Love Island kicks off with a huge twist for series 13

The show is back on our screens tonight!

Love Island host Maya Jama with this year's Islanders
Author: Alex RossPublished 9 hours ago

It's that time of year again! ITV/STV dating show Love Island is back on our screens for a 13th series, as host Maya Jama welcomes a new bunch of Islanders into the villa in an attempt to find love.

Ahead of the launch show on Monday 1st June, bosses have announced the island of love has had the 'ultimate shake-up'.

ITV/STV say: 'For the first time in the show's history, the launch is set to kick off at night. With Maya Jama returning as host, a brand new batch of sexy singles will enter the Villa in style for an exclusive welcome party under the stars.

'Plus, in true Love Island style, a summer of twists, turns, and tests awaits them from the very first moment...

'Expect the unexpected with surprise arrivals, shifting loyalties, and instant sparks. The new series promises even more of the unforgettable moments and unmissable messiness that have defined the show since it first hit screens in 2015'.

Maya Jama

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When does Love Island start?

Series 13 will begin at 9pm on Monday 1st June, with new episodes airing every night.

Who are the Islanders?

After months of rumours, 12 Islanders were unveiled last week, including quantity surveyor Robyn from Liverpool, primary school teacher Sean, and 27-year-old West End performer Ope.

Check out the Islanders below:

Lorenzo

Age: 28
Job: Business Owner
From: Hertfordshire


Lorenzo said: "I think drama is fun! As long as no one is crying, all is fair in love and war. It'll be interesting to see what unfolds…"

Mica

Age: 21
Occupation: Student
From: Barbados (lives in London)


Mica said: "I do not want a really egotistical, cringey man. That's not my vibe at all. I can't have someone who's more into themselves then they are me. They need to be obsessed with me."

Robyn

Age: 21
Job: Quantity Surveyor and DJ
From: Liverpool


Robyn said: "Finding love is my only goal. There may be a little bit of drama but I'm going in there for myself so I've got to do what I've got to do. But I would like to think I'm a girl's girl and that I handle situations quite well. I've got a mature brain."

Sean

Age: 25
Job: Primary School Teacher
From: Galway


Sean said: "I'm here for love but also here for drama. I won't be getting involved in it, I might be mixing it!"

Ellie

Age: 24
Job: Real Estate Videographer
From: West Lothian


Ellie said: "I want to find love but if drama comes from that then so be it. I want love and I'm not going to not fight for it."

Samraj

Age: 25
Occupation: Model
From: Birmingham


Samraj said: "Best case scenario I'm walking out with someone I really connect with. My first girlfriend. But I don't mind a bit of drama, it's fun! As long as no one is getting hurt."

Sam

Age: 25
Job: Electrician
From: Dudley

Sam said: "I definitely want to find love. I've had a good year being single and dating, but I'm at a stage now where I want to settle down and find the love of my life."

Lola

Age: 28
Job: Detective
From: Kent

Lola said: "I'm not overly into drama to be fair, I'm such a chilled person. I do like watching it but I don't want to be a part of it. I'm really looking for love, I want a boyfriend again. I want to find someone who is actually the love of my life, like obsessed with me kind of thing. I think I'm missing someone who is obsessed with me!"

Angelista

Age: 24
Job: Nurse
From: Staffordshire

Angelista said: "Finding love is my goal. I'm not here for drama, I'm non-confrontational. It's entertaining to watch from the sidelines, I just don't want to be involved in it!"

Ope

Age: 27
Job: West-End Performer
From: Lincolnshire

Ope said: "I'm not here for the drama and I want to find love, however the drama could be funny. I love the 'watching with a telescope, ooh what's going on, sip the tea' kind of vibe. I'm not here for the drama…but I'm here for the drama."

Jasmine

Age: 27
Job: Fashion Business Owner
From: Dubai (lives in London)

Jasmine said: "Straight for the goal. Life's too short to play it safe, that's boring. You don't go on Love Island to play it safe."

Aidan

Age: 23
Occupation: Property Broker
From: Kent

Aidan said: "Finding love is definitely the goal. That said, I do enjoy a bit of drama. I probably wouldn't get fully involved but I'd definitely be listening, taking it in - maybe stirring the pot a little bit."

What channel is it on?

As usual, Love Island airs on ITV2/STV2 and ITVX/STV Player.