Julia and Lorenzo Crowned Winners of Love Island UK 2026 After Twist-Filled Series

Julia Majchrzak and Lorenzo Alessi have been crowned the winners of the 2026 Love Island UK series, securing the £50,000 prize after a season filled with dramatic twists and turns. The couple triumphed over runners-up Jasmine Muller and Kavan Murphy, while Angelista Gunda and Simba Kudyiwa finished in third place.

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I just didn't think coming into Casa [Amor] I'd be stood here.

A visibly shocked Julia expressed her gratitude to the voters, admitting she never expected to reach the final, especially after entering the villa during the Casa Amor segment. When asked about their plans for the prize money, Julia revealed her immediate intention was for Lorenzo to move in with her after their exit from the villa.

Lorenzo, 28, described his relationship with Julia, 26, as feeling "well matched" and confessed he felt he had "manifested" meeting her in Casa Amor, where relationships are put to the test. Julia echoed these sentiments, noting an "instant spark" and characterizing their connection as "seriously unserious."

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I have never met someone who feels so well matched to me.

Fashion business owner Jasmine, 27, was drawn to Kavan, 21, by his "aura." Viewers were surprised to learn Kavan is the brother of fellow contestant Aidan Murphy, a revelation that drew comparisons to the popular show "The Summer I Turned Pretty." Kavan shared his joy at being in the villa with his brother and meeting Jasmine.

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I felt like I 'manifested' meeting Julia.

Simba, who celebrated his 25th birthday in the villa, plans to celebrate Angelista's 25th birthday with her upon their departure. This year's final saw only three couples competing, a deviation from the norm, attributed to several shock twists during the penultimate episode. Ex-islanders returned to vote off couples, leading to the departure of Mica Harris and Samraj Toor, who then had to choose another couple to leave, resulting in Yasmin Hadlow and Tommy Stagg missing out on the final.

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I felt an 'instant spark' when meeting Lorenzo.