The opening lineup for Love Island: All Stars Series 3 featured 12 returning Islanders: Whitney Adebayo, Millie Court, Belle Hassan, Helena Ford, Jess Harding, Leanne Amaning, Ciaran Davies, Jack Keating, Sean Stone, Tommy Bradley, Charlie Frederick and Shaq Muhammad. ITV’s press pack links each Islander to a previous numbered series. They were the initial cast, not the full season lineup, which grew as new Islanders arrived.
Who was in the opening cast of All Stars Series 3?
ITV’s January 5, 2026 Series 3 press pack identified these 12 returning Islanders and the numbered series in which each previously appeared:
| Islander | Previous Love Island series |
|---|---|
| Whitney Adebayo | 10 |
| Millie Court | 7 |
| Belle Hassan | 5 |
| Helena Ford | 12 |
| Jess Harding | 10 |
| Leanne Amaning | 6 |
| Ciaran Davies | 11 |
| Jack Keating | 8 |
| Sean Stone | 11 |
| Tommy Bradley | 12 |
| Charlie Frederick | 4 |
| Shaq Muhammad | 9 |
Was this the complete season cast?
No. These 12 were the opening lineup. The ITVX Series 3 episode catalogue describes later arrivals, including Curtis and Lucinda in episode 11 and US Islanders in episode 18, as well as additional entrants later in the run. The catalogue lists 40 episodes and identifies episode 40 as the finale; the opening press pack alone does not provide a complete list of every Islander who entered.
When and where did the series air?
ITV announced that Series 3 would begin on ITV2 and ITVX on January 12, 2026, with Maya Jama hosting and Iain Stirling narrating. The planned run was six weeks in South Africa. These are the original UK schedule and format details, not an upcoming premiere listing.
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- WILL YOU PLAY FOR LOVE OR PLAY THE GAME: Step into the ultimate reality show experience! Compete to be crowned the hottest Islander in the Villa by smashing challenges, coupling up, and dodging those Red Flags
- SPICE UP THE BANTER: Draw from 169 distinct Villa Life Cards featuring iconic show segments like the Fire Pit, the Hideaway, Stand on Business, and Vibe Checks that will have your friend group properly roasted
- THE COUPLING CEREMONY: Find your connection! Secretly write down the name of the Islander you want to couple up with on your heart board. Will you play a loyal real one or a Bombshell baddie
- CATCHING RED FLAG DRAMA: Watch your banter, babe! If you catch enough Red Flags, you’ll find yourself packing your bags and skipping a turn. But don’t worry! You’ll be back soon as a hot new Bombshell
- OFFICIAL LOVE ISLAND PARTY GAME: This officially licensed adult party game from Jazwares is designed for 4-6 players, ages 18 and up; includes 169 Life Cards, 100 Villa Tokens, 6 Heart Boards, and 6 dry-erase markers
For the United States, NBCUniversal’s January 9, 2026 announcement named Peacock as the streaming destination and scheduled a January 14 premiere with daily episodes. That announcement also identified the filming location as the 25-acre Ludus Magnus estate in Franschhoek, South Africa. The announced U.S. premiere date has passed; check the service catalogue for current availability in your location.
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Best Value
- Escape room game for the home.
- For 1 to 4 players.
- 60 to 120 minute playing time.
- Includes materials for single use.
- This game can be played only once, because you markup, fold, and tear the game materials.
Rank #4
- Love Is Blind Game: Will you find true love in the Pods? Secretly test your love compatibility with friends in this fun & flirty card game version of your favorite Netflix reality series, Love is Blind
- Couples Party Game: Adopt a secret identity & icon to answer questions to see who you REALLY connect with; at the end, announce the icon you had the most matches with & want to marry; that player reveals their identity & finds their match
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Rank #3
- 🌹REALITY TV BOARD GAME: Lovestruck is a hilarious & immersive party game for 5-10 players that recreates the jaw-dropping moments of reality dating shows (e.g. Love Island, Love is Blind, The Bachelor, etc.). You DO NOT need to watch reality TV shows to play!
- 🥳️ IMMERSIVE GAMEPLAY: Lovestruck recreates the reality TV experience. Step into a reality TV character and get ready for some ~drama~! It’s the perfect party game for game night, parties, adults, teens, large groups, and even bachelorette parties.
- 📺 PLAY AS A REALITY TV CONTESTANT: Choose from your favorite reality TV characters such as “The Party Animal,” “The Troublemaker,” “The One Over 30,” etc.
- 💔 KEEP YOUR INTENTIONS SECRET: Players are either here for the “RIGHT REASONS” and looking for love, or here for the “WRONG REASONS” and looking to get famous.
- 👫 COUPLE UP TO WIN (OR LOSE): To win contestants must couple up with someone here for the “right” reasons before the Season Finale. But people may not always be who they seem...
Rank #2
- Love Island meets Never Have I Ever: Show-inspired cards bring the drama and excitement of the villa straight to game night
- Unfiltered Party Game: Race to clear your hand as you and your friends spill the tea, confessing "I Have" or "I Have Never" to delightfully dramatic prompts
- Surprise-Filled Gameplay: Add juicy plot twists to gameplay with special event cards that keep every round unpredictable and entertaining
- Designed for Ages 17 and Up: Made for 3-6 players ages 17+; perfect for game nights, watch parties, and friend hangouts
- All-in-one Set: Includes 230 cards, 6 Paddles, Instructions
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