Summer Botwe, known for her role in the 2022 series of Love Island, is preparing to return to the reality show as part of the upcoming All Stars edition. With just two weeks until the series airs on January 12, 2024, Botwe is reportedly heading to South Africa for filming.
Summer gained recognition during her stint on the show as one of the six Casa Amor bombshells. Her presence stirred drama, particularly in a love triangle involving Dami Hope and Indiyah Polack, which kept viewers engaged. A source close to the star confirmed to The Sun, “Summer’s packing her bags right now. She can’t wait to be on the show.”
The announcement comes amid rising excitement for Love Island All Stars, which is anticipated to deliver more drama and intrigue than its predecessors. An insider indicated that Summer was eager to participate, stating that she was “such a huge character in series 8” and expressed a strong desire to find love on the show. Although ITV has not officially confirmed her participation, the buzz around her return continues to grow.
Anticipation Builds for All Stars Edition
In addition to Summer, several other contestants are rumored to be joining the cast for this season, including former winner Millie Court, following her recent split from Liam Reardon. Other names mentioned include Harrison Solomon, Samie Elishi, Jess Harding, and Lana Jenkins. The series will take place in South Africa, where host Maya Jama has already begun filming segments for the show. Jama teased fans with a pre-recorded clip, saying, “So we are here on set, first bit of All Stars experience I’m having this year.” She hinted at familiar faces returning and assured viewers they would enjoy the upcoming season.
ITV recently released a ten-second teaser video that has further heightened anticipation. The clip features Polaroid-style photographs connected with string, accompanied by the caption, “Who’s got unfinished business?” This tantalizing preview suggests that the series will delve into unresolved conflicts from previous seasons.
The return of the iconic narrator, Ian Sterling, also promises to add a familiar touch to the series. The first season of Love Island All Stars, which aired last year, saw winners Molly Smith and Tom Clare find love and subsequently move in together. Their relationship culminated in an engagement during a romantic getaway in Dubai.
Returning Contestants and New Drama
The upcoming season is expected to revisit several relationships and rivalries from past seasons. Notable names rumored to be returning include Scott van-der-Sluis, Whitney Adebayo, Remell Ellis-Mullings, Jacques O’Neil, and Alima Gagigo. The past experiences of these contestants will likely fuel more engaging content for viewers eager to see how these dynamics evolve.
As the premiere date approaches, fans of Love Island are left speculating about which contestants will return to address their past grievances. The excitement surrounding the All Stars edition is palpable, and with Summer Botwe in the mix, the series is setting the stage for an unforgettable season. Viewers can expect a blend of nostalgia and fresh drama when Love Island All Stars begins on ITV2 and ITVX.
