Love Island fans to 'play cupid' and decide on couples in major shake-up in new series

Love Island's youngest star Gemma Owen might be a stunning rising star, but she's still the baby-faced daughter of footballing legend Michael Owen in many people's eyes. The international dressage rider has already been at the centre of some villa drama, after Italian hunk Davide, 27, stole her away from student Liam to leave him single, and vulnerable. But while Gemma continues to turn heads, let's turn back time and look at the young star's transformation from her pigtails days on daddy's arm, to bikinis and heels on ITV2's infamous reality TV series.

Tasha Ghouri is currently soaking up the sun in the Love Island villa, but back in the UK she has a lavish home in London. The model and dancer, 23, has already caused a stir in the villa, with both Andrew Le Page and Luca Bish fighting for her affections in recent episodes.

Love Island 2022 is well underway, with drama already happening and romances beginning to heat up in the iconic villa. A whole new batch of singletons have headed to Mallorca in search of long-lasting romance and while some seem to be forming connections, others haven't been so lucky.

With Love Island back on our screens, a whole host of singletons are looking to find love in the popular dating show’s new Majorcan villa. Among one of the contestants to join the lineup is Luca Bish, who has been coupled up with fellow Islander Paige Thorne since day one. And while the 23 year old may be on the lookout for love, before his time on the show, the Brighton-based fishmonger briefly dated a familiar face.

Love Island fans were left frustrated on Wednesday night as the show ended on a cliffhanger after new bombshells Afia Tonkmor and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu's dates were announced. On Tuesday, the hit ITV2 show unveiled two new bombshells with the public picking who they go on dates with after Davide Sanclimenti picked his new partner Gemma Owen, who had been coupled up with Liam Llewellyn.

Love Island fans have been left shocked after Luca Bish made a huge blunder by talking to his current partner Paige Turley about his potential love interest Tasha, making Paige's 'head spin'. Whilst the UK public voted to put Luca, 23, and Paige, 20, in a couple together from Day One of season eight of the hit ITV show, Luca’s attentions have been focused on 23 year old Yorkshire dancer, Tasha Ghouri. It seems that his affections are being returned by the blonde beauty, however, drama has ensued, after Luca has accused Tasha’s partner Andrew Le Paige, 27, of ‘snaking him’.

Love Island's eagle-eyed fans were super excited to spot new islander Amber Beckford sporting a designer accessory in the villa during tonight's episode.The 24 year old London nanny looked effortlessly chic in a white tailored jumpsuit for the evening's party. Wearing her wavy brunette locks loose around her shoulders, the reality TV beauty also showed off a classic Chanel brooch on her lapel.The brooch was made in the designer's traditional style - two Cs mirroring each other, and appeared to be glistening with diamonds.

Love Island fans were left in hysterics on Wednesday night as Liam Llewellyn appeared to make a pronunciation gaffe while reading a text message that revealed he had been selected to go on two dates with the new bombshells to arrive in the villa. After spending one night single, Liam is hoping to get lucky in love as he dates both newcomers Afia Tonkmor, 27, and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, 27, in the hopes of coupling up.

Love Island's Gemma Owen was left stunned on Wednesday's episode after the public voted for Liam Llewellyn to go on two dates with new bombshells Afia Tonkmor and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. On Tuesday, the hit ITV2 show unveiled two new bombshells with the public picking who they go on dates with after Davide Sanclimenti picked his new partner Gemma, who had been coupled up with Liam.

Two new "bombshell" contestants have arrived at the Love Island villa in Majorca. Afia Tonkmor and Ekin-Su Cülcüloglu joined the existing islanders at the end of Wednesday's episode of the ITV dating programme.

Love Island fans have called for the return of past Islander Curtis Pritchard after they noticed a lack of coffees were being made in the villa during the 2022 series. Viewers will recall that Curtis, 26, was always on hand to make his fellow Islanders a hot beverage during the 2019 series of the hit ITV2 dating show.The professional dancer even told ex girlfriend Amy Hart in one scene when she suggested they cuddle in the morning: "I know and I also want to be the person that gets up and makes everyone a coffee so everyone is ready for the morning." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .

Gemma Owen, the daughter of England football ace Michael Owen, has previously complained about her millionaire father cutting off her pocket money when she was 18. The now 19 year old, who is a contestant on this year’s Love Island, was less than impressed when her father told her to “get a job” in a pub, to earn her own money. Michael and international dressage rider Gemma appeared on Emily Dean's Walking The Dog podcast, and as they took a stroll in Wiltshire, Michael spilled that his eldest daughter was ‘fuming’ at his suggestion that she find work.

