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Dramatic Love Island recoupling scenes will on Thursday night as the new series achieves its highest viewership since its first episode in June.
Host Maya Jama, 29, thrilled fans on Wednesday with her sexiest outfit yet as it was revealed she is heading into the villa.
The Islanders have been enjoying the fan favourite Casa Amor storyline where six new boys and girls try to sway them away from their partners.
Each series alternates between the boys and girls going to new villa Casa Amor and this year the girls went and the boys stayed.
Islanders in both villas have visibly had their head turned by the new bombshells, but fans will have to wait and see whether or not they will choose to recouple with them.
Dramatic Love Island recoupling scenes will on Thursday night as the new series achieves its highest viewership since its first episode in June (pictured: Joey Essex)
Host Maya Jama, 29, (pictured) thrilled fans on Wednesday with her sexiest outfit yet as it was revealed she is heading into the villa
The Islanders have been enjoying the fan favourite Casa Amor storyline where six new boys and girls try to sway them away from their partners (pictured: Casa Amor girls)
Wednesday's episode of ITV dating show reached a 1.4 million peak viewership, making it the highest-rated episode of the current series.
The episode also pulled the biggest 16-34 overnight audience of this series so far, with 449,000 hits.
The series as a whole is up to 76 million streams after 28 episodes - a 10 million on the 2023 summer series.
At the recoupling, Maya will ask the boys to stand up one by one.
They must then reveal whether they wish to stick with their current partner or recouple with someone new.
In a first look, Sean, currently with Matilda, is heard admitting he has felt 'like he’s been a little kid in a sweet shop' during Casa Amor.
This comes as no surprise to fans who watched him enjoy a steamy kiss with new girl Diamanté.
Also at the firepit, Mimii's partner Ayo brazenly declares: 'I’m all up in the air to be fair.'
He had previously claimed Mimii's energy wasn't enough for him and has also gotten physical with a new girl, Jessica.
Wednesday's episode of ITV dating show reached a 1.4 million peak viewership, making it the highest-rated episode of the current series
In a first look at Thursday's recoupling, Sean, currently with Matilda, is heard admitting he has felt 'like he’s been a little kid in a sweet shop' during Casa Amor
This comes as no surprise to fans who watched him enjoy a steamy kiss with new girl Diamanté (pictured)
Also at the firepit, Mimii's longterm partner Ayo brazenly declares: 'I’m all up in the air to be fair'
He had previously claimed Mimii's energy wasn't enough for him and has also gotten physical with a new girl, Jessica (pictured)
With shocks and revelations aplenty, along with a heartfelt reunion that even makes Maya Jama emotional get ready for an explosive reunion around the Fire Pit.
MailOnline can exclusively add that Maya will be left in tears by some of the decisions the boys make.
ITV will also be extending the episode to make room for all the expected dramatics.
Love Island airs on ITV2 and ITVX at 9pm tonight and every Sunday to Friday.
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
NAME: Mimii Ngulube
AGE: 24
FROM: Portsmouth
OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not giving. I've tried dating and speaking to people on social media and it just hasn't been successful. Applying was a spontaneous thing, I didn't expect to get here!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rocks and I'm theirs, so I'll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up, so I'll bring style, and I'd like to think I'm quite funny so I'll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well - I'm good at picking up on people's personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be liars.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
FROM: Hertford
OCCUPATION: Sweets Salesman
WHY LOVE ISLAND? I've always been one for relationships, and when you have found someone you want to be with it's the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the one thing that is missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I'm the kind of guy that, if you broke down on the motorway and needed your tyre changed, I'd be there at any time of night.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
FROM: Canning Town
OCCUPATION: Model
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I'd bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come to and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to have a laugh with. I think I'm somebody everyone would take to.
WHY SHOULD SOMEBODY DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people take to that and once you show who you are to somebody you get it back tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy for people to feel comfortable around me.
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
FROM: Aberdare, Wales
OCCUPATION: Accounts Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I've been enjoying single life and the attention of different boys, it's fun. I've enjoyed being able to go on holiday with the girls and not having to worry about someone back home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I'm out till 4 in the morning living my best life.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: 21
FROM: Pencoed, South Wales
OCCUPATION: Surveyor
WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I'm a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back. Loyalty is another one for me: I think that's the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 7 to get into a club because they wouldn't let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.
NAME: Matilda Draper
AGE: 24
FROM: Beckenham
OCCUPATION: Recruitmant Consultant
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BRING? I want to bring sunshine to the Villa. I’m lighthearted and don’t take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the Villa I’m going to throw in a little joke or a ‘would you rather’.
