Love Island is a reality dating show where a group of attractive, single people, usually in their mid-twenties, live together in a villa on an island, isolated from the outside world. Their goal is to "couple up" with another Islander—whether for love, friendship, or strategic survival—in order to remain in the villa. Those who fail to be in a couple during re-coupling ceremonies are eliminated or "dumped" from the island. Throughout the show, contestants face new arrivals and twists, participate in challenges and games, and go on dates. They interact under constant video surveillance, with communication limited to texts between Islanders or updates about the competition. Public voting plays a role in determining which couples remain and who wins the final prize. The winning couple, decided by viewer votes, takes home a cash prize, such as £50,000 in the original British version or $100,000 in the American version. The show is known for its mix of romantic drama, friendships, challenges, and social dynamics, making it a widely popular and addictive reality TV format.