With the latest series of Love Island underway, a new crop of contestants have entered the new Majorcan villa in an attempt to find love. And while cameras may have been rolling for less than a week, it takes a lot longer to prepare for the show, according to former contestant Rosie Williams. Rosie, 30, rose to fame when she appeared as a bombshell in the 2018 series and quickly won over fellow Islander Adam Collard.

Love Island star Indiyah Polack admits she's been feeling "awkward tension" between her and her partner Ikenna Ekwonna during tonight's instalment of the ITV2 series.The couple were paired up during the launch show after a surprise twist from presenter Laura Whitmore revealed the public had chosen the couples for the first time ever. And while she wasn't sure about the decision initially, 23 year old Indiyah later told the Beach Hut that she assumed they must have something in common as viewers had put them together. Despite that, a few days in the villa hasn't seen the duo's connection grow.

Love Island host Laura Whitmore has warmed the hearts of her fans on social media as she shared rare photos featuring her daughter on social media – with many fans commenting they couldn’t believe how quickly the little one has grown up. The 37 year old, who is married to Scottish comedian Iain Stirling, began hosting Love Island in 2020, following a successful career as a model, actress, and presenter on both television and radio.

Gemma Owen is already making waves in the Love Island villa, just three days into the brand new season. Despite initially being coupled up with 23 year old Welsh student, Liam Llewelyn, the 19 year old daughter of football ace Michael Owen was swiftly snatched from his clutches by newcomer, ‘Italian Stallion’, Davide. The 27 year old Italian chose to couple up with Gemma on Tuesday night’s episode of the show, leaving Liam single and vulnerable.

Love Island star Tasha Ghouri previously got close to Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice after the pair went on a string of secret dates, according to reports.The 23 year old is currently looking for her romantic match on the ITV dating show months after she is said to have enjoyed a romantic fling with the Italian dancer. Tasha and Giovanni, 31, reportedly first connected through Instagram, slipping into each other’s DMs, before meeting in person in January, when they began dating.

Love Island season eight only started on Monday, but there’s already been a big shakeup for the couples, after new arrival, ‘Italian stallion’ Davide, chose to couple up with Gemma Owen, leaving her former partner Liam single and vulnerable. A new Love Island spoiler sees Michael Owen’s daughter, Gemma, happy to be coupled up with Davide, who she set her sights on since his arrival to the villa, although it would seem that she is still keeping her options open. Speaking in the Beach Hut, Gemma, 19, says of her new coupling: “Me and Davide are now a couple which I’m quite excited about.

A dating expert has revealed that Love Island's Luca Bish is likely to "have his head turned" while partnered up with Paige.The couple were put together by the public, on day one of the brand new 2022 series. And despite having some chats, discussing sex positions and getting along, Luca has also been quick to get to know some of the other girls, including Tasha.

As Love Island's 2022 series got under way, the first couple was revealed as Dami and Amber as voted for by the public. Dami Hope and Amber Beckford seemed relatively content with their pairing, with Amber saying: "I mean yeah, why not, I suppose we'll see" with Dami adding: "I'm happy, I'm happy!" And it turns out things are about to heat up between the pair on Wednesday June 8 episode, as they share their first kiss after a chat at the bar.

Love Island ’s Luca Bish has branded love rival Andrew Le Page “a snake” as the two go head to head to try and win the heart of Tasha Ghouri. In scenes due to air on Wednesday’s edition of the popular ITV dating show, Luca and Andrew sit down to have a chat about how they’re finding the first few days of villa life - and who in particular they have their eye on. Discussing where his head’s at Luca says: “There are five sexy girls in the Villa.

Love Island's first look at tonight's instalment has shown Gemma Owen and Davide Sanclimenti racing straight to the marriage and kids conversation already, as the pair discuss their hopes for the future on their first date.The shocker of day two in the villa saw Italian newcomer Davide, 27, picking to couple up with Gemma, 19, who was with Liam Llewellyn at the time. But while things started to kick off between the islanders, as Liam admitted Gemma was still "top of his tree" for girls to graft with, Davide and Gemma were already getting moon eyes for each other. “Me and Davide are now a couple which I’m quite excited about.

Things are hotting up in Wednesday’s episode of Love Island, as Amber Beckford and Dami Hope share a steamy smooch as the Islanders prepare to welcome two more bombshells to the villa. Dami, 26, who currently works as a microbiologist, has been paired up with nanny Amber since Monday’s launch episode, which saw the first couplings decided by a public vote rather than the contestants themselves.

The cast for The Challenge: USA has been confirmed and it features 28 contestants from your fave past reality shows like Big Brother, Survivor, The Amazing Race and Love Island.

