Love Island, with its addictive mix of romance, tension, and heated drama, has gripped audiences since its early days, first launching in 2005 and later skyrocketing to fame with its 2015 UK revival. This reality TV juggernaut takes single contestants (known as Islanders) and places them in a high-pressure villa, where coupling up is the only ticket to survival. New arrivals, heartbreaks, and shocking recouplings add to the explosive cocktail that keeps viewers hooked, all while the public votes to crown their favourite couple. The prize? Love—or at least a cash jackpot.
But let’s face it: the real prize for many Islanders has been fame, fortune, and influencer status. The show has undeniably dominated pop culture, creating stars and influencers left, right, and centre. Yet the question remains: out of all the hot villa romances, which ones actually made it in the real world? Are any of these relationships built to last beyond the glare of the cameras?
Let’s uncover which Love Island couples are still going strong in 2024!
UK Couples Still in Love
1. Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury (2019)
Status: Engaged and proud parents
These two are the royalty of Love Island Season 5. Defying the odds and reality TV stereotypes, Molly-Mae and Tommy stayed together and built an empire. Now engaged and parents to a daughter, this duo has turned their villa romance into a real-world fairytale. They are the ultimate Love Island power couple with careers booming and family life thriving.
2. Tasha Ghouri and Andrew La Page (2022)
Status: Still inseparable
They faced ups and downs in Season 8, but this couple has silenced the doubters. Tasha and Andrew’s love story continues flourishing outside the villa, proving that even the stormiest relationships can stand the test of time.
3. Indiyah Polack and Dami Hope (2022)
Status: Going strong
Another success story from Season 8, Indiyah and Dami have steadily built a solid foundation post-show. They’ve gone from strength to strength, and their connection seems more solid than ever.
4. Whitney Adebayo and Lochan Nowacki (2023)
Status: Together and thriving
These two from Season 10 have quickly become fan favourites. With their undeniable chemistry and growing bond, Whitney and Lochan are looking like one of the show’s newest success stories.
5. Molly Marsh and Zachariah Noble (2023)
Status: Steady and committed
After a rocky ride in the villa, Molly and Zachariah have proven their doubters wrong. They’re still navigating life together, and it seems their bond has only grown stronger.
6. Tom Clare and Samie Elishi (2023)
Status: Still an item
Fresh off Season 10, Tom and Samie have weathered the ups and downs of post-villa life. So far, they’re making it work—and fans are rooting for them to last.
USA Love Island Couples Holding On
1. Sydney Paight and Isaiah Campbell (2022)
Status: Solid as ever
Season 4’s Sydney and Isaiah defied the odds and have stayed together for over a year—a rarity in the fast-paced world of Love Island. Their relationship is a testament to what can happen when love conquers all.
2. Hannah Wright and Marco Donatelli (2023)
Status: Still going strong
Season 5’s Hannah and Marco are proof that even a reality TV whirlwind romance can last. They’re still enjoying life together, with their relationship looking more genuine than ever.
3. Carmen Kocourek and Kenzo Nudo (2023)
Status: Happily in love
Another successful couple from Season 5, Carmen and Kenzo have managed to take their connection beyond the villa and are still very much in love.
4. Bergie Bergersen and Taylor Thorne (2023)
Status: Testing the waters
This adorable pair has kept the sparks flying since leaving the villa in Season 5. They’re still figuring out their relationship, but for now, it’s looking promising.
Australian Love Island Success Stories
1. Claudia Bonifazio and Austen Bugeja (2022)
Status: Still strong
This Aussie couple from Season 4 has held on tight to their love, proving that their connection was more than just a TV fling.
2. Phoebe Spiller and Mitch Hibberd (2022)
Status: In it for the long haul
Another standout duo from Season 4, Phoebe and Mitch have kept the flame alive post-show, and their relationship seems rock solid.
The Heartbreaks: Couples Who Didn’t Make It
But not all relationships from the villa survive. Some high-profile breakups rocked the Love Island world in recent years:
- Paige Turley and Finley Tapp (UK, 2020): After more than three years together, this couple called it quits in 2023.
- Faye Winter and Teddy Soares (UK, 2021): After two years, this fan-favorite pair announced their breakup in 2023.
- Shaq Muhammad and Tanya Manhenga (UK, 2023): This Season 9 lovebirds lasted over a year but recently decided to part ways.
The Love Island Legacy: More Than Just a Game
While Love Island doesn’t always lead to forever love, it’s undeniable that some contestants find meaningful connections. The villa’s high-pressure environment forces intense relationships, and though not all survive, many exceed expectations. Some romances end in marriage, some spark lasting friendships, and others burn out quickly. But for those still going strong, Love Island has been more than just a game—it’s been the start of their happily ever after.
