Love Island series 13 kicks off tonight.
Love Island returns to our screens tonight as a fresh group of singletons head to Mallorca in search of romance, fame and a share of the £50,000 prize fund.
With host Maya Jama back at the helm and producers teasing a launch-night twist unlike anything seen before on the show, anticipation is building ahead of the first coupling ceremony. Twelve original Islanders will enter the villa on opening night, but as always, bombshell arrivals and unexpected recouplings are likely to shake things up throughout the summer.
Ahead of the new series, we've taken a look at the latest Love Island betting odds, the contestants entering the villa and everything you need to know before the opening episode.
Love Island Odds
Top Female Contestant Odds
| Contestant | Odds |
|---|---|
| Jasmin Muller | 11/2 |
| Angelista | 6/1 |
| Mica Harris | 6/1 |
| Robyn Langton | 6/1 |
Jasmin Muller heads into the villa as the current favourite among the female contestants. The 27-year-old fashion business owner has already attracted plenty of attention before entering the show and is expected to be one of the standout personalities of the series.
Behind her, Angelista, Mica Harris and Robyn Langton are all priced at 6/1.
Top Male Contestant Odds
| Contestant | Odds |
| Aidan Murphy | 4/1 |
| Sean Fitzgerald | 9/2 |
| Ope Sowande | 5/1 |
| Samuel Workman | 6/1 |
Among the men, Kent property broker Aidan Murphy is the early market leader at 4/1. Punters appear to be backing his laid-back personality and confidence to make a strong first impression in the villa.
Sean Fitzgerald is close behind at 9/2, while West End performer Ope Sowande is also attracting support at 5/1. Electrician Samuel Workman rounds out the leading contenders in the men's market.
When Does Love Island Start?
Love Island 2026 begins on Monday, June 1, with the opening episode airing at 9pm on ITV2.
The launch show will introduce viewers to the 12 original Islanders and feature the first coupling ceremony of the series. Producers have hinted that viewers can expect a major surprise during the premiere, with a twist that has never previously featured in the show's history.
Where To Watch Love Island UK
Fans can watch Love Island live on ITV2, with the launch episode beginning at 9pm.
A later broadcast will also air on ITV at 10:45pm for viewers who miss the original showing.
Every episode will be available to stream on ITVX, allowing fans to catch up on all the drama from the villa.
Maya Jama returns as host for the 2026 season, while Iain Stirling continues his role as the show's narrator.
Love Island Season 13 Contestants
Twelve Islanders will enter the Mallorca villa on opening night:
Female Contestants
- Robyn Langton (21) – Quantity surveyor and DJ from Liverpool
- Mica Harris (21) – Student from Barbados, now living in London
- Ellie Chadwick (24) – Real estate videographer from West Lothian
- Lola Deal (28) – Detective from Kent
- Angelista (24) – Nurse from Staffordshire
- Jasmine Muller (27) – Fashion business owner from Dubai, now living in London
Male Contestants
- Aidan Murphy (23) – Property broker from Kent
- Lorenzo Alessi (28) – Business owner from Hertfordshire
- Sean Fitzgerald (25) – Primary school teacher from Galway
- Samraj Toor (25) – Model from Birmingham
- Samuel Workman (25) – Electrician from Dudley
- Ope Sowande (27) – West End performer from Lincolnshire
The opening episode will see the Islanders meet for the first time as they attempt to make connections and secure a place in the villa. With bombshells expected to arrive in the coming weeks, staying coupled up will be crucial for anyone hoping to remain in the competition.
