What Time to Watch and What to Expect From the Shocking ‘Love Island USA’ Season 7 Reunion

The lengthy episode, hosted by Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen, promises drama, confrontation and unseen footage.

Amaya Espinal, Bryan Arenales on ‘Love Island USA’ Season 7. / Ben Symons/Peacock

Love Island USA fans, the wait is finally over. Season 7 delivered the drama, romance and chaos we all signed up for, and now the Islanders are back together for one last time in the highly anticipated reunion episode.

The logistics

The special airs tonight, Monday, Aug. 25, exclusively on Peacock at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET, and if history is any indication, the drama won’t stay in the villa—it’s coming straight to our screens.

The episode will be hosted by Ariana Madix, who has kept viewers entertained all season with her quick wit, sharp commentary, and, of course, her jaw-dropping outfits. She’ll be joined by reunion maestro Andy Cohen, ready to dig into every messy moment that didn’t make it into the finale.

What to expect

Couples

Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales / Ben Symons/Getty Images

At the center of the conversation are winners Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales, who made history as the first Latino couple to win the series. In the trailer, Arenales teases a “lapse in judgment” on a recent night out, and fans are eager to hear the full story. The moment has sparked speculation about what it could mean for their beloved “Amaya Papaya,” especially since the pair unfollowed each other on Instagram just days before the reunion.

Iris Kendall and Pepe Garcia / Ben Symons/Getty Images

Fourth-place finishers Iris Kendall and Pepe Garcia quickly won over America after fellow Islanders voted off their original partners—a twist that sparked plenty of tension and tears. The duo entered together as bombshells in episode nine, stayed close friends for weeks and finally coupled up in episode 30.

While they left the villa looking strong, things have since shifted. Kendall unfollowed Garcia and shared cryptic Instagram stories set to Fleetwood Mac’s “Silver Springs,” hinting at a split.

Meanwhile, Chelley Bissainthe and Ace Greeneremain one of the season’s most talked-about duos. Since leaving the villa, they’ve been navigating their relationship without putting an official label on it. Chelley has been clear about wanting a romantic “will you be my girlfriend” gesture, and tonight could finally be when Ace makes it official—or admits he isn’t ready.

Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe / Ben Symons/Getty Images

Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe, on the other hand, have been thriving since leaving Fiji. The couple is a certified fan favorite, racking up millions of views across TikTok and Instagram with their playful posts and undeniable chemistry.

They’ve already landed multiple high-profile and even higher-traffic campaigns together, turning their villa romance into a full-blown brand, and their ever-growing fandom is proof that they’re just getting started.

Controversy

Viewers can also expect a fiery showdown between Bissainthe, Carthen and Huda Mustafa. Teasers suggest Bissainthe and Carthen are calling Mustafa out for betrayal, which means tears, raised voices and possibly some walk-offs are on the horizon. Add in extended footage from the infamous Heart Rate Challenge, clips that reportedly shocked even the Islanders, and fans are in for a reunion packed with revelations.

And then there’s the wildcard: Cierra Ortega. Removed mid-season after racist social media posts resurfaced, viewers are now wondering if she’ll return for the reunion. On TikTok last month, she said she would not appear, but we’ll have to wait and see to know for sure.

Whether Cierra shows up or not, her name will almost certainly come up in conversation.

Love Island USA may have wrapped its steamy seventh season, but the story isn’t over. Tonight’s reunion promises to deliver the closure, confrontations and shock twists that fans have been waiting for. Grab your popcorn—things are about to get messy.

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How to watch

The Love Island USA Season 7 reunion airs tonight, Monday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET exclusively on Peacock. You’ll need a Peacock Premium subscription to stream the episode in the U.S., so make sure your account is set before the drama kicks off.

The special will be available to watch on demand after it airs, but if you want to follow along live with the fandom on X and TikTok, tune in right at drop time.

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