Contestants on the latest series of Love Island: All Stars are receiving a significant pay rise, with reports indicating they are now earning £3,500 per week to return to the famous villa. This marks a substantial increase from the fees paid in previous All Stars seasons.
All Stars See Major Pay Bump
The 2026 series, which began airing in January, features returning fan favourites such as Whitney Adebayo, Millie Court, Ciaran Davies, and Shaq Muhammad. According to industry sources, their weekly pay packet has jumped to £3,500, equivalent to around £500 per day, with one day off each week.
This is a sharp rise from the £2,000 per week reportedly paid to the casts of the 2024 and 2025 All Stars editions. Over a potential five-week stay, a 2026 islander could now earn £17,500, compared to the £10,000 possible in earlier years.
Why Stars Return to the Villa
Despite the increased fee, insiders suggest the financial incentive is not the primary motivator for these established personalities. A source close to the show stated that all participants are treated equally, with no special negotiations based on their fame or follower count.
"The reason they sign up is nothing to do with the money – it’s great exposure which allows them to cash in when they leave the villa," a source explained during the 2025 series. The real financial benefit often comes afterwards, through club appearances, brand deals, and lucrative Instagram promotions.
How Standard Love Island Pay Compares
The pay structure for the All Stars series is vastly different from that of a regular Love Island season. First-time contestants on the main show are not paid a traditional salary.
Instead, they receive approximately £375 per week, intended to cover essential expenses like rent and bills back home while they are absent from their normal jobs. The main attraction is the chance to win the £50,000 prize money and the life-changing career opportunities that often follow.
The 2026 All Stars series continues the show's tradition of mixing past islanders, following the 2025 cast which included personalities like Casey O'Gorman, Luca Bish, and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu.
