Attention Love Island fans! Peacock has unveiled the cast for Love Island USA Season 5, featuring a group of 10 hopeful singles on a quest for love. Watch the exciting cast debut video above and explore the gallery below to learn more about these captivating individuals.
Premiering on July 18 exclusively on Peacock, Season 5 of Love Island USA takes place in a stunning villa in Fiji, where a fresh batch of attractive singles will reside. Hosted by Sarah Hyland, with narration by Iain Stirling, this season will also feature a special appearance by Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix.
Prepare for an exhilarating journey as the Islanders face thrilling challenges and unexpected twists during their time in this tropical paradise. Throughout the season, new “bombshells” will arrive, tempting the existing couples to either stay committed or explore new connections. Adding to the excitement, viewers at home will have the power to vote, determining who continues their quest for love and who leaves heartbroken.
To watch Love Island USA season 5 in the UK, Ireland, Canada, and Australia, you can easily do so by using a VPN with US servers and accessing it on Peacock TV.
Love Island USA Season 5 will kick off with a supersized premiere on Tuesday, July 18, exclusively on Peacock. New episodes will be released daily at 9/8c during the premiere week, followed by regular daily releases, excluding Wednesdays. As the most-streamed Original reality competition series in Peacock’s history, Love Island USA promises non-stop entertainment.
The executive producers of the show include David George, Adam Sher, Simon Thomas, Ben Thursby-Palmer, Andy Cadman, Iona Mackenzie, Claudine Parrish, Tom Gould, Richard Cowles, Mike Spencer, Richard Foster, and Chet Fenster. Produced by ITV Entertainment, an ITV America company, the series is based on a format owned by Lifted Entertainment and GroupM Motion Entertainment, distributed by ITV Studios.
Get ready to meet the first 10 members of the Love Island USA Season 5 cast below!
Don’t miss the Season 5 premiere of Love Island USA on Tuesday, July 18, at 9/8c, exclusively on Peacock.
Anna Kurdys
Age: 22
Hometown: Boca Raton, Florida
Currently Lives: St. Barthelemy & Boca Raton, Florida
Occupation: Criminal Justice Student
Fast Facts:
- She openly admits to being a “walking red flag” because she tends to fall in love with one guy and then quickly develop feelings for another.
- She has a keen ability to sense if a guy is interested in her just by the tone of his voice. She enjoys pursuing guys who are highly desired by other girls.
- Anna’s taste in men is quite varied, so she intends to flirt with as many attractive guys as possible and wants to captivate them with her lively and cheerful blonde personality. If a guy she likes begins talking to another girl, we might witness Anna’s jealous side emerge.
Destiny Davis
Age: 27
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Currently Lives: Florissant, Missouri
Occupation: Microbiologist
Fast Facts:
- She proudly declares herself as an “Alpha” dater, meaning she takes control and makes all the decisions in her relationships.
- In a fit of frustration when her ex-boyfriend ignored her calls, she resorted to putting sugar in his gas tank.
- She boasts that she has never been turned down by any guy she sets her sights on.
- She has a fondness for Southern men and is open to exploring various types, but she finds tall guys particularly attractive. She is eager to find someone who matches her energy and completes her life.
Jasmine Sklavanitis
Age: 24
Hometown: Mount Morris, Illinois
Currently Lives: Nashville, Tennessee
Occupation: Trauma Stepdown ICU Nurse
Fast Facts:
- During her upbringing in the quaint town of Mount Morris, Jasmine and her friends would often venture along the backroads, searching for enjoyable activities in their small community.
- Following a disagreement with her most recent boyfriend, Jasmine decided to leave her old life behind and make a fresh start in Nashville. Exhausted by relationship games, she longs for a partner who prioritizes self-care and doesn’t approach life with excessive seriousness.
- Jasmine is particularly attracted to men with dark hair and tattoos, although it’s not a strict requirement. She typically gravitates towards individuals adorned with ink.
- She proudly claims the title of “Queen of Talking Game,” implying that she excels in the art of flirtation and conversation.
Kassy Castillo
Age: 22
Hometown: Zachary, Louisiana
Currently Lives: Fort Worth, Texas
Occupation: Real Estate Student
Fast Facts:
- Kassy is originally from Peru and Mexico City but has been living in Texas since high school.
- She tends to develop feelings for people quickly, but often ends up choosing partners who aren’t a good fit for her.
- In fact, she once got a tattoo on her lower lip just to catch a guy’s attention.
- Kassy enjoys listening to bedtime stories for grown-ups, and she has a strong interest in spirituality and a fondness for crystals.
