A recap of Love Island 2021

Millie and Liam won the show!

Author: Alex RossPublished 13th Apr 2022

Since Love Island made a comeback to our screens in 2015, it has become ITV2's most-watched show over the last six years!

However, due to the Coronavirus pandemic, ITV bosses were forced to postpone the Summer series of Love Island in 2020, with many wondering if it would be safe for the show to return in 2021.

At the beginning of March, ITV bosses confirmed the seventh series of Love Island would definitely be happening in 2021! Furthermore, the official launch took place on Monday 28th June at 9pm, with Millie Court and Liam Reardon being crowned the 2021 winners on Monday 23rd August.

Who won Love Island 2021?

Laura Whitmore revealed the results during the Love Island final on Monday 23rd August.

WINNERS: Millie Court and Liam Reardon

Vote: 42.02%
Liam and Millie were crowned the winners, with the pair deciding to split the £50,000 prize money.

2ND PLACE: Chloe Burrows and Toby Aromolaran

Vote: 30.85%

3RD PLACE: Faye Winter and Teddy Soares

Vote: 14.85%

4TH PLACE: Kaz Kamwi and Tyler Cruickshank

Vote: 12.27%

When was the Love Island final?

Despite Love Island usually lasting around six-eight weeks, the 2021 series aired for a massive nine weeks, with the final taking place on Monday 23rd August.

Check out the most shocking moments of the 2021 series:

Hugo calling out Toby in the recoupling for his shady behaviour with Chloe

After Toby decided to recouple with Abi instead of Chloe, Hugo called him out on his actions in a speech that stunned the villa and had Toby branding him as a 'girl follower'.

A recap of Love Island 2021
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Love Island 2021 cast:

The first 11 Islanders were revealed throughout the day on Monday 21st June, with the show's first ever disabled contestant being unveiled.

Bombshells Liam and Chuggs entered on Thursday 1st July, with Rachel Finni entering on Friday 2nd July. Lucinda Strafford and Millie Court then entered the villa on Tuesday 6th July.

New guy Teddy Soares entered the villa on Friday 9th July, with AJ Bunker arriving on Wednesday 14th July.

Just one day later, new boy Danny Bibby entered on Thursday 15th July.

Three bombshells were unveiled on Wednesday 21 July, in the form of Georgia Townend, Abigail Rawlings and Tyler Cruickshank.

After a few weeks of drama with no new bombshells, two more entered on Monday 9th August, footballer Aaron Simpson and Medical Student Priya Gopaldas.

Just one day later, model Brett Staniland entered on Tuesday 11th August.

Check out all of the 2021 Islanders below:

Liberty Poole

Instagram: libertypoolex
Age: 21
From: Birmingham
Occupation: Waitress & Marketing Student

Hugo Hammond

Instagram: hugohammond
Age: 24
From: Hampshire
Occupation: P.E Teacher

Shannon Singh

Instagram: shannonsinghhh
Age: 22
From: Fife
Occupation: Model

Sharon Gaffka

Instagram: sharongaffka
Age: 25
From: Oxford
Occupation: Civil Servant - Operations Lead for Department of Transport

Jake Cornish

Instagram: jakecornish7
Age: 24
From: Weston-Super-Mare
Occupation: Water Engineer

Kaz Kamwi

Instagram: kazkamwi
Age: 26
From: Essex
Occupation: Fashion Blogger

Brad McClelland

Instagram: brad_mcclell
Age: 26
From: Northumberland
Occupation: Labourer

Chloe Burrows

Instagram: chloe__burrows
Age: 25
From: Bicester
Occupation: Financial Services Marketing Executive

Toby Aromolaran

Instagram: tobyaromolaran
Age: 22
From: Essex
Occupation: Semi-Pro Footballer

Aaron Francis

Instagram: aaronfranciis
Age: 24
From: London
Occupation: Luxury Events Host

Faye Winter

Instagram: faye__winter
Age: 26
From: Devon
Occupation: Lettings Manager

Chuggs Wallis

Instagram: chuggswallis
Age: 23
From: Surrey
Occupation: Business Owner - Customised Hats

Liam Reardon

Instagram: liamreardon1
Age: 21
From: Wales
Occupation: Bricklayer

Rachel Finni

Instagram: rayfinn
Age: 29
From: London
Occupation: Luxury Travel Specialist

Lucinda Strafford

Instagram: lucindastrafford
Age: 21
From: Brighton
Occupation: Online Fashion Boutique Owner

Millie Court

Instagram: milliegracecourt
Age: 24
From: Essex
Occupation: Fashion Buyer's Administrator

