Love Island USA has proven it isn’t afraid to bring in a guest star to host a challenge and shake things up, just like they did when Bravo reality star Paige DeSorbo guest hosted the show’s “Got Wood?” challenge on the June 15 episode. Despite Paige’s appearance being short (she reportedly left before they could do a reshoot of the challenge, which is why she only appears in the beginning of the challenge), Islanders and fans alike were thrilled to see mega-Love Island fan Paige. Paige has been an outspoken fan of Love Island, and she’s not the only one.
It can pay off to be a vocal fan of the show, since host Ariana Madix famously claimed that her former boyfriend, Tom Sandoval, wouldn’t watch the show with her. After their seismic break-up, Ariana was named as the host of Love Island USA season 6, bringing with her legions of reality fans who loved her from Vanderpump Rules that followed her to the villa. Ariana’s casting opened the show up to an entirely new audience of reality TV fans who love messy drama. Here are other picks for guest hosts who would thrive on Love Island USA season 7.
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Andy Cohen
Andy Would Keep Everyone In Line
If there’s anyone who would be a master at managing all of the emotions and chaos on the island, it’s Andy Cohen. He’s made a career out of amplifying women on reality television, and as the ringmaster for the majority of the network’s reunions, Andy has a knack for keeping calm and keeping things on track. Andy would be an ideal guest to host a challenge, perhaps like the “Body Count” game, where contestants have to reveal personal details about their sexual history, or the “Kissing Booth Challenge,” since it would make for some revealing switch-ups.
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Andy is also employed by Bravo, which is owned by NBCUniversal, which also owns Peacock. Andy’s guest spot would be keeping it all in the NBC family, much like when Paige appeared and when Ariana joined the show. It’s probably a lot less paperwork to get these Bravolebrities signed up for Love Island USA, when you think about it.
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Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia
Brianna Went Through A High-Profile Break-Up
Rumors have been rampant on social media that Barstool Sports personality Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia will be heading to the Love Island USA villa, like in this video posted by TikTok creator @sammysamslife. While many are sure Brianna would join the show as a bombshell, it’s more likely they’d bring in someone recognizable like her as a guest host. Brianna, best known for her podcasts on Barstool Sports, found herself at the center of scandal last year when her break-up with country superstar Zach Bryan exploded and caused a flurry of diss tracks, lawsuits, NDAs, and more.
Brianna had dated Zach for a little over a year, but their break-up (and Zach’s offer of $12 million to keep her quiet) made major headlines when Brianna denied the money and refused to sign anything that would take away her voice. Her boss, Dave Portnoy, even got involved, and Brianna was able to open up about the emotional abuse she’d endured. Brianna became an icon for women who felt like they’d been silenced.
Brianna’s been dropping cryptic hints on social media about being out of town for a few upcoming weeks, and she revealed that she had prerecorded episodes of her podcast, BFFs, in her absence. She also shared on her Instagram story that she’d be taking time off from social media, but her team would be posting on her behalf. Sounds like someone’s getting ready to hit the shores of Fiji for a chance at finding true love, or even just guest hosting a challenge, right?
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Chrissy Teigen
The Model Is An Avid Love Island Fan
Chrissy is more than just a model, she’s a media personality who has never hidden her love for Love Island. During the pandemic, the Daily Mail reported that Chrissy became an outspoken critic of the show on her social media. She’s clearly very passionate about Love Island, both the US and UK versions. Chrissy is also a major fan of Bravo shows, so she’s appeared on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen many times, making her friendly to the Peacock producers.
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Chrissy recently did a stint on Deal Or No Deal Island, another Peacock reality show, so she’s not opposed to cameos on her favorite reality TV shows. Chrissy is outspoken and not afraid to tell it like it is. She’d be a welcome presence on the island.
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The PPG: Leah Kateb, JaNa Craig And Serena Page
Leah, JaNa And Serena Appeared On Love Island USA Season 6
Undoubtedly, the stars of Love Island USA season 6 were none other than the Powerpuff Girls, as they referred to themselves, or the PPG: Leah Kateb, JaNa Craig, and Serena Page. The three contestants formed a bond with each other that took them through the entire season. They each ended up leaving the show with a partner: Kordell Beckham with Serena, who won the show; Miguel Harichi with Leah, and Kenny Rodriguez with JaNa.
All three couples are currently still going strong.
Serena, Leah, and JaNa’s friendship survived the show, and the three are still close today. They’ll all be appearing on the Love Island spin-off, Love Island: Beyond The Villa, when it premieres on July 13 on Peacock. These girls made Love Island USA season 6 so memorable, and their fans would love to see them descend on the villa again, this time on the other side as guest hosts, rather than contestants. They know firsthand what it’s like to be on Love Island, and therefore, they’d be excellent choices.
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Bethenny Frankel
Bethenny Loves To Be The Boss
Bethenny has become a somewhat polarizing figure since her debut on The Real Housewives of New York back in 2008. Undoubtedly one of the most successful Housewives alumni, Bethenny has taken her voice to social media, where she regularly posts TikToks about a variety of topics: current events, beauty tips, and where to find the best chicken salad in the Hamptons.
Bethenny has posted her opinions on Love Island before, and she’s been documenting how she feels about the current season, which she’s watching with her daughter, Bryn Hoppy, 14. Bethenny would be an unexpected choice to appear on the show in some capacity, especially since she’s been on the outs with Bravo for years. Still, Bethenny would keep the Islanders in line, and probably hand out a dose of her no-nonsense advice on finding love in the villa.
Love Island USA airs new episodes daily (except Wednesdays) at 9 p.m. EDT on Peacock.
Source: @sammysamslife/TikTok, Daily Mail
