “Unfortunately, we were not on the same page, and that is OK. We both gained clarity that we are on different paths right now. I am thankful for the time we have spent together, and I wish her nothing but the best moving forward.” Although Peacock teased “other Islanders from season 7” will also be involved with Beyond the Villa season 2, some fans may notice some familiar names missing from the list. What Is the Best Reality Franchise of All Time? Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe, as well as Allen “Ace” Steve Greene and Michelle “Chelley” Evelyn Bissainthe are not featured. Jeremiah’s ex Huda Mustafa and Nic’s former love interest Cierra Ortega are also not included in the original casting announcement. Cierra was previously forced to leave the villa amid a racism scandal. As for Huda, she recently apologized for appearing to laugh at a racial slur used on a recent livestream. As production on Beyond the Villa season 2 kicks off next week, BravoCon fans are in for a treat as Jeremiah, Amaya and Iris are expected to appear at the Las Vegas convention on Sunday, November 16. Fans will be able to interact with the Islanders during a panel session on the Bravoverse Live Stage as well as through a photo opp. Tickets are available online now. Steam old episodes of Love Island: Beyond the Villa and Love Island USA now on Peacock.
