Love Island bosses have confirmed the start date and location of the show’s tenth season – and fans won’t have long to wait.
Alongside the news, the Bosses also released a brand new picture of host Maya Jama as she prepares to host her second season of the reality show.
The 28-year-old Love Island presenter looked incredible in a pink satin mini dress that showed off her stunning physique as she posed for snaps.
Maya wore her raven hair in loose beachy waves and wore a palette of bronze makeup that only enhanced her naturally pretty features.
A statement released by the show confirmed Love Island will return to Mallorca on Monday 5 June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.
The summer comes! Love Island bosses have confirmed the start date and location of the show’s tenth season – and fans won’t have long to wait
Maya will return as host and will be directing all of the Villa action, having replaced former host Laura Whitmore in the show’s final season.
Meanwhile, famed comedian and narrator Iain Stirling returns to voiceover.
Also, Love Island: Aftersun returns to ITV2 and streams on ITVX, with Maya Jama presenting live from London every Sunday night.
Also this summer, the official Love Island podcast, Love Island: The Morning After, will return, hosted by Sam Thomspon and Indiyah Polak.
The Bosses also announced that the stars of this year’s summer series will be banned from any social media activity while unveiling their latest due diligence guidelines.
Bosses tested the new policy during their winter series earlier this year, with stars banned from loved ones at the villa updating their social media profiles in a bid to curb trolling.
And in their recent policy, bosses have confirmed that they will keep this new rule.
Stars will also complete video training sessions on topics including respectful behavior in relationships, controlling and coercive behavior and language related to disability, sexuality, race and ethnicity, and micro-aggression.
Update: Love Island bosses have announced that stars of this year’s summer series will be banned from any social media activity while unveiling their latest duty of care guidelines
This comes after the latest series was hit by hundreds of Ofcom complaints about “toxic” behavior from the female stars, with the exchange leaving her male co-stars in tears.
Bosses have officially rolled out a policy asking contestants to “pause” their social media accounts for the duration of their time on the show.
This is to ensure the stars and their families are “protected from the negative effects of social media.”
Former star Amy Hart gave her opinion on the ban after running her own social media from a friend during her time in the villa.
She said: “As I entered the villa I didn’t really consider that although my best friend was really excited about running my social media account, it was me who signed up for the show, not my family and not mine.” Friends.
“But it was they who had to read the death threats and the terrible news.”
“When I came out I got a great reaction because of the way I walked out and they were the ones who had a hard time when I was in there.”
Finalist Tasha Ghouri added, “I think this is great and needs to be done.” I think it’s 100% the right step in the right direction. I could see there was a lot less trolling and negativity.”
This year’s inclusion training consists of talks led by BCOMS (Black Collective of Media in Sport) Founder Leon Mann MBE with DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Advisor Hayley Bennett, Disability Specialist Shani Dhanda and Broadcaster Sean Fletcher .
Theatre! This comes after the latest series was hit by hundreds of Ofcom complaints about “toxic” behavior from the female stars, with the exchange leaving her male co-stars in tears
Update: Stars will also complete video training sessions on topics such as mutually respectful behavior in relationships, controlling and coercive behavior and language around disability, sexuality, race and ethnicity, and microaggression
Love Island’s due diligence protocols complete – ahead of the summer series
The full due diligence process is detailed below:
pre-shoot and filming
– Registered mental health professional involved throughout the series – from pre-recording to aftercare.
– Thorough psychological and medical assessments prior to filming, including assessments by an independent doctor, psychological counselor and reports from each islander’s GP to review medical histories.
– Prospective Islanders must confidentially disclose any medical histories that would be relevant to their acceptance into the villa and the production’s ability to provide a suitable environment for them.
– Managing Cast Expectations: Detailed verbal and written explanations of the pros and cons of participating in the series are provided to potential cast members throughout the casting process and are written into the contract so this is clear.
– Cast members are told to consider any potential ramifications of participating in the show and to work through this decision-making process in consultation with their family and those closest to them to ensure they feel it is the right thing to do is for her.
– The senior team on site has received training in mental health first aid.
– A welfare team dedicated to caring for the islanders both during and after the show.
post-treatment
– Tailored training on how to use social media, as well as advice on finances and settling into life at home.
– Upon returning home, each islander will be offered at least eight therapy sessions.
– Proactive contact with the islanders for a period of 14 months after the end of the series in which they appeared, with additional support if necessary.
– We encourage Islanders to secure management to represent and manage them after the show should they choose to participate in other TV shows, promotional campaigns or other public appearances.
– Tailored training on how to use social media, as well as advice on finances and settling into life at home.
– Upon returning home, each islander will be offered at least eight therapy sessions.
– Proactive contact with the islanders for a period of 14 months after the end of the series in which they appeared, with additional support if necessary.
