Do Love Island USA Stars Actually Use the Pool? A Dive Into the Truth

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Can I pull you for a swim?

In contrast to the Islanders frequently socializing on the deck and near their villa’s pool on Love Island USA, the show never seems to depict anyone actually swimming or using the pool. This has led many viewers to wonder if the Islanders take a dip in the water, and if so, why such moments are not shown.

Although the Islanders frequently lounge near their villa’s pool on the deck and surrounding areas, the series never depicts anyone actually swimming or entering the pool.

Taylor Williams, who was eliminated from the villa together with Clarke Carraway on July 8, has recently shared some information about their possible return to the pool area.

“Yes, we do,” the 24-year-old told TopMob. “We do use the pool.”

 

Taylor added, “We all use it almost every single day.”

Yet, the individual from Oklahoma acknowledged that one significant aspect affecting their swimming ability during filming is that the waterproof microphones they constantly wear around their necks are not suitable for use in a pool, hence they can’t swim while wearing them.

Consequently, it’s not possible for the recording devices to capture any discussions among the Islanders when they were swimming in the pool.

Rather than engaging in casual conversations while splashing about, fellow enthusiasts and I would frolic and keep things lively by staying engaged in our shared passion.

“We actually got in there,” Taylor said, “and threw the football around to have fun.”

Besides shedding light on various aspects of the contestants’ lives while residing in their luxurious Fiji villa, the Islanders have also sparked curiosity about another intriguing matter concerning the villa: how frequently the bedsheets, all located in the same communal room, get replaced.

Kenny Rodriguez, from Love Island USA season six, shared with TopMob News last August that every day the team in Fiji would make adjustments. He praised them, saying they made him and the other contestants feel incredibly comfortable there.

Apart from shedding light on other aspects of the contestants’ lives within their luxurious Fiji villa, the Islanders have also sparked curiosity among viewers regarding a particular aspect of the villa’s operations: the frequency at which the sheets on their communal beds are replaced.

Kenny Rodriguez, who placed third in Love Island USA season six, shared with TopMob News last August that each day brings changes by the incredible team in Fiji where they felt incredibly comfortable and welcomed.

Kaylor Martin, who was also on Kenny’s season, was a bit more skeptical about that cadence.

She told TopMob News that while they claim to change the sheets daily, she suspects they don’t, as she can still smell her perfume from the previous night when she wakes up. This leads her to believe they might not be changing the sheets frequently, which could potentially be a cause for concern.

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Every day, an abundance of video footage is captured by the 85 concealed cameras and needs to be edited down into a one-hour episode at the end of the day.

However, they work swiftly, with the editors quickly transforming Monday’s footage into Tuesday’s broadcast, and this process continues.

Fortunately, Fiji, home to the USA show since its fifth season and where the first season was initially set, is 16 hours ahead of the East Coast. This means that a late-night wrap implies it’s still the previous day’s morning in the U.S., providing the team with valuable additional hours to perfect the new episode.

According to executive producer Claudine Parrish (in 2024), islanders will find their days mirrored in the commissioning of scenes by the control room. They might label these instances, such as ‘Boys preparing breakfast for girls,’ and within 15 minutes, these events are incorporated into edits. The editor then works on transforming these moments into a finished scene.

In a nutshell, “It takes a village” means that many people contribute to a project. In this context, Parrish explained that approximately 30 editors and 20 producers are involved, and it’s the story team’s responsibility to decide which significant moments and discussions should be intertwined to create a broader narrative.

Occasionally, as Parrish acknowledged, something intriguing may not lead to anything significant. She admitted, “We don’t always hit the mark. We’re constantly evaluating whether something is crucial or will become obsolete within a day.

It’s clear that breakfast plays a significant role in this program, as the men responsible for cooking meals and coffee for the women on Love Island USA have garnered global interest.

But what does everyone eat for lunch and dinner, you ask?

In this program, while the food itself may not be the main highlight (except for burnt pancakes or your very first omelette), it’s always there when needed.

Dani Dyer, the winner of Love Island UK season four, shared with HELLO! in 2021 that there are no menus on set. Instead, it is self-catered, which means contestants prepare their own meals. For breakfast, you’ll find common items like eggs, bacon, and toast.

In a July 2023 TikTok post, Luca Bish from season eight admitted that he didn’t know who prepared the meals, describing them as being cooked by an unknown chef somewhere out in the field, and then delivered to the villa.