Vickala “Kay Kay” Gray
Age: 25
Hometown: Palestine, Texas
Currently Lives: Palestine, Texas
Occupation: Travel Nurse
Fast Facts:
- Vickala, also known as “Kay Kay,” is from East Texas and had a rural upbringing rather than a city lifestyle. She enjoyed adventurous activities like riding four-wheelers in the mud and horseback riding without a saddle. She fondly describes her upbringing as fun and rustic.
- Recently, she was in a relationship with a man whom she believed was her soulmate, only to discover that he was already married with two children. This revelation shattered her expectations.
- To improve her chances of finding a suitable partner, Vickala changes her dating profile location to distant places, allowing her access to a wider range of potential matches. She is even willing to travel for over four hours to go on a date.
- Vickala acknowledges that she has a tendency to feel jealous in relationships and admits to this aspect of her personality.
Carsten “Bergie” Bergersen
Age: 23
Hometown: Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Currently Lives: Madison, South Dakota
Occupation: Dairy Queen Manager
Fast Facts:
- Bergie grew up in a small town in Minnesota, where his nickname was passed down through generations. His dad and grandpa are also called “Bergie” in their hometown.
- During his time in college, his longest relationship lasted for 10 months.
- Bergie has a remarkable memory for even the smallest details after meeting someone just once.
- In his search for a partner, Bergie desires a woman who shares his values. He has a preference for taller girls, believing they offer “more to cuddle with.” He is a hopeless romantic eagerly waiting to give his heart to his dream woman. He even maintains a journal filled with love letters dedicated to his future wife.
Keenan Anunay
Age: 23
Hometown: Washington, DC
Currently Lives: Atlanta, Georgia
Occupation: Student
Fast Facts:
- Keenan’s greatest passion is football. It not only brings him joy through the game, but also instills him with confidence during his high school years. However, due to the immense time and emotional commitment football requires, Keenan admits that he has never been able to fully settle down or invest in other things.
- His celebrity crush is Mariah the Scientist, someone he admires and finds attractive.
- Keenan possesses excellent cooking skills and is considered a great cook.
- There was an incident when he confronted a girl for pretending to be someone else online, a practice known as cat-fishing.
Leonardo Dionicio
Age: 21
Hometown: West Hartford, Connecticut
Currently Lives: West Hartford, Connecticut
Occupation: Salesman
Fast Facts:
- Leonardo comes from a highly competitive family, where the drive to excel has always been emphasized. His twin sister is currently a soccer player at Yale, while his older brother played baseball at UMass-Amherst. Leonardo himself was a Division I baseball player.
- He believes his single status is due to his ability to spot potential problems in relationships from a distance, often referred to as “red flags.”
- Leonardo has a celebrity crush on Eva Mendes, finding her particularly attractive.
- In his opinion, many men struggle to attract women nowadays because they rely on cliché pickup lines. Leonardo takes a different approach, using eye contact, his sense of humor, and his fluency in Spanish as tools to charm and secure dates.
Marco Donatelli
Age: 22
Hometown: Youngstown, Ohio
Currently Lives: Boca Raton, Florida
Occupation: Chiropractic Student
Fast Facts:
- Marco, who hails from Youngstown, Ohio, has a reputation for being a mischievous troublemaker, and he embraces this aspect of his personality. He enjoys being unapologetically bold and brash.
- When it comes to dating, Marco has no trouble attracting attention from single ladies. His phone is constantly buzzing with text messages and direct messages, although he doesn’t always respond. He appreciates the thrill of being pursued.
- Marco’s preferred age range for dating is quite broad, ranging from 19 years old and beyond. He is open to connections with individuals of any age.
- Having played college football in the past, Marco has a background in the sport.
- Growing tired of the typical casual encounters and hook-up scene, Marco desires to find a partner who values family and wants to build a future together. He seeks someone who shares his focus on long-term commitment and establishing a meaningful relationship.
Victor Gonzalez
Age: 28
Hometown: Madrid, Spain
Currently Lives: Atlanta, Georgia
Occupation: Student/Wrestler
Fast Facts:
- Victor was born in Spain and raised in a conventional family consisting of two parents and a sister. Wrestling was his initial love, and he dedicated many years to the sport. Eventually, his skills led to a scholarship opportunity in the United States.
- In addition to his wrestling accomplishments, Victor achieved success in Spain by winning a National Wrestling Championship. He also participates in rugby.
- At present, Victor is working on writing a romantic novel, showcasing his creative side.
- Aside from his other pursuits, Victor has been asked to portray Aquaman at children’s parties. While he finds the job enjoyable, it can sometimes become awkward. Particularly, he finds it amusing when moms are more eager to take pictures with him than their own children.
Source: tvinsider
