The sun is shining, but trouble is already brewing in the villa as Love Island All Stars 2026 makes its explosive return to screens tonight, 15 January 2026. The iconic spin-off's third series promises a season of high drama, kicking off with a brutal new game and a major twist that puts the power firmly in the public's hands.
Iconic Entrance and Instant Drama
Host Maya Jama made a stunning entrance to welcome the first batch of returning Islanders, who wasted no time in stirring the pot. The initial line-up includes Jess, Whitney, Tommy, Charlie, Belle, Ciaran, Helena, Jack, Leanne, Sean, Millie, and Shaq. The drama ignited instantly as the singletons were grilled about their real-life connections outside the villa.
Tommy confessed to having previously messaged Jess, while Ciaran admitted he had recently slid into her DMs, hinting at an early romantic rivalry that could define the opening days. With past histories bubbling to the surface, the stage was set for a tense and unpredictable series.
'Good or No Good' Game Sparks Friction
Maya Jama, 31, quickly launched the Islanders into a saucy new challenge called 'Good or No Good'. Gathering everyone around the iconic fire pit, she tasked the female Islanders with assessing the male contestants. Each girl was given a set of sashes to place on the boys, labelling them either 'good' or 'no good' for her, and was required to plant a kiss on her top pick.
Millie chose Charlie as her 'good' match, giving him a smooch, but handed Ciaran the 'no good' sash, claiming he was "too young" for her. However, Belle immediately changed Ciaran's fortunes, branding him a "gentleman" and kissing him, while giving Sean the 'no good' label for his infamous "sweetie lines," which she declared she "can't do."
The game escalated tensions, with one Islander accusing another of breaking "sister code" and a second complaining a kiss was given "for a laugh." One popular male star ended the game with four sashes, indicating he had made a significant first impression.
Public Vote Bombshell Rocks the Villa
Just as the Islanders thought they were getting a handle on the villa dynamics, Maya Jama dropped a seismic twist. After the game, she revealed that the viewing public had already voted to decide the initial couples, completely stripping the contestants of control over their own fate.
"They have decided who they think is good for you and they have coupled you up," Maya announced. "I will be back later with the results but in the meantime have a look around, get grafting, get to know each other and I will see you later."
This shock intervention means the Islanders must now navigate relationships chosen for them by the nation, a move guaranteed to create instant drama and potentially awkward partnerships from the very first night.
Fans will have to wait until tonight's episode airs at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX to discover which Islanders the public has paired together. With past flames, secret messages, and a divisive game already causing friction, the results of the vote are sure to deliver the dramatic start the All Stars series is famous for.
