Love Island USA: Meet the Florida Couples in the Finale Countdown!

Lake Worth Beach, Florida, USA - The excitement is palpable as fans of „Love Island USA“ gear up for the Season 7 finale, which is set to air on Sunday, July 13, on Peacock. The stakes are high as one lucky couple will take home a grand prize of $100,000. With just five couples remaining in the villa, including two contestants from Florida, the suspense is keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. This season has been full of twists, turns, and fan voting shaping the course of relationships and eliminations.

As of July 9, the remaining islanders include two Floridians: Chelley Bissainthe from Orlando and Nicolas Vansteenberghe from Jacksonville. The current couples of this reality show are Ace Greene with Chelley Bissainthe, Amaya Espinal paired with Bryan Arenales, Olandria Carthen with Nic Vansteenberghe, Huda Mustafa with Chris Seeley, and Iris Kendall with Pepe Gonzalez. Tuesday night brought some drama as viewers learned who their favorite couple was, with the least favored pair—Taylor and Clarke—being eliminated via a text notification to the islanders. This season has seen a total of 21 contestants say goodbye, shaping up one of the most competitive realities on television.

The Viewing Experience

„Love Island USA“ has embraced the digital age, with new episodes premiering nightly from Thursdays to Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET. The show films in real-time but airs with a slight delay of one to two days, allowing fans to stay engaged in the unfolding drama. For those looking to catch up or dive into the fun live, the series streams on both Bravo and Peacock. Fans can enjoy episodes the same night they air, with various subscription plans available for Peacock at $7.99/month or $79.99/year, and there’s even an ad-free option available for those looking for uninterrupted viewing at $13.99/month or $139.99/year, according to the Palm Beach Post.

Interestingly, „Love Island USA“ has recently been making headlines for its success on streaming platforms. It’s been ranked as the No. 1 most-watched streaming reality series for two consecutive weeks as of late June 2025, boosted by the excitement following its premiere on June 3. This surge in popularity has seen viewership quadruple from the season’s debut, with a significant amount of audience engagement occurring on mobile devices. It’s clear that „Love Island USA“ is doing a good deal for Peacock’s standing among streaming services.

Viewer Engagement and Future Content

Fan involvement continues to play a big role in shaping the show, with viewers able to vote for their favorite couples through the official „Love Island USA“ app available on both the Apple Store and Google Play Store. This direct involvement influences eliminations and dates, keeping fans eager to tune in each night. The finale will also see the premiere of a new spinoff series titled „Love Island: Beyond the Villa,“ featuring familiar faces from Season 6, set to join the festivities on July 13.

With 39% of the Season 7 audience being new viewers and the considerable increase in social media interactions—over 54 million from June 2 to June 19—it seems „Love Island USA“ is capturing hearts and attention like never before. The show’s social media presence has skyrocketed, exemplified by TikTok’s staggering 623 million video views from the current season, reflecting a 232% increase from the previous one.

As „Love Island USA“ heads towards its finale, there’s no denying that the combinations of reality tea, fan votes, and cash prizes make for a riveting watch. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just tuning in for the fun, this season’s finale promises to be a memorable watch as relationships are put to the test and cash prizes await—who among these brave islanders will seize the day?

For the latest updates, be sure to keep an eye on Palm Beach Post, NBC Insider, and NBC Universal for every juicy detail.