Teddy Soares

Instagram: teddy_soares
Age: 26
From: Manchester
Occupation: Senior Financial Consultant

AJ Bunker

Instagram: andreajanebunker
Age: 28
From: Hertfordshire
Occupation: Hair Extension Technician

Danny Bibby

Instagram: dannybibby
Age: 25
From: Wigan
Occupation: Plumber and Clothing Brand Owner

Georgia Townend

Age: 28
From: Essex
Occupation: Marketing Executive
Instagram: georgiatownend_

Tyler Cruickshank

Age: 26
From: Croydon
Occupation: Estate Agent
Instagram: tylercruickshank_

Abigail Rawlings

Age: 27
From: Beaconsfield
Occupation: Tattoo Artist
Instagram: abigaillouiserawlings

Amy Day

Instagram: _**amyday**_
Age: 25
From: Surrey
Occupation: Performer

Mary Bedford

Instagram: mary_bedford
Age: 22
From: Wakefield
Occupation: Model

Lillie Haynes

Instagram: lillie.haynes
Age: 22:
From: South Shields
Occupation: Trainee Accountant

Kaila Troy

Instagram: djkailatroy
Age: 28
From: Dublin
Occupation: DJ

Salma Naran

Instagram: salma.naranx
Age: 20
From: Dublin
Occupation: Model/Influencer

Clarisse Juliette

Instagram: clarissejuliette
Age: 23
From: London
Occupation: Brand Owner/Influencer

Medhy Malanda

Instagram: medhymalanda
Age: 24
From: Luton
Occupation: American football player/model

Harry Young

Instagram: harryyoung__
Age: 24
From: Glasgow
Occupation: Car salesman

Matthew MacNabb

Instagram: matthew_macnabb
Age: 26
From: Belfast
Occupation: Strategic Marketing Consultant

Dale Mehmet

Instagram: dalehuncho
Age: 24
From: Glasgow
Occupation: Barber

Jack Barlow

Instagram: jackcbarlow
Age: 26
From: East Sussex
Occupation: Racing driver

Sam Jackson

Instagram: samjacksonn98
Age: 23
From: Clitheroe
Occupation: Maintenance Engineer

Priya Gopaldas

Instagram: priyagopaldas
Age: 23
From: London
Occupation: Medical Student

Aaron Simpson

Instagram: aaronsimpsonn
Age: 24
From: Kent
Occupation: Footballer

Brett Staniland

Instagram: twinbrett
Age: 27
From: Derbyshire
Occupation: PHD Student and Model


Who was coupled up on Love Island in 2021?

The first coupling of Love Island 2021 took place during the launch show on Monday 28th June, with the first recoupling of the series taking place on Friday 2nd July.

After bombshell Teddy entered, a third recoupling took place on Monday 12th July, resulting in Rachel Finni getting dumped with a fourth recoupling on Sunday 18th July seeing Sharon Gaffka leaving the villa.

The fourth recoupling saw Danny steal Lucinda from Aaron, but it was the fifth recoupling that really left fans in shock, when Toby dumped Chloe to couple up with new girl Abigail! Luckily for Chloe, Hugo chose to couple up with her, sending new girl Georgia home.

HOWEVER, Casa Amor then arrived, bringing some major drama.

EIGHTH RECOUPLING


Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

Liberty and Jake once again coupled up during the eighth recoupling, however, after a few weeks of troubles, the pair decided to call of their romance just days ahead of the final.

Millie Court and Liam Reardon

Now that they are over the Casa Amor drama, Millie and Liam seem happier than ever, with Liam admitting he wants to make Millie his official girlfriend.

Chloe Burrows and Toby Aromolaran

Despite interest from new boy Aaron, Chloe admitted she's very happy with Toby, who also now seems settled with his girl. Could these two go all the way to the final?

Faye Winter and Teddy Soares

After one of the most dramatic week's in Love Island history, Faye and Teddy went full circle and patched things up after that explosive argument, leading to Faye picking Teddy once again.

The pair then made things official during their final date.

Kaz Kamwi and Tyler Cruickshank

After calling things off with Matthew and sleeping on the day beds with Tyler, Kaz chose to couple up with Tyler, admitting things are going well between the pair.

Mary Bedford and Aaron Simpson

Single girl Mary is no longer single! The Yorkshire lass coupled up with footballer Aaron after finding an instant connection upon his arrival into the villa.


Mary and Aaron lost their place in the villa just days ahead of the final, receiving the lowest public votes on Wednesday 18th August.

