After six weeks in a sun-drenched Fijian villa, Amaya Espinal and Bryan Arenales emerged victorious on July 13, 2025, claiming the coveted $100,000 prize and making history as the first Latino couple to win Love Island USA. In a heartfelt finale, Bryan entrusted Amaya with a choice between two envelopes, one empty and one with the cash. She chose the empty one, and he agreed to split the winnings equally, highlighting their genuine bond and emotional connection.

The Final Four

The top four couples, chosen by public vote, included:

1. Amaya & Bryan – Champions
   
   
2. Nic Vansteenberghe & Olandria Carthen – Runners‑up
   
   
3. Huda Mustafa & Chris Seeley – Third
   
   
4. Iris Kendall & Pepe Garcia – Fourth

During the finale, Huda and Chris decided to part ways amicably, citing personal growth and different paths. In contrast, Nic & Olandria delivered a heartfelt performance as runner‑ups, and Iris & Pepe secured fourth place.

America’s Vote & Viewer Influence

The U.S. audience played a major role in shaping the outcome. Public votes throughout the series determined eliminations, with early fan favorites like Clarke & Taylor—who had deep post‑Casa Amor chemistry, shocking fans by being dumped just before the finale. This democratic influence also factored into the final win for Amaya and Bryan.

Ups & Downs in the Villa

Season 7 had no shortage of drama, thanks to bombshell entrances, intense challenges, and hot-tempered confrontations.

• Casa Amor stirred chaos. New arrivals like Zak tested existing bonds, and sparks flew as Nic drifted from Cierra to develop a connection with Olandria.
  
  
• The iconic “Stand on Business” challenge triggered tears and tensions, spotlighting fault lines among contestants and notably sparking redemption moments for Amaya.
  
  
• Emotional breakups took center stage, Huda's on‑screen split with Chris during the finale sparked significant buzz, marking a “first” for the franchise.
  
  

Controversies & Social Media Storms

This was perhaps the most controversial season yet, with two contestants departing under scandal:

• Yulissa Escobar exited early after resurfaced racist video clips, leading to her removal before audiences knew the full story..
  
  
• Cierra Ortega left in Episode 30 after Instagram stories revealed racist slurs, sparking widespread criticism and sparking introspection around casting protocols.
  
  

These exits triggered strong reactions. Cierra later revealed she received threats and described the backlash as “online brutality.” Podcast clips of Yulissa also stirred discussion, though she maintained uncertainty about the specifics.

Season Highlights & Cultural Reach

• Viewership exploded: Over 1.2 billion minutes viewed within a week of premiere, making it Peacock’s most-watched original across platforms .
  
  
• Social media dominated, with 600+ million TikTok video views, memes, and viral recaps amplifying fan engagement .
  
  
• The season tackled Gen Z emotionality, addressing mental health, vulnerability, and modern relationships—garnering praise for authenticity .
  
  
• Fan reactions were mixed: while many championed Amaya’s emotional honesty, some critics argued Bryan “rode her coattails.”

What’s Next for the Islanders

• A reunion special is scheduled for August 25 in New York, hosted by Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen, promising to unpack unresolved tensions and follow-up on romances.
  
  
• “Love Island: Beyond the Villa”, a spinoff featuring season 6 alumni, already launched, adding viewers insight into ex-Islanders’ post-show life.