– We encourage Islanders to secure management to represent and manage them after the show should they choose to participate in other TV shows, promotional campaigns or other public appearances.
First launched in 2022, these discussions address topics such as inclusive language and behavior, creating safe spaces, and the role of a good ally.
Prior to their appearance on the show, prospective islanders will also watch a video hosted by the show’s executive producer and head of welfare, interviewing former islanders about their experiences on the show.
This includes details on the two weeks before entering the villa, how they are coping with being filmed 24/7, interacting with the producers, supporting family, dealing with trolling and adjusting to life away from home Show.
All stars have access to an extensive aftercare package to support the islanders following their time on the show.
This year’s stars will also receive training on financial management, the impact of social media and how to deal with potential negativity, as well as guidance on assuming leadership roles after leaving the show.
Speaking of the show’s welfare efforts, 2021 winner Liam Reardon said: “I found the welfare chats helpful as they gave us a chance to take a little break from villa life and be able to talk to someone off camera.”
“It was nice to be able to talk to someone every few days who wasn’t at the villa and just listen or offer advice. “The psychiatrists were also a great help when times got a little difficult.”
Amy Hart added: “The welfare team were really supportive after I left.” I’ve also had a lot of therapy with the therapist I had at the villa so it’s been nice to continue the care and ITV has been really supportive of that .”
dr Paul Litchfield said: “Measures to protect the health and well-being of islanders continue to evolve in the light of experience and advances in best practice.”
“Love Island is considered by many to be the benchmark for the genre and its rigorous, evidence-based approach has helped raise standards across the industry.”
dr Matthew Gould added: “Maintaining continued creativity coupled with an increased duty of care is a difficult equation to balance and significant progress has been made in this regard.”
“It’s important not to stifle the spark and spontaneity that the islanders uniquely bring to the format.” “A determined focus on building the psychological evidence base will help maintain that balance.”
This comes after the Love Island winter series was hit by hundreds of Ofcom complaints about “toxic” behavior from the female stars.
Will Young and Shaq Muhammad broke down in tears after Casa Amor’s movie night antics were broadcast on the big screen.
A heartbroken Shaq broke down in tears after his co-star Tanya Manhenga dropped out with another competitor, Martin Akinola.
Meanwhile, Will sobbed after the women rushed to Jessie Wynter’s aid when he kissed another cast member in Casa Amor – but neither woman condemned Martin.
Olivi Hawkins, 27, spoke to Kai Fagan, 24, to ask him directly why he didn’t call her the least credible in the Knowing Me, Knowing You challenge.
During the tense scene, the actress said: “Your picking Claudia was a bit like being a cop and that confirms you’re quite wrong and I’d much prefer it if you just said Olivia so I don’t think so she’s real.” as water under the bridge.
Excitement: Shaq Mohammed was brought to tears after his co-star Tanya Manhenga dropped out with another competitor, Martin Akinola
Oh dear: Viewers of the controversial ITV reality series said they feared for the mental health of the male stars because of the women’s behaviour
An unimpressed Kai said, “Liv, listen, I can’t make an effort with this conversation, I said Claudia because I can’t make an effort with beef, I’m trying not to bite because I don’t want confrontation.” ‘
He added, “But if you tell Kai this and Kai that, I’m done with that, see you later,” as he stormed off.
Additionally, Ron was ridiculed and made to feel wrong for seemingly encouraging his male competitors to give the newcomers to Casa Amor a chance.
After the episodes aired, the series became embroiled in the “toxic femininity” controversy as viewers of the controversial ITV reality series feared for the mental health of male stars.
Some fans accused the girls of being hypocritical for celebrating their “sisterhood” but behaving just as badly as the men.
The female cast in 2023 has been called the “most manipulative and toxic” in the show’s history.
A male viewer said: “I have never complained to Ofcom but tonight I did.” “Emotional abuse and bullying is no joke – Tanya and Olivia need to talk to them.”
One viewer tweeted, “I never thought I would side with men.” “Some of these women are toxic,” while another tweeted, “Toxic femininity at its finest.”
Another wrote, “This women empowerment is too toxic for me.” There’s no harm in being self conscious babe. And many of you need to look in the mirror.’
An ITV spokesman said participants will be trained to speak inclusive language and behaviour, create safe spaces and be a good ally.
Love Island, produced by Lifted Entertainment, has Maya Jama returning as presenter and directing all the villa action in Mallorca.
Famed comedian and narrator Iain Stirling will voice every episode of the popular format.
Also this summer, the official Love Island podcast, Love Island: The Morning After, will return, hosted by Sam Thomspon and Indiyah Polak as they share their thoughts on the latest hookups, dumps and bombastic antics.
Love Island returns on Monday 5 June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.