Love Island 2025: Winners Crowned as Summer Series Delivers Drama and Romance
Love Island Returns for Another Memorable Summer
Love Island UK returned for its highly anticipated 12th series in summer 2025, marking a decade since the show first captivated British audiences. The dating show kicked off on Monday, June 9th on ITV2 and ITVX, with host Maya Jama presiding over a fresh batch of singletons seeking love. The summer series once again proved why it remains one of the nation’s most-watched programmes for 16-34 year olds.
Winners and Finalists Emerge from the Villa
Toni Laites and Cach Mercer were crowned winners of Love Island 2025, beating runners-up Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley. After Toni’s relationship with Harrison came to a crashing end, she reconnected with Casa Amor boy Cach and their relationship went from strength to strength, with Toni moving from Vegas to London to give their relationship a real chance. The final featured four couples in what was described as an unusual season where none of the finalists had officially become boyfriend and girlfriend during their time in the villa.
Post-Villa Relationships Face Tests
Life outside the villa has proven challenging for many couples. Meg and Dejon remained boyfriend and girlfriend following the show, though recent reports have suggested potential drama. Reports from The Sun and a cryptic post by fellow cast member Emma Munro suggested that Dejon may be cheating on his girlfriend with another Islander, Alima Gagio. Meanwhile, Ben and Andrada split up just a week after being dumped from the Love Island villa, highlighting how quickly villa romances can dissolve in the real world.
Looking Ahead: All Stars Returns
As Love Island celebrates its 10th anniversary, the franchise continues to expand. Love Island All Stars officially returned for season two on ITV2 and ITVX on Monday, 13th January at 9pm, giving former contestants another opportunity to find love. This spin-off series demonstrates the enduring appeal of the Love Island format and its ability to keep audiences engaged year-round.
For British viewers, Love Island 2025 delivered another summer of memorable moments, dramatic recouplings, and genuine connections. Whether the winning couples can maintain their relationships long-term remains to be seen, but the show continues to prove it remains essential viewing for reality TV fans across the UK.