Ariana Madix Replaces Sarah Hyland
Talk about a bombshell! Ariana Madix is returning to the Love Island Villa, but this time as the new host of Love Island USA. The Vanderpump Rules star announced she’s stepping in to host the upcoming sixth season of the hit Peacock reality dating competition series.
Ariana Madix Stirs Up Some Trouble in Paradise as New Love Island USA Host
In a video shared to her Instagram on March 29th, Ariana revealed, “Talk about a bombshell! This summer I’m trading rhinestone buckles for bikinis. I’m hosting the next season of Love Island USA streaming this summer on Peacock. I can’t wait to stir up some trouble in Paradise!”
The 37-year-old recently made her Love Island USA debut with a special cameo on season 5 during the July 25th episode. Ariana hosted the game “Mr. and Miss” as the contestants answered personal questions about their dates. “We are going to play my favorite ever Love Island game – Mr. and Miss. But here’s the thing, tonight’s winning couple will win a prize that’s never been given out on Love Island history. Everyone ready to play?”
Of course, the reality star made sure to poke fun at her messy breakup with ex Tom Sandoval amid his cheating scandal, telling the Islanders, “If they’re not the one for you, trust me, it’s better to find out sooner rather than later.”
Why Sarah Hyland Departed as Love Island USA Host
Ariana will be replacing former Love Island USA host Sarah Hyland. The Modern Family star addressed speculation she wouldn’t return in an Instagram story on March 27th, writing:
“I’m disappointed the news had to break this way, but, indeed, I will not be returning to the island this summer. I have committed to an exciting project that will be announced soon that conflicts directly with the shooting dates for Love Island USA. While I’m sad I can’t return, I hope to see lots of love this summer on Peacock!”
Ariana Brings Her Unique Hosting Style to Love Island
With her quick wit, blunt honesty, and ability to stir the pot (just ask her Vanderpump co-stars!), Ariana is sure to bring a fresh and entertaining dynamic to the Love Island Villa. Fans can expect her to dole out tough-love advice, play provocative games, and maybe even reveal some personal stories to inspire authentic connections.
As a relationship veteran who recently went through a public breakup, Ariana can certainly relate to the emotional rollercoaster of trying to find love on reality TV. Her genuine interest in the contestants’ journeys and willingness to get courageously vulnerable will likely encourage the Islanders to open up as well.
The combination of Ariana’s been-there-done-that perspective and her no-bulls**t attitude is exactly what Love Island needs to combine drama and heartfelt moments. Buckle up because it’s bound to be a wild, heart-racing ride!
In the end, Ariana’s takeover as the new host of Love Island USA is a brilliant decision that will elevate the show’s entertainment value and emotional stakes. Audiences are in for one hot, drama-filled summer when the sixth season premieres on Peacock,