Priya Gopaldas and Brett Staniland

Despite bombshell Priya looking like she was going to couple up with Casa Amor boy Matthew, her head was turned by the last-minute arrival of PHD student Brett! During the shock recoupling, Priya chose Brett, sending Matthew home.


HOWEVER, after just days of spending time together, Priya cooled things off with Brett, with the pair later being sent home by the public.

SEVENTH RECOUPLING


Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

It may be the seventh recoupling, but Liberty and Jake are still going strong! As the only official couple so far, could the pair go all the way and win the £50,000?

Millie Court and Liam Reardon

At one point it looked like Millie and Liam could be over forever, following the drama during Casa Amor. But after Liam's efforts to win back his girl, including a cute speech in front of the group, Millie chose to couple back up with Liam, admitting he still has some grafting to do.

Faye Winter and Teddy Soares

Viewers were over the moon to see Faye and Teddy reunited! After being tested during Casa Amor, the pair were able to put their differences aside and are now more smitten than ever.

Chloe Burrows and Toby Aromolaran

Where do we even start with these two? After dumping Chloe at the last recoupling in favour of Abi, Toby then dumped Abi and brought back Mary from Casa Amor. HOWEVER, after seeing Chloe stood with another man, Toby realised his true feelings and Chloe was more than willing to give their romance another shot.

Amy Day and Hugo Hammond

After finding a spark in the Casa Amor villa, Amy once again chose to couple up with Hugo.

Kaz Kamwi and Matthew MacNabb

Sick of waiting for Tyler to make up his mind, Kaz decided to stick with Casa Amor boy Matthew!

Clarisse Juliette and Tyler Cruickshank

After Kaz chose Matthew, Clarisse was able to couple up with Tyler, despite the 26-year-old making it clear he wasn't sure where his head was fully at.

Abigail Rawlings and Brad McClelland

Despite most of the villa and viewers at home thinking Abi would couple up with Sam after being pied by Toby, she actually chose Dale, leaving one girl in particular very unhappy...

Mary Bedford and Sam Jackson

Furious that Abi coupled up with Dale, Mary was forced to couple up with the only boy left... Sam! Could these two make things work?

CASA AMOR RECOUPLING


Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

They've been together since Day One and they passed the Casa Amor test with flying colours! After Jake made Liberty his official girlfriend, could these two be the winners?

Millie Court and Liam Reardon

Things were all going so well for Millie and Liam until Casa Amor! After Liam's head turned for new girl Lillie, Liam did actually return single. As Millie stayed loyal to her man, the pair remain coupled up, but after Millie found out about Liam's antics, she cooled the relationship off.

Amy Day and Hugo Hammond

Finally a bit of positive new for Hugo! After not having the best of luck so far, Hugo cracked on with new girl Amy in Casa Amor, with the pair coupling up as Hugo brought her back to the main villa.

Toby Aromolaran and Mary Bedford

Despite only just dumping Chloe for new bombshell Abigail, Toby's head turned again at Casa Amor, with the semi-pro footballer bringing back new girl Mary to the main villa.


However, it seems Toby still has feelings for both Chloe and Abigail!

Faye Winter and Sam Jackson

Although things were going very well with Teddy, after seeing a photo of him kissing another girl at Casa Amor, Faye chose to couple up with new boy Sam!


However, after Teddy arrived back single, the pair made up with Faye friend zoning Sam and going on to sleep on the day beds with Teddy.

Chloe Burrows and Dale Mehmet

After being pied by Toby, single girl Chloe was over the moon when five new boys arrived during Casa Amor! Despite getting to know a few of the boys, Chloe decided to couple up with Dale, but it didn't last long as she put him in the friend zone not long after.

Kaz Kamwi and Matthew MacNabb

After receiving a photo of Tyler kissing another girl at Casa Amor, Kaz wasted no time in getting to know Northern Irish hunk Matthew.

Clarisse Juliette and Tyler Cruickshank

Despite viewers at home thinking Tyler was set on Kaz, the bombshell swayed during his time at Casa Amor, bringing back new girl Clarisse Juliette into the main villa.

FIFTH RECOUPLING


Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

It looks like nothing is going to split these two! They've been together since Day One and Liberty even accidentally said the 'L word' before the fifth recoupling.

Millie Court and Liam Reardon

The feels are getting greater by the day for Millie and Liam, with Liam admitting he's never felt like this before! He even has a cute nickname of 'Millie Moo' for Mills.

Lucinda Strafford and Aaron Francis

Despite new boy Danny stealing her during the fourth recoupling, following his dumping, Aaron won back his girl!