Instead of enjoying the food, Bish often expressed that for both lunch and dinner, he usually had hummus and crisps.

Throughout the years, various participants have shared that men and women typically dine apart, with the exception of during dates.

Olivia Attwood from Love Island UK’s third season explained to The Sun in 2022 that living there was similar to being in a boarding school. During meals, it felt like they were being given tasks such as cleaning their rooms, scheduling laundry days, and planning breakfasts for the next day – all small things that kept the house running efficiently.

And much like being on a jury, they’re not allowed to discuss the case among themselves.

2024 saw me expressing my thoughts to Closer magazine as a season eight contestant, stating, “It was quite challenging because during meals, I found myself yearning to discuss ongoing events, yet such conversations interfered with the filming process.

It’s possible you could think that getting a little tipsy while being flirtatious is acceptable, even if it’s not actively endorsed. However, in this particular scenario, each participant is allowed just one alcoholic beverage per night, and the options are restricted to beer, wine, or champagne.

In her June 2024 TikTok post, Phoebe Siegel from Love Island USA’s fourth season expressed that the wine served at dinner wasn’t “very generous” or “ample”.

During celebrations like those following a victory in the Casa Amor challenge, where it seems like an open bar is available, Siegel stated that the drinks were “noticeably diluted.

Iain Stirling juggles two roles, serving as the storyteller for both ‘Love Island UK’ and ‘Love Island USA’. While filming, he maintains a busy schedule with time constraints to spare.

Around noon U.K. time, the Scottish comedian shared with TODAY in 2024, he’d tune into Love Island UK. By that point, the show was almost over. Afterward, we’d work for about two to three hours. Finished by around 4:30. Then it was time to prepare my child for dinner, bath, and bedtime. I wished life were more rock ‘n’ roll, but that was my routine. Later in the evening, at half past 8, which is quite early in Fiji, I’d switch over to Love Island USA.

From the comfort of my home, I tune into a raw edit of our project over Zoom, and as Executive Producer Parrish clarified to The Wrap, I’m teaming up with the writers, simply noting amusing elements within each scene or story reminders that we capture using my microphone at home.

The story he tells gets incorporated into the episode prior to its submission for review by Peacock’s legal and standards department, a process that may occasion minor adjustments at the eleventh hour.

In a conversation with TODAY, Stirling mentioned that they aim to wrap up around midnight or 1 am. He added that he might stay awake till 2:30 am – a time when the show is still ongoing in the U.S. In an ideal scenario, he’d keep going until 5 or 6 am, but that would mean no sleep for him at all.

Evidence showing the longevity of the franchise: In 2020, Stirling tied the knot with the ex-host of Love Island UK, Laura Whitmore. They then welcomed their child in March 2021.

The music of Love Island USA, starting from Janelle Monae’s “Make Me Feel” to the theme song “From Fiji With Love” by The Daniel Pemberton TV Orchestra and all the catchy tunes in between, creates a unique atmosphere throughout the show.

James Barker was captivated when he first watched Love Island UK, thinking it represented a significant advancement in storytelling through reality television, especially with its clever use of a well-known pop song within the narrative of the show. The personal connection between the music and the unfolding storyline on TV left him impressed, leading to his immediate thought: “This is fantastic, more shows should emulate this format.” He was also eager to find out how he could contribute to the production of Love Island. This revelation occurred during an interview with Rolling Stone in June 2025.

As an ardent enthusiast, I can’t help but marvel at the intricate dance that takes place behind the scenes of my favorite productions. Unlike me, who might hastily choose a song to fit the mood at any given moment, a music clearance company meticulously prepares months in advance. They ensure that an impressive array of tracks from talented artists such as Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX, and Olivia Rodrigo are legally secured well before they’re needed, much like a soldier readying their weaponry for battle.

We continually prepare a large number of songs, ranging from hundreds to thousands, as we can’t predict the course of events. This way, we have the right tracks for various scenarios such as a breakup or a first kiss when they eventually occur.

Interestingly, the inhabitants of the villa are unable to enjoy music, primarily due to the complications that might arise from copyright issues. Additionally, playing music could potentially interfere with the hidden recording equipment capturing conversations more effectively.

In specific situations like competitions, slow-motion dance events, or when entering a taxi for a date with the radio playing, there can be instances where songs are heard in real time instead of being played later.

