Production on the highly anticipated new series of Love Island: All Stars has been abruptly halted after a dangerous wildfire encroached on the show's location in South Africa.
Cast and Crew Evacuated for Safety
The entire team, including host Maya Jama and a line-up of returning fan favourites, was evacuated from the villa in Franschhoek as a precaution. A source close to the production confirmed that filming was cancelled for the day, creating a significant logistical challenge for ITV.
The evacuation took place on Saturday, 10 January 2026, with the hope that filming could resume the following day. However, the incident throws the planned launch date of Monday, 12 January into serious doubt, with an insider describing the situation as a "huge headache" for producers.
ITV Confirms Wildfire Disruption
Broadcaster ITV issued a statement confirming the evacuation was due to an "ongoing wildfire" in the picturesque Winelands region. The safety of the cast and crew was cited as the paramount concern.
The spin-off series, which brings together past contestants including former winners Millie Court and Jess Harding, is one of the channel's biggest winter programming bets. The unexpected natural disaster now poses a major threat to its tightly scheduled rollout.
What Happens Next for the Series?
While the hope is for a swift return to filming, the disruption casts uncertainty over the premiere. Production schedules for reality TV are notoriously complex, and losing even a single day can have a cascading effect on editing, promotion, and final transmission dates.
Viewers eagerly awaiting the return of the All Stars will now be watching closely for an official update from ITV on whether the launch will proceed as planned or face a postponement.