Faye Winter and Teddy Soares

Things seems to be going very well for Faye and Teddy, with the pair choosing to couple up once again.

Kaz Kamwi and Tyler Cruickshank

She's been single since arriving into the villa on Day One, but it looks like Kaz has finally found herself a man in the form of new bombshell Tyler!

Toby Aromolaran and Abigail Rawlings

He seemed happy with Chloe, but after new girl Abigail entered, Toby's head was well and truly turned. After Chloe told him he'd failed the test, Toby chose to couple up with Abigail...

Hugo Hammond and Chloe Burrows

Despite thinking she was about to be dumped following Toby's decision, Hugo decided to couple up with Chloe in a friendship couple, saving her over new girl Georgia who he'd been getting to know.

FOURTH RECOUPLING


Chloe Burrows and Toby Aromolaran

Sticking together was Toby and Chloe, who had a rocky week after being voted one of the least compatible couples. Coming out stronger, however, the pair remain coupled up.

Faye Winter and Teddy Soares

Teddy decided to stick with Faye, with the pair growing closer since the last recoupling. Sadly, Teddy's choice resulted in Sharon Gaffka going home.

AJ Bunker and Hugo Hammond

With AJ being given first choice of who to couple up with, she decided to pair herself with Hugo. Hugo had previously been in a friendship couple with Sharon.

Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

Together since day one, Jake chose to stay coupled up with Liberty. This is the fourth time the pair have decided to stay together!

Millie Court and Liam Reardon

Despite AJ expressing interest in Liam, the Welsh hunk stuck with his partner Millie, with the pair recoupling for the second time.

Lucinda Strafford and Danny Bibby

New boy Danny coupled up with Lucinda, who had recently been left single after Brad McClelland left the island.

Kaz Kamwi and Aaron Francis

With another friendship couple on our hands, Aaron decided to couple up with Kaz. Aaron had expressed his interest in Lucinda, however new boy Danny had already chosen to couple up with her.

THIRD RECOUPLING


Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

After choosing to stick together for a third time, Jake and Liberty are now the only original couple left! Could they go all the way?

Millie Court and Liam Reardon

New girl Millie quickly caught the eye of Welsh hunk Liam when she arrived as a bombshell. After realising he had no connection with Faye, Liam chose to couple up with Millie.

Chloe Burrows and Toby Aromolaran

After calling things off with Kaz Kamwi earlier in the week, Toby chose to couple up with Chloe admitting he's intrigued to see where things go.

Sharon Gaffka and Hugo Hammond

As these two have both failed to find love, Hugo chose to couple up with Sharon, admitting he has a feeling that new people will arrive for both of them in the coming weeks.

Lucinda Strafford and Brad McClelland

Geordie lad Brad was over the moon when new girl Lucinda entered the villa, admitted he now feels like his journey has started.

Faye Winter and Teddy Soares

Faye was over the moon when new boy Teddy arrived into the villa, and after impressing on her date, Teddy chose to couple up with her, in turn sending home Rachel Finni.

Kaz Kamwi and Aaron Francis

Aaron chose to couple up with best mate Kaz on a friendship basis only, admitting he'd like both of them to find love with the right person later in the series.

SECOND RECOUPLING...


Kaz Kamwi and Toby Aromolaran

After one week of getting to know each other, Kaz and Toby remained coupled up.

Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

Liberty and Jake could be this year's Romeo and Juliet, the couple remained together during the second recoupling.

Sharon Gaffka and Aaron Francis

After getting to know each other during the first week and sharing a number of cheeky snogs, Sharon chose to couple up with Aaron during the second recoupling.

Chloe Burrows and Hugo Hammond

Despite not being romantically connected, Chloe chose to couple up with Hugo on a friendship basis, admitting she'd love to see him find love in the villa.

Faye Winter and Liam Reardon

New boy Liam stole the attention of Faye when he arrived as a bombshell, with Faye choosing to couple up with the Welsh hunk over both Hugo and Brad.

Rachel Finni and Brad McClelland

Bombshell Rachel had a tough decision to make between Brad and Chuggs, but the new girl chose to couple up with Brad, in turn sending poor Chuggs home.

FIRST COUPLING...


Liberty Poole and Jake Cornish

Jake was the first lad into the villa and chose to couple up with Liberty, the only girl who stepped forward for him.

Sharon Gaffka and Hugo Hammond

After finding himself on the subs bench, Hugo had the choice between Sharon and Kaz, with the P.E. teacher choosing to couple up with Sharon.

Kaz Kamwi and Toby Aromolaran

Toby also found himself on the subs bench, with the semi-pro footballer being coupled with Kaz.