To make sure the women always appear confident and well-groomed on camera, the production offers a selection of makeup and skincare products in the house. However, they’re welcome to bring their own items, but any visible brand logos on these personal items will be hidden during post-production.

In simpler terms, Lucie Dolan from Love Island UK’s fifth season shared with Capital FM in 2021 that every few weeks, she would get her nails, hair, and other grooming needs taken care of. She explained that due to the long nights in the villa, everyone needs a break or a day of relaxation to recharge.

On their days off when there’s no performance, as Whitmore shared with OK!, they often get their eyelashes and acrylic nails re-done.

In earlier times, inhabitants had to travel to other places, however, today’s production cannot allow contestants to be out in the wild while filming the show.

It appears that in the initial season, they stepped out of the villa for a salon appointment to get their hair styled, as mentioned by Whitmore. However, due to the massive scale of the show now, they’re unable to leave, so instead, someone comes to them to touch up their roots.

Producers say they’re perfectly content to ride the waves of romance.

In 2024, Ben Thursby-Palmer, executive producer of Love Island USA, shared with The Wrap that they adapt to the current situations in the villa as they unfold. If everyone is content in their relationships, there’s no need for recoupling. However, if contestants are sleeping in separate beds throughout the villa, it indicates a need for change and rearrangement.

In a YouTube video posted in April 2023, Samie Elishi from Love Island UK’s ninth season stated that the show wasn’t scripted at all. However, he mentioned that producers would encourage conversations between couples or during arguments, but what was actually said during those interactions was entirely up to the participants. This way, there would still be a show to watch.

Communication devices such as phones are provided to the island residents, enabling them to make calls and send messages, take pictures, and receive announcements about future events which can be vocalized.

In her interview with The Sun back in 2019, Love Island UK season two contestant Liana Isadora Van Riel shared that the phones given to them were quite simple and primarily used for texting. She suggested that their main purpose was to maintain the show’s narrative element of “I’ve got a text.

Instead, Love Island USA’s Siegel pointed out on TikTok that “You can’t search online, you can’t watch regular television, you can’t use social media, and you can’t send messages to anyone outside the show.

In keeping with the longstanding custom of mediators in reality TV competitions, Ariana Madix, the host of Love Island USA, must feign indifference towards the developments she’s overseeing.

In 2024, she shared with The Wrap that it can be challenging due to her instincts urging her to join in at times. However, as a host, she needs to maintain some neutrality, especially when they are present.

Simultaneously, she intervened during the elimination of Andrea Carmona in season six and Rob Rausch spontaneously declared that he would depart along with her. However, Madix kindly suggested he rethink his decision, and in the end, he opted to stay behind.

In other words, Madix suggested it’s not wise to make significant decisions during intense emotional times, and at the same time, a part of him felt like testing his resolve since he didn’t truly believe he intended to depart.

Madix pointed out that there aren’t any cameramen physically close to the islanders. Instead, cameras are strategically placed all around the villa. Additionally, there are movable sliders and hidden cameramen behind walls that can capture scenes without the islanders realizing. The only areas off-limits for filming are the obvious ones like bathrooms, but aside from those, no conversation is truly private.

In another off-limits area, there’s the kitchen pantry where the snacks are kept, as shared by Love Island UK’s Elishi. She mentioned in her April 2023 video that only one person can enter at a time because some incidents involving couples had occurred within the pantry previously.

Several participants on “Love Island UK” have mentioned that branded condoms for the show are available throughout the villa, and they can be restocked whenever needed.

Before the events that could significantly change the situation happen, they are given a chance to watch the series to get updated on what has transpired so far.

In a 2023 episode of her podcast, “Chloe vs. The World,” Chloe Burrows, the surprise contestant on “Love Island UK,” revealed she only misses the show’s broadcast prior to her arrival and shares her top three preferred islanders from the current cast.

While the cameras never stop filming, the contestants do get one day off a week to just hang out.

This implies that the dinner table etiquette holds true, implying no whispering of secrets or resolving conflicts during mealtime. Moreover, as they don’t have specific dates on their days off, male and female friends won’t be sleeping together at night.

Kem Cetinay from the third season of Love Island UK explained to This Morning in 2017 that when microphones are removed, discussions about the show are not permitted. While everyone is free to chat, they need to be careful about the topics because the producers want to ensure viewers at home can see and record everything. It’s essentially a break from all the intense gameplay, dates, and making decisions about who you like and dislike.

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2025-07-11 21:48