Jessica Spencer
NAME: Jessica Spencer
AGE: 25
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Fashion Stylist
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have my eyes on Ayo, despite his connection with Mimii. I fancy Ayo so much. Wil also seems like a catch and someone I want to explore a connection with.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m funny, flirty, sassy and ready to find love
Josh Sunday Oyinsan
NAME: Josh Sunday Oyinsan
AGE: 29
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? All of them!! Mimii, Uma, Grace and Jess S. All of the girls there are beautiful.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am not afraid to speak my mind! I’m not afraid of treading on any toes…
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CASA AMOR GIRLS
Emma Milton
NAME: Emma Milton
AGE: 30
FROM: Manchester
OCCUPATION: Fashion Content Creator
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I had a brief thing with Joey a few years ago. We’ve been friends for years and I would be open to reconnecting with Joey. We get on really well and we have a lot of mutual friends. I am also friends with Grace in Manchester, so it’s a little bit awkward.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am ready to bring my fashion and looks into the Villa. I’m a really good communicator and always ready to give good advice to help someone.
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Jessica Spencer
NAME: Jessica Spencer
AGE: 25
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Fashion Stylist
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have my eyes on Ayo, despite his connection with Mimii. I fancy Ayo so much. Wil also seems like a catch and someone I want to explore a connection with.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m funny, flirty, sassy and ready to find love.
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Diamanté Laiva
NAME: Diamanté Laiva
AGE: 21
FROM: London
OCCUPATION: Natural beauty business owner
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Wil - he gives that energy like he’s got something to him. He’s not opened up yet. I feel like he’s waiting for me to arrive, he just doesn’t know it yet. So he’s been reserving himself.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I have so many different moods, I can’t even describe to you what kind of person I am for starters. If I have a problem with something, whoever it is, I’ll tell them right then and there. I don’t feel the need to whisper behind someone’s back.
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Ruby Dale
NAME: Ruby Dale
AGE: 23
FROM: Surrey
OCCUPATION: Social media content creator
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Wil seems kind and intelligent. He seems lovely.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am going to be a very dramatic Islander, a very loud Islander and a very entertaining Islander.
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Lucy Graybill
NAME: Lucy Graybill
AGE: 26
FROM: Glasgow
OCCUPATION: Retail Store Manager
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Ciaran and Wil are both my front runners at the moment so I am looking forward to going in there, getting to know them and assess the energy. Hopefully I can swoop in at the right time.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am always honest and speak my mind but I’ll definitely be someone that Islanders can come to for support.
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Ellie Jackson
NAME: Ellie Jackson
AGE: 22
FROM: Cardiff
OCCUPATION: Senior Executive Assistant
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have chatted to Ciaran in the past and am looking forward to reconnecting with him in Casa Amor.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I can guarantee I will make everyone in the Villa laugh but at the same time, I do have a fiery personality. My friends would say I am a little chaotic.
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CASA AMOR BOYS
Hugo Godfroy
NAME: Hugo Godfroy
AGE: 24
FROM: Southampton
OCCUPATION: Electrician
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I like Uma, I think she carries herself well and seems very respectful. The same with Jess as my type is brunette.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’ll be an honest Islander and I’m never afraid to be myself. I always take people’s opinions on board but I’m not a yes man - I’m going in there to find love and prepared to step on toes to do so.
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Jake Spivey
NAME: Jake Spivey
AGE: 25
FROM: Essex
OCCUPATION: Electrician
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Matilda, she’s my frontrunner. She’s my type to a tee. She said she likes muscles, tan, teeth… I thought, cool, she seems like a good ball of fun. I’m going to go for her. Grace is attractive as well.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? Very direct. I’m very, very confident. I’m quite a social butterfly, I mingle with everyone and throw myself in at the deep end. I’m not going to be holding back or be afraid to go in there and go for what I want.
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Moziah Pinder
NAME: Moziah Pinder
AGE: 29
FROM: Brighton
OCCUPATION: Personal Trainer
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Grace is my type, the way she carries herself is very attractive to me. Uma is stunning and I think we would get on really well. Also, Mimii is a great girl.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am an observant person and here to find a genuine connection with somebody - I will be my best self in Casa Amor.
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Blade Siddiqi
NAME: Blade Siddiqi
AGE: 29
FROM: Stevenage
OCCUPATION: Butler in the Buff
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? The three that have really caught my eye are Uma, Grace and Matilda. They each have their own qualities.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? First and foremost, I’m looking to come and shake things up. I want to bring the energy, get amongst it and really consider myself as someone who is looking for something genuine moving forward. I want a Queen by my side.
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Lionel Awudu
NAME: Lionel Awudu
AGE: 24
FROM: Reading
OCCUPATION: Financial advisor
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Top three girls in no particular order, Mimii, Uma and Grace.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I’m trying to find the love of my life, who can appreciate me and I can appreciate them. There’s no better place than Love Island. I’ve tried traditional dating methods, but it hasn't really worked out for me.
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Joel Kirby
NAME: Joel Kirby
AGE: 22
FROM: Devon
OCCUPATION: Post-Grad and Content Creator
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? Uma seems really sound, I feel like we’d get on. Grace, she looks like my ex-girlfriend who was also called Grace.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? Hopefully quite a cheeky one. I’m quite impulsive. I speak before I think and clear up the mess afterwards… which is kind of funny.
