Love Island Stars Tie the Knot After Five-Year Engagement
Love Island series five star Lucie Donlan and winter series star Luke Mabbott have officially married, five years after their engagement in 2021. The couple shared their wedding news on Instagram, posting a photograph of themselves sharing a kiss in a gorgeous Cornish barn, captioned: "Mr & Mrs Mabbott 17.06.26".
From Villa Romance to Real-Life Love
Lucie Donlan first appeared on Love Island in 2019, where she had a short fling with fellow contestant Joseph Garratt. Luke Mabbott appeared on the winter series in 2020, reaching the final with Demi Jones before they split shortly after leaving the villa. Later that year, during lockdown, Lucie and Luke struck up a romance which blossomed once COVID restrictions lifted. After less than two years of dating, the pair got engaged in Finland under the Northern Lights.
Over the last five years, they faced backlash for 'getting engaged for likes' as they appeared in no rush to walk down the aisle. However, during their engagement, they purchased their dream home together in Lucie's hometown of Cornwall, proving their relationship is very real.
Wedding Details and Social Media Reaction
The wedding took place on July 17, 2026, as revealed by Lucie on Instagram. The post was flooded with congratulations from fellow Love Island stars. Love Island All Stars' Molly Smith commented: "Congratulations ❤️❤️" and her fiancé Tom Clare added: "Congratulations guys! Looks beautiful ❤️". Shaughna Phillips also wrote: "Congratulations guys ❤️❤️❤️".
Back in 2021, the Love Island alum announced their engagement in an Instagram post of them kissing in front of the Northern Lights in Finland. Lucie captioned that post: "Mrs Mabbott to be…♥️ The northern lights made an appearance for the perfect moment to pop the question. A night we will never forget..♥️"
Impact and Congratulations
The couple's wedding marks a significant milestone after a long engagement that faced public scrutiny. Their journey from villa contestants to homeowners and now a married couple demonstrates the enduring nature of their relationship. Fans and fellow islanders alike have sent their best wishes, celebrating the pair's love story.