Faye Winter and Brad McClelland

Faye caught the eye of many of the boys during the first coupling up, but it was Geordie hunk Brad who she ended up with.

Shannon Singh and Aaron Francis

Aaron chose to couple up with Scottish beauty Shannon on Day One.

Chloe Burrows and Aaron Francis

After entering as the first bombshell hours after the initial cast, Chloe chose to couple up with Aaron, sending poor Shannon home after just 48 hours in the villa.

Casa Amor 2021:

After Laura Whitmore teased the return a week before, Casa Amor officially landed on Monday 26th July, with 12 brand new Islanders!

Six girls entered the Casa Amor villa with the original boys, whilst six boys entered the main villa with the original girls.

Check out the Casa Amor Islanders below:

Amy Day

Age: 25
From: Surrey
Occupation: Performer

Mary Bedford

Age: 22
From: Wakefield
Occupation: Model

Lillie Haynes

Age: 22
From: South Shields
Occupation: Trainee Accountant

Kaila Troy

Age: 28
From: Dublin
Occupation: DJ

Salma Naran

Age: 20
From: Dublin
Occupation: Model/Influencer

Clarisse Juliette

Age: 23
From: London
Occupation: Brand Owner/Influencer

Medhy Malanda

Age: 24
From: Luton
Occupation: American Football player/Model

Harry Young

Age: 24
From: Glasgow
Occupation: Car salesman

Matthew MacNabb

Age: 26
From: Belfast
Occupation: Strategic Marketing Consultant

Dale Mehmet

Age: 24
From: Glasgow
Occupation: Barber

Jack Barlow

Age: 26
From: East Sussex
Occupation: Racing Driver

Sam Jackson

Age: 23
From: Clitheroe
Occupation: Maintenance Engineer

Who was dumped on Love Island 2021?

In one of the most brutal moments in Love Island history, 22-year-old Shannon Singh was dumped from the villa on Wednesday 30th June, after just 48 hours!

On Monday 5th July, Chuggs Wallis was dumped from the villa when bombshell Rachel chose to couple with Brad instead of him.

On Monday 12th July, 29-year-old Rachel Finni was dumped when she was the last girl standing during the third recoupling.

In one of the biggest twists so far this year, Love Island bosses made new couple Brad McClelland and Lucinda Strafford decide which one of them went home. Brad volunteered to leave so Lucinda could stay, with the Geordie lad leaving on Wednesday 15th July.

Sharon Gaffka then left the show in the fourth recoupling on Sunday 18th July.

Bombshells AJ Bunker and Danny Bibby were dumped by their fellow Islanders on Wednesday 21st July.

Following a tense recoupling on Thursday 22nd July, Georgia Townend was dumped from the villa.

Aaron Francis and Lucinda Strafford were dumped together on Sunday 25th July, after receiving the lowest votes from the public.

Following the Casa Amor recoupling, Lillie Haynes, Kaila Troy, Salma Naran, Medhy Malanda, Jack Barlow and Harry Young were all dumped after not getting chosen.

On Monday 9th August, Abigail Rawlings and Dale Mehmet were sent packing when they found themselves in the bottom three after a public vote.

Following a shock recoupling, Matthew MacNabb was dumped on Wednesday 11th August, when Priya Gopaldas chose new boy Brett Staniland over him.

On Monday 16th August, Priya Gopaldas and Brett Staniland were dumped after receiving the least amount of votes from the public, with the pair spending just days in the villa.

Just days later, Mary Bedford and Aaron Simpson left the villa after receiving the lowest votes from the public at home.

Was Love Island on last year?

It certainly was! On Thursday 4th March ITV bosses seemingly confirmed Love Island would be back on our screens this Summer, with ITV’s Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, Kevin Lygo, saying: “There’s so much to look forward to on ITV this spring and into summer, with the Euros and the return of Love Island, but much more besides."

When did Love Island 2021 start?

Love Island 2021's start date was confirmed as being Monday 28th June at 9pm two weeks before in an exclusive segment on This Morning, with Holly Willoughby 'getting a text' in the classic Love Island style to announce when we can expect to see this year's antics.

Rumours were rife that the show would begin on that day, especially after a Love Island fan account leaked the info as well as crew flying out to Majorca.

ITV also released the first promo trailer featuring host Laura Whitmore at the end of May.

Who hosted Love Island 2021?

Laura Whitmore hosted Love Island in 2021.

How can I re-watch Love Island 2021?

You can watch the 2021 series of Love Island on the ITV Hub.

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