“The Challenge: USA” announced today the 28 CBS reality stars audiences have come to know, love and sometimes hate from “Survivor,” “Big Brother,” “The Amazing Race” and “Love Island” that will compete in the most unpredictable and demanding game they’ve faced yet. The all-star group headed for this new “Challenge” installment include “Survivor” winners Tyson Apostol, Ben Driebergen and Sarah Lacina, “Big Brother” winner Xavier Prather, “The Amazing Race” winner James Wallington, and “Love Island” winner Justine Ndiba.

New Love Island contestant Liam Llewellyn has kept quiet about his famous sports star dad.The Newport student, 22, has more in common with former partner Gemma Owen, 19, than it may seem, as they both come from well-known sporting families. Liam’s dad has been revealed to be Welsh rugby hero David Llewelyn, a former Wales International Rugby Union player. David, known as Dai to friends, now trains other professional athletes including new Welsh boxing talent Joe Cordina, who won the super-featherweight title this month.

Big Brother 23 winner Xavier Prather and Survivor victors Tyson Apostol, Ben Driebergen and Sarah Lacina are among the 28 fan favorites who will compete on The Challenge: USA this summer on CBS.

has set its official return on its new U.S. home, Peacock, announcing on Wednesday that it will kick off the latest iteration Tuesday, July 19.Episodes will drop six days a week, much like the original British franchise.According to Peacock, the new -- which moved to the streaming service with a two-season pickup after a three-season run on CBS — promises to be «hotter than ever.» A new crop of islanders will couple up in new surroundings to compete in «naughtier games and sexier challenges.» Throughout their stay, temptations will rise and drama will ensue as Islanders are forced to decide if they want to remain with their current partners or “recouple” with someone new.

While Kéllé Bryan has a slew of TV stints under her belt – from The Bill to Hollyoaks – many will have forgotten that she featured on Love Island in 2006. Kéllé shot to fame on The Bill in the 1990s, to later form girl group Eternal alongside Easther and Vernie Bennett, as well as Louise Redknapp. Following her acting and singing success, Kéllé went on to join the line-up of Celebrity Love Island 2006.

Leicester TV royalty Mr Motivator is to become a queen for the night. The colourful character is set to glam up like never before and appear in drag for a new ITV show. Mr Motivator, whose real name is Derrick Evans, is one of six male celebrities who will take part in ITV’s one-off drag spectacular, Queens For The Night.

Walls inside the Love Island villa are brimming with secrets, and while the cameras are recording 24/7, there are some activities the cameras won't catch. If only the walls could speak... but luckily former Islander winner Kem Cetinay can.

Love Island favourites Faye Winter and Teddy Soares have been soaking up the sun in Ibiza after recently jetting off on a romantic getaway together. Faye, 26, and Teddy, 27, who met on the popular ITV2 dating show back in 2021, have been documenting their lavish trip on Instagram and the pair look as loved-up as ever.

From rumour to reality, Love Island bombshell Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has officially stepped into Series 8 of the sun-soaked reality TV series. The Turkish actress arrived alongside 25 year old Lounge Host Afia Tonkmor during last night's episode. Italian stallion Davide, 27, had just chosen to steal Gemma Owen, 19, during the first recoupling of the season when, in another twist, it was revealed that two new contestants would be entering the villa that night Introducing: 27 year old Ekin-Su.

Jenna Bush Hager has been working hard to make her health and fitness a priority - and it shows. The hard-working mom-of-three posted a photo with her new reading suggestion to her Instagram book club but fans couldn't get over her appearance. MORE: Prince Louis' hilarious connection to Jenna Bush Hager revealedJenna looked radiant with a fresh haircut, pink lipstick and glowing complexion. Her toned arms were on display as she wore a sleeveless, black top. WATCH: Jenna Bush Hager shares surprising beach throwback Fans couldn't get over how great she looked and commented: "You look so cute and summery! So does the book," and, "You look amazing! Wowsa," and, "picture perfect Miss Jenna".Others asked for her beauty secrets, called her new hair, "beautiful," and said: "I don't know how you do it!"MORE: Hoda Kotb left unnerved by Jenna Bush Hager's uncomfortable confession - and fans are in hystericsMORE: Today's Al Roker's wife Deborah Roberts mourns heartbreaking sudden deathEarlier this year, she was inundated with praise after detailing her healthy lifestyle transformation. During her show Hoda & Jenna, Hoda Kotb took a moment to say how great she looked. Fans were in awe of Jenna's appearance "Can I tell you something that I've noticed and our viewers have noticed over the past few weeks," she said."People have noticed that there's like a transformation that's been happening with you.