The winners of the Summer Love Island 2024 grand final have been announced, closing out a season full of dramatic recouplings, surprise dumpings, and steamy terrace moments. After eight weeks in the villa, during which contestants missed significant events such as the Euros tournament, the Olympics opening ceremony, and a general election, the spotlight now falls on the winners of this year’s competition.
Mimii Ngulube and Josh Oyinsan emerged victorious, securing the £50,000 prize. The couple impressed both viewers and their fellow islanders with their chemistry and heartfelt declarations of love. Mimii lauded Josh as “attentive, kind, gentle, and loving,” while Josh reciprocated with a touching poem, expressing his commitment to their relationship.
Nicole Samuel and Ciaran Davies took second place, followed by Matilda Draper and Sean Stone in third. Jessica Spencer and Ayo Odukoya rounded out the top four. The final episode saw the couples sharing emotional moments and declarations, reflecting on their experiences and relationships formed during their time in the villa.
Notably, Joey Essex, who was initially a fan favorite and a major talking point throughout the series, did not make it to the final. Joey and his partner Jessy Potts were eliminated in the final stretch after a dramatic showdown involving Joey’s previous partner Samantha Kenny, who was part of a special vote by dumped contestants to determine the “least compatible couple.”
Joey’s inclusion in the 11th series drew mixed reactions, with some fans displeased by the presence of a celebrity, while others enjoyed the added drama. Despite the controversy, Joey played a pivotal role in this year’s high-profile moments.
Love Island, once a flagship show for ITV, has seen fluctuating viewership. The 2019 final attracted six million viewers, but the All Stars edition earlier this year garnered only one million. Nonetheless, the current series saw a boost, with the opening episode drawing about 2 million viewers, up from 1.3 million in 2023.
ITV has also ramped up its focus on contestants’ wellbeing, especially after tragic incidents involving former islanders. This year, the show reinstated a social media ban preventing contestants’ friends and family from managing their accounts while they are in the villa, aimed at shielding them from online abuse. This measure, first introduced in 2023 and reinstated for the current series, underscores ITV’s “continued commitment to duty of care.” As the season wraps, fans and contestants alike reflect on a summer of love, drama, and significant changes in the world of reality television.
In other news – Toke Makinwa Set to Host New Show ‘The Buzz’
SHOWMAX, the popular African streaming service co-owned by MultiChoice and Comcast, has revealed the return of its exclusive BBNaija talk show, *The Buzz*. The new season, hosted by the award-winning media personality Toke Makinwa, will premiere on August 1, 2024, with fresh episodes airing every Thursday.
The Buzz is set to deliver an in-depth analysis of the BBNaija Season 9 reality show, featuring Makinwa alongside celebrity guests and top BBNaija commentators. The talk show promises to offer viewers candid opinions, predictions, and a behind-the-scenes look at the drama unfolding in the BBNaija house